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🎙️ Episode 79 – Against All Odds Podcast From Chaos to 30- Second Therapy | Dr. Paul Hersh In this powerful and deeply candid episode, we sit down with Dr. Paul Hersh to explore a life that’s been anything but linear. From a turbulent childhood that set the stage for early struggles, Paul shares how he was drawn into addiction and the “wrong things” that nearly derailed his life. But this isn’t just another recovery story — Paul’s path to sobriety and spiritual awakening is as unconventional as it is inspiring. Now, he’s now helping others heal with his innovative 30 Second Therapy videos, offering quick, profound insights for anyone navigating their own journey. Whether you’re in recovery, walking alongside someone who is, or simply curious about the human spirit’s capacity to persevere, this episode delivers wisdom, vulnerability, and hope against all odds. Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Dr. Hersh @dr.paulhersh Tune in and prepare to be challenged, moved, and encouraged. 💫

Episode 78: From Childhood Alcoholism to Longterm Sobriety | Sloan B In this powerful episode of Against All Odds, we sit down with Sloan B, who opens up about what it was really like growing up as a child alcoholic and navigating addiction at an incredibly young age. Sloan shares the reality of early exposure to alcohol, the chaos and trauma that followed, and the moments that ultimately led her to choose sobriety. We talk honestly about what it takes to get sober when addiction starts early, and how trauma doesn’t magically disappear once the drinking stops. This episode dives deep into: ​-Growing up with addiction at a young age ​-The emotional and physical toll of early alcoholism ​-What finally pushed Sloan toward sobriety ​-Navigating trauma in sobriety ​-Learning how to heal without numbing This is a raw, honest, and deeply human conversation about resilience, recovery, and what it means to keep going when the odds were never in your favor. If you or someone you love has struggled with addiction, trauma, or finding your footing in sobriety — this episode will stay with you. 🎧 Trigger warning: discussion of addiction and trauma/SA Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms

Episode 77 — Louis Ruggiero: Addiction, Headlines, and Redemption in the Public Eye In this raw and unfiltered episode of Against All Odds, we sit down with Louis Ruggiero, whose story unfolded not just in private, but very publicly. Growing up in New York City in a prominent family, Louis had access, privilege, and expectations — but also pressure, chaos, and early exposure to addiction and risk-taking behaviors. Louis opens up about what it was like to watch his worst moments become Page Six headlines, having his mistakes, relapses, and struggles dissected by the media for the world to see. He shares the emotional toll of public shame, navigating the court of public opinion, and being connected to a high-profile murder trial, all while battling his own demons behind the scenes. While drugs played a major role in his story, Louis also speaks candidly about how gambling nearly destroyed him in sobriety, taking him to a rock bottom he never expected after getting clean. He breaks down how addiction doesn’t always disappear — it shape-shifts — and how unchecked behaviors can be just as dangerous even after substances are removed. Now on the other side, Louis has transformed his pain into purpose. Through his own podcast and recovery work, he helps others feel less alone, shares hard-earned lessons, and proves that redemption is possible — even when your past is loud, public, and permanent on the internet. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery isn’t linear, rock bottoms can come in many forms, and no matter how public your fall is, you can still rebuild a life rooted in honesty, accountability, and service. Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Louis @nothingsoffpod

Episode 77: MTV, Toxic Love & The Dark Side of LA | Kerry Rose Schwartz In this episode of Against All Odds, we sit down with Kerry Rose Schwartz for one of the most intense, raw, and unforgettable conversations we’ve had on the show. Kerry opens up about her life behind the scenes of reality TV, what it was really like being on MTV, and how fame intersected with a series of deeply toxic, traumatic relationships that would ultimately change the course of her life. She takes us into the underbelly of Los Angeles, the manipulation, the danger, the chaos—and the moments that nearly broke her. We talk about: • The reality of being on MTV and the parts no one talks about • Navigating abusive and toxic relationships • Being pulled into the darker side of LA’s social scene • Trauma, survival, and learning how to reclaim your power • And how she turned her pain into purpose by writing her book This is not just a story about trauma — it’s a story about resilience, strength, and taking your life back. Kerry’s honesty is brave, unfiltered, and deeply inspiring. If you’ve ever found yourself in unhealthy relationships, struggled to trust your instincts, or wondered how people survive unimaginable situations… this episode is for you. Trigger warning: This episode discusses themes of abuse, trauma, and violence. Please take care while listening. 🎧 Listen. Learn. And remember — you are not alone.

Episode 75: From Heroin Addiction To Creating A Dopey Nation | Dave Manheim In Episode 75 of Against All Odds, we sit down with Dave Manheim, creator and host of the wildly popular Dopey Podcast, for an honest, raw, and surprisingly funny conversation about addiction, recovery, and building one of the most recognizable communities in the recovery space. Dave shares what it was like growing up in New York City, how he fell into heroin addiction, and the many years he spent struggling while simultaneously working in the film and production industry. He opens up about living a double life, chasing success while battling addiction behind the scenes, and what ultimately led him to hit bottom. We talk about how Dave found humor — even controversy — in addiction “war stories,” why laughter became a survival tool, and how that mindset eventually led to the creation of Dopey Podcast. What started as a raw, unfiltered idea turned into Dopey Nation, a global recovery community built on honesty, connection, and refusing to sugarcoat the truth. This episode is for anyone who’s struggled, loved someone who has, or believes that recovery doesn’t have to be quiet, polished, or perfect. Whether you’re in recovery, thinking about it, or just curious about the real story behind Dopey, this conversation is one you won’t forget. Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Dave and Dopey: @dopeypodcast

Escaping My Pimp, Addiction, and How Prison Changed My Life | Glynis Franz Episode 74 — Against All Odds Podcast In this raw and unforgettable episode of Against All Odds, Glynis Franz shares the truth about a life lived in survival mode — and the moment everything began to change. Glynis opens up about running away at a young age, falling into addiction, and becoming trapped in an exploitative relationship she had to escape to survive. What followed were years marked by dangerous decisions, including human smuggling, that ultimately led to prison. While incarcerated, Glynis was forced to confront the patterns, trauma, and choices that had shaped her life. What could have been the end became the beginning. It was there that her journey to recovery truly started — a turning point rooted in accountability, honesty, and the decision to do the work required to change. Since her release, Glynis has remained committed to recovery and has spent years working in the recovery field, dedicating her life to helping others find freedom from addiction and rebuild their lives. Her story is not just one of survival, but of purpose — proof that transformation is possible even after the darkest chapters. This episode isn’t about shock value. It’s about consequences, resilience, and what it really takes to create a life worth living after everything falls apart. Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Glynis on social media: @glamorousglynis @thepeakofpossibility

Episode 73: Richie Blair | An LA Latchkey Kid, Addiction, and the Accidental Path to Sobriety In this episode of Against All Odds Podcast, Richie Blair shares his story of growing up as an 80s latchkey kid in Los Angeles, raised by a single mom and a whole lot of independence. Like many kids who learned early how to fend for themselves, that freedom eventually collided with addiction. Richie opens up about how substance use slowly took over, the moments that could’ve gone very differently, and the unexpected way he ended up in a 12-step meeting he didn’t even necessarily want to attend. What started as resistance turned into a turning point—and eventually, long-term sobriety. This conversation isn’t about perfection or a neat recovery story. It’s about survival, missteps, humor, and the quiet ways change sometimes sneaks up on us. If you grew up fast, felt overlooked, or found recovery in a way you never planned, this one will hit home. Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms

Episode 72 | Host Q&A + Storytimes | Against All Odds Podcast In this episode of Against All Odds, RJ and Rachel sit down for an open, honest, and unfiltered host Q&A. We’re answering your questions, sharing storytimes, and talking about a wide range of topics — from real-life updates to the raw truths that don’t always make it onto social media. Nothing is off-limits in this one. We laugh, reflect, get vulnerable, and check in about where we’re at right now — personally, mentally, and in life. This episode is all about connection, transparency, and showing up as we are. 💬 We want to hear from you! Drop your questions, topic ideas, or story suggestions in the comments below. We may feature them in future episodes! Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms

Episode 71 | My Daughter’s Keeper: A Mother’s Heartbreak & A Daughter’s Redemption | Amber Boone & Jazmynne Rivera In this powerful and emotional episode of Against All Odds, we hear two sides of the same storm — a mother fighting to survive her circumstances, and a daughter battling the darkness of addiction. We begin with Amber’s story: growing up on her own at a young age, navigating a traumatic upbringing, becoming pregnant in her early teens, and surviving abusive relationships. Amber opens up about the strength it took to escape, rebuild, and raise Jazmynne while trying to break cycles she never asked to inherit. Then, we shift to Jazmynne’s perspective — becoming a teen mother herself, enduring deep trauma, and falling into addiction. She shares the raw truth of losing everything, including her children, and how she fought her way back to sobriety and healing. What makes this episode truly different is the dual perspective: ✨ What it’s like to love someone in active addiction ✨ And what it’s like to be the person living inside it This is a story of generational pain, generational survival, and ultimately, generational redemption. If you’ve ever supported someone through addiction, lived it yourself, or love powerful mother–daughter stories of resilience, this conversation will stay with you. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world.

Episode 69– Randall Lesley Tovar-Pratt: From Meth Addiction to a Life of Purpose In this powerful episode of Against All Odds, we sit down with Randall Lesley Tovar-Pratt as he opens up about the battles that shaped him. Randal shares what it was like growing up in an environment filled with instability, how he fell deeply into meth addiction, and the heartbreaking loss of his mother that sent him spiraling even further. He talks honestly about the cycle of sobriety and relapse, the moments that nearly ended everything, and the turning point that pushed him toward the life he has now—one built on healing, recovery, and helping others find their way out of the darkness. This is an emotional, raw, and inspiring conversation about resilience, grief, addiction, and the power of choosing to rise again. If you or someone you love has struggled with addiction, this episode will hit close to home—and remind you that redemption is always possible. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Randall on social media @mr.rltp

Episode 68: Battling Addiction As A Cop’s Daughter | Britt Bernard On this episode of the Against All Odds Podcast, we sit down with Britt Bernard — a woman whose story is as raw as it is inspiring. Britt grew up in Philly with an addict mother and a father who was a cop, living in the middle of two completely different worlds. In this episode, she opens up about her own battle with addiction, how she dodged countless consequences because of who her dad was, and the moment she finally hit rock bottom and chose sobriety. Britt also shares her journey as a mother in recovery — especially raising her son Billy, who is autistic — and the deep meaning she’s found being involved with the Eagles Autism Foundation. Her honesty, vulnerability, and strength make this one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had. If you’ve ever struggled, loved someone who’s struggled, or needed a reminder that redemption is real… this episode is for you. Watch, subscribe, and share — you never know who needs to hear this. 💙✨ This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Britt on social media @brittbernard

Damien Styles | From Trauma To Triumph | Episode 67 | Against All Odds Podcast In this powerful episode, Damien Styles opens up about his journey — from childhood trauma and addiction struggles to dropping out of school and ultimately finding purpose through music. Damien’s story is raw, emotional, and inspiring, showing that even in the darkest moments, transformation is possible. 🎙️ Hosted by ​⁠ and RJ. Join us as we dive deep into Damien’s past, the battles he’s fought, and how he turned pain into art. This conversation is about resilience, healing, and choosing to keep going — against all odds. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Damien on social media ​⁠ #AgainstAllOddsPodcast #DamienStyles #AddictionRecovery #TraumaHealing #MusicJourney #Podcast

Episode 66: Gabbie Egan: One Year Sober. Raw. Real. Unfiltered. In this powerful episode of Against All Odds, we welcome back Gabbie Egan — one year after she made the life-changing decision to get sober right here on the podcast. When Gabbie first joined us in September 2024, she was at a crossroads. Now, a full year later, she returns to share what that first year of sobriety has really been like — the highs, the lows, the lessons, and the honest truth about rebuilding your life one day at a time. From moments of deep struggle to incredible growth, Gabbie opens up about how her mindset, relationships, and sense of self have transformed. This isn’t just a story about recovery — it’s about resilience, redemption, and what it takes to keep choosing yourself, even when it’s hard. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Gabbie on social media @bbyegan

Episode 65: Unfiltered Q&A with Rachel, RJ & Jenna In this episode of Against All Odds, we’re keeping it real with a completely unfiltered Q&A. No scripts, no filters—just honest conversation. We’re answering your questions and diving into a little bit of everything: addiction, recovery, personal growth, and our experiences navigating 12-step programs. From the raw realities of early sobriety to the lessons we’ve learned (and are still learning) along the way, this one’s equal parts laughter, vulnerability, and truth. Whether you’re in recovery, curious about it, or just love real conversations about life, you’ll connect with this episode. 🎧 Listen now—because sometimes the most healing moments come from the unplanned ones. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms

Episode 64: Tyler Corcoran | From Life Sentence to a Life Redeemed In this powerful episode of Against All Odds, we sit down with Tyler Corcoran, who made California history as the first minor to be charged as an adult and sentenced to life in prison. After running away from home and becoming affiliated with the Crips in his early teens, Tyler’s life spiraled into a reality most couldn’t imagine. This heart-wrenching yet deeply inspiring conversation takes you inside what it was like to be locked away as a child, surviving one of the most dangerous prisons in America, and the incredible transformation that followed. Today, Tyler stands as proof that redemption is real — and that even when life writes you off, you can still rewrite your story. 🎧 Tune in for a story of resilience, survival, and second chances that will stay with you long after the episode ends. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Tyler on social media @tycorcoran