LeQuan's story is very relatable to many. His parents were very young when they had him and he ended up living with his grandparents. His father was not in his life he was incarcerated. His grandmother did her best to keep him off the streets even moving to different cities. Throughout LeQuan's life he dealt with a lot of insecurities as well as abandonment and trust issues. He is now on a journey to help others that struggle with these and other things. His story is ...

This is a life long story of Struggles to Strength. Carolyn is very vunerable in sharing her story from having Head Lice, to being SA to not sure where she was going in life, To becoming pregnant by a married man. Just when you think Carolyn's story is finally at the Strength at the age of 30 she gets side swiped by another Wammy!!!! She has an amaning story and her attitude towards the cards that were dealt to her is a true testimony in believing that God has her all the time!!! ...

Tommy's book I WILL OVERCOME (A Story of Love, Hope & Forgiveness) really caught my attention. Tommy grew up in an abusive home, drugs, alcohol and gang activity. Navigating through struggles throughout his childhood, Tommy had overcome many things that should of knocked him down and could of kept him there. Tommy chose to take his struggles to help others with Mental Health Awareness!! Keep going Tommy cannot wait to read your next book. Support the show

I had the pleasure of Ty sharing his story of how his life has changed after numerous times of incarceration. He called them trips. He shares with us the courses he took while in prison to help him rewire his mindset so when he got out he wouldn't go back again. He was a teacher at a Barber College in Florida, he has many certifications in different industries. Now he's working on getting his CDL License. This is a reminder that with the right mindset and determination we can do things ...

A podcast reminder of the gratitude & blessings we sometimes forget we have. I just want to remind everyone that every storm will come to an end & with Faith & Gratitude we can make it through. Hope this podcast makes your day brighter. Support the show

Jacob has an amazing page on Instagram called feel_sober_good and that's exactly what he shares. In 2023 Jacob almost lost his life due to his alcohol intake. He was diagnosed with Cirrhosis of the liver. Here how he was able to battle through and how he is doing life now and showing others how to live their lives sober!! Support the show

Tater's story is a very POWERFUL story of HOPE!! Having come from a broken home with a father that just couldn't beat alcoholism. A mother that fell on hard times with a very abusive man that landed her almost dead int the hospital and she never truly recovered mentally from that. Tater tells of how his life went from partying with friends, drinking with co-workers, working in the radio industry not realizing where his addiction was leading him. The saying of I'm not going to be like them, wa...

Been a minute since I have updated H.O.P.E. this episode is how I have navigated through some pretty trying times in my life. I hope you enjoy this story of the pivots and redirection of my mindset had to go. There will always be battles and storms that we have to go through, but the lessons we learn along the way remind us of why!!! Support the show

I had the absolute pleasure to interview Brandon again. What a way to end 2024 & bring in 2025!! Brandon is not only a Special Needs Teacher, he is also a Coach, Mentor, Therapist & Counselor to many. HIs positive attitude and love for others is one that we should all strive to have!! Always making others feel special & reminding them that they can do anything they put their mind to. I am blessed that God not only gave me the opportunity to have you on H.O.P.E. but a...

The holidays are the best time of the year they say, for some it is the hardest time. Join me in this episode as I share why I think the holidays can be overwhelming and what we can do to navigate through to make our lives happier and help others too. Support the show

My good friend Will shares his story of addiction. Many years of abuse of both alcohol & drugs. Trying to get sober but never truly surrendering. Will is almost 2 years sober and by the Grace of his higher power he is making the world a better place. Support the show

Today's episode is a recap of last weeks episode with Lars. Today we explore what his recovery journey looks like. What he does to help others to succeed in life. Lars is a true testimony of service. Knowing what tools to use to stay sober even through lifes most difficult times! Support the show

Lars shares his story of struggles with addiction starting at a very young age and continuing for over 17 years. Lars remembers how he felt in that darkness of his addiction and shares with us one of his darkest moments that he attempted to take his life. I am truly blessed to have Lars as a friend of mine and also blessed that he is willing to share his story of struggles to help someone else get out of theirs. He has great words to share with us & some strong emotions also. Sta...

Ronsha is an amazing woman of God & Faith. On this episode of H.O.P.E. we have a great conversation about a few things that may help you get through life. Ronsha shares with us how she deals with Grief & also some tools for everyday life. She is a DV Survivor and shares with many women & men how to navigate through life as a Survivor. Support the show

Jaime was a guest on H.O.P.E. back in June of 2022 with an incredible story of HOPE!! Little did she know that she would be embarking on a journey that would take her to a whole new strength and help grow her Faith & Hope in fighting Breast Cancer. This lady here is a light to the world and truly is a blessing to others. Her journey with breast cancer is one of resiliance and strength. She never gave up her HOPE even in times when she was barely able to do things in every day life....

Todays episode is my take on some of the signs that remind me of loved ones that have passed away. Also some of my friends input on their signs that remind them of their loved ones and also a reminder that they are always near by. My belief is 100% in God and I have complete faith in him as I know by his Amazing Grace he saved me!! I do also believe that he sends us little reminders that our loved ones are near!! I hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to like share and subscribe s...

Bradi share's her story of her 19 almost 20 year old son Jack was at a party and before he went to sleep he took a percocet that was laced with a small amount of Fentanyl & he did not wake up the next morning. Bradi & her husband continue to run their sons non-profit that helps children & teens with mental health issues. HappyJackWorld.com As hard as it is for Bradi to share losing her son, her passion is to keep his name alive and also to share with others what 1 p...

Today I share somethings that I have endured and learned so far in life. By far this is not everything but definitely a few lessons I've learned. I hope you enjoy this episode of H.O.P.E. Support the show

Our !st interview was in January of 2022 Josh had just recently became sober again. In August of 2024 he celebrated 3 years of contiuous Sobriety. Josh has had a lot of personal battles to deal with, but by the Grace of God and his beautiful fiance Josh is all about helping others with their struggles I am blessed to call him my friend Support the show

Growing up in the era when Crack was defintely an epedemic in our city of Toledo. DeAndre witnessed his young 14yr old teenage mother go through addiction and also drug dealing. She changed her life and poverty set in. DeAndre began selling drugs but knew that is not what he wanted to do with his life. Having an Entrepenuer mindset he wanted to have his own construction business, but needed the money to do this. This led this young High School graduate, basketball player, Golden G...