Resilience

Chris Martinez, founder of Resilience Recovery Resources, is our guest on episode number 35 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Chris vulnerably discusses losing his father at a young age and how that life event altered his life, way of thinking, and ability to form relationships. He goes on to tell us how he found his way out of it and how he, still, is constantly working on finding a little bit more of himself.  Chris is a true example of resiliency and his story, wisdom, and lovable sense of humor are proof of that. Thank you for joining us for episode number 35 and we hope you love it! Want to be a guest on our show? Email us at Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com and tell us a little bit about your story! Enjoy the podcast?? Leave us a review wherever you listen!

Chris Martinez, founder of <a href="http://resiliencerecoveryresources.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Resilience Recovery Resources</a>, is our guest on episode number 35 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Chris vulnerably discusses losing his father at a young age and how that life event altered his life, way of thinking, and ability to form relationships. He goes on to tell us how he found his way out of it and how he, still, is constantly working on finding a little bit more of himself.  Chris is a true example of resiliency and his story, wisdom, and lovable sense of humor are proof of that. Thank you for joining us for episode number 35 and we hope you love it! Want to be a guest on our show? Email us at <a href="mailto:Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com">Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com </a>and tell us a little bit about your story! Enjoy the podcast?? Leave us a review wherever you listen!

Ep 35: The OA Podcast - Finding Resilience

Yes, it's true. After one full year away, the OA podcast is back with episode number 34! We've missed you dearly which is why we wanted our first episode back to be a heartfelt one. Sarah Frias, a nurse in SoFla and the Family Support Specialist for Next Level Recovery Associates Inc, tells her story of surviving nursing school while battling a substance use disorder, navigating motherhood in recovery, and finding time to help others through it all! Please enjoy episode #34 of the OA podcast! SPONSORED BY: www.NextLevelRA.com &amp; www.NextLevelMerch.Store Please, if you're enjoying this show, leave us 5 stars! Want to be on an episode? Email us at Consult@NextLevelRA.com 

Yes, it's true. After one full year away, the OA podcast is back with episode number 34! We've missed you dearly which is why we wanted our first episode back to be a heartfelt one. Sarah Frias, a nurse in SoFla and the Family Support Specialist for Next Level Recovery Associates Inc, tells her story of surviving nursing school while battling a substance use disorder, navigating motherhood in recovery, and finding time to help others through it all! Please enjoy episode #34 of the OA podcast! SPONSORED BY: <a href="http://www.NextLevelRA.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.NextLevelRA.com</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.NextLevelMerch.Store" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.NextLevelMerch.Store</a> Please, if you're enjoying this show, leave us 5 stars! Want to be on an episode? Email us at Consult@NextLevelRA.com

Ep.34: The OA Podcast - Nursing and Babies

Episode #33 is live and today's guest is the inspirational, Bonnie Mathews! Bonnie's story dives deep into what it's like being addicted to a loved one's addiction. Bonnie is a therapist with decades of experience in the mental health and substance use field but she is also in recovery from codependency for three decades! Bonnie tells the story of her mother's alcoholism, how she tried to save her, and how her father's words left a lasting impression on her. OA listeners...Please help us welcome Bonnie Mathews to the show! **If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review! Know someone who you think would make a great guest? Email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com

Episode #33 is live and today's guest is the inspirational, Bonnie Mathews! Bonnie's story dives deep into what it's like being addicted to a loved one's addiction. Bonnie is a therapist with decades of experience in the mental health and substance use field but she is also in recovery from codependency for three decades! Bonnie tells the story of her mother's alcoholism, how she tried to save her, and how her father's words left a lasting impression on her. OA listeners...Please help us welcome Bonnie Mathews to the show! **If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review! Know someone who you think would make a great guest? Email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com

Ep 33: The OA Podcast - Take Care of Your Mother for Me

Welcome back OA podcast listeners! This is episode number 32 and we hope you enjoy it! For this episode, Amanda and Blake enjoy, what was supposed to be, a conversation about nothing that quickly evolves into a conversation about life, the importances of being authentic, the struggles with self-work, and more! We hope you enjoy this episode and as always, please leave a kind review!

Welcome back OA podcast listeners! This is episode number 32 and we hope you enjoy it! For this episode, Amanda and Blake enjoy, what was supposed to be, a conversation about nothing that quickly evolves into a conversation about life, the importances of being authentic, the struggles with self-work, and more! We hope you enjoy this episode and as always, please leave a kind review!

Ep 32: The OA Podcast - Nothing to Something and Beyond

Episode 31 is out and available for your listening pleasure. This episode's guest is the incredible, Brent Bryant. Brent is a Family Ambassador for Family First Adolescent Services. He is so much more than that, though. Brent is a highly sought-after speaker and advocate for addressing mental health and substance use disorder challenges within the adolescent population. He uses his personal experiences with addiction, mental health, and grief to inspire others in choosing hope and change.  Brent is a fascinating story teller and his testimony makes for another great episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Enjoy Episode #31! *This podcast is sponsored by Next Level Recovery Associates Inc. Please leave us a 5 star review on any of your favorite listening platforms!

Episode 31 is out and available for your listening pleasure. This episode's guest is the incredible, Brent Bryant. Brent is a Family Ambassador for <a href="https://www.familyfirstas.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Family First Adolescent Services.</a> He is so much more than that, though. Brent is a highly sought-after speaker and advocate for addressing mental health and substance use disorder challenges within the adolescent population. He uses his personal experiences with addiction, mental health, and grief to inspire others in choosing hope and change.  Brent is a fascinating story teller and his testimony makes for another great episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Enjoy Episode #31! *This podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Level Recovery Associates Inc.</a> Please leave us a 5 star review on any of your favorite listening platforms!

Ep 31: The OA Podcast - Putting Family First

Help us bring in our 30th episode by listening to this episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! On this episode, your hosts, Amanda &amp; Blake discuss the reason its taken so long to get from episode number 29 to number 30, the importance of shifting our mindsets to overcome fear, and how entrepreneurship has changed their lives! Episode number dirty 30 is fun, funny, and inspiring so it's highly suggested you drop what you're doing and check it out! Sponsored by: Next Level Recovery Associates Inc *Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! *Interested in being on the show? Shoot us an email at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Help us bring in our 30th episode by listening to this episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! On this episode, your hosts, Amanda &amp; Blake discuss the reason its taken so long to get from episode number 29 to number 30, the importance of shifting our mindsets to overcome fear, and how entrepreneurship has changed their lives! Episode number dirty 30 is fun, funny, and inspiring so it's highly suggested you drop what you're doing and check it out! Sponsored by: <a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Level Recovery Associates Inc</a> *Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! *Interested in being on the show? Shoot us an email at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Ep.30: The OA Podcast - Mindset over Setback

Episode 29 is live and ready to rock some ear drums. Speaking of drums, our guest this week is Jordan Meyers! Jordan was diagnosed with depression at an early age but through a series of events found him self using percussion to get out of it. Little did he know that this life of playing drums professionally and traveling the world with his band would lead him down a very dark road. Jordan is a true inspiration today. He is an example to our youth and does anything he can to share his story, wisdom and knowledge with today's generations. Enjoy Episode #29 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Follow Jordan on Instagram at: @_JordanMeyers_ Check out his non-profit: @FindingAlostVoice This episode is sponsored by Next Level Recovery Associates Inc

Episode 29 is live and ready to rock some ear drums. Speaking of drums, our guest this week is Jordan Meyers! Jordan was diagnosed with depression at an early age but through a series of events found him self using percussion to get out of it. Little did he know that this life of playing drums professionally and traveling the world with his band would lead him down a very dark road. Jordan is a true inspiration today. He is an example to our youth and does anything he can to share his story, wisdom and knowledge with today's generations. Enjoy Episode #29 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Follow Jordan on Instagram at: @_JordanMeyers_ Check out his non-profit: @FindingAlostVoice This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Level Recovery Associates Inc</a>

Ep 29:The OA Podcast - World Tour Pity

Jeremy Plummer

Episode 28 is live and ready for your ears and minds to ingest!   This week we have Jeremy Plummer as our guest. He shares his incredible story of overing adversity, how there must be someone looking out for him, and how we can turn our tragedies into testimonies!   Jeremy is the creator of Recovery Through Repetition which is a CrossFit based workout program for those in recovery! It's free and open to anyone in Recovery that can make it!   Please enjoy Episode #28 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen.   As always, this podcast is sponsored by Next Level Recovery Associates!   You can find Recovery through Repetition, by clicking here!   Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review on any of your favorite listening platforms!

Episode 28 is live and ready for your ears and minds to ingest! This week we have Jeremy Plummer as our guest. He shares his incredible story of overing adversity, how there must be someone looking out for him, and how we can turn our tragedies into testimonies! Jeremy is the creator of Recovery Through Repetition which is a CrossFit based workout program for those in recovery! It's free and open to anyone in Recovery that can make it! Please enjoy Episode #28 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen. As always, this podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Level Recovery Associates!</a> You can find Recovery through Repetition, by<a href="https://www.wearertr.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> clicking here!</a> Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review on any of your favorite listening platforms!

Ep.28: The OA Podcast - Recovery Through Repetition with Jeremy Plummer

Episode number 27 of the OA podcast is now live for your listening pleasure and we have a guest this week that just makes us smile!   This week, Felicia Kleinpeter of Imagine Recovery, fills us in on her adversity and explains what it's like going from being deemed an "unfit mother" to an inspiration to thousands!   Her story is jam packed with loss, pain, humility and, of course, overcoming adversity.   This special episode is one that we KNOW will tickle your brainwaves with inspiration and joy!   Please enjoy episode #27 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast hosted by Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen!   This podcast is sponsored by: Next Level Recovery Associates Inc   ***If you're enjoying this podcast please drop a 5 star review on any of your favorite listening platforms!   To email us or nominate a guest, please email: Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com

Episode number 27 of the OA podcast is now live for your listening pleasure and we have a guest this week that just makes us smile! This week, Felicia Kleinpeter of <a href="https://www.imaginerecovery.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Imagine Recovery, </a>fills us in on her adversity and explains what it's like going from being deemed an "unfit mother" to an inspiration to thousands! Her story is jam packed with loss, pain, humility and, of course, overcoming adversity. This special episode is one that we KNOW will tickle your brainwaves with inspiration and joy! Please enjoy episode #27 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast hosted by Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen! This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Level Recovery Associates Inc</a> ***If you're enjoying this podcast please drop a 5 star review on any of your favorite listening platforms! To email us or nominate a guest, please email: Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com

Ep 27: The OA Podcast - Unfit to Beyond Fit Mother

Georgie Brooklyn

Episode #26 is live and we've got a story for you. This week's guest is George Bullock IV. George is now happily in recovery from a substance use disorder and leading a happy life but it wasn't always that way. After the heartbreaking, and sudden, loss of his father and then his father-like Uncle, Bob, Georgie was left alone with his mother trying to figure out how to deal with the grief.  George's story is emotional and riveting and, certainly, one a lot of people are going to relate to. I suggest you listen closely. His message of hope is powerful.  Enjoy Episode #26!   The Overcoming Adversity Podcast is hosted by Amanda Marino &amp; Blake Cohen. It is sponsored by Next Level Recovery Associates. George Bullock, this week's guest, is the Director of Business Development for Seacrest Recovery Center. If youre enjoying this show, please leave us a review on any of your favorite listening platforms! To nominate someone to be a guest on the show, please email OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com with their name, contact info, and a brief description as to why you think they should be on the show!

Episode #26 is live and we've got a story for you. This week's guest is George Bullock IV. George is now happily in recovery from a substance use disorder and leading a happy life but it wasn't always that way. After the heartbreaking, and sudden, loss of his father and then his father-like Uncle, Bob, Georgie was left alone with his mother trying to figure out how to deal with the grief.  George's story is emotional and riveting and, certainly, one a lot of people are going to relate to. I suggest you listen closely. His message of hope is powerful.  Enjoy Episode #26! The Overcoming Adversity Podcast is hosted by Amanda Marino &amp; Blake Cohen. It is sponsored by <a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Level Recovery Associates</a>. George Bullock, this week's guest, is the Director of Business Development for <a href="https://seacrestrecoverycenter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seacrest Recovery Center.</a> If youre enjoying this show, please leave us a review on any of your favorite listening platforms! To nominate someone to be a guest on the show, please email <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com</a> with their name, contact info, and a brief description as to why you think they should be on the show!

Ep 26: The OA Podcast - Georgie Brooklyn

The Overcoming Adversity podcast discusses all things and people who have looked in the face of struggle and have come out on the other side.

Matt Williams

"If you want a great community around you, you have to build it!" Those are the words Matt's mentor spoke to him while he was in early recovery from a substance use disorder (addiction). That day and those words changed his life forever. Matt is the founder of FroPro. But he is so much more than that. He is a teacher, a coach, a mentor, and all around spreader of positivity. That doesn't mean he didn't face adversity though! Check out Episode 25 to hear how Matt overcame his struggles to create a life that he truly loves today! This is one episode you won't want to miss! ************************************* This episode is sponsored by Next level Recovery Associates Inc To learn more about ordering FroPro's delicious frozen protein snacks, go to GoFroPro.com If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review. We value your feedback and will randomly select reviews to read on the next episode!

"If you want a great community around you, you have to build it!" Those are the words Matt's mentor spoke to him while he was in early recovery from a substance use disorder (addiction). That day and those words changed his life forever. Matt is the founder of <a href="https://www.gofropro.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FroPro.</a> But he is so much more than that. He is a teacher, a coach, a mentor, and all around spreader of positivity. That doesn't mean he didn't face adversity though! Check out Episode 25 to hear how Matt overcame his struggles to create a life that he truly loves today! This is one episode you won't want to miss! ************************************* This episode is sponsored by<a href="https://nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Next level Recovery Associates Inc</a> To learn more about ordering FroPro's delicious frozen protein snacks, go to <a href="https://www.gofropro.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GoFroPro.com</a> If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review. We value your feedback and will randomly select reviews to read on the next episode!

Ep 25: The OA Podcast -Finding Purpose with Matt Williams

The OA podcast is back in action and for this episode we have an incredible guest! Today's episode features Cheri Garcia, the founder of the Cornbread Hustle which is an organization that offers job placement to formally incarcerated individuals.  Her story is full of twists and turns but she made one thing very clear...everyone deserves a second chance and when you give them that second chance, be ready for the amazing gifts you're about to receive. This episode covered so much ground, was fluid, compelling, and so much more! You know what? Why don't you just listen to the episode for yourself and you'll see what I mean! Enjoy Episode number 24 with Cheri Garcia! For more information on the Cornbread Hustle, go to: www.Cornbreadhustle.com For more information on Amanda and Blake's company, Next Level Recovery Associates Inc, visit: NextLevelRecoveryassociates.com If you or someone you know should be a guest on the OA podcast, email us at: Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com Keep living your best life and thank you for listening! MUCH LOVE! 

The OA podcast is back in action and for this episode we have an incredible guest! Today's episode features Cheri Garcia, the founder of the Cornbread Hustle which is an organization that offers job placement to formally incarcerated individuals.  Her story is full of twists and turns but she made one thing very clear...everyone deserves a second chance and when you give them that second chance, be ready for the amazing gifts you're about to receive. This episode covered so much ground, was fluid, compelling, and so much more! You know what? Why don't you just listen to the episode for yourself and you'll see what I mean! Enjoy Episode number 24 with Cheri Garcia! For more information on the Cornbread Hustle, go to: <a href="http://www.cornbreadhustle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.Cornbreadhustle.com</a> For more information on Amanda and Blake's company, Next Level Recovery Associates Inc, visit: <a href="https://NextLevelrecoveryassociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NextLevelRecoveryassociates.com</a> If you or someone you know should be a guest on the OA podcast, email us at: <a href="mailto:Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com">Overcomingadversitypodcast@gmail.com</a> Keep living your best life and thank you for listening! MUCH LOVE!

EP 24: The OA Podcast - The Cornbread Hustler

Welcome to Episode #23 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino &amp; Blake Cohen! Collectively, as a population, we are all in the midst of some incredible Adversity. The Coronavirus has flipped the world on its ear and we are all adjusting to the infamous "new normal". In the midst of the chaos, the hosts of the OA podcast have added a little salt and pepper to the situation by venturing out to start their own company and begin a Master's degree program at the same time.  Check out this episode to hear how your favorite podcast hosts are coping with Covid-19, how they've faced the fears of starting their own company, and how they've truly made lemonade out of lemons! **Enjoy this podcast? Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite listening platform** Want to learn more about Amanda and Blake's new coaching company? Visit: Https://NextLevelRecoveryAssociates.com Know someone who might be a great guest for our show? Maybe it's you! Shoot us an email at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com so we can get them on the show!

Welcome to Episode #23 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino &amp; Blake Cohen! Collectively, as a population, we are all in the midst of some incredible Adversity. The Coronavirus has flipped the world on its ear and we are all adjusting to the infamous "new normal". In the midst of the chaos, the hosts of the OA podcast have added a little salt and pepper to the situation by venturing out to start their own company and begin a Master's degree program at the same time.  Check out this episode to hear how your favorite podcast hosts are coping with Covid-19, how they've faced the fears of starting their own company, and how they've truly made lemonade out of lemons! **Enjoy this podcast? Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite listening platform** Want to learn more about Amanda and Blake's new coaching company? Visit: <a href="https://NextLevelRecoveryAssociates.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Https://NextLevelRecoveryAssociates.com</a> Know someone who might be a great guest for our show? Maybe it's you! Shoot us an email at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com</a> so we can get them on the show!

EP. 23 - The OA Podcast: Lemonade out of Lemons

Welcome back to the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with this show's guest, Rebecca Reeder! Rebecca's inspiring story made for a great episode! She offers incredible insight into what it's like to live with, and overcome, an eating disorder as well as a Substance Use Disorder. She is real, vulnerable, and incredibly passionate about using her story to inspire others. She helps offer a clear message of hope in Episode #22 of the OA Podcast. We can't wait for you to listen. Enjoy! **If you know someone who would make a great guest on the OA podcast, shoot us an email at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com To learn more about today's guest, visit: Rebecca's LinkedIn Page

Welcome back to the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with this show's guest, Rebecca Reeder! Rebecca's inspiring story made for a great episode! She offers incredible insight into what it's like to live with, and overcome, an eating disorder as well as a Substance Use Disorder. She is real, vulnerable, and incredibly passionate about using her story to inspire others. She helps offer a clear message of hope in Episode #22 of the OA Podcast. We can't wait for you to listen. Enjoy! **If you know someone who would make a great guest on the OA podcast, shoot us an email at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com</a> To learn more about today's guest, visit: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-reeder-602308175/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca's LinkedIn Page</a>

Ep 22: The OA Podcast - Listen to Your Gut

Tim Clarke

First off, let me start by saying that we apologize for the dropped calls that we've poorly tried to edit out of this episode. Now that we've gotten that out of the way, you are in for a real treat with one! Tim Clarke is the co-founder and CEO of UNCrushed.org. In episode #21, Blake and Amanda start off with some exciting news and then dive in the interesting live of Tim Clarke discussing how he's overcome a wide array of adversities, from addiction to an eating disorder to workaholism, which ultimately led him on his journey to speak out against outdated stigmas with Uncrushed! This is an episode for the record books and we were delighted to have Tim Clarke as our guest this week on the Overcoming Adversity Podcast.  *Please Rate our Podcast on Apple and Spotify! **If you'd like to be a guest on our show, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com

First off, let me start by saying that we apologize for the dropped calls that we've poorly tried to edit out of this episode. Now that we've gotten that out of the way, you are in for a real treat with one! Tim Clarke is the co-founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.uncrushed.org/team" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">UNCrushed.org.</a> In episode #21, Blake and Amanda start off with some exciting news and then dive in the interesting live of Tim Clarke discussing how he's overcome a wide array of adversities, from addiction to an eating disorder to workaholism, which ultimately led him on his journey to speak out against outdated stigmas with Uncrushed! This is an episode for the record books and we were delighted to have Tim Clarke as our guest this week on the Overcoming Adversity Podcast.  *Please Rate our Podcast on Apple and Spotify! **If you'd like to be a guest on our show, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com

Ep 21: The OA Podcast - UNCrushing It w/ Tim Clarke

As you'll hear Co-host Amanda Marino say many times in this episode, the OA podcast is looking to bring this show into the "next level"! In this episode, Amanda and Blake recap 2019 and throw out their goals for 2020. They discuss what the future of the podcast looks like and what we can expect from the upcoming guests. There are a ton of positive changes happening, starting with an improved listening experience! Enjoy Episode #20!  (or 19...You'll get it when you listen) *If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a positive review and if you want to nominate yourself or someone to be a guest, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com

As you'll hear Co-host Amanda Marino say many times in this episode, the OA podcast is looking to bring this show into the "next level"! In this episode, Amanda and Blake recap 2019 and throw out their goals for 2020. They discuss what the future of the podcast looks like and what we can expect from the upcoming guests. There are a ton of positive changes happening, starting with an improved listening experience! Enjoy Episode #20!  (or 19...You'll get it when you listen) *If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a positive review and if you want to nominate yourself or someone to be a guest, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com

Ep 20: The OA Podcast - Next Level Pursuits

Eric Paskin, a man in long-term recovery and owner of a Substance Use Disorder treatment facility, and his wife faced one of most difficult times of their lives just three years ago.  As their second son was born, he became fatally ill and with only moments to live, rushed him to the hospital to attempt to save his short life. They spent 90 days in that hospital facing adversity after medical adversity but were fortunate enough to bring their beautiful son home at the end of those three months.  Their life was forever changed the day he was born but Eric is here to tell us how he got through such a tough time with resilience. Enjoy episode #18! **If you enjoy the overcoming adversity podcast, drop us a review on your favorite podcast platform! ***If you want to nominate someone to be a guest or have a story to tell yourselves, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Eric Paskin, a man in long-term recovery and owner of a Substance Use Disorder treatment facility, and his wife faced one of most difficult times of their lives just three years ago.  As their second son was born, he became fatally ill and with only moments to live, rushed him to the hospital to attempt to save his short life. They spent 90 days in that hospital facing adversity after medical adversity but were fortunate enough to bring their beautiful son home at the end of those three months.  Their life was forever changed the day he was born but Eric is here to tell us how he got through such a tough time with resilience. Enjoy episode #18! **If you enjoy the overcoming adversity podcast, drop us a review on your favorite podcast platform! ***If you want to nominate someone to be a guest or have a story to tell yourselves, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Ep 18: - The OA Podcast - A Parent's Biggest Fear

You may have been thinking to yourself, "Where have Amanda and Blake been for two weeks?" Well, this podcast episode will answer your questions as to where your favorite two show hosts have been and what they have been up to. This episode is a series of gems from Amanda and Blake regarding their experiences with their own positive/negative adversities. We find ourselves at a turning point for the OA podcast. It's time to throw it into high gear and move full throttle bringing this podcast into the stratosphere. **We are always looking for new guest that have overcome adversity in their lives. Please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com or shoot us a message on our facebook page (@OvercomingAdversityPodcast) Thank you for listening and enjoy episode 17 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast!

You may have been thinking to yourself, "Where have Amanda and Blake been for two weeks?" Well, this podcast episode will answer your questions as to where your favorite two show hosts have been and what they have been up to. This episode is a series of gems from Amanda and Blake regarding their experiences with their own positive/negative adversities. We find ourselves at a turning point for the OA podcast. It's time to throw it into high gear and move full throttle bringing this podcast into the stratosphere. **We are always looking for new guest that have overcome adversity in their lives. Please email us at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com </a>or shoot us a message on our facebook page (@OvercomingAdversityPodcast) Thank you for listening and enjoy episode 17 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast!

Ep 17: The OA Podcast - The OA Overcomers

Randy Grimes, second round draft pick into the NFL, hit the lottery when his dream of playing professional football became a reality. Little did he know that the following decade would be the greatest years of his life but shortly after he would find himself living in the worst years of his life. This is a story of adversity in so many ways where Randy discusses with Amanda and Blake how he found himself in the NFL, how he became addicted to prescription drugs, and how he found recovery 20 years later. Randy is an incredible man and we are delighted to share his story with you. Enjoy episode number 16 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast. ** If you are interested in being a guest on our podcast, please email us at: OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on any of your favorite listening platforms!

Randy Grimes, second round draft pick into the NFL, hit the lottery when his dream of playing professional football became a reality. Little did he know that the following decade would be the greatest years of his life but shortly after he would find himself living in the worst years of his life. This is a story of adversity in so many ways where Randy discusses with Amanda and Blake how he found himself in the NFL, how he became addicted to prescription drugs, and how he found recovery 20 years later. Randy is an incredible man and we are delighted to share his story with you. Enjoy episode number 16 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast. ** If you are interested in being a guest on our podcast, please email us at: <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a review on any of your favorite listening platforms!

Ep 16: The OA Podcast - Hut Hut Help

Thank you for listening to Episode #15 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with your hosts, Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen! This episode is guest-less but full of gems that can be pulled out of a conversation between Amanda and Blake. After much turmoil and growth experiences, the two hosts discuss what their techniques are to help deal with life's daily grind and have a conversation about hope. If there is anything we've learned from our guests on this podcast, we've learned that life goes on and through the adversities we face, comes major growth. Enjoy this episode and pay close attention! To become a guest on our podcast, please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com Give us feedback by leaving us a review on your favorite listening platform!

Thank you for listening to Episode #15 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with your hosts, Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen! This episode is guest-less but full of gems that can be pulled out of a conversation between Amanda and Blake. After much turmoil and growth experiences, the two hosts discuss what their techniques are to help deal with life's daily grind and have a conversation about hope. If there is anything we've learned from our guests on this podcast, we've learned that life goes on and through the adversities we face, comes major growth. Enjoy this episode and pay close attention! To become a guest on our podcast, please email us at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com</a> Give us feedback by leaving us a review on your favorite listening platform!

Ep 15: The OA Podcast - Elusive Perfectionism

The hosts are funny and have great synergy.
The guests on each episode have a powerful story about what they have gone through. I really enjoy each episode.

Powerful Podcast

Love it! So positive and just what I need to hear to remember I too can overcome tough times!

Great show!

Overcoming Adversity

Matthew Zetz

This week's guest on the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen is the incredibly resilient, Matthew Zetz. Matthew is 43 years old, has been in recovery from a substance use disorder for 12 years, and has an incredible tale of overcoming adversity after he recently had one of his legs amputated after a horrific accident. On this episode, Matthew tells us of the gut wrenching story that led to his amputation, how the people in his life kept him alive, and how his faith restored the grace he feels today. You won't want to miss this one!  Please subscribe to this channel for a new, inspiring episode every week! If you've got a story to tell and want to be a guest on our show, shoot us an email at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com  Visit us on FACEBOOK at @OvercomingAdversityPodcast If you love this show, please leave us a review!

This week's guest on the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino and Blake Cohen is the incredibly resilient, Matthew Zetz. Matthew is 43 years old, has been in recovery from a substance use disorder for 12 years, and has an incredible tale of overcoming adversity after he recently had one of his legs amputated after a horrific accident. On this episode, Matthew tells us of the gut wrenching story that led to his amputation, how the people in his life kept him alive, and how his faith restored the grace he feels today. You won't want to miss this one!  Please subscribe to this channel for a new, inspiring episode every week! If you've got a story to tell and want to be a guest on our show, shoot us an email at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com</a> Visit us on FACEBOOK at @OvercomingAdversityPodcast If you love this show, please leave us a review!

EP. 7: The OA Podcast - Matthew Zetz

Eric "Brooks" Birkhimer was no stranger to adversity by the time he was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. At the time he was diagnosed, he had already been battling with a major substance use disorder as well as having his fair share of family struggles along the way. When Brooks decided it was time to clean up his life, he went to war with his addiction and came out victorious. Some of the fruits of his victory was gaining the ability to meet his wife and start a family.  Life was sailing smoothly until he decided to clean up one more piece of his past...the Hepatitis C. In episode 11 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, Brooks details the physical and psychological battles he had to endure for months while taking the medication Interferon (a now out-dated cure for Hep. C). Once again, we find ourselves talking to another beacon of hope and another story of the power of the human spirit. Thank you, Eric "Brooks" Birkhimer! If you are enjoying this podcast, please drop us a review! Also, if you have a story to tell and would like to be a guest on our podcast, Please email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com! Happy Overcoming, Everyone!

Eric "Brooks" Birkhimer was no stranger to adversity by the time he was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. At the time he was diagnosed, he had already been battling with a major substance use disorder as well as having his fair share of family struggles along the way. When Brooks decided it was time to clean up his life, he went to war with his addiction and came out victorious. Some of the fruits of his victory was gaining the ability to meet his wife and start a family.  Life was sailing smoothly until he decided to clean up one more piece of his past...the Hepatitis C. In episode 11 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, Brooks details the physical and psychological battles he had to endure for months while taking the medication Interferon (a now out-dated cure for Hep. C). Once again, we find ourselves talking to another beacon of hope and another story of the power of the human spirit. Thank you, Eric "Brooks" Birkhimer! If you are enjoying this podcast, please drop us a review! Also, if you have a story to tell and would like to be a guest on our podcast, Please email us at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com!">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@gmail.com!</a> Happy Overcoming, Everyone!

Ep. 11: The OA Podcast - Life Interrupted by Interferon

Kim Rogers

This week's episode is a tale of survival and a race against time. Kim Rogers, Assistant Principal and Single Mother, was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease just a few short years ago. From pain to painful glares from others, Kim has worked so hard to prove to the world and this disease that it cannot get the best of her! She is living proof that it is possible to overcome major adversity and works hard, every day, to be an example of that! Enjoy this week's Overcoming Adversity Podcast with our special guest, Kim Rogers. Have a story to tell? Message us on Facebook at @OvercomingAdversityPodcast or email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

This week's episode is a tale of survival and a race against time. Kim Rogers, Assistant Principal and Single Mother, was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease just a few short years ago. From pain to painful glares from others, Kim has worked so hard to prove to the world and this disease that it cannot get the best of her! She is living proof that it is possible to overcome major adversity and works hard, every day, to be an example of that! Enjoy this week's Overcoming Adversity Podcast with our special guest, Kim Rogers. Have a story to tell? Message us on Facebook at @OvercomingAdversityPodcast or email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Ep. 6: The OA Podcast - Kim Rogers

Episode number 13 has arrived and it can only be described as being taken on an emotional roller coaster. Our guests this week on the Overcoming Adversity podcast are Cale and Jen S., a married couple out of the midwest. Their story involves loss but not just any loss. Cale and Jen tragically lost their 15 year old daughter after 13 years of her battling an unknown neurological disorder that devastated their household. While trying to balance caring for their youngest daughter and her medical issues, they had to try to maintain a sense of normalcy in their house for their other two children and, frankly, for themselves. The two of them get real and emotional with us in the hope that they can inspire others who’ve lost a loved one to remember that there is light at the end of the tunnel. There’s a few firsts in this episode for the OA podcast. The first time we’ve all gotten emotional so quickly, the first time we’ve had two guests on at once, and the first time the show effortlessly went on for almost an hour. Please enjoy, Episode #13 and thank you for sharing with us, Cale and Jen. **If you are enjoying the OA podcast, please leave us a review! ***If you’d like to be a guest on our show or know someone that should, please email us at OvercomingAdversitypodcast@gmail.com

Episode number 13 has arrived and it can only be described as being taken on an emotional roller coaster. Our guests this week on the Overcoming Adversity podcast are Cale and Jen S., a married couple out of the midwest. Their story involves loss but not just any loss. Cale and Jen tragically lost their 15 year old daughter after 13 years of her battling an unknown neurological disorder that devastated their household. While trying to balance caring for their youngest daughter and her medical issues, they had to try to maintain a sense of normalcy in their house for their other two children and, frankly, for themselves. The two of them get real and emotional with us in the hope that they can inspire others who’ve lost a loved one to remember that there is light at the end of the tunnel. There’s a few firsts in this episode for the OA podcast. The first time we’ve all gotten emotional so quickly, the first time we’ve had two guests on at once, and the first time the show effortlessly went on for almost an hour. Please enjoy, Episode #13 and thank you for sharing with us, Cale and Jen. **If you are enjoying the OA podcast, please leave us a review! ***If you’d like to be a guest on our show or know someone that should, please email us at OvercomingAdversitypodcast@gmail.com

Ep 13: The OA Podcast - Gone but Never Forgotten

Michael Gonzales

This guest was one of the first people we had in mind when starting this journey of sharing hope through incredible stories of overcoming adversity. Michael Gonzales is the definition of resilient between coming from a home filled with gang violence to becoming a daily methamphetamine user at the age of 14 to his most recent battle of trying to obtain sole custody of his children and circumnavigate the rough seas of single parenthood.  Michael is well known in the field of behavioral health and has been a staple interventionist on A&amp;E's Hit Television show, Intervention. We are proud to call this incredible man our friend and, after listening to this episode, we believe you will learn EXACTLY why we love Michael the way we do.  Have you got a story to tell? Email us at OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com or Shoot us a message on any of the socials at Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Enjoy listening? Leave us a review! Until next time, friends! Keep fighting the good fight. 

This guest was one of the first people we had in mind when starting this journey of sharing hope through incredible stories of overcoming adversity. Michael Gonzales is the definition of resilient between coming from a home filled with gang violence to becoming a daily methamphetamine user at the age of 14 to his most recent battle of trying to obtain sole custody of his children and circumnavigate the rough seas of single parenthood.  Michael is well known in the field of behavioral health and has been a staple interventionist on A&amp;E's Hit Television show, Intervention. We are proud to call this incredible man our friend and, after listening to this episode, we believe you will learn EXACTLY why we love Michael the way we do.  Have you got a story to tell? Email us at <a href="mailto:OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com">OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com</a> or Shoot us a message on any of the socials at Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Enjoy listening? Leave us a review! Until next time, friends! Keep fighting the good fight.

Ep. 10: The OA Podcast - Michael Gonzales

Take a second to imagine what it must have been like to be a 12 year old boy in the Bronx, NY during the worst crack-cocaine epidemic this country has ever seen. The violence, the gang banging lifestyle, the lack of structure or anyone to look up to but other thugs. That is what it was like growing up for Anthony Colon. With no one to steer him differently, Anthony led a life that landed him in prison for decades, had him dealing drugs at the age of 13, losing his brother to a brutal murder, and so much more. Today, Anthony is a better man who has dedicated his life to the service of others. He's filled with gratitude today because he knows whats on the other side. He is also a published author on Amazon and you can find his book HERE. Enjoy the episode that belongs to the number 14. _________________________________________ If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave us a review! Also, if you'd like to be a guest on our show and have a story to tell, please email us two paragraphs about yourself to OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Take a second to imagine what it must have been like to be a 12 year old boy in the Bronx, NY during the worst crack-cocaine epidemic this country has ever seen. The violence, the gang banging lifestyle, the lack of structure or anyone to look up to but other thugs. That is what it was like growing up for Anthony Colon. With no one to steer him differently, Anthony led a life that landed him in prison for decades, had him dealing drugs at the age of 13, losing his brother to a brutal murder, and so much more. Today, Anthony is a better man who has dedicated his life to the service of others. He's filled with gratitude today because he knows whats on the other side. He is also a published author on Amazon and you can find his book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Thugs-Revenge-Cowards-Nightmare-Street-ebook/dp/B07SBNWHCR/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Cowards+nightmare+Anthony+Colon&amp;qid=1570646314&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE.</a> Enjoy the episode that belongs to the number 14. _________________________________________ If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave us a review! Also, if you'd like to be a guest on our show and have a story to tell, please email us two paragraphs about yourself to OvercomingAdversityPodcast@Gmail.com

Ep 14: The OA Podcast - A Thug's Life

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