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Cody Byrns is an award-winning speaker and performer with over 16 years of professional experience. Cody’s life underwent a major shift in 2013 after a horrific traffic accident left his body burned and scarred. After years of countless surgeries, and innumerable physical and emotional hurdles, Cody has since founded his own nonprofit Burn Foundation, and is on a mission to spread his story of inspiration, hope, and recovery to everyone he meets.

Cody does not let his scars dictate his identity. He encourages a life of freedom, and wants to help people live free from the bonds of scars.

Learn more at https://codybyrns.com/

Find Cody's book at https://www.amazon.com/Scar-Release-Breaking-Yesterdays-Troubles-ebook/dp/B079H8RPZH

In this mid season episode Charlie sits down with Travis Thomas, who has made a significant impact in his life over the last several years. Travis Thomas breaks down for our listeners the inspiring and life changing lessons learned from Travis’s philosophy of “live yes and”. Charlie and Travis talk about the importance of values and being intentional about how we respond to life’s challenges. You will enjoy Charlie’s vulnerability as his friend takes him through a bit of improv during their time together. We accept what is happening and say, "Yes and....what do I want to do next." Enjoy.

Since its release in 2016, Travis’ first book has inspired teams, companies, and individuals all over the world! In that time, Travis has gone on to share the ideas and principles to high-performing cultures helping get them “unstuck” by developing a “Yes, And” mindset and culture! He is currently on the coaching staff for the United States Men’s National Soccer Team focusing on leadership, team dynamics, and culture.

On this powerful episode the inspiring Dr. Robb Kelly shares his journey from homeless on the streets of Manchester, England to living a full and purpose driven life. He shares his "Ah-ha" moment that allowed him to move “out of the disease and into the solution." Dr. Robb Kelly has a true zest for life and knows the power of recovery firsthand. He is courageous and incredibly caring and it’s a conversation I will never forget - neither will you.

Today, Robb Kelly, PhD is a world-renowned addiction expert who believes in treating the problem, not the symptoms. He has worked for many years helping addicts and alcoholics to RECOVER their lives from the disease of addiction.

To learn more about Dr. Robb Kelly and his recovery group visit https://robbkelly.com/

Chris Ross a serial entrepreneur and host of the Win Win Effect Podcast. Chris sits down with Charlie from his home in London, England to share how he has overcome adversity and challenges in his life to become the man and father he is today. Chris is an award winning sales trainer and recently created a new multimedia company, Winject Studios, to scale, promote and develop highly successful podcast content. His message is powerful and direct as he speaks to our audience about the importance of vulnerability and taking action. He is a true friend.

Learn more at winject.com and chrisrossofficial.com

In this truly inspiring episode Charlie gets the chance to sit down with Rebecca and Rose Castro and talk about their powerful journey of overcoming the tragic loss of their brother and son to a heroin overdose in April 2017. They share openly about the deep love the have for Jeremy ,the pain of his loss, and their journey to turn his passing into a powerful and meaningful mission to help other young men and women find recovery. They stand on the front lines not only fighting the stigma of addiction but supporting others get the help they need to survive and thrive. You will not want to miss the lessons they teach us all about service, compassion and resilience.

Jeremy Castro Foundation is a non-profit organization based in the Thousand Oaks region dedicated to helping families and individuals struggling with substance abuse. Because drug addiction is considered a taboo, many individuals and families hide their struggles from their communities, carrying the burden by themselves.

Without open and unbiased communication about this subject, our country will not find the strength to deal with the drug overdose epidemic.

Considering the importance of educating our communities about a disease that torments more than 22 million individuals in the US every day, and also the urgency to support families struggling with drug addiction, Rose and Rebecca decided to start the Jeremy Castro Foundation.

Learn more about the Jeremy Castro Foundation at www.jeremycastrofoundation.org.

In this episode Charlie sits down with his dear friend RJ Elizarraz who shares his inspiring and powerful journey of overcoming a severe heroin addiction to become a successful entrepreneur, business owner, father and son. Just four years ago RJ was homeless hanging a sign on the 118 freeway in Simi Valley begging for change to feed his addiction. With a life in ruins in the wake of his addiction RJ shares his powerful transformation.

Today, RJ is the founder of Oak Forest Recovery and has committed his life to help countless young men and women find recovery. His life is full of meaningful connections, in fact, the father that once feared for his sons life spends every week along side RJ cooking and serving the men and women that are fighting for their own lives to overcome addiction and alcoholism. His other entrepreneurial interest include Mad Rose Media. His is a true story of overcoming obstacles and life challenges to give us all so much hope.

The Oak Forest Recovery structured sober living model was built on the principles of accountability, safety, true recovery and a building towards a sustainable community. They created a program that consists of high structure with compassionate care at its core. Delivering on these promises, their entire team of behavioral technicians and lead house managers are graduates and active alumni that have transitioned into hired positions. They completely embody the phrase originally set by founder RJ Elizarraz: “We don’t ask you to do anything that we ourselves didn’t do and continue to do on a daily basis.” On this basis, they are building a way of life, a new way of being, a complete change and shift that is the foundation necessary for truly lasting recovery from alcohol addiction and substance abuse issues.

Warning: This episode contains graphic description of sexual abuse, addiction and trauma that could be triggering for some and is not suitable for children.

In this inspiring and powerful episode of Overcome Outloud Charlie sits down with Erika Sandor-Zur who shares her deeply moving story of overcoming addiction, her eating disorder and living on the streets to becoming a professional tennis player. Erika leaves nothing to the imagination in describing her spiral into a lonely life of drugs, alcohol and using her body to feed her addiction. Listen as she shares the amazing journey of finding sobriety, dealing with her past and embracing her future. On her healing path she will meet Nick Bollettieri to find herself once again competing in a sport she had left behind so many years ago. She is committed to her personal growth and thrives as a mother, wife, and athlete. You will not want to miss one word of this episode.

On this episode of Overcome Outloud NFL Super Bowl champion wide receiver Chris Thomas shares his inspiring and powerful story of overcoming an emotionally devastating injury, being released and the imposing judgement of coaches to change his mindset and thrive. Chris Thomas went from being ready to hang up his cleats to hoisting the Lombardi trophy by reframing his experiences and learning to unlock every chamber of the mind to perform at the highest level. Chris will give listers an inside look at his over 8-year NFL career and the lessons he learned that you can apply in your own life. Today, Chris is inspiring others through his Fusion Odyssey platform and teaching athletes to unlock their own minds to play at the highest level.

Fusion Odyssey began in 2005 as a private wide receiver and quarterback developmental program created by Chris Thomas and Bob Gagliano in the ultra-competitive Southern California. Chris created what he deemed a “learning institution” for athletes to break their game down into parts. He began infusing the mental game into every aspect of the physical and technical game. The results were undeniable and remarkable. As a result, 8 Fusion Odyssey participants have signed NFL contracts, and almost 35% of wide receivers, tight end and quarterbacks have earned college opportunities because of Chris Thomas and Fusion Odyssey. They began as just good athletes who turned into superstars. Three years ago Chris finally expanded his private training to include soccer, baseball and basketball players. The impact and the opportunities created were just as remarkable. Now, for the first time, his vault of knowledge is available to you through consultation and/or video access. Learn more at www.fusionodyssey.com.

On this episode of Overcome Outloud Charlie sits down with Joel Relampagos whose story is compelling and inspiring.  Charlie is honored to call him a friend. After coming out on MTV in an emotionally charged and very public way Joel’s star was on the rise.  His talent was very evident to everyone in Hollywood as he rose through the ranks and became a well known and respected executive producer. Best known for his work executive producing NBC’s hit show The Biggest Loser, his work also includes Hell's Kitchen and Going For Broke with Ashton Kutcher. On the outside Joel seemed to have it all. The cars, the house, the money, and the dream Hollywood job, but in the inside he was sad and lonely, and turned to alcohol to numb the pain. Listen as Joel vulnerably shares about coming to terms with childhood trauma, finding recovery and now turning his attention to smashing the stigma of mental health issues and addiction through his program Change Your Algorithm.  

Change Your Algorithm is a program about personal growth and community-wide empowerment for its members. This is accomplished by reprogramming negative beliefs that have held us back from living our full potential. CYA teaches its community that the mind consists of 2 parts: The Conscious Mind (10% of brainpower) and the Subconscious Mind (90% of brainpower). CYA encourages its community to shift the negative self-beliefs in the subconscious through holistic and traditional techniques such as meditation, journaling, practicing gratitude, self-forgiveness, creating healthy boundaries, and raising our self-esteem. It is through the consistent utilization of these practices and the support of a community of peers that we can start to develop self-esteem and live a life of purpose.

Visit www.changeyouralgorithm.com to learn more and to register for free classes. Change Your Algorithm offers weekly mental health classes that are 100% free of cost. These classes are led by hand-selected therapists/guest speakers and are open to anyone that wants to improve their mental health. Whether you are in recovery from addiction or want to live a more positive life, there is a class designed for you. Each class includes daily topics that dive into an issue, allow for Q&A opportunities, and usually include meditation. This structure allows for open, welcoming, and safe spaces for people to learn and grow no matter who they are or where they come from.

“After battling with years of severe depression, anxiety, and alcohol addiction, I was able to overcome them all thanks to wonderful therapists. The truth is we are all in a mental health crisis and there are 30 million Americans who are unemployed.I created this program, so we have solutions to our problems and at no cost. That’s why our 1-hour mental wellness classes are all free. I want people to experience the life-changing transformation that I have.It is 100% possible for you. Get ready to Change Your Algorithm.”

– Joel Relampagos

Tony Mandarich shares his deep and inspiring story of drinking his way out of the NFL in three short years only to find recovery and return to professional football sober and steroid free as a powerful living amends to himself and the game that once consumed his every day.

The number two overall pick in the 1989 draft, Tony was considered one of the best offensive lineman to play the college game. What he didn’t want you to know was that he was on a regular regimen of steroids as a way to improve his performance at Michigan State and began drinking more heavily to blot out the pain of his struggles. His book My Dirty Little Secret chronicles his powerful journey and was instrumental to host Charlie Smith in his early sobriety. Listen as the two sit down to share a conversation about pain, addiction, recovery and hope.