From Tragedy To Triumph

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 31: Wild Walters of West Virginia Rich Walters shares his amazing story of Recovery.... This is literally the craziest story yet. Guns, drugs, bath salts, football, the dark web, and psychosis. All in the hills of West Virginia...

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Tragedy to Triumph Special Episode: Anonymity? In this special episode Daniel Ritchie and Aaron Laine talk about Anonymity. This might ruffle some feathers...

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 29: Amazing Grace - Casey Steckling Casey Steckling shares his amazing story of Recovery. Early on Casey found his escape in substances and used anything he could to fill the hole inside. As it grew larger, he found himself using more and ever closer to a pit of despair. At one point, he even tried taking his life and though he set out to die that day, a power greater than himself stepped in and everything changed. Today, Casey has a life that revolves around his faith, family, and helping others. He is an active member of society and is changing the narrative of what Recovery looks like. He is an advocate for those who need our help and does community outreach with Dayton Recovers. He is doing BIG things!

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 28: Girl Interrupted

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 27: New Kid on the Block - Jeffrey Hoglund Jeffrey Hoglund shares his amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in Seattle, Washington Jeff had a strong christian upbringing, played sports, and loved being the center of attention. Upon turning 18, Jeff aimed to go against every rule his parents had growing up and embraced the life of a rebel. From piercings and tattoos to drugs & alcohol, MDMA to Oxycontin, Crystal meth and stints in jail. Today, Jeff has a life that centers around God, his Recovery and his wife. This story is too wild to summarize, but i can say this... you'll be glad you tuned in.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 26: Man in the Mirror - Paul D. Wise Paul D. Wise shares his amazing story of Recovery. From getting in trouble selling pills in 8th grade, to dropping out of school by 10th grade, Paul was on a path of destruction most of his early life. By the age of 20, he was mostly homeless, eating out of trashcans and selling drugs. On 6/16/2010 everything changed... Paul started his recovery journey at court ordered treatment, and has been able to have a life beyond his wildest imagination. Today, Paul has a life that centers around his Recovery and helping others. He participates in a 12 step fellowship, become a Recovery advocate and a trusted Board member for FOA Families of Addicts. He is doing BIG things!

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 25: RISE UP! - Tracy Brumfield Tracy Brumfield shares her amazing story of Recovery. A migraine sufferer, Tracy was prescribed narcotic pain medication and eventually became addicted...This led her down a path of multiple treatments, getting in trouble with the law, a prison stint, and becoming homeless. Sitting on a corner in the freezing cold panhandling for change, Tracy felt less than human... Until a complete stranger showed her some love and everything changed. Today, Tracy has a life that centers around helping others and her Recovery. She started a newspaper called RISE that helps Ohio’s inmates rebuild their lives and is a source of inspiration for many people. She is doing BIG things!

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 24: Rise and Grind - Glenn Lundy Glenn Lundy shares his amazing story of Redemption. Growing up in Flagstaff, AZ Glenn thought his problems were everyone else. After a series of disappointments, Glenn found himself wanting to die and tried to take his own life. Unsuccessful in his attempt and by the Grace of God, Glenn once again embraced a life worth having... just to throw it away again. After so many chances, Glenn finally submitted to God and became a steward of good will. Today, he can be found hosting #RISEANDGRIND at 5:30 every morning on Facebook, sharing Gods love for others and encouraging them to live to their fullest potential.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 23: The Doctors Opinion - Mike Kalfas Dr. Michael Kalfas (St. Elizabeth -Addiction Medicine) shares his insight on how addiction affects the brain. Contributing factors on the opioid epidemic and how his own view of those struggling has changed.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 22: Lucky Girl - Melissa McCoy Melissa McCoy shares her amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in an alcoholic home, Melissa experienced a series of traumatic events in her childhood including abandonment and sexual abuse. Things didn't stop there... She dropped out of school and spent a majority of her teenage years and young adulthood in absolute chaos. Her addiction spanned many different substances and brought her to her knees. Shes lucky to be alive... Today, Melissa has a life that centers around her family and helping others. She works with many women who are new to sobriety and is coming up on 6 years clean & sober.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 21: A Mother's Love - Katie Renfrow Katie Renfrow of Our SAM Foundation shares her amazing story and tells us what its like to lose someone to addiction. She is an advocate for Recovery and has the inner strength of 10 armies.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 20: Country Boy - Joe Turner Joe Turner tells his amazing story of Recovery. Born in the hills of Paris, Kentucky, Joe experienced all sorts of things. From biker gangs and drug running, to straight A's and marrying his high school sweetheart. Joe seemed to have a great hold on life, even became a successful master electrician until his addictions took over and everything came crumbling down. Today, Joe has a life that centers on his family and helping others. He does tremendous amounts of outreach and runs "Recovery Champions". Joe is doing BIG things.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 19: The Fighter - Daniel Ritchie Daniel Ritchie shares his amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in Finneytown Ohio (A small suburb) Daniel experienced chaos almost daily. By the age of 15 Daniel was selling and using drugs, getting into fights, and frequently spent time in jail. This led to Juvenile Prison, where he wasn't released until after his 18th birthday. Having spent a majority of his teenage years incarcerated, Daniel developed a strong disregard for authority. As a young adult, he channeled his love for fighting into amateur MMA and won multiple fights in the Ohio Tri-state area. During this time, Daniels drug use grew into something he could've never imagined and drove him to the point of homelessness. Today, Daniel has a life that centers around his family and helping others. He works as a Peer Volunteer at UC Hospital helping addicts and alc

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 18: The Alcoholic formerly known as Prince - Jen Belemu Jen Belemu shares her amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in a small town in Ohio Jen experienced racism early in her life. As a teenager she was assaulted by 4 men and run over by a vehicle causing her to have a Traumatic Brain Injury. As a result of both physical and emotional pain, Jen sought the comfort in drugs & alcohol. As early as 15 years old, Jen was introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous and after almost 10 years she finally had enough and changed her life. Jen has been clean and sober for over 20 years. Today Jennifer has a life that centers around helping others. She works with Heartland High School, which focuses on providing a safe place for kids with substance use disorders and addictions to learn. She is the definition of "Doing BIG Things"

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 17: Cancer Survivor - Kyle Klinefelter Kyle Klinefelter tells his amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in the west side of Cincinnati, Kyle struggled with fear most of his life. From worrying about what people thought about him as a kid, the fear of losing his life to cancer, to being afraid of the man he had become because of drugs and alcohol. It took an act of God to get him clean... And he has been for over 3 years. Today, Kyle has a life that centers around helping others. He works at Hotel California by the Sea - Cincinnati as part of their treatment staff and is shining example of what Recovery looks like. Keep doing BIG things Kyle.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 16: Human of Addiction - Jake Bradshaw Jake Bradshaw shares his amazing story of Recovery! Growing up an only child and surrounded by free thinkers, Jake has always been encouraged to do something amazing. Living in the suburbs of Portsmouth Ohio, Jake experienced the Opioid Epidemic firsthand and has lost many people along the way. Even with his own addiction struggles, Jake was able to have a successful career as a Stock Broker until it all came crumbling down around him. From many run-ins with the police, a stint in federal prison, and personal degradation, Jake finally embraced a life worth living. Today Jake has a life that centers around helping others. Created and manages the successful Facebook account "Humans of Addiction" and always makes himself available to someone in need - Jake is the definition of "Doing BIG things"

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 15: Problem Child - Scotty Mays Scotty Mays tells his amazing story of Recovery. An only child with behavioral problems, Scotty experienced a handful of traumas that led him to life of addiction. He planned on taking his life, and with an extension cord around his neck his phone began to ring... That call changed everything. Today, Scotty has a life that centers around helping others and making people laugh. A stand-up comedian showing the humorous side of addiction and how to overcome any obstacle.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 14: Found God on I-75 - Brent Hanna Brent Hanna tells his amazing story of Recovery. Growing up an only child in Kentucky and changing his grades to avoid punishments, to printing counterfeit money just to score dope. Brent is lucky to be alive... Today, Brent is channeling his energy into helping others, making music and getting the most out of life. You don't want to miss this episode.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 13: Old School Cool - Britton "NewOne" Carter Britton "NewOne" Carter tells his amazing story of Recovery. Growing up in Cincinnati, Britton had the ability and drive to be a professional athlete. Between selling drugs and being addicted to Heroin early on, he threw away that opportunity and spent a lot of his life in and out of prison. Today, Britton has a new lease on life centered around helping others. This amazing man is doing so many BIG things that I've lost count.

Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who have gone from Tragedy to Triumph Episode 11: "The Addiction Series" The Addiction Series, which can be found on YouTube & Facebook, is produced by Shane Reinert, who joined From Tragedy to Triumph to tell his amazing story and talk about the show. The Addiction series is a video series dedicated to helping and encouraging people battling addiction as well educating the public. It has reached 217 countries and over one million individuals. It can be found on Reinert's YouTube and Facebook @TheAddictionSeries