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  • He Broke His Back at Work—The Addiction That Followed Nearly Destroyed His Life

    He Broke His Back at Work—The Addiction That Followed Nearly Destroyed His Life
    Jul 17 2026
    TJ Erkert never expected a normal day at work to change the course of his life forever. A devastating workplace accident left him with a broken back and nearly paralyzed. What started as prescribed pain medication for unbearable pain quickly turned into an addiction that cost him almost everything—his relationships, his stability, and the life he had worked so hard to build. In this powerful episode of Be A Voice, TJ opens up about hitting rock bottom, overcoming opioid addiction, and what it took to rebuild his life from the ground up. Today, TJ is celebrating 11 years of sobriety, planning a wedding with his fiancée, and working to restore the relationship with his first daughter. His story is proof that recovery is possible, no matter how far you've fallen. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this conversation offers hope, honesty, and the reminder that it's never too late to start over. 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations about addiction, recovery, mental health, and second chances. #Recovery #AddictionRecovery #Sobriety #OpioidAddiction #Podcast #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealth #Inspiration #BeAVoice
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    1 Std. und 3 Min.
  • Army Injury, Addiction & Recovery: How Mike Urban Found a New Purpose

    Army Injury, Addiction & Recovery: How Mike Urban Found a New Purpose
    Jun 29 2026
    On this episode, we sit down with Mike Urban, founder of Guide To Wellness, to discuss his powerful journey through service, injury, addiction, and recovery. Mike shares why he joined the Army and decided to attend Ranger School. During his training, he suffered a severe injury that abruptly changed the course of his life and sent him back home. As he struggled to process the physical and emotional impact of that experience, he eventually developed an addiction to drugs. Through recovery, Mike found a new sense of purpose. Today, he uses his experiences to help others by connecting people with resources, support, and hope through Guide To Wellness. This is an honest conversation about how unexpected setbacks can lead to some of life's biggest challenges—and how recovery can open the door to helping others heal. 🌐 Learn more about Guide To Wellness: https://guidetowellnesspa.com #MikeUrban #GuideToWellness #VeteranStory #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealth #Veterans #Podcast #BeAVoice #USALAMediaNetwork #Healing #Hope #Resilience #RecoveryIsPossible #CommunitySupport
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    59 Min.
  • From Addiction to Purpose: How Darnell Hinton Is Changing Lives

    From Addiction to Purpose: How Darnell Hinton Is Changing Lives
    Jun 18 2026
    What happens when recovery becomes a mission to serve others? On this episode of Be A Voice, Darnell Hinton shares the powerful story behind Teach One Feed One, his recovery journey, and why giving back to the community has become his purpose. This inspiring conversation dives into overcoming addiction, helping others heal, and creating lasting change through service. 💙 Recovery is possible, and one act of kindness can change a life. #BeAVoice #DarnellHinton #TeachOneFeedOne #RecoveryJourney #AddictionRecovery #GivingBack #MentalHealthAwareness #CommunityImpact #Sobriety #Inspiration #Podcast #Philadelphia IG @teachonefeedone www.facebook.com/teachonefeedone www.teachonefeedone.org 877-215-TOFO Unity Sober Living Homes IG @unitysoberlivinghomes www.facebook.com/UnitySoberlivinghomes www.unitysoberlivinghomes.com 877-UNITY-10 Darnell Hinton IG @darnellhinton_ www.facebook.com/darnell.hinton.104
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    1 Std. und 2 Min.
  • DJ Kev Nichols

    DJ Kev Nichols
    Jun 17 2026
    Welcome to Be A Voice, the podcast where your host Britt James Carpenter interviews inspiring individuals making a difference in their communities. In this episode, we sit down with Kev Nichøls, also known as DJ Kev, to discuss his work with the Grace Project for addicts in the city of Philadelphia as the Volunteer Coordinator and his career as a DJ. With over 10 years of experience in the DJ business, DJ Kev has played for various clubs, weddings, and private events in the Philadelphia, Delaware, and New Jersey areas. He specializes in creating a personalized experience for each event, catering to the client's standards and making it an unforgettable experience. But DJ Kev's work doesn't stop at the turntables. He is also heavily involved in the Grace Project, a program aimed at helping addicts in Philadelphia. In this episode, we discuss his work with the project, the impact it has had on the community, and his personal motivation for getting involved. Tune in to this episode of Be A Voice to hear from DJ Kev about his passion for music and community service. Subscribe now to never miss an episode.
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    1 Std. und 5 Min.
  • The GRACE Project

    The GRACE Project
    Jun 17 2026
    Get ready for an inspiring episode of Be A Voice with Britt James Carpenter! Join us as we sit down with Megan Cohen, the Executive Director of The GRACE Project. This amazing organization is all about spreading grace and hope to those who need it most. From providing food and clothing to cleaning up our communities, The GRACE Project is making a real difference in the world. Tune in for a fun and uplifting conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to make a difference! Visit our website and follow us on social media: www.usalamedia.com USALA Media www.instagram.com/usalamedianet #beavoice #BrittJamesCarpenter #TheGRACEProject #SpreadingGrace #OfferingHope #CommunityCleanup #MakingADifference
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    1 Std. und 13 Min.
  • From WWE to RecoveryWrestling with Addiction

    From WWE to RecoveryWrestling with Addiction
    Jun 17 2026
    Warning - Graphic Language. In this short segment , Britt sits down with , WWE Alumni and Stars share their stories on the path of recovery. Curtis Hussey, a WWE and IMPACT Star; Shannon Moore WWE Alum; Jesus Rodriguez WWE Alum; and Christopher Dreisbach entrepreneur - break down their experience in the industry and how it caused them to take up addiction. Their stories of recovery are inspiring and give hope to those struggling in their situation. Christopher Dreisbach: IG: @chrisdreisbach TikTok: @ChristopherDreisbach Curtis Hussey: IG: @DirtyDangoCurty Twitter: @DirtyDangoCurty Shannon Moore: IG: @TheShannonMoore Twitter: @TheShannonBrand Jesus Rodriguez: IG: @J_Rodriguez818 Twitter: @RRWWE
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    55 Min.
  • He Took LSD at 12… By 16 He Was Facing Juvenile Life

    He Took LSD at 12… By 16 He Was Facing Juvenile Life
    May 16 2026
    At just 12 years old, he discovered LSD, the Grateful Dead, and a lifestyle that completely consumed his identity. What started as tie-dye shirts and being a young Deadhead quickly spiraled into addiction, rehab, crime, and eventually a life-altering sentence before he was even old enough to drive. By 15, he had already been through TWO rehabs. By 16, he was sentenced to juvenile life for possessing a massive amount of LSD. In this raw and unforgettable podcast episode, he opens up about: Getting introduced to LSD at 12 years old Becoming obsessed with hippie culture and the Deadhead scene Addiction and early trauma Shoplifting, arrests, and run-ins with the law Juvenile detention and facing life as a teenager How fast childhood innocence disappeared This is more than a drug story — it’s a shocking look at how quickly a young life can spiral out of control. #Podcast #AddictionRecovery #LSD #Deadhead #GratefulDead #TrueStory #JuvenileLife #RecoveryJourney #DrugAddiction #Sobriety #Rehab #LifeStory #MentalHealth #CrimeStory #PrisonStory #PodcastClips #ViralPodcast #Storytime #TraumaRecovery #InspirationalStory #FormerAddict #RawInterview #TikTokPodcast #YouTubePodcast #BeAVoicePodcast
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    1 Std. und 1 Min.
  • He Tried To Kill Her… Now She’s Saving An Entire City | Roz Pichardo’s Story

    He Tried To Kill Her… Now She’s Saving An Entire City | Roz Pichardo’s Story
    May 9 2026
    Roz Pichardo has lived through more pain than most people could ever imagine. She lost her twin sister to suicide. Her brother was robbed and murdered. Later, her ex-boyfriend tried to kill her — and murdered her current boyfriend instead. Most people would never recover from that level of trauma. But Roz chose a different path. Today, she leads Operation Save Our City, helping people battling grief, violence, addiction, homelessness, and trauma throughout her community. This Be A Voice Podcast episode is heartbreaking, powerful, and deeply inspiring — a story about survival, purpose, and turning pain into impact. #RozPichardo #BeAVoicePodcast #SurvivorStory #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #Philadelphia #ViolencePrevention #SuicideAwareness #CommunityHealing #PodcastReels
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    1 Std. und 4 Min.