From Darkness to Life Podcast: Stories of Recovery & Resilience
By Our Collective Journey
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Episodes: 138
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From Darkness to Life contains the real stories of courageous individuals who have found their way out of the darkness caused by mental health challenges and substance abuse. If this podcast series resonates with you and you yourself or someone you love needs help, please reach out to Our Collective Journey on the web at "http://ourcollectivejourney.ca" or on facebook at "Our Collective Journey."
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S06E08 - Breaking Through: Chris Hellman’s Journey from Isolation to Community
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Mar 26, 2026 |
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S06E07 - Breaking Free: Hannah's Journey from Addiction to Hope
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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S06E06 - The Fire Within: Karen Worrell's Story of Grief, Healing, and Legacy
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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S06E05 - Guided by Knowings: Jill Drader’s Quest for Self-Recovery
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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S06E04 - Beyond the Darkness: Kim Long's Journey of Resilience and Hope
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Jan 08, 2026 |
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S06E03 - Rising from Relapse: Brandi's Tale of Fearless Recovery and Freedom
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Dec 11, 2025 |
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S06E02 - From Rock Bottom to Rocket Fuel: Kori Leigh's Story of Recovery and Triumph
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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S06E01 - Beyond the Brink: Ryan Oscar's Journey of Resilience and Recovery - Part 2
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Oct 30, 2025 |
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S05E12 - Breaking Chains: Ryan's Journey from Addiction to Awareness (Part 1)
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Oct 16, 2025 |
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S05E11 - From Addiction to Advocacy: Nicole Obrigavitch's Journey
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May 29, 2025 |
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S05E10 - The Power of Possible: Joe Roberts' Journey 'from Skid Row to CEO' and Beyond
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May 15, 2025 |
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S05E09 - Empowering Women: Katy Margison's Story of Fitness, Nutrition, and Recovery
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May 01, 2025 |
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S05E08 - Resilience in the Face of Overdose: Rachel's Journey
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Apr 17, 2025 |
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S05E07 - Transcending Trauma: Sanar Alixandyr's Path to Healing
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Apr 03, 2025 |
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S05E06 - The Edge of Darkness in Alaska: Crystal's Return to Light
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Mar 20, 2025 |
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S05E05 - Finding Authenticity: Stacey Bleemaster’s Journey to Healing
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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S05E04 - Tyler Smith: Championing Mental Health and Wellness
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Feb 20, 2025 |
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S05E03 - Life After the Crash: Brandon Chase's New Beginning
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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S05E02 - The Power of Positivity: Jessica Janzen's Path
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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S05E01 - Finding Strength in Vulnerability with Allan Kehler
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Jan 10, 2025 |
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S04E33 - From Surviving to Thriving: Trevor Moore on Personal Growth, Resilience, and Mental Health
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Aug 01, 2024 |
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S04E32 - Building a New Life: Andrew McKay’s Inspirational Path
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Jul 25, 2024 |
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S04E31 - Finding Light: Janna’s Journey from Addiction to Recovery
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Jul 12, 2024 |
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S04E30 - Pathways to Recovery: Virtual Support and New Roles
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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S04E29 - Brandi's Bravery: A Story of Overcoming Adversity
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Jun 20, 2024 |
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S04E28 - The Weight of the Badge: Ty Claypool's Journey from Law Enforcement to Healing and Helping Others
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Jun 13, 2024 |
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S04E27 - Transforming Lives: TJ Sheehan's Mission to Help Others
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May 31, 2024 |
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S04E26 - Beyond the Badge: Sam Williams' Journey with the Invisible Wounds
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May 16, 2024 |
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S04E25 - Sky High Resilience: The Tale of Rise Up
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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S04E24 - Legacy of Strength: Ramona Big Head's Message of Resilience and Hope
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Apr 19, 2024 |
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S04E23 - Beyond Fame and Two Wheels: Colin “Scummy” Morrison’s Unexpected Path to Recovery
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Apr 11, 2024 |
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S04E22 - Brad McLeod's Path from Darkness to Sober Motivation
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Mar 21, 2024 |
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S04E21 - Sobriety Delivered: How Justine Whitchurch Found Everything Alcohol Promised
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Mar 14, 2024 |
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S04E20 - Breaking Barriers with Ben Feene: The MHFS Commitment to Inclusive Mental Health
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Mar 07, 2024 |
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S04E19 - Family Inclusion in Recovery: AARC's Blueprint for Lasting Transformation with Kelly Cummins
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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S04E18 - Larissa’s Road to Resilience and her Journey from Addiction to Purpose
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Feb 22, 2024 |
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S04E17 - One Decision Away: A Tale of Sobriety, Resilience, and Miraculous Transformations with Kim Shingler
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Feb 15, 2024 |
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S04E16 - Transplanting Hope: Tanis Mitchell's Story of Faith and Resilience
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Feb 08, 2024 |
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S04E15 - Recovery Resilience: Sonia Kahlon's Path to Everblume
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Feb 01, 2024 |
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S04E13 - Dr. Kent Comeau: Illuminating Paths to Mental Wellness
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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S04E12 - Breaking the Ice: Mike Brown's Journey from Darkness to Life
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Jan 18, 2024 |
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S04E11 - On the Banks of Change: Shae's Unforgettable Recovery Story
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Jan 11, 2024 |
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S04E10 - Family Matters Interventions: Bridging the Gap in Addiction Recovery w/ Nicole Kearley
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Jan 04, 2024 |
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S04E09 - Holiday Resilience: Insights from OCJ Staff
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Dec 21, 2023 |
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S04E08 - Sid and Desere’s Stories of Recovery
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Dec 14, 2023 |
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S04E07 - Conversation with a Therapist: Ben Coxson
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Dec 07, 2023 |
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S04E06 - Parenting in Recovery with a LMSW: Janice Johnson Dowd
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Nov 30, 2023 |
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S04E05 - Alissa's Journey of Vulnerability, Courage, and Resilience (Alissa Christensen)
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Nov 23, 2023 |
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S04E04 - The Benefits of Therapy (Chris Shorrock)
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Nov 16, 2023 |
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S04E03 - From Boxing to Coaching: Trevor Stewardson’s Journey of Trauma, Motivation, and Resilience
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Nov 09, 2023 |
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S04E02 - Breaking Free from Alcohol: Graham’s Story of Recovery and Redemption
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Nov 02, 2023 |
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S04E01 - Inspiration Unleashed: Lessons and Blessings with Ryan and Amber
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Oct 26, 2023 |
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S03E20 - Kevin Lee on his Path to Recovery
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Mar 30, 2023 |
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S03E19 - Raw and Unfiltered w/ David Pavlus
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Mar 23, 2023 |
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S03E18 - A Journey of Family Healing w/ Sonja Riddle
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Mar 16, 2023 |
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S03E15 - Recovery in the School System (Part 1 of 3)
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Mar 09, 2023 |
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S03E17 - Recovery in the School System (Part 3 of 3)
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Mar 09, 2023 |
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S03E16 - Recovery in the School System (Part 2 of 3)
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Mar 09, 2023 |
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S03E14 - Karma Boxing in Nevada
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Mar 02, 2023 |
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S03E13 - The Last Door Colin Needed to Open
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Feb 23, 2023 |
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S03E12 - Dustin's Journey (PART 2)
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Feb 16, 2023 |
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S03E11 - Dustin's Journey (PART 1)
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Feb 09, 2023 |
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S03E10 - Recovery on Campus with Dr. Victoria Burns
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Feb 02, 2023 |
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S03E09 - Ryan Gilfillan-From Active Addiction to becoming an Addiction Counsellor, Recovery Coach and owner of a Recovery Home
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Jan 26, 2023 |
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S03E08 - A Cultural Journey w/ Trevor Pelletier (PART 2)
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Jan 19, 2023 |
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S03E07 - A Cultural Journey w/ Trevor Pelletier (PART 1)
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Jan 12, 2023 |
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S03E06 - Priya and her Story of Healing the Family
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Jan 05, 2023 |
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S03E05 - Losing your Partner to Addiction w/ Kari
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Dec 29, 2022 |
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S03E04 - The Power of Forgiveness with Joanne.
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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S03E03 - From Canada Wide Warrant to Recovery Warrior
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Dec 15, 2022 |
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S03E02 - From Homeless Addict To Executive Director
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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S03E01 - Season 3 Starts... NOW!
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Dec 01, 2022 |
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S02E40 - Season 2: That's a Wrap!
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Jul 07, 2022 |
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S02E39 - The Other Side with Lauren and Jamie
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Jul 02, 2022 |
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S02E38 - Brian McGrath Reframes the Box
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Jun 23, 2022 |
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S02E37 - A Candid Conversation with MLA Michaela Frey
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Jun 16, 2022 |
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S02E36 - A Holistic Journey of Healing and Helping Others
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Jun 09, 2022 |
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S02E35 - Formerly Incarcerated, Formerly Homeless, Recovering Addict: San Franciscan Tom Wolf
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Jun 02, 2022 |
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S02E34 - Hard Truths with Giuseppe Ganci
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May 26, 2022 |
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S02E33 - Dr. Nathaniel Day
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May 19, 2022 |
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S02E32 - Money Back Guarantee
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May 12, 2022 |
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S02E31 - Social Contagion of Recovery w/ Dr. David Best
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May 05, 2022 |
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S02E30 - Exploring Recovery Journeys with a Clinical Social Worker
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Apr 21, 2022 |
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S02E28 - Euphoric AF
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Apr 07, 2022 |
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S02E27 - Rise Up! Great Things Happening at OCJ!
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Mar 31, 2022 |
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S02E26 - Some BIG Announcements!
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Mar 24, 2022 |
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S02E25 - Jon’s Recovery Journey
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Mar 17, 2022 |
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S02E24 - Surrender to Win?
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Mar 10, 2022 |
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S02E23 - Bob Wilkie: How Accountability and Education helped redirect his life.
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Mar 03, 2022 |
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S02E22 - The Moms Show
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Feb 24, 2022 |
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S02E21 - 1 Year in "Drug Court"
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Feb 17, 2022 |
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S02E20 - More Good Days with Kelly Hrudey
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Feb 10, 2022 |
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S02E19 - Rider Through the Storm
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Feb 03, 2022 |
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S02E18 - Living a Life of Gratitude
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Jan 27, 2022 |
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S02E17 - What is a Recovery Coach?
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Jan 20, 2022 |
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S02E16 - Growing Separately, Together
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Jan 13, 2022 |
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S02E15 - Running Life now
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Jan 07, 2022 |
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S02E14 - Happy New Year!
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Jan 06, 2022 |
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S02E13 - Concussion and Brain Injury Recovery
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Dec 23, 2021 |
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S02E12 - Holiday Recovery Planning
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Dec 20, 2021 |
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S02E11 - Lasting Effects of Childhood Traumas
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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S02E10 - Suicide Aftermath
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Dec 09, 2021 |
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S02E09 - Ryder and Tanya - Parenting through Fear
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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S02E08 - Straight Outta Big Book
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Nov 27, 2021 |
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S02E07 - Recovery in the Deep South
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Nov 25, 2021 |
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S02E06 - Uncle Baby Billy Battles the Bottle
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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S02E05 - National Addictions Awareness Week (Nov 21 - 27)
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Nov 21, 2021 |
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S02E04 - Acknowledging Self Worth and the Power of the Human Spirit
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Nov 18, 2021 |
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S02E03 - Surviving on my Own Terms - Amber's Story
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Nov 10, 2021 |
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S02E02 - Welcome Back to OCJ - part 2
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Nov 04, 2021 |
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S02E01 - Welcome Back to OCJ - part 1
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Nov 04, 2021 |
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Episode 27 - A Look Back, and a Look Ahead - Season Closer
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Jul 15, 2021 |
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Episode 26 - Leave a Light On
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Jul 08, 2021 |
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Episode 25 - Behind the Curtain of a Paramedic
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Jul 01, 2021 |
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Episode 24 - Vulnerability. Dads. Forgiveness.
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Jun 24, 2021 |
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Episode 23 - “Recover Out Loud”
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Jun 17, 2021 |
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Episode 22 - The 3 A’s to Navigating Life’s Challenges
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Jun 10, 2021 |
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Episode 21 - For Imperfect People
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Jun 03, 2021 |
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Episode 20 - You Aren’t Your Diagnosis
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May 27, 2021 |
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Episode 19 - The House of Cards
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May 20, 2021 |
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Episode 18 - The Ripple Effect of Suicide
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May 13, 2021 |
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Episode 17 - Recovery and the Community Connection
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May 06, 2021 |
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Episode 16 - Climbing over Obstacles to Recovery
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Apr 29, 2021 |
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Episode 15 - Lessons learned on the Road 2 Recovery (Part 1 of 2)
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Apr 22, 2021 |
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EPISODE 14 - Getting The Best Help from the Day One.
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Apr 15, 2021 |
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Episode 13 - Mental Health, Addiction and Healing with Theoren Fleury
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Apr 08, 2021 |
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Episode 12 - Coping with Suicide (Nolan and Intek's Story)
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Apr 01, 2021 |
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Episode 11 - An Educator's Approach to Teen Mental Health
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Mar 25, 2021 |
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Episode 10 - A Brief History of AA and 12 Step Recovery
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Mar 11, 2021 |
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Episode 09 - The Food Bank and its role in Mental Health support
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Feb 25, 2021 |
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Episode 08 - Dealing with suicide - Nathan's Story
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Feb 10, 2021 |
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Episode 07 - From Rock Bottom - Leah's Story
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Feb 04, 2021 |
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Episode 06 - The Role of Law Enforcement in Addiction Crisis Management
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Jan 21, 2021 |
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Episode 05 -Damyan's Story (Part 2) - Julie's Story
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Jan 11, 2021 |
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Episode 04 - Shedding Light on Addiction (for Non-Addicts)
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Dec 31, 2020 |
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Episode 03 - SPECIAL - Coping with Covid
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Dec 17, 2020 |
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Episode 02 - Damyan's Story (Part 1)
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Dec 10, 2020 |
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Episode 01 - What are we doing here?
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Nov 24, 2020 |