Hard Knox Talks: Your Addiction Podcast

Daniel Unmanageable

Mental Health

Addiction

Recovery

Addiction Recovery

Substance Use

Trauma

Shame

Parenting

Early Childhood

Community Support

Sobriety

Adverse Childhood Experiences

Treatment Programs

Psychosis

Self-Improvement

Crystal Meth

Substance Abuse

Drug Policy

Jealousy

Life After Addiction

Inspiring sobriety stories and real talk about all things substance use. Stay up to date on upcoming streams, get on our email list, shop our store, and more at www.hardknoxtalks.com

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	375	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Self-ImprovementHealth & FitnessMental HealthEducation

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After losing his brother to suicide, Brent spiraled into severe alcoholism, grief, and repeated suicide attempts. He shares what helped him choose life.

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Brent’s addiction didn’t begin with drugs — it began with alcohol, grief, and unspoken trauma. What started as confidence and relief quickly became daily drinking, violence, and survival alongside people involved in serious criminal a... more

23 Jan 2026 • 49 min

Kevin shares the reality of addiction, chronic illness, and choosing sobriety while living with a terminal Cirrhosis.

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Kevin’s alcoholism hid in plain sight. Raised in a culture where heavy drinking was normalized and rewarded, alcohol slowly became a necessity rather than a choice. Years of bartending and constant access accelerated the damage until ... more

16 Jan 2026 • 28 min

After years of meth addiction, gang life, and prison violence, Ernie Leon found sobriety and purpose. He shares his journey through darkness, spiritual warfare, and recovery.

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Ernie Leon grew up surrounded by addiction, gang violence, and incarceration in South Phoenix. Raised by parents struggling with heroin addiction, exposed early to drugs, gangs, and loss, his life moved quickly into crime, meth addict... more

9 Jan 2026 • 37 min

Shannon survived Meth addiction, satanic gang stalking, and spiritual warfare through the transformational power of Jesus Christ.

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If you want to witness the transformative power of Jesus Christ this Christmas season, this one is for you.

Shannon Stevens’ addiction began long before drugs entered her life. Childhood sexual abuse, the violent murder of her grandm... more

24 Dec 2025 • 56 min

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Recent Guests

Ernie Leon

Former gang member and addict who found sobriety and purpose after years of struggle

Episode: After years of meth addiction, gang life, and prison violence, Ernie Leon found sobriety and purpose. He shares his journey through darkness, spiritual warfare, and recovery.

Chelsea Brown

A survivor of domestic violence and addiction, founder of Warriors Way Forward.

Warriors Way Forward

Episode: After surviving years of domestic violence, addiction, and a near-fatal gunshot, Chelsea Brown built Warriors Way Forward — a movement to reform how police and systems respond to survivors.

Adam Vibe Gunton

TEDx speaker and author, sharing his experiences and insights on addiction and recovery.

Recovered on Purpose

Episode: From heroin to a holy diner moment: Adam Vibe Gunton’s road to recovery and redemption.

Marc Efron

Advocate for recovery and founder of a behavioral health company

Legacy Healing

Episode: Marc was a VP at 24, homeless at 28. Cocaine, shame, and ego brought him down—but recovery, fatherhood, and faith helped him rise again.

Stacey Moore

A person in recovery, RN at Dubé Centre, and a mother of children with complex needs.

Episode: Stacey Moore shares her journey through addiction, domestic violence, and suicide attempts while parenting kids with complex needs.

Melissa McGillivray

Psych nurse at St. Paul’s Hospital with extensive experience in emergency and mental health roles.

St. Paul’s Hospital

Episode: St. Paul's Hospital Psych Nurse Melissa McGillivray and Social Worker/Researcher Jen Chauinard joined me in the studio to talk about Service Provider Burn Out during Saskatoon's Overdose Crisis.

Jen Chauinard

Social worker with experience in child protection and crisis intervention, discussing lived experiences with substance use.

University of Saskatchewan

Andrew Brome

A recovery advocate and former addict who shares his story of overcoming severe addiction and homelessness in Vancouver.

Episode: Andrew was homeless on the DTES of Vancouver and his body was shutting down. Today he is using his experiences to help others see that recovery is possible.

Jacqueline Hoffman

CEO of Prairie Sky Recovery Centre

Prairie Sky Recovery Centre

Episode: Ryan Oscar Worked on the Pipeline, after all the efforts to escape his pain failed, he tried to take his own life in a company truck.

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Daniel Hearn

Host discussing addiction and recovery stories, emphasizing raw narratives and spiritual dimensions of healing.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings

Real Recovery
This podcast speaks the real truths about addiction and recovery, and help foster the hard conversations that most people do not want to admit need to be had. Can’t say enough about it.
Apple Podcasts
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Mike Savidant
Canada2 years ago
Great listen every time
You cannot beat this podcast for raw, real, down to earth truth from people who know and speak candidly about their experience and truth. Bravo
Apple Podcasts
5
Dlnormedic
Canada2 years ago
Host interrupts constantly
Hard to listen to the guests when the host constantly interrupts to talk about himself or to make an inappropriate and insensitive comment. He usually interrupts when the guest is telling their personal story.
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456gorl
Canada2 years ago
Def my fav podcast!
I’m not really a “podcast” follower type of girl but THIS one has my whole undivided attention and love! They totally rock 🤘❤️
Apple Podcasts
5
Baby2be4me
United States2 years ago
Real raw stuff but real powerful comrade
Love this show!! Found on Facebook a while back and continue to listen on the podcast & Youtube channel 💜 great people~great content 💜
Apple Podcasts
5
Lmbmpls
United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the raw and real storytelling approach to discussing addiction.

The podcast is praised for fostering an inclusive and supportive community for those dealing with substance use issues.

Some critiques mention a need for smoother transitions and a more polished interviewing style.

Overall, feedback highlights the powerful impact of sharing personal narratives for listeners in recovery or seeking help.

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Talking Points

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Kevin shares the reality of addiction, chronic illness, and choosing sobriety while living with a terminal Cirrhosis.

Q: Can you tell me about what life looked like after you made the decision to get sober?

I dedicated myself to my health, went to Urgent Care to address my infections, and started learning what I can and can't eat, drink, while dealing with the effects of cirrhosis.

Kevin shares the reality of addiction, chronic illness, and choosing sobriety while living with a terminal Cirrhosis.

Q: What drove you into the hospital?

I passed out from pancreatitis and went to the ER after experiencing severe stomach pain.

From gang fights and gun running to Buddhist mindfulness and teaching self-awareness — Cesar Cardona’s story is a masterclass in transformation.

Q: What was it that finally brought you into recovery?

Cesar shares that the summer 2018 assault served as a pivotal moment, leading him to want to change and start embracing a sober lifestyle, particularly after finding a supportive community around mindfulness and self-awareness.

From gang fights and gun running to Buddhist mindfulness and teaching self-awareness — Cesar Cardona’s story is a masterclass in transformation.

Q: When did substance use come into your life?

Cesar explains that substance use began around the age of 13 or 14 after spending a lot of time alone, choosing friends with similar backgrounds who also faced hardships.

Meth and the Mystic. Tanya Ironchild from Regina, SK shares her story.

Q: What was it that finally kicked you into that decision to change your life?

It was the passing of my mom that prompted a deep realization about my life and my role as a mother to my children, which eventually led to my awakening and recovery.

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The content features a series of inspiring and raw narratives centered around addiction and recovery. Each episode invites guests who share their deeply personal stories of struggle and transformation, often highlighting the challenges they faced with substance use and the journey towards sobriety. Key themes include the impact of community support, the importance of faith and spirituality in the recovery process, and the necessity of confronting trauma and personal demons. The show is unique in its authenticity and commitment to providing a platform for voices typically marginalized in discussions about addiction, making it not just informative but also a source of hope for listeners navigating similar challenges.

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1. Ernie Leon
2. Chelsea Brown
3. Adam Vibe Gunton
4. Marc Efron
5. Stacey Moore
6. Melissa McGillivray
7. Jen Chauinard
8. Andrew Brome

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