Home of the Broad Street Breakdown Podcast. Broad Street Breakdown is a podcast out of South Philadelphia hosted by Jedi Mind Tricks front man Vinnie Paz, with The OG Gavin & Professor Pablo. It focuses on all things counter-culture: music, literature, film, art, and wrestling. It is uniquely Philly, with a group of friends who have been kicking it together for over 30 years. Lots of arguments, lots of ball-breaking, and lots of knowledge. It's the Broad Street Breakdown: All Philly all day.
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Knock 'Em Out the Box is hosted by Vinnie Paz, the founder, and frontman of Jedi Mind Tricks and Army of the Pharaohs alongside boxing aficionado, Brendan Long. Vinnie and Brendan share their passion for professional boxing along with their unmatched knowledge of the sport in this bi-weekly podcast which includes fight predictions, recaps, recommendations, and discussions around current events in the "sport of kings". Tune in anywhere you listen to podcasts.
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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. Kevin’s own journey through addiction and childhood trauma fuels his passion for sharing stori ...
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He Broke His Neck…Then Came Back to Win 5 World Titles | The INSANE Life of Vinny Paz
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39:27Boxing legend Vinny Paz sits down in the flesh on RISE ABOVE. The Tasmanian Devil himself. One of the wildest true comeback stories in all of sports. Vinny broke his neck in a horrific car accident — doctors told him he’d never walk again… and he came back and won 5 world titles. In this raw, unfiltered interview… Vinny opens up about chasing Muham…
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Ep. 147 – “A Very Special BSB Anniversary”
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3:00:17After 4 months of hell, Pablo is able to tell the tale of his wife’s cancer diagnosis, how it started, and how it’s going. This also falls on the 10 year anniversary of the BSB Podcast and the creation of the Gimmick Gang. It’s a heavy one, it’s all love, you are all family and appreciated.
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Everyone In Her Family Was Addicted to Drugs | How to Break Generational Trauma
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45:36Amber grew up in a world surrounded by addiction. Her mom used meth. Her grandparents were addicts. Her father dated women who battled addiction. Chaos was normal. But somehow… she never fell into it. Instead, Amber became the one who breaks the cycle. Today she’s a counselor who has spent over 20 years helping families navigate addiction, denial, …
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$25K Gamble to Build an Empire | How I Became One of America’s Most Powerful Female Attorneys
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51:42Brooke Goff started her law firm from a kitchen table with $25,000 — and turned it into a legal empire in Connecticut. In this episode, Brooke shares how she beat the odds, bet on herself, built a dominant personal injury brand, navigated massive adversity, and became a force in a male-dominated industry.Her journey is proof: with accountability, c…
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Vinnie and Brendan discuss Vergil Ortiz vs Erickson Lubin upcoming battle. Can Lubin withstand Ortiz activity and power and can Ortiz stay the course and get past a very game Lubin. The boys also discuss Friday's Probox card and read and respond to fan mail. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscri…
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Fentanyl Nightmare in Kensington | I Witnessed Hell on the Streets of Philly
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1:34:14Cassidy’s story is one of the darkest I’ve ever heard. She grew up in a good home, loving parents, big family… and still addiction found a way in. One pill turned into daily use… then heroin… then fentanyl… then she ended up in the most dangerous open-air drug market in America — Kensington. What she experienced there is not normal addiction. It’s …
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She Lost Everything to Heroin—But Found Recovery & Purpose | Powerful Addiction Transformation Story
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1:29:20Meghan’s story is one of the most emotional, raw, and impactful episodes we’ve ever filmed on Rise Above. After years of opioid addiction, relapse cycles, losing her teeth, stealing to survive, and eventually living in a tent community—Meghan was ready to end her life. Instead, she made one call that saved everything. Inside this episode we talk ab…
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Vinnie and Brendan discuss the failed fight between Jake Paul and Tank Davis. Will we ever see Gervonta Davis again? The boys also cover last weekend's DAZN cards from Manchester and Orlando. Do bad scorecards on smaller events lead to bad cards on larger events? Tune in and find out. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Ins…
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OxyContin Turned My Life Into a Nightmare | A Survivor’s Shocking Story
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47:31At 17, Jerry thought he’d found a party drug that made him feel unstoppable. OxyContin. The blue 160s. The Florida pill mill days. He had no idea what was coming next. Within years, addiction took over his life — and just when he thought he’d escaped it, a motorcycle crash left him literally cut in half. Doctors said he wouldn’t survive. He flatlin…
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Vinnie and Brendan predict and break down upcoming DAZN cards happening this Saturday. Will Billy Bet? Can he make some cash? Tune in for that and fan mail in this episode of KEOTB. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, subscribe, and review…
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I Was a Reality TV Star—and a Raging Alcoholic | How Addiction Took Over My Life
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1:05:34Chris Rosburg spent his 20s chasing ego, fame, and the next high — from starring in a Budweiser commercial to being cast in a reality TV show. But beneath the spotlight was an addiction that nearly killed him. In this episode, Chris opens up about the fear of losing his identity when getting sober, his journey through rehab, finding fellowship and …
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Vinnie, Brendan and Billy discuss the Wardley Parker tilt. Early stoppage or nah? Where do both guys go? Rematch or challenge Usyk? Tune in for that and much more on this episode of KEOTB. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, subscribe, and…
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"I Was Stripping, Dealing, and Shooting Heroin" | Raw Addiction & Recovery Story
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1:18:38Arayelle’s story is one of the most raw and inspiring transformations ever shared on Rise Above. A Boston native, she opens up about growing up in chaos, battling addiction, stripping to survive, and finding herself trapped in toxic relationships. After years of substance abuse, self-harm, and pain, she found healing through faith, therapy, and fit…
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Addiction Lawyer Helps Families Lost in Addiction | Finding Hope & Taking Action
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1:02:19In this powerful episode of Rise Above, attorney Mark Astor joins host Kevin Lanning to discuss how families can legally intervene to save loved ones battling addiction and mental health struggles. Mark founded The Mental Health & Addiction Law Firm of Florida, a groundbreaking practice that combines legal authority, clinical support, and investiga…
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A Fentanyl Addict's Raw Story of Addiction & How He Found Sobriety
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1:18:38Jeff Baird’s story is one of survival, truth, and transformation. Put on Adderall at age 5, Jeff spent his entire youth medicated — never learning who he truly was. By 19, he was deep in the South Florida party scene: weed, coke, Xanax, lean, and eventually fentanyl. He was robbed at gunpoint, arrested multiple times, and even flatlined from an ove…
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Tune into this week’s episode to hear the boys trademark boxing banter and enjoy the easy camaraderie you’ve grown to know and love. They discuss what happens when guys get older in the fight game and how and when they should hang ‘em up. Throw in a couple previews of this weekend’s action and you’ve got a brand new episode of KEOTB for your listen…
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The boys cover Danny Garcia’s swan song from the Barclays center. Can fights be sold with no stakes at hand? Are there suitable venues and an audience for shows like this? Tune in for that and much more on this week’s episode of KEOTB. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page …
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Addicted to Roxy: Wall Street Drug Dealer Busted at Ground Zero | $12K/Month Oxy Habit & Sobriety
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1:30:02Brian grew up in a strict Brooklyn home, surrounded by addiction, secrets, and death — living next door to a funeral home and watching grief daily. What started as a college experiment with ecstasy in Florence spiraled into a decade of cocaine dealing across New York City, gambling thousands he didn’t have, and a public arrest at the World Trade Ce…
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Hooked on the Needle | The Dark Reality of IV Heroin Addiction
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1:34:57Jay Mac up in chaos — born to two addicted parents, moving from town to town, finding identity through graffiti, and battling fear and dysfunction from an early age. By high school, he was using cocaine and opiates, and soon after, heroin became his escape.After years lost to addiction, theft, and survival on the streets, Jay rebuilt his life from …
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Ep. 100 – “One Hundred Punks Rule!”
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3:10:0110/07/2020 What more can we say? We’ve seen a million faces, and rocked them all. The boys commemorate their 100’th episode by reminiscing and doing what they do best, giving back to The Gimmick Gang (much love to everyone that listens and GETS IT). All LIVE from the Omni in Atlanta.
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Ep. 103 – “This fool gets wild man!”
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3:23:1312/23/2020 Yes, the boys are giving you a Holiday Show. This one is packed with a discussion on why Diamond Girl and all of Freestyle are dope. Xavier & The OG finally track down the elusive Philly Elmo. Vin discusses the state of the music business. Then Xavier gives us an XMAS Edition of Cameo NO before Vin debates Pablo on a Cheapo Tip and his a…
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Ep. 80 – “Jupiter is on Philly Time.”
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2:25:354/9/2020. The boys reconvene (via Skype) after a deranged Professor Pablo went rogue, and recorded his own “episode”. The ‘Rona’, and its trickle down effects are discussed, OG has a meltdown over expired half-and-half, Cha Cha thinks he’s immune to the virus, and Pazzy has a deal with a delivery dude. Gimmick Gang Word Association returns, “Dear V…
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I Lost Everything to Alcohol | Homeless, Addicted & My Journey to Recovery
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1:29:29In this raw and honest interview, Riley Whelan opens up about her battle with addiction, multiple relapses, and how she’s found a new life in sobriety.Riley shares about her upbringing, her early exposure to prescription drugs, the spiraling path through college and substance abuse, hitting rock bottom, and the pivotal moments that pushed her towar…
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The field trip to Xfinity Mobile Arena was a success and the KEOTB boys are here to talk about it. Boots dismantles and destroys Lima in two minutes. Guido Vianello beat the brakes off Alexis Barriere. On the other side of the pond Arslanbek Makhmudov upsets Dave Allen’s homecoming. All that and much more on this episode of Knock ‘Em Out the Box. W…
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A Mother’s Fight to Save Her Addicted Daughter | Healing, Letting Go, and How She Finally Got Sober
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1:41:38Brandi Mac is a nurse practitioner, a mother, and a survivor of trauma. Her daughter battled addiction for years—cycling in and out of treatment, relapsing nine times, and nearly losing her life. But what finally saved her wasn’t another rehab.In this powerful interview, Brandi shares the truth about parenting through addiction, breaking toxic fami…
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How Sobriety Transformed My Life After Addiction | Therapist Shares Recovery & Trauma Healing Tools
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1:16:42Ryan Soave joins me on Rise Above to share his powerful story of 17 years in sobriety and the lessons he’s learned as a therapist helping others heal from addiction, trauma, and the human condition. We dive into: The fear and courage of sharing your story publicly Why mental health and addiction exist on a spectrum The importance of learning to sit…
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Knock ‘Em Out the Box - Episode 172 - Fall in Philadelphia The KEOTB Boys are about to invade the Xfinity Mobile Arena for Saturday’s Boots Ennis fight. Boots takes on Uisma Lima in his debut at Jr. Middleweight. Tune in for fight breakdowns and predictions of that fight and a host of others. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow u…
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Inside a Heroin Addict’s Dark Journey in Kensington | Robbing Family, Jail & Getting Sober
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1:02:12Michael Zallie’s story is one of unimaginable pain, loss, and redemption. Growing up in Philadelphia, Michael faced tragedy when his sister took her own life—an event that haunted him for decades. That trauma, combined with addiction to alcohol, pills, heroin, and meth, spiraled him into years of chaos: 13 rehabs, jail time, robbing his own family,…
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From Surf Prodigy to Crack Houses & Prison | Insane Addiction Story
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1:12:28By Kevin Lanning
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Hooked on Heroin & Homeless in Detroit | From Opioid Addiction & Jail to 10 Years Sober
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1:12:40Nick’s story is one of the most raw and inspiring transformations you’ll ever hear. Once homeless on the streets of Detroit, sleeping in dumpsters and abandoned boats, Nick’s addiction to cocaine, pills, and heroin led him to DUIs, high-speed police chases, jail time, and near-death experiences.But after hitting rock bottom, he found recovery, rebu…
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I Was Shooting Heroin With My Mom Living in a Tent | Jail, Homelessness & How I Got Clean & Sober
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1:35:19Joey Gandee’s story is one of the rawest journeys you’ll ever hear. Growing up in small-town Ohio, Joey had what looked like a “normal” childhood—but addiction does not discriminate. He went from playing varsity sports to selling weed in 9th grade, living in his car while raising his younger brother, and eventually using heroin with his own mother …
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Zuffa promotions announces its rights deal with Paramount and CBS. Will this affect the current climate and shake up the industry? Who will sign with them? Who will it benefit? Will Canelo be out for an extended amount of time? Tune in for that and much more on this week's KEOTB. REMEMBER TO GO TO JMTSTORE.com tonight at 8pm est for a Q & A with th…
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I Was Living in Hotels Snorting Meth & Drinking Vodka All Day | Bubba Sparxxx Opens Up on Addiction & Recovery
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1:17:29Bubba Sparxxx (Warren Mathis) opens up like never before about his rise to fame, the dark years of addiction, and his path to recovery.From topping the charts with Ugly and Ms. New Booty to battling alcoholism, opiates, meth, and even suffering a mini-stroke, Bubba’s story is raw, real, and inspiring. In this interview, he shares: How addiction nea…
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Inside a Binge Drinker’s Double Life on Cocaine & Alcohol | Rock Bottom, Jail & 13 Years of Sobriety
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58:42Jennifer Kazilionis sits down with me to share her raw and unfiltered story of addiction, chaos, and ultimately, recovery.From growing up in Portland, Maine, to an abusive relationship, cocaine use, and two DUIs that landed her in jail, Jennifer’s path was filled with self-destruction and pain. With the help of treatment, sober living in Florida, a…
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Brendan and Vinnie read and react to fan mail. The boys also preview the upcoming Probox card gearing Najee Lopez. Tune in and listen. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, subscribe, and review the show!!!…
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"I Was Throwing Up Blood and Still Drinking" | Alcoholic Seizures, Hopelessness & How I Got Sober
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2:07:31Karina’s story is raw, unfiltered, and powerful. From growing up as a cheerleader with early signs of heavy drinking, to panic attacks and daily withdrawals, she spiraled into isolation, suicide attempts, and repeated hospital visits.Her first rehab didn’t stick—she left planning to “drink normally” again. But after seizures, ICU stays, and liver f…
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Join the KEOTB boys for a news filled episode brought to you by Brendan, Vinnie and Billy. The boys also talk Oscar Collazo vs Jayson Vayson. Sought controversy makes for good conversation. Tune in for that and much more. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast.…
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Harvey Weinstein Assaulted Me at 16 | Alcohol Abuse, Xanax Addiction, Weinstein Trial and Getting Sober
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1:08:03Kaja’s story is one of resilience, heartbreak, and hope.At just 14 years old, she was thrust into the world of international modeling, traveling across Europe and facing impossible standards. By 16, she encountered Harvey Weinstein for the first time—an experience that left deep scars and would be repeated again at 19.In this raw and powerful inter…
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Blackouts, Shame & the Illusion of Control | The Brutal Reality of Alcoholism
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50:51Jennifer grew up in a chaotic household with an alcoholic parent and perfectionist pressure driving her from a young age. Her journey took her from being a nationally ranked bowler on scholarship to the wild world of college sororities, drinking, and cocaine-fueled chaos.What began as casual partying quickly spiraled into blackouts, toxic relations…
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Oscar Collazo faces off with Jayson Carson and looks to get back on the Pound For Pound list. Vinnie and Brendan break that down and read and react to emails on this episode of Knock ‘Em Out the Box. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, sub…
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I Smoked Myself Into a Crack Psychosis | 33 Felonies, 3 Raids, 40 Year Prison Sentence, Sobriety
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1:20:54Richard's story is one of the most gripping tales of addiction, crime, and redemption ever told on this channel. By the age of 18, he had already served prison time for burglary. Over the next two decades, he racked up 33 felony convictions, became known as one half of the “Dynamic Duo” of cr@ck-addicted brothers in Palm Beach County, and lived in …
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Episode 166 - The Bud-Canelo Aftermath: The Oracle of Omaha
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1:51:12Terence Crawford defeats Canelo Alvarez to become the undisputed champion at 168 lbs. Vinnie and Brendan discuss the entire card from top to bottom. Analysis and breakdowns a plenty. Also, rest in peace to the late great Ricky Hatton. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @…
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Coming Off Adderall Was the Worst Experience of My Life | My Brutal 15 Year Addiction to Stimulants
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1:06:20Izzy opens up about her 15-year battle with Adderall and how quitting cold turkey changed her life forever. From being put on ADHD medication at just 12 years old to building a fast-paced career as a hairstylist powered by stimulants, she shares how the drug shaped her identity, destroyed relationships, and disconnected her from her true self.After…
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I Caught My Wife Cheating, Blacked Out & Landed in Prison | Domestic Violence, Prison & Sobriety
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1:05:18Carl Stone spent over 30 years in law enforcement—respected, decorated, and seen as a protector. But behind closed doors, he was quietly unraveling. Haunted by childhood trauma, daily exposure to horrific crimes, and suppressed mental health struggles, Carl turned to alcohol to cope. Then one day, everything came crashing down.In this raw and unfil…
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Inside a Police Officers Brutal Addiction to Painkillers | Addiction, PTSD, Brain Trauma & Recovery
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1:23:43Hal Hughes had the perfect life: a loving wife, four kids, a successful career in law enforcement, and a reputation as a local hero. But everything changed the day he was violently attacked on the job—an incident that left him with a traumatic brain injury and a slow-burning descent into darkness.In this powerful episode of Rise Above, Hal opens up…
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Episode 165 - Netflix and Kill: The Canelo-Crawford Special
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1:06:23Vinnie and Brendan give their breakdowns and predictions on the full Canelo/Crawford card on Netflix. The boys also provide their analysis on Inoue and MJ. Tune in and for all that and more on this episode of KEOTB. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remembe…
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My Mugshot Was Everywhere: The Brutal Consequences of a DUI
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52:32Leticia grew up in a tight-knit Brazilian-American community in Danbury, CT. One night out with friends—“just two drinks”—became a life-changing DUI at 0.08. In this raw conversation, she breaks down what actually happens after the arrest: getting pulled over twice in minutes, the breath test, court, fines and fees, a year-long program, and install…
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Osleys Iglesias dazzles. Sugar Nuñez dazzles. Sulaiman Segawa might be a player at 122 lbs. Vinnie, Brendan share their thoughts on this episode of KEOTB. Write to us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, subscribe, and review the show!!!…
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"Once I Shot Heroin, It Was GAME OVER" | My Dark Descent Into Addiction
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1:07:27Carla grew up in a loving home in Boston with a supportive family and big dreams of becoming a teacher. But one party after high school changed everything. She took her first Percocet—and what followed was a devastating spiral into opiate addiction, heroin, and eventually shooting up. In this gripping episode, Carla opens up about stealing $100,000…
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