In this deeply inspiring episode of The Recovery Vow Podcast… Eric Kennedy sits down with Tanner Smith and his parents, Nicci and Mark, a family whose journey through autism, faith, and resilience has transformed not just their lives, but thousands of others. What began as fear, uncertainty, and a life-altering diagnosis turned into a story of purpose, growth, and unexpected impact.

Tanner shares his journey from early struggles with communication to becoming a confident, independent young man traveling the world, meeting celebrities, and inspiring audiences everywhere. But behind the spotlight is a family that fought through years of confusion, emotional breakdowns, and relentless effort just to reach a place many take for granted.

Mark and Nicci open up about the moment everything changed, the diagnosis that shattered their expectations, the financial and emotional weight that followed, and the silent battles they faced as parents trying to do everything right. From therapy sessions at the kitchen table to redefining their marriage and roles, their story is raw, real, and filled with moments that will truly inspire.

On This Episode:

• The life-changing autism diagnosis that reshaped an entire family
• The emotional reality of parenting through uncertainty and fear
• How Tanner went from limited communication to global impact
• The truth about marriage under pressure and staying as a team
• Why purpose matters more than “fixing” the problem
• The unseen struggles families with autism face, and why they need support

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In this powerful episode of The Recovery Vow Podcast…
We sit down with Kenny Stoddart, a former cybersecurity executive turned recovery advocate and mental health coach whose life looked successful on the outside, but was quietly unraveling beneath the surface. From high achievement and global success to addiction, shame, and a life-altering cancer diagnosis… Kenny’s story is one of breaking, rebuilding, and finally becoming the man he was always meant to be.

Kenny takes us back to a defining moment being expelled from school and carrying that hidden shame for years. That unresolved identity followed him into a high-performing career, where success and alcohol became dangerously intertwined. What looked like confidence and achievement slowly turned into exhaustion, decline, and a cycle he couldn’t escape.

What followed wasn’t just recovery it was transformation. From entering treatment and embracing the process, to surviving stage three prostate cancer, to now building a mission-driven life helping others through addiction and identity struggles. Kenny didn’t just rebuild his life… he redefined it.

On This Episode:

• The hidden shame that silently shaped Kenny’s identity for years
• How high achievement and addiction can exist at the same time
• The “grace in the mirror” moment that changed everything
• Why trying to fix addiction alone keeps people stuck
• The dangerous gap between wanting help… and actually taking action
• Surviving cancer during recovery — and what it revealed about mindset
• How Kenny is now helping high performers rebuild their lives from the inside out

Connect with Kenny Stoddart:

TikTok: @‌ironmindkenny
Website: Executive Advisor / High-Performance Coaching
LinkedIn: Ken Stoddart

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