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The Hopeaholics

Addicted to Hope

Welcome to the Hopeaholics Podcast, where we tackle addiction and mental illness through sharing real life experiences, honesty and hope! Hosted by Chad Carlsen, who knows firsthand the destruction that these issues can cause, we"re here to offer listeners a much-needed source of inspiration and understanding that will carry them through tough times. Through powerful, honest, and unfiltered interviews, The Hopeaholics provides a beacon of hope for listeners facing similar issues, banishing stigma in

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All Episodes

60:49

Kaylor Betts: Awake and Winning | The Hopeaholics...

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2025/05/02

Kaylor Betts: Awake and Winning | The Hopeaholics Podcast This electrifying episode of the Hopeaholic podcast features Kaylor Betts, a Canadian entrepreneur, podcast host, and mental health advocate known for his unapologetic authenticity and transformative journey. Kaylor opens up about his past struggles with self-sabotage, mental health challenges, and societal judgment, sharing how he overcame six failed businesses, chronic ailments, and limiting beliefs to build a life of purpose and fr...

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69:42

Morae Morris: The Dimes in Recovery | The Hopeaholics...

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2025/04/29

Morae Morris: The Dimes in Recovery | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this deeply moving episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Morae Morris lays bare her extraordinary journey through 32 years of addiction to over 11 years of sobriety, weaving a narrative of raw pain, spiritual rediscovery, and unyielding hope. With her infectious humor and heartfelt honesty, she shares vivid stories—like finding dimes in unlikely places as signs from God, narrowly escaping suicide during a dark relapse, and naviga...

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61:58

Darren Prince: The Bottom is The Beginning | The...

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2025/04/25

Darren Prince: The Bottom is The Beginning | The Hopeaholics Podcast Dive into an unforgettable episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast featuring Darren Prince, a legendary sports and celebrity agent who has represented icons like Magic Johnson, Hulk Hogan, Pamela Anderson, and the late Muhammad Ali, and the international best-selling author of Aiming High. In this powerful conversation, Darren lays bare his grueling battle with opioid addiction, revealing the raw, heart-wrenching moments that de...

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94:26

Ian Heinisch: "I'M DONE PRETENDING" | The Hopeaholics...

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2025/04/22

Ian Heinisch: "I'M DONE PRETENDING" | The Hopeaholics Podcast From UFC fame to foreign prisons, Ian Heinisch’s journey is one of chaos, redemption, and unshakable faith. On this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Ian takes us deep into the gritty truth of a life shaped by addiction, violence, smuggling ecstasy, and international fugitive status—all before the age of 21. But in his darkest moment, faced with the weight of his choices and no way out, Ian cried out to God… and everything chang...

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111:17

Tommy Gunn: Adult Films Saved His Life | The...

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2025/04/18

Tommy Gunn: Adult Films Saved His Life | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this raw and deeply human episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with legendary adult film star Tommy Gunn, whose decades-long career includes hundreds of film credits, industry awards, and mainstream appearances—but behind the fame lies a powerful story of pain, perseverance, and redemption. Tommy opens up about discovering his mother’s suicide at 27, a trauma that shattered his world and sent him spiraling through...

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89:42

Jimmy Queen: The World Will Eat You Up | The...

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2025/04/15

Jimmy Queen: The World Will Eat You Up | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Jimmy Queen returns to share the raw truth behind his transformation—from rock bottom to reinvention. He opens up about the moment his wife went to treatment, a turning point that shattered his emotional walls and forced him to surrender everything he thought he knew about life, purpose, and manhood. Through pain, rebuilding, and the unwavering suppo...

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69:57

Chuck Zamzow: The Power of Sharing Our Stories | The...

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2025/04/11

Chuck Zamzow: The Power of Sharing Our Stories | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we feature Chuck Zamzow, a resilient individual from LaSalle Peru, Illinois, who shares his powerful journey through addiction and recovery. Chuck candidly discusses the challenges he faced, including the impact of his struggles on his relationships and mental health. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, connection, and the support of a community in overcoming life's...

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60:18

Dr. Richard Morgan: The Life-changing Pill | The...

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2025/04/08

Dr. Richard Morgan: The Life-changing Pill | The Hopeaholics Podcast Welcome back to the Hopeaholics podcast, where we dive deep into the realities of mental health and addiction. In this episode, we are honored to have Dr. Richard Morgan as our guest, who shares his powerful journey through addiction and recovery. Dr. Richard Morgan recounts a journey of addiction that begins during medical school, where he starts writing prescriptions for himself. This eventually leads to his arrest by fed...

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79:10

Mike Thompson: Finding Good | The Hopeaholics Podcast

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2025/04/04

Mike Thompson: Finding Good | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome the inspiring Mike Thompson, who shares his transformative journey through addiction and recovery. Mike, a four-time cancer survivor, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia at age 10, leading to two bone marrow transplants, over 75 surgeries, and a 12.5-hour facial reconstruction. Despite chronic pain, opioid addiction, and the fear of relapse, he found solace in running...

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72:38

Mark Manderson: The Recovery Way | The Hopeaholics...

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2025/04/01

Mark Manderson: The Recovery Way | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this episode of the Hopeaholics Podcast, join us as we explore the intricate relationship between mental health and addiction with guest Mark Manderson, emphasizing the importance of community support and emotional vulnerability. Mark Manderson is a renowned mental health and addiction expert with over 20 years of experience. As the COO of Pacific Shores Recovery, he has helped thousands of individuals achieve lasting recovery. He...

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76:04

Preston Durnford: Altering People's Paths | The...

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2025/03/28

Preston Durnford: Altering People's Paths | The Hopeaholics Podcast Join us for a powerful and introspective conversation with Preston Durnford, the creator of The Epic Journal, a journal that provides principles and journaling exercises that can be a myriad to mental health symptoms. We delve into the depths of life, loss, and the human spirit on this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast. Preston shares his raw and honest perspectives on navigating pain, the crucial importance of personal gro...

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68:08

Heather Barba: Trusting The Unknown Path | The...

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2025/03/25

Heather Barba: Trusting The Unknown Path | The Hopeaholics Podcast Heather Barba shares her powerful journey of resilience, faith, and transformation after battling addiction and loss. Adopted at a young age, she struggled with identity and self-worth, later turning to substance abuse following the deaths of both her adoptive parents to cancer. Searching for discipline and purpose, she found healing through bodybuilding, jiu-jitsu, and ultimately, her faith in God. In this episode of The Hop...

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96:46

Jesi Stracham: The Continuous Process of Rebuilding |...

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2025/03/21

Jesi Stracham: The Continuous Process of Rebuilding | The Hopeaholics Podcast Jesi Stracham’s journey is one of resilience, transformation, and unwavering faith. After a life-changing motorcycle accident left her paralyzed, she faced unimaginable challenges, from battling addiction to redefining her sense of purpose. In this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Jesi opens up about her reckless past, the moment she flatlined twice and had a vision of her late grandmother, and how she chose to ...

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76:23

Taylor Ballinger: How Tearing My ACL Led to Substance...

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2025/03/18

Taylor Ballinger: How Tearing My ACL Led to Substance Abuse | The Hopeaholics Podcast Taylor Ballinger opens up about her journey through a turbulent childhood, struggles with addiction, and the path to self-discovery that led her to faith and healing. Growing up with absent parents, Taylor found herself immersed in substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and a toxic cycle of numbing pain. After suffering an ACL injury and facing the realities of her drinking habits, she turned to personal...

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60:08

Bryan Calcott: Finding Peace Before Death | The...

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2025/03/14

Bryan Calcott: Finding Peace Before Death | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, the guest shares his turbulent journey through addiction, incarceration, and the lifelong battle for self-acceptance. Reflecting on his time in prison—serving sentences for drug-related charges—he reveals how his obsession with money and external validation stemmed from a childhood marked by feelings of inferiority after moving from West Texas to ...

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32:46

David Meltzer: How Gratitude Can Change Your Life |...

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2025/03/11

David Meltzer: How Gratitude Can Change Your Life | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, David Meltzer shares his incredible journey from making hundreds of millions of dollars, losing it all, and rebuilding his life through faith, gratitude, and purpose. As the Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, David discusses how timeless principles from Think and Grow Rich transformed his mindset and mission to empower over a billion people to be...

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77:05

Heather Beaton: Tired of Being Nothing | The...

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2025/03/07

Heather Beaton: Tired of Being Nothing | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this emotional episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Heather Beaton shares her powerful journey from homelessness and addiction to finding freedom through recovery. She opens up about the trauma that fueled her substance abuse, her struggles with violent relationships, and the repeated suicide attempts that marked her darkest moments. Heather discusses how resentment toward her family drove her addiction, the illusion of contr...

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106:29

Donal & Tiernan Cranny: "THERE'S NO ROOM FOR EMPATHY"...

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2025/03/04

Donal & Tiernan Cranny: "THERE'S NO ROOM FOR EMPATHY" | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, father-son duo Donal and Tiernan Cranny share their powerful journey through addiction and recovery. Donal reflects on his childhood in Northern Ireland during "The Troubles," his battle with alcoholism while working on Wall Street, and how the 12-step program transformed his life. Tiernan opens up about starting substance use at 10 years old, his struggl...

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72:12

Jessy Lauren: "I KEPT DOING SOMETHING I HATED" | The...

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2025/02/28

Jessy Lauren: "I KEPT DOING SOMETHING I HATED" | The Hopeaholics Podcast Today, we have an incredibly raw and inspiring episode featuring Jessy Lauren, a woman whose journey through addiction, loss, and redemption will leave you speechless. Jessy opens up about her past with absolute honesty—sharing the darkest moments that nearly cost her everything, from a high-speed police chase and multiple felony charges to an overdose that became her ultimate wake-up call. But what makes her story so p...

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98:15

Sahil Bloom: The 5 Types of Wealth to CHANGE YOUR...

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2025/02/25

Sahil Bloom: The 5 Types of Wealth to CHANGE YOUR LIFE | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this inspiring episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Sahil Bloom to explore what it truly means to live a meaningful and balanced life. Sahil opens up about his journey from chasing traditional success to realizing that true wealth goes far beyond money. After years of prioritizing work and material achievement, a life-changing conversation made him reevaluate everything—leading to a bold...

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