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Rise Above with Kevin Lanning

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

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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Recent Guests

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A woman with 22 years of sobriety and advocate for conscious leadership.
Episode: Alcohol Broke Me | I Was Suicidal in Active Addiction
Garet McLendon
Sober, former inmate, and speaker about addiction recovery
Episode: I Stuck a NeedIe in My Arm 2 Hours After Prison Release | IV Drug Use, Prison Riots & Getting Sober
Lex Jacoby
A Marine veteran and single mother navigating life after divorce
Episode: A Marine’s Toughest Battle Wasn’t War — It Was Starting Over as a Single Mom
Dr. Jason Rudolph
Renowned psychologist specializing in addiction
Independent Clinical Psychologist
Episode: Cocaine Ruined My Life | Dr. Jason Rudolph’s Rise from Addiction to Renowned Psychologist
Spencer Chamberlain
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Tyra's Mom
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Episode: I Lost My Daughter to Fentanyl… Then I Spiraled Into Alcoholism
Dr. Monica Vermani
A clinical psychologist specializing in mood, stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Episode: How Trauma Shapes Your Life: Dr. Monica Vermani Breaks Down Stress, Anxiety & Healing
Nicole Bobek
Former Olympic figure skater and author
Author of The Wild One
Episode: From Olympic Ice to Shooting Meth in a NYC Bathroom | How I Overcame Addiction and Found Sobriety
Meghan Blanchett
A dedicated recovery advocate, life coach, and speaker who shares her journey through addiction and recovery.
FierceMeghan Coaching
Episode: She Lost Everything to Heroin—But Found Recovery & Purpose | Powerful Addiction Transformation Story

Host

Kevin Lanning
Host of Rise Above, Kevin Lanning is a former Google executive who shares his journey through addiction and personal challenges while engaging with guests on their paths to recovery and resilience. His insightful interviewing style and empathetic approach create a space for authentic conversations about overcoming adversity.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 750 ratings
  • Excellent

    TikTok pulled me into this podcast and it’s awesome. Kevin is a great interviewer and the stories of resilience are incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MereCass
    United States2 months ago
  • Look forward to new episodes!

    This podcast has been super helpful during my sobriety journey. I love how open/non-judgmental Kevin is. When I listen to other people’s experience in recovery, it makes me feel less alone. Thank you Kevin (and guests) for being vulnerable & sharing your stories! I look forward to new episode releases!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caylala8
    United States2 months ago
  • 15 years in recovery..

    I just recently started listening and I have enjoyed most of what I have heard. As a recovered alcoholic I am able to find at least one thing in every story Ive heard that resonates. Times sure have changed though!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stwrt20gteat
    United States4 months ago
  • Salena is a piece of work

    I don’t believe a word this woman said. She is not the hero she thinks she is. Accountability is a word she has never heard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarenM NJ
    United States5 months ago
  • Very powerful podcast full of deep stories with triumphant endings ! recommend this podcast to everyone i know!

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States5 months ago

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This podcast has been super helpful during my sobriety journey. I love how open/non-judgmental Kevin is.
I find at least one thing in every story that resonates with my recovery experience.
Great podcast, love the raw and brutal honesty.
Kevin is a great interviewer and the stories of resilience are incredible.
The topics, questions, and stories keep you hooked!

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OxyContin Destroyed My Life | Trapped on Suboxone, Near-Death Trauma & Sobriety
Q: What was the process like? Did you attempt multiple times in that year, or was it towards the end when you pulled the plug?
I tossed everything I had, either left at the house, or threw away, or got rid of, I was on my hands and knees like, God, I'd rather be dead than live another day like this.
OxyContin Destroyed My Life | Trapped on Suboxone, Near-Death Trauma & Sobriety
Q: Why Tampa, though? You just picked Tampa to warm down there?
I followed my connect from up north dude just got his master's, he's a school teacher on oxys and methadone, and this dude gets a job teaching down in Tampa.
OxyContin Destroyed My Life | Trapped on Suboxone, Near-Death Trauma & Sobriety
Q: What was it like during those 10 years on Suboxone? Were you still productive in society?
I got plugged into construction, and now I'm making like 25 an hour and just filling time, just working crazy hours till I save up a big amount of money.
I Started Shooting Heroin as a Teen | Overdosed & Flatlined at 18, Homeless to Sober at 19
Q: What was your high school experience like? And were you doing drugs then?
Jana admits that she was already addicted to painkillers at 14 and was using various drugs throughout her high school years.
Alcohol Broke Me | I Was Suicidal in Active Addiction
Q: If you could give one piece of advice to someone who has a spouse or loved one in recovery, what would it be?
Milly highlights the importance of pausing before reacting, examining personal beliefs, and focusing on finding one's own purpose while supporting the loved one without losing oneself in the process.

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