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CROSSTALK PODCASTS
Crosstalk Podcasts is the inspiring safe space to find out how people live happily, free from addiction. There aren’t many places to go where people transparently share what’s going on inside. You’ll learn all about an individuals journey from childhood to present, and how addictions can create a devastating path. CROSSTALK’S guests will take you from their “bottom” to the steps they took to get it together and live a more happy and purposeful life.
Episodes
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Do You Lead a Treatment Center While Hiding an Addiction? | Doug T.
Doug Tieman had achieved the American dream: from a humble pig farm in rural Missouri to the President and CEO of Caron Treatment Centers, one of the most…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSCan a 21-Year-Old Find Lasting Sobriety? | Billy G.
Billy G. grew up in a classic Irish family in 1980s South Florida, where he and his siblings were drawn into a high-stakes world of drug smuggling. By his…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSIs a Sober Life Better Than the Rock Star Dream? | Tanner S.
Tanner Strickland's life was on a celebrated path: a star football recruit for the University of Georgia by age 16, a talented musician, and a young man from a…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhat's the Link Between Diabetes and Drug Addiction? | Mark M.
Mark's life looked good on the outside—a privileged upbringing, a supportive family, and a fit physique. But beneath that pretty picture was a war ship on a…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHomeless Felon to Prison Counselor: How Did He Turn His Life Around? | Louis E. - Part 2
Louis Essig grew up in an idyllic "white picket fence" community in Columbus, Ohio, with a loving family and every opportunity. He was a D.A.R.E. kid who…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Does a "White Picket Fence" Childhood Lead to Heroin? | Louis E. - Part 1
Louis Essig grew up in an idyllic "white picket fence" community in Columbus, Ohio, with a loving family and every opportunity. He was a D.A.R.E. kid who…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Do You Quiet the Voices of Insecurity? | Adam R.
Adam's story begins with the universal feeling of not quite fitting in. Growing up with a significant age gap between his siblings, he felt he had "big shoes…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Does a Loner from a "Perfect" Childhood Find Recovery? | Ben O.
Ben opens up about a childhood marked by love that shifted to neglect when his brother’s illness pulled his family’s attention away. Seeking belonging, he fell…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhat Happens When Xanax and Alcohol Take Over Your Life? | Eddie W.
In this powerful episode of CrossTalk Podcast, Correy sits down with Eddie, a fellow attorney whose life spiraled into addiction despite his successful career…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Does Grief Become a Gateway to Sobriety? | Teresa S.
Teresa lived a double life: a successful Wall Street professional by day, a blackout drinker by night. For 30 years, she maintained the illusion of…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Do You Hide an Addiction from Sober Parents?
Natalie grew up in an affluent Manhattan family with sober parents, but alcoholism "galloped" through her genes. By 12, her first drink sparked an obsession…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow you can Survive Homelessness, Addiction, and a year in Jail?
Heidi’s life spiraled from a "normal" upbringing to stealing from her family, shooting heroin, and surviving homelessness under a bridge. After her father…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Alcohol Addiction Can Scatter Your Dreams | Shai I.
Shai is a musician, creative thinker, and recovery advocate who has lived through the chaos of addiction and emerged with hard-earned wisdom. Raised in…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSChampion’s Battle with Addiction (I was escaping by Pool) | Carrie B.
Growing up in a household clouded by addiction, Carrie sought structure and safety in competitive swimming. Her talent took her to the top of the world stage…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSChaotic Homeless Redemption Journey: Story of Addiction and Recovery | Peter E.
Peter’s story is one of chaos, loss, and ultimately, redemption. From a childhood marked by trauma and addiction to years of homelessness and intravenous drug…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSPurim, Vodka & Divorce: When Orthodox Judaism Couldn't Save Me | Andrew S.
Andrew Strauss, an Orthodox Jewish man born to Holocaust survivors, traces his alcoholism back to his bris ceremony at just eight days old. This raw confession…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSFrom Stolen Childhood to Stolen Sobriety: Heidi’s 20-Year Addiction War | Heidi Z.
Heidi’s life reads like a thriller: adopted into a troubled family, she took her first drink at 7, nearly died from alcohol at 12, and spent decades chasing…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSOne Too Many, a Thousand Never Enough: Confessions of a Recovered Addict | Ernie D.
Ernie’s journey through addiction and recovery spans decades, from his early days as a bright kid in Queens to his struggles with pills, alcohol, and the…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSAddiction Was the Smallest Part of My Problem | Tonie D.
Toni Dreyer grew up in chaos, the eldest of seven, surviving childhood molestation, abuse, and neglect. By her twenties, she was a mother of multiple children…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhy I Tell My Patients: ‘Relapse Isn’t the End of the Story’ | Michael C.
In this powerful episode of Cross Talk Podcast, we sit down with Michael Cardinale, a licensed clinical social worker whose journey from reckless college…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhat I’d Tell My Younger Self About Alcohol | Griffin H.
In this deeply moving episode of Cross Talk Podcast, we sit down with singer-songwriter Griffin House to explore the real, raw journey of addiction, identity…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow I Overcame Alcohol, Cocaine & Painkillers | Michael’s Story
They say children inherit their parents' struggles, but Lucky Church rewrote his destiny. What began as survival in Bronx crack houses - watching his mother…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow to Broke the Cycle of Addiction | Lucky’s Story
They say children inherit their parents' struggles, but Lucky Church rewrote his destiny. What began as survival in Bronx crack houses - watching his mother…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Jail, Rehab, and Recovery Gave Alison a Second Life | Ali V. – Part 2
From surviving the brutal streets of Kensington to being slowly pulled into a hidden prostitution ring, Alison Van Horn’s story takes an even deeper turn in…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSThe Perfect recipe for Addiction: (Denial, Secrets, and loneliness) | Ali V.
Meet Alison Van Horn, a driven academic from suburban Philadelphia who grew up in a loving Catholic Italian household, but felt different from the start. Her…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow a Single AA Meeting Turned Pain into Purpose | Jimmy R.
Meet Jimmy—a man whose early life was scarred by abuse, alcoholism, and abandonment. His father, a traumatized WWII veteran, once told him, “I never loved…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSBlindfolded by Alcoholism | John S.
Meet Big John—a former football star, loving husband, and father—who seemed to have it all but was silently losing a generational battle with alcohol. In this…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSThe Impact of Following a Recovery Routine | Christine D ( Part 2 ).
Meet Christine — a high-functioning professional, mother of two, and by all external measures, a woman who "had it all." But beneath the surface, she was…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSFacing Trauma & Finding Yourself in Recovery | Christine D. (Part 1)
Meet Christine — a successful professional, loving mother, and the last person you'd expect to battle addiction. But behind the polished exterior was a woman…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Suffering From Addiction Turned To Inspiration | Matt B.
Meet Matt Butler—NYC-born singer-songwriter, former Universal-signed artist, and founder of the nonprofit Art That Serves. From music-fueled isolation and…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhen Self Medication Fails in Addiction | Caitlin G.
Caitlin's story is one of resilience, pain, and profound transformation. Born into an alcoholic home and labeled the family's "problem child," Caitlin…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSAddiction is a Disease, Not a Disgrace | Sherri & Marguerite
In this powerful episode, we meet Shari and Marguerite, two extraordinary women whose personal struggles with addiction nearly destroyed their lives. From…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhen Addiction Starts with College Parties | Zac C.
From Partying to Purpose: Zach Clark’s Journey to Recovery Zach Clark had it all—a loving family, a great upbringing, and a future in sports. But what started…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhy Sober Life Takes Effort | Matt W.
Growing up in a loving family outside of New York City, Matt Williams had everything he needed—supportive parents, a good home, and endless possibilities. But…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow to Rebuild Life After Addiction & Trauma | Harold J.
Dr. Harold Jonas grew up feeling like a failure—struggling with self-worth, addiction, and a toxic family dynamic. Introduced to drugs at a young age, he…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhat Addiction Does to The Brain | Eric W.
In this episode of Crosstalk Podcast, we welcome Eric Weber—also known as Bow Tie—a leading addiction counselor with 25 years of experience in mental health…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSAddiction Does Not Define A Person | Sarah F.
Meet Sarah Frias, a former nurse who found herself battling IV drug addiction, facing near amputation, and spiraling into a deep, dark place. For years, she…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSCEO of CARON Shares How to Escape Life Of Addiction | John D.
John Driscoll, CEO of the Caron Treatment Center, has spent decades fighting the addiction crisis. From his early days working in a Chicago homeless shelter to…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSAddiction Steals Years from Successful Attorney | Craig R.
Meet Craig Robinson, a successful attorney whose life took a dramatic turn due to addiction. Craig shares his extraordinary journey of overcoming cocaine and…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow to Take Responsibility of Your Addiction | Tamara E.
Meet Tamara, a veteran and mental health counselor whose life has been a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. From a childhood shaped by…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSCreating A Sober Life from Shame | Taylor B.
Meet Taylor Baim, a personal trainer and recovering addict who has overcome immense personal challenges, including family turmoil, the loss of a close friend…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow To Fix Your Life With Your Intuition | Lauren S.
Lauren’s story is one of resilience, loss, and rediscovery. Born in El Paso, Texas, Lauren seemed to have a loving and supportive family, but hidden beneath…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow to Get a Grip on Your Life from Alcoholism | Henry Jay
In this raw and powerful episode of Crosstalk, host Corey Raven sits down with long-time friend Henry Jay to dive into his journey from a promising young…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow to Reclaim Life After Prison and Addiction |Josh
Meet Josh, a recovering alcoholic and former inmate who overcame a life of addiction, criminal activity, and despair to build a life of purpose and service. In…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSUnderstanding GRIEF STIGMA and How to DEAL with it | Eric B.
Eric Bricker, a therapist based in East Boca, Florida, shares his extraordinary journey from a marketing student with no clear path to becoming a mental health…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHow Drug Addiction Can Blind You | Jeanette D.
Meet Jeanette, a resilient woman who overcame years of substance abuse, including struggles with alcohol, opiates, and Xanax, all while maintaining a…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSCoping With Losing A Child To Addiction | Rich Pagano
In this powerful episode, Rich Pagano opens up about his journey as a father navigating the devastating impact of his son Nick's addiction and the profound…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSMaintaining Motherhood While Fighting Alcoholism & Drugs | Millie T.
Millie shares her incredible story of resilience and recovery after years of battling addiction. From growing up in an alcoholic family to hitting rock bottom…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSA Father Lost, A Life Reclaimed | How 9/11 Led to a Path of Addiction and Healing
In this episode, Matt opens up about his experiences growing up after the loss of his father on 9/11 and how trauma led him down the path of addiction. Matt…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSRecovery & The Science of ADDICTION | Dr. Robb Kelly
In this episode, meet Dr. Robb Kelly, an esteemed addiction specialist who went from homelessness to helping others reclaim their lives. With a childhood…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSBREAKING FREE: One Woman's Battle with Alcohol and Anorexia
In this episode, our guest bravely shares their story of overcoming a hidden but powerful addiction journey. Growing up in a high-achieving family, they seemed…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSTHE COST OF PERFECTION | How Alcoholism Stole One Woman’s Identity
Lori’s story is one of transformation—growing up in a stable yet transient household, she found herself swept into a life of alcoholism later in life. As a…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSFROM CRACK TO COUNSELING | A 28-Year Journey of Sobriety and Redemption
In this powerful episode of Crosstalk Podcasts, we sit down with Dr. Barry Ryman as he shares his incredible journey from addiction to recovery. Barry opens up…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSHIV, Addiction, and Finding Joy | Alan Downs
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CROSSTALK PODCASTSBreaking Free: Joey’s Journey Through Addiction, Recovery, and Hope
Joey’s story is one of struggle, survival, and ultimate redemption. Growing up in Philadelphia, his early introduction to alcohol led him down a path of…
CROSSTALK PODCASTSFrom BLACKOUTS to BREAKTHROUGHS | 34 Years of ADDICTION Before RECOVERY
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CROSSTALK PODCASTSLIVING A LIE | The RAW TRUTH About ALCOHOLISM and Finding SOBRIETY
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CROSSTALK PODCASTSWhat is Narcissistic Abuse? | How to Reclaim Your Life
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CROSSTALK PODCASTSOVERDOSES, COURTROOMS, and a Second Chance | TRAPPED in a CYCLE of DRUGS, LIES, and PAIN
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CROSSTALK PODCASTSTRAPPED in TOXIC LOVE | From DESPERATION to LIBERATION, Breaking FREE from ADDICTION
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