The Truth About Addiction
Dr. Samantha Harte, a speaker, best-selling author, coach, and sober mom, shares her personal journey with addiction and recovery. She explores how addiction manifests and recurs in her life, aiming to dispel myths and expose truths about all types of addiction. The podcast creates a community of worthiness, understanding, and compassion for those living sober.
Episodes
How To Cultivate Certainty Beyond Logic with Lindsay Marie
Send us Fan MailControl can look like ambition, discipline, even “spiritual growth” until you notice the cost: anxiety, exhaustion, and that quiet fear that you are only lovable if you earn it. I sit down with Lindsay Marie for a deep, honest conversation about what she calls certainty beyond logic, the kind that doesn’t promise a specific outcome, but does promise you’ll be okay no matter what. T
Rewire Your Life with Erica Spiegelman
Send us Fan MailThe fastest way to stay stuck is to keep betraying what you already know is true about you. We start with a real-life twist of timing that brought us together, then move into the deeper question underneath so many addiction and mental health struggles: what happens to your nervous system and your self-trust when you ignore your own inner signals for years?Our guest, Erica Spiegelma
Healing Beyond The Prescription with Dr. Christine Manukyan
Send us Fan MailOne man in his 40s walks out of the hospital with more than 20 prescriptions and we can’t stop thinking about what that says about modern healthcare. We sit down with Dr. Christine, a former hospital pharmacist who made a radical career pivot from dispensing meds to practicing holistic healing, functional medicine, and nervous system work. Together, we unpack the moment an identity
What if we have an ADDICTION To Our Mind? with Michael Bryan
Send us Fan MailYour mind can talk you into anything, including the next hit, the next drink, the next text you know you shouldn’t send, or the next spiral that feels like “truth” while it’s wrecking your peace. We sit down with Michael for a first-time, no-script conversation that goes straight to the root: addiction is often an attachment to the mind’s narrative, and freedom starts when you can
From Shame To Storytelling Through Faith with Romi Marie
Send us Fan MailShe wrote the book, deleted the files, and almost erased her own voice. Then she found the draft again and decided to publish it anyway, one raw chapter at a time. We sit down with returning guest Romy Marie, identity coach and the writer behind Breathe Mija, to talk about what it really takes to tell the truth when your story includes addiction, shame, sexual survival, and a lifel
Your Relapse Is A Nervous System Story with Lisa Arrigo
Send us Fan MailYour relapse story might not be about “lack of willingness” at all. It might be your nervous system doing its job the only way it learned how: pushing you toward anything that creates a fast hit of safety. I’m joined by Lisa Arrigo, a New York licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and recovering addict, for a candid conversation about what changes whe
How Long-Term Sobriety Becomes Inner Child Healing with Darren Prince
Send us Fan MailYour life can look successful on paper and still feel like you’re circling the drain inside. That’s where this conversation goes, fast. We sit down with Darren Prince, one of the most well-known sports and celebrity agents, to talk about what recovery actually looks like after years of sobriety when the old script stops working and the real work begins.We get into authenticity as t
From Grammys To Growth: Healing The Hustle Without Losing Your Soul with Ricky Rebel
Send us Fan MailWhat if the real secret to success isn’t hustle, hacks, or going viral—but your inner steadiness when the noise gets loud? We sit down with recording artist and producer Ricky Rebel to unpack why consistency is a spiritual practice, how fear and comparison derail it, and the tools that bring you back to yourself when ambition heats up. From a blue hue that became brand, book, and t
When The World Feels Overwhelming, Let Purpose Lead You!
Send us Fan MailA stadium roared, the beat dropped, and something else happened beneath the lights: hope cut through the noise. Watching the Super Bowl halftime show through a dancer’s eye, we talk about what it means to see someone rise from a cashier job to the world’s biggest stage, and how that arc of grit, culture, and pride can reset our sense of what’s possible. The performance wasn’t just
Honor The Call: Building Healing Beyond The Body with Dr. Sam
Send us Fan MailA key opens more than a door when the mission behind it is bigger than a workout. We share how StrongHarte Fitness returns—not as another studio—but as a sanctuary built to fuse movement science, nervous system regulation, and identity-level healing under one roof. The journey winds from escaping a broken insurance model to building a cash-based practice, surviving a pandemic pivot
Friendship, Boundaries, And The Art Of Not Self-Abandoning with Ricki Rebel
Send us Fan MailEver wonder why some friendships survive fire while others burn out fast? We dig into the real mechanics of durable connection: why respect—not chemistry—keeps relationships from collapsing after conflict, and how to stop confusing intensity with intimacy. As artists and builders, we talk candidly about drawing clean lines between business, friendship, and sex, and why fewer, stron
How Vulnerability Created My Career, My Marriage, And My Mission with Dr. Sam
Send us Fan MailWhat if the thing you’re most afraid to admit is the key to your freedom? We trace a raw, unguarded journey from chasing fame to facing addiction, from an overdose to a doctoral degree, from a collapsing marriage to a rebuilt life anchored in self-trust. The turning point isn’t a single breakthrough; it’s a practice—reframing the 12 steps through a trauma-informed lens, learning to
From Adoption And Adversity To Patient-Centered Care with Dr. Stefano Sinicropi
Send us Fan MailWhat if the moment you’re trying to avoid is the doorway you need? We sit down with Dr. Stefano, a board-certified spine surgeon and healthcare innovator, who opens up about adoption, racism, and the alter ego he used to survive. He traces how secrecy around identity grew into shame, then shows how sitting with pain—rather than outrunning it—became the turning point for a career an
From Police Sergeant To Soulful Coach: What Love Demands In Hard Moments with Michael Graham
Send us Fan MailWhat if addiction isn’t about the substance, but the pain it numbs—and the patterns we learned to survive? We sit down with Michael Graham—retired police sergeant, former SWAT sniper, actor, and transformational coach—to explore how identity, faith, and disciplined love can transform the hardest moments. From early career missteps and a costly lie to a full-throttle return to integ
Friendship Red Flags: Training The Nervous System to Choose Calm Over Chaos with Dr. Sam
Send us Fan MailEver notice how chaos can feel weirdly like home? I open up about seventeen years of sobriety and the unexpected truth beneath it: I wasn’t just addicted to substances—I was addicted to safety. That craving started in childhood, where asking a simple question risked love and silence bought me proximity. Those early lessons built a blueprint for codependency that followed me into ad
Building A Spiritual Vessel That Can Hold Your Success with Dr. Samantha Harte
Send us Fan MailWhat if the problem isn’t your goals, but the vessel meant to hold them? We dive into the gap between outer success and inner steadiness, tracing a path from relentless hustling to embodied healing. A live event about Internal Family Systems and a chance encounter with David Guillaume became a turning point, reinforcing a hard-won truth: real change starts at the center—spirit, hea
Momentum Over More: How To Trust What You Know with Dr. Sam
Send us Fan MailWhat if the next level isn’t another course but the courage to use what you already know? I’m sharing a raw New Year reflection on choosing momentum over accumulation—how a year defined by adventure and guided by discernment exposed my money patterns in grief, and why implementation is my north star for 2026. This is a story about sobriety beyond substances, the spiritual whack-a-m
From Rock Bottom To Spiritual Billionaire with Dr. Samantha Harte
Send us Fan MailWhat if the real bottom isn’t the dramatic crash, but the moment you realize the polished life isn’t working and the noise inside won’t stop? Dr. Samantha Harte takes us through a raw, fast-moving story that starts with chasing the spotlight, detours through addiction and perfectionism, and lands on a deeper kind of success: becoming a spiritual billionaire before you build financi
How to Quiet The Shame And Reignite Your Creativity with Dr. Sam
Send us Fan MailWhat if the end of everything is the beginning of anything? This keynote takes you from a risky leap into the spotlight, through the spiral of addiction and the false safety of perfectionism, to an honest, intuition-led recovery that rebuilt purpose from the inside out. I share how dropping out to chase performance dreams collided with numbing habits, how academic success couldn’t
Mary Bonnet On Spiritual Grounding After Reality TV Turmoil with Selling Sunset's Mary Bonnet
Send us Fan MailThe headlines never tell the whole story. Mary Bonnet sits down with us to strip away the gloss of a blockbuster reality show and talk about what really sustains a person when the edit stings, the comments pile up, and the pressure won’t let go. We open with a funny story about how we met--an embarrassing fan girl moment on a West Hollywood sidewalk, then quickly move into the prac
From Reality TV Identity To Faith, Sobriety, And Self with Romi Marie
Send us Fan MailWhat if the bravest move isn’t to get louder, but to get softer? In this live interview at Heart Conscious Creators, we sit with Romi Marie—known from The Real L Word—who lays down the old script and tells the truth about healing, identity, and the cost of performing for approval. She opens up about how fame solidified a persona that no longer fit, the backlash of questioning label
What Happens When Companies Invest In People Before Profit by Dr. Harte
Send us Fan MailAirports full of bowed heads and glowing screens told us something we couldn’t ignore: we’re hyper-connected and emotionally disconnected. So we took that tension to a room of HR leaders in London and asked a hard question—what if the most reliable path to profit starts with the human nervous system?We reframe ROI as Return on Intention and break it into three practical levers: Reg
How Building Capacity Beats Willpower For Lasting Habits with Hadlee Garrison
Send us Fan MailWhat if lasting change isn’t about willpower, but capacity? We sit down with holistic health counselor and behavior change expert Hadlee Garrison, MPH, to unpack how small, elastic habits and nervous system regulation outperform detoxes, rigid plans, and the all-or-nothing mindset. Hadley blends evidence-based behavior science with Ayurveda, food psychology, and circadian rhythm to
From “You’re Fine” To Finding Answers: How I got in the best ENERGETIC and PHYSICAL shape of my LIFE in Perimenopause!!! with Dr. Sam
Send us Fan MailThe body keeps the score, but it also leaves clues—and midlife is when those clues get loud. I share a clear, data-backed path through perimenopause: the first strange symptoms, the shrugged-off labs, and the moment I decided to stop tolerating discomfort and start tracking what mattered. If you’ve been told “you’re fine” while your hair breaks, your mood swings, your jeans won’t z
What You Can’t Control Is Wrecking Your Peace, Here’s How To Reclaim It with Brooke Burke
Send us Fan MailControl feels safe until it steals our peace. We sit down with Brooke Burke for a candid, spirited conversation that turns into an unscripted coaching session on surrender, acceptance, and real-world agency. We unpack why powerlessness isn’t weakness but a compass pointing us away from unwinnable battles—other people’s moods, shifting schedules, the traffic, the verdicts of bosses
Why nothing changed until I forgave myself: Dr. Harte's story of redemption
Send us Fan MailWhat if forgiveness isn’t something you give away—but the foundation you stand on? I share a raw story of recovery, grief, and betrayal that reframed everything I believed about healing. After losing my sister to overdose, my two worlds—clinical work and spiritual practice—collided, and I began translating the wisdom of recovery for anyone stuck in cycles of addiction, perfectionis
Success Won't Silence Your Soul: A Veteran's Story of Healing with Douglas James
Send us Fan MailDouglas James captivates listeners with his raw, vulnerable journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a wildly successful entrepreneur and devoted family man. Growing up with a father battling addiction, mental illness, and violent tendencies, Douglas witnessed domestic abuse, experienced homelessness, and endured neglect that left deep emotional scars. His powerful testimony
Tough Love and Tender Hearts: The Paradox of Street Wisdom With Vince Ricci
Send us Fan MailRaw, unfiltered, and straight from the heart—Vince Ricci's story of transformation from Bronx street survivor to creative powerhouse will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about forgiveness, resilience, and what it truly means to protect those you love.The founder and CEO of Hubble Studio doesn't just share his success story; he rips open the vault on
Breaking Emotional Chains Through Poetic Expression with Marshall Jones
Send us Fan MailMarshall Davis Jones opens his heart and shares his profound journey through forgiveness in this soul-stirring conversation about healing, poetry, and personal liberation. A five-time TEDx speaker whose poems have been flown into space by NASA, Marshall reveals how the practice of forgiveness transformed not only his relationships but also healed debilitating physical pain.Through
Are You Living a Life Worth Dying For? with Dr. Greg Kimble
Send us Fan MailGreg Kimble's story defies the ordinary arc of success. From a Capitol Records artist at 15 to a Vegas headliner at 21 making $25,000 weekly, his early trajectory seemed glamorous—until it nearly destroyed him. When his father showed up unannounced to save him from self-destruction, Greg experienced the first of many spiritual nudges that would ultimately redirect his life tow
Camp Counselor to Conscious Creators: Reunited After 40 Years
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when two souls reconnect after four decades apart? In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Pam Yudko – who was once my camp counselor when I was just six years old, and is now a nationally recognized transformational coach with over 20 years of experience helping people break free from limiting beliefs.Our conversation, recorded live at my Heart Conscious Creators e
Healing Beyond Addiction: A Conversation with Dave Meltzer
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when two people with extensive recovery journeys sit down to talk about what they're still struggling with? Magic, vulnerability, and profound wisdom emerge.Dr. Samantha Harte welcomes Dave Meltzer – successful entrepreneur, sought-after keynote speaker, author, and as she describes him, "an amazing human" – for a raw conversation that quickly moves beyo
Meeting God in the ICU: Frank Parisi's Journey Through Death and Back
Send us Fan MailDeath isn't always the end of the story. Sometimes, it's just the beginning of something extraordinary.Frank Parisi didn't just approach death's door – he walked through it. During what began as treatment for a persistent cough, Frank found himself on a ventilator with his heart, liver, and kidneys failing. What happened next defies conventional understanding: h
From Reality TV to Real Identity: Romi Marie's Path to Authenticity
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you build your entire identity on who others expect you to be – then finally find the courage to live as your authentic self? In this extraordinarily vulnerable conversation, I speak with Romy Marie – certified identity coach, mother, entrepreneur, and former cast member of Showtime's "The Real L Word" – though we'd never met before hitting rec
Perfectly Imperfect: Finding Freedom in the Messy Middle with Dr. Samantha Harte
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the very traits that once helped you succeed become the prison bars holding you captive? In this raw and revelatory solo episode, Dr. Samantha Harte takes us on a deeply personal journey through her battle with perfectionism—a character trait that drove her to academic excellence, cocaine addiction, marital crisis, and ultimately, profound transformation.Drawing f
When Celebrity Meets Sobriety: Unexpected Revelations with Brooke Burke
Send us Fan MailEvery so often, an unexpected friendship forms that cuts through the superficial and dives straight into soul-deep connection. That's exactly what happened when I met Brooke Burke—someone I'd admired from afar for years as she graced television screens with her natural charisma and undeniable presence.What I discovered behind the public persona was truly remarkable: a dee
From Bedridden to Broadway: Reclaiming Worthiness with Deborah Weed
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your entire world collapses, your body betrays you, and even the medical establishment refuses to believe your pain? For Deborah Weed, this nightmare became reality during a three-year health crisis that transformed her from a successful corporate executive to a bedridden patient fighting for her life—and her dignity.Deborah's remarkable journey began at the
What If Coincidences Are Actually Miracles in Disguise?
Send us Fan MailWhat if those moments we dismiss as "coincidences" are actually glimpses into something more profound? After spending most of my life as a determined atheist who believed spiritual people were simply not intelligent enough to rely on themselves, I've undergone a remarkable transformation.Sixteen years into sobriety and eleven years into an unexpected spiritual journe
Survival Mode: The Comedy and Tragedy of Being Too Damn Strong
Send us Fan MailTraumatic experiences shape us in profound ways, often gifting us with remarkable strengths that help us survive—but what happens when those same strengths become barriers to our healing?This captivating panel discussion features Paige and Joe, two individuals who've faced devastating traumas yet found ways to transform their adaptive traits from potential liabilities back int
Turning Character Traits from Liabilities Into Assets: A Raw Conversation with Entrepreneurs
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the very traits that make you successful in your career become obstacles in your personal life? This riveting panel discussion featuring coaches Alejandra Perez and Michael Graham explores the fascinating terrain of redirecting character traits from liabilities into assets.Alejandra, a self-described driven optimist who reinvented herself multiple times across eng
When My Sister Died, I Found My True Purpose
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a physical healer discovers that treating the body alone isn't enough? After years of helping patients recover physically while maintaining my own fragile sobriety, I faced a devastating wake-up call that transformed everything.The moment my sister lost her battle with addiction, something fundamentally shifted in me. No longer could I separate my professiona
From Battlefields to Breath Work: Military Veterans, Actors, and Entrepreneurs Share Their Healing Journeys
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when anger transforms into acceptance? When betrayal leads to forgiveness? When rage opens the door to healing? This powerful episode brings together three extraordinary individuals who've walked through fire and emerged with wisdom that could change your life.Bruce Cardenas, a former Marine who built a billion-dollar nutrition brand, shares the gut-wrenching stor
Soul Sickness and Success: The Truth No One Tells You
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a successful healthcare professional faces a personal tragedy that forces her to reimagine her entire purpose? Dr. Samantha Harte's raw, vulnerable story takes us from disillusionment with the healthcare system to entrepreneurial success, and ultimately to a profound spiritual awakening following her sister's fatal overdose.Dr. Harte's journey began
The $7 Million Mistake That Saved My Soul
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a Hollywood power broker responsible for managing millions for stars like Beyoncé and Alanis Morissette loses everything through addiction and embezzlement? Jonathan Todd Schwartz takes us on his extraordinary journey from "Diva Whisperer" to federal prison inmate to recovery advocate with unflinching honesty.Schwartz doesn't shy away from the bruta
From Overdosed to Multimillionaire
Send us Fan MailRyan Zofay's story of transformation from addiction to spiritual abundance is nothing short of miraculous. After losing his sister at age five and being introduced to drugs by his mother at eleven, Ryan spiraled into a destructive path that included multiple felonies and culminated in a near-fatal car accident. That crash became his sobriety date—October 9, 2001—and marked the
Crowns, Crashes, and Comebacks: The Alex Smith Story
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when life's carefully constructed plans crumble? For Alex Smith, the journey from small-town athlete to Miss Oklahoma to entertainment industry executive has been anything but predictable. In this raw and revealing conversation, Alex shares how she transformed unexpected setbacks into powerful comebacks through the cultivation of faith.Growing up in a community wi
The U-Turn Moments That Transform Our Lives with Alexis Artin
Send us Fan MailYour body is constantly talking to you—a hidden conversation happening beneath your conscious awareness. Yet in our neck-up, screen-focused world, we've disembodied ourselves from this essential wisdom. Meet Alexis, a transformation coach and founder of Soul Sway, who transitioned from working with A-list celebrities in entertainment to helping women globally reclaim their aut
The Power of Beating Up the Sun with Rick Shugarman
Send us Fan MailThe simple act of waking up with the sun changed everything for Rick Sugarman. What started as a desperate attempt to create more time during a business crisis transformed into a life philosophy that bridges physical wellbeing, mental clarity, and spiritual growth.Rick reveals how "beating up the sun"—his term for a morning routine that aligns with sunrise—creates a casca
Owning Your Story Will Set You Free
Send us Fan MailSometimes our deepest pain becomes our greatest catalyst for transformation. In this raw, vulnerable solo episode, you'll hear the inspiring journey of how rock bottom moments became the foundation for an extraordinary life of purpose and healing.Dr. Samantha Harte takes us through her evolution from cocaine addict to doctor of physical therapy, revealing how her near-fatal ov
The Fungi That Saved My Life: Breaking Free From Addiction Through Sacred Medicine
Send us Fan MailWhat if true healing demands we explore beyond conventional wisdom? In this deeply personal conversation, John Borden shares his extraordinary journey from cocaine addiction to profound transformation through the therapeutic use of psilocybin mushrooms.John's story begins in a familiar place - trapped in cycles of control, substance abuse, and destructive patterns stemming fro
Embracing Powerlessness: Kay Hanley's Journey to Sobriety and Self-Transformation
Send us Fan MailKay Hanley, the remarkable Emmy and Peabody award-winning songwriter, joins us for a candid conversation on embracing powerlessness and its profound impact on her life and career. From her pivotal decision to get sober in 2011, Kay opens up about how letting go of control has shaped her journey, particularly in her relationships. She shares the deeply transformative experience of s
How To Pivot From Chaos To Calm in Business & Life: Dan Fleyshman's Journey of Resilience and Philanthropy
Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to rise from chaos and transform setbacks into opportunities? Join us as we uncover the incredible journey of Dan Fleyshman, a trailblazing entrepreneur known for being the youngest founder of a publicly traded company and for his extensive work as an angel investor. Dan shares his unique perspective on success, centered around the freedom to act autonomously and
Ashley Rogers discusses Overcoming Trauma & Refusing To Quit
Send us Fan MailAshley Rogers, a trailblazing entrepreneur and CEO of Sprinkles CPG, invites us into her world filled with the triumphs and challenges that come with building successful businesses. From her early life shaped by the dual influences of a father with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a mother battling addiction, Ashley's journey is a testament to resilience. Sharing personal s
Surrendering to Change: Healing from Addiction, Betrayal, and Grief
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A Life Reimagined Through Meaningful Mindset Shifts
Send us Fan MailAfter facing life-altering challenges, Chase—the inspiring health coach and certified TRX trainer—shares his incredible journey of resilience and transformation with us. He takes us through his story of overcoming a medical discharge from the military and the arduous process of relearning to walk. By embracing exercise and a healthy lifestyle, he not only changed his own life but a
From Addiction to Authenticity: Billy Jensen's Journey of Sobriety and Resilience
Send us Fan MailRenowned investigative journalist and bestselling author Billy Jensen opens up about his transformative journey from addiction to sobriety, sharing how these experiences have profoundly shaped both his personal and professional life. Through candid discussions, he reveals the challenges of adapting communication in today's digital age and the powerful impact of authenticity. B
How to Manifest The Body & Life of Your Dreams w/ Dr. Samantha Harte
Send us Fan MailWhat if you could break free from the constraints of traditional healthcare and truly transform your life and the lives of your clients? Let me take you on a journey of self-reinvention that I call "Samantha 2.0," where I share my decade-long experience as a physical therapist disillusioned by an insurance-based system. This episode reveals how personal challenges, such a
Healing and Transformation Through Meditation and Manifestation with Niko Arapkiles
Send us Fan MailAfter years of living with subconscious addictive behaviors, Niko Arapkulis, our guest and the host of the Just Grow podcast, transformed his life to one of intentionality and purpose. On this episode of "The Truth About Addiction," Niko recounts his journey from a heavy partying lifestyle post-breakup to achieving four years of sobriety during the COVID pandemic. We expl
Finding Strength in Vulnerability with Shina Rae
Send us Fan MailShina Rae Reynolds, a celebrated Israeli actress turned American aesthetician and celebrity makeup artist, joins us for a heart-to-heart conversation about her extraordinary journey from a life marred by trauma to one of triumph and resilience. Shina opens up about the powerful emotional connection she felt during a recent networking event, which led to our serendipitous collaborat
From Adversity to Innovation: Amy Lacey’s Story of Faith, Forgiveness and Entrepreneurship
Send us Fan MailCan early childhood trauma forge an entrepreneurial spirit? Amy Lacey’s journey from a tumultuous upbringing to creating the world's first cauliflower pizza crust and innovative soursop gummies will leave you inspired. This episode of "The Truth About Addiction" intimately explores how Amy’s mother's struggles as a single parent and her father's addiction i
Transforming Grief into Purpose: A Fresh Look At Emotional Sobriety and Personal Growth
Send us Fan MailGrief has a way of shaping us in unexpected ways. After the heartbreaking loss of our sisters and fathers, we realized just how much these experiences could fuel personal growth and give our lives new purpose. In this episode, London Reber and I reconnect after two years to reflect on our shared journey through grief and emotional sobriety. We discuss the impact of these losses on
Guiding Loved Ones Through Addiction: Insights and Strategies with Dr. Brian Licuanan
Send us Fan MailHow do you guide a loved one resisting treatment for addiction? In this emotionally charged episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian Licuanan, a seasoned psychologist skilled in addressing insomnia, family crises, and substance abuse. Dr. Licuanan shares invaluable insights from his book, "How to Get a Resisting Loved One into Treatment," revealing practical strategies for fam
From Cult Shadows to Emotional Freedom: Tracy Inscore's Journey to Self-Healing
Send us Fan MailHow does one rise from the shadows of a strict religious upbringing to become a beacon of hope for those battling burnout? Tracy Inscore joins us to unravel her remarkable journey, sharing her experiences growing up in a doomsday religious cult and how those early years of harsh discipline and emotional turmoil shaped her into an accomplished attorney and holistic energy practition
Queer Identity and Sober Curiosity in Hollywood
Send us Fan MailActor, vocalist, and advocate Jacob Wilson joins us for a heartfelt exploration into the world of addiction within the entertainment industry. From his roots in Visalia, California, to his relentless pursuit of the arts under top-notch coaches, Jacob opens up about the tension between the industry's glamorous facade and the often harsh reality behind the scenes. This conversat
From Strict Upbringing to Entrepreneur: Travis Chappell's Journey to Holistic Health and Success
Send us Fan MailEver wondered how someone transitions from a strict religious upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and influencer? Join us as Travis Chappell shares his incredible journey from a door-to-door salesman to a founder, investor, speaker, and podcaster. Growing up in an Independent Fundamental Baptist community in Southern California, Travis reveals how his early environment
Exploring Spiritual Awakening and Personal Fulfillment with Tyler Bassetti
Send us Fan MailEver wondered how to turn personal tragedy into a powerful force for transformation? Tyler Bassetti, a serial entrepreneur and investor, shares his profound journey from grappling with the loss of his father and struggling with obesity, to becoming a symbol of endurance and personal responsibility. Tyler's story is a powerful testament to the idea that addiction isn't jus
From Gym Discovery at 13 to Transformative Coaching: Joe Hoye on Mindset, Weight Loss, and Empowering Women 45+
Send us Fan MailImagine being 13 years old and stumbling upon a world that would not only shape your future but also inspire countless others. Joe Hoye did just that when he had a life-changing gym experience, setting him on an extraordinary path to become a health, weight loss, and mindset coach for women aged 45 and older. In this episode, we sit down with Joe as he opens up about his incredible
Can We Be Addicted To What Other People Think? A heart to heart with Ricky Rebel!
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to The Truth About Addiction with Ricky Rebel! He is not a classic case-no formal substance abuse whatsoever. But he did grow up learning to self-abandon and please and perform at the expense of being his true self. We dive into whether or not that coping mechanism is an addiction in and of itself, and so much more. Enjoy!Dr. HarteAbout Ricky Rebel:Ricky Rebel is a Bil
Resilience and Empowerment: Rachele Royale's Journey Through Tragedy, Healing, and the Music Industry
Send us Fan MailRachele Royale's journey through the music and entertainment industry is nothing short of extraordinary. Known for her powerhouse vocals and multifaceted talents, she opens up about the personal trials that have shaped her path, including the heart-wrenching loss of her mother to suicide and surviving sexual assault. Listen as she passionately shares her mission to empower wom
How To RECOVER OUT LOUD So We Don't SUFFER IN SILENCE with Mike Fiore!
Send us Fan MailHi everyone!Welcome back to The Truth About Addiction. Today's guest is a very special man with a powerful message. He's a living embodiment of what happens when an addict changes the trajectory of their life and steps into their purpose. For more on Mike Fiore, check out his bio below:Michael Fiore is the Outreach Coordinator for Voices for Awareness and ProjectFacing Fe
Cheryl Burke: Her story and how SUCCESS was her rock bottom
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to The Truth About Addiction! I have a very special guest today and boy does she have a story to tell. A sexual abuse survivor and rocketed to fame, Cheryl Burke tells us about her childhood, her inability to speak for years, her stroke of luck landing DWTS and her rock bottom-success. Tune in and hear another miraculous story about addiction, recovery and healing.MORE
How EMOTIONALLY ADDICTIVE behaviors show up in relationships & how to BREAK THE CYCLE!
Send us Fan MailToday's episode features actress Holly Hester, a veteran in the entertainment industry with a deep and beautiful soul. Though she doesn't identify as a classic "addict" in the traditional sense, she discusses all the ways in which patterns from childhood show up as addictive tendencies in adulthood. We dive into the ways in which that presents and the ways in wh
A SOBER CURIOUS Journey with TORI KAY!
Send us Fan MailToday's interview with Tori Kay touches on something very controversial---can we try sobriety and then change our minds? Can we control our drinking with firm boundaries? Can we override our DNA? Some people would say absolutely not. I tried it all and failed, so for me the 12 steps are a way of life. But for Tori, she is experimenting and isn't sure how this part of her
Is There A Such Thing As Empathy??? This and more with Dr. Patrick Lockwood!
Send us Fan MailToday's episode is a fascinating conversation with Dr. Patrick Lockwood, a Doctor of Psychology who is not an addict but works at a recovery center and grew up with a sober dad. His perspective on recovery, accountability and empathy are worthy of a listen for anyone who wants to take an intellectual deep dive on these topics.More on Dr. Lockwood:Dr. Lockwood is a licensed Psy
A Fresh Look at The 12 Steps with Austin Hart
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to The Truth About Addiction! Today I unexpectedly dive into the 12 steps--the ways in which the language of them keeps many people sick in and pout of recovery--and the ways in which I have reimagined them over more than a decade. This is a huge passion point for me and one of the big reasons I wrote my book in the first place. Austin and I discuss his story from add
The Wildest Year of my Life: Tragedies, Triumphs & Full Transparency
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Truth About Addiction and Happy New Year. I decided to share a recap of my year---arguably the wildest one yet. Everything I thought would happen didn't, and everything I've dreamed of happening did. I take you through my year from beginning to end, from an attempt at real estate to a tour in Japan, a retreat in Tulum to performing in Vegas, fini
From Abuse & Addiction to Magazine CEO and Entrepreneur w/ George Rojas
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Truth About Addiction! In today's episode, I interview founder of Amare Magazine, George Rojas, to uncover how he ended up as CEO of a successful magazine after living a life of crime, abuse and drug addiction. Rojas has overcome so many obstacles in his life, including both mental and sexual abuse as well as drug addiction. At rock bottom, George ha
Recovering from Your Ex-husband's Addiction, Death, Estate Battle and Life as a Single Mother w/ Amy Davis---PART 2
Send us Fan MailWelcome Back to The Truth About Addiction with Dr. Harte. Today's episode is a continuation of the very difficult conversation around addiction, abuse, death and life after loss with Amy Davis. In episode 29, we tackled the beginning of the story and paused when things in her tumultuous marriage were escalating in dangerous ways. Today, we hit the absolute rock bottom moments
How To Reframe and Heal Our Relationship with Food, Diet Culture & Body Image with Dr. David Wiss, RDN, PhD
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to The Truth About Addiction! Today's episode features a special and recurring guest named Dr. David Wiss. He is a sober friend with a brilliant mind and is changing the conversation around nutrition and mental health. He also shares his unique approach to nutrition counseling, which takes the model of food first, body second and turns it on its head. Imagine a wo
Surviving Abuse, Loss, and Single Parenting ONE DAY AT A TIME
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