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Step into the riveting and uncharted territory of Lisa Gregory's life as she takes the mic on our podcast, baring her soul in a tale that will leave you utterly spellbound. Prepare to embark on an emotional rollercoaster as Lisa unravels her journey through the treacherous waters of addiction with a sobriety date etched in history, the day her world shifted forever, on the poignant 14th of February, 2022.

Hailing from the vibrant city of Brisbane, Australia, Lisa's story is a mosaic of courage, resilience, and redemption. For 28 long and arduous years, she wrestled with the relentless demons of drug and alcohol addiction, fighting an epic battle against the shadows that threatened to engulf her entirely.

But there's more to Lisa than just her struggles. Amidst the turmoil, love emerged as a guiding beacon in her life. Enter Paul, her steadfast and devoted fiancé, whose unwavering support became the bedrock upon which Lisa built her path to recovery. Together, they're a force to be reckoned with, proving that love can conquer the most unfathomable darkness.

Lisa's journey of transformation is one that transcends her own existence, extending its profound impact on the lives of her loved ones. As a mother to a 19-year-old son, she bravely faced the challenges of parenthood while grappling with her personal demons. And fate had more in store for her, as she embraced the role of a stepmother to Paul's five beautiful boys, forming a remarkable blended family that stands tall against all odds.

In her raw and unfiltered account on our podcast, Lisa will paint a vivid picture of her harrowing lows and the awe-inspiring highs of her battle against addiction. You'll be transported through the darkest nights of her soul, feeling the weight of her struggles, and then lifted by the warmth of hope as she discovers newfound strength within herself. Through tears and laughter, heartache and triumph, Lisa's captivating narrative will leave an indelible mark on your heart. Her story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, proving that even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, one can rise like a phoenix from the ashes and embrace a life beyond imagination.

Get ready to be inspired, moved, and forever changed by Lisa Gregory's extraordinary tale of redemption, love, and the unwavering pursuit of a brighter tomorrow. Tune in to our podcast and witness the power of the human spirit in its most glorious form.

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I am Amy, the mother of an 18 year old son who has struggled with SUD and MH challenges. He is still alive, but the road over the past 4 years is one  that will spin  heads. Every system has failed our family. I understand I cannot want my son to get help more than he does  and  I know  at this point I can let him know I love him and I can ultimately only save myself  from this ugly illness. I authored an article for the School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota, identifying ways in which the systems failed a kid in desperate need of help. It all unraveled when my son was DM'ing with a friend who completed suicide that night. She was 13 years old  and my son turned to substances to not have to feel. Here we are 4 years later, overdose, jail time in GA, joke of probation in MN after breaking repeated laws and violating every rule of  probation and  treatment never ordered through the courts despite 4 letter from  professionals saying this would be the only solution. Son ran from 2 wilderness programs, we have spent over 200,000 to try to get help, reports to child protection, criminal lawyer, education attorney and we are  still stuck. I now intend to advocate for other families and share what I have learned.

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Prepare to be captivated by the electrifying presence of Phillip A. Barbb, a 2x Emmy®-nominated TV Producer, whose journey transcends far beyond the ordinary. As a dynamic performance coach, speaker, and author, he dives headfirst into the realm of emotional intelligence and unyielding leadership, igniting the flames of transformation in executives, entrepreneurs, and creatives alike.

But that's not all; buckle up for an intense rollercoaster ride as we unravel the enigmatic layers of Phillip's world. With a dash of humor and a dose of motivation, he penned the awe-inspiring "All the Reasons I Hate My 28-Year-Old Boss," a business/personal development book that will leave you both laughing and empowered.

As a keynote speaker, Phillip possesses the rare gift of connecting with diverse audiences, from high school & college students to personal development workshops to corporate leaders. Brace yourself as he educates, encourages, and empowers on a myriad of riveting topics, including Leadership Development, Workplace Ageism, Character Building, Peer Pressure, Social Media Influence, and Substance Abuse.

But his passion doesn't stop at the podium. In his spare time, he channels his energy into volunteering with inmates in the Los Angeles County Jail System, extending a lifeline to those grappling with the claws of substance abuse.

So, get ready to be swept away by the magnetic force of Phillip A. Barbb, a true force to be reckoned with in the world of dynamic leadership, personal growth, and unwavering compassion. Tune in and let his words ignite the spark of transformation within you.

For more details, visit www.PhillipBarbb.com

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From a small town in Southeast Missouri, Jen Zoë had always been fascinated with horses. Her career with horses, however, did not begin until the age of 30 when she started taking horseback riding lessons. She quickly realized that the traditional way of training horses was archaic - using negative tools to control these majestic animals that have so much to offer humans. So after some in depth research, she found a form of natural horsemanship that put the relationship between horse and human first. It was based on the foundation of all relationships - communication, rapport, respect and trust. She dove right into the deep end to understand everything about horses.

Overnight, outside of her horses, Jen’s life fell like a house of cards. She discovered her ex-husband was going to prison for theft and fraud, leaving her broke and homeless with horses,Despite what common sense and the world told her to do, she decided to attend a personal development seminar. At this event, she had a one on one intervention with Tony Robbins that completely shattered her old belief systems and allowed her to step into the woman she is today. This is where she realized that what Tony does with people, she does with horses. She saw a deeper connection and knew that the two worlds had to be brought together.

Over the past 19  years, Jen has tirelessly studied not just horses, but communication, human behavior, trust, relationships and personal development in order to create these life-changing experiences available at Zenerjen. The experiences Jen and her thousands of clients have experienced are not a fluke. Her brother, who was a former Naval officer and had passed away from a drug overdose, inspired her to deepen her work and serve those who had suffered from trauma, addiction and difficult relationships. Science has proven that horses not only directly reflect human emotions during an interaction, but can help to release mental and emotional traumas that hold us back from our true potential. They allow us to see ourselves in an egoless mirror for self-reflection and personal growth in all areas of our lives. Zenerjen horses, paired with the facilitation of our experts give participants unforgettable life changing experiences that foster confidence, leadership, healing and communication. Zenerjen believes that everyone deserves a positive, life-changing experience with a horse that maintains the dignity of the animal.

She now leads virtual and onsite programs using The Zenerjen Method of Equine Assisted Empowerment to help transform lives through the spirit of the horse. She works with people from all walks of life and all parts of the world, creating breakthroughs with her seminars, training, and retreats.

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Jackie Siegel is best known for her role in the award-winning documentary feature, Queen of Versailles (Magnolia Pictures), which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2012. A little back story: Jackie earned the "Queen" moniker when a decade ago, she and husband, David Siegel, began an extravagant project to build the largest private residence in the U.S.—named Versailles—and the ambitious construction ground to a halt as the '08 recession dented their fortune. The rise and fall of their grand ambitions were captured in the critically acclaimed 2012 documentary based on their plans for the 90,000-square-foot behemoth near Orlando, FL. 

In 2016, the Siegel’s world changed forever when their then 18-year-daughter, Victoria, died of a drug overdose. This tragedy has trajected them into a new life purpose: to save lives through drug prevention programs. As a result, the Siegels have created a foundation in Victoria’s memory called Victoria’s Voice. Its purpose is to bring drug prevention education into the schools, offer healthy social media opportunities for young people, and assist first responders in receiving and administering Narcan (Naloxone) to an overdose victim, which has proven to save lives. When Victoria was discovered, she still had a heartbeat. It’s possible she could have been saved if the first responders had been equipped with Narcan.

In 2019, Siegel released a profoundly personal book, “Victoria’s Voice,” compiled from the pages of her late daughter’s journal. The Siegels decided to leave it just as Victoria had left it with drawings, poems, heartfelt feelings of loneliness and sadness. It is a very emotionally-charged read that all need to take heed of. It is a glimpse into the heart of a hurting teen that reveals to parents not uncommon struggles of their children. “If only one life can be saved through our efforts,” says Mrs. Siegel, “it will have been worth all of the time, effort, and money.” Later that year, Siegel also released The Princess of Versailles documentary on the fourth anniversary of Victoria’s passing. The documentary aimed to bring awareness of America’s opioid crisis to another level. In 2020, Siegel published a children's book “Oliver Uncollared” with her twin teen daughters to help kids cope with loss and grief.

Mrs. Siegel continues to schedule a full calendar as a model, actress, and philanthropist, but since Victoria’s loss, more priority is now given to Victoria’s Voice Foundation as she and her husband tirelessly work to bring local communities, state legislatures and even the federal government in agreement to do more about the opioid epidemic and its often tragic results.

The former Mrs. Florida America is also actively involved in the national Mrs. America organization and now many of the beauty queens have become outspoken advocates of Victoria’s Voice and saving lives.

Most recently, Siegel welcomed cameras back into her life and the Versailles mansion with the Discovery+ original series, Queen of Versailles Reigns Again, released in March 2022.

My wife and I live in Raleigh NC. I grew up sheltered in a wealthy suburb, Roslyn, on Long Island. Attended UPenn as an undergrad and BC Law 1980. I left the law after 8 years and went into business. My son, 35, is a MD/PhD practicing medicine in Boston. He and his wife have 2 little ones, a boy and girl, awesome grandkids. My daughter is expecting a boy in July. I had another daughter, Stephanie, who was troubled from the age of 3. Both of my daughters were adopted at birth, 3 days apart. Steph was eventually diagnosed as bipolar and at 17 became a heroin addict. Steph's mom and I had split up a few years prior to that. I became Stephanie's prime supporter for the next 9 years. I wrote my novel The Long Desert Road while Stephanie was excelling, had a good job, was sober and for the first time felt really good about herself. I had such high hopes, and my novel is uplifting. One of the book's 3 central characters, Lauren, was fashioned after my experiences with Stephanie. Steph even helped me with some of the young dialogue. I completed the novel sometime before the outbreak of Covid. Stephanie died of an overdose on Oct. 2, 2020, during the isolation of the pandemic. It was horribly surreal when my novel was released 3 months later in January 2021.

https://www.amazon.com/Long-Desert-Road-Alex-Sirotkin-ebook/dp/B08VW3XFY4/

Christy is the mother of a 27-year-old 4 year recovering addict – her son.  She and her daughter share their story to give hope, share their experience with addiction and end the stigma associated with addiction.