The Way Out | A Sobriety and Recovery Podcast

Hosted by Charlie and Jason
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The Way Out Podcast delivers sobriety power topics and powerful recovery stories to inform and inspire your recovery! Join hosts Charlie and Jason, along with remarkable guests, as we recover out loud and celebrate ALL pathways to recovery through real, insightful conversations.

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    Recovery Means Healing the Inner Child with David Deane Haskell | Episode 509

    Learn more about David Dean Haskell - https://www.daviddeanehaskell.com/   CODA Book - https://coda.org/purchase/ Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendations: AA Big Book - https://www.aa.org/the-big-book Best piece of Recovery advice: Song that symbolizes Recovery to David - Rise by Calum Scott- https://youtu.be/EaCHGqyD45E?si=reOEYxfS4PZG6lje Summary In this episode, David Deane Haskell shares his journeythrough addiction, recovery, and healing from trauma, emphasizing theimportance of inner child work, spiritual growth, and community support.Discover insights into overcoming codependency, mental health challenges, andfinding peace of mind. In this episode, David Deane Haskell shares his journeythrough recovery, exploring the impact of honesty, community, and spiritualpractices. He discusses his work with Coda, the importance of relationships,and his new book 'Wounded Angels,' offering valuable lessons for those on therecovery path. Key Topics Addiction and recovery journeyImpact of childhood trauma and lossInner child work and healingRole of spirituality and higher powerImportance of community and service in recoveryMental health challenges including ADHD and bipolarRelationship with food and substancesSpiritual awakening and letting goFamily of origin and its influenceTools and practices for maintaining sobriety The role of honesty in recoveryHow community supports healingThe impact of spiritual practices on well-beingDavid's experience with Coda and other programsInsights from the book Wounded Angels  Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. ThemeMusic: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed underCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 36m
  2. The Alchemy of Recovery with Elli Rose Cikovic | Episode 508

    Jun 29

    The Alchemy of Recovery with Elli Rose Cikovic | Episode 508

    Contact Elli : cikovicenterprises@gmail.com Recovery literature Recommendations: Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's"Learned" by Lena Dunham - https://a.co/d/0daESHmp Down the Drain by Julia Fox - https://a.co/d/0d95IHEC The Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream by PauloCoelho - https://a.co/d/06F93OjO Best Piece of Recovery Advice: "It's OK to have aproblem! Addiction is not your fault, it's your responsibility!" Song that symbolizes recovery to Elli: Bodies W/Lyrics by Jazmine Sullivan - https://youtu.be/SQ8f3RzhWsk?si=-1bOl28KWhfnU3hq She Talks To Angels by The Black Crowes - https://youtu.be/H58gMiQQRm0?si=eCJv4_dRCqn18IDs Elli's Book- The Diary of a Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alcoholic:Cikovic, Elli Rose: 9798218820817: Amazon.com: Books Summary In this candid conversation, Ellie Rose Sikovic shares herjourney of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction, the spiritual insightsgained along the way, and her plans to serve the recovery community throughwriting and advocacy. Discover how personal trauma, spiritual awakening, andcommunity support can transform lives. In this candid conversation, Elli Roseshares her journey of sobriety, the challenges of addiction, and thetransformative power of self-awareness and discipline. Discover insights on quittingweed, the importance of routines, and the role of music and literature inrecovery. Key Topics Recovery from addiction and trauma Spiritual awakening and its role in sobriety Serving the recovery community through writing and advocacyQuitting weed and alcohol The importance of routines in recovery The impact of music and literature on healing   Find Your People by Drew Holcomb -https://youtu.be/yDVl3WHoymI?si=Slj2JH1CxL7Ax7if Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed under CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 31m
  3. Recovery Means Doing The Next Right Thing with Burk Jackson | Episode 507

    Jun 22

    Recovery Means Doing The Next Right Thing with Burk Jackson | Episode 507

    Burk Jackson Person in long term recovery and founder of TheRecovery Bridge App. https://recoverybridge.app/ Remove say that again, clean up beginning of main intro Summary Burke Jackson shares his inspiring journey through addictionand recovery, highlighting the importance of connection, the role ofspirituality, and the innovative Recovery Bridge app designed to support thosein recovery. In this inspiring interview, Burke Jackson shares his journey ofrecovery, the importance of connection, and how his innovative Recovery Bridgeapp is lowering barriers to access support. Discover practical insights,personal stories, and resources to enhance your recovery path. Key topics The role of connection in recoveryBurke Jackson's personal journey and milestonesDevelopment and impact of the Recovery Bridge app The role of connection in recoveryHow Recovery Bridge facilitates supportPersonal stories of sobriety and resilience  Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: Twelve Stepsand Twelve Traditions Book - https://www.aa.org/twelve-steps-twelve-traditions   Best piece of Recovery advice: We don't have to do it alone   Find Your People by Drew Holcomb - https://youtu.be/yDVl3WHoymI?si=Slj2JH1CxL7Ax7if Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist”availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. ThemeMusic: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠)licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 44m
  4. So Much More Than a "Wine Girlie" with Rachel Sereni | Episode 506

    Jun 15

    So Much More Than a "Wine Girlie" with Rachel Sereni | Episode 506

    Reach out to Rachel: linktr.ee/realtalkwithrachie Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: The Let ThemTheory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About byMel Robbins & Sawyer Robbins Best pieces of Recovery Advice: Practice Discipline and Establish Non-Negotiables Song that symbolizes Recovery to Rachel: Juicy by TheNotorious B.I.G. - https://youtu.be/_JZom_gVfuw Summary Rachel Sereni shares her inspiring journey of recovery fromaddiction, the challenges she faced, and the strategies that helped her rebuildher life. This episode offers valuable insights into mental health, sobriety,and the power of community. Key topics Rachel's early substance use and childhood trauma The importance of community and support in recovery Mental health challenges including ADHD and grief Strategies for maintaining sobriety and building a new life The role of routine, discipline, and self-care in recovery   Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 19m
  5. The Rise of a Soul Soldier with Lindsay Taylor | Episode 505

    Jun 8

    The Rise of a Soul Soldier with Lindsay Taylor | Episode 505

    Contact Lindsay:lindsay@soulsoldierspeaks.com Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: A GraceDisguised Revised and Expanded: How the Soul Grows through Loss - https://a.co/d/05Ivg6m8 Best piece of Recovery advice: "We don't fight forvictory, we fight from victory." Song that symbolizes recovery: 21 Years by TobyMac - https://youtu.be/eSV-pRGbg4k?si=feiibeDmFQZfGTeH Resources: exvictoria.com Chris Herren Speaking on His Addiction Recovery Story |PeaceLove - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_18V7klRY8 All her books, shows, and podcast are on the website soulsoldier network.com/lindsaytaylor Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠)licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    2h 5m
  6. The Priceless Life the 12 Steps Gave Greg Downs | Episode 504

    Jun 1

    The Priceless Life the 12 Steps Gave Greg Downs | Episode 504

    Greg Downs person in long term recovery, author, andfinancial coach: https://www.cpfinancialcoaching.com/   Recovery Literature (quit-lit) recommendations: Big Book - https://www.aa.org/the-big-book The Power of Now - https://a.co/d/05rjIRA0   Best Piece of Recovery Advice: Practice the principles inall our affairs   Song that symbolizes Recovery to Greg: Not afraid by Eminem- https://youtu.be/j5-yKhDd64s?si=I2uGhM8VVYCOoEeS   In this episode, Greg Downs — a long-term recovery advocateand financial planner — explores how applying 12-step principles to personalfinance can lead to emotional and financial sobriety. His unique approach isdesigned to help people break free from the cycle of financial stress just asrecovery helps free from addiction. In this episode: Greg’s personal story of addiction, loss, and recovery,including the pivotal jail experience that transformed his life How the emotional patterns of addiction mirror those infinancial struggles — guilt, denial, avoidance The concept of "financial sobriety" — using12-step tools to manage money with integrity and purpose The parallels between relapse in addiction and financialrelapse — how stress and emotion can trigger old patterns Practical steps: admitting control issues, making inventory,restoring trust, aligning spending with values How community, connection, and service reinforce recoveryand financial health The process of writing a book that applies 12-step recoveryprinciples to personal finance, and its potential impact Notable quote: “The opposite of addiction isn’t sobriety —it’s connection.” This episode challenges us to reframe our relationship withmoney through the lens of recovery, emphasizing emotional honesty, community,and purpose as essential to lasting change.   Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠)licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 36m
  7. Tara Peterson Voices Her Victories | Episode 503

    May 25

    Tara Peterson Voices Her Victories | Episode 503

    Contact: tara@voicestovictories.com Book recommendation: The Bible Best advice: "There is so much hope for you. And if youdon't have hope in yourself yet, there's so many of us that do have hope foryou and don't give up." Song that symbolizes recovery: I’m Not Okay by CitizenSoldier - https://youtu.be/mTtucss80tc?si=zX_roy7eWvPP7p_P Resources: voicestovictories.com   Summary Tara Peterson shares her inspiring journey of recovery fromaddiction, highlighting the importance of faith, community, and self-awarenessin overcoming substance abuse. This episode offers valuable insights into thechallenges of addiction, the power of faith-based programs, and practical stepsfor those seeking sobriety. Tara Peterson shares her transformative recoveryjourney, emphasizing faith, gratitude, and the power of surrender. Discover howspiritual moments, community, and consistent practices can lead to lastingchange and peace.   Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. ThemeMusic: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 55m
  8. How Sobriety Cleared The Way with Mike Glover | Episode 502

    May 18

    How Sobriety Cleared The Way with Mike Glover | Episode 502

    Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: AA Big Book -https://www.aa.org/the-big-book Best pieces of Recovery advice: Shut up listen Stop Lying to yourself Song that symbolizes Recovery to Mike: Not Afraid by Eminem- https://youtu.be/j5-yKhDd64s Summary: This episode delves into the raw truth of recovery as MikeGlover shares his profound journey from addiction on Chicago’s South Side tonearly five years of sobriety. We explore what it really takes to stay sober,the power of peer support, and how confronting fears and risks buildsresilience. Mike’s honest reflections offer a blueprint for anyone navigatingtheir own recovery path or supporting loved ones in that process.   Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!    https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg   (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed underCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

    1h 27m
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