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AR-The Other side of Addiction, Salt Lake City, UT (2026)

02/28/2026

Choosing Recovery & Life Hardships With Raven Writing-Bird. Monday on AR-The Other Side of Addiction Podcast.
Raven Writing Bird
Is an enrolled member of the Chippewa Cree Tribe and proud to be Cree. She’s a single mother of four and a CNA. Raven has over six years into recovery from crystal m**h, choosing recovery is the greatest decision she ever made.
Raven survived addiction, toxic and abusive relationships, incarceration, and profound loss. While in recovery, she lost my dad, mom, best friend, and brother, yet she remained committed to her sobriety through it all. Those experiences did not break me; they strengthened my resilience and gave my life deeper purpose.
Raven shares her story in hopes that it can help someone who is struggling. I want others to know that their mistakes do not define them, healing is possible, and there is light at the end of the tunnel. One day, she hopes to become a mentor to those battling addiction and life’s hardships, showing them that recovery is worth fighting for.

02/23/2026

Ep #376 After The Storm with Amber Rabold

This Episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoadademy.com

Getting sober isn’t the finish line.
It’s the doorway.

In this episode of The Other Side of Addiction, Amber Rabold shares what life really looks like after the chaos quiets down. Six years sober. A full-time mother. A life coach. A woman still learning, still falling, still rising.

We talked about som**hing that doesn’t get enough attention:

The further you get into sobriety… the less it’s about the addiction.

It becomes about:
• Emotional regulation
• Humility
• Responsibility
• New levels of growth
• And learning how to face life without numbing it

Amber openly shares how she’s stumbled, how those falls built humility, and how every season unlocks a new level of awareness.

Because storms don’t stop coming.
But neither does growth.

Sobriety isn’t about perfection.
It’s about learning how to stand when the next storm hits.

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02/21/2026

"AFTER THE STORM" With Amber Rabold Monday on AR-The Other side of Addiction

“Everyone celebrates the moment someone gets sober. The one-year chip. The clean date. The comeback story.

But what happens after the storm?

What happens when the chaos quiets down and life is still… life?

In this episode, Amber Rabold — six years sober, full-time mom, life coach — shares the truth most people don’t talk about. The further you get into sobriety, the less it’s about addiction… and the more it’s about mastering your emotions, facing your triggers, unlocking new levels, and staying humble when you fall.

Because storms don’t end when we get clean. They just change form.

Sobriety isn’t the finish line.
It’s the training ground.

And this episode?
This one is about how to stand after the storm.”

🎙 Episode: AFTER THE STORM

02/18/2026

Ep #376 Representation Matters with Evan Done

This episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY/emergoacademy.com

There’s a big difference between someone who talks about recovery… and someone who has lived it, fought for it, and stood at the Capitol advocating for it.

For years, Evan Done has been in the trenches — not just attending meetings, not just offering opinions — but actively working at our State Capitol to push for better policies, better access, and better pathways for people battling addiction and homelessness.

And here’s what people need to understand:

Most individuals struggling with addiction want help.
They’re not asking for a free ride.
They’re asking for a clear road.

But the system can be confusing.
Resources are scattered.
Recovery centers aren’t always aligned.
And too often, policies are written by people who have never sat across from someone shaking through withdrawal or sleeping in their car wondering how they got there.

That’s why representation matters.

When someone who understands trauma, stigma, barriers to treatment, and the reality of homelessness has a seat at the table — policies change. Conversations change. Outcomes change.

Evan doesn’t see “addicts.”
He sees human beings.
He sees potential.
He sees families who just need a bridge back to stability.

Voting for someone like Evan isn’t about politics.

It’s about putting someone in office who understands that recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all… and that real change requires compassion, accountability, and smarter systems.

For the recovery community — for the families — for the ones still suffering in silence —

Having someone like Evan in that seat would be HUGE.

Because when the right representative is in the room…
hope finally has a voice.

Website: https://www.evandone.com/
Email: evan@evandone.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voteevandone
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voteevandone/

Evan Done (he/him/his - why pronouns?)
Advocacy & Public Policy Director

O: (385) 210-0320 x110 | M: (801) 215-9285
180 East 2100 South, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Book an appointment with me.

www.utahrecovers.org

02/17/2026

There’s a big difference between someone who talks about recovery… and someone who has lived it, fought for it, and stood at the Capitol advocating for it.

For years, Evan Done has been in the trenches — not just attending meetings, not just offering opinions — but actively working at our State Capitol to push for better policies, better access, and better pathways for people battling addiction and homelessness.

And here’s what people need to understand:

Most individuals struggling with addiction want help.
They’re not asking for a free ride.
They’re asking for a clear road.

But the system can be confusing.
Resources are scattered.
Recovery centers aren’t always aligned.
And too often, policies are written by people who have never sat across from someone shaking through withdrawal or sleeping in their car wondering how they got there.

Special Episode Wednesday on AR-The Other Side of Addiction With Evan Done... Representation Matters

When someone who understands trauma, stigma, barriers to treatment, and the reality of homelessness has a seat at the table — policies change. Conversations change. Outcomes change.

Evan doesn’t see “addicts.”
He sees human beings.
He sees potential.
He sees families who just need a bridge back to stability.

Voting for someone like Evan isn’t about politics.

It’s about putting someone in office who understands that recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all… and that real change requires compassion, accountability, and smarter systems.

For the recovery community — for the families — for the ones still suffering in silence —

Having someone like Evan in that seat would be HUGE.

Because when the right representative is in the room…
hope finally has a voice.

Website: https://www.evandone.com/
Email: evan@evandone.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voteevandone
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voteevandone/

Evan Done (he/him/his - why pronouns?)
Advocacy & Public Policy Director

O: (385) 210-0320 x110 | M: (801) 215-9285
180 East 2100 South, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Book an appointment with me.

www.utahrecovers.org

02/16/2026

Ep #375 The Journey Towards Healing with Brekelle Bott

This episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoacademy.com

Some journeys don’t begin with strength.
They begin with heartbreak.

In this episode, I sat down with Brekelle Bott — and what unfolded was a conversation about grief, vulnerability, and the kind of love that stretches beyond ourselves.

We talked about losing her father at 18. About the kind of grief that doesn’t clock out. About how love never ends — it just changes form. Grief doesn’t mean we stop loving someone. It means the love is still there… with nowhere to land.

And grief shows up differently for all of us.
Sometimes it’s tears.
Sometimes it’s anger.
Sometimes it’s numbing.

But healing begins the moment we’re honest about what we’re carrying.

One of the most powerful things Brekelle said was this:

“It’s okay to borrow love until you can find it.”

Let that sit for a minute.

When we can’t love ourselves…
When shame is louder than hope…
When we don’t feel strong…

We can borrow love from someone who sees our worth before we do.

That’s what vulnerability allows.
It creates connection.
And connection creates healing.

We also talked about som**hing that’s come up again and again on this show — gratitude for the struggle. Not because the pain was easy… but because it shaped strength, perspective, and depth that comfort never could.

Brekelle’s story reminds us:

• Love doesn’t die when someone does.
• Grief is evidence of connection.
• Strength is built in honesty.
• Vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s courage.
• And healing is not a destination… it’s a decision.

02/15/2026

Monday on AR-The Other side of Addiction Podcast. My guest Brekelle Bott and I speak on The Journey Towards Healing. Her message is one of Hope, Gratitude & Resilience. Because even in the hardest moments beauty and light can still bloom.

I’m Brekelle Bott, 22 years old, born and raised in Payson, Utah. I grew up in a loving home with an amazing family, and even though my parents divorced when I was young and I spent much of my childhood in and out of hospitals, I learned early what strength, faith, and perseverance truly mean. At 18, I lost my dad to COVID—a loss that changed my world in an instant. In the pain that followed, I turned to drinking to cope, but at 20 I entered treatment at Wasatch Recovery and began the journey toward real healing. Today, I see myself as recovered—not defined by my past, but strengthened by it—and I strive every day to grow, stay authentic, and live fully without ever looking back.

Most recently, I made the incredibly hard but beautiful decision to place my baby for adoption. Through my open adoption, I’ve discovered a love that stretches beyond myself, connecting families and hearts in ways I never imagined. I share my story because I want people to know that healing starts with honesty, redemption is always possible, and life can still be full of purpose, grace, and love even when it takes unexpected turns.

02/09/2026

Ep #374 Empathy To Address Denial with Amber Hollingsworth

This Episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoacademy.com

Denial is often misunderstood in addiction.
It’s not always manipulation — sometimes it’s a defense mechanism protecting deep fear and shame.
In this episode, I sat down with Amber Hollingsworth, who shared why empathy — not emotional reactions — is the key to breaking through denial and rebuilding connection.

As spouses, anger shows up.
As parents, fear takes over.
But emotional choices often create more distance, not recovery.

Empathy doesn’t mean enabling.
It means responding with intention, setting healthy boundaries, and staying connected without losing yourself.

If you’re loving someone through addiction, this conversation offers clarity, tools, and hope — without judgment.

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT8PE1v0xFR9zLXOijxM6hg
IG : https://www.instagram.com/puttheshoveldown/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/addictionrecoveryhope
Website: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/

02/07/2026

Monday on AR-The Other side of Addiction

EMPATHY TO ADDRESS DENIAL With Amber Hollingsworth

Amber Hollingsworth is a master addiction counselor, founder of Hope For Families Recovery Center, and creator of the YouTube channel Put The Shovel Down. With over two decades of experience, she’s helped thousands of families navigate addiction recovery using innovative, relationship-focused strategies like the Invisible Intervention. Known for her relatable, no-nonsense approach, Amber empowers families to outsmart addiction, set healthy boundaries, and rebuild trust. Her expertise and compassionate style make her a sought-after podcast guest, offering practical advice and hope to families facing the challenges of addiction.

Denial can look like stubbornness…
But often, it’s fear wearing armor.

In this conversation with Amber Hollingsworth, we unpacked why denial is often a defense mechanism — and how reacting with anger or fear can unintentionally push our loved ones further away.

As a spouse, anger shows up.
As a parent, fear takes over.
And both are completely human.

But empathy — paired with boundaries — creates safety, honesty, and the possibility of real change.

This episode is for anyone loving someone through addiction and wondering:
“How do I help without losing myself?”

You’re not alone. And there is a better way forward.

02/02/2026

Ep #373 Proud of Every Step

This episode is Sponsored By EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoacademy.com

Proud of Every Step reminds us that growth doesn’t start with perfection—it starts with grace. Grace before growth. Because when the road gets heavy and someone stumbles, we don’t have to brand that moment as a failure. Nate reframes it as a pause—a moment to stop, reflect, and listen to what’s really happening beneath the surface. A pause asks better questions: What emotion was I feeling? What belief showed up? What part of me needed attention? Deep self-doubt lives in those moments, and so does opportunity. When we learn to look in the mirror—not through shame, but through honesty—we begin to see what others already see: a man still standing, still learning, still worthy. Progress isn’t erased by a pause; it’s informed by it. Every step forward, every pause along the way, is shaping the man you’re becoming. Because growth isn’t linear, healing isn’t clean, and every man—right where he is—has a story worth sharing.
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02/01/2026

Monday on AR-The Other side of Addiction... PROUD OF EVERY STEP with Nate Nathan Shepardson

Proud of Every Step reminds us that growth doesn’t start with perfection—it starts with grace. Grace before growth. Because when the road gets heavy and someone stumbles, we don’t have to brand that moment as a failure. Nate reframes it as a pause—a moment to stop, reflect, and listen to what’s really happening beneath the surface. A pause asks better questions: What emotion was I feeling? What belief showed up? What part of me needed attention? Deep self-doubt lives in those moments, and so does opportunity. When we learn to look in the mirror—not through shame, but through honesty—we begin to see what others already see: a man still standing, still learning, still worthy. Progress isn’t erased by a pause; it’s informed by it. Every step forward, every pause along the way, is shaping the man you’re becoming. Because growth isn’t linear, healing isn’t clean, and every man—right where he is—has a story worth sharing.
Nate spent 14 years earning a degree in robotics and automation—and he’s proud of every step. He’s the founder of Black Sheep Detailing, co-founder of Manalizing, a men’s group changing lives, and a trained life and professional coach. A husband and father of four, his work spans construction, manufacturing, sales, and continuous improvement. Having faced—and continuing to overcome—anxiety, depression, and deep self-doubt, he’s driven by one mission: improving people, processes, and profits at the intersection of people, action, and impact.
BE SURE TO CHECK OUT Manalizing.com

01/26/2026

Ep #372 Your Trials Did Not Come To Punish You, But To Awaken You with Todd Sylvester.

This episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY/emergoacademy.com

What if the darkest moments of your life weren’t setbacks—but invitations?

In this episode, Todd Sylvester and I dive into the truth most people miss: adversity isn’t here to punish you—it’s here to wake you up. We talk about how pain often becomes the doorway to purpose, how every struggle carries a lesson, and why the “message in the mirror” is the one we can’t afford to ignore.

We unpack the lies we tell ourselves—that we’re not good enough, not ready, not capable—and replace them with som**hing far more powerful: choice. Because no matter the circumstance, we always have the ability to decide who we become next.

As Todd reminds us, adversity isn’t the end of the story—it’s the awakening to our greatness.

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