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Pondoff's Anonymous Grief, Phish, Fentanyl & Truth with Theresa Solsten🔥 Pondoff’s Anonymous – Show Notes 🎙️ Episode Title: Grief, Phish, Fentanyl & Truth 🎧 Guest: Theresa SolstenWho this episode is for:- Those addicted to drugs and/or alcohol - Families grieving someone lost to overdose — or what we’re calling it now: poisoning - Anyone carrying shame in silence - Men who’ve never been told they’re allowed to feel - Anyone who’s ever made a mess of their life - Phish fans and the Phish-curious ---

2026-02-232h 04 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Pondoff's Anonymous introduces Needed to Hear That with Chaz and PondoffPondoff’s Anonymous is on a one week break, but we didn’t want to leave you hanging…So today we’re sharing an episode of our newer show, *Needed to Hear That*.This one is a do not miss.If you’ve ever connected with what we try to do here, honest conversations, recovery, mental health, and the stuff people usually don’t say out loud, this podcast is absolutely for you.Subscribe to *Needed to Hear That* so you don’t...

2026-02-161h 33 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous When Addiction Stops Being Fun | Cocaine, Meth, Prison & Recovery with Triple XWho this episode is for:Those addicted to drugs and/or alcohol who still think they’re in controlPeople living double lives and calling it “functional”Anyone carrying childhood trauma they’ve never dealt withFamilies trying to love someone who keeps self-destructingAnyone who’s ever made a mess of their life and told themselves it was ambitionThis episode is not clean.It’s not polished.And it sure as hell isn’t motivational fluff.This is a full, unfiltered autopsy of addiction.Chris Pondoff...

2026-02-092h 57 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Gut Instincts and Second Chances with Sam LanderWho this episode is for:Those addicted to drugs and/or alcohol.Anyone rebuilding after wreckage—physical, emotional, legal.People whose guts are wrecked and spirits even worse.Ex-party people trying to become whole humans.Fitness freaks, trauma healers, and closet sugar junkies.Anyone who's ever made a mess of their life and needed to start over—again.Sam Lander has lived a few lifetimes in one. This episode goes hard into her journey—from synchronized swimmer and college partier to LA chaos and courtrooms to spiritual awakening and gut healing. She’s...

2026-02-021h 41 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Velvet Nights & Coke Eyes with Shawn VinsonWho this episode is for:Anyone who’s ever been owned by their addictionParents trying to fix what their kids won’t talk aboutBusiness bros who grind all day and snort all nightPeople trying to outrun their past (good luck)Anyone who’s ever made a mess of their life and called it “fun”The quietly curious — not in recovery (yet), but wondering what all the wreckage is really aboutThis week on Pondoff’s Anonymous, we go all the way in with Shawn Vinson — entrepreneur, ex-party monster, and the kind of guy who used to outdrink you, outwork you...

2026-01-261h 59 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous From Train Wreck to Captain Courage with George HansfordWho this episode is for:- Bar owners who can’t stop drinking their own profits - Anyone who thinks boating and sobriety can’t mix - Those living with the secret shame of family dysfunction - People who think recovery means giving up fun - Old-school St. Louisans with a soft spot for Trainwreck Saloon - Anyone who’s ever made a mess of their lifeIf you’ve ever built a life that looked good on paper but felt like a slow-m...

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The Morning After STL

The Morning After STL TMA (1-15-26) Hour 3 - The Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation(00:00-14:18) Joined in studio by friend of the show, Chris Pondoff and Mark Hinkle. Nervous to be around so much beefcake. Jeff and Mark talk about the 2nd year of their raffle to win tickets to The Masters benefiting Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation. Only 300 tickets available. Hootie made an appearance at Olive + Oak recently.(14:26-29:38) E-Mail of the Day(29:48-31:51) QFTA coming up at about 11:20 today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2026-01-1532 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Addiction, Grief, and Grace with Rene HudsonWho this episode is for:- Anyone who’s ever woken up wondering how the hell they survived their 20s- Former party girls turned spiritual gangsters- People in recovery who still laugh at their darkest stories- Anyone with complicated daddy issues- Midwest transplants trying to make peace with the lack of decent tacos- And most importantly: the still-struggling, the not-yet-sober, the ones who think it’s too late—this one’s for youAddiction, Grief, and Grace with Rene HudsonRene Hudson didn’t just dip h...

2026-01-121h 51 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Best of Season Two: Sobriety, Chaos, Healing & All the Shit in BetweenThis ain’t your tidy little self-help podcast. This is a molotov cocktail of truth, trauma, healing, heartbreak, and a whole lotta swearing. We’re cracking open some of the rawest, realest, and most *fuck-it-let’s-go-there* moments from Season Two. If you're not ready to get honest, bounce now.First up, Megan Gehrs and Bree Badgley are back after five years. These two come in hot—talking relapses, divorces, cookie cakes, sober birthdays, and how to sit in self-pity without drowning in it. Megan shares what it’s like staying sober with a fully stocked li...

2026-01-051h 59 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E45 A Mother’s Story with Shelly ViveritoA Mother’s Story with Shelly ViveritoWho this episode is for:- Parents who’ve lost a child and are still standing somehow- Anyone who’s ever loved an addict and didn’t know how to help- Folks who’ve been burned by shady recovery programs- Those struggling with meth, depression, or both- Anyone trying to make meaning from unimaginable grief- And anyone who’s ever made a mess of their life and lived to tell the taleThis one’s not for the faint of heart.

2025-12-291h 44 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E44 The F*ck Around Show Preview 2Welcome to the unfiltered chaos of Pondoff’s Anonymous, where recovery meets real life with no bleep button. This week, it’s a full‑house f*ck‑around session with Chris, Jeff, Zoe, and special guest Kenny “Iggy” Strode — the St. Louis radio legend with a sharp tongue, a broken filter, and a suspiciously high body count.You want deep? We’ve got deep. You want weird? Strap the hell in.Iggy drops stories from Bermuda beaches (where topless tourists get scolded by dudes in linen), explains how a freaky music review got him a nickname that’s...

2025-12-222h 05 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2E43 Anthony Slaughter on God, Guts, and Getting the Hell Back UpWho this episode is for:- Anyone who’s ever been fired and thought maybe I am the problem- People in recovery who still have a bottle whispering their name- Anyone working a toxic job and trying to smile through it- Foster parents or those considering the leap- LGBTQ+ folks living under labels that don’t fit- News junkies who wanna know what really goes down off-camera- And of course, anyone who’s made a flaming, glorious mess of their lifeSeason 2, Episode 43 – Anthony Slaughte...

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Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E42 Something to Write Home About: Recovery with Matt PryorSponsored by McKelvey Insurance and LightSource Psychotherapy.Who this episode is for: Anyone who’s ever tried to outrun their demons with a six-pack and a Stratocaster. Those who believe pain is the price of creativity. Anyone who's fallen down the rabbit hole of booze, bar tabs, and backstage passes. Recovering musicians, sober-curious punks, and people who've hit rock bottom with a guitar in hand. People who don’t believe in rock bottom—until they slam into it face first. And especially: anyone who thinks addiction is somebody else’s problem.Matt Pryor, frontman of The Get Up Kids, joins th...

2025-12-081h 25 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Before the New Show Begins: Chaz Franke on Pain, Healing & Growing the F*ck UpWho this episode is for:Those walking through the fire of addiction.Anyone who grew up in chaos and called it normal.Parents raising kids with trauma in their eyes.Social workers hanging by a thread.Therapists questioning if they’re helping or just absorbing.And anyone who's ever face-planted in life, looked up, and thought, “Fuck. Now what?”CHAZ FRANKE RETURNS: MENTOR, THERAPIST, TRAUMA SHERPAWe took last week off because of Thanksgiving—calm down, we're allowed to have lives. But to make it up to you, we're throwing...

2025-12-011h 32 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E41 The F*ck Around ShowIt’s the F*ck Around Show — and this one is the full buffet: trauma, texting, family dysfunction, emo heart emojis, and coffee that’ll punch you in the soul.Chris, Jeff, and Zoë go deep and unhinged in this raw ride through recovery, relationships, and roasting the sh*t out of each other (and themselves). From whether ghosts can be good friends to why Zoë refuses to text anyone back unless you’re sending emojis with flair, this episode hits all the avoidant-attached neurotic highs and lows.We get into how ACA (Adult Children of Alcohol...

2025-11-241h 42 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E40 Gray Area Drinking & Alcohol Freedom with Coach Allison BarberGet our coffee, Light in the Dark, now at http://pondoffsanonymous.com Sponsored by McKelvey Insurance and LightSource PsychotherapyWho this episode is for: People who drink to take the edge off but can’t figure out why it’s not working Moms barely holding it together while doing all the things Anyone juggling success and secret self-destruction Former athletes still chasing performance highs Folks in the gray zone between “I’m fine” and “I’m falling apart” And the ones who think it’s “just wine”This week, Chris, Jeff, and Zoe sit down with Allison...

2025-11-171h 35 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E39 Losing Everything to Find Recovery with Jake DunavantSponsored by:🛡️ McKelvey Insurance – https://www.mckelveyins.com🧠 LightSource Psychotherapy – https://findyourlightsource.comS2 E39 – Losing Everything to Find Recovery with Jake DunavantJake Dunavant shows up looking like a suburban dad with a Costco card. But don’t get it twisted. This man has walked through hell with a needle in his arm, kids in the next room, and nothing but chaos between him and redemption. A former union carpenter turned Senior Outreach Coordinator at Illinois Recovery Center, Jake is here to spill all the gut-punching, jaw-dropping, totally human details of his road from va...

2025-11-102h 12 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E38 Introducing Zoë MendenallWho this episode is for:Those navigating trauma like a damn obstacle course.Anyone who’s ever been raised by chaos and still learned how to laugh.People who’ve walked out of therapy like it was a bad Tinder date.Survivors of fucked-up families who still believe in healing.Anyone tired of tiptoeing around their own pain.Those who love a little irreverence with their recovery.And yes—even people who aren’t in recovery but have ever felt like a complete mess trying to hold their shit together.S2 E38 –...

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Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E37 Valeen & TiffanyEpisode 37 – The Sisters Who Survived: From Pills to PurposeWho this episode is for:Anyone who’s ever been told to “get your shit together.”Those battling addiction or loving someone who is.The ones who grew up too fast, numbed out too young, or ran too far.And the rest of you who think you’ve heard every addiction story out there—this one will make you shut up and listen.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests03:07 The Journey of Addiction: Early Experiences06:00 The Impact o...

2025-10-271h 29 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E36 Matt MiofskyPondoff's Anonymous - Episode 36 Show Notes Who this episode is for: Those in recovery, barely holding on, or trying to claw their way in People sober-curious but still actively using Families who’ve lost someone to addiction—or feel like they’re about to Anyone who’s been burned by a church and swore it off for good Spiritual seekers looking for something real, raw, and redemptive And anyone who’s ever thought, “There’s gotta be more to life than this shit” Episode 36 — Matt Miofsky: Building Church for the Fucked-Up and Searching This one’s not you...

2025-10-201h 17 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E36 Matt Miofsky Pondoff's Anonymous - Episode 36 Show Notes Who this episode is for: Those in recovery, barely holding on, or trying to claw their way in People sober-curious but still actively using Families who’ve lost someone to addiction—or feel like they’re about to Anyone who’s been burned by a church and swore it off for good Spiritual seekers looking for something real, raw, and redemptive And anyone who’s ever thought, “There’s gotta be more to life than this shit” Episode 36 — Matt Miofsky: Building Church for the Fucked-Up and Searching This one’s not your average e...

2025-10-201h 18 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E35 Scott Spiezio Pondoff’s Anonymous — S2 E35 — Scott Spiezio body{font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;margin:24px;color:#0f172a;background:#fff} h1,h2,h3{line-height:1.25;margin:0 0 .6rem} h1{font-size:1.8rem} h2{font-size:1.25rem;margin-top:1.25rem} h3{font-size:1.1rem;margin-top:1rem} .section{margin-bottom:1.25rem;padding-bottom:.75rem;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb} ul{margin:.5rem 0 .25rem 1.25rem} .mono{font-family:ui-monospace,SFMono-Regular,Menlo,Monaco,Consolas,"Liberation Mono","Courier New",monospace} S2 E35 — “Scott Spiezio: World Series Rings, Red Soul Patch, and Recovery” Who this episode is for: Those battling addiction or depression. Anyone who’s been crushed...

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Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E34 Sean KeeleyEpisode 34 – Pondoff's Anonymous Who this episode is for: Anyone deep in the bottle and lying to themselves The “functioning” alcoholics hiding bottles in the garage Friends or family watching someone drink themselves to death People in recovery who still white-knuckle their way through a gas station Anyone who’s ever told themselves “I’ve got it under control” People who don’t think they have a drinking problem—but maybe do 🎙️ Episode 34 – Breathalyzers, 99 Bananas, and One Man’s Relentless Fight to Stay Sober Sean Keeley joins Chris and Jeff (Jakob’s out for a month—he’s off getting married, congrats you beautiful b...

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Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E33 Taylor StreiffS2 E33 Taylor StreiffSponsors McKelvey Insurance LightSource PsychotherapyLinks Ben’s Friends St. Louis Taylor Streiff InstagramWho this episode is for Musicians who drink more than they practice Restaurant industry lifers trying to stay off the sauce Those battling anxiety, addiction, and the lies they told to cover both Family members supporting someone in recovery Anyone who's ever made a mess of their life and called it "normal"GuestTaylor Streiff — Musician, Former Heavyweight Boozer, and Proof That Recovery Can RockTaylor Streiff rolls into Pond...

2025-09-292h 00 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E32 Kristin CaseyWho this episode is for:Anyone who has loved an addict and didn’t know what to do. People drowning in codependency and calling it love. Addicts who swore they would never end up like their parents. Folks in recovery who still flinch at intimacy. And anyone not in recovery who keeps setting their life on fire and calling it growth.Kristin Casey shows up with zero filters. She is a recovering addict, former sex worker, author, and the ex-girlfriend of Joe Walsh from the Eagles. This is not a glamorized rock story. It is a br...

2025-09-221h 53 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E31 Tyrone HillWho this episode is for:Anyone who has OD’d and woke up to their dad’s eyes burning a hole through their soulAnyone still lying to themselves about being “good” while they’re dying insideThe hardened lifers who think recovery's just for weaklingsThose doing time (inside or outside the walls)Young people getting clean before they hit 30Anyone who’s ever made a mess of their life and thought, “Shit, this is just who I am now.”Tyrone Hill joins Chris, Jeff, and Jakob for a no-bullshit journey through the depths of addiction, prison cells, ov...

2025-09-152h 00 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E30 Just the BoysNext week we’ll return to your regularly scheduled programming. This week? We’re fucking off. No guest. No structure. Just Chris, Jeff, and Jakob bullshitting their way through Episode 30, all over the damn place.Some of it is pure inside baseball—pulling back the curtain on what it looks like to actually run this ship called Pondoff’s Anonymous. Behind-the-scenes sponsor talk, how the pod even keeps the lights on, and the realities of building something that’s equal parts chaos and mission.But it’s not all production c...

2025-09-011h 46 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E29 Mike MorrisonChris, Jeff, and Jakob sit down with Mike Morrison—a Kirkwood kid turned full-blown heroin hustler who somehow lived to tell about it. This one is heavy and hilarious in equal measure: psychedelic trips, fake draft dodges, junkie schemes, spiritual awakenings, and the hard grind of clawing out of the pit.We’re talking about a guy who went from listening to Hendrix on hash in the ’60s to shooting MDA in a shitty Missouri apartment, rolling Jeeps on barbiturates, scheming with check fraud, and nearly knocking over pharmacies for Dilaudid. And somehow, by the grace of God (o...

2025-08-252h 11 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E28 Shannon BradleyPondoff’s AnonymousEpisode: Shannon BradleyWho this episode is forAnyone who ever drank screwdrivers in 4th grade and called it “just weekends.”People buried in addiction or clawing their way out with bloody fingernails.Families of addicts who’ve been through the emotional woodchipper.People who confuse “love” with “attention” and keep paying for it in scars.Anyone who’s ever chased that warm-blanket drug feeling until it tried to kill them.Folks who think Franklin County tourism starts and ends at the jail.Episode summary Chris, Jeff, and Jakob fire up the...

2025-08-182h 20 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E27 Rafe WilliamsWho this episode is for: - Those deep in the pit of addiction, wondering if they’ll ever climb out - Folks who’ve seen the rock bottom but haven’t called it quits yet - Survivors of abusive homes who weaponized humor to survive - Anyone who’s ever stayed up for three days to “just keep drinking” - People still haunted by a childhood home wrapped in vines - Comedy fans who love stand-up that punches truth in the face - Anyone who’s ever looked...

2025-08-112h 46 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E26 "Kat"Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of trauma, antisemitism, abuse (emotional, physical, and sexual), drug use, suicidal ideation, and a suicide attempt. Listener discretion is advised.Who this episode is for:Anyone who’s ever tried to fill the void with drugs, booze, bad relationships—or all of the aboveTrauma survivors who are still standing (barely or proudly)Ravers who thought hiding drugs in the desert was a genius ideaParents wondering if thei...

2025-08-042h 14 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 Bonus: Jeff StevensOriginally from season one, we are excited to share this episode again. Jeff Stevens of WellBeing Brewing joined us back in 2020. We'll be back next week!

2025-07-2855 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E25 Karissa Jones (with Nathaniel Carpenter)Who this episode is for:Anyone who’s lost someone they couldn’t saveThose navigating addiction—from the inside or from the sidelinesSiblings who’ve had to be the strong oneMoms who’ve done everything and still blame themselvesAnyone who’s ever made a mess of their lifeEpisode 25 – “Jordan, Jack in the Box, and the Shit We Carry”Pondoff’s Anonymous is brought to you by:McKelvey Insurance – Real humans, no bullshit. Whether it’s personal or commercial coverage, they work with over 30 companies to find the best rate without screwing you over. Call or text 618-623-008...

2025-07-211h 43 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E24 Kelly Burton and Kevin Saak🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode includes frank and emotional discussion of childhood sexual abuse, addiction, relapse, hospitalization, and incarceration. It’s raw, real, and may be triggering for listeners with past trauma. We don’t hold back—because healing doesn’t either. Listener discretion is strongly advised.---Who this episode is for: – Anyone who’s ever looked in the mirror and thought, “What the actual f*ck am I doing with my life?” – People buried in addiction or dragging themselves out of it with broken fingernai...

2025-07-141h 40 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E23 Shaun Weiss aka Goldberg from The Mighty DucksS2 E23 - Shaun Weiss Show Notes Who this episode is for: Those addicted to drugs and/or alcohol Anyone who's ever woke up not knowing what city they're in (or why there's a meth pipe under their pillow) People who thought Goldberg from The Mighty Ducks just "fell off" Fans of 90s nostalgia with a side of real-life wreckage Anyone who's ever made a mess of their life (and wants a way out) S2 E23 - Shaun Weiss aka Goldberg from The Mighty Ducks You think you know Goldberg? Think again. Shaun Weiss joins the pod and rips...

2025-07-071h 12 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E22 Jeff BrennemanWho this episode is for:Anyone who feels like they were an alcoholic before their first drinkParents secretly hating the newborn phaseTherapists who drink alone and pretend it’s finePeople who nurse a beer until it becomes a personality traitAnyone who’s ever made a mess of their lifeEpisode 22: Therapist, Addict, Jesus-Lover — Jeff Brenneman Uncensored Strap in, degenerates. This one veers from Bible college to blackout whiskey nights, with a surprise stop for tea with the Taliban. Chris, Jeff, and Jakob welcome Jeff Brenneman, Clinical Director at Illinois Recovery Center. Once on track...

2025-06-301h 50 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E21 Chris and Angela Schenewerk Pondoff's Anonymous – Episode 21 Show Notes Who this episode is for: Anyone who woke up with a Great Dane puppy and no memory of ordering it The families still trying to love a tornado in human form Addicts who’ve checked into rehab more times than they can count (Angela’s got you beat) People in recovery, people out of recovery, people still circling the drain Folks not in recovery but who’ve ever made a mess of their life and are wondering, “Now what?” Chris and Jeff wrangle the now-married madness that is Angela and Dr. Chris Schenewerk—b...

2025-06-231h 45 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E20 The Science of Addiction | Pondoff's Anonymous x No Lions Here Crossover EpisodeCrossover Chaos: The Science of Addiction Who this episode is for: Anyone who’s ever stared down their own addictions Families who don’t get why their loved one can’t “just stop” The “I’m not an addict, but I totally have addictive behaviors” crowd People obsessed with the science behind why their brains keep screwing them over Therapy nerds, recovery warriors, and dudes who need to get over being "too tough" to talk about emotions And of course — anyone who’s ever made a complete dumpster fire of their life 🎧 Crossover Chaos: The Science of Addiction — Jakob Miller x Big Panda This on...

2025-06-161h 05 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous BONUS: Cristina Preston Re-Release Pondoff’s Anonymous – Cristina Preston Episode Who this episode is for: Anyone outworking pain in the gym Folks from good homes who wrecked their lives People with pasts they swore they’d never share Anyone who’s felt like a fraud—addict or not Church kids hiding chaos behind smiles Chris is on a Staten Island ferry, pizza grease on his fingers, yelling at Lady Liberty and eating humble pie ‘cause the remote-record plan tanked. But that tech fail is your gain—because we’re re-dropping a raw convo with Cristina Preston: fitness model, news junkie, steroid-using bodybuilder, tra...

2025-06-092h 18 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E19 Angela SchenewerkWho this episode is for:• Anyone battling booze, burnout, or both• Moms hanging on by a thread with a wine glass in hand• Those who think “functioning alcoholic” means everything’s fine• Anyone who ever woke up and said, “How the hell did I get here?”• People not in recovery who’ve ever run from themselves and called it “freedom”Episode Title: "Closet Wine & Corporate Flights: Angela’s Fight for Herself"Angela Schenewerk shows up and blows the roof off. From Cahokia childhood to hidden booze bottles in adulthood, she takes us through what it’s l...

2025-06-022h 19 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E18 Christopher Schenewerk, M.D.Who this episode is for: Anyone who thinks addiction can't touch high-achieving professionals 🧠💉 People who think "functioning alcoholic" is a badge of honor 🥃🏆 Those stalling on help because \"work is too busy\" 🏃‍♂️📅 Anyone who's survived a brutal divorce 💔 Healthcare workers, therapists & rehab skeptics 🩺🧪 Family members who don’t get why their addicted loved one keeps spiraling 😔👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 People NOT in recovery but know they’re circling the drain 🚨🌀Dr. Chris Schenewerk is in the building. And if you think doctors are immune to the wreckage addiction brings, buckle the hell up. Chris, Jakob & (a Jeff-less) Pondoff dive into a no-holds-barred convo with the Medical Director of Illinois Re...

2025-05-261h 50 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E17 Victory Palmisano-BrucknerGuest: Victory Palmisano-Bruckner – Hollywood Producer, Stunt Industry Survivor, and Daughter of a Vietnam Vet/AddictWho this episode is for:Anyone with an alcoholic parent or a complicated grief storyDaughters who loved their dads even when it hurtFolks haunted by the war they never fought inSurvivors of church trauma, spiritual abuse, and Hollywood bullshitCreatives chasing their own IP dream (and still broke)Anyone who’s ever loved someone they couldn’t saveAND anyone not in recovery who thinks “just stop drinking” is solid adviceThis one hits the gut and the funny bone in equal measure.

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Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E16 Kurt GarnerWho this episode is for:Those gutted by playoff heartbreak.Anyone who’s blacked out and called mom from jail.Teachers who taught Spanish while sweating out tequila.The sober curious, the secret drinkers, and the still spiraling.And anyone who’s ever run from a strip club tab and lived to tell it.EPISODE 16: “Señor Tequila & the Long Walk Home” (with Kurt Garner)Chris and Jakob are emotionally wrecked. The Blues blew it with 1.6 seconds left. Enter Kurt Garner—a guy who once taught elementary Spanish still buzzed from the ni...

2025-05-122h 03 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E15 Cam Janssen🎙️ EPISODE 15: Cam Janssen – "Painkillers, Playoffs & Garth Fucking Brooks"Who this episode is for:Anyone who’s ever played hurt, lived high, or faked being fineMoms who can smell bullshit before you open your mouthBlues fans screaming “LET’S GO!” and flipping off WinnipegKids who grew up begging to stay on the ice till the Zamboni chased ‘em offThose who overdosed in front of their neighbors and somehow kept it movingAnyone who’s ever made a mess of their lifeCam Janssen rolls into the studio with a story that’ll punch you right in the soul. What starts off...

2025-05-051h 27 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E14 What the FAQ?! Part DeuxWho this episode is for:Anyone teetering on the edge of “maybe I need help”Parents of addicts who keep asking, “Am I helping or enabling?”People in recovery wondering if they can keep their phone in rehab (spoiler: no)The spiritually curious and the godless skepticsBosses trying to figure out WTF is going on with their flaky employeeAnyone who’s ever paced around their house yelling at a hockey game with chicken wing grease on their shirt🎙️ Episode 14 – What the FAQ: Easter Hangovers, Higher Powers, and Rehab Real TalkA no-BS recovery Q&A straight from the mouth of experience. Pondoff and the g...

2025-04-281h 54 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E13 Dillon DunnaganWho this episode is for:- Musicians living gig to gig, paycheck to bar tab- Anyone who ever tried to quit drinking with “just a few more beers”- People who’ve played on stage… and people who’ve blacked out in the crowd- Friends who’ve called in a wellness check and hoped to God it worked- Anyone who’s ever made a mess of their life and thought, “F***, I can’t keep doing this”Episode 13: 4-3-2-1 — The Day I Chose Not to DiePondoff sits down with Dillon...

2025-04-211h 59 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E12 Becky Evans🎧 WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR:If you’re a mom who’s been up all night worrying.If you’ve lost someone and don’t know how you’re still breathing.If you’re in recovery or barely hanging on to it.If you think one more relapse won’t kill you—listen up. This is for you.EPISODE 12 – THE LIGHT THAT DOESN’T GO OUT: BECKY’S STORYWe go deep on this one. Becky Evans—our sister, our friend—joins the pod to tell the story of her son Jordan. 18 months sober. Doin...

2025-04-141h 27 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E11 Alex Kaiser | Host of No Lions Here Podcast🎧 PONDOFF’S ANONYMOUS – EPISODE 11Guest: Alex Kaiser | Host of No Lions Here Podcast🎧 https://www.nolionshere.com/WHO’S THIS EPISODE FOR?The morbidly curiousAnyone whose secrets are getting heavyPartners of sex addicts who want answersFolks untangling faith, shame, and identityPeople craving unfiltered recovery talkEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:Chris, Jeff, and Jakob dive in with Alex Kaiser, a man who’s walked through hell and come back with a mic. From childhood trauma to sex addiction, locker room benders to emotional sobriety—this one hits hard.🎧 Alex’s podcast: No Lions H...

2025-04-072h 03 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous Pondoff Archives: Megan Gehrs (Still the G.O.A.T.)Back by popular demand (and because we promised), we’re throwing it back to an episode that still slaps five years later. Megan Gehrs sat down with Chris and poured out a jaw-dropping story of addiction, destruction, and one hell of a comeback. From sneaking booze in Catholic school basements to being wheelchair-bound with alcoholic neuropathy, Megan takes us on a brutal, hilarious, and brutally honest ride.But don’t get it twisted—this isn’t a sob story. It’s a story of survival, faith, and the kind of redemption arc that makes Hollywood scripts look soft.

2025-04-0257 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E10 Megan Gehrs & Bree BadgleyWho It’s ForThe introvert who thinks they can't recover in a loud-ass worldAnyone clinging to the idea of "high-functioning" addictionParents who think “we raised them right” means addiction-proofThe one white-knuckling sobriety and thinking it’ll magically stay that wayFolks who think jail and liver failure are just someone else’s problem—until they’re notMegan Gehrs is back to defend her YouTube crown, and she brought backup: the fierce, funny, and fearless Bree Badgley. What starts as a roast-fest quickly turns into a raw, riveting convo about what it really takes to crawl out o...

2025-03-312h 12 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E9 Chris Pondoff as HimselfThis week, Chris, Jeff, and Jakob throw down on some heavy hitters: grief, addiction, childhood trauma, and what it really takes to get your shit together in recovery. No fluff, no fake inspiration—just real talk from guys who’ve lived it.Chris opens up about a brutal personal loss and how it shook his sobriety to the core. The crew doesn’t sugarcoat it—grief will mess with your head, especially when you’re trying to stay clean. They break down why grieving your old life is part of the process and how pretending you’re “fine” only mak...

2025-03-241h 43 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E8 What the FAQ?So here’s the deal—Chris kicked off this episode saying Jeff’s out ‘cause his kid’s on spring break. Cute story, totally false. Jeff’s actually home while his wife’s doing parent-teacher conferences, because unlike some people, he listens. I guess you can tell who writes these show notes now…With Jeff out, our guy Eric Conley slides back into the studio alongside Chris and Jakob for a special FAQ episode—where we cut through the fluff and tackle the questions people in and out of recovery are really asking.We’re talking about what r...

2025-03-171h 46 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E7 Tina Meier & Kenny "Iggy" Strode⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses suicide, cyberbullying, and mental health struggles.If these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available—don’t hesitate to reach out. This one’s a tough conversation, but it’s one that needs to be had. We sit down with Tina Meier, the unstoppable force behind the Megan Meier Foundation, a foundation born from tragedy after the unthinkable happened to her daughter, Megan. At just 13 years old, Megan took her own life after being the target of a cruel and...

2025-03-102h 23 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E6 Eric ConleyPondoff's Anonymous - Recovery, Relapse, and Real Talk with Eric ConleyChris, Jakob, and Jeff sit down with Eric Conley, CEO of Illinois Recovery Center, for a no-BS deep dive into addiction, recovery, and the brutal reality of getting clean. If you're looking for sugarcoated platitudes, go somewhere else—this one’s raw, real, and straight from the trenches.🔥 Recovery is a journey—support and community make all the difference.🔥 The pain of addiction has to hit a breaking point before change happens.🔥 Empathy isn’t optional—it’s a key ingredient in the recovery process...

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Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E5 Cristina PrestonJakob was MIA, playing nurse for his sick girlfriend, so Chris and Jeff held it down.But don’t worry, this episode still packs a punch.Guest: Cristina PrestonMinistry Leader at Celebrate Recovery at Connect Church in Fenton, MO. But don’t let the “ministry leader” title fool you—this ain't some holier-than-thou sermon. Cristina's been through the trenches: heroin, crack, drug dealing, debts, and even surviving sex trafficking. Rock bottom wasn’t just a place; it was her reality. But she clawed her way back and now helps others do the same....

2025-02-242h 16 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E4 Jakob MillerStrap in, folks—this episode gets raw. Chris, Jeff, and special “guest” (aka their own co-host) Jakob Miller get brutally honest about addiction, recovery, and the wild ride in between. They dive deep into childhood chaos, learning disabilities, and that nagging feeling of being different. No sugarcoating here—just real talk about alcohol, weed, and the slippery slope into harder stuff like heroin.The guys break down the mind games of addiction: denial, relapse, and the struggle to claw your way back. They go headfirst into fatherhood, how becoming a dad changes everything (or doesn’t, until you’re rea...

2025-02-172h 15 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E3 Kevin BuntenPondoff’s Anonymous – Family, Recovery & The Hard Truth with Kevin BuntenPondoff’s Anonymous – Family, Recovery & The Hard Truth with Kevin BuntenThis episode dives deep into theraw, messy, and real side of addiction recovery—because let’s be honest, it’s never just about the addict. The family plays a massive role, and sometimes, they’re just as deep in the chaos as the one struggling.We sit down withKevin Bunten, aLicensed Clinical Professional Counselor, family therapist at Illinois Recovery Center, and a guy who’s been through the trenches himself. Withover 22 years in the field and his own...

2025-02-101h 29 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2E2 Nathaniel CarpenterBrought to you by: Bertarelli Cutlery & Illinois Recovery Center In this episode, hosts Chris, Jakob, and Jeff welcome Nathaniel Carpenter, who shares his journey of recovery from addiction. The conversation explores Nathaniel's early life in Washington, Missouri, the impact of his environment on his choices, and his transition from casual drug use to addiction. The episode highlights the importance of community, support, and the challenges faced in recovery. Nathaniel opens up about his introduction to opiates after a severe injury, his experiences with childhood trauma, rebellion...

2025-02-032h 00 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S2 E1 We're Back-In this episode of Pondoff’s Anonymous, Chris Pondoff, Jeff Allen, and new co-host Jakob Miller discuss their return after a long hiatus, reflecting on personal growth and the establishment of the Illinois Recovery Center. -They delve into the importance of community support, family dynamics in recovery, and the realities of functioning addicts. The conversation highlights the dangers of modern substance use, particularly the prevalence of fentanyl, and emphasizes the need for comprehensive treatment options. -The hosts share personal experiences and insights into the recovery process, aiming to spread hope and under...

2025-01-271h 38

Hot Take Central

Hot Take Central 4-23 Segment 3 - Chris Pondoff from Illinois Recovery Center joins us live in-studioChris Pondoff from Illinois Recovery Center joins us live in-studio

2024-04-2347 min

Growing Belleville thru Community Chats

Growing Belleville thru Community Chats A New Avenue for Sobriety with Chris PondoffIn this episode we sit down with Chris Pondoff of Illinois Recovery Center and discuss: - The mission of the new rehab center in Swansea - Why he and his partners decided to open the Rehab Center in this area - Chris' own sobriety and giving back - The challenges they faced with opening this center - Much more

2023-07-2629 min

The Street Smart Mental Health Podcast From Excuses to Empowerment: Discovering Happiness with Chris PondoffFew things will wreck your life faster than childhood trauma. What happens, though – when that trauma becomes an excuse to usher yourself into the bottom of a bottle, that eventually leads to snorting cocaine, debauchery and continually up-ending your life and of those around you? Chris Pondoff, host of The Pondoff’s Anonymous Podcast sits […]

2023-04-1955 min

The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt Miofsky

The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt Miofsky Episode 14 // Chris Pondoff Pastor Matt talks Easter, the promise of change, and the importance of seeking and accepting help from others. He interviews author, podcaster and addiction/recovery advocate Chris Pondoff and answers listener questions.

2021-04-1155 min

The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt Miofsky

The F Word: Conversations On Faith with Matt Miofsky Episode 14 // Chris PondoffPastor Matt talks Easter, the promise of change, and the importance of seeking and accepting help from others. He interviews author, podcaster and addiction/recovery advocate Chris Pondoff and answers listener questions.

2021-04-1155 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E38 - “Out of the Darkness” w/ Julie Hoff (with special appearance by Maddie)For Episode 38’s show notes, I’ll leave it to the words from a girl I know… “We gathered to remember Randy Hoff, a life that ended way too early. I never knew Randy but I know those that love him dearly. It is inspiring to see their commitment to talk about something that has been stigmatized for so long - suicide and mental health. The only way to save lives is to talk about this. Pain is what people are trying to end, unbearable pain, not their lives. We have to keep this conversation going - to bring...

2020-10-1954 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E37 - “F*** Six Flags”On episode 37, Jeff and I sit down and discuss: -We’re back in the Studio! Thank you, Jesus! -Jeff took a mental health break. Power to him! -The Bold and the Beautiful is getting fucking good, man. Sup, Stephy. Sup, Hope. -I’ve been to a ton of fucking funerals. Had one this past Saturday. -I’m a bad coach, man. But I know how to delegate. And. -F*** six flags. Let us pray. -Chris Chris Pondoff Pondoff's Anonymous (Podcas...

2020-10-0553 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E36 - “East Belle Ave.”On Episode 36, Jeff and I talk about: -a two week break -Labor Day -Zillow is the new porn -Chris used to live in a shit hole when he was all drunk. Sorry for the short and sweet show notes, life is 2020 right now. But all is well and God is great, mother fuckers! Enjoy the show, tell your friends, and let us pray! -CP

2020-09-2150 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E35 - “Personal Freedom” w/ Ben CurtisBen Curtis was on LAW & ORDER! And he came on our shitty, fucking podcast!?! I should quit now! For those of you that know me and understand my obsession with L&O, THIS IS MY MOUNTAIN TOP! (The only thing that could top this is having Joey Potter or Hope from The Bold and The Beautiful on.) Amen! Praise the Lord! And, check-fucking-please! Haha. In all seriousness, it was an absolute honor and privilege having Ben on. He has risen, fell, and rose again, and his story...

2020-08-311h 09 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E34 - “Vacation”Episode Notes Vacation episode, comin’ at ya’! I went to Table Rock Lake! The last time I was in Branson, I rolled my balls off on ecstasy. Not this time! This time It was Ashley, Charlie, and I’s first vacation as a family. As: "The Pondoffs”… Very similar to: "The Griswolds.” Lots of “cluster-fuckery”, but also lots of fun. As much as I make fun of the sentimental shit, I really am a lucky bastard with this family of mine. Thanks, Go...

2020-08-2458 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous "Don't Panic!"It’s a bonus episode! I got to take over while Chris is on vacation and give you some quick thoughts on dealing with anxiety. This stuff helps me, I hope it helps you. Here are some links to the couple things I promised you in this episode: Breathing exercise video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wdbbtgf05Ek Salsa Recipe! https://www.dropbox.com/s/arm8bqqav2p6m68/salsa%20recipe.docx?dl=1 Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If...

2020-08-2006 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E33 - “What Do You Need in the Dark” w/ Chaz FrankeOn episode thirty-three, Jeff and I welcome my dear friend, Chaz Franke. Chaz has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from McKendree University, and he has a Master of Social Work degree from Saint Louis University (SLU). Chaz received his clinical license in 2009 and now owns his own joint (private practice) in Belleville, IL called Light Source (we’ll get to that in a minute). Okay. Now that the fancy introduction is out of the way, allow me to get to it. Chaz is the fucking man! Plain and simple. He...

2020-08-171h 30 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E32 - "Cravings"What’s up, y’all! On Episode 32, It’s just Jeff and I. We talk about: -Xanax -Coping -Friday’s South Tavern’s fish fry. -Some employee at Friday’s didn’t know me when Jeff name dropped my ass. -I’m calling her fucking boss. -I should be apart of the God d**n interview process! -We then talk about cravings. -And dopamine. -And how now I’m a little fat. Tune into the podcast! ...

2020-08-1058 min $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E31 - “Bellev-I-L-L-e. Part 1”“Wake up, wake up, wake up…” This episode will drop on Monday, August 3rd. But, we recorded it on the first of the month. “So cash your checks and up.” On Episode 31 Jeff and I bullshit back and forth about a variety of different things: -Jeff quit Facebook. -Kindness. -My wife went to Pepperdine. Have you fucking seen Pepperdine? Yeah well, if she had money, she sure doesn’t anymore. Finally, after jabber jawin’ like two coked up barbers, I get to this episode’s topi...

2020-08-031h 04 $Pondoff\'s Anonymous$

Pondoff's Anonymous S1E30 - “The Candy Cane Knife.”We made it to episode thirty! Hot damn! The dirty thirty! When I was done recording, my wife Ashley asked what we talked about… After I told her she replied, “Do you think people will find that interesting?” Smart ass. You barely listen anyway! 😉 Anyway. To all the loyal listeners out there... (by "loyal" I mean the seven of you - we're growing! - that I guilt trip the fuck out of to listen... ) Are you just now starting to listen to the podcast...

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