Ben Fisher’s addiction recovery story spans decades of secret painkiller abuse, alcoholism, and spiritual struggle—all while leading worship at a church. After a blackout while caring for his infant daughter, Ben’s journey from alcohol, opioid, and Suboxone dependency to becoming a viral recovery advocate began. This is a deeply moving addiction recovery story rooted in faith, music, and second chances.

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00:00 The Urgency of Speaking Out

00:23 Introduction to Recovery Cast

00:39 Meet Ben Fisher: A Journey of Transformation

02:02 Ben's First Encounter with Alcohol

04:27 The Influence of Music and Idols

08:46 Balancing Two Lives: Church and Rock Star

14:46 Struggles with Addiction and Relationships

20:42 Rock Bottom and the Path to Recovery

32:35 Building a Tiny House: A Journey of Determination

33:07 A Father's Tough Love and a New Fire

34:33 Learning Guitar Building: A New Passion

35:11 The Birth of 'A String of Hope'

35:49 Going Public with Recovery

38:14 The Rise of Social Media Influence

39:59 Personal Growth and Relationships

43:47 Facing Fear and Embracing Change

00:00 The Power of Community and Connection

55:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement