In The Trenches

In The Trenches Episode 14 continues the podcast's mission of discussing "the things nobody wants to talk about," focusing on the modern fentanyl crisis, the reality of counterfeit pills, and the devastating physical consequences of alcoholism.Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".

In The Trenches Episode 12 serves as a powerful continuation of the discussion on clinical depression and suicide, specifically following up on the high volume of listener feedback regarding Kevin story from a previous episode. Cary is joined by Kevin, a new guest named David, David’s mother Lydia, and Dan Broyles, a Care Pastor and licensed therapist from Valencia Hills Church.Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".

In The Trenches Episode 10 features a powerful and emotional exploration of clinical depression, suicide, and the "prisons" people create in their own minds. Returning guest Katrina, who provides a success update, and new guest Kevin, who shares a harrowing story of clinical death and a "miraculous" rescue.Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".

In the Trenches Episode 8 focuses on the "hidden secrets" of raising children in the modern era, specifically addressing the impact of social media, lack of parental involvement, and the challenges faced by educators. Cary is joined by three guests with deep roots in the Santa Clarita community: JC (Tracy), an Action counselor for 18 years who works with the Hart District; Jennifer, a primary school teacher for 28 years; and Tiffany, a third and fourth-grade teacher for 25 years.Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".

In the Trenches Episode 6 features a deeply emotional and unique conversation with Ellie Laks, the founder of The Gentle Barn. For this episode, Carrie shifts the format, stepping out of the primary interviewer role to be interviewed alongside Ellie by co-host Dylan. The episode explores the profound parallels between rescuing broken animals and rehabilitating broken people, centered on the idea that every life is worth savingSupported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".

In The Trenches Episode 4, hosted by Cary Quashen and co-host Robbie Robinson, features a raw discussion on the modern drug crisis, the fallacy of "safe" experimentation, and the personal recovery stories of guests Less and Corey. Carrie, who celebrated 45 years of sobriety around the time of recording, uses this episode to address the "elephants in the room" regarding substance abuse and mental health.Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".

In The Trenches Episode 2 features host Cary Quashen leading a discussion centered on gratitude, recovery, and the personal journeys of three guests: Katrina, Jack, and Dylan. Recorded shortly after Thanksgiving, the episode focuses on finding purpose after hitting "rock bottom" and the importance of maintaining sobriety through life’s trials.Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".