Recovery Episodes

Join host Rich Bennett in an enlightening conversation with Lolita Guarin as she shares her inspiring journey from aspiring for the American dream to confronting the harsh realities of burnout. Lolita, an adult child of an alcoholic, dives deep into …

Join Rich Bennett and Wendy Beck in this inspiring episode as they talk with Heidi Gerard, founder of ChrysantheMoms, a non-profit supporting women and children affected by addiction. Heidi shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction, the challenges of starting …

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich welcomes the incredibly talented Shannon Lawrence, an author renowned for her captivating horror and fantasy stories. Shannon shares her journey, discussing her extensive body of work, including over 50 anthologies, four …

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich and co-host Wendy Beck sit down with playwright and director Christle Henzel to discuss her impactful plays, "Addicted" and "Addicted: Alex's Story." Christle shares her personal journey, inspired by the loss …

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, Rich hosts a compelling roundtable discussion featuring members of Big Infinite, representatives from the Ed Lalley Foundation, Derek Pentz, Emily Adoplh, and Wendy Beck. The conversation …

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by Rage Against Addiction, Rich and co-host Wendy Beck engage in a profound discussion with Manny Nsien, CEO of Ripple Ranch Recovery. Manny shares his journey from aspiring doctor to pioneering …

In this episode sponsored by Rage Against Addiction, Rich and his co-host Wendy Beck discuss the impactful work of the non-profit organization, Voices of Hope, with guests Aaron and Chris. They delve into the organization’s unique approach to addiction recovery …

In this profoundly moving episode, host Rich Bennett sits down with Ryan Gray, whose life story transcends the harsh realities of addiction and mental health struggles. Ryan shares his journey from the depths of substance abuse to becoming a beacon …

In this engaging episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by Tar Heel Construction Group, Rich sits down with Daryl Dittmer, an author celebrated for his transformative storytelling. Dittmer opens up about his debut book, "When I Stop Fighting: The …

In this compelling episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by "Rage Against Addiction," Rich and Wendy Beck sit down with Kerry Paradis to explore her poignant and inspiring journey of recovery from alcoholism. Kerry shares her raw and honest …

In this compelling episode sponsored by the Harford County Health Department, listeners are treated to an in-depth conversation with Bruce Brackett. Bruce's journey is nothing short of inspirational, tracing his path from a challenging battle with addiction in New York …

In this impactful episode titled "Ashley Easter and the Courage 365 Revolution" on "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC, listeners are taken on a profound journey through the inspiring work of Ashley Easter and her nonprofit, Courage 365. …

In this powerful episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," sponsored by "Daniel McGhee & The Victory Team," we delve deep into the life of Tate Barkley, a seasoned attorney, educator, and author with a compelling story of struggle, resilience, and …

In this poignant episode "From Shadows to Sunshine: Nicole Poulton's Guide to Recovery and Renewal," sponsored by Rage Against Addiction, Rich Bennett and co-host Wendy Beck delve into the harrowing yet ultimately triumphant story of Nicole Poulton. Nicole candidly shares …

In this inspiring episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," titled "Turning Scars into Strength with Kimberly Clark," sponsored by Eco-Cool HVAC, Rich delves into the profound story of Kimberly Clark, a Navy veteran who transformed her life's greatest challenges into …