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Healing Us PodcastFrom Trauma to Transformation with the relentless Lenny AntoninaOn this episode of the HealingUS Podcast, we’re honored to sit down with Lenny Antonina—a powerhouse in holistic healing and a beacon of resilience. A registered nurse, holistic health coach, yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and mother of five, Lenny’s story is one of profound healing, spiritual awakening, and unwavering determination. At just nine years old, Lenny lost her brother—a Vietnam War veteran—to suicide, a trauma that led to PTSD and a battle with bulimia. At 19, she endured a major car accident that reshaped her life yet again. Rather than succumb to pain, Lenny turned to holisti...2025-05-0251 min
Healing Us PodcastPushing Limits: Bodybuilding, Business & Mental Resilience with Nick PirreraIn this episode of the HealingUS Podcast, we’re joined by Nick Pirrera—NPC bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and founder of Nitro Nutrition. Hailing from Toms River, New Jersey, Nick shares his powerful journey from student athlete to elite competitor and business owner, revealing the mindset and discipline it takes to thrive in both the fitness world and entrepreneurship. We dive deep into his early influences, the mental toll of competitive bodybuilding, and how he overcame major setbacks with grit and purpose. Nick opens up about launching Nitro Nutrition, managing stress under pressure, and the importance of building a supportive fitness comm...2025-05-0218 min
Healing Us PodcastFirearms, Fatherhood and Mental Fortitude with Owner & Founder of SC Arms, Derek PiteraIn this episode of the HealingUS Podcast, we sit down with Derek Pitera—entrepreneur, father of two, and founder of SC Arms, one of New Jersey’s largest and most respected firearms dealerships. From building a business in one of the country’s most tightly regulated states to becoming a trusted resource for celebrities, pro athletes, and law enforcement, Derek shares the real story behind his success. We explore Derek’s journey into the firearms industry, the challenges he faces as a business owner in a high-pressure and often controversial space, and how he stays grounded through it all. Derek op...2025-05-0226 min
Healing Us PodcastFinding Healing Through the Lens with Photographer AlanaFrancesca PerrottaIn this powerful episode of the HealingUS Podcast, we’re joined by AlanaFrancesca Perrotta—a New Jersey-based photographer, content creator, and storyteller who’s turned her personal pain into profound purpose. With a background in English lit and a heart for creativity, Alana shares her journey of loss and struggles to a whole new lens, using her camera to help others express themselves and find healing. Alana opens up about the devastating loss of her mother in 2011 and how that grief has shaped her perspective, her art, and her mental health journey. Her story is one of transformation—of channeli...2025-05-0229 min
Healing Us PodcastThe Heart of Recovery: Ashley Close on Community Impact and SupportIn this episode of the HealingUs Podcast, we sit down with Ashley Close, a dedicated professional working in the field of addiction recovery. Ashley shares her personal journey, revealing the experiences and influences that led her to this meaningful work. We delve into how her understanding of addiction has evolved, the common misconceptions she encounters, and the importance of raising awareness about addiction in our communities. Ashley also discusses the challenges she faces in her role, the balance between work and personal life, and how Wellbridge actively supports individuals and families in their recovery journey. Tune in for valuable...2025-01-1417 min
Healing Us PodcastMaternal Mental Health Matters: Insights from Peg WrightIn this episode, we sit down with Peg Wright, the inspiring President and CEO of The Center for Great Expectations (CGE). Since founding CGE in 1998, Peg has transformed the organization from a single home for homeless, pregnant women into a comprehensive network offering trauma-informed care for women, adolescents, and families. Together, we explore her journey, CGE's mission, and the innovative programs they've developed to break cycles of homelessness, addiction, and trauma. Peg shares the core principles of trauma-informed care, the challenges in maternal mental health, and the transformative impact of CGE's programs. Tune in to hear powerful success stories...2025-01-1320 min
Healing Us PodcastA Mother’s Tribute: The Black Poster Project and Silent MemorialsIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Dee Gillen, the creator of the Black Poster Project, and Dawn Pizzolato and her pivotal role as operations manager. The Black Poster Project is an artistic and powerful tribute born from loss and resilience. After the devastating loss of her son Scott to an overdose, Dee channeled her grief into creating a moving exhibit called Silent Memorials. This traveling project, showcased throughout New Jersey and New York, uses impactful black-and-white posters to honor lives lost to addiction and raise awareness about the overdose epidemic. Dee shares her deeply personal story, the...2025-01-1330 min
Healing Us PodcastTurning Points and Deep Breaths: Sydney Pentland on Healing and RecoveryIn this episode, Sydney shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges and the pivotal moments that inspired her to help others. Discover the transformative impact of breathwork, as Sydney explains how it can aid in the healing process and offers insights into the programs at Vital Breathwork. Whether you're curious about starting your own breathwork journey or seeking inspiration in recovery, this episode dives deep into the benefits, misconceptions, and personal experiences that make breathwork a vital tool for healing. Tune in to explore how breath can be a powerful force for change! LinkTree: linktr.ee/hucenters Dan Regan...2025-01-1322 min
Healing Us PodcastRevived by Purpose: Steve Sunquist and Sam Hewitt on Recovery and ResilienceIn this episode of the HealingUs Podcast, Danny & Ashley sit down with Steve Sundquist and Sam Hewitt from Ascend Recovery Centers and Port Charlotte Detox for a powerful conversation about addiction, recovery, and the challenges of the treatment world. Steve shares his personal battle with addiction, including a terrifying moment when he overdosed twice in a 24-hour period and was revived with 8 doses of Narcan. Now, with a renewed purpose in life, Steve dedicates himself to helping others through his work, finding joy in being a father and an entrepreneur. Both Steve and Danny discuss how helping others in...2024-12-2435 min
Healing Us PodcastLegally Blind, Unstoppably Strong: Matt Strout’s Journey of Fitness and AdaptationIn this episode of the HealingUs Podcast, Danny sits down with Matt Strout for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation. The two share how they first met and how Matt has dedicated his life to helping kids thrive, taking them under his wing and helping them blossom into well-rounded individuals. A true community person at heart, Matt opens up about his passion for creating a safe space for those who lack strong support systems, driven by his own experience of having a solid foundation at home. Matt shares his personal journey of being an overweight kid, growing up with...2024-12-2434 min
Healing Us PodcastThe Modern Man’s Path: Health, Sobriety, and Emotional Growth with Billy StahntenIn this episode of the HealingUs Podcast, Danny and Billy Stahnten dive into a heartfelt and inspiring conversation, confessing that they’re each other’s idols due to their shared admiration for helping others in the community. They discuss the importance of controlling your words, thoughts, and actions, and the simple goal of being a good person. Billy opens up about a life-changing moment when his wife found his father unresponsive due to undetected pneumonia. This health scare pushed Billy to shift his focus toward his own health—changing his eating habits, working out, and incorporating daily cold plunges, which...2024-12-2433 min
Healing Us PodcastFrom Rock Bottom to Rebirth: Allan Gressy’s Inspiring TransformationIn the latest episode of the HealingUs Podcast, we sit down with Allan Gressy, who shares his powerful story of resilience and redemption. Growing up in the tough streets of Queens, Allan faced a rough childhood filled with bullying and constant fights to survive life in the projects. His struggle with addiction began at a very young age, with home being far from a safe space. Allan became an active drug addict, and addiction followed him throughout his life, leading to an overdose in his 60s. His addiction strained relationships, including those with his children, ultimately causing him to...2024-12-2427 min
Healing Us PodcastAngela Teeple’s Inspiring Journey: From Classroom to TEDx StageIn this enlightening episode, we speak with Angela Teeple, a seasoned teacher and coach with 23 years of experience. Angela, a child athlete raised through addiction, has transformed her life into one of motivation and inspiration as a life coach, author, and TEDx speaker. She discusses her personal struggles with mental health, including panic attacks and spirals, and how these challenges shaped her journey. Angela also shares insights about her non-profit, All In Athletes, and her podcast, "Igniting Change, Inspiring Lives"showcasing her commitment to empowering others. Subscribe now for more inspiring stories from HealingUS!2024-08-0120 min
Healing Us PodcastPhil O'hara from Legacy Healing: Rough Childhood, Addiction, Recovery, Hazlet Hope & more.In this compelling episode, we sit down with Phil O'hara, Senior Vice President of Business Development for Legacy Healing. Phil shares his powerful journey through addiction, selling drugs, and his arrest. He reflects on his childhood, the coach who saved his life, and his path to recovery. Phil also talks about starting a family, his impactful work with Legacy Healing, and his dedication to the local community, including collaboration with the police through Hazlet Hope. This episode is a profound testament to resilience and transformation. Subscribe now for more inspiring stories from HealingUS!2024-08-0153 min
Healing Us PodcastWe Level Up's Founder Ryan Zofay Talks Stories of Hope & RecoveryIn this powerful episode, we welcome Ryan Zofay, founder of We Level Up, and Stephen Reil, Business Development Officer. Discover their mission to transform lives through innovative addiction recovery and mental health programs. They share exciting plans for expansion, including Medicaid programs, and the potential for collaborative conferences. Ryan and Stephen's personal stories and dedication shine through, offering hope and inspiration. Stay connected via @ryan.zofay on Instagram and visit welevelup.com & healingus.com for more. Subscribe now for more impactful episodes from HealingUS!2024-08-0135 min
Everyday Practices Dental PodcastEp. 236 - Living the Rich Life: Making Your Money Match Your Dreams with Matt Mulcock“Pursue the rich life. Pursue what you actually want and create an image of what that looks like for you.” ~ Matt Mulcock Today we’re joined by Matt Mulcock from Dentist Advisors joining us to talk about the Dentist Money Summit happening June 21-22, 2024, in Park City, Utah. This isn’t your typical financial event—it’s all about helping dentists align their money strategies with what truly matters to them. Matt is (understandably) super excited about this first-ever summit, which is set in the beautiful summer landscape of Park City. It's a family-friendly event with fun acti...2024-05-2907 min
Healing Us PodcastRhythms of Recovery with Zaxx: Struggles and Triumphs in the Music Industry and Mental HealthJoin us for a captivating episode of the HealingUs Podcast featuring world-renowned EDM DJ ZAXX. In this episode, ZAXX takes us on a journey through his childhood stardom in EDM music and opens up about his addictive personality. He shares his experience of being thrust into an inappropriate adult setting as a teenager and the challenges he faced along the way. ZAXX discusses pivotal moments in his career, such as Hardwell playing his remix and being discovered by Martin Garrix and signed by Tiësto's team. He reveals personal struggles, including dropping out of high school and coping with p...2024-04-0129 min
Healing Us PodcastNavigating Mental Health, Sexuality and Sobriety with Sue Miller: A Story of Recovery & ResilienceDive into a heartfelt conversation on the HealingUs Podcast with the inspiring Sue Miller. In this episode, Sue opens up about her journey, discussing topics ranging from suicide and feelings of not fitting in to the impact of hereditary mental diseases on family dynamics. Sue shares her insights on setting healthy boundaries and overcoming false friendship narratives, as well as her perspective on recovery mindset and midlife mental health concerns. She candidly discusses her battles with depression, the challenges of being a caretaker, and the importance of self-reflection. Sue also sheds light on the stigmas surrounding mental health and...2024-04-0125 min
Healing Us PodcastFrom Brooklyn Beats to Sober Streets: The Man Who Discovered Metallica, Michael Alago's Story of Recovery & RedemptionStep into the world of music and recovery with the latest episode of the HealingUs Podcast, featuring the legendary Michael Alago. From growing up in Brooklyn to discovering Metallica, Michael shares how music shaped his childhood and career. He opens up about how his job elevated his addiction and how addiction eventually forced his company to intervene and send him to rehab. Michael candidly discusses his initial reluctance to stop drinking, his struggles with relapse, and the impact of wasting syndrome on his mental health. He reflects on a pivotal moment in his recovery when a few simple words...2024-04-0133 min
Healing Us PodcastThe Healing Mind of Dr. Ed Ratush: Psychiatry, Humility, and the Future of Behavioral HealthJoin us for an enlightening conversation on the HealingUs Podcast with Dr. Ed Ratush, founder of SoHo MD. In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of psychiatry and the study of the human mind. Dr. Ratush shares insights on the importance of humility in treatment and the value of creating honest relationships to find the best treatment for patients. We discuss the challenges faced by the behavioral health industry and the role of mindfulness techniques in gauging quality of life. Dr. Ratush also explores the use of technology in the recovery process and shares his vision for the...2024-04-0138 min
Healing Us PodcastBreaking Barriers & Building a Better Future: Bill Spadea on Reforming Mental Health Care in NJJoin us for a thought-provoking conversation on the latest episode of the HealingUs Podcast, featuring New Jersey's own Bill Spadea. In this episode, we delve into the pressing mental health issues facing New Jersey, including the rise of misconduct in the behavioral health field and the need for governmental reforms. Bill shares insights on ADHD in children, highlighting the importance of allowing kids to be kids and avoiding the creation of medicated patients for life. We also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on children's learning and isolation, as well as the concerning rise in suicide rates post-lockdowns. Bill sheds...2024-04-0138 min
Healing Us PodcastDeep Dive Into the Family Perspective of Addiction: A Mother & Sister's Point of View of AddictionAshley is joined by CFC’s very own and previous guest on the podcast Kim Ciccone’s family. Her mother, Christine and sister, Stephanie sit down with Ashley to talk about a family’s perspective of addiction. Ashley peels back the layers of the onions with her own personal experiences of both of her brothers struggles with addiction and Christine’s other daughter, Kim.2024-01-1523 min
Healing Us PodcastA Former Addict Becomes a Father: Recovery | Shifting Focus | Helping OthersAshley is joined by Frank Salage, father of 2, Relevance Behavioral Health Alumni and current CFC member. Frank is an incredibly hard working man celebrating a year of sobriety, and working to provide for his family. He’s overcome battles with alcohol and drug addiction and fought so hard to find his sobriety. His long journey to sobriety is celebrated by his desire to help others find their path and live a sober life.2024-01-1517 min
Healing Us PodcastReligion & Spirituality in Recovery: Navigating a Military Family, Addiction, Incarceration & more.Ashley sits down with Zachary Peele, the men’s manager of one of HealingUS Communities Sober Living Houses. Zachary talks about love & relationships in recovery, finding your faith and healing through religion & spirituality. Reforming his life and finding love, while him & his wife are both in recovery and started their journey to create a family and break the cycle of addiction and mental health issues.2024-01-1542 min
Healing Us PodcastLove & Relationships in Recovery: Navigating Complexity, Coping with Loneliness & Peer SupportIn this episode, Ashley introduces Jessica Goense, we cover her journey of being a former addict & criminal who faced incarceration with adversity and turned her life around living on the straight and narrow, with her new-found sobriety & working the problems and being a single mother. She dives deep into love, addiction, relationships, and motherhood while navigating sobriety, tune in to listen to her & Ashley cover all topics of Love & Relationships in Recovery.2024-01-1528 min
Healing Us PodcastBreaking the Chains: New Year's Resolution for Addiction - Empowering Change and Embracing RecoveryIn this episode, we introduce CFC’s very own Kim Ciccone, a jack of all trades if you will. She’s a survivor of Domestic Violence and in recovery from Addiction & PMTS. Kim was a patient at Relevance Behavioral Health in 2018 and joined us at CFC once she was successfully in recovery. She’s been blessed with a renewed outlook on life and is now the marketer for CFC. Dive in deep with Ashley & Kim to hear our first conversation on some hard-to-hear topics.2024-01-1527 min
LightningBolt Theater of the MindWhispers Of The PastWhispers Of The Past
Written by: Joshua J. Price and JoElla Freeman
Sound Design: Joshua J. Price
Rated: PG for minimal language
Lightningbolt proudly presents this project which was recorded both in studio and on location in upstate NY, with newer pieces recorded this year and flashback scenes recorded back in 2005. This sad and spooky story tells the journey that the Regan family are forced to go on as the secrets of their family heritage are revealed. For as the current barer of the power of being a medium dies, the...2021-01-0150 min
Download Top Full Audiobooks in Literature, Comedy, Satire & ParodyThe Now Show: Series 50-52: The BBC Radio 4 topical comedy by BBC AudioPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/413749to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Now Show: Series 50-52: The BBC Radio 4 topical comedy
Author: BBC Audio
Narrator: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 35 minutes
Release date: June 18, 2020
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
25 episodes of the flagship topical comedy show presented by Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis The Now Show is a much-loved stalwart of radio comedy. Featuring some of the best and brightest contemporary comedians, this award-winning show takes a satirical look at the news through a mix of stand-up, songs and sketches, as well as interview segments...2020-06-1811h 35
MulletCastEpisode 74 - Ashley Regan, Rock the Farm Tribute Festival, CFC Loud N Clear FoundationAshley Regan was a International Business, Spanish, and Cultural Anthropology student at the College of Charleston when her family was being torn apart by her brother Daniel's struggle with drug addiction.
After being dragged through the revolving door of treatment centers, Daniel realized the critical and vital need for extended aftercare and peer-based support. Upon returning home to New Jersey, Daniel created, with the help of his mother Lynn, a recovery plan for himself that would later become a life saving program for thousands of families. In 2012, they created CFC Loud N Clear Foundation, a New Jersey 501c3, which has...2019-09-2538 min
MulletCastEpisode 74 - Ashley Regan, Rock the Farm Tribute Festival, CFC Loud N Clear FoundationAshley Regan was a International Business, Spanish, and Cultural Anthropology student at the College of Charleston when her family was being torn apart by her brother Daniel's struggle with drug addiction.
After being dragged through the revolving door of treatment centers, Daniel realized the critical and vital need for extended aftercare and peer-based support. Upon returning home to New Jersey, Daniel created, with the help of his mother Lynn, a recovery plan for himself that would later become a life saving program for thousands of families. In 2012, they created CFC Loud N Clear Foundation, a New Jersey 501c3, which has...2019-09-2538 min
Daytime ConfidentialDC #587: A Greek TragedyOn today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Regan discuss the latest in All My Children, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital One Life to Live and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including:
All My Children casts former As the World Turns star Sara Glendening as Marissa. Luke isn’t impressed by the news and Regan wonders why we even need Marissa? Former General Hospital and Port Charles star Eddie Matos joins AMC.
The Bold and the Beautiful’s Ashley Jones is bumped to recurring. B&B ne...2010-11-041h 11