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From Separation to Restoration | Kevin & Bree Bailey Part 1

🎧 Can a marriage survive infidelity, addiction, and betrayal? Kevin and Bree Bailey were one week from finalizing their divorce when a single conversation changed everything. In this raw and redemptive episode of Recovery Vow, they share how God restored their marriage after addiction, unfaithfulness, and emotional disconnection—and why faith-based recovery saved their family.
Their story proves that forgiveness, healing, and second chances are possible, even in the most broken places.
🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why Kevin walked away from his marriage—and what brought him back.
How Bree found purpose and identity through Christian addiction recovery support.
The role of small groups and spiritual community in rebuilding trust.
How addiction to success and perfection masked deeper pain.
The pivotal moment at Panera Bread that started their reconciliation.
Why true recovery begins with healing your own heart first.
⏳ Key Moments:
[1:03] Falling in love fast—and falling apart faster
[6:19] Infidelity, separation, and public unraveling
[13:00] Bree turns to faith and finds unexpected support
[26:12] Kevin’s heart begins to shift—but he doesn’t know why
[39:07] The Panera Bread conversation that changed everything
[43:02] What forgiveness really looked like in practice
🎤 About Kevin & Bree Bailey
Married 21 years, Kevin and Bree Bailey endured addiction, betrayal, and a near-divorce—but through faith, intentional healing, and prayer, they experienced full restoration. Today, they help other couples find hope and wholeness through faith-based recovery and marriage ministry.
📚 Resources & Links
Recommended Reading: The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian
📢 Call to Action
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"Building a Life You Don't Want to Escape" with Kat: Kat's Journey in Recovery

What if your worst mistake in sobriety turned out to be the start of your calling? In this episode, Eric Kennedy sits down with Kat—sober entrepreneur and founder of Laguna Shores Recovery—to unpack her unlikely path from early relapse pain to creating treatment centers and a thriving digital recovery community. This isn’t just a recovery story—it’s a blueprint for purpose-driven transformation.
🔑 Key Takeaways
Early sobriety & hard lessons: How Kat’s whirlwind marriage, quick unraveling, and emotional fallout led her deeper into recovery—not out of it.
Community over isolation: The power of finding a sponsor, working the steps, and staying connected even when life falls apart.
From burnout to breakthrough: Why Kat quit her six-figure tech job to pursue something with real meaning—and how it changed everything.
Behind Laguna Shores Recovery: Building a treatment center from scratch, with no clinical background but a deep calling to serve.
Change to Changed: How Kat created a 24/7 online sober community where connection, accountability, and daily intention come together.
Practical tools for real recovery: Brain mapping, DNA-based medication matching, and her signature daily journal—recovery, reimagined.
⏱️ Timestamps
02:00 – A marriage, a relapse, and a hard reset
07:30 – Finding a sponsor and rebuilding from the inside out
12:00 – Leaving corporate life to find purpose
16:00 – Launching a rehab center with no roadmap
26:00 – The birth of “Change to Changed”
32:00 – Daily disciplines and Kat’s recovery journal
👤 Guest Bio & Links
Kat is the founder of Laguna Shores Recovery and the creator of Change to Changed, a growing online recovery platform. With her signature blend of grit, grace, and business acumen, she’s helping others build lives they don’t want to escape.
Instagram: @socalkattt
Sobriety Journal
Treatment Info: Laguna Shores Recovery
📚 Resources
Marriage After Addiction – Book & workbook by Eric Kennedy
The Magdalene House – Free, non-medical program for women
Kat’s daily recovery journal – A structured guide for physical, spiritual, and emotional wellness
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Party Girl to Purpose-Driven: Kat's Alcoholism Recovery

In this powerful episode, Kat shares her deeply personal journey from a seemingly normal childhood to a life spiraling through alcoholism, addiction, and brokenness—and how she found healing through faith, fellowship, and the 12-step program. Her story is a raw, relatable account of resilience, redemption, and the real work of recovery that continues one day at a time.
📌 Key Takeaways:
Addiction can hide behind high achievement: Kat excelled in academics and athletics, masking her inner struggle with alcohol from a young age.
Alcoholism isn’t always what you think: Her addiction didn’t look like the stereotype—she held jobs, paid rent, and functioned, but still suffered deeply.
Rehabilitation requires more than willpower: Kat explains the necessity of combining spiritual tools with practical recovery work.
The power of one voice: A gym acquaintance with 20 years of sobriety planted a life-changing seed by sharing her story.
From shame to strength: Kat opens up about the guilt, broken relationships, and self-sabotage that ultimately led to her rock bottom.
Recovery is daily and deliberate: Through the 12 steps and her faith in Christ, Kat continues to live a fulfilling, sober life.
⏱️ Timestamps:
01:11 – Kat’s early struggles with identity and fitting in
07:34 – Her first real experience with alcohol
20:16 – The intersection of faith and recovery
30:00 – Hitting emotional and spiritual bottom
43:00 – First AA meeting and transformation begins
👤 Guest Bio & Links:
Kat is a recovery advocate, speaker, and content creator who shares openly about her journey through alcoholism, addiction, and faith-based recovery. Her social media presence offers hope, humor, and healing for others navigating similar paths.
📚 Resources & Mentions:
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
The Bible (Recovery-focused versions recommended)
Recovery Vow Podcast on YouTube
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From Addiction and Armed Robbery to Faith and Leadership: Corey Warren’s Story of Transformation

What happens when addiction, armed robbery, and relapse meet faith, redemption, and a viral TikTok mission? In this powerful episode of The Recovery Vow Podcast, host Eric Kennedy — author of Marriage After Addiction — sits down with Corey Warren to unpack one of the most jaw-dropping sobriety journeys yet. Eric and Corey keep it real — from gut-wrenching lows to laugh-out-loud moments, offering raw insight and encouragement for anyone who’s ever felt lost.
Key Takeaways:
Addiction often stems from seeking external validation and acceptance.
The shocking story behind Corey’s armed robbery — and why the press called him the “Polite Bandit.”
How relapse became the catalyst for Corey’s powerful spiritual awakening and renewed purpose.
The founding of Rise Recovery Community, Michigan’s largest Medicaid-funded recovery housing program.
Why alcohol and heroin were just different faces of the same battle — and why social acceptance can be dangerous.
Corey's plan to transition his growing TikTok platform into a faith-based mission.
Timestamps:
02:00 – Addiction beginnings: chasing acceptance
07:00 – Armed robbery and the “Polite Bandit” headline
20:00 – Building Rise Recovery Community
28:00 – Relapse: losing it all, again
35:00 – A miraculous encounter with faith
45:00 – What’s next: social media and spiritual leadership
Guest Bio & Links: Corey Warren is the founder of Rise Recovery Community, Michigan’s largest Medicaid-funded recovery housing program, and a viral creator on TikTok where he inspires thousands with raw, relatable content on addiction recovery, family, and faith.
Follow Corey on TikTok: @icoreywarren
Learn more at: https://www.rrclansing.org/team-4
Resources:
Marriage After Addiction by Eric Kennedy (Amazon)
Rise Recovery Community: rclansing.org

From Grief to Hope: The Hennings' Journey of Healing | Part 2

How do you hold onto faith when life breaks you? Wes and Kelly Hennings faced unimaginable loss but chose to fight for healing. In this powerful episode, they share how faith, community, and an unexpected journey into adoption helped them rebuild their lives. Their story is one of grief, resilience, and second chances—a must-listen for anyone navigating addiction recovery or faith-based healing.
Timestamps:[04:26] Life after loss[10:31] Adoption, faith, and unexpected blessings[17:43] Hope with their growing family[24:22] Gratitude in the face of ongoing challenges
What You’ll Learn: • The lifeline of small group support in addiction recovery and grief. • Why joy and sorrow can coexist—and how to embrace both. • How their deepest loss led to an adoption journey they never expected. • Why many marriages don’t survive trauma—and how theirs did. • Holding onto faith when addiction, loss, or hardship shakes your foundation.
Resources Mentioned:Saint Jude Research → https://www.stjude.org/National Adoption Center → https://www.adopt.org/
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Grief, Love, and Resilience: The Hennings' Journey of Healing Part 1

In this powerful episode of the Recovery Vow Podcast, host Eric Kennedy sits down with Wes and Kelly Hennings to discuss their journey through grief, trauma, and healing after the loss of their son, Graham. Their story is one of resilience, faith, and the strength of commitment in the face of unimaginable loss.
Key Takeaways:Recovery extends beyond addiction—it applies to trauma, grief, and emotional healingStrong relationships and personal commitments can anchor you through hardshipCommunity and faith play a vital role in navigating lossFinding ways to celebrate life helps in the healing processWes and Kelly share heartfelt memories, personal struggles, and how they found strength in their faith and each other. Their journey offers insight and hope for anyone facing grief or trauma.
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Strengthening Relationships Through Faith & Recovery

In this episode of Recovery Vow, host Eric Kennedy sits down with guest Brent Evans to explore the challenges and triumphs of marriage, addiction recovery, and faith-based relationship support.  
Whether you're facing struggles in your relationship, dealing with addiction, or seeking faith-based guidance, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tools to help you navigate the journey.
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The Truth About Kratom: Addiction, Recovery, and Misconceptions

In this compelling episode, we dive deep into the world of Kratom, addiction recovery, and the power of personal stories. Our guest, Jordan Richard, shares his powerful journey through addiction, the role Kratom played in his recovery, and the importance of education and open dialogue.  
Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/OazO-nacCDg
**🎬 Chapters:****00:00 - Introduction to Kratom**Discover the truth about Kratom, a tree in the coffee family known for its medicinal properties. Learn about its historical uses, the misconceptions surrounding its comparison to opioids, and why proper education about its benefits and risks is crucial.  
**02:50 - Personal Recovery Stories**  Real-life stories from those who have used Kratom as part of their recovery journey. Our guest shares their personal battle with addiction, highlighting the complexities of recovery and the ongoing personal work required for healing.  
**09:52 - The Role of Kratom in Recovery**  Can Kratom help with addiction recovery? We explore its potential as a tool for managing opioid cravings while emphasizing that it’s not a magic cure. The importance of support systems and continuous personal growth is also discussed.  
**16:15 - Misconceptions and Misinformation**  Unpacking the myths about Kratom, especially misinformation from regulatory bodies like the FDA. Our guest challenges these misconceptions and encourages listeners to seek comprehensive studies and firsthand accounts for a balanced perspective.  
**25:04 - Family Dynamics and Support**  Addiction impacts not just the individual but also their loved ones. This chapter explores the role of family support in recovery, with our guest sharing heartfelt insights into how open communication and understanding from their spouse and family made all the difference.  
**34:13 - The Broader Context of Addiction**  We place personal stories within the larger societal framework of addiction, discussing the opioid epidemic and how Kratom could serve as a harm reduction strategy. The need to combat stigma and approach addiction with compassion is emphasized.  
**39:05 - Conclusion and Future Perspectives**  A message of hope and resilience. Our guest reflects on their recovery journey and envisions a future where Kratom is better understood and accepted. The episode closes with a call for continued education and community support.  
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