Unpolished Recovery

Join us in an amusing conversation with Chris as he marks his fifth year of sobriety - a hard-fought journey with peaks, troughs, and countless lessons. From the emotional tempest of his first year in recovery to the eventual acceptance of his addiction, Chris's story is one of resilience and fortitude. As we journey deeper into Chris's past, hear his compelling transition from a life shackled by drug dependency to a life in recovery. 

Tune in to this episode for an authentic look at the realities of recovery, a celebration of victories, and an acknowledgment of the struggles along the way. 

Imagine if you could play a part in breaking the generational cycles of poverty, addiction, and incarceration. Picture the impact of providing a second chance and a fresh start to those trapped in these crippling cycles. This week, we're joined by Tina Mitchell, the unstoppable force behind Crossbridge, who shares her journey from starting the organization in 2006 with just one house and six beds.
Throughout the conversation,  Tina's steadfast belief in the transformative power of hope shines through. Tune in to this heartening conversation as Tina shares her vision for Crossbridge and how it continues to create change, one life at a time. 

Join us on an incredible journey this episode, as we introduce you to Frank, a beacon of hope and a testament to the transformative power of recovery. He shares his grueling odyssey through addiction that started in his teenage years, a path that led him to an eight-year prison sentence, yet ultimately, to a life of sobriety and service. With unflinching honesty, Frank reveals his struggle with methamphetamine, the darkest periods of his addiction, and his moment of realization in prison that propelled him toward recovery.

Have you ever wondered what the path to recovery looks like for someone who has triumphed? Meet Caitlin, a resilient person who graduated from a recovery program and works tirelessly at a treatment facility. Her journey is inspiring and illuminating for those seeking a similar path to sobriety and healing.

Caitlin shares how God intervened in her life when she was ready to end it. When calling out to God, “Why did you leave me,” God responded. Caitlin shares how her recovery started when she got honest with her family and allowed others to help her begin her recovery story. 

Timothy shares his addiction story and how addressing guilt, shame, and anxiety is essential to his success in staying clean and sober. Timothy shares how his perspective of progressing in recovery requires him to tackle on day at a time. 

Chris Casey, Unpolished Recovery's co-host, shares his recovery story from being told there is no hope for him to find hope. Chris is the Operations Manager of a recovery program called Restoration House.