All Episodes of Crosstalk Podcasts
The Day Everything Changed: Mike’s Story of Addiction, Loss, and the Long Road Back
The Day Everything Changed: Mike’s Story of Addiction, Loss, and the Long Road Back
Rethinking Mental Health, Trauma, and What We Call “Disorders”
Adaptive Survival: When "Disorders" Are Actually Coping Skills | Dr. Jeff Ball
Feeling vs. Fleeing: Reclaiming a Childhood Lost to Addiction | Jenna G.
A powerful recovery story exploring disordered eating, codependence, and learning to let go of control. This blog reveals how honesty, boundaries, and self-awareness lead to lasting healing.
A Sick Mind Can’t Cure a Sick Mind | Dion & Adam
Two men share how identity struggles, addiction, surrender, and connection led them to lasting recovery. A powerful story of hope, mentorship, and healing.
White Light Experience: Hopeless to Hope in an Instant | Kiefer W.
A powerful addiction recovery story exploring loss of control, surrender, and the moment hope returned—proof that recovery and lasting change are possible.
A Therapist's Journey Through Childhood & Addiction | Laura S.
A powerful addiction recovery story exploring how hidden childhood wounds, identity struggles, and unmet emotional needs can lead to substance use—and how healing begins with understanding, not blame.
Is Your Therapist Listening? The Lost Art of Real Connection in Therapy | Dr. Katzman
A powerful recovery story exploring how loneliness fuels addiction—and how human connection becomes the path to healing, hope, and lasting change.
Marrying the WRONG Person & Finding the RIGHT Life | Wendy B.
A powerful story of alcohol addiction, codependence, and recovery—exploring how asking for help, setting boundaries, and staying the course can change everything.
The Patient is the FAMILY: How Recovery Heals Everyone | Ken L.
Kenny’s journey from Wall Street success to addiction, desperation, and ultimately long-term recovery reveals the transformative power of asking for help and embracing change. This powerful story of substance use disorder, relapse, family healing, and redemption offers hope to anyone seeking freedom.
SECRECY to SOBRIETY: Breaking the Stigma of Addiction | April G.
A powerful story of high-functioning alcoholism, denial, collapse, and rebirth — showing how recovery at 61 transformed April’s life, her relationships, and her future. A raw, honest look at addiction, stigma, and hope.
Are You Tired of Your Own Story? | Richard & John
A raw and emotional journey through addiction, trauma, and generational healing — this episode reveals how two men rebuilt their lives from darkness to long-term recovery through honesty, introspection, and courage. A powerful story of hope, transformation, and rebuilding self-worth.
Can A HIGH-FUNCTIONING Addict Truly Be SUCCESSFUL? | Sean G.
A powerful story of high-functioning addiction, hidden anxiety, and the courageous journey toward sobriety. This blog explores substance use, recovery, and the hope available to anyone ready for change.
Turning Grief Into a Beautiful Legacy | Jesse M.
A powerful story of grief, addiction, and rebirth, this episode explores how early identity struggles, deep loss, and substance use shaped one woman’s journey toward healing. Discover how grief, alcohol addiction, and recovery intertwine — and why hope is always possible.
What Do Charlie's Angels and Cocaine Have in Common? | Dina L.
This powerful recovery story explores how shame, identity struggles, alcohol, and cocaine addiction shaped one woman’s life — and how she rebuilt herself through honesty, community, and hope. A transformational journey of addiction recovery, self-acceptance, and healing.
How your Boss can save your Life? | Mike T.
A powerful story of surrender, faith, and long-term recovery — from high-functioning alcoholism to nearly 50 years of sobriety. Mike’s journey shows that real change begins the moment you stop fighting and start healing.
Is "Stopping" the Same as "Recovering"? | Faust R.
After decades of counseling addicts and families, psychologist Faust Ruggiero reveals why real recovery starts long after sobriety — when we face the hidden emotional undercurrents driving addiction.
How Do You Lead a Treatment Center While Hiding an Addiction? | Doug T.
After a public DUI shattered his perfect image, a treatment center CEO faced the truth of his hidden addictions — and found redemption through recovery, faith, and family healing.
Can a 21-Year-Old Find Lasting Sobriety? | Billy G.
From smuggling drugs in South Florida to facing prison time, Billy G’s story reveals how hitting rock bottom led him to nearly 39 years of sobriety and a life built on hope and consistency.
Is a Sober Life Better Than the Rock Star Dream? | Tanner S.
From small-town football stardom to fentanyl addiction, Tanner’s story is a raw journey of collapse and redemption. His recovery shows that with support, faith, and determination, a new life is possible.

