We're back after a brief pause to acknowledge our stance in solidarity for the black community. Thank you all for your dedication to listening, understanding, educating, and being a part of larger change. In today's episode, we dig deeper into one of the most powerful healing tools of the 12 Steps - nightly inventory. Join us for an analysis of this practice before we tackle the answers to some of your great (!) listener questions. Plus, Chris let's us in on a fitting story of a recent emergency of his own that helped to answer one of your burning questions. Enjoy!

Following the first ever virtual NFL Draft, we're joined by Jason Starkey, a former NFL center who happens to be another close friend and business partner of Chris. Jason takes us through his emotional story of football, relationships, influences, and life moments as he journeyed through is own battle with addiction. Whether you're hoping to learn more or are simply a sports fan interested in a great story, this is a must-listen.

Today we're joined by Chris' business partner and close friend, Bubba Vann. We hear from Bubba on his journey through addiction and recovery, and "The Great Obsession" of his life at different stages. We then take an inside look into the experiences of detox and rehab as Chris and Bubba recount their journeys through both, and end by answering some of your listener questions (thank you!). 

Guest John Smith joins us for an colorful look into his journey through addiction, which includes law school, the "Florida Stories", robbing Chris in college, and the significance of the 12 Steps in turning his life around.

Today our MOM joins us! Hear her first-hand account of Chris's story and her powerful advice for parents and loved ones to help guide you away from enablement and get focused on healing through love.

An in-depth on the difference between moderate and heavy drinkers/users, and REAL addicts and alcoholics. Plus, Chris walks us through the 12 Steps one by one, with insights and advice on the path to staying sober. If you are ONLY going to listen to one episode, this is the one.

An in-depth on Chris' story and journey through addiction, alcoholism, and recovery. First experiences, exploration of substances, fading into dark times, detox, rehab, relapse, overdose, vulnerability, uncertainty, manipulation, deceit, love, hope, and a light at the end of the tunnel to recovery. This story is jam-packed. We recommend you give the entire episode a listen, but if you REALLY don't have the attention span, patience, or time, flip to around 1:20 to get to the upward path and the beginning of Chris' recovery journey. As we mentioned in the intro, hang in. Try to avoid pressing pause. Be open. We will get you through the discomfort of the journey and into the understanding of how healing begins.

An introduction to the Faded Podcast and what to expect on the journey to understanding substance abuse and recovery.