A woman shares her struggle with addiction and homelessness and how she was able to turn it around.
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Jul 2025
Episode 21 Legal Rights and Advocacy for Former Offenders Rebuilding Lives Podcast
Overcoming the Odds Imagine this: a former addict, once trapped in the devastating cycle of substance abuse, incarceration, and societal stigma, now walks into a courtroom—not as a defendant, but as a dedicated paralegal committed to helping others rebuild their lives. This indiv ... Show More
18m 56s
Apr 2024
The Epiphany of An Addict ft. Laura Clery
In this episode, Laura Clery opens up about her past struggles with drug addiction and her journey to sobriety. As an actress, author, and comedian, Laura shares her experiences with substance abuse and the pivotal moment that motivated her to make positive changes in her life. Y ... Show More
10m 38s
Jul 2023
Cheri Garcia: Hustling for Second Chances (And Cornbread) (Pt 1)
Cheri used to be gripped by meth and alcohol. Even during her own struggles with addiction, she helped formerly incarcerated Americans get jobs. Today, Cheri’s been sober for 4.5 years and her second chance staffing agency Cornbread Hustle hired more than 1,000 returning citizens ... Show More
42m 7s
Jul 2024
Rising From Rock Bottom: David Manheim On Addiction, Recovery, Loss & Dopey
David Manheim is the creator of the Dopey Podcast and a central figure in This American Life’s episode on addiction. This conversation explores the intersection of addiction, recovery, and David’s unconventional approach to healing, which emphasizes raw storytelling and humor. We ... Show More
1h 53m