In The Trenches

In The Trenches Episode 19, hosted by Cay Quashen, takes a significant departure from the show's usual focus on addiction and mental health to present "Snake School." Cary, who has accidentally become known as the "snake wrangler of Santa Clarita" after a viral post, is joined by his son Scott to educate the community on snake safety and identification.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 17 focuses on the "thriving" stage of recovery, featuring returning guest Corey and new guest Aaliyah. The episode emphasizes that "we are as sick as our secrets" and that bringing those secrets to light is the first step toward healing.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 15 focuses on the homelessness crisis in Santa Clarita and the critical importance of community partnerships in saving lives from overdoses. The episode features Nicole, the shelter manager for Bridge to Home, who discusses the organization's mission and its collaboration with Action Drug Rehab.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 13 continues the podcast's mission of discussing the "skeletons in the closet" and difficult topics surrounding addiction and mental health. Cary, who celebrated 45 years of sobriety on Christmas Eve, is joined by returning guest Jamie and new guests Matthew and Clint.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 11 features a raw discussion with three young guests—Denim, McKenzie, and Andrew—about the current drug landscape, the reality of "pressed" pills, and the hidden dangers of modern THC.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 9 features a "very different" discussion focused on boxing as a tool for recovery, discipline, and purpose. The central guest is Fernando Guerrero, a former national champion and professional boxer who now runs Guerrero Boxing in Santa Clarita, where he mentors local youth to keep them out of trouble.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".

Rabbi Mendy provides a unique philosophical perspective, suggesting that an addict is often the most sensitive and spiritual person in the roomSupported 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 5, hosted by Cary Quashen, continues its mission of uncovering the "secrets and skeletons in the closet" regarding addiction and mental health. Carrie, who celebrated 45 years (16,451 days) of sobriety on Christmas Eve, notes a staggering shift in statistics, stating that while addiction used to affect one in six Americans, current numbers suggest nearly one-third of the population will face an alcohol or drug problem in their lifetime.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 3, hosted by Cary Quashen, features a discussion focused on the intersection of education, law enforcement, and parenting. Carrie is joined by two prominent community figures: Dr. Mike Vera, the Superintendent of the William S. Hart Union High School District, and Robbie Robinson, an Intervention Specialist for the Sheriff’s Department.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 1, hosted by Cary Quashen, was released on December 3, 2025, and features a deep dive into the modern drug crisis, specifically the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills,. Carrie, who has been in treatment for over 40 years and clean for nearly 45, introduces the show (formerly called "The Real Deal") as a platform to discuss the harsh realities of addiction and mental health. He is joined by guests Jaime Puerta, an advocate who lost his son to a fake pill, and Nicole Gray, who shares her journey of 112 days of sobriety.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".