AJ shares how he went from gang life, prison, and heavy drug use to four years of sobriety and a mission to save lives. Growing up in a violent, addiction-fueled environment in California, AJ followed a path that led to meth, opioids, incarceration, and a terrifying moment when he thought his life would end in a shootout with police. But a moment of clarity—and the voice of his 12-year-old son asking him to “work on your problem”—changed everything.

Now, AJ is boots-on-the-ground equipping communities across the U.S. with the tools to prevent overdose deaths. Through End Overdose, he helps train everyday people to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose, administer naloxone (Narcan), and act with confidence in life-or-death situations. Because sometimes saving a life starts with being prepared.

On This Episode:

• From gang life and prison to purpose-driven recovery

• Surviving addiction and an intentional overdose

• The scariest moment that forced him to face reality

• How his son became the reason he chose treatment

• What naloxone (Narcan) is and how it saves lives

• How YOU can get free overdose prevention training

• Why everyone—not just addicts—should carry naloxone

Connect with End Overdose:

🌐 endoverdose.net

📱 Instagram: @end.overdose

Connect with us:

📲 Socials: @RecoveryVow

🌎 Website: recoveryvow.com

📧 Email: [email protected]

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