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Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 62: Sobriety and the NA Beverage IndustryHello Hello and welcome back to Stairway to Redemption.In this episode I welcome back Alex, a returning guest from New York City's non-alcoholic bottle shop, Spirited Away. We delve into Alex's sobriety journey, her experiences navigating the non-alcoholic beverage industry, and the cultural shifts toward sobriety. Alex shares her insights on the benefits of being 'Cali sober,' her new job focused on non-alcoholic spirits, and the challenges and rewards of promoting these options in bars and restaurants. The discussion also covers the rise of 'sober curious' influencers, the importance of finding supportive sobriety groups, and...2025-05-0246 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 61: From Crisis to ClarityHello hello and welcome back to Stairway to Redemption.In this episode, I welcome a special guest, Rachel, who shares her compelling journey of overcoming alcoholism and mental health challenges. Rachel, who has been sober for three years, talks about her initial struggles with alcoholism, her recovery process, and the crucial role of therapy and community support. She also discusses the challenges of working as a sober bartender and her future aspirations. Tune in to hear Rachel's inspiring story and insights on resilience, faith, and maintaining sobriety while navigating life’s ups and downs.00:00 In...2025-04-181h 13Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 60: Full DisclosureHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption.This week I have a recurrent guest on the podcast. My dear friend Rich is back to give his take on this week topic. How much should a person in recovery should disclose about their sobriety? As usual please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon.Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/StairwaytoRedemption)To Contact Us:stairwaytoredemptionpodcast@gmail.com2025-04-0458 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 59: RedemptionHello and welcome back to Stairway to Redemption!First episode of 2025. After a long hiatus we're back this week with Brian. Brian and I run a weekly Big Book meeting on Long Island. His interpretation skills of the Big Book of AA makes the perfect candidate to talk about this week topic: Redemption. After over 50 episodes, now is the first time the subject of redemption is the focus of a podcast on redemption. Go figure why it took so long. As usual follow us on social media and support us on Patreon. Enjoy!Support the...2025-02-071h 02Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 58: More About BoundariesHello!and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week we stay on the topic on boundaries with returning guest Barb Nangle in our first ever two parts episode. In this episode we delve deeper in the ramifications that come with establishing boundaries. As per usual, please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon.Where to find Barb:IG: https://www.instagram.com/higherpowercoaching/Links mentioned in podcast:https://higherpowercc.com/boundariesstarterkit.comBarb's Podcast:fragmentedtowhole.comSupport the...2024-10-1154 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 57: BoundariesHello!.....and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. I can't believe it took me over 50 episodes to have one dedicated to boundaries. Thanks to this week's guest, Barb Nangle, a bondary coach, we are finally addressing this very important subject. As usual please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon.Where to find BarbWebsite: https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/IG: https://www.instagram.com/higherpowercoaching/Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:...2024-09-2752 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 56: ServiceHello!Welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week my guest is someone I have a lot of admiration for in the recovery community I am part of. He is the embodiment of service and what it is like to put others first. Ladies and gentleman I give you Rosario. Enjoy!Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/StairwaytoRedemption)To Contact Us:stairwaytoredemptionpodcast@gmail.com2024-08-231h 00Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 55: Year 2Welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week we have our first recurrent guest, Rich (that is if you don't count the special episodes ha). Rich recently celebrated his second anniversary and he is sharing with us what was his experience like throughout the year. Enjoy!Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/StairwaytoRedemption)To Contact Us:stairwaytoredemptionpodcast@gmail.com2024-08-091h 02Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 54: Take Care of Your BodyHello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption!This week my guest is Elijah Hines, a personal and fitness coach from Raleigh NC. In this episode we are discussing the benefits of fitness for personal development beyond physical health. Also on the menu, dieting. Is it truly necessary? Finally we mention the touchy subject of masculinity and what it means to be a man. Enjoy!Elijah's social handlesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oakcitystrong5605Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oakcitystrongSupport the showFollow Us on...2024-07-261h 24Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 53: Identity CrisisHello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. After a long hiatus we are back guys. This we have Haley, a Long Island life coach in training who is going to share with us her story and tips on how to break addiction. Enjoy!How to eat move and be healthy 2nd edition Paul chek https://chekinstitute.com/htembh-2nd-ed/Haley's IGhttps://www.instagram.com/thehealthycreative_?igsh=MTlwaHpyZXptNDB1eQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrHaley's YouTubehttps://youtube.com/@thehealthycreative_?si=B-49...2024-07-121h 10Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 52: HypnotherapyHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week we are going to talk about hypnotherapy. Yes! Hypnotherapy has been a very popular method to address trauma, especially childhood trauma and help with addiction recovery. RTT hypnotherapist and emotional healer Karoline Fischer, kindly accepted to be my guest to educate us on the topic. As usual follow us on social media and support us on PatreonWhere to find Karoline:Website: https://www.whyhypnotherapy.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/whyhypnotherapySupport the showFollow Us on...2024-05-2448 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 51: Spiritual AwakeningHello and welcome back to another episode of StR!This week I have a incredible gift for you guys! An 1h20min long episode with Luis, my sponsor's sponsor who holds a weekly Big Book study at a local meeting. On the agenda, what is a spiritual awakening and what it means to be spirituality fit. Please enjoy! As usual follow us on social media and support us on Patreon Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/S...2024-04-191h 21Stairway to RedemptionSpecial Episode: 1 Year Sober AnniversaryHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption.This week, we are releasing the audio of the our first live episode recorded March 10th. I'm joined by the usual suspects Katie and Rich. On topic, my first year sober anniversary: the challenges I faced and my observations for the future. As usual follow us on social media and support us on Patreon!Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/StairwaytoRedemption)To Contact Us:2024-03-2456 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 50: Pre-Existing ConditionHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption.Episode 50! Wow we made 50 of these. Well in this episode I welcome my good friend and workout partner Amanda. In addition of being a kick-ass gym goer, Amanda suffers from type-1 diabetes. She's going to share with us what it is like to navigate life, especially her relationship with alcohol given her condition. As always follow us on social media and support us on Patreon!Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:2024-03-0450 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 49: Queer and SoberHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption.My guest this week is Mercedes. Mercedes identifies herself as queer, in addition of sharing her story, she tells us what it is like for her to navigate the sober space. She also discloses the setbacks she had in her recovery. As usual, please follow us on social media and support us on PatreonSupport the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/StairwaytoRedemption)To Contact Us:2024-02-1659 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 48: Find Your SanctuaryHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption,This week, in the very first episode of the year 2024, I have a very special guest. My trainer and kickboxing coach Filipe. I mentioned him in previous episodes and on my Instagram page on how instrumental to my recovery he has been. Well, I figure it was time to have him on the podcast. With a dear friend of the podcast, Rich, the three of us talk about what fitness means to us. As usual follow us on social media and support us on Patreon. Enjoy!2024-01-121h 16Stairway to RedemptionSpecial Episode: Round Table 4 (End of 2023)Hello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption!This is it folks! The last week of 2023. What better way to end the year with a round table episode. I'm joined by the usual suspects Katie and Rich. We're talking about our not only accomplishments the past year, but our challenges as well as our expectations for 2024. I would like to thank you guys again for the support and wish you happy holidays and happy new year!Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)...2023-12-291h 10Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 47: CollegeHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption!This week my guest is an old college friend of mine, Brian. Brian reached out to me few months back when he listened to the podcast for the first time and told me that he is in recovery as well. In this episode, in addition of sharing his story, Brian and I discuss how the college drinking culture we were part of might have led us where we are today. As usual follow us on social media and support us on Patreon. Enjoy!Support...2023-12-221h 02Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 46: Dual DiagnosedHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption!This week my guest is author and entrepreneur Tyler, who is going to talk to us about dual diagnosis. The term is used to refer to those who, in addition of suffering from an addiction, were also diagnosed with a mental illness. In this episode Tyler is going to take us through his recovery journey and the challenges he had to face to keep himself spiritually fit. Enjoy!Tyler's websitehttps://tylerwittkofsky.com/Tyler's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWittkofsky2023-12-1553 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 45: Solo Episode VIIIHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week I'm riding solo. Another solo episode was long due. On the menu, my state of the mind address, the 1-year anniversary of the podcast, what I have plan for year 2 and the books I've been reading to strengthen my sobrietyDry Humping by Tawny Larahttps://a.co/d/aZWkulJHow to Listen with Intention by Patrick Kinghttps://a.co/d/4PHRZO5Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Golemanhttps://a.co/d/gbSf2Dr2023-12-0330 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 44: Do It for YourselfHello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption!This week I have a dear friend of mine on the mic. My roommate from in-patient: Edwin. Edwin celebrated his 1-year anniversary over the summer. In this episode, he shares with his story, his journey in recovery and his way to keep his mind spiritually fit. Enjoy!Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/StairwaytoRedemption)To Contact Us:stairwaytoredemptionpodcast@gmail.com2023-11-1757 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 43: Holistic ApproachHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption.This week my guest is Brittany. Brittany is the founder of Faithful Fitness by Brittany & Holistic Nurse Coaches. She has a true passion for guiding others to prioritize their well-being so that they can fulfill their life’s purpose with peace and passion. She is going to educate us on the fundamentals of holistic health. Enjoy!Brittany's websitehttps://www.holisticnursecoaches.com/Brittany's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/holistic_nurse_coaches/Support the showFollow Us on...2023-11-1056 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 42: Sober DatingHello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption.This week I have an illustrious guest, the famed sober sexpert herself: Tawny Lara. Tawny released her book Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. After reading it, I had the opportunity to ask her several questions on the intricacies of sober dating. Enjoy! Tawny IGhttps://www.instagram.com/tawnymlara/?hl=enTawny's book on Amazonhttps://a.co/d/4AKw8mtSupport the showFollow Us on Social Media:2023-11-0353 minStairway to RedemptionEpisode 41: InterventionHello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. After a long hiatus we are back with a very special episode. This week I welcome two dear friends without who I wouldn't be here talking to you. Neil and Tomo are the friends who called my mom in a desperate effort for me to finally get some help. I mentioned them in previous episodes and it was only a matter of time before they got their own episode. Please enjoy and as usual follow us on social media and support us on PatreonSupport the...2023-10-271h 12Stairway to RedemptionEpisode 40: No Matter WhatWelcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week I have Joe D on the mic. I have met Joe shortly after getting out of rehab at a 12-step group that meets on the beach. He helped founding that group during COVID at a time when Zoom meetings were not a thing yet. He shares with us his journey in recovery. As always follow us on social media and support us on Patreon.Support the showFollow Us on Social Media:Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption)Support Us:Patreon (https...2023-09-2248 min