Tragedy to Triumph

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 31: Wild Walters of West Virginia

Rich Walters shares his amazing story of Recovery.... This is literally the craziest story yet. Guns, drugs, bath salts, football, the dark web, and psychosis.

All in the hills of West Virginia...

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Tragedy to Triumph Special Episode: Anonymity?

In this special episode Daniel Ritchie and Aaron Laine talk about Anonymity. This might ruffle some feathers...

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 29: Amazing Grace - Casey Steckling

Casey Steckling shares his amazing story of Recovery. Early on Casey found his escape in substances and used anything he could to fill the hole inside. As it grew larger, he found himself using more and ever closer to a pit of despair. At one point, he even tried taking his life and though he set out to die that day, a power greater than himself stepped in and everything changed.

Today, Casey has a life that revolves around his faith, family, and helping others. He is an active member of society and is changing the narrative of what Recovery looks like. He is an advocate for those who need our help and does community outreach with Dayton Recovers. He is doing BIG things!

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 28: Girl Interrupted

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 27: New Kid on the Block - Jeffrey Hoglund

Jeffrey Hoglund shares his amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in Seattle, Washington Jeff had a strong christian upbringing, played sports, and loved being the center of attention. Upon turning 18, Jeff aimed to go against every rule his parents had growing up and embraced the life of a rebel. From piercings and tattoos to drugs & alcohol, MDMA to Oxycontin, Crystal meth and stints in jail.

Today, Jeff has a life that centers around God, his Recovery and his wife. This story is too wild to summarize, but i can say this... you'll be glad you tuned in.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 26: Man in the Mirror - Paul D. Wise

Paul D. Wise shares his amazing story of Recovery. From getting in trouble selling pills in 8th grade, to dropping out of school by 10th grade, Paul was on a path of destruction most of his early life. By the age of 20, he was mostly homeless, eating out of trashcans and selling drugs.

On 6/16/2010 everything changed... Paul started his recovery journey at court ordered treatment, and has been able to have a life beyond his wildest imagination.

Today, Paul has a life that centers around his Recovery and helping others. He participates in a 12 step fellowship, become a Recovery advocate and a trusted Board member for FOA Families of Addicts. He is doing BIG things!

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 25: RISE UP! - Tracy Brumfield

Tracy Brumfield shares her amazing story of Recovery. A migraine sufferer, Tracy was prescribed narcotic pain medication and eventually became addicted...This led her down a path of multiple treatments, getting in trouble with the law, a prison stint, and becoming homeless.

Sitting on a corner in the freezing cold panhandling for change, Tracy felt less than human... Until a complete stranger showed her some love and everything changed.

Today, Tracy has a life that centers around helping others and her Recovery. She started a newspaper called RISE that helps Ohio’s inmates rebuild their lives and is a source of inspiration for many people. She is doing BIG things!

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 24: Rise and Grind - Glenn Lundy

Glenn Lundy shares his amazing story of Redemption. Growing up in Flagstaff, AZ Glenn thought his problems were everyone else. After a series of disappointments, Glenn found himself wanting to die and tried to take his own life. Unsuccessful in his attempt and by the Grace of God, Glenn once again embraced a life worth having... just to throw it away again.

After so many chances, Glenn finally submitted to God and became a steward of good will. Today, he can be found hosting #RISEANDGRIND at 5:30 every morning on Facebook, sharing Gods love for others and encouraging them to live to their fullest potential.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 23: The Doctors Opinion - Mike Kalfas

Dr. Michael Kalfas (St. Elizabeth -Addiction Medicine) shares his insight on how addiction affects the brain. Contributing factors on the opioid epidemic and how his own view of those struggling has changed.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 22: Lucky Girl - Melissa McCoy

Melissa McCoy shares her amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in an alcoholic home, Melissa experienced a series of traumatic events in her childhood including abandonment and sexual abuse. Things didn't stop there... She dropped out of school and spent a majority of her teenage years and young adulthood in absolute chaos. Her addiction spanned many different substances and brought her to her knees. Shes lucky to be alive...

Today, Melissa has a life that centers around her family and helping others. She works with many women who are new to sobriety and is coming up on 6 years clean & sober.