CROSSTALK PODCASTS

He Lost Everything to Heroin. Now He's Changing Lives.

Justin Garland opens up about his powerful journey from heroin addiction, isolation, and rock bottom to long term recovery and creating The Maze, New York City's alcohol free members club. In this deeply honest conversation, he shares how addiction took over his life, the family intervention that saved him, and why true recovery is about connection not just sobriety. From childhood struggles and substance abuse to rehab, recovery, and finding purpose, this episode explores the realities of addiction, healing, mental health, community, and what it really takes to build a meaningful life after recovery. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for an inspiring story of transformation, this conversation offers hope, honesty, and practical insight. If this episode encouraged you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us inspire more people on their recovery journey. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos]https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠] Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast/]https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠] 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts] | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts]

He Lost Two Brothers. The Lesson That Saved His Life Will Stay With You | John Morello

What keeps one person from following the same path as everyone around them? In this powerful episode of Crosstalk Podcast, comedian, actor, and storyteller John Morello shares how growing up surrounded by addiction, losing two brothers, and the influence of a few remarkable people shaped the man he became. This conversation goes beyond addiction. It's about grief, identity, purpose, and the life changing impact of someone believing in you when you can't believe in yourself. If this episode resonates with you, like, subscribe to Crosstalk Podcast, and share it with someone who needs this message. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: crosstalkofficial.com/episode/he-lost-two-brothers-the-people-who-believed-in-him-changed-everything Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos]https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠] Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast/]https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠] 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts] | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts]

From Heroin Addiction to Healing Others | Eric Rodriguez's Powerful Recovery Story

What happens when someone battling heroin addiction becomes the person helping others recover? In this episode of Crosstalk Podcast, licensed therapist Eric Rodriguez shares his journey from addiction and jail to recovery and a career helping others heal. He opens up about trauma, loss, resilience, and the power of connection in overcoming substance use. If you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or looking for hope, this conversation is one you won't want to miss. Like, subscribe, and share to help us reach more people with stories of hope and recovery. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: https://crosstalkofficial.com/episode/from-heroin-addiction-to-helping-others-heal-eric-rodriguezs-recovery-journey [https://crosstalkofficial.com/episode/from-heroin-addiction-to-helping-others-heal-eric-rodriguezs-recovery-journey] Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos]https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠] Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast/]https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠] 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts] | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts]

How These Women Got Sober & Found True Happiness | The Life Changing Power of Recovery

What happens when you stop numbing the pain and start rebuilding your life? In this powerful episode of Crosstalk, we sit down with inspiring women from the Sober Is The New Cool community to explore addiction recovery, sobriety, purpose, healing, and the surprising joy that comes after alcohol. From mothers and coaches to recovery advocates and healthcare professionals, each guest shares a raw and honest story of transformation. You'll discover how community, faith, personal growth, and meaningful connections help people overcome addiction and create lives they never thought possible. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation will leave you with hope and practical wisdom. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: crosstalkofficial.com/episode/the-unexpected-joy-of-sobriety-stories-of-healing-purpose-and-community Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos]https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠] Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast/]https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠] 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts] | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts]

From Addiction to Purpose: How Recovery Helped Us Rebuild Our Lives | Brad & Yasmin's Story

What happens when addiction strips away the life you've built and forces you to confront who you really are? In this powerful episode of Crosstalk Podcast, Brad and Yasmin share their deeply personal journeys through addiction, treatment, trauma, and recovery. From DUIs, fake IDs, and destructive relationships to finding healing, purpose, and becoming leaders in the recovery space, their stories offer hope to anyone struggling with substance use or supporting a loved one through it. overy, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation sheds light on the realities of addictio Whether you're exploring sobriety, navigating early recovery, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation sheds light on the realities of addiction, emotional growth, accountability, and what it truly takes to build a meaningful life after rock bottom. Access our website for the full notes for this episode: crosstalkofficial.com/episode/from-rock-bottom-to-purpose-how-brad-and-yasmin-rebuilt-their-lives-through-recovery Video is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos]https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSTALKPODCASTS/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠] Follow CROSSTALK on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalk.podcast/]https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosstalkpodcasts/⁠] 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts] | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re so grateful for your support each episode! If you’re enjoying the show, please help us reach others by sharing it with someone who’d love it and leaving a review here [https://ratethispodcast.com/crosstalkpodcasts]