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For Love of RecoveryEx-cop in recovery creates hope on fentanyl frontlines (with Brock Bevell)Brock Bevell takes us inside his journey—from working as an undercover cop to battling opioid addiction, and ultimately, to becoming a recovery advocate for the Mesa, AZ community.After a career-ending injury and medical retirement, Brock didn’t just lose his job—he lost his identity. He opens up about the mental health spiral that followed, his doctor’s flawed belief that cops are somehow immune to addiction, and the devastating moment he realized he had become the very person he judged while on the job..This isn’t a story about rock bottom—it’s a story...
2025-06-0151 min
THE M2 THE ROCK SHOW - Michael MolthanEx Cop - Brock Bevell - Fighting Fentanyl On The StreetsIn this conversation, Michael Molthan interviews Brock Bevell, the founder of the Fentanyl Project, who shares his personal journey from addiction to recovery and his mission to educate the public about the dangers of fentanyl. Brock discusses the dual nature of fentanyl, the impact of his undercover work as a police officer, and the awakening that led him to sobriety. He emphasizes the importance of service in recovery and offers insights for families dealing with addiction. In this conversation, Brock Bevell and Michael Molthan delve into the complexities of addiction, focusing on the underlying trauma that often drives individuals to...
2024-11-1048 min
Don’t Hide The Scars. Presented By PAIN: Parents & Addicts In NeedFentanyl In The Illicit Drug Supply, Harm Reduction Realities & Follow The Money With Brock BevellParents & Addicts in Need’s Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with Brock Bevell. Brock and former Arizona Cardinal Max Hall have the podcast, Agents of Recovery and then they opened Victory Recovery, a counseling center for recovering addicts.
We discuss the challenges of helping people get treatment when the illicit fentanyl supply is being mixed into the entire drug supply. As well we also talk about the large amounts of government money that is being spent on methods of harm reduction that don't actually present the suffering addict with the opportunity to seek real tr...
2023-08-2149 min
Stories of Hope AZOvercoming Opioid Addiction - Brock BevellBrock Bevell is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from injury. The injuries caused him to endure numerous knee surgeries and constant rehabilitation. To deal with the pain, he was prescribed Opioids. It was at this time, that Brock’s addiction took control of his emotions and he began to spin out of control, and he proceeded to self-medicate. This is Brock’s story of recovery and founding a safe counseling facility for individuals on this journey to and of recovery.
Original release date: Dec. 22, 2022
2023-07-1530 min
Spartan Leadership with Josh KosnickFentanyl: The Drug That's Killing More Americans Than Guns and Cars Combined with Brock BevellNew Podcast Episode OUT NOW!Are you familiar with the fentanyl epidemic happening in America right now? In this episode, we discuss the opioid epidemic and the growing threat of fentanyl. I talk to Brock Bevell, a retired cop and a recovered opioid addict who is now in a mission to save lives and help people combat addiction about the crisis to gain a deeper understanding of the issue and it’s effects to families, communities and the country. We also take a closer look at the current efforts being mad...
2023-01-311h 03
Spear TalkBrock BevellFor episode 137, we welcomed Brock Bevell to the show! Brock Bevell is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. As a coping mechanism, to deal with the pain, he was prescribed opioids which sent him into a downward spiral. Brock did prevail in his battle with addiction. He is the co-founder of Victory Recovery (AZ) which provides addiction and mental health services and is currently at the forefront of bringing awareness to the current fentanyl crisis in America. Brock is also host of the Chase the Vase podcast on all p...
2023-01-1259 min
Spear TalkBrock BevellFor episode 137, we welcomed Brock Bevell to the show! Brock Bevell is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. As a coping mechanism, to deal with the pain, he was prescribed opioids which sent him into a downward spiral. Brock did prevail in his battle with addiction. He is the co-founder of Victory Recovery (AZ) which provides addiction and mental health services and is currently at the forefront of bringing awareness to the current fentanyl crisis in America. Brock is also host of the Chase the Vase podcast on all p...
2023-01-1258 min
Don’t Hide The Scars. Presented By PAIN: Parents & Addicts In NeedBrock Bevell | From Undercover To Recovered, Informing Parents, Overdose and Mindset Of The AddictFor more on Parents & Addicts In Need, to follow on social media, the Don't Hide The Scars Podcast, to get involved, or to donate https://linktr.ee/painnonprofit
Parents & Addicts in Need’s Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with Brock Bevell. Brock and former Arizona Cardinal Max Hall have the podcast, Agents of Recovery and then they opened Victory Recovery, a counseling center for recovering addicts.
Bevell’s story is much different than most, yet much the same. Run over while on duty as a Mesa police officer, he went to see a docto...
2022-11-1355 min
Laughing Without Liquor249 Becoming Proactive with the Fentanyl Crisis with Brock BevellOn this episode of the "Now What?!" Society Podcast, Tamar and Lane talk about about the fentanyl crisis with their friend Brock Bevell from Chase The Vase and Victory Recovery.Topics on today's show:Why it's important to discuss fentanyl and the dangers of it with your kids. When it's time and how to open up tough conversations with your kids. How easy it is for anyone to get hooked to opiods. Just Ask Us We love to have fun on the show and we encourage our listeners to be a part of...
2022-10-2454 min
Angry Me ProductionWHAT THE HELL? Special Guest Brock Bevell of Chase the Vase Podcast#motivation #podcast
Brock Bevell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brockbevell/
Chase the Vase Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5SR3obOhh38Wd2astbZc8x?si=c170a0f0272a4300
2022-10-231h 01
Chase The VaseThe Lies, The Truths & The Insanity Of Addiction.On this episode of the Chase The Vase/Victory Recovery Podcast, I speak with Laura Palmer about the insanity of addiction. Laura was spending over $300.00 a day and consuming "10 perc 30's on a good day." Laura's addiction began to spin out of control and when she needed to cover a drug debt, Laura made the decision to steal money from a family member. The insanity of addiction supports our poor decision making!
Laura was arrested and charged with theft. She was subsequently arrested and sentenced. After being released, she immediately used pills to control the pain of d...
2022-09-2937 min
The Disruptors with Brian SandersEpisode #8 Guest: Brock Bevell - Disrupting Addiction, A Story Of RedemptionB.C. & Ski welcome former police officer Brock Bevell. Brock talks about being forced to medically retire from law enforcement after being run over while on duty. To cope with the physical and emotional pain Brock turned to opioids and became addicted. Tune in to hear his powerful story of redemption and perseverance. Brock is now a drug and alcohol recovery expert. He has embraced his calling to be a shining light in a dark world. Brock is the host of the Chase The Vase Podcast.
2022-07-311h 13
Chase The VaseProper Prior Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance with Brock BevellI started the 75 hard and refused to go backwards. Creating the right mindset to accomplish all the tasks had to be set at day one. But, as you know, there are so many justifiable reasons to quit.
Here are the three most repeated reasons people quit in recovery, in the weight loss journey, at church, school or any other valuable goal.
1. I don't have time.
2. I'm not motivated.
3. I don't know where to start.
There are solutions to each of these justification. Make a plan and script it. Stick to t...
2022-06-1922 minChase The VasePTS(D) Is Not An Incurable Disease, It Is An Anxiety Disorder! With Brock BevellPTS is a highly discussed topic amongst first responders. We carry external and internal wounds that never seem to heal. It is my hope that this episode will help anyone suffering with PTS understand that it is an anxiety disorder and not an incurable disease.
There are four common symptoms that accompany PST. They are:
1. Re-Experiencing the event.
2. Avoidance: Avoiding the people, places or situations that remind us of the event.
3. Hyperarousal: Felling on edge on on Red all the time.
4. Negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself and others.
...
2022-06-1022 minChase The VaseWe Can't Just Pray Our Way Out Of Addiction with Brock BevellThis podcast episode covers a very tender topic and I hope that I was able to express my viewpoint as a follower of Christ. Yesterday, I was called to do a wellfare check on a friend of mine who is actively struggling with alcohol. When I arrived, it was obvious that he was highly intoxicated and was in no position to carry on a conversation. As I got up to leave, he said, "Brock, how did you beat your addiction?" I realized that this was not the time or place to hold this conversation.
I, like many...
2022-04-2018 min
Forged In The Fires Podcast with Fireman RobEpisode 122 - Forged in the Fires Guest - Brock BevellOne of my favorite people in the world is Brock Bevell. He and I could take for hours, but we kept it to 40 minutes of great content for you.Brock Bevell is a well-regarded family man with 7 children, six daughters and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. The injuries caused him to endure numerous knee surgeries and constant rehabilitation. To deal with the pain, he was prescribed opioids. After months and months of therapy, the department and doctors made the determination that his in...
2022-04-0542 minChase The VaseWhy Won't Some In Active Addiction Leave Me Alone, With Brock BevellThere is a phenomenon that has slithered it's way into the recovery space that plagues many. This topic of conversation is not popular but needs to be discussed.
It occurs when those in active addiction begin to marginalize, justify or minimize the need for active recovery. These folks take up a charge to destroy those in recovery, because they themselves cannot reach it. You see these individuals on social media blasting those who share their recovery story or daily progress.
They create the vibe that being "kinda sober" or "cutting back" is a viable recovery solution. Don't confuse my energy wi...
2022-03-2519 min
Scott H Silverman's Happy HourBrock Bevell-Chase_the_Vase-March_16_2022From his Bio--Brock Bevell is a well-regarded family man with 7 children, six daughters, and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. For the next few years, Brock struggled with being retired. The day after turning in his equipment, he felt ostracized and not a part of the brotherhood. This was a huge blow to his ego, one day your chasing bad guys, and the next your picking up your kid’s toys. It was a difficult transition. It was at this time that Brock’s addiction took...
2022-03-1727 min
Behind The ShieldBrock Bevell - Episode 584Brock Bevell is a retired law enforcement officer and the man behind the "Chase the Vase" Podcast. We discuss the impact of childhood trauma, his journey into policing, his own powerful addiction story, the Fentanyl crisis and so much more.
2022-03-061h 47
Better Call Daddy209. Addiction, Recovery, And The Babysitter Murders! Brock BevellReality can be harsh especially for an undercover cop! Today’s guest, Brock Bevell, says time does not heal violence and we are only as sick as our secrets! If we don’t break the cycles they can repeat. Family can be a struggle! If we don’t talk about it, then why did we experience it?
Today we are investigating trauma, pornography, abandonment, religiosity, murder, and grief of a sister we don’t talk about. Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.
Brock Bevell is the host of the Chase The Vase Podcast. Brock is a retired...
2022-03-021h 27Chase The VaseSenator Marsh's Loss Inspires Self Care For Those Struggling With Fentanyl.'It doesn't ever go away': Arizona state senator shares grief after son's overdose death and her mission to protect others from fentanyl. Her youngest son, Landon Marsh, died of a drug overdose in May. He bought a street drug laced with fentanyl, Marsh said, and it killed him.
Senator Marsh stressed that her son was not an addict, but in 2020 he decided to take a Percocet pill, not knowing it was laced with fentanyl.
"It's hard to talk about without getting emotional," said Marsh, adding that the tragedy put opioid abuse at the forefront of...
2022-03-0233 min
The Persistent RumorCHOCOLATE CHAT WITH GUEST BROCK BEVELLChocolate Yoddah and guest, Brock Bevell, discuss the challenges of manhood, and strategies for improving your life. This is an important episode.Brock's Linkshttps://www.chasethevasechallenge.comhttps://www.instagram.com/brockbevellFollow Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersisten...The Persistent Rumor Swaghttps://ThePersistentRumor.square.siteAudio Podcast Linkshttps://persistentrumor.com/podcastInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com...
2021-12-2553 min
The Porn Addict's WifeBonus: The Addiction Cycle: Interview with Brock BevellI am so thrilled to bring you this interview I did with Brock Bevell! He is a retired police officer who struggled with an opioid addiction and a pornography addiction and he now helps other men conquer their own addictions! In this episode, he and I sit down and he gives an inside look at pornography addiction from the point of view of the addict and breaks down the addiction cycle. Go listen to the whole thing and follow him for more information on how your husband can work with him in his online program! To stay u...
2021-12-091h 00
The Off Duty Podcast - Law EnforcementI Realized Nobody Was Coming to Save Me - Brock Bevell - EP 67This interview with Brock Bevell, a former police officer from Arizona falls inline with my recent episodes, meaning the mental health realm. Brock is a recovering alcoholic and porn addict and he has a story that not only first responders need to hear, but it's one that anyone fighting addiction need to hear.Brock has took his addiction and sobriety and has used it to help other first responders.ABOUT BROCK BEVELL: Host of Chase the Vase PodcastDirector Of Operations at Chase The VaseKeynote Speaker7.5 yearsFrom ArizonaFOLLOW BROCK:...
2021-12-0649 min
The Gametime GuruEpisode 224: Brock Bevell - Addiction in Sports**As mentioned in the podcast, for those living in Idaho, there will be an amazing event at the Ford Idaho Center regarding Mental Health and Suicide Awareness!! Check out the details at https://www.connectionisthecureidaho.org/ ** You truly never know what's going on with people behind the scenes. For Brock Bevell, he had a great career as an Undercover Cop, a great family, and was faithful in his religion. But when his career abruptly came to an end, he was searching for something deep inside his soul, to be able to have the same "rush" he had...
2021-12-0351 min
Listen, Learn & Love Hosted by Richard OstlerEpisode 478: Brock Bevell, Solving Opioid and Pornography AddictionsMy friend and podcast host Brock Bevell (married active Latter-day Saint) shares his long journey to end his pornography and opioid addictions. Brock, a retired Mesa Arizona Police Officer, shares how pornography use and then opioid use came into his life. Brock then shares the hard work (along with Christ) to put these addictions behind him. Brock is honest, direct, candid with his story --- which is full of hope and real-life principles to help others.
Brock hosts a podcast called Chase the Vase (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chase-the-vase/id1543306831) with stories of others putting addictions behind them...
2021-11-161h 03Chase The Vase"Special Episode"-Mind Over Mental with Brock BevellI want to look act and feel like a million bucks, but I have a minimum wage work ethic!
In order to accomplish great things, your alter ego has to go. There is no way we can be consistently consistent with the negative voice fighting the process. We have to learn to set the alarm and do. Not set the alarm, push snooze and then go back to bed.
Each time the voice wins, we loose power. We give our power away until it becomes too difficult to overcome it. Prime example is January 1st o...
2021-11-1115 min
Focused on ForwardChasing the Vase ft. Brock BevellChasing the Vice
This week on Focused on Forward I talk with Brock Bevell from the podcasts Chase the Vase and Agents of Recovery.
Brock is a former Police Officer who was on Anti-Drug Task Forces, and working to get drugs off the streets. Unfortunately, due to injuries received over the years in the field, he was medically retired.
And thats when the trouble with prescription pain medications started. The irony here is that the officer who had spent his career trying to remove drugs from the street, was now fighting his own fight with addiction.
Brock...
2021-09-2043 minChase The VaseTravis Whittaker opens up about his recovery journey and how finding sobriety saved his life!In this week's episode, Brock is joined by Travis Whittaker (Vice President Of Clinical Outreach at True Recovery) to talk about how playing sports filled a void in his childhood, why an injury introduced him to opioids, and how opioids almost took his life.
Travis opens up about the self-destructive ways that he was sabotaging himself, some of the worst times in his addiction, and what his rock-bottom looked like.
Travis also shares the process he went through in order to achieve his twelve years of recovery, how his relationship with his wife and his s...
2021-09-1831 minChase The VaseArrowyn Ambrose and the resilience toolkit.Arrowyn Ambrose is an Advanced Certified Facilitator of The Resilience Toolkit, Certified Teaching Artist, and Certified Race Equity and Healing Justice Facilitator. She has studied Viola Spolin’s long-form organic improvisation, creative writing, addiction, and group dynamics. With a background in the creative and performing arts, Arrowyn believes in the healing power of story and is passionate about ethical storytelling along with trauma-informed and resilience-oriented recovery, parenting, and social justice.
Brock and Arrowyn take a dive into trauma and recovery. It is difficult to heal if your holding onto your baggage. Arrowyn provides three tools that will he...
2021-09-1442 minChase The VaseBattling alcoholism, addiction, depression, and trauma, we did too? From the thin blue line to the thin white walls!Are you battling alcoholism, addiction, depression, or trauma? We have two. Keith Knotek and Brock Bevell share the good life on the other side of fear, addiction, sorrow and sadness. This life is not possible without surrendering to Christ and having a daily spiritual connection with God.
These two share words of wisdom, love, redemption and the way Christ has saved us from utter destruction. Brock and Keith have both struggled with PTSD, addiction and trauma as a result of working as Police Officers.
The goal of this podcast is to shine light on the r...
2021-08-1743 minChase The VaseDay 4: How do I approach an addict, what if it's not safe!In this quick episode, Brock shares the idea behind the "Take 10 Initiative." The goal of the initiative is to slow down the overdose rate. 93,000 in 2020 and 2021 is on schedule to be record breaking. That is 255 humans an hour or better said, 10 an hour are losing the battle.
The "Take 10 Initiative" is geared towards bridging the gap between addiction and connection. We have to do more and we have to be better. No one is coming to save us. No One! It is our responsibility to reach out and lend a hand.
Brock shares ways to co...
2021-07-2005 minChase The VaseDay 3: What if I told you that the Opioid/Fentanyl epidemic is just getting started.The Opioid and Fentanyl epidemic has not reached it's peak point yet. In 2020, 93,000 men and women died from drug overdose and do you really think it is slowing down? No it is not. The borders are open, "blues" are being sold at an alarming rate and we can't slow it down.
We do not have the resources or manpower to stop the movement. We are so wrapped up into counting ballets, fighting about who won the the presidency, black lives matter, blue lives matter and recording TikTok's to worry about "The Silent Killer."
In this e...
2021-07-1814 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with LAPD officer and his wife, Marc and Teresa HildebrandHello everyone and welcome back to the Chase The Vase Podcast. Special thanks to all the brave men and women working in the battlefield. We thank you and support what you do.
On the podcast, we welcome Marc and Teresa Hildebrand. Marc is a veteran officer with the LAPD (Sergeant) and he and his wife Teresa have helped many First Responders and their families with the fitness and nutrition goals.
Has your loved one ever told you to, “Stop treating me like a suspect?” Has the job changed you? Has it altered your view of frie...
2021-07-0927 min
Dragon ForgeBrock Bevell - Fight Like DavidIn this episode we hear the story of Brock Bevell. Brock is a former police officer. He shares his story of addiction and recovery. This is truly an amazing story of will and dedication. Now he dedicates his life to serving and helping first responders.He has a podcast dedicated to this topic. Chase the Vase Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chase-the-vase/id1543306831.\He also has a challenge to help kick start change. It can be found at fightlikedavid.com
2021-07-0648 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Christopher Strom: He is the Author of "Brooklyn to Baghdad: An NYPD Intelligence Cop Fights Terror in Iraq."Christopher Strom, a man who has served his nation his entire life, 1st as a Marine, then as a member of the NYPD, and then as a contractor in Iraq. Cristopher Strom, is the author of the book about his life, “ From Brooklyn to Baghdad”. I had an amazing conversation with Christopher Strom on the 57th episode of, “Chase The Vase”. Christopher Strom, is an intelligence expert, with many years of experience in the NYPD. He brought this experience to hunt down the enemy in Iraq. Christopher Strom Book: https://www.amazon.com/Brooklyn-Baghd... If you enjoy podcasts and talk shows...
2021-07-0232 min
Recovery SurveyBrock Bevell: Chase The VaseBrock Bevell is a well-regarded family man with 7 children, six daughters and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. The injuries caused him to endure numerous knee surgeries and constant rehabilitation. To deal with the pain, he was prescribed Opioids. After months and months of therapy, the department and doctors made the determination that his injuries would prevent him from doing the job effectively and could place others at risk. It was decided that he would be medically retired from the department.
For the ne...
2021-06-3032 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Guiness World Record Holder, Fireman Rob!This episode was my weekly therapy session. Fireman Rob is an amazing human. From daily surviving post-traumatic stress disorder to breaking a Guinness World Record to being a dad, he lives his message and delivers the fire to the audience. Fireman Rob is known as a dynamic storyteller with an inspirational voice, on the courage to lead your life. He helps people become greater assets to themselves and others, with the ability to lead with courage, passion, and mental strength. Rob shares his activities performing search & recovery after the September 11th attacks. His message resonates with all ages and w...
2021-06-3033 minChase The Vase9-11 Remembered Through The Heart Of The Rescue!Erick Robertson was a First Responder Cadaver dog handler at Ground Zero in 2001. Over the past 20 years he has been able to interact with people across the country as he spoke about his time there and his work with Search and Rescue K9. Erick learned that a very large percent of the people he spoke to would never have the opportunity to visit the 9/11 National Memorial and Museum in New York City. From that knowledge he started a nonprofit foundation that has been building the largest mobile tribute exhibition in US history that will travel to an estimated 1400 locations...
2021-06-2542 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Richard Kaufman to discuss his Hero's Journey From Darkness to Light!Richard Kaufman is a retired Army Veteran who struggled with drug addiction, alcoholism, and homelessness after his career in the U.S Military ended prematurely by an accident that left him legally blind. He outlines his struggles in his book A Hero's Journey From Darkness to Light, which is available on Amazon.
Richard and I discuss drug addiction, life in the military, life in recovery and what it's like to have a relationship with a Higher Power. Richard's accident, recovery and redemption is grounded in persistence and tenacity. Richard's life has been saved for a calling bigger...
2021-06-2231 minChase The VaseSpecial Edition: Learn to Fight Like David!Brock is excited to share this podcast episode. This is the first one Brock did on his own without a guest. This one is special and personal to Brock. Over the next 30-minutes, Brock wants to take you inside the story of David and Goliath. He wants you to feel a part of the story and involved in the the battle. He wants to share tools that will arm you to identify, locate and ultimately attack your Goliath.
Goliaths have roamed the earth for as long as man has been here. they have taken on the form o...
2021-06-1633 minChase The VaseChasing the Vase with Technology and Violence expert, Lt. Col. Dave GrossmanI met Lt. Col. Dave Grossman in 2002 at a police conference. I attended as a participant after being involved in an officer involved shooting. Lt. Col. Dave Grossman was the presenter and he shared his philosophy of the phycological edge surrounding "police shootings." .
Lt. Col. Dave Grossman (retired) is the author of a dozen books including best seller ‘On Killing‘ and ‘On Combat‘. These books deal with the psychological effects of killing and war on soldiers. He was a Professor of Psychology at West Point, a former infantryman, paratrooper, and graduate of the Army’s Ranger School.
Gros...
2021-06-1557 min
The Mindset Evolution ShowBrock Bevell - From Addiction to Recovery & Success. The Must Have Mindset!My next guest is going to motivate and inspire you. Brock Bevell is living proof that anyone, including YOU, can overcome every obstacle life throws at you.Brock is a husband and father of 7 Children. He is a recovery coach and an advocate for those struggling with addiction. Brock has over 11 years of sobriety and 6.5 years working 1 on 1 with men and women who struggle with addiction.In 2001, while working as a Police Officer, Brock was involved in an accident where a mom was prostituting her daughter out for sex in exchange...
2021-06-1428 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Phoenix Police Officer Jason Schechterle.“I was responding ‘lights and sirens’ to an emergency call and was stopped at a traffic light,” Jason Schechterle recalls. He describes the event as part of an average, ordinary day in his life as a Phoenix, Arizona, police officer. Then a taxicab driver nearby suddenly had a seizure and lost control of his cab. He hurtled into Jason's patrol car at more than 100 miles per hour, resulting in an explosion, consuming the car and Jason in flames. In seconds, Jason’s life was irrevocably changed.
Jason is a hero in my book. After the accident, Jason had to end...
2021-06-1229 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with the first amputee in NY State Trooper history, Matt Swartz.We open up season 2, with Officer Matt Swartz. Matt grew up knowing he was goin to be a police officer. Both of his parents being Police Officers in their hometown in central upstate New York led him into police work. Matt started his carreer, first as Security Police in the NY Air National Guard, and then into civilian law enforcement. A few years later, Matt became a Trooper of the NY State Police. Where he responded to the terrorist attacks of 911. Matt was one of the Troopers sent to Ground Zero as the response began, thousands of first responders a...
2021-06-0640 min
Mr. Stutts: The Stuttering, Recovering AddictUndercover Cop to Addict to Recovery Champion - BROCK BEVELLWelcome back to the Mr. Stutts Podcast!
Today on the show, I am pleased to bring to you Brock Bevell, from Chase The Vase. Brock's story may seem different to some of us, but way too familiar to much of North America. Brock was an undercover cop in the world of narcotics. After an injury in the line of duty, he was introduced to the world of opiods as a user, by the sneakiest drug dealers out there, his doctors.
Brock tells the story of coming up as a police officer, what fighting drugs meant to him, and the fateful da...
2021-06-011h 18Chase The VaseChasing The Vase with Army Quarterback and Army Ranger Chad Jenkins.Welcome to the 50th episode of Chase The Vase. On this Memorial Day I am blessed to have Chad Jenkins on the Podcast. Chad was the starting quarterback for Army in the 2001 Army-Navy football game, not long after the Sept. 11 terrorist attack. The 34-year-old, is profiled in All American: Two Young Men, the 2001 Army-Navy Game and the War They Fought in Iraq, a Steve Eubanks book.
After football, Chad attended Airborne and the elite Army Ranger school. Soon he was leading men on combat patrols in Iraq. Chad and his men, had to deal with constant ambushes...
2021-05-3139 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Spartan7Adventure Leader Derek PriceOn the #49th Episode of Chase The Vase, I needed a re-due, another crack at Derek Price. Derek was my first guest on Chase The Vase and I wanted to tap into the mental aspect of his game.
Derek earned a scholarship to the University of Iowa and followed by a career in the NFL to play for the Detroit Lions. It was cut short due to a severe neck injury which required career ending surgery. Derek wasted no time post NFL departure getting his life on a new track and promptly enrolled into Life University College of...
2021-05-2830 minChase The VaseChasing the Vase with resiliency creator Jenna RoseEpisode #48, is packed full of amazing tools that can be implemented today in the life of anyone struggling with PTSD, addiction or resiliency. My guest Jenna Rose worked 10+ years as a psychotherapist treating high risk individuals with trauma & addiction. She became tired, drained & knew she wasn’t alone. The same intense, crisis oriented work that sparked her passionate fire is the same one that exhausted her. As a family member of several first responders, Jenna watched a similar process occur within them.
On this episode, Jenna and I talk about the struggle we all face when trauma, ad...
2021-05-2533 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Michelle HambyLosing one child to a heroin overdose if difficult enough, but losing two children to the same drug is unfathomable. On this episode of Chase The Vase, we speak with Michelle Hamby. Michelle's story is incredibly difficult to share. Michelle, lost her son, Chandler, and her daughter, Breana, to heroin. They were only in their 20s. In Breana’s case, police could have saved her life.
“Police did get here within two minutes, but they did not have Narcan in 2013,” Hamby said. “If they had had it, would they have been the ones that could have saved her?”...
2021-05-2131 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase With double amputee and competitive Spartan racer Kacey McCallister.Kacey McCallister is amazing human and guest on the Chase The Vase podcast. Kacey shares his story of hope and strength with you listeners. He said, "My life has never been one of calm indifference. From a very early age I learned that life is to be lived, not just survived. Even before the accident I knew life was an adventure. After the accident I found the ability to conquer unimaginable things. “I can do hard things” has been a way of life for me. I mean, who could imagine that a guy without legs could complete a 50 mile hike...
2021-05-1828 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with two time author and substance abuse leader Jesse HarlessOn episode # 44 of Chase The Vase Podcast, I spent time learning from Jesse Harless. As a young man, Jesse was addicted to opioids. Over the course of his addiction, he was arrested and federally charged with narcotic possession. This my friends, was only the beginning.
Jess speaks about drug addiction, mental toughness and the cure to sobriety! His rock-bottom moment led Jesse on an odyssey of following his intuition into the unknown, finding recovery, and helping others do the same.
Jesse is the author of, "If Not You, Then Who?, Jesse holds nothing back as he...
2021-05-1329 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Alana O'Hare.On this weeks episode of Chase The Vase, my guest is Alana O'Hare. She is a Rhode Island-based former TV news anchor and multimedia journalist who specialized in telling stories centered around policing, law enforcement and criminal justice. As a police wife herself, she and five other spouses founded the Rhode Island chapter of the National Police Wives Association. The group was formed in the summer of 2020 to fill a need during the height of protests and riots throughout the country following George Floyd's death. Now with over 400 members, the NPWA-RI offers police wives the support and education they...
2021-05-1130 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Jayson and Kara Ellingson. Come Skate with Jayke!On this episode of Chase The Vase, I spoke with Jayson and Kara Ellingson about the death of their 16 year old son Jayke. Jason and Kara shared with friends that Jayke had a true talent and passion for skateboarding and living life to the fullest. He continually encouraged others to get outside their comfort zones and not sweat the small stuff. His fun personality was contagious and helped make him so many friends everywhere he went.
As I spoke with Jayson and Kara, It was obvious that Jayke was an amazing human who was fighting some underlining medi...
2021-05-0632 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Host James Geering at Behind The Shield PodcastI have followed James on his podcast, "Behind The Shield" and have been impressed by his goal to, "Bring the greatest minds in wellness to the men and women who serve our communities."
James Geering spent fourteen years as a firefighter and paramedic, working on both the east and west coasts of America. He was born and bred in England, moving to America in 2002. James is an Exercise Physiology graduate and lifelong athlete. He is also the host of the Behind the Shield Podcast and the author of "One More Light- Life, Death and Humanity Through the...
2021-05-0435 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Heather Chaves from Blue Love.A social worker, wife and mom, Heather Chaves is also a mental health advocate and member of the blue line family. As a family member of law enforcement, Heather knows the challenges faced by police officers and their families. From struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction and more, Heather has an inside view of how the job affects not only the officers but their spouses, children, parents and siblings. Heather is married with two children and lives in Rhode Island. In addition to her career, she is also the cofounder of Blue Love, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting...
2021-04-2931 minChase The VaseChasing the Vase with Officer Scott MedlinScott Medlin, is an L.E.O, author and U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Operation Iraqi Freedom and owner of L.E.O motivation LLC. Scott has written two books that focus on the Mental Wellness of first responders. His first book, "Mental Health Fight Of The Heroes In Blue" discusses suicide awareness, the officers well-being, all while offering support to the troops.
His second book, "101 Health Tips For Police Officers" came out in October 2020. He started L.E.O. Motivation LLC shortly after writing this book. You can view Scott's useful, helpful and inspirational content in h...
2021-04-2725 minChase The VaseChasing the Vase with Firefighter comedian Jason PattonWelcome to the 38th podcast episode of Chase The Vase. Absolutely honored to have Firefighter and comedian Jason Patton on the show. He is the brainchild behind Fire Department Chronicles, a comedic video series with a hilarious take on the daily struggles of working as a first responder. A fulltime firefighter and paramedic in Jupiter, Florida, Patton’s videos, which launched in 2017, quickly struck a chord with viewers, amassing over 660,000 followers on Facebook, hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram and TikTok and almost 50,000 subscribers on YouTube.
On the surface, Patton’s content aims to spark a fit...
2021-04-2319 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Jen and Tom Satterly.Tom is a highly decorated combat veteran, having served in the Army 25 years, the last 20 in the US Military's most elite Tier One unit, Delta Force. He has been involved in, and led, some of our nation’s most important military campaigns.
Tom fought in and was portrayed in the Oscar Winning 2001 film: Black Hawk Down which was the longest sustained firefight since Vietnam. As a member of Delta Force, he has been deployed countless times and led hundreds of missions including the capture of Saddam Hussein. He is the recipient of numerous medals including 5 Bronze Stars an...
2021-04-2137 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Retired Officer Rodger Ruge.I'm thrilled to have Rodger Ruge on the podcast. He is a certified Human Potential Institute Coach (CHPC), Certified Stress Education Center trainer, podcast host at HeroTalk.org and law enforcement Master Instructor with 30 years of instructional design and facilitation. He is a retired police officer with over wo years in the trenches. He is a survivor of post-traumatic stress. After his career in law enforcement, he works with men and women who struggle with PTS(D) BY EMPOWERING others to the grandest expression of their Human Potential. His greatest joy happens while helping others get 'unstuck',
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2021-04-1534 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Chris KlingI am honored to share the microphone with recovery expert and interventionist Chris Kling. Chris is a United States Marine Sgt. that served with the 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment as an Infantry Platoon Sergeant until 1990.
After leaving the Marines, Chris was forced with living the "civilian life." He found the transition extremely difficult. He missed the structure and regime that the Marines had instilled in him and he became disheveled with civilian life.
The further he drifted from the Marines, the further he shifted his values of service and honor. Chris found himself smack...
2021-04-1436 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Award-winning producer.Conrad Weaver is an Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker, Podcast Host, Speaker, Producer, and Director with a passion for telling stories that matter. Conrad has been telling stories through documentary films for more than ten years and his films and work have taken him from the slums of Guatemala and orphanages in Ukraine, to the halls of Congress on Capitol Hill, and everywhere in between. Whenever Conrad takes on a film project he dives deep into the culture to get to know the story and become an expert on the subject. His films have won many prestigious awards including a Regional E...
2021-04-0826 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Danny ShannonMy guest today is Australian's most popular prison escape artist, Danny Shannon." As a teen, Danny was addicted to ice and heroin and was in and out of jail for drug-related offences for most of his life. Danny was involved in stealing cars, breaking into houses and being chased by police. All of this was a day in a life of his addiction.
Danny's most incredible chase occurred at the Sydney’s Silverwater prison. Danny told reporters, “I was participating in a religious program so of an evening, maybe 50 of us (prisoners) would be in the visiting area...
2021-04-0633 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Interventionist and Firefighter Chris DoyleChristopher Doyle is a New York Firefighter and recovering addict. He is the Host of The Why Intervention Podcast. Chris is an example of long-term recovery. Given his background in addiction and recovery, Chris believes he can save the lives of those struggling. Over the last six years, Chris has helped convince hundreds of fellow first responders and private clients to accept help for addiction through individual and family interventions.
Chris sheds light on the intervention process and provides amazing insight into the family struggle. Most understand that addiction does not discriminate. It attacks the wealthy, the...
2021-04-0133 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Tara NicoleMeet Tara. She is a grateful recovering alcoholic, a single mom to one incredible little boy. She is a child of an alcoholic. Her mom decided to no longer be a part of my life when she was 17 about 6 months after her dad died.
In high school she was labeled a party girl. Tara hung out with everyone or anyone who wanted to party. At 14 she was arrested for shoplifting and everything went downhill from there. She started cutting her wrists when she was 16. She grew up in a home where domestic violence was the norm. She...
2021-03-3128 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Matthew FiorenzaMatthew Fiorenza - Outreach Specialist-Firefighter/Paramedic
Matthew Fiorenza has been a Firefighter/Paramedic in Southern California for 18 years. After ten years on the job he began having issues with anxiety, stress, and depression and was later diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In an effort to self-medicate, he began misusing alcohol.
Additionally, Matthew sustained a back injury on the job, which required surgery. The post-traumatic stress, alcoholism, anxiety, and depression presented the perfect storm for Matthew as he found himself spiraling out of control with pain medication and alcohol while he continued to struggle...
2021-03-2527 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Michael KochMichael C. Koch is a former police officer/narcotics detective of 19 years. He first worked as a beat cop for first nine 9 of those years and then for as an undercover narcotics detective for 10. He knows what life and death look like in addiction as a result of the front row seat that inspired his dedication and career change. Michael understands the culture of being a First Responder and experiencing post-traumatic stress. He has dedicated his life to assist those suffering from PTS and drug and/or alcohol dependence with special emphasis with assisting First Responders.
In 2012...
2021-03-2342 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Erica SpiegelmanErica Spiegelman is an author, addiction and wellness specialist, and motivational speaker who works with individuals, couples, and families on personal growth and overall wellness.
In April 2015, Hatherleigh Press published "Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction & Recovery," which offers a completely new treatment modality focused on how individuals can rewire their brains, change their behavior, and bring about positive change in their lives. Praised by experts in the field, Rewired debuted as Amazon’s number one new release among drug and alcohol addiction books.
In 2017, the Rewired Workbook was published (Hatherleigh Press). This practical ma...
2021-03-1828 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Raul RivasRaul Rivas served 18 yrs with Swat team and served as an Assistant Team Leader. Raul was one of the Swat team members involved during the "Pulse night club incident" shooting in Orlando, Florida. Raul received an Award of Valor for his actions and involvement in the Pulse Incident. Raul retired from the Orlando Police department.
Raul was a field training officer and developed an interest in investigations and Swat. Raul spent 12 years in the robbery unit with cross sworn duties with FBI Safe Streets and ATF Violent Crimes task forces. At the same time, Raul was an assault team me...
2021-03-1658 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with David EsselDavid Essel’s mission is to help men and women feel more alive in life. David is a best-selling author, counselor, master life coach, all faiths minister, and inspirational speaker. David addresses issues that matter to you such as relationships, finances, depression, addiction, and anything that is keeping you from living your best life.
David shares his road to recovery and what it took for his to secured long lasting sobriety. David turned his mess into a message and now he shares his story with the masses. While we spoke, I felt as if i was in a t...
2021-03-1141 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Randy Grimes A former NFL center, Randy Grimes lived as everyone’s all-American—with a successful 10-year career for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a beautiful and devoted college-sweetheart-turned-wife, and two healthy children. But pain took over, and the prescription pills used to treat chronic injuries eventually led to playing in blackouts. When Randy’s career ended, the pills continued—feeding an opioid addiction that would last 20+ years and erode his identity, health, and family. When addiction claimed the life of a close friend, Randy finally found the courage to raise his hand and ask for help. This single decision reclaimed Randy’s life. The...
2021-03-0926 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Retired Fire Fighter Chris Fields.Chris Fields is the firefighter who tenderly cradled a baby girl killed during the Oklahoma City bombing. The photo of Chris carrying the baby has become one of the most iconic photo ever taken!
Chris Fields retired from the department after 31 years, 7 months and 16 days at the Oklahoma City Fire Department. He spent much of his life rushing to emergencies, but it was that one moment — captured in the searing photo — and the attention it garnered that shook him, impacting his mental health and family relationships.
In this podcast, Christ shares his struggles with post-traumatic stre...
2021-03-0438 min
Positive Connections RadioBrock Bevell: Former Undercover Cop: Identity Loss, Addiction and Recovery.Positive Connections Radio: E-54: Brock Bevell: Former Undercover Cop. Identity Loss, Addiction and Recovery.Brock Bevell became a police officer and like all First Responders survived through countless critical incidents and emotional stress and events that change his life. His last critical incident involved being run over by a suspect in a truck trying to escape arrest. Brock suffered career ending injuries and was medically retired as a police officer. Brock lost his identity as a police officer and got addicted to opiates for several years after being first prescribed them for his injuries. Brock...
2021-03-0241 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Michael SugrueMy next guest, Michael Sugrue, suffered for a long time until he asked for help. Michael began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force Protection, Anti-Terrorism, Nuclear Security, Foreign Air Field Assessments and Air Base Ground Defense.
Immediately after the Air Force, Michael was hired by the Walnut Creek Police Department where he served in a variety of assignments including: Patrol Officer, Driver Training Instructor (EVOC) Field Training Officer (FTO), SIU Detective, Undercover CA DOJ Narcotic Ta...
2021-03-0234 min
The Agents of Recovery PodcastBrock Bevell: Fit For DutyThis week, on the agents of recovery podcast, we hear Brock Bevell's story. Brock speaks openly about his life, his work as a police officer and undercover agent, which ultimately led him to addiction’s doorstep. Brock speaks about how important it is to stand up and take your place in recovery. He has figuratively broad shoulders by which he has carried his recovery, his work with those struggling with addiction, and the re-establishment of relationships. His is a story that brings out a sense of realism that will benefit anyone who has a loved one or if you yo...
2021-03-021h 08Chase The VaseChasing The Vase with Eric WilliamsWe are all faced with a "Standing Spot." It is the spot where big decisions are made. The spot where lives are turned around. It may be the spot where you decide to overcome addiction. The "Standing Spot" for Eric Williams was making the decision to leave the life of drugs, violence, and gangs to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in Canada.
His desire to be successful outweighed his desire for addiction. Eric "got out" of the criminal life to start his empire. From an early entrepreneur in sales, his greatest strength was his mindset.
2021-02-2542 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Angela PughOne of the most profound statements ever made to me about addiction, was made during this podcast. Angela said, "Addiction is a predator. Addiction attacks when we are alone, feel like crap and isolated." This needs to be foundational understanding. Addiction and recovery are in constant motion of one another. Recovery tale as much effort as addiction. It takes work and effort to heal.
Angela is a Master Coach, the Host of the Addiction Unlimited Podcast, and recovering alcoholic. Angela, "Changed her whole life when she got sober at 33 with nothing more than AA and a willingness...
2021-02-2339 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Jarrod AKA "Strength In Time"Had an amazing time hearing Jarrod share his journey from Addict to Peer Recovery Specialist. Jarrod is a Suicide Attempt Survivor. He was forced to make a U-Turn in life. He was on his way to death or prison. Jarrod focused on self-improvement during his recovery. He understood the importance of reading books that had purpose and could better his life. He learned about the law of attraction. Good in good out, bad in bad out! Jarrod made sure that his goals and motives were written down on a daily basis.
He is always focused on his...
2021-02-1925 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Norman CurtissWelcome to this week’s episode of Chase The Vase. Norman is a practicing pharmacist for approximately 8 years. As a young man, Norman struggled with substance use disorder with either alcohol, Adderall, or both. As a college student, he used Adderall and alcohol to assist him with the relentless grind of keeping up in pharmacy school.
Ultimately, Norman's addiction spiraled out of control and in July of 2019, he was arrested for diverting medication from the pharmacy where he was working. He was investigated by the DEA and formally charged. Norman re-focused his life and worked through the ch...
2021-02-1936 minChase The VaseChasing The Vase with Portia LouderHow did a mother of 5 living in Utah end up with 8 years in Prison? From an outsider looking in, Portia had it all figured out. She was married to a wonderful man, she was a devote member of her local church community, was supportive of her 5 children all while running a successful photography business. As her photography business began to take off, she dipped her hands into the real-estate market. Her business exploded and she became lost in the adventure.
Portia was ultimately investigated by the FBI and remarkably sentenced to prison on Federal charges. The journey...
2021-02-1137 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Kevin McCabeIn todays episode of the Chase The Vase Podcast, I am honored to share the microphone with legendary Arizona Sports Anchor Kevin McCabe. As a young child, I watched Kevin work Arizona sports. It was our hope that Kevin would show up to our school to highlight our teams accomplishments on the local sports wrap up.
During this time, Kevin was in active addiction and struggling to keep his addiction private. He was friends with Charles Barkley and was a local in the Who's Who in Arizona. From an outsider looking in, it appeared as if Kevin w...
2021-02-1033 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Jennifer Drake.Come check out episode #14 of the Chase The Vase Podcast. Today I am excited to speak with Jennifer Drake. Jennifer is a coach, a motivational speaker and trainer. She is also the Host of the "Falling in Love....With Yourself" Podcast. Jennifer is not an "addict" but is in love with one!
Jennifer has been dating an addict and has a ton of experience to share. She has been through the ups and downs of sobriety to relapse. She shares her personal journey dating someone addicted to drugs. In the beginning of the relationship, she was unaware...
2021-02-0432 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Pastor Ernie.This episode of Chase The Vase Podcast, sheds light on the power of making the next right decision. My guest, Pastor Ernie is a living testament that God has a plan for each one of us. He was brought up in "The Life" and walked, talked and experienced it. He knows what life is like inside and outside of the system. He was a major influencer in his neighborhood and was willing to die for the cause.
But as life has it, he was standing smack dab in the middle of a crossroad. Stay in or get o...
2021-02-0231 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Gentry Jones.On this Episode of Chasing The Vase, we dive into the struggle of being a single mom, raising children while struggling with addiction. After an incident at work, Gentry was forced to take a serious look into her drinking. She shares advice for those who have a loved one struggling with an addiction and how to talk about it. Looking back, Gentry wishes her friends and family would have taken a stance against her risky behaviors. As a mom of small children, her decisions were at times reckless and dangerous. She said, "at one point, her friends and family...
2021-01-2833 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Arlina Allen.Welcome to The Chase The Vase Podcast. My guest today is Arlina Allen. Arlina is a Life & Recovery Coach and the founder of Sober LifeSchool, and host of the award winning recovery podcast "The ODAAT Chat Podcast".
During her active addiction, a seed was planted by a friend in form of an invitation to attend a meeting. That seed grew along with her disconnect and frustration. There came a point in her addiction that she was so "soul tired and soul sick!" She needed direction and help. She needed a glimpse of HOPE! She found that hope w...
2021-01-2644 minChase The VaseChase The Vase With Soberfausto!What does it feel like to be one of the greatest jump rope artists in the world? Today on the Chase The Vase Podcast, you will meet this legend. Fausto trains with former Olympic wrestler Buddy Lee who is known as the fastest jump roper in the world. Fausto uses his story to teach us how hope and determination can change us. His struggle with addiction turned his life upside down. Shame, sadness, guilt, and anger fueled his life. Addiction caused him to lose everything. At one point, he was homeless trying to stay alive. It was at this...
2021-01-2234 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Brad Jensen "The Sober Body Builder."This episode of the Chase The Vase Podcast is epic! My guest is a professional nutritionist, father and part time comedien. Brad has walked the stage as a professional body builder and knows how to transform. Brad is a full time coach. His goal is to help men and women change.
Nothing is off limits with Brad. He is open about his path to sobriety. He was brought up by loving parents who did everything they could to help him find sobriety. They even financed thier home to send him to rehab. Brad's rock bottom was always c...
2021-01-1939 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with The Porn Addicts Wife!Jolene Winn (@Jolenewinncoaching) is a certified life coach for #ThePornAddictsWife. After learning about her husband's secret addiction to pornography several years into their marriage, she decided to seek help through personal growth and development. After learning the tools to free herself from her husband's addiction, she's determined to help other women in the same situation. She is now a full time life coach for women who have a spouse addicted to pornography. She and her husband, Rob, live in North Carolina with their 5 kids and love their life together.
This podcast is raw and emotional. Rob shares...
2021-01-1548 minChase The VaseChase The Vase With Max HallIn today’s episode of Chase The Vase Podcast, Honored to share the microphone with Max Hall. He is a former American football quarterback. After playing college football for BYU, he was signed by the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent in 2010. He played in a total of six games as a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) for the Arizona Cardinals. Max also spent the 2012 year as an assistant coach for BYU.
For those of us who love college football, we will remember the days of Max playing quarterback at BYU. His last second he...
2021-01-1235 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Charlie LeVoir.In this weeks episode of the Chase The Vase Podcast, we give you the opportunity to hear about the power of overcoming and finding purpose sober. Charlie is the host of The Way Out Podcast and is on his 222 episode. His love for recovery and sobriety is what fuels his obsession with sharing the strength and hope that comes from getting and staying clean. Charlie is a proponent of finding the necessary tools to stay sober and then to share those tools with others. Charlie found sobriety and a community within the halls of AA. He is a mentor...
2021-01-0754 min
The One Day At A Time Recovery PodcastBrock Bevell - Former Undercover Detective on Opiate Addiction, and Recreational RecoveryHey Friends, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. Today, my guest is Brock Bevell. Brock is a family man with 7 children, six daughters, and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. Today, Brock inspires thousands to overcome their struggle with drug addiction without medications and intensive rehabilitation. Brock shows a tremendous amount of courage by being so transparent about his addiction, having been a former undercover detective. I know from oth...
2021-01-071h 12Chase The VaseChase The Vase with Blu Robinson.From Addict To Athlete. The Mission of Blu and his team at Addict To Athlete is to establish and maintain recovery by promoting lifestyle changes through erasing addiction and replacing it with things of greater value. Blu is a leader and athlete in his community as well as a husband, father, therapist and coach to men and woman struggling with addiction. Blu openly shares his story of being brought up in a dysfunctional home. The mistreatment he faced by the hands of his step father(s) and the psychological warfare addiction and loneliness played in his life. Blu found...
2021-01-0551 min
The Way Out | A Sobriety and Recovery PodcastChase the Vase with Brock Bevell | The Way Out Podcast Episode 222In this installment of the Way Out we give you a truly rare and extraordinary opportunity to hear both sides of the proverbial war on drugs. We hear from the point of view of the undercover cop, who dedicates his life to the often dangerous and clandestine world of informants, drug dealers, and addicts – and how that can color their perception of those who suffer from addiction and alcoholism. Then, we hear from the addict, who didn’t intend to become one, but nonetheless finds himself in a knock down drag out battle with opioid addiction, even turning to sell...
2021-01-041h 15Chase The VaseChase The Vase with Pat and Megan PowersI am sure at some point, you've probably felt overwhelmed and embarrassed about your situation. You may try and hide your addiction from your community, but the pain it causes inside of the home is all encompassing. Megan has suffered from addiction for many many years. She has tried to recover on her own many times. She wanted to be a better mom, a better wife, a better human. But the addiction to alcohol and pills played a vital role in keeping her from being "the woman she wanted to be." She needed to experience freedom from addiction. In ea...
2020-12-2330 minChase The VaseChase The Vase with Ryan Huber.I met Ryan on a Facebook group after he shared his story. He shared the message to give others hope. He is on his way to long term recovery. Ryan shares how he lost "his soul in my addiction." His family was present as he fell deeper and deeper into his addiction. On September 2nd, 2017, Ryan attempted to take his own life by shooting himself in the chest with a 9mm. He lived through the event and is here to tell about his redemption story. There is hope.....there is always hope. I hope you enjoy Ryan's story.
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2020-12-1834 min
The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast88: Brock Bevell: A Former Undercover Police Officer Fights His Way Back From AddictionBrock Bevell is a well-regarded family man with 7 children, six daughters and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. The injuries caused him to endure numerous knee surgeries and constant rehabilitation. To deal with the pain, he was prescribed opioids. After months and months of therapy, the department and doctors made the determination that his injuries would prevent him from doing the job effectively and could place others at risk. It was decided that he would be medically retired from the department. For the next...
2020-12-151h 35Chase The VaseChase The Vase with Sean HintonOn this Episode of Chase The Vase, we speak with former teacher, high school football coach and heroin addict Sean Hinton. Sean's addiction became public when we was arrested for DUI and possession charges. During his active addiction, Sean was able to mask his battle of addiction by winning football games. In just two seasons, Sean's football teams were winning championships on the field while he was loosing the battle off the field.
In this episode, we take an in-depth look at Sean's addiction and what he is doing today to win the fight!
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2020-12-1326 minChase The VaseChase the Vase with Dr. Derek Price.Today on the show I have Arizona native, Dr. Derek Price. Derek is a retired NFL player turned addiction recovery expert. He is the CEO of Desert Hope Treatment Center . He works with and specializes in helping men and woman recover from addiction. He focuses on creating a recovery plan that works for the individual. Derek's approach is found to add value to those who enter into the program.
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