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Dec. 13, 2024

Ep 56: Jennifer Gillis: Kratom, Chronic Pain, and the Power of Advoca…

Jennifer Gillis shares her transformative Kratom journey on this week's podcast. Diagnosed with transverse myelitis in 2005, she battled chronic pain until discovering Kratom. Learn how it changed her life and how she's now a passionate advocate, fighting misinformation and …

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Nov. 22, 2024

Ep 53: Jenni's Kratom Success: A Chronic Pain and Addiction Recovery …

Jenni shares how Kratom helped her overcome a 14-year opioid addiction and manage Crohn’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis. She discusses responsible use, vendor selection, and how Kratom transformed her life, offering hope and insight for others in need.

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Nov. 15, 2024

Ep 52: Kratom for a Balanced Life: Mind, Body, and Connection with Jo…

Explore Kratom's mind-body benefits with therapist John Newmark. Discover how it can manage pain and boost mood, plus the key differences between whole-leaf, extracts, and 7-OH. Join the conversation on responsible Kratom use and its potential for mental wellness.

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Nov. 8, 2024

Ep 51: The Power of Kratom: Kassie's Inspiring Recovery Story

Kassie's inspiring journey from 15 years of addiction to finding healing and renewed purpose through Kratom. She shares her relapse and subsequent discovery of Kratom, highlighting the importance of responsible sourcing and high-quality vendors. Learn about her experience managing mental …

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Oct. 18, 2024

Ep 48: Misty Brown: From Addiction's Grip to Kratom's Embrace

From addiction to advocacy, hear Misty Brown's incredible Kratom transformation. She shares her story of recovery, healing, and hope for those struggling with chronic pain and addiction.

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Aug. 23, 2024

Ep 40: Kratom as a Harm Reduction Tool: John Shinholser's Perspective

Recovery advocate John Shinholser shares his personal journey with Kratom and its potential to revolutionize harm reduction. He details a groundbreaking study showing Kratom's effectiveness in aiding opioid detox and advocates for a new approach to recovery using plant-based solutions.

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Aug. 16, 2024

Ep 39: Breaking the Chains of Addiction: Jen Clifford's Kratom Story

Jen Clifford shares her inspiring journey from opioid addiction to recovery with Kratom. Hear how this plant transformed her life, providing hope and inspiration for others seeking alternative paths to wellness. From her initial encounter with Kratom to her journey …

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July 19, 2024

Ep 35: Finding Freedom with Kratom: Mike Felicetta's Path to Recovery

Lost in opioid addiction after a back injury, Mike Felicetta saw no way out. Then, a chance encounter with Kratom sparked hope. Mike's raw story reveals his journey from dangerous extracts to the healing power of whole-leaf powder, highlighting the …

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May 24, 2024

Ep 28: Surviving Loss and Addiction: Jenifer Martin's Inspiring Krato…

Hear how Jenifer Martin overcame addiction & rebuilt her life with Kratom after a devastating loss. Her inspiring story of resilience & finding hope is one you won't want to miss.

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April 5, 2024

Ep 21: Breaking Free with Kratom: Jennifer VanBlunk's Journey

Jennifer VanBlunk's life was profoundly transformed through Kratom after combatting opioid addiction following a military injury. With nearly ten years of experience, she reveals how Kratom and microdosing mushrooms crucially aided her physical and emotional recovery.

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March 29, 2024

Ep 20: A Life Reclaimed: Twinkle VanFleet's Path to Wellness

In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Twinkle VanFleet, a chronic pain warrior and passionate Kratom advocate. She shares the gripping narrative of how Kratom became her lifeline.

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March 1, 2024

Ep 16: From Addiction to Innovation: The Blate Papes Journey with Har…

Harrison Cohen, CEO and co-founder of Blate Co., the makers of Blate Papes, shares his transformative journey from battling opioid addiction and body image issues to discovering and utilizing Kratom as a pivotal tool in his recovery.

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Feb. 16, 2024

Ep 14: Kratom Chronicles: Chai's Story of Recovery and Renewal

In this inspiring episode, I talk with Chai, also known as Aisha, a registered nurse who has witnessed a remarkable transformation thanks to Kratom. Her journey begins with a struggle against alcoholism, depression, and an eating disorder.

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Feb. 2, 2024

Ep 12: The Kratom Guy Mike Overstreet: Unveiling a Path from Pain & A…

In this installment of Kratom Stories, I sit down with Mike Overstreet, popularly known as The Kratom Guy. He opens up about his transition from a harrowing battle with opioid dependency to finding solace and pain relief in Kratom.

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Jan. 19, 2024

Ep 10: From Pain to Power: A Kratom Transformation with Dru Clay

In this engaging episode, I sit down with Dru Clay (High Fight IQ), who shares his transformative journey from dependency on pharmaceuticals to discovering Kratom—a natural alternative that brought significant relief to his chronic pain.

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