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Fentanyl Nearly Killed Me | Gangster Disciple’s Descent Into Addiction, Drive-Bys & Sobriety

Fentanyl Nearly Killed Me | Gangster Disciple’s Descent Into Addiction, Drive-Bys & Sobriety

Update: 2025-11-25
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Allen’s story is one of the most shocking transformations ever shared on Rise Above. Born into chaos, raised in violence, and surviving a childhood surrounded by abuse, Allen was forced to grow up fast. He joined the Gangster Disciples, earned his stripes through a drive-by shooting, and later became a U.S. Army interrogator deployed across Afghanistan and Africa.


After five combat deployments, PTSD, a failing marriage, and a life filled with secrets, everything spiraled. Cocaine. Fake Percs. Fentanyl. Losing jobs. Losing hope. Losing himself. And when CPS took his kids — everything changed.


Today, Allen is 15 months sober and rebuilding his life with purpose, faith, and service. His journey shows that no matter how far you’ve fallen, you can rise above.If you or someone you love is struggling… this episode could save a life.


Join our Rise Above Recovery Meeting (Mondays at 8 PM EST):Email Kevin@RiseAbovePod.com for the link.


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Fentanyl Nearly Killed Me | Gangster Disciple’s Descent Into Addiction, Drive-Bys & Sobriety

Fentanyl Nearly Killed Me | Gangster Disciple’s Descent Into Addiction, Drive-Bys & Sobriety

Kevin Lanning