Recovery Catalyst - Substance and Behavioral Addictions Unpacked

Cat York sits down with Daryl Dittmer, who overcame severe addiction at 19 to become an entrepreneur, author, and life coach. Daryl shares his recovery story, the role of treatment and AA, and the moment he chose to change his life.

The conversation explores how showing up, humility, and service guided his path into business, writing, and coaching, and offers practical encouragement for anyone facing addiction, burnout, or a desire to reinvent their life.

For additional information regarding Daryl Dittmer, his coaching services, or his podcast, Show UP! With Daryl Dittmer, kindly visit daryldittmer.com.

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Host Cat York candidly shares her sobriety journey, describing early detox, repeated relapses, and the support and limitations she found in Alcoholics Anonymous.

She discusses challenges specific to women in recovery—difficulty finding sponsors, childcare barriers, and spiritual mismatch—and explains how she built a personalized recovery routine including meetings, church, meditation, and coaching.

This episode calls for compassion after relapse, broader conversations about alternative recovery paths, and acceptance that there is no single right way to stay sober.

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Host Cat York interviews Barb Nangle about her transformational recovery through ACA and OA, how she healed codependence, built internal safety, and developed strong boundaries that reshaped her life and relationships.

The episode covers Barb’s personal story, practical communication and boundary tools, forgiveness and self-compassion practices, and resources for anyone curious about 12-step fellowships and coaching.

To learn more about Barb, inquire about her coaching or to give her podcast “Fragmented to Whole - Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery”  a listen please visit her website at higherpowercc.com

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To learn more about co-dependence or to see if CoDA is right for you please visit https://coda.org/

To learn more about Overeaters Anonymous or to find out if its right for you please visit: https://oa.org

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Host Cat York speaks with spiritual medium and consciousness mentor Gloria Battini about her path from anxiety and toxic relationships to becoming a medium and guide. They discuss how intuition and mediumship can support healing, especially in complicated grief.

Gloria explains what to expect in a session, how spirits communicate, the importance of energetic boundaries and self-care, and simple steps listeners can take to start sensing messages from loved ones.

The episode also covers Gloria’s courses on tarot and intuitive development and offers practical encouragement to reclaim inner power and live more soul-led lives.

To learn more about Gloria, book a session or to invest in one of her courses please visit Gloriabattini.com

Join Gloria on YouTube for the weekly tarot forecast, live mediumship connections and more at youtube.com/@gloriabattini

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Cat York interviews Dr. Jeffrey Bone — chronic illness coach, author, and host of To the Bone — about his personal journey from years of misdiagnosis to a diagnosis of chronic inflammatory response syndrome and common variable immune deficiency. He describes the emotional toll of not being believed, the hidden loneliness of chronic illness, and the long road to proper treatment.

Dr. Bone shares practical mental tools for coping with pain and uncertainty, including expressive writing, asking for help, setting boundaries around online research, and using creative expression to rebuild identity and purpose. This episode offers validation, concrete strategies, and a message of community for anyone navigating long-term illness.

To learn more about Dr. Jeffrey Bone, his podcast or to purchase his books please visit: drbone.live

Dr. Bone can also be found on Threads @restless.human.studio

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The Center for Chronic Illness is a national nonprofit organization serving patients and their loved ones across the United States and in a number of other countries. Their mission is to promote well-being and decrease isolation for those impacted by chronic illness through support and education. CCI focuses on three main pillars in providing support and education to the chronic illness community: Emotional Well-being, Health Education, and Community.

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On this episode of the Call Her Cat Podcast, host Cat York interviews licensed therapist and author Johnzelle Anderson about his powerful debut, Mixtape: A Memoir.   

Told uniquely in "tracks" instead of chapters, Mixtape charts Johnzelle's personal journey from childhood trauma and feeling silenced to building a career in mental health and finding triumph. He shares his story of mixed-race identity, healing, and reclaiming his narrative.   

In their discussion, Johnzelle and Cat delve into topics including generational pain, the transformative nature of therapy, publishing barriers, and the profound decision to bring his daughter to West Africa as part of reclaiming his family's history.   

The conversation centers on resilience and the power of storytelling to heal and inspire, offering practical encouragement for anyone striving to reclaim their voice and break unhealthy cycles.   

To purchase Johnzelles Memoir: Mixtape and to hear other podcasts he has been on please visit johnzelle.co

To learn more about Johnzelles Counseling Services, sign up for his newsletter, join his book club and more! please visit Johnzelle Anderson Linktree

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Host Cat York interviews Paul Granger about his decades of full-time volunteer ministry, the challenges of inconsistent income, and the daily practice of loving God and loving others.

Paul shares honest stories of loss, perseverance, and small acts of faith—what he calls mustard-seed moments—and explains how to seek God in simple, practical ways amid real-life messiness.

The episode also highlights Paul’s community Bible study work, his creative book “Something in the Froth” and a call to show compassion without judgment.

For more information on Paul, including his Podcast “Where Did You See God”, his ministry work and to pre-order his newest book “Something in the Froth” please visit:

Where Did You See God.com

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Cat York interviews Ashley Dillard, a former firefighter and paramedic turned licensed counselor, hypnotherapist and podcast host, about her journey out of emergency services and into trauma-informed care for first responders, military members, and families.

The episode covers cumulative burnout, identity shifts, integrative approaches like clinical hypnosis, neuro-somatic work, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, and offers compassionate guidance on finding help, nervous system regulation, and healing through storytelling.

Ashlea also hosts her own podcast “Sit Around The Fire” which is a podcast for first responders, military members, families seeking healing, growth and connection.

For more information on Ashlea,her Podcast and to learn more about her coaching or hypnotherapy services please visit: ashleadillard.com

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In this episode, Host Cat York speaks with Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and addiction specialist Kevin Odom about his personal journey—from serving in the U.S. Army National Guard to clinical care—and his recent kidney donation. They discuss the philosophy of the One Moment Podcast and explore critical topics like common misconceptions in addiction and mental health, trauma-informed and person-centered care, relapse prevention, and patients’ rights. The conversation is framed by hope and the belief that one moment can change a life, and provides practical resources for seeking help.

Kevin Odom, a Certified Supervisor in North Carolina, applies his diverse, ethical expertise to behavioral health quality assurance, a background that includes 3.5 years as an Army National Guard diesel mechanic.

To learn more about Kevin & his Podcast please visit his Linktree below:

Kevin Odom - One Moment

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Nikki is an INELDA certified death doula and a grief coach, serving the terminally ill, dying, elderly and their loved ones with dignity and respect. Her goal is to help others embrace the end of life and share open and honest communication with their loved ones. She can take the burden and hold space so you can focus on what matters most in your final days and leave this world at peace.     The conversation explores disenfranchised grief, anticipatory versus sudden loss, using humor in grieving, setting boundaries, de-escalating family conflict, and resources like Nikki’s Good Grief Society and podcast for ongoing support.   Learn more about Nikki Smith, her work as a Death Doula and Grief Coach, and listen to her podcast, Good Grief with Nikki the Death Doula, by visiting her website: www.nikkithedeathdoula.com 

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