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Couple O" Nukes

Couple O’ Nukes is a self-improvement podcast that engages difficult conversations to cultivate life lessons, build community, amplify unheard voices, and empower meaningful change. Hosted by Mr. Whiskey—a U.S. Navy veteran, author, preacher, comedian, and speaker—the show blends lived experience, faith, science, and humor to address life’s most challenging realities with honesty and purpose.Each episode explores topics such as mental health, suicide prevention, addiction recovery, military life,

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55:04

Married To An Addict: Surviving 10 Years Of Love,...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Alicia Bloss, the wife of Damien Bloss, who joined us in a previous episode to share his journey of addiction and recovery in what he calls Breaking The Silence. This time, we’re flipping the script and hearing from the loved one who stood by his side through it all to get insights from the loved one of an addicted and recovering individual. Alicia opens up about what it’s really like to be married to an alcoholic—covering the emotional toll, financial st...

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37:03

Internal Vs. External: Cole Grace’s Path From Combat...

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2025/06/02

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Cole Grace, a combat veteran and author who walks us through a raw, transformative journey from the deserts of Iraq to the peaceful coastlines of Costa Rica. We talk about his time in the military where he performed bomb disposal missions under constant threat, the long-term physical and mental tolls that followed, and how he began to unravel the effects of PTSD, chronic pain, and identity loss. Mr. Grace opens up about his post-service transition — from ...

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23:51

Why Traditional Therapy Isn’t Always Enough – And...

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2025/05/31

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Dr. Rhonda Hodge, a licensed therapist, psychiatric nurse practitioner, and founder of Harmony — a mental health clinic that’s changing how care is delivered. We dive into her personal journey from therapy to medicine and how her vision for a more compassionate, connected system gave birth to Harmony. Dr. Hodge explains why traditional approaches often leave people feeling isolated, unseen, and overmedicated — and how Harmony prioritizes individualized, w...

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48:37

Stop Avoiding It: Biblical Coping Skills Backed by...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Gina Yanovitch to explore how faith, scripture, and neuroscience combine into a powerful toolkit for healing. Ms. Yanovitch, a therapist and author of Stop Avoiding It, breaks down how our brains process trauma and how scripture-based coping strategies can align with modern psychological science. We talk about the importance of gratitude, the hidden emotional insights in the Bible, and how we unknowingly carry limiting beliefs that affect our self-worth a...

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62:37

Callisto- Tracking And Stopping Repeat Sexual Offenders

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2025/05/27

Send us a text Warning: Today's episode covers a variety of topics related to sexual harassment, assault, and rape. Today, I sit down with Ms. Tracy DeTomasi, a licensed clinical social worker and CEO of Callisto, for a necessary conversation on sexual assault, prevention, and cultural accountability. With over 25 years of experience in gender-based violence work—including counseling adolescent sex offenders and running a domestic violence shelter—Ms. DeTomasi brings powerful insight into how...

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52:45

From Cocaine To Christ: The Struggle Between Faith...

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2025/05/25

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Mr. John Bacon, a clinical specialist working in addiction recovery who brings powerful testimony to the mic. Mr. Bacon opens up about his childhood in Flint, Michigan, growing up without a father and battling deep emotional wounds that led to a destructive cycle of cocaine, alcohol, and anger. He shares how faith, therapy, and hard life lessons turned his story from pain to purpose. We dive deep into the spiritual warfare behind addiction, the misconcept...

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52:31

EFT Tapping Explained: Easy, Efficient, Healing, And...

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2025/05/23

Send us a text Today, I tap into the power of tapping with Ms. Amy Vincze, an EFT Tapping coach and founder of the Soar With Tapping app, to explore a unique and powerful tool for emotional healing. We dive into the origins of EFT—Emotional Freedom Technique—and how it's helping people manage trauma, PTSD, addiction, procrastination, and physical pain by tapping into energy meridians and rewiring emotional responses at their core. Ms. Vincze breaks down the science behind tapping, including i...

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79:45

Pain Into Progress: Overcoming PTSD Through...

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2025/05/21

Send us a text Today, I sit down for a very raw and honest conversation with Rob Wheeler, a 10-year Navy veteran and former law enforcement officer turned transformational coach. We talk about his journey from battling PTSD, depression, and a career-ending knee injury to building a new life based on discipline, personal development, and fitness. Mr. Wheeler shares how he transitioned from serving aboard the USS Roosevelt to opening a gym and coaching countless others—despite losing that gym d...

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62:25

Life Is Crazy: Betrayed By Military Leadership,...

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2025/05/19

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Brandon Held, host of the Life Is Crazy podcast, to dive into a raw and unfiltered story spanning abuse, betrayal, military injustice, and personal transformation. Mr. Held walks us through his earliest memory at just two years old—witnessing domestic violence—and how that shaped his lifelong drive to protect others. We discuss his experiences growing up around addiction, fear, and powerlessness, and how joining the Air Force at 17 was his escape from hel...

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42:53

Breaking The Silence: 20 Years Of Addiction And...

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2025/05/17

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Damien Bloss, a man who battled addiction for over 20 years before finding freedom through recovery. We dive into the root of his struggle—losing a close family member to suicide and the decades of guilt and emotional suppression that followed. Mr. Bloss opens up about how this trauma went unspoken for decades, only finally revealing it through the release of his 2024 book Breaking the Silence. Mr. Bloss and I explore the dangerous turning points of addic...

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58:11

Taking Creative Risks: How to Write Stories Never...

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2025/05/15

Send us a text Today, I sit down with G. Michael Hopf—Marine Corps veteran turned bestselling author and founder of two publishing companies. We talk through his evolution from writing a children's book inspired by his daughters to launching a viral apocalyptic novel that catapulted him into a 40-book writing career. Mr. Hopf shares the origin stories behind his most successful titles, explains the strategy behind using different author names for different genres, and offers a behind-the-scen...

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49:40

Embracing Motherhood: Abortion Alternatives You Need...

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2025/05/11

Send us a text Today, I take a bold step into one of the most controversial and important conversations of our time—abortion and the alternatives available to women facing unplanned pregnancies. As someone passionate about human life, self-improvement, and faith, it's no surprise that abortion is an extremely upsetting subject for me. Though stepping into the field of Pro-Choice Vs. Pro-Life and everything that comes with that, I wanted to dedicate this Mother's Day to providing resources for...

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61:39

It's Been Two Years Since I Left The Military- Now What?

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2025/05/09

Send us a text Today, I sit down solo to reflect on a personal milestone—two years since I left the U.S. Navy. This episode isn't about bashing the military, but rather a raw and honest conversation about my experience, what I wish I'd known beforehand, and the conversations I’ve had with fellow veterans and active duty members. I talk about the circumstances that led to me joining at 17, how my parents influenced that decision, and the harsh reality of being promised benefits and opportuniti...

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23:46

From Religious Shame To Strength: Faith, Hearing...

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2025/05/07

Send us a text Today, I sit down with fellow believer Desiree Taylor, a writer, speaker, and advocate whose journey of faith began in childhood and was deeply shaped by hearing loss and the stigma that came with it. Ms. Taylor shares how she was diagnosed with nerve deafness as a child and the isolation she experienced growing up—especially in school where few understood her condition. But beyond her physical struggle, she opens up about a spiritual one, as her relationship with God beg...

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54:02

From Brokenness To Breakthrough: A Marriage Tested By...

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2025/05/05

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Jomel Powell, a man of deep faith and powerful testimony, who walks us through the raw and redemptive journey of a marriage deeply shaken by COVID-19. Mr. Powell shares how the pandemic tested his relationship, his beliefs, and his resilience—but ultimately became the crucible through which his family found unexpected blessings. We dive into the early days of his marriage, the friction that came with time, and the way the global shutdown forced them...

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39:49

He Was Stealing His Patients' Medication: A...

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2025/05/03

Send us a text Today, I sit down with Brett Cordes, a former ENT surgeon whose story highlights the hidden epidemic of physician burnout and opioid addiction. Mr. Cordes walks us through his early life as a high achiever, his path through medical school and surgical training, and how a battle with cancer introduced him to opioids for the first time. Additionally, he shares how drinking cough syrup in place of beer leads to a growing addiction that nearly ends his career. Mr. Cordes explains h...

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76:45

Submarine Stories And "Change Your Questions, Change...

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2025/05/01

Send us a text Today, I reconnect with Kenneth Woodward, who I had met at Podcast Movement, Washington DC, where he shared a story with me about Captain's Mast. Together, we share tales of Navy Sailing, operating submarines, and young love. We get into why Mr. Woodward joined the Navy, how his life unfolded from there, and some of the uniqueness of life as a Submariner. He shares about port calls and his pursuit of love in the service. We also get into a riveting conversation on cleanin...

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37:55

He Spent Every Day In Vietnam Expecting To Die- A...

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2025/04/29

Send us a text Today, I am joined by Vietnam veteran, therapist, and author Conard Hogan, who shares his raw and insightful journey from the battlefields of Vietnam to the healing process of writing and recovery. Mr. Hogan dives into his background growing up in Kentucky, his unexpected path to military service, and how the trauma of war led him to pursue a life of therapy, both for himself and for others. He highlights the emotional toll of war—even for those who never saw direct combat. Mr....

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Mentorship's Impact: A Big Brother’s Journey Of...

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2025/04/27

Send us a text In this deeply moving episode, I have a somber but powerful conversation with Dennis "DJ" Quinn, a lifelong mentor and Big Brothers volunteer, to explore the transformational power of one-on-one mentorship. From childhood trauma to the long-term impact of showing up for someone in need, Mr. Quinn shares his personal journey through decades of volunteering—highlighting how critical emotional support is for kids without stable homes or parental guidance. We discuss what imp...

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38:56

23 Years In The Army: Addicted & Broken — How God...

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2025/04/25

Send us a text Today, I sit down with U.S. Army veteran Ryan Reichert to explore a life marked by resilience, recovery, and unshakable faith. From childhood dreams of West Point to commanding troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, Ryan opens up about the highs and lows of his 23-year military career. He shares how early injuries and prescription medications led to a long battle with addiction—a struggle that he would face for decades, often in silence, while leading soldiers and managing responsibil...

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