The Addiction Podcast-Point of No Return

Join us as Tara Peterson shares her powerful journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting the importance of understanding underlying causes, developing resilience, and embracing faith in recovery.Main Topics Covered:Tara’s personal story of substance abuse, starting at age 17 with cocaine and crack addictionHow addiction initially serves as a solution to underlying mental health issuesThe significance of addressing trauma and mental health in recoveryThe role of self-awareness, strengths, and positive focus in healingHow gratitude and faith became her key tools for staying soberThe struggle and decision to leave an unsupportive relationship for recoveryThe process of writing her memoir, Voices to Victories, as a step toward healingThe impact of addiction on career, family, and personal developmentInsights into the physical, mental, and spiritual challenges of overcoming substance dependenceTimestamps:(0:03) - Introduction to Tara’s personal story and podcast purpose(0:43) - Understanding the roots of Tara’s addiction and the importance of addressing underlying issues(1:41) - How cocaine and crack addiction developed during her youth(4:41) - The influence of ADHD and the challenges of addiction(7:31) - The pivotal moment that led Tara to seek help(8:01) - How denial and resistance delayed her recovery process(10:50) - The importance of counseling and shifting perspectives for healing(12:00) - The power of focusing on strengths and self-compassion(13:48) - Practical tools Tara uses daily to maintain sobriety, including faith and gratitude(16:09) - Personal relationships and the tough decisions made for recovery(18:26) - Current life, career, and her journey as a writer(20:13) - The healing power of writing her memoir and sharing her story#VoicesToVictories #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthMatters #SoberLiving #FaithAndHealing#AddictionRecovery #SobrietyJourney #TaraPeterson #VoicesToVictories #RecoveryStory #SubstanceAbuseRecovery #CocaineAddiction #CrackAddiction #TraumaAndRecovery #MentalHealthAndAddiction #FaithInRecovery #GratitudeInRecovery #Resilience #SelfAwareness #HealingFromTrauma #WomenInRecovery #OvercomingAddiction #RecoveryIsPossible #SpiritualRecovery #PersonalTransformation #AddictionPodcast #RecoveryPodcast #SoberLife #BreakingFreeFromAddiction #HopeInRecovery

Leah Shepherd, the powerhouse Executive Director of Victoria's Voice Foundation, is joining us. Her organization is on the front lines, dedicated to saving lives through drug-prevention education and overdose awareness. Under Leah's leadership, Victoria's Voice has positively impacted over ONE MILLION students, families, and community members nationwide. She spearheaded National Naloxone Awareness Day and is relentless in her fight for expanded access to this life-saving overdose reversal medication. Want to know what it really takes to protect our kids and turn the tide on the substance-use crisis? Listen now! HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Amy Newman is a mother, entrepreneur, and recovery advocate who built her life's mission out of her own journey through addiction and long-term sobriety. After years of silently struggling and trying to hold everything together on the outside, Amy reached a turning point that changed the course of her life. Choosing to come forward, tell the truth, and ask for help marked the beginning of her transformation and ultimately the start of her calling to help others do the same. Now 22 years sober, Amy has spent more than two decades guiding individuals and families through some of their hardest moments. She worked for more than 12 years inside a residential rehabilitation center, where she supported hundreds of people as they fought their way back to stability, hope, and purpose. Her understanding of addiction comes from both her professional background and her own lived experience, which allows her to connect with people who are in crisis and help them feel understood rather than judged. Today, Amy continues that mission through Newman Interventions and Recovery Solutions alongside her husband, Bobby Newman. Together, they work directly with families who feel overwhelmed, scared, and unsure of where to turn. Their approach is based on compassion, structure, and practical recovery tools that help families create real progress and lasting change. Amy also co-created the Sober Support App, a daily resource that helps individuals stay accountable, connected, and focused on their recovery. Whether she is guiding a parent who is desperate to help their child, supporting someone who is newly sober, or giving direction to a family in crisis, Amy's purpose remains the same. She brings people hope, clarity, and a clear path forward, even when life feels impossible. Check out the Sober Support App HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Dr. Robert Beltran isn't just a doctor—he's a man who healed himself to heal others.A highly respected triple board-certified surgeon and pharmacist ($MD, PharmD, FACS$), Dr. Beltran had a decades-long career as an ENT and cosmetic surgeon, giving him a rare, deep understanding of the human body, from biochemistry to the operating room.His life and career changed in 2014 when a severe accident left him battling chronic pain, cognitive fog, and depression. What traditional medicine couldn't fix, a colleague's suggestion of herbal treatments miraculously did—sparking a rapid turnaround that helped him safely overcome his dependency on prescription pain medication, including oxycodone.This life-altering personal recovery ignited a new mission. Dr. Beltran dedicated the next decade to merging his clinical and scientific background with the power of nature. Today, as CEO and Chief Formulator of recomnd Nutrition, he applies his surgical precision and pharmacy knowledge to create science-backed, plant-based solutions for physical and cognitive vitality.Join us to hear this inspiring story of resilience and reinvention. Dr. Beltran will share how he challenges conventional thinking on recovery, helping people reclaim their well-being without relying on harsh side effects or stimulants. HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Dr. Tony Dice, CEO of Bishop & Dice Defense LLC, empowers veterans, law enforcement, and first responders to overcome trauma and reclaim their lives. As a Navy SEAL, therapist, paramedic, and firefighter, he's lived at the extremes of chaos and control—from overseas deployments to firefighting, from decorated service to deep meth addiction. His rock-bottom moment came when the pull of meth nearly prevented him from saving his young son during a public health crisis—a crisis that forced him to confront the war within. Emerging from addiction, Tony built a life rooted in truth, accountability, and recovery, creating the Holistic Change Model, a non-drug, evidence-informed approach that blends clinical insight with 12-step principles. His memoir, After the Trident, shares how this model helps heal the "invisible wounds" of those who serve, offering practical guidance for sustainable recovery and long-term life transformation. On this episode, Tony shares raw, authentic insights from his journey, exploring the roots of compulsive behavior, the challenges faced by heroes trained "not to quit," and the strategies that turned a life of chaos into one of integrity and service. For anyone seeking hope, practical tools, and inspiration, this is an interview not to be missed. HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Beth McDonough lost her career, her reputation, and her freedom. After two DUIs and being exposed by her own news station, this former television personality hit rock bottom. But that's not where her story ends. In this powerful episode, Beth shares the raw, honest truth from her new memoir, Standby. Learn exactly how she faced down addiction and completely rebuilt her life. Get her personal, proven advice on how to raise yourself up from your own moments of desperation and loss. This isn't just a story of survival—it's a masterclass in resilience. You can't afford to miss it. HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

For years, Sarah Hornbuckle lived through the hidden struggles of addiction and domestic violence. Then, in 2016, she found her way into recovery and never looked back. Now, as a certified Peer Support Specialist and a leader at the Hornbuckle Foundation, she's dedicated to lighting a fire for recovery in others. The Hornbuckle Foundation has awarded over 580 sober living scholarships, helping people find stability and hope. In this powerful interview, Sarah shares her personal journey—from a series of toxic relationships to finding her biological family and discovering a legacy of recovery in her bloodline. Join us as she discusses why middle-class suburbs are often a silent epicenter of addiction, why traditional 9-to-5 jobs can be a barrier for people in recovery, and how community solutions can heal families broken by substance abuse. HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/