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Ashes to Awesome Podcast - Rising in Recovery
Chuck LaFlange
Frequency: 1 episode/4d. Total Eps: 261
Our podcast provides light, hope, and understanding about addiction and mental health to those living within that life and the people who love them.
After spending 25 years in and out of active addiction, I was able to rise out of those ashes and found my way to recovery.
I'm passionate about giving back to society and started my podcast to raise awareness of some of the issues surrounding addiction.
People we lose to addiction and mental health, including those in the opioid crisis, are so much more than a statistic or how they passed. They were loved.
We focus on addiction from many perspectives, including professionals in the healthcare and recovery industries; people who have risen from the ashes of addiction into the awesomeness of recovery; and those who may still be active in an addiction, and we include the families and loved ones that are conscripted soldiers in a war no one wanted.
Every day of the week is different and unique.
Memorial Monday is dedicated to the people lost to overdose and/or addiction. We allow a family member or friend to share the story of who they were in better times.
Tuesdays are typically dedicated to the people who have risen from the ashes of addiction into the awesomeness of recovery and/or who are trying to still fight to find their way back.
Wednesdays is named kaleidoscope Wednesday, and features Ryan Bathgate, a gifted therapist who possesses a master’s degree, and helps us to understand the science and psychology around addiction, and how to come back from the chaos and maintain a fulfilled life from any trauma. His wisdom, charisma, and passion are evident as he answers questions from our listeners. He unpacks his answers in a way that is uniquely valuable to all who listen.
By Thursday, we are ready for some light n laughter and take a break from the seriousness of our usual topics with
"Just the Tip(s)" Thursday, we have some fun with how to navigate society with sobriety.
Family Fridays are dedicated to the families and loved ones of addicts, and sharing their stories as they are too often not told, but their battles are just as fierce and heart wrenching of those who are struggling on a daily basis.
On the Weekend Ramble I am joined my cohost, Karl the Atheist; Lisa, a psychiatrist specializing in addiction, and often a fourth panelist that changes week to week so as to continue offering a different perspective. As a panel, we look back at the week and discuss some of the highlights and takeaways.
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278 - PROTECTING CHILDREN WITH SUD FROM THEMSELVES
Season 1 · Episode 277
samedi 5 octobre 2024 • Duration 01:08:04
In the wake of the tragic passing of 13 year old, Brianna MacDonald, in British Columbia, due to a drug poisoning, Angie Hamilton from Families for Addiction Recovery, joins Dr. Lisa and I for a conversation about mandated treatment, and specifically concerning minors.
Title Sponsor
AARC - Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
PSA Sponsor
Yatra Trauma Centre
Daily Gratitude Sponsor
FAR - Families for Addiction Recovery
277 - JASON MACMILLAN - MENTAL HEALTH, MEDICATION, AND 12 STEPS
Season 1 · Episode 277
samedi 28 septembre 2024 • Duration 01:09:52
Jason is back to talk about some of the struggles he has faced when coupling his own mental health in the 12 step community.
Title Sponsor
Yatra Trauma Centre www.yatracentre.com
PSA Sponsor
AARC - Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
Daily Gratitude Sponsor
FAR - Families for Addiction Recovery
268 -RYAN BATHGATE STEPS 7, 8, & 9.
Season 1 · Episode 265
jeudi 15 août 2024 • Duration 44:45
Ryan and I discuss an interesting way to look at steps 7,8, and 9….and more
For links to watch/listen on all platforms visit:www.a2apodcast.com/268
Title SponsorYatra Trauma Centre
PSA SponsorFAR - Families for Addiction Recovery
Daily Gratitude Sponsor
AARC - Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
PSA by: Jamie Tall
174-MEMORIAL MONDAY- KATHY WAGNER
Season 1 · Episode 174
lundi 2 octobre 2023 • Duration 01:20:05
A “vivid and moving memoir” that shows the “redemptive blessing of healing and compassion.” ~ Dr. Gabor Matte, Author of The Myth of Normal While we've moved away from our weekly Memorial Monday episodes, they remain a crucial essence of our mission. This week, we're honored to have Kathy Wagner, an author whose work has been recognized by the esteemed Gabor Maté. She joins us to reminisce about her son Tristan: the joys, the challenges, and the profound journey of loving someone entrenched in addiction. Navigating the heartbreak of losing her youngest at just 21 to fentanyl poisoning, Kathy offers insights and lessons that continue to guide her healing process.
Find a copy of this compelling read or follow Kathy's writings at
https://www.kwagnerwrites.com/
If you have a nonprofit or fundraiser that you would like to advertise for free and spread a five-minute dose of kindness to the world while doing it, you can on the latest Chuck LaFLange Production, Morning Cup of Kindness. Details here https://WWW.A2APODCAST.COM/MCK
If you are listening on the Spotify platform, you are able to share your thoughts about an individual episode in the interactive element that Spotify offers. Doing this tickles the fancy of the algorithm and really helps us to spread the message.
Also please visit our Facebook page here, and like, share, or comment on any of the posts. Your feedback there is sincerely appreciated, and taken quite seriously.
Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible :
Rosecrest Recovery Services Call 615-484-8792 or email info@rosecrestrecoveryservices.com
Dent Kits - http://www.dentkits.com
Together We Can Recovery Society http://www.twcrecoverylife.org
Revolution Recovery - https://www.revolution-recovery.com/
Yatra Trauma Therapy Center -https://yatracentre.com/
Nate D Foundation =https://nate-d.ca/
173- WEEKEND RAMBLE - MICHAEL TOURVILLE
Season 1 · Episode 173
samedi 30 septembre 2023 • Duration 01:17:37
Michael is the author of a uniquely written book "Voices from the Fallen” taking us on an intimate journey inside the lives of people who have experienced the hell of addiction, the relentless defeat of relapse, and hope of recovery, which in turn spawned his non profit organization and podcast The Healing Voices Project.
Though not having suffered in addiction himself, he dedicates his time to raising awareness after personally witnessing the toll the opioid crisis is still taking on families all over the map.
You can find links to both on his website: https://www.healingvoicesproject.org/
or his book on amazon: Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage: Tourville, Michael K.: 9781948278324: Amazon.com: Books
If you have a nonprofit or fundraiser that you would like to advertise for free and spread a five-minute dose of kindness to the world while doing it, you can on the latest Chuck LaFLange Production, Morning Cup of Kindness. Details here https://WWW.A2APODCAST.COM/MCK
Click https://www.a2apodcast.com for links to Chuck's new daily 5 min podcast, "Morning Cup of Kindness", all of our socials where we have posted some great short-form content to help inspire.
If you are listening on the Spotify platform, you are able to share your thoughts about an individual episode in the interactive element that Spotify offers. Doing this tickles the fancy of the algorithm and really helps us to spread the message.
Also please visit our Facebook page here, and like, share, or comment on any of the posts. Your feedback there is sincerely appreciated, and taken quite seriously.
Lastly, most of our alumni guests from the podcast are members of our Facebook group. If you would like to get to know any of them, or have questions, or perhaps would like to invite them onto another show, this is a great place to interact. You can join that group here .https://www.facebook.com/groups/79994...
Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible :
Rosecrest Recovery Services Call 615-484-8792 or email info@rosecrestrecoveryservices.com
Dent Kits - http://www.dentkits.com
Together We Can Recovery Society http://www.twcrecoverylife.org Revolution Recovery - https://www.revolution-recovery.com/
Yatra Trauma Therapy Center -https://yatracentre.com/
Nate D Foundation =https://nate-d.ca/
172 - KALEIDOSCOPE WEDNESDAY- THE REALITIES OF LOVING AN ADDICT
Season 1 · Episode 172
mercredi 27 septembre 2023 • Duration 01:07:16
Ryan and I break away from the organized format as of late, and have an off the cuff conversation about the realities faced by people who love someone who is suffering in addiction.
If you have a nonprofit or fundraiser that you would like to advertise for free and spread a five-minute dose of kindness to the world while doing it, you can on the latest Chuck LaFLange Production, Morning Cup of Kindness. Details here https://WWW.A2APODCAST.COM/MCK
Click https://www.a2apodcast.com for links to Chuck's new daily 5 min podcast, "Morning Cup of Kindness", all of our socials where we have posted some great short-form content to help inspire.
If you are listening on the Spotify platform, you are able to share your thoughts about an individual episode in the interactive element that Spotify offers. Doing this tickles the fancy of the algorithm and really helps us to spread the message.
Also please visit our Facebook page here, and like, share, or comment on any of the posts. Your feedback there is sincerely appreciated, and taken quite seriously.
Lastly, most of our alumni guests from the podcast are members of our Facebook group. If you would like to get to know any of them, or have questions, or perhaps would like to invite them onto another show, this is a great place to interact. You can join that group here .https://www.facebook.com/groups/79994...
Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible :
Rosecrest Recovery Services Call 615-484-8792 or email info@rosecrestrecoveryservices.com
Dent Kits - http://www.dentkits.com
Together We Can Recovery Society http://www.twcrecoverylife.org Revolution Recovery - https://www.revolution-recovery.com/
Yatra Trauma Therapy Center -https://yatracentre.com/
Nate D Foundation =https://nate-d.ca/
-- Chuck LaFlange aka Chris Host/Founder Ashes to Awesome Podcast - Rising in Recoverywww.a2apodcast.com
171-MATT KEAGAN
Season 1 · Episode 171
mercredi 27 septembre 2023 • Duration 01:13:59
Matt Keagan shares his journey with us. From scripts and partying with his parents, to prison, to sobriety, to relapse, to a recovery influencer on social media, Matt's story is one to inspire.
https://www.facebook.com/Mattkeeganrecovery
https://www.tiktok.com/@mattkeeganrecovery
https://www.instagram.com/mattkeeganrecovery/
Chris Horder, aka Chuck LaFlange, transformed his life from a 25-year addiction to founding the "Ashes to Awesome" podcast. His journey, marked by estrangement and challenges, changed with his mother's affirmations of love and the loss of his father, Peter, in 2022. This loss and his mother's support catalyzed Chris's recovery and the birth of his podcast, initially a personal therapy tool, now a platform for spreading love and understanding to those battling addiction.
Despite financial struggles and reliance on family and sponsors, Chris's podcast has grown into a global movement. Key support came from the Yatra Trauma Centre in Thailand, leading to Chris's move there for treatment and financial relief. He now seeks funding for an Education Visa to continue his work in Thailand.
Any help you can give is much appreciated Interac Etransfer (Canada Only) or Paypal chrishorder77@gmail.com
Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible
Yatra Trauma Therapy Center - www.yatracentre.com
Together We Can Recovery Society https://twcrecoverylife.org/
170 WEEKEND RAMBLE - SHOULD WE FORCE PEOPLE INTO DRUG TREATMENT?
Season 1 · Episode 170
dimanche 24 septembre 2023 • Duration 01:17:10
Dr. Lisa, Atika-J, and Chuck have an impromptu debate on mandated treatment, after discussing the NORS (National Overdose Response System) and how Ashes to Awesome has agreed to help get the word out.
Atika's email atika@j-initiative.org
NORS https://www.nors.ca/
If you have a nonprofit or fundraiser that you would like to advertise for free and spread a five-minute dose of kindness to the world while doing it, you can on the latest Chuck LaFLange Production, Morning Cup of Kindness. Details herehttps://WWW.A2APODCAST.COM/MCK Click https://www.a2apodcast.com for links to Chuck's new daily 5 min podcast, "Morning Cup of Kindness", all of our socials where we have posted some great short-form content to help inspire. If you are listening on the Spotify platform, you are able to share your thoughts about an individual episode in the interactive element that Spotify offers. Doing this tickles the fancy of the algorithm and really helps us to spread the message. Also please visit our Facebook page here, and like, share, or comment on any of the posts. Your feedback there is sincerely appreciated, and taken quite seriously. Lastly, most of our alumni guests from the podcast are members of our Facebook group. If you would like to get to know any of them, or have questions, or perhaps would like to invite them onto another show, this is a great place to interact. You can join that group here .https://www.facebook.com/groups/79994... Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible :Rosecrest Recovery Services Call 615-484-8792 or email info@rosecrestrecoveryservices.com Dent Kits - http://www.dentkits.com Together We Can Recovery Society http://www.twcrecoverylife.org Revolution Recovery - https://www.revolution-recovery.com/ Yatra Trauma Therapy Center -https://yatracentre.com/ Nate D Foundation =https://nate-d.ca/
169 KALEIDOSCOPE WED -PT 3 0F 3 - EMOTIONAL LEXICON
Season 1 · Episode 169
jeudi 21 septembre 2023 • Duration 01:07:22
As we wrap up the Emotional Lexicon series, Ryan walks me through what turns out to be yet another profound experience, with Ryans guidance; The practice of "Locating" as instructed by the pioner of this practice Eugene Gendlin. Of course, the perfect follow up to that was to finally take a closer look at the "Feeling Wheel".
If you have a nonprofit or fundraiser that you would like to advertise for free and spread a five-minute dose of kindness to the world while doing it, you can on the latest Chuck LaFLange Production, Morning Cup of Kindness. Details herehttps://WWW.A2APODCAST.COM/MCK Click https://www.a2apodcast.com for links to Chuck's new daily 5 min podcast, "Morning Cup of Kindness", all of our socials where we have posted some great short-form content to help inspire. If you are listening on the Spotify platform, you are able to share your thoughts about an individual episode in the interactive element that Spotify offers. Doing this tickles the fancy of the algorithm and really helps us to spread the message. Also please visit our Facebook page here, and like, share, or comment on any of the posts. Your feedback there is sincerely appreciated, and taken quite seriously. Lastly, most of our alumni guests from the podcast are members of our Facebook group. If you would like to get to know any of them, or have questions, or perhaps would like to invite them onto another show, this is a great place to interact. You can join that group here .https://www.facebook.com/groups/79994... Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible :Rosecrest Recovery Services Call 615-484-8792 or email info@rosecrestrecoveryservices.com Dent Kits - http://www.dentkits.com Together We Can Recovery Society http://www.twcrecoverylife.org Revolution Recovery - https://www.revolution-recovery.com/ Yatra Trauma Therapy Center -https://yatracentre.com/ Nate D Foundation =https://nate-d.ca/
168- Donna of "Hard Knox Talks" Shares Her Powerful Journey
Season 1 · Episode 168
mardi 19 septembre 2023 • Duration 01:25:39
Dive deep with Donna, the vibrant co-host of the renowned livestream video podcast, "Hard Knox Talks" (HKT). While many of our listeners were captivated by Daniel Hearn's gripping narrative on Episode 123, it was the subtle mentions of Donna's journey that truly piqued our interest.
Now, Donna graciously joins us to unfold her profound story. While her experiences and path to recovery might differ from Daniel's, the serendipity of their journeys led them back to each other. Today, this dynamic duo stands united in their commitment to not only assist those navigating the tumultuous waters of addiction but also to enlighten their families and the global community. They aim to shed light on the complexities of addiction and to foster an environment of understanding and empathy. With their stories as the backdrop, they hope that the profound love and connection they embody can inspire a wave of empathy and healing, reaching hearts worldwide.
Join us in listening to Donna's story—a beacon of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of connection.
https://www.hardknoxtalks.com/
If you have a nonprofit or fundraiser that you would like to advertise for free and spread a five-minute dose of kindness to the world while doing it, you can on the latest Chuck LaFLange Production, Morning Cup of Kindness. Details herehttps://WWW.A2APODCAST.COM/MCK Click https://www.a2apodcast.com for links to Chuck's new daily 5 min podcast, "Morning Cup of Kindness", all of our socials where we have posted some great short-form content to help inspire. If you are listening on the Spotify platform, you are able to share your thoughts about an individual episode in the interactive element that Spotify offers. Doing this tickles the fancy of the algorithm and really helps us to spread the message. Also please visit our Facebook page here, and like, share, or comment on any of the posts. Your feedback there is sincerely appreciated, and taken quite seriously. Lastly, most of our alumni guests from the podcast are members of our Facebook group. If you would like to get to know any of them, or have questions, or perhaps would like to invite them onto another show, this is a great place to interact. You can join that group here .https://www.facebook.com/groups/79994... Ours sponsors, that make spreading the message possible :Rosecrest Recovery Services Call 615-484-8792 or email info@rosecrestrecoveryservices.com Dent Kits - http://www.dentkits.com Together We Can Recovery Society http://www.twcrecoverylife.org Revolution Recovery - https://www.revolution-recovery.com/ Yatra Trauma Therapy Center -https://yatracentre.com/ Nate D Foundation =https://nate-d.ca/
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