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Rise Above with Kevin Lanning

Kevin Lanning
Mental Health
Addiction
Sobriety
Resilience
Substance Abuse
Recovery
Childhood Trauma
Parenting
Abuse
Divorce
Camaraderie
Trauma Bonding
Alcoholism
Support Systems
Family Dynamics
Nursing
Trauma
Counseling
MMA
Entrepreneurship

Welcome to Rise Above with Kevin Lanning. Join Kevin, a former Google executive in sobriety, as he shares inspiring stories of resilience. Each episode features individuals who have faced life’s toughest challenges—addiction, trauma, anxiety, and more—and emerged stronger. These conversations aren’t just about survival; they’re about thriving and finding practical solutions to rise above adversity... more

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Latest Episodes

John Rokee’s story is a terrifying look at the lengths an addict will go to maintain a "perfect" life. By day, he was a high-earning union steamfitter. By night, he was a "chameleon" trapped in a $1.2 million downward spiral, snorting up to 200 bags ... more

Kim House’s life story sounds like a movie script, but the trauma was all too real.

After fleeing an abusive home at just 14 years old, Kim found herself winning bikini contests and dancing in clubs just to survive. By her early 20s, she was diagnos... more

Molly Haneke opens up about her journey from early self-harm and blackout drinking at just 16, to hitting a breaking point that landed her in a mental hospital at 22. What started as insecurity and isolation quickly spiraled into daily drinking, drug... more

Sean Young survived three deployments to Afghanistan, saw his brothers-in-arms blown up in front of him, and lived through a childhood that sounds like a horror movie. In this raw and unfiltered interview on Rise Above with Kevin Lanning, Sean reveal... more

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Recent Guests

Alyx Gold
Recovery advocate and aspiring treatment facility founder
Gold Center for Recovery / Zachary Cordella Place housing
Episode: I Was Held Hostage by a Biker Gang | Shooting Heroin at 15 Nearly Killed Me
Guest (unnamed)
Main guest sharing life and sobriety journey
Real estate professional and entrepreneur
Episode: "I Wanted The Batch That Killed 5 People" | Inside A Brutal Fentanyl Addiction
Jessica Tanner
Tattooed bartender turned wellness coach, yoga teacher, and content creator focusing on sobriety and holistic living
Independent (content creator)
Episode: I Couldn’t Stop Drinking Once I Started… I Blacked Out Every Time
Blake Bilder
Professional fighter and motivational speaker who shares his journey of recovery and resilience.
Episode: I Fought in the UFC on LSD | Cartel Arrest, Ayahuasca in Peru & Getting Sober
Dr. Cali Estes
Doctor with nearly 28 years in recovery, known for her work in addiction and mental health
Sober On Demand, The Addictions Academy
Episode: I Married A Junkie | Trauma, Detox, Narcissism & Real Recovery
Romaine Akil Campbell
Police officer who lost his son and shares his journey through grief.
Episode: My Son Was Murdered… and the Man Who Killed Him Walked Free | A Father’s Unthinkable Nightmare
Juliet Warner
A passionate advocate for sobriety and creating content to support those in recovery.
Episode: I Thought I Could Drink Again After Nearly a Decade Sober | Kratom, Relapse, and Finding Sobriety
DJ ActRight
A DJ and sobriety advocate, formerly struggling with substance abuse
Episode: I Swore I Was Quitting Every Morning… and Used Again by Noon | The Reality of Alcohol Addiction
Neva (last name not provided)
A young woman in recovery who shares her journey of sobriety and past struggles with alcoholism.
Episode: I Was Either Going to Die by Accident or on Purpose...and I Still Drank | A Young Woman’s Sobriety Story

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Kevin Lanning
Host of Rise Above

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 986 ratings
  • Kindest podcaster ever

    I love Kevin. He is so kind and understanding to his guests. He connects so well and is very willing to tell his dark stories as well. I listen to this podcast every morning during my coffee time and actually consider it a part of my own recovery. Thank you Kevin for all you do and all the people you help!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stef w.
    United States22 days ago
  • Favorite podcast

    Best pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoomed 32
    United Statesa month ago
  • Duffy uk

    I do like this podcast but do

    Find a lot of unnecessary details about the drug use, we all know how to use drugs,some of the shares loose me after half an hour and there still

    In the mess, some are great,

    And do

    Enjoy Kevin as a host

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sobergirl uk
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Phenomenal

    Absolutely love this podcast! As a recovering addict of 6.5yrs I find these podcasts as a helpful reminder and to also be reminded that this disease reaches many! The most recent episode of the young lady I felt was the only episode where they guest was almost detached and spoke like it was ehhh, besides that this show is spectacular and I thank you for your work! May God continue to bless you always! To all those still suffering actively know you are worth it and there’s a better way waiting fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ang Shimmel
    United Statesa month ago
  • Honest and deep

    I use this when AA meetings are hard to get to. In school and it’s hard to juggle everything but hearing how others have turned their lives around inspire me to keep sober. IWNDWYT

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Witch101
    United Statesa month ago

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Some episodes are critiqued for guests who talk over the host, but overall feedback is positive.
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The host asks thoughtful, compassionate questions that guide meaningful conversations.

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I Made $1.2 Million Selling Sneakers While High on Lean & Percocet
Q: What year did your sobriety begin, and what sparked the decision to get sober?
He describes hitting a breaking point after a year of escalating use and personal turmoil, deciding to stop cold turkey in January 2024, reinforced by personal accountability and a shift in mindset rather than a specific program. He emphasizes that there isn't one universal path to sobriety and highlights the role of personal resolve.
I Couldn’t Stop Drinking Once I Started… I Blacked Out Every Time
Q: What ultimately helped you decide to go sober and stay sober into 2024?
A combination of spiritual experiences (retreats and plant medicine), a commitment to healing childhood and relationship trauma, and the realization that alcohol no longer served my growth or health.
I Couldn’t Stop Drinking Once I Started… I Blacked Out Every Time
Q: What was going on in your life going into the COVID period that shaped your drinking habits?
I was juggling bartending, a volatile dating life, and a mindset of nightlife culture; COVID shifted the scene, gave me space to reflect, and I started to implement boundaries and choices that prioritized my wellbeing.
I Was Drinking Every Day at 16… Flipped My Jeep Drunk at 17 | Then Gambled $3.7 MILLION in Sobriety
Q: How did you approach stopping gambling after years of heavy use?
I used a combination of inpatient rehab, ongoing therapy, and strict self-exclusion from all casinos and online gambling platforms, supported by a sponsor and GA/AA involvement, which helped rebuild discipline and accountability.
I Was Drinking Every Day at 16… Flipped My Jeep Drunk at 17 | Then Gambled $3.7 MILLION in Sobriety
Q: What was the pivotal moment that made you decide to seek real help?
The pivotal moment came during rehab when a voice in my head said nobody is too far gone and I chose to give my life to God, which lifted the obsessive drive to drink or gamble and set me on a path of recovery.

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4. Blake Bilder
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7. Juliet Warner
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