Rooted Recovery Stories

By Promises Behavioral Health

Rooted Recovery Stories is where unfiltered truth meets real healing. Host Patrick Custer sits down with celebrities and survivors to reveal what it really takes to break cycles, rebuild self-worth, a... more

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January 28, 2025 From Heartbreak To Healing (feat. Mari Brown) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 187
Divorce and abandonment can leave us feeling lost and uncertain, but they also hold the potential for profound transformation. In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Mari Brown sits with host Patrick Custer as they dive deep into the themes of beauty, resilience, and transformation. Join them for a heartfelt conversation filled with laughter, tears, and inspiration as Mari shares her journey from heartbreak to healing.
Discover how Mari, a talented makeup artist who has worked with some of the biggest stars, turned her pain into purpose and reclaimed her life with intention and grace. They discuss the highs and lows of her career, the challenges of navigating relationships, and the importance of self-love and boundaries.
Listen in as they explore the complexities of divorce, the emotional toll it takes, and the lessons learned along the way. Mari opens up about her personal experiences and how she found her voice after feeling lost for so long.
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Cast:
Patrick Custer - Host
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Mari Brown - Guest
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Email: [email protected]
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1h 18min
January 21, 2025 Crying Into My Crunchwrap (feat. Jason Rhee) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 186
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, the one and only Jason Rhee, wedding planner, recovering comedian, and all-around hilarious human, joins host Patrick Custer for a conversation that’s equal parts heartfelt and laugh-out-loud funny.
Jason takes us on a wild ride through his journey to sobriety and self-discovery, sharing the highs, the lows, and all of the moments along the way. He and Patrick dive into the magic of humor as both a healing tool and a way to survive life’s curveballs, while also addressing the challenges of addiction, boundaries, and figuring out who you really are.
With genuine insights, belly laughs, and plenty of relatable moments, this episode is a must-watch whether you’re in recovery or just here for an uplifting and entertaining story. By the end, you’ll feel like you’ve gained a new friend and maybe a few new life lessons too.
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Cast:
Patrick Custer - Host
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Jason Rhee - Guest
Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jasonroars
Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jasonroars
YouTube: @jasonroars
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Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
Promises Behavioral Health
Call: (888) 648-4098
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Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
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1h 18min
January 16, 2025 Laughing Through The Pain (feat. Evan Williams) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 185
On this week's episode, comedian Evan Williams sits down with host Patrick Custer to share his journey through addiction, the impact of his mother's mental health struggles, and how humor became a coping mechanism during challenging times.

Evan opens up about his childhood experiences, including the emotional weight of his mother's battles with mental health and the profound effects it had on him. He reflects on the role of comedy in his life, the importance of therapy, and the tools he's learned to navigate anxiety and emotional dysregulation.

Throughout the episode, Evan and Patrick explore themes of trauma, healing, and the power of laughter in recovery. They discuss techniques like breath work and the RAIN method, emphasizing the significance of self-compassion and understanding our internal struggles.

Whether you're in recovery, seeking inspiration, or simply love a good laugh, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and relatable stories. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Evan's unique perspective on life, love, and the journey to sobriety.

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Cast:
Patrick Custer - Host
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Evan Williams - Guest
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Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@itsevanwilliams
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Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
Promises Behavioral Health
Call: (888) 648-4098
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.promises.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
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1h 34min
January 09, 2025 Faith Without Freedom (feat. Bethany Joy Lenz) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 184
Bethany Joy Lenz opens up with host, Patrick Custer, in this powerful interview where they discuss untapped, dynamic perspectives into her life’s story. Bethany reflects on growing up in a conservative Christian household and discovering her passion for acting at a young age. She also shares her experience navigating the entertainment industry while being part of a high-demand religious group she now recognizes as a cult.

As they explore her experiences, Bethany opens up about the challenges of balancing fame during her time on One Tree Hill with the pressures of a controlling environment that blurred the lines between faith and manipulation. She shares deeply personal insights into the struggles of feeling disconnected from God, the weight of living up to others’ expectations, and the process of reclaiming her sense of self.

The conversation touches on themes of coercion, healing from shame, and the transformative power of self-discovery. Bethany’s story is an inspiring reminder of the freedom that comes with embracing authenticity and breaking free from the constraints of control.

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Cast:
Patrick Custer - Host
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Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Bethany Joy Lenz - Guest
Insta: ⁠⁠@msbethanyjoylenz
Book: Dinner For Vampires
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Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
Promises Behavioral Health
Call: (888) 648-4098
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Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
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1h 6min
January 02, 2025 The Fight Within (feat. Rachel Platten) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 183
Patrick Custer sits down with the incredibly talented singer/songwriter, Rachel Platten, for a candid and vulnerable conversation about Rachel's personal journey through postpartum depression, the challenges of motherhood, and the healing power of music and faith.

Rachel opens up about the tough moments of feeling lost and overwhelmed, sharing the raw truth behind her struggles with mental health. She reflects on the importance of reaching out for help, her experiences with therapy, and how her relationship with spirituality has grown over time. With honesty and vulnerability, Rachel talks about the difficulties of balancing a thriving career and family life, and how she ultimately discovered hope and healing along the way.

Tune in as we discuss themes of resilience, self-acceptance, and the value of leaning on others. Whether you're a parent, a friend, or navigating your own mental health challenges, this episode offers meaningful insights and a sense of encouragement.
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Patrick Custer - Host
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Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Rachel Platten - Guest
Insta: ⁠@rachelplatten
X/Twitter: ⁠@rachelplatten
Youtube: ⁠@Rachelplatten
Website: ⁠⁠www.rachelplatten.com⁠
Spotify: ⁠@Rachel Platten
Apple Music: ⁠⁠@Rachel Platten
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Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
Promises Behavioral Health
Call: (888) 648-4098
Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.promises.com⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@promises_bh⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
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50min
December 25, 2024 "Navigating Holiday Stress" (feat. Eloise Erin Dugan) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 182
Welcome to this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories! Join co-hosts Patrick Custer and Erin Dugan as they dive into the complexities of mental health during the holiday season. In this candid conversation, they explore the themes of stress, emotional regulation, and the impact of family dynamics on our well-being.
Whether you're dealing with family expectations, grieving lost loved ones, or simply trying to find joy in the season, this episode offers valuable insights and relatable experiences. Tune in for an honest discussion that aims to empower you to navigate the holidays with healthier coping strategies.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments below!
The Cast Collective is a female-owned business that facilitates opportunities for artists and individuals to work, create, and share their stories. Its uniqueness comes from the ability of its clients to create and execute their visions with the highest customizability. Although the company started as a video production company, it quickly expanded to be much more than that. The Cast Collective's brick-and-mortar also doubles as the perfect place to hold a special event with the same level of planning, execution, and customization. This space is a creative hub where individuals can get guidance and tools to bring their own ideas to life.
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Host: Patrick Custer
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__________________
Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
Promises Behavioral Health
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@promises_bh⁠⁠
Website: ⁠⁠www.promises.com⁠⁠
__________________
Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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1h 54min
December 19, 2024 "Sad Bird Still Sings" (feat. Eloise Alterman) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 181
In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, host Patrick Custer sits down with the incredibly talented singer/ songwriter Eloise Alterman. They dive deep into Eloise's journey through vulnerability, self-acceptance, and the power of music as a healing tool.
Eloise shares her personal experiences with body image, emotional struggles, and the impact of family dynamics on her self-worth. From being put on a weight loss plan at a young age to discovering her passion for songwriting, Eloise opens up about the challenges she faced and how she found her voice through music.
Listen as they discuss the importance of acknowledging our emotions, the complexities of love and acceptance, and the journey of healing that is often nonlinear.
Join us for an inspiring conversation that reminds us all that even in our darkest moments, there is always a glimmer of hope and the possibility of brighter days ahead.
About Eloise Alterman:
I’m Eloise Alterman, a singer-songwriter on a journey fueled by passion, perseverance, and the power of music to weave tales that resonate with the soul. My story began in Detroit, where I found solace and expression through songwriting from a young age. Growing up as the only music enthusiast in my family, I knew early on that music was my calling. In pursuit of my dreams, I made the bold decision to move to the vibrant city of West Hollywood in 2021, and I haven’t looked back since. Immersed in the creative energy and endless possibilities of this eclectic community, I’ve found inspiration around every corner and forged meaningful connections with fellow artists and collaborators. My music is a reflection of life’s highs and lows, weaving together melodies and lyrics that capture the essence of human experience. From heartache to hope, from dreams to reality, each song is a glimpse into my world, shared with the hope of connecting with others on a deeply personal level.
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Host: Patrick Custer
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Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest: Eloise Alterman
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@eloisealterman
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eloisealterman
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Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
Promises Behavioral Health
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@promises_bh⁠
Website: ⁠www.promises.com⁠
__________________
Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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1h 14min
December 12, 2024 "Finding My Voice" (feat. Hannah Sward) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 180
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sat down with Hannah Sward, an inspiring author and poet with a remarkable story to share.
During their conversation, Hannah reflects on her unconventional upbringing in Canada, shaped by her father’s life as a poet and the absence of her mother. She shares the struggles of feeling disconnected, battling shame, and coping with addiction. She even dives into her experimentation with meth in her twenties as a way to manage anxiety, self-doubt, and body image issues.
In this heartfelt interview, Hannah opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to seek recovery, including a life-changing moment in a diner on Thanksgiving. She discusses how therapy, support groups, and writing her book Strip helped her find her voice and embrace self-acceptance. Together, Patrick and Hannah explore the role of community, creativity, and the act of staying present in their ongoing recovery journeys.
Tune in for an honest and vulnerable discussion about overcoming adversity, embracing vulnerability, and finding meaning in life’s most unexpected moments.
About Hannah Sward:
Hannah Sward is the daughter of the late poet, Robert Sward. She is the multi award-winning author of Strip: A Memoir, receiving the attention of authors such as Nobel Prize winner J.M. Coetzee, Melissa Broder, and NYT bestselling novelists Jill Schary Robinson and Caroline Leavitt.
Sward has appeared on Book TV CSPAN, NBC CA Live and others. She has also has been a guest on dozens of panels and podcasts such as AWP, Writers on Writing, On Writing Memoir, Dopey, and One Day At A Time.
Widely published in literary journals in the US, Canada, and the UK, her most recent work has appeared in publications such as NY Times (TLS), LA Times, HuffPost, The Rumpus and Memoir Land.
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Cast:
Host: Patrick Custer
Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrick_custer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest: Hannah Sward
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@hannahswardauthor
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Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma):
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Email: [email protected]
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Website: www.promises.com
__________________
Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠

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1h
December 05, 2024 "Grief Doesn't Fit in a Box" (feat. Raven Dawson) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 179
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, I had the opportunity to sit down with Raven Dawson, a gifted media personality and host of Rewind the Podcast. Raven shared her personal journey of growing up in a close-knit, seemingly perfect family in Hoover, Alabama, and how her older brother’s battle with addiction transformed their lives forever.

Raven opened up about the early warning signs of her brother’s struggles, the pressure he faced as a star athlete, and the ripple effects on their family dynamics. As the conversation unfolded, Raven reflected on her own experiences, including feelings of anger and anxiety, as well as the coping mechanisms she developed during this turbulent time. She candidly explored how addiction, while often seen as a personal battle, impacts entire families and redefines relationships.

Raven’s story is a powerful testament to the complexities of growing up amidst addiction and the strength required to navigate these challenges. Her journey offers hope, insight, and a reminder that healing is possible, even in the most difficult circumstances.

This episode is a heartfelt exploration of family, love, accountability, and the resilience it takes to rebuild in the face of adversity.

About Raven Dawson:
Raven Dawson is the vibrant co-host of REWIND: The Podcast, where she takes listeners on a journey through the coolest corners of pop culture. Alongside her best friend Blake Rackley, Raven dissects iconic movie moments, geeks out over the latest tech gadgets, and serves up a weekly dose of nostalgia that never fails to hit the mark. With a deep passion for everything from the golden era of flip phones to the latest trends and hottest hits, Dawson brings a unique energy to every episode no matter what topic she’s diving into. Her widespread knowledge and infectious enthusiasm make REWIND the ultimate listening experience for pop culture lovers, so if you're craving a wild ride down memory lane with a fresh twist, Raven Dawson is your girl!

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Host: Patrick Custer
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Guest: Raven Dawson
Instagram: ⁠⁠@iamravendawson

Raven's Show: Rewind The Podcast
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TikTok: ⁠⁠@rewind.the.podcast
YouTube: ⁠⁠@rewind.the.podcast
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Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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1h 29min
November 26, 2024 I Didn't Want To Feel Anymore (feat. Jordy Cray) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 178
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, I had the chance to chat with Jordy Cray, a social media influencer who’s known for his thoughtful takes on pop culture.
Jordy shared his unique background, growing up in a privileged environment after his grandparents won the lottery, but also navigating the complexities of having parents in active addiction during his early years. He opened up about the chaos of his childhood, the impact of his parents' struggles, and how he found solace in music and theater, particularly through his involvement in the World Children's Choir.
As we delved deeper, Jordy recounted significant traumatic experiences from his youth, including a school shooting incident that left a lasting mark on his sense of safety. He candidly discussed his coming out journey at 15, the challenges he faced, and the betrayal he experienced from friends, which led to a tumultuous period of self-harm and emotional turmoil.
As the conversation continued, Jordy opened up about a challenging, abusive relationship he went through. He reflected on how it was a complex mix of love, challenges, and self-discovery. Ultimately, this experience served as a wake-up call, helping him realize the need for change and guiding him toward a path of sobriety.
Throughout the episode, Jordy emphasized the importance of vulnerability and the need for open conversations about trauma and recovery. He expressed gratitude for the lessons learned from his past, recognizing that while the journey has been fraught with challenges, it has also been a path toward healing and self-discovery.
This episode serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the freedom we gain from sharing our stories.
About Jordy Cray:
Jordy Cray is a hilarious and insightful digital content creator who has captured the attention of thousands on TikTok. Known for his sharp wit and clever pop culture commentary, Cray has built a viral presence that resonates with audiences for its authenticity and humor. Alongside his comedic content, he is open about his personal struggles with overcoming addiction and navigating sobriety, and he regularly offers a behind-the-scenes look at life as a full-time content creator, including the ups, downs, and everything in-between. His ability to blend humor with vulnerability has earned him a devoted following, making him a unique and relatable presence on social media.
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Cast:
Host: Patrick Custer
Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrick_custer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest: Jordy Cray
Instagram: ⁠@jordycray
TikTok: ⁠@jordycray
YouTube: ⁠@jordycray
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Production:
Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠
Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠
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1h 16min

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