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Crosstalk Podcasts is the inspiring safe space to find out how people live happily, free from addiction. There aren’t many places to go where people transparently share what’s going on inside. You’ll learn all about an individuals journey from childhood to present, and how addictions can create a devastating path. CROSSTALK’S guests will take you from their “bottom” to the steps they took to get it together and live a more happy and purposeful life.

  1. 1d ago

    I Thought Getting Sober Was the Hard Part… I Was Wrong | Jamie Hindlin

    Sobriety wasn't the end of Jamie Hindlin's story. It was the beginning of her greatest challenges. In this deeply honest episode of Crosstalk Podcast, Jamie shares how addiction recovery gave her the strength to survive unimaginable loss, including the death of her father, pregnancy loss, postpartum heart failure, trauma, and the journey to rebuilding her life through healing. This conversation explores addiction recovery, mental health, trauma, grief, motherhood, resilience, self-care, and why sobriety became Jamie's greatest superpower. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or navigating life's hardest moments, this episode offers hope, perspective, and practical wisdom that reminds us healing is possible. If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to Crosstalk Podcast, like the video, and share it with someone who needs to hear that they're not alone. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: https://crosstalkofficial.com/episode/i-thought-getting-sober-was-the-hard-part-then-life-tested-me-in-every-possible-way Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here

    I Thought Getting Sober Was the Hard Part… I Was Wrong | Jamie Hindlin
  2. Jul 16

    From HIV, Addiction & Shame to 30 Years Sober | Tom McDermitt

    What happens when you're told you have just two years to live? In this powerful episode of Crosstalk Podcast, Tom McDermitt shares his remarkable journey from childhood bullying and struggling with his identity to addiction, an HIV diagnosis, crystal meth dependency, and ultimately finding hope through recovery. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how dark life becomes, healing and purpose are possible. Tom opens up about the AIDS epidemic, internalized shame, hitting rock bottom, Alcoholics Anonymous, the mentors who changed his life, and how he now helps others overcome addiction at Caron Treatment Centers. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply looking for an inspiring story of resilience, this conversation offers hope, honesty, and practical wisdom. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: https://crosstalkofficial.com/episode/from-an-hiv-diagnosis-to-30-years-sober-tom-mcdermitts-story-of-hope-recovery-and-purpose Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here

    From HIV, Addiction & Shame to 30 Years Sober | Tom  McDermitt
  3. Jul 9

    He Lost Everything to Heroin. Now He's Changing Lives.

    Justin Garland opens up about his powerful journey from heroin addiction, isolation, and rock bottom to long term recovery and creating The Maze, New York City's alcohol free members club. In this deeply honest conversation, he shares how addiction took over his life, the family intervention that saved him, and why true recovery is about connection not just sobriety. From childhood struggles and substance abuse to rehab, recovery, and finding purpose, this episode explores the realities of addiction, healing, mental health, community, and what it really takes to build a meaningful life after recovery. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for an inspiring story of transformation, this conversation offers hope, honesty, and practical insight. If this episode encouraged you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us inspire more people on their recovery journey. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: https://crosstalkofficial.com/episode/from-heroin-addiction-to-building-the-maze-justin-garlands-journey-to-recovery-and-connection Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here

    He Lost Everything to Heroin. Now He's Changing Lives.
  4. Jun 11

    From Addiction to Purpose: How Recovery Helped Us Rebuild Our Lives | Brad & Yasmin's Story

    What happens when addiction strips away the life you've built and forces you to confront who you really are? In this powerful episode of Crosstalk Podcast, Brad and Yasmin share their deeply personal journeys through addiction, treatment, trauma, and recovery. From DUIs, fake IDs, and destructive relationships to finding healing, purpose, and becoming leaders in the recovery space, their stories offer hope to anyone struggling with substance use or supporting a loved one through it. overy, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation sheds light on the realities of addictio Whether you're exploring sobriety, navigating early recovery, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation sheds light on the realities of addiction, emotional growth, accountability, and what it truly takes to build a meaningful life after rock bottom. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: crosstalkofficial.com/episode/from-rock-bottom-to-purpose-how-brad-and-yasmin-rebuilt-their-lives-through-recovery Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here

    From Addiction to Purpose: How Recovery Helped Us Rebuild Our Lives | Brad & Yasmin's Story
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Crosstalk Podcasts is the inspiring safe space to find out how people live happily, free from addiction. There aren’t many places to go where people transparently share what’s going on inside. You’ll learn all about an individuals journey from childhood to present, and how addictions can create a devastating path. CROSSTALK’S guests will take you from their “bottom” to the steps they took to get it together and live a more happy and purposeful life.

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