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Built By The Red Stick

Rhea Media Group

Built By The Red Stick Podcast brings you real, sometimes controversial but much needed conversations. We bring you special guests each week to tackle the hard truths about the effects of drugs, alcohol, etc.Produced by Rhea Media Group, LLC

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All Episodes

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Episode 68 | Growing Sober | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/10/31

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, Michael Oakley sits down with Raphael Luneau, Alumni Coordinator at Victory Addiction Recovery Center, to explore how lasting recovery extends far beyond treatment. Raphael shares his lived experience with addiction, his role in guiding alumni support, and how the ‘family’ at Victory stays connected long after detox and rehab. He opens up about the importance of unity, authenticity, and community in the recovery process—reminding listeners t...

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Episode 67 | The Man in the Mirror | Built by the Red...

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2025/10/24

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Peter Barrilleaux, RAC, a Residential Counselor at Victory Recovery Center in Lafayette, Louisiana. Peter brings deep experience in both residential and intensive outpatient (I.O.P.) programs, offering a grounded and compassionate perspective on what real recovery looks like day to day. With years of work in trauma-informed care and addiction counseling, he opens up about the challenges of...

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Episode 66 | We Care | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/10/17

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, Michael Oakley steps in solo (Ronnie is out sick) to welcome Cherie Hebert, the Family Care Coordinator at Victory Recovery Center. Cherie brings a deeply empathetic, behind-the-scenes voice focused on supporting families as they walk the recovery path alongside their loved ones. Cherie opens up about her role: the challenges, the heartbreak, and the victories she witnesses in guiding families through crisis, communication, boundaries, and h...

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50:27

Episode 65 | Called to Action | Built By The Red...

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2025/10/10

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Julie St. Martin, RN, a registered nurse who brings compassion, clinical insight, and frontline experience from her work at Victory Recovery Center. Julie shares stories from within the walls of treatment—what care looks like behind the curtains of detox, residential, and outpatient services. She talks about how nursing in recovery isn’t just about medicine or protocols—it’s about empathy, prese...

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Episode 64 | Small Victories | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/10/03

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Chris Flanagan, Director of Business Development at Victory Addiction Recovery Center, to talk about what it takes to build bridges in recovery care and community support. Chris brings a unique background—after graduating from LSU and working in pharmaceutical, medical device, and wellness sectors, he transitioned into advocacy and recovery work. At Victory, he now leads efforts to expand outrea...

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Episode 63 | Doctors Orders | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/09/26

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Dr. Dave Daigle, a double board-certified physician in Emergency Medicine and Addiction Medicine, and the Medical Director of MAT’s Clinic. After 16 years in the ER, Dr. Daigle witnessed far too many lives lost to overdose. Instead of standing by, he chose to take action. Today, he helps people break free from the grip of addiction through evidence-based treatment—including Suboxone, Naltrexone,...

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Episode 62 | How Did We Get Here!? | Built By The Red...

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2025/09/19

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley take a step back to reflect on a full year of commitment to building Built By The Red Stick. What started as an idea to create a judgment-free space for recovery stories has grown into a movement of connection, honesty, and hope. Ronnie and Michael share the highs, the struggles, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way—both personally and as hosts—proving that recovery is just as much about commun...

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Episode 61 | Deja Vu | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/09/12

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Nicole Barbee, a powerful advocate and prominent figure in the recovery community. Nicole has dedicated her life to helping others break free from addiction and discover the hope that comes with long-term recovery. She shares her story with raw honesty, offering both personal and professional insight into what it takes to heal, rebuild, and thrive. From the challenges of relapse and stigma...

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Episode 60 | Finding N3m0 | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/09/05

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Bradley Sparks, better known as n3m0, a TikTok comedian and influential voice in the recovery community. Bradley lights up the screen with sharp wit and relatable storytelling—but there’s depth behind the laughter. He opens up about how recovery shaped his creativity, grounded his humor, and gave him a platform to speak honestly about what life after addiction looks like. From hospital escapades...

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Episode 59 | Mo's Movement | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/08/29

In this impactful episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Angela Shockley, the founder of Mo’s Movement, a nonprofit created in honor of her daughter Morgan (“Mo”), who tragically lost her life to drug poisoning. Angela shares the inspiration behind Mo’s Movement and how she’s turning personal loss into community action. Through awareness campaigns like The Empty Chair Project—placing empty chairs to represent those lost to drug poisoni...

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Episode 58 | Return to Grace | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/08/22

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Leila Koubi—a powerful voice in the recovery and mental health space who uses her story to reach people right where they are. Leila opens up about the painful reality of addiction, the complexity of mental health, and how both can fuel each other in ways most people never see. She shares her personal journey from chaos to clarity and explains why vulnerability, spiritual growth, and honest...

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51:46

Episode 57 | Born Different | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/08/15

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Wendel Lewis, a creative force, entrepreneur, and passionate voice in the community. Wendel brings his unique mix of grit, humor, and artistry to the conversation, sharing how his journey has shaped both his personal life and professional work. From building Trent Lou Productions to inspiring others through storytelling, Wendel opens up about perseverance, creativity, and what it means to ...

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Episode 56 | Start not Little| Built by the Red Stick...

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2025/08/08

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Stuart Bostwick, a Registered Addiction Counselor at Palmetto Recovery and a passionate advocate for long-term healing. With deep insight and a sharp sense of humor, Stuart shares what he’s learned working on the front lines of addiction recovery. From navigating relapse and resistance to helping people rediscover purpose, he offers a powerful perspective on what true recovery looks like—b...

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Episode 55 | Juvenile Delinquent | Built By The Red...

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2025/08/01

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Janey Lewis—a powerful voice in the recovery community and a dear friend of the show. Janey brings her signature wisdom, humor, and heart to the table as she shares her own recovery journey and the work she’s doing to help others find freedom. From the chaos of addiction to the clarity of healing, Janey opens up about the struggles, the growth, and the hope that comes with showing up for y...

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Episode 54 | Mindset Shift | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/07/25

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, Built By The Red Stick, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome back a fan favorite—Katie Garn, @RCVRYwithKatie flew in all the way from Indiana to join us in person here in Louisiana. Katie shares updates on her journey through addiction recovery since her last visit, reflecting on how life, healing, and connection continue to unfold with time. She talks candidly about the importance of revisiting your story, surrounding...

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Episode 53 | Jenny at the Branch | Addiction Recovery...

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2025/07/21

In this powerful episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast Built by the Redstick, we sit down with Jenny Pearson from Long Branch Recovery to explore the heart of healing, the journey through addiction recovery, and the importance of connection in finding lasting freedom. Jenny shares her personal and professional insights from years in the recovery field, diving deep into what makes Long Branch a unique place of transformation. From trauma-informed care to holistic approaches that treat the...

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Episode 52 | A Story To Tell | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/07/11

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Michael Oakley and Ronnie LeDuff welcome Lou Essig, co-host of the Get a Grip Podcast, a raw and uncensored platform built on his and Aaron Garnes' own experiences in addiction recovery. Lou shares candid reflections on the painful challenges he faced—including addiction, incarceration, and mental health struggles—and how he transformed those experiences into a force for good. He discusses how Get a Grip blends unfiltered storytelling ...

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Episode 51 | One and Done | Built by the Red Stick...

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2025/07/04

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Michael Oakley and Ronnie LeDuff welcome special guest Andy, whose story is a powerful example of what resilience, humility, and long-term recovery truly look like. Andy opens up about his journey through addiction, what finally pushed him toward recovery, and the personal transformation that followed. His story is raw and honest—and full of the hard truths many face but few talk about. Together, the trio dives into the emotional layer...

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Episode 50 | This is 50! | Built By The Red Stick...

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2025/06/27

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Michael Oakley and Ronnie LeDuff sit down to reflect on 50 powerful, unfiltered episodes of Built By The Red Stick. This isn't just a milestone—it's a moment to look back on the stories that shaped them, the guests who inspired them, and the conversations that continue to push addiction recovery forward. Michael and Ronnie share what they’ve learned over the past 50 episodes—from relapse to redemption, grief to gratitude, and everythin...

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Episode 49 | Comedic Relief | Built by the Red Stick...

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2025/06/20

In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Michael Oakley and Ronnie LeDuff welcome back Brandon Bruffet, Baton Rouge comedian and advocate, for another powerful and inspiring conversation. Brandon shares what’s changed since his last appearance, how his journey through addiction recovery continues to evolve, and how humor remains a vital part of his healing process. Together, they dig into the emotional ups and downs of addiction recovery, the importance of community, and the ...

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