Knockin‘ Doorz Down

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is a licensed therapist, AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist, and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. She has degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute of Family Therapy.

In her NEW book, It’s Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss, Edy Nathan examines the emotional and devastating impact of loss and trauma. It identifies the intricacies of the dark and unfamiliar effects on the self. The book illuminates how the brain holds the complex circuitry of grief.  

An insightful conversation on how her own trauma both sexually and mentally leads her to help others with not only anxiety but also sexual traumas and issues. Bringing hope to embracing and real thinking our traumas with a bright sense of humor. This is Edy Nathan in her own words on Knockin' Doorz Down. 

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For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

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Amanda Lyberg is the lead singer of Eva Under Fire.  She shares her story of having her parents both being addicted to heroin. Sadly her father died from his addiction, and her mother has been able to find sobriety. Amanda also speaks on how much of an honor it has been to bring a message of hope in recovery through her music.  

Amanda also discusses the official SNO BABIES soundtrack featuring some of the biggest names in rock music today.  The soundtrack includes two tracks from SIXX: A.M. and includes the Top 10 hit from Country/Rock star Cory Marks (“Outlaws & Outsiders”) and from chart-toppers Bad Wolves (“Sober” – the #1 hit) as well as new music from her band Eva Under Fire, From Ashes to New and Escape The Fate.  The artist royalties of the soundtrack benefit the Global Recovery Initiatives. 

An insightful first-hand account of addiction, hope in recovery, and a bright sense of humor. This is Amanda Lyberg in her own words on Knockin' Doorz Down. 

For more on Eva Under Fire,  Sno Babies and the Global Recovery Initiatives 

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For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

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Bridget Smith is the director of the gripping and emotive tale, SNO BABIES. She speaks on how making the film changed her perception of addiction and the hope behind the recovery process. The film depicts the grim realities of addiction and its effects on a middle-class suburban town. Kristen and Hannah are best friends–smart, likable, and college-bound– and also addicted to heroin. The pair of seemingly unlikely addicts spiral down a path of destruction, hiding their secret from well-meaning but busy parents behind pink bedrooms and school uniforms SNO BABIES shows how easy it can be to both miss and hide the signs of addiction behind the façade of “good” neighborhoods and pleasantly busy communities. The film sheds light as well as hope in recovery.  

Bridget also discusses the official SNO BABIES soundtrack features some of the biggest names in rock music today.  The soundtrack will include two tracks from SIXX: A.M. and will include the Top 10 hits from Country/Rock star Cory Marks (“Outlaws & Outsiders”) and from chart-toppers Bad Wolves (“Sober” – the #1 hit) as well as new music from Eva Under Fire, From Ashes to New and Escape The Fate.  The artist royalties of the soundtrack benefit the Global Recovery Initiatives. 

For more on Sno Babies and the Global Recovery Initiatives 

https://www.instagram.com/knockindoorzdown/

https://www.facebook.com/knockingdoorsdown/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

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Flindt Andersen and Darren Redmond of Parents and Addicts in Need. Flindt is the Founder and President of Parents & Addicts in Need (PAIN) and Darren is the Executive Director. Flindt's first experience with drugs was experimenting with alcohol at age 13. This progressed to illegal drugs thru high school and college and later led to his 20 year battle with prescription drugs. He entered the Betty Ford treatment center in 2001. It was at this point where he decided to get clean and sober, stay clean and sober, and live life again. His life experiences led him to found PAIN in 2009, as well as start his speaking career and podcast “Don’t Hide The Scars.” along with Darren cohosting. Flindt speaks across the state at Universities, High Schools, and professional groups giving his personal testimony and addressing the public with information about today’s youth and the prescription drug epidemic. Darren comes from a background of alcoholism, his father was an NYPD officer who Darren helped with his battle with addiction. PAIN is a non-profit organization that specializes in rehabilitation services and support for substance users and their families. Through their extensive community partnerships and resources, we help drug and/or alcohol users get the resources needed to begin and maintain their rehabilitation process. This is Flindt and Darren of Parents & Addicts in Need (PAIN) on Knockin' Doorz Down.

For more on PAIN- Parents, and Addicts In Need 

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For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

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Amanda Webster stood on the ledge of a hotel room balcony in October of 2018. Then a song came on from her favorite band Linkin Park, and at that moment she made a pact to turn her life around for her and her son. Hear her uplifting story of change as she shares how she felt that she never fit in. Early in life, she began self-medicating to deal with experiencing sexual trauma and the loss of both her parents. She opens up & describes how she's taken her past to fuel her future with the passion to inspire others through healthy living, via diet, exercise, and a positive mindset.  This is Amanda Webster in her own words on how she began Knockin' Doorz Down. 

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For Carlos Vieira's autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down  https://www.kddmediacompany.com/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand 

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Morgan Rose, drummer of the hard rock band Sevendust. Hear an uplifting story of change as Morgan shares the beginnings of his substance abuse, insecurities about his drumming skills, and how life on the road away from his children and growing success led him down the rabbit hole of self-medicating. Morgan also opens up about the health scare that could have cost him his life and how he's changed the way he lives and focuses on his mental health. Inspired by living a healthier lifestyle, invigorated by the release of a new Sevendust record, and his solo album, this is Morgan Rose in his own words on how he began Knockin' Doorz Down. 

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For more on the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast and to follow us on social media 

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For Carlos Vieira's autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down  https://www.kddmediacompany.com/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand 

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The inspirational story of Matt Ganem, from being a troubled youth, experimenting with alcohol and drugs at a young age. Hear how Matt was on the verge of death, constant trouble with the law, and losing friends to drug use. Leading Matt to a life of recovery, finding his voice through poetry and music as well as becoming a dedicated father of two. Matt shares his darkest times and how he came through them and is living a purposeful life, helping others achieve sobriety while working closely with local Treatment Centers.

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For more on the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast and to follow us on social media 

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For Carlos Vieira's autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down  https://www.kddmediacompany.com/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand 

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(Disclaimer: Acts of gun violence discussed) Kacey Ruegsegger Johnson shares her story of a shy seventeen-year-old living with her family in Littleton, Colorado. Hear how she found herself at Columbine High School and survived that tragic day on April 20, 1999, when two teenaged gunmen entered the school and initiated a bloodbath that would shock the world and forever scar a nation. She shares how she was able to tell her story and no longer live in fear. Refusing to let this horrific event define her life.

Now, twenty years after the devastation of Columbine, Kacey shares her inspiring story with audiences across the U.S., including marrying the love of her life and having 4 beautiful children. Writing her inspirational and uplighting autobiography and being a true inspiration proving that our greatest adversities can become our great advantages and gift to the world. This is Kacey Ruegsegger Johnson in her own words on Knockin' Doorz Down. 

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For more on the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast and to follow us on social media 

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https://www.facebook.com/knockingdoorsdown/

For Carlos Vieira's autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down  https://www.kddmediacompany.com/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand 

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The Nature Boy Ric Flair. His exploits and stellar career are legendary. Ric gives details left out of his ESPN 30 for 30. He opens up about losing his son Reid to addiction, how it affected his family, and the pain he felt from the loss that led to severe alcohol abuse and his hospitalization. How the love of his wife Wendy saved his life and some stories of the hardships of being a wrestling legend.  This is Ric Flair on Knockin' Doorz Down. 

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For Carlos Vieira's autobiography https://www.kddmediacompany.com/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand 

https://51fiftyltm.com/

https://www.facebook.com/51FIFTYLTM

https://www.instagram.com/51fiftyltm/

For more on the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast and to follow us on social media 

https://www.kddmediacompany.com/podcast

https://www.instagram.com/knockindoorzdown/

https://www.facebook.com/knockingdoorsdown/ 

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Andy Buckley, best known for his portrayal as David Wallace on The Office. Hear how he spent his 20's lost as a young actor making a career move and became a financial investor. How did his return to acting come about? What has the support of his wife meant to him as a man and his career? Also stories from the set of The Office and other celebrities such as Steve Carell, Ed Helms, Rain Wilson, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, William H. Macy, and Mark Wahlberg. Enjoy this hilarious conversation, this is Andy Buckley in his own words on Knockin' Doorz Down. 

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For Carlos Vieira's autobiography https://www.kddmediacompany.com/

For more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:

https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/

https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/

https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/

For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand 

https://51fiftyltm.com/

https://www.facebook.com/51FIFTYLTM

https://www.instagram.com/51fiftyltm/

For more on the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast and to follow us on social media 

https://www.kddmediacompany.com/podcast

https://www.instagram.com/knockindoorzdown/

https://www.facebook.com/knockingdoorsdown/ 

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