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Get a Grip Podcast is hosted by Louis Essig and Aaron Garnes, both in recovery from addiction and alcoholism. In each episode, they share their unfiltered stories of overcoming addiction, time in prison, and struggles with mental health—mixing raw honesty with humor. The podcast gives a voice to the underdog, breaking down the stigma surrounding addiction and recovery. Through candid conversations... more

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In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Aaron sits down with Louis for a raw, unfiltered conversation about mental health, grief, and survival.Louis opens up about the profound impact of losing both of his parents and how that loss reshaped eve... more

In this powerful and unfiltered episode, Louis sits down with Kevin Dye for a raw conversation about survival, addiction, crime, loss, and redemption. Kevin opens up about growing up in chaos and being exposed to addiction at a young age, watching hi... more

In this episode, John Ross sits down with Louis Essig and Aaron Garnes to share his story with honesty, perspective, and hard-earned clarity. John walks through his early exposure to drugs and alcohol, growing up around addiction, and the choices tha... more

Louis sits down with Kyle Darby for one of the craziest, rawest, and most brutally honest conversations ever recorded on the pod. Kyle opens up about his chaotic past, from breaking into his dad’s safe as a kid to the night cops stormed into his hous... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Dye
He shares his experiences with addiction and recovery.
Episode: How I became the Gordon Ramsey of Cooking Cr4ck | Ep 112
Kyle Darby
A man in recovery from addiction and a guest sharing his personal story.
Episode: The Day I Sn0rted Cremains Thinking It Was Powdered H3roin | Ep 109
Bianca Rumer
A mother and recovering addict sharing her story of overcoming addiction and the struggles of motherhood
Episode: My Truth: Going Into Labor in a Trap House & My Babies Being Born Addicted | 109
Joe Haag
A recovering addict sharing his unfiltered story of addiction and recovery.
Episode: How I Got Caught Two Felonies Over an Almond Used as a Cr4ck Rock | Ep 106
Katie Szabo
A guest who shares her struggles with addiction and recovery.
Episode: How I Got Addicted to F3nt4nyl At 30 Years Old | Ep 101
Amber Rabold
Survivor of addiction and advocate for change
Episode: My Truth: Exploiting Myself to Survive Addiction While Another Man Profited | Ep 100
Josh Hively
Individual sharing personal journey of recovery from addiction
Episode: How 4 DUIs and a Felony Forced Me to Change My Life | Ep 97
Dan Vanwallsen
Recovery advocate, former heroin user, and now working in recovery support
Episode: My Battle with H3r0in, F3ntanyl & Methadone -- Trying to Stay Clean Ep | 95
James Witherspoon
An individual in recovery sharing his story of addiction and recovery.
Episode: I Drank & Used Everyday For 26 Years, Now I’m 15 Years Sober Ep | 94

Hosts

Louis Essig
Host known for his candid storytelling and experiences in overcoming addiction, particularly through humor and raw honesty.
Aaron Garnes
Co-host who brings engaging narratives and insights into the recovery journey, complementing the stories shared by guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 216 ratings
  • 5 stars

    Love this podcast so much. This is really eye opening to me as a healthcare worker.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sjllbl
    United States12 days ago
  • Amazing

    Such a raw and fantastic podcast love Louis’ voice and his interest in every guest. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cat handed
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hooked

    I’m not an addict and never have been. But I find your podcast so interesting. The stories that these people tell, keep me on the edge of my seat. Bless every person for what they’ve been thru and co time to struggle with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    asdefrthuhgsfb
    United States3 months ago
  • Just grim. Raw but not enriching

    Nothing against raw truthful life storytelling, but a pot of these stories have a seedy and disturbing connotation, but instead of this being acknowledged it is somehow exciting to the hosts. Distasteful. Unfiltered is one thing, but it desperately needs some structure. This ultimately results in lack of positive message, which recovery podcasts should be about.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Molylu
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Recovery

    I do like this podcast, but do find Louis and Aaron get excited over talking about drugs, especially with Gerry’s episode, identify yes, but all drug talk glamourising it, isn’t for me, we all know how to

    Take drugs

    Duffy 7 years clean

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sobergirl uk
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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The strong connection to community and shared experiences is frequently highlighted by listeners as a significant benefit of the podcast.
Several reviews indicate that people find comfort and inspiration in the stories while feeling less isolated in their struggles.
Many commend the hosts for their humor and ability to maintain a positive outlook amid serious discussions.
Listeners appreciate the raw and unfiltered nature of the stories shared, finding them relatable and engaging.
Some have expressed concerns over the lack of structure in the storytelling, wishing for more positive messaging related to recovery.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How I Blacked Out on X4nax and Destroyed My Life in One Night | Ep 111
Q: What would you say to a viewer who is out there using and they can't fucking quit?
Pick your fucking phone up and call somebody and check in somewhere before it's too late.
My Truth: Going Into Labor in a Trap House & My Babies Being Born Addicted | 109
Q: What was the turning point for you where you're like, I'm sick of this shit?
I wanted more for myself and for my children.
My Truth: Going Into Labor in a Trap House & My Babies Being Born Addicted | 109
Q: What would you tell a viewer or anybody watching right now that is still struggling?
You can do it. You can quit. It is possible.
How I Went From Prison to Parole Officer | Ep 105
Q: What would you share with our viewer who's still out there struggling right now?
Surrender to God, because if you can muster willpower to get clean on your own, it's not going to last. Drugs and alcohol are only part of the problem; the real issue lies in the emptiness and hopelessness we feel.
How I Accidentally Got Addicted to F3tty and Lost Two Boyfriends Before I Hit 22 | Ep 104
Q: What would you say to a viewer that's in a similar position to the one you were in?
Kee urged viewers to not give up and emphasized that tomorrow could bring change.

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