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May 05, 2025 Unveiling the Hype: Nascar's Chief "Hype" Officer Mamba Smith
What happens when you mix NASCAR energy with a recovery-centered mindset? You get Mamba Smith—the self-proclaimed Chief Hype Officer of the racing world. In this episode of Recovery Vow, host Eric Kennedy sits down with Mamba to unpack his wild ride from go-kart prodigy to NASCAR powerhouse.
Mamba gets real about the hustle behind the scenes: climbing the ranks, finding his voice in a competitive industry, and navigating the sponsorship game through authenticity (and a killer LinkedIn strategy). He also opens up about his father’s 40-year recovery journey and how that shaped his own commitment to a substance-free lifestyle—proving you don’t need alcohol to have a good time at the track.
Whether you're a motorsport fan, on your own recovery journey, or just need a dose of high-octane inspiration—tune in for raw honesty, surprising insights, and the kind of motivation that hits you like a checkered flag.
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47 min
April 28, 2025 Facing the Wreckage: How Kayla Found Freedom from Addiction
In this powerful episode of Recovery Vows, Eric Kennedy sits down with Kayla and her husband Jake to unpack Kayla’s raw journey through addiction, recovery, and rebuilding a life of purpose. From the chaos of her childhood to the struggles with alcoholism that nearly broke her, Kayla opens up about the pivotal moments that finally pushed her toward healing. Together, Kayla and Jake share how recovery—and the commitment to personal and spiritual growth—transformed not only her life but their marriage too. Through honest stories about therapy, AA, support systems, and the faith that kept them going, this conversation is a deep reminder that redemption is possible, no matter how broken the beginning.

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54 min
April 21, 2025 From Separation to Restoration | Kevin & Bree Bailey Part 2
What happens when infidelity, separation, and spiritual disconnection tear a marriage apart? Kevin and Bree Bailey were on the edge of divorce—he was living in another apartment, in another relationship, while Bree prayed for a miracle. What happened next is nothing short of divine intervention. In this episode, they share how faith, humility, and a powerful church encounter changed everything.
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32 min
April 21, 2025How Kayla Got Sober—and Saved Her Marriage
🎧 From blackouts and bar shifts to a shattered beer case in a gas station, Kayla was losing control—but didn’t know it yet. In this episode of Recovery Vow, she and her husband Jake unpack how addiction quietly overtook her life, how a therapist’s bold suggestion led her to AA, and how faith, marriage, and self-awareness pulled her from the edge.
Together, they offer a rare dual perspective on what it takes to heal individually and as a couple in the messy reality of living in addiction recovery.
🔑 What You’ll Learn:
How early trauma and people-pleasing fueled Kayla’s anxiety and substance use
What it’s like to blackout regularly and still deny there's a problem
The therapist who introduced her to AA—and the divine timing that followed
Jake’s view: watching his wife spiral via Snapchat, and why he stayed
How AA became a gateway to spiritual renewal and emotional maturity
The ripple effect of Kayla’s sobriety—reaching her father and friends
⏳ Key Moments:
[0:00] The gas station incident that broke the illusion
[6:14] Kayla’s origin story: family, chaos, private school
[14:08] Bartending & blackouts: when addiction looked like fun
[20:16] “Have you ever considered AA?”
[24:04] Her first meeting—and the 30-day turning point
[34:12] How Jake supported her through it all
[39:02] From dry to spiritually fit: Kayla on long-term recovery
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52 min
April 14, 2025 From Separation to Restoration | Kevin & Bree Bailey Part 1
Can a marriage survive infidelity, addiction, and betrayal? Kevin and Bree Bailey were one week from finalizing their divorce when a single conversation changed everything.
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45 min
April 07, 2025 "Building a Life You Don't Want to Escape" with Kat: Kat's Journey in Recovery
What if your worst mistake in sobriety turned out to be the start of your calling? In this episode, Eric Kennedy sits down with Kat—sober entrepreneur and founder of Laguna Shores Recovery—to unpack her unlikely path from early relapse pain to creating treatment centers and a thriving digital recovery community.
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40 min
March 31, 2025 Party Girl to Purpose-Driven: Kat's Alcoholism Recovery
In this powerful episode, Kat shares her deeply personal journey from a seemingly normal childhood to a life spiraling through alcoholism, addiction, and brokenness, and how she found healing through faith, fellowship, and the 12-step program.
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51 min
March 24, 2025 From Addiction and Armed Robbery to Faith and Leadership: Corey Warren’s Story of Transformation
What happens when addiction, armed robbery, and relapse meet faith, redemption, and a viral TikTok mission? In this powerful episode of The Recovery Vow Podcast, host Eric Kennedy — author of Marriage After Addiction — sits down with Corey Warren to unpack one of the most jaw-dropping sobriety journeys yet. Eric and Corey keep it real — from gut-wrenching lows to laugh-out-loud moments, offering raw insight and encouragement for anyone who’s ever felt lost.
Key Takeaways:
Addiction often stems from seeking external validation and acceptance.
The shocking story behind Corey’s armed robbery — and why the press called him the “Polite Bandit.”
How relapse became the catalyst for Corey’s powerful spiritual awakening and renewed purpose.
The founding of Rise Recovery Community, Michigan’s largest Medicaid-funded recovery housing program.
Why alcohol and heroin were just different faces of the same battle — and why social acceptance can be dangerous.
Corey's plan to transition his growing TikTok platform into a faith-based mission.
Timestamps:
02:00 – Addiction beginnings: chasing acceptance
07:00 – Armed robbery and the “Polite Bandit” headline
20:00 – Building Rise Recovery Community
28:00 – Relapse: losing it all, again
35:00 – A miraculous encounter with faith
45:00 – What’s next: social media and spiritual leadership
Guest Bio & Links: Corey Warren is the founder of Rise Recovery Community, Michigan’s largest Medicaid-funded recovery housing program, and a viral creator on TikTok where he inspires thousands with raw, relatable content on addiction recovery, family, and faith.
Follow Corey on TikTok: @icoreywarren
Learn more at: https://www.rrclansing.org/team-4
Resources:
Marriage After Addiction by Eric Kennedy (Amazon)
Rise Recovery Community: rclansing.org
1 hr 1 min
March 17, 2025 From Grief to Hope: The Hennings' Journey of Healing | Part 2
How do you hold onto faith when life breaks you? Wes and Kelly Hennings faced unimaginable loss but chose to fight for healing. In this powerful episode, they share how faith, community, and an unexpected journey into adoption helped them rebuild their lives. Their story is one of grief, resilience, and second chances—a must-listen for anyone navigating addiction recovery or faith-based healing.
Timestamps:
[04:26] Life after loss
[10:31] Adoption, faith, and unexpected blessings
[17:43] Hope with their growing family
[24:22] Gratitude in the face of ongoing challenges
What You’ll Learn:
• The lifeline of small group support in addiction recovery and grief.
• Why joy and sorrow can coexist—and how to embrace both.
• How their deepest loss led to an adoption journey they never expected.
• Why many marriages don’t survive trauma—and how theirs did.
• Holding onto faith when addiction, loss, or hardship shakes your foundation.
Resources Mentioned:
Saint Jude Research → https://www.stjude.org/
National Adoption Center → https://www.adopt.org/
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March 10, 2025 Grief, Love, and Resilience: The Hennings' Journey of Healing Part 1
In this powerful episode of the Recovery Vow Podcast, host Eric Kennedy sits down with Wes and Kelly Hennings to discuss their journey through grief, trauma, and healing after the loss of their son, Graham. Their story is one of resilience, faith, and the strength of commitment in the face of unimaginable loss.
Key Takeaways:
Recovery extends beyond addiction—it applies to trauma, grief, and emotional healing
Strong relationships and personal commitments can anchor you through hardship
Community and faith play a vital role in navigating loss
Finding ways to celebrate life helps in the healing process
Wes and Kelly share heartfelt memories, personal struggles, and how they found strength in their faith and each other. Their journey offers insight and hope for anyone facing grief or trauma.
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