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podcast· 1h 29m· S6E85Blue Part Two!! Residential Burglary Hijinks, Molotov Cocktails, Prison in New Mexico, a Stamp Hustle?? and finally Recovery
In this explosive conclusion to Blue’s story, the chaos of addiction reaches terrifying new heights. What starts as a wild meth-fueled adventure spirals into a blur of residential burglaries, near-death experiences, and cross-count geographicals between California and New Mexico. Blue narrowly survives a car explosion, brushes with death, and finds herself trapped in the same criminal underworld she once swore she’d escape. After a string of arrests, she lands in a New Mexico prison—this time with a baby in California that she's trying to get back to. Headed back to California, she was determined to find sobriety. Ending up in a federal indictment and facing years in federal prison, Blue is finally forced to confront the wreckage of her past and the possibility of a different future. Check out our sponsor Worthy Wellness Center Connect with Blue's treatment center OC Safehouse DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me
- podcast· 1h 11m· S6E84
Smoking Crack with Her Mom, Overdosing, Held at Gunpoint by the Cartel, Getting Busted for Selling Oxy 80s, In and Out of Jail and Much More with Blue
PART ONE: Krystin “Blue” grew up in New Mexico, a ballet dancer and promising student. At just 19, she smoked crack for the first time - with her mother. That moment changed everything, pulling her into a world of addiction, chaos, and survival. After an overdose and a terrifying encounter with a cartel boss, Blue was arrested for selling Oxy 80s and eventually found herself in Orange County, chasing relief in heroin. In Part One of her story, Blue opens up about the pain, love, and deep longing that drove her down this path — and the flicker of hope that would one day lead her toward healing. Check out our sponsor Worthy Wellness Center ! Connect with Safehouse OC on Instagram DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!
- podcast· 58:47· S6E83
Part Three Keta Loren! A Radical Spiritual Experience, New Choices, a Heartbreaking Tragedy and Finally Finding Contentment
In part three of Keta Loren’s powerful story, everything changes. After years of addiction, trauma, and survival on the streets of Los Angeles, Keta has a profound spiritual experience that awakens something deep within her - setting her on a new path of recovery, healing, and purpose. But just as her life begins to transform, tragedy strikes, plunging her into a long season of grief. Through the pain, Keta finally reaches a point of surrender and begins to seek help for her mental health, opening the door to lasting recovery and self-discovery. Connect with Keta on Instagram DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!
- podcast· 51:17· S6E82
Keta Part Two! Busted in a Drug Sting, Dancing, Hot Wiring Utilities, Another Crazy Accident and a Life Changing Mystical Experience
In Part Two of Keta Loren’s powerful story, we pick up in Los Angeles - where her life spirals deeper into addiction, exploitation, and survival. After being trafficked and turning to stripping to get by, Keta becomes trapped in a relentless cycle of meth and heroin use, crime, and chaos. But when she least expects it, a mystical, life-altering experience cracks everything open - ushering in the beginning of her transformation. Check out Work It Health here Connect with Keta on Instagram DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!
- podcast· 1h 02m· S6E81
The Power of Harmony: How Melanie Gulde and Trey Anastasio are Redefining Recovery
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Melanie Gulde, the drug court officer who played a pivotal role in helping Phish frontman Trey Anastasio find sobriety back in 2006. Nearly two decades later, both Melanie and Trey are sober and have joined forces to create something extraordinary - The Divided Sky Foundation in Ludlow, Vermont. Together, they’ve built a recovery program that blends the 12 Steps, emotional sobriety, and Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (M.O.R.E.) into a truly holistic healing experience. Through immersive workshops, music-centered therapy, nature walks, and mindfulness practices, Divided Sky offers a unique space for transformation — one rooted in connection, creativity, and community. Melanie shares her personal journey to sobriety, to getting involved with Drug Court programs, and why she feels so passionate about helping women find treatment. Recently, the Divided Sky Foundation announced the launch of a Women’s Scholarship Fund, created to addres
- podcast· 1h 05m· S6E80
Part One with Keta Loren: Foster Care, Early Chaos and Dysfunction, First Meth at 11, Trafficking, Tragic Injuries and Incredible Grace
In this powerful first part of Keta Loren’s story, we meet a woman whose voice was forged in the fire of unimaginable hardship. Raised in foster care after chaos with her biological parents, Keta’s adolescence was marked by instability, incarceration, and survival. By 18, she was caught in the grips of meth addiction, hustling to survive while clinging to the one constant in her life—music. From juvenile institutions to the California Youth Authority, and later being trafficked to Los Angeles for sex work, Keta never let go of her dream to sing. Her resilience and raw talent carried her through darkness most never escape. Now sober for several years, Keta shares the truth behind her journey and the moments that led her to the edge of transformation. Part One ends with Keta in LA, standing at the crossroads between destruction and redemption—just before everything changes. Connect with Keta on Instagram DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen
- podcast· 1h 18m· S6E79
Trading Marijuana for Heroin, Choosing to Sleep in a Tent Instead of his House, Trading Tents for Dope and The Power of the Third Step
Straton’s story is one of grit, chaos, and ultimate redemption. After dropping out of high school in North Carolina, he headed west to Oregon in search of opportunity, finding himself in the marijuana industry. But what started as chasing a lifestyle spiraled into a devastating heroin addiction. At his lowest, Straton chose to live in a tent on the sidewalk - steps away from the dope dealers - despite still owning a house of his own. Today, sober since 2021, Straton has rebuilt his life from the ground up. He’s thriving as a successful car salesman, grounded in the principles of a twelve-step program, and living proof that recovery is possible no matter how far down the scale you’ve gone. In this episode, Straton shares his raw journey through addiction, the mindset that kept him trapped, and the tools he uses daily to stay connected, accountable, and free. DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon
- podcast· 54:08· S6E78
PART TWO: Selling Crack in Sobriety, Go to Twelve Step...Get a Kidney?! The Wild Life of Harold N. Continues...
In part two of Harold’s story, we pick up in 1998 as he enters sobriety after decades of drinking and crack addiction. His journey through early recovery is anything but simple - Harold finds himself selling crack while sober, and later endures a bizarre tragedy that changes his life forever. Along the way, he receives an incredible gift from a fellow twelve stepper that reshapes the course of his recovery. Harold’s honesty, wisdom, and depth of experience continue to shine as he shares the lessons that have carried him through more than two decades of sobriety. DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!
- podcast· 1h 11m· S6E77
PART ONE: A Dad at age 14, Football Star Turned Crack Addict, Marine Core Drop Out and Prison Guard...the Wild Story of Harold N
In this first part of a two-part conversation, we sit down with Harold, a beloved figure in the local recovery community who has been sober since 1998. Harold shares the powerful story of how decades of drinking and crack addiction derailed his promising football career and countless other athletic opportunities, and how the devastation of addiction ultimately brought him to the rooms of recovery. With over two decades of sobriety, Harold has become a walking encyclopedia of Twelve Step wisdom and recovery principles, offering insight, honesty, and hope to everyone he meets. This episode dives into his early life, his struggles, and the path that led him to embrace recovery and begin a journey of transformation. Our episode today ends just before Harold gets sober in 1998. DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.co
- podcast· 1h 32m· S76E76
Arrested in Sobriety, Homeless in the SNOW for Years, a Crippling Heroin and Crack Addiction Brought Hanna to Sex Work, Selling Drugs and Chaos
his week’s episode features the powerful story of a woman who endured the darkest depths of heroin and crack addiction—homelessness, sex work, selling drugs, arrests, and violent assaults. After years of chaos, she found her turning point and got sober in 2018. Her journey didn’t stop there. Against all odds, she built a new life as a devoted mother, wife, and homeowner. Today, she works in the treatment field, dedicating her life to helping others heal through trauma therapy. She also shares how an unexpected arrest on her one-year sober anniversary sparked a deeper sense of spirituality that continues to guide her path. This is a raw and inspiring conversation about resilience, redemption, and the power of recovery. DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!
- podcast· 1h 32m· S6E75
Counterfiting Schemes, Cable Installation Hustles, Percs, Heroin, Crack and Religious Trauma...Eric Is One of the Most Insightful and Wise Guests in the History of the Show!
Eric’s journey begins in a small town in Ohio, where he was raised in a strict, religious fundamentalist household. The shift from being homeschooled to suddenly navigating public high school was jarring, and Eric turned to drinking and smoking weed as a way to cope. What started as a teenage escape grew into a cycle of destructive relationships and escalating substance use - Percocets, then heroin. Over the years, Eric’s addiction drove him into schemes to hustle money, from petty hustles to full-blown counterfeiting operations. His criminal activity eventually caught the attention of federal authorities, leading to ten felony charges and even a visit from the Secret Service. But Eric’s story didn’t end there. Clean since 2014, he has become a beacon of hope - showing that it’s possible to find deep spirituality without traditional faith. Today, he owns Sacred Journey Recovery , a men’s treatment center in Vista, California, dedicated to an experiential approach to healing with a stro
- podcast· 1h 10m· S6E74
Skid Row Millionaire: Khalil Rafati’s Shocking Transformation
From the depths of Skid Row to the heights of entrepreneurial success, Khalil Rafati’s story is one of the most jaw-dropping transformations you’ll ever hear. Once a homeless heroin addict, Khalil hit rock bottom before rebuilding his life piece by piece. In this episode, he opens up about the brutal reality of addiction, the turning point that sparked his recovery, and how he went on to create SunLife Organics —a superfood empire with wildly popular health bowls and smoothie shops that have become cultural staples. Khalil doesn’t sugarcoat his past, and he doesn’t pretend his success was easy. He shares how self-reliance, recovery, and an unwavering belief in possibility allowed him to build a life beyond his wildest imagination. Whether you’re struggling to find hope, or simply looking for inspiration to start over, Khalil’s journey proves that no matter how far you’ve fallen, a comeback is always possible. Connect with Khalil on Instagram DM me on Instagram Message m
- podcast· 1h 10m· S6E73
BOTH Parents Overdosed within Hours of Each Other...How ESPN Reporter Lauren Sisler Finally Faced the Truth about her Family and Created a Beautiful Life
This week, we sit down with ESPN reporter and former Rutgers gymnast Lauren Sisler , whose story is as heartbreaking as it is inspiring. In 2003, Lauren lost both of her parents within hours of each other to fatal fentanyl overdoses—a devastating truth she was too ashamed to share at the time. For years, she told friends and teammates that her parents had died of heart failure and respiratory issues, hiding from the stigma of addiction. It wasn’t until seven years later that Lauren began to face the truth, and a full decade before she opened their toxicology reports. In this powerful conversation, Lauren shares how she found the courage to peel back the layers of shame and grief and embrace what she now calls the “Shatterproof Mindset.” She opens up about the path to forgiveness, the resilience born from tragedy, and how learning to fall in love with her own story has allowed her to honor her parents’ memory while helping others find healing in theirs. If you’ve ever struggled with gri
- podcast· 2h 11m· S6E72
Philly Wild Child Turned Sober Advocate, From Chaos to Advocacy: Britt Bernard’s Journey in Sobriety & Autism Awareness
Note from Jeannine: I am so excited for you all to meet another one of my #SGGC girlfriends, Britt! Britt absolutely blew me away with her poise, eloquence and knowledge around recovery and her journey into autism awareness. I love her and I know you will too! This week, we sit down with my friend and fellow Sober Girl Group Chat member, Britt Bernard , to hear her powerful story of transformation. Raised in Philadelphia by a police officer father, Britt’s early experimentation with cough medicine spiraled into years of heavy drinking and party drugs—she even managed to get herself banned from the Eagles’ stadium, “The Linc.” With her dad’s badge often shielding her from consequences, the chaos continued until an abusive relationship became the breaking point that pushed Britt to make a change. Sober since 2018, Britt has built a beautiful life alongside her sober partner, Dan, raising their son, Billy. When Billy was diagnosed with autism, Britt leaned into advocacy with the same open
- podcast· 1h 02m· S6E70
Sent to Ecuadorean Naval Academy at 13, Replacing Heroin with Alcohol, Chronic Relapsing and the Power of the Eleventh Step
In this raw and unforgettable episode, we sit down with Renzo, a man whose story takes us from the halls of an Ecuadorian naval academy to the darkest corners of addiction — and finally, to redemption and love. Sent away as a teen in hopes of “straightening out,” he returned with more of taste for alcohol than ever. By 21, he was smoking meth. A move to the East Coast meant a fresh start… until heroin took over. His desperation ran so deep he once faked appendicitis — and had a perfectly healthy organ removed — just to score pain meds. After countless relapses, he finally got sober in his forties. The same day we recorded this episode, Renzo proposed to his girlfriend and they are now engaged — a full-circle moment for someone who never thought love or freedom was possible. Now, he works in treatment and shares his story to prove that no matter how far gone you feel, it’s never too late to come back. This one’s wild, honest, and packed with hope. You don’t want to miss it. Can't wait t
- podcast· 1h 20m· S6E70
Finding Sobriety and Gratitude after Becoming Paralyzed...Sex Work at 17, Meth, MCs and Chaos.
At just 24 years old, Ashley’s life changed in an instant. After years of struggling with meth addiction and surviving the brutal realities of sex work at just 17l, a tragic accident left her a quadriplegic. But rather than giving up, Ashley found the strength to do the unimaginable—she got sober. In this raw and deeply inspiring conversation, Ashley shares how she rebuilt her life from rock bottom, found freedom in sobriety, and now lives independently with a heart full of gratitude—even for the accident that changed everything. This is a story of unimaginable pain, unshakable courage, and the kind of healing that can only come from within. Can't wait to hear what you guys think about this episode! DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!
- podcast· 1h 48m· S6E69
Pregnant at THIRTEEN, Signed Over to the Army at 17, Now Gabbie Egan is an Incredibly Successful Content Creator, AirBnb Owner, Investor, and SOBER for 10 Months
With over 5 million followers across platforms, content creator and entrepreneur Gabbie Egan built an empire sharing her unfiltered life online—from motherhood and marriage to bold opinions and viral moments. But behind the scenes, alcohol and marijuana were slowly pulling her away from the version of herself she knew she could be. In this raw and inspiring conversation, Gabbie shares how a single Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in September 2024 sparked a life-changing shift. We talk about what finally clicked for her, what sobriety looks like as a public figure and young mom, and how her clarity in recovery is fueling her success more than ever—including running a thriving t-shirt business and managing an Airbnb. This is a story about evolution, empowerment, and why getting sober doesn't mean losing your edge—it means finally stepping into your power.
- podcast· 2h 05m· S6E68
From a Chaotic and Violent Upbringing to Homeless & Smoking Crack on the Streets of San Diego, to Relapsing on Fentanyl after TWELVE Years of Sobriety, Steve is Rebuilding at Sixty
Note from Jeannine: I am so honored to introduce you guys to Steve Ellis, the sober living house manager that saved my life. Many of my stories are about Steve and the wisdom he shared with me in the darkest days of my active addiction and early sobriety. His insight and way of speaking to me was instrumental in my success in sobriety. Please let me know what you think! Episode Description: In this powerful episode, I sit down with Steve Ellis, a man whose story of survival, relapse, redemption, and resilience will stay with you long after you listen. Steve grew up bouncing between Chicago, Alabama, and San Diego. Initially able to escape a choatic home life through sports, most notably as a standout basketball star, a career ending injury in high school left him discouraged about his future, and by the age of 21, he was addicted to crack and living on the streets of downtown San Diego. He spent over a decade homeless, cycling in and out of prison, until he got sober at 32. For the nex
- podcast· 1h 45m· S6E67
Rachel Elizabeth Slocum! Ass-firmations," Using Crack as Harm Reduction for Heroin, Child Wizard in Charge of Gnats, Motherhood, Recovery and Social Media Fame
Note from Jeannine: I am so honored to bring you an encore run of my episode with Rachel, recorded in April 2024. Since this interview, Rachel and I have become great friends, traveling to NYC and LA together. I admire and adore her, and I know you will too - enjoy! Today we have the pleasure. of chatting with Rachel Slocum, aka @rachelelizabethxo on social media. The incredibly popular social media influencer and content creator shares about growing up in NY, getting into opiates, becoming a mother, using crack and heroin while maintaining a job as a dental hygienist and ultimately finding recovery in the last place she expected it...Austin, Texas. After getting sober in 2018, Rachel started a TikTok account during the pandemic and her popularity on TikTok exploded virtually overnight. Now a well known influencer and content creator, Rachel uses her unique comedic style to inspire and entertain other single moms and women in recovery. Connect with Rachel on TikTok Connect with Rache
- podcast· 58:21· S6E64
Convicted "Bling Ring" Felon and Former Reality TV Star, Alexis Haines, Joins Us to Share about Sobriety After Divorce, Childhood Trauma and Resilience, and How Whippets Finally Got Her Sober
Note from Jeannine: hey, y'all! I was so excited to interview Alexis! I was of course interested in interviewing her as a a participant in The Bling Ring, but as I learned more about her I became even more intrigued about her range of knowledge and experience in therapy and recovery. I learned so much from her, and I know you will, too! Episode description: In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alexis Neiers — former reality TV star and convicted participant in the infamous Bling Ring burglaries — for an unflinching conversation about addiction, incarceration, and radical transformation. After serving jail time twice and struggling publicly with substance use, Alexis found sobriety and purpose. Today, she’s a recovery professional, spiritual seeker, and advocate for healing. We dive deep into her journey through shame and sensational headlines into profound healing — from working with Internal Family Systems and somatic therapy to navigating a divorce in sobriety. This episode is
- podcast· 1h 18m· S6E65
Heartbreaking and Shocking Tragedy on New Years Eve Leads to Life Changing Sobriety and Path for Carrie
**trigger warning: suicide Note from Jeannine: this is going to be one of y'alls favorite episodes of all time. I was blown away by Carrie's vulnerability and resilience. She also shared one of the most profound meditation and prayer practices that I have ever heard - I started it this week, actually. Please let me know your thoughts! On New Year’s Eve, Carrie's life shattered with the sound of a gunshot—her husband took his own life in the next room. What followed could’ve destroyed her, but instead, it became the moment she chose to live. In this raw and powerful episode, she shares how that night marked the beginning of her sobriety—and how she rebuilt her life from the wreckage. This is a story of unimaginable loss, but also of resilience, radical honesty, and spiritual awakening. We talk about her daily prayer and meditation practice, finding love again in sobriety, and the deep healing that’s taken place in her relationship with her mother. If you've ever wondered whether it's po
- podcast· 1h 42m· S6E64
From Life Sentence to Sought After Speaker; the Ring Leader of an Organized Crime Syndicate in Texas Shares his Tweaker Tricks of the Trade and the Message He Heard in Jail the Changed His Life
Note from Jeannine: So, this is a pretty big one for me. In 2020, while my studio was closed, I started manically listening to various podcasts every day looking for motivation and insight. One morning while sitting on the floor of our strength room, I heard the story of The Coffee Bean, as told through Clemson coach, Dabo Sweeney. The origins of that story begin in a jail cell in Texas - with today's guest. Interviewing him and telling him the impact his story had on me was a very cool experience and a reminder to me that my Higher Power is always working in my life...even when I can't see it. Special thank you to Dave from Dopey for connecting me with Damon. Enjoy! Episode description: Today Jeannine interviews Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice. Damon is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and 3 x Wall Street Journal bestselling author. His bestselling business book, The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change , was listed by Forbes’ in the “Top
- podcast· 1h 31m· S6E63
Animal House Booze-Fueled Hijinks, Climbing the Rafters, Breaking & Entering, YPAA, AA, Marriage, Infidelity and Step Two with Comedian Patrick Holbert
Note from Jeannine: I had a great time chatting with Patrick. I found him to be incredibly insightful, vulnerable and honest. He is someone is consistently doing work to try to become the best version of himself, and I think we can always learn from people who are willing to take accountability, and share their solutions. Enjoy! Episode description: Patrick Holbert is a stand-up comedian whose special, "Qualification,: is out now! Patrick grew up in rural New York and didn't start drinking until college. College drinking escalated - and ended - pretty quickly. Patrick got sober at twenty-seven and has embarked on a journey of twelve step sobriety and fellowship that introduced him to his wife, as well as his solution for his problems in sobriety. Please let me know what you think! Connect with Patrick on Instagram DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok
- podcast· 1h 18m· S6E62
Jumping into the Donation Bins on the Street, Rock Climbing the Oceanside Jetty at 2:30 am, Almost Being Sacrificed to a Tweaker Satanic Cult and MORE with Deana
Y'all are gonna love Deana as much as I did. Deana was adopted into a family in Calabasas and thrown into the entertainment industry as a child. Enduring childhood abuse by her adoptive mother led to teen rebellion and drug use. Addicted to crack cocaine by eighteen years old, Deana spent the next thirty years of life addicted, homeless and lost. Deana finally got sober in 2020 and is thriving in her life. She shares her story with humor and vulnerability. I was so inspired by her story, and I know you will be too! DM me on Instagram Message me on Facebook Listen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTok Email me chasingheroine@gmail.com See you next week!