Hell Has an Exit Podcast with Bryan Alzate

This week Bryan sits down with Kristen C. as she shares her story of addiction and her journey through recovery. Born and raised right on the border of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Kristen remembers having a typical upbringing. While most kids viewed their parents’ divorce as a difficult time, for Kristen it just meant extra freedom. In this freedom she began to experiment with alcohol and finding that she always seemed to push the limits far beyond what the other kids were doing.  Through a series of toxic and abusive relationships, Kristen discovered Percocet’s or “Perc 30’s”. Kristen struggled for years to keep it together until the walls started to close in. The pills introduced her to crack & heroin and a life that became completely unmanageable and dependent on getting high. Don’t miss today’s episode on Hell Has an Exit to find out how Kristen was finally able to get clean after multiple relapses, rehabs and through committing to a 12-step program and sponsorship.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/bOlFfuhVbY4🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for an extraordinary episode of the "Hell Has an Exit" podcast as we delve into the gripping journey of Brian, whose life took a dark turn in his teenage years due to addiction. Tragically, a devastating ATV accident left him with a severely broken leg, leading to a series of infections and intense pain. To manage his suffering, Brian was prescribed powerful painkillers, coinciding with the rampant pill mills of Florida at the time. With easy access to narcotics, he spiraled deeper into addiction.As Brian's addiction grew more costly, he found himself living with a fellow addict, someone his mother had kindly taken in for assistance. It was this individual who introduced Brian to heroin as an alternative to pills. Initially, he started by sniffing it, but it wasn't long before he witnessed his friend injecting the drug. Succumbing to temptation, Brian followed suit, and his life quickly plummeted into chaos. He found himself trapped in a vicious cycle of jail, trouble, and substance abuse, hitting rock bottom.In a pivotal moment, Brian's mother and stepmother joined forces, urging him to seek help. Agreeing to their plea, he entered his first rehabilitation program and began the 12-step journey. However, without fully committing to the steps and the seriousness required, he soon relapsed, repeating the pattern of sobriety and relapse time and time again.During one period of sobriety, Brian obtained his stockbroker's license and started making decent money. Unfortunately, the 2008 financial crash abruptly stripped him of his job. Desperate for stability, he took a position at an unfamiliar stockbroker firm, unaware of the impending troubles it would bring. Years later, he received a life-altering phone call, revealing that his former colleagues were being sentenced to prison. Caught in the crossfire, Brian found himself facing charges with an ineffective lawyer. Despite others receiving probation, he was unjustly handed a 15-year prison sentence. The sense of injustice fueled his return to substance abuse shortly before entering jail.Within the confines of prison, Brian finally found the strength to break free from addiction, leaving it behind forever. However, his trials and tribulations were far from over. Despite his 15-year sentence, he remained incarcerated for five grueling years, enduring the challenges of prison life. Through the unwavering support of his mother and the assistance of astute legal minds, he managed to secure an appeal, presenting his case to the court. Miraculously, the judge granted approval, offering him a glimmer of hope.Now boasting 11 years clean, Brian has turned his life around, embracing the path of recovery and cherishing the positive trajectory it has brought. Join us this week on "Hell Has an Exit" for an incredible tale of faith and resilience, even in the face of adversity. You won't want to miss it!🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ei-_q025Hyg🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for episode 122 of the Hell Has an Exit podcast as we dive deep into the inspiring journey of our special guest, Brandon. In this heartfelt conversation, Bryan sits down with Brandon, a close friend, to discuss his path through addiction, recovery, and the challenges he faced along the way.Over the past 11 years, Brandon has fearlessly battled addiction, breaking free from its grip and embracing a clean and sober lifestyle. However, even in sobriety, he encountered significant obstacles related to mental health. During the initial years of his recovery, Brandon admits that he didn't fully immerse himself in the steps or invest much effort into personal growth. While he achieved sobriety and made strides in his professional life, his personal well-being remained neglected.At 5 years clean, Brandon found himself at a critical crossroads. Despite his sincere efforts and the support of his newfound friends, he sat outside a café, questioning the very essence of his existence. This poignant moment serves as a reminder that the journey to sobriety is not without its challenges, and the importance of continuous self-improvement and working the program to navigate through life's trials.In his heartfelt conversation with Bryan, Brandon shares his tumultuous childhood, battling severe health issues as an infant and later as a young man plagued by sickness and weakness. His struggles, combined with the complex emotions stemming from his early health struggles, eventually led him down a destructive path of drug addiction, including the depths of opioid abuse.However, Brandon's story takes a turn as he finds faith in himself through personal growth and dedicated adherence to the steps while staying clean and sober. His life undergoes a remarkable transformation marked by extraordinary success and personal growth within his recovery journey.Brandon has forged deep connections, prioritized his mental health, found true love, and received abundant blessings along his awe-inspiring path.Don't miss this week's episode of "Hell Has an Exit," where Brandon's captivating story will inspire and empower you. Join us as we witness the resilience of the human spirit and the power of redemption on the road to clean and sober living.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/GslC3KpK1gE🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Bryan Alzate talks to Kory W about his journey through addiction and recovery. Kory grew up in Davie, Florida, the same town as Bryan, and came from a family with several siblings and parents who drank and partied. Kory's father was a role model for him, and he wanted to be just like him, drinking and smoking as he saw his father do.At the age of eight, Kory had his first beer, and by the time he was in ninth grade, he was already struggling with alcoholism and drug addiction. At a party that he and Bryan both attended, Kory got so drunk that he ended up naked in a bathtub with a group of drunk girls giving him a sponge bath. This embarrassing experience marked the beginning of his descent into addiction, and he soon found himself isolated from his friends and family.Despite being able to hold down a job and help his family financially, Kory couldn't stay sober, and he found himself in jail and in trouble with the law. At one point, he even overdosed and was technically dead in the back of a car. It wasn't until he found a sponsor and started doing the 12 steps that Kory was finally able to stay sober.Although it took more than a year and a half of trying and failing to get sober, Kory's commitment to the program and his love for it helped him achieve long-term sobriety. Today, he has more than six years of sobriety and a fulfilling life, working a great job, engaged to someone he loves, and able to help his family.Get ready to be inspired by this engaging and captivating episode that serves as a powerful reminder that anyone can overcome addiction with the right support and unwavering commitment to change. Don't miss out on the opportunity to hear Kory W's story of struggle, perseverance, and eventual triumph over addiction.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/J6QnhDZb8-U🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of the "Hell Has An Exit" podcast tells the inspiring story of Mark, who grew up in Florida in a loving and religious family. However, Mark's desire for rebellion as a teenager led him down a dangerous path. He joined a gang of local kids and found himself facing criminal charges and a possible life sentence in jail. Fortunately, Mark was given a second chance and decided to turn his life around. He finished high school and college, but addiction to the drug "Molly" brought him back to his old ways. Mark tried to quit "Molly," but instead, he fell deeper into addiction, using cocaine and alcohol to cope. In an attempt to escape his problems, he moved to Nebraska, but his addiction followed him, leaving him feeling alone and desperate. Mark discovered the "Hell Has An Exit" podcast and began listening to it every week. The podcast inspired him to reach out to host Bryan for help. Bryan encouraged Mark to attend 12 step meetings and work the steps to overcome his addiction. Thanks to the guidance and support of the podcast and the 12 step program, Mark is almost a year sober and rebuilding his life. Listeners will be moved by Mark's incredible story of perseverance and determination in the face of addiction. This episode of the "Hell Has An Exit" podcast offers valuable insight into the power of seeking help and support in overcoming addiction and finding hope for a better future.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/WHpVlvn-VgA🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Hell Has an Exit we are re-releasing a classic. Bryan Welcomes a very special guest by the name of Brad M. A Vietnam Veteran, & a veteran in the rooms with almost 37 years clean!!As a child Brad yearned for the love of his abusive father who battled his own demons. With this, Brad developed a sort of desperation to fit in, be accepted and to be noticed. He discovered he could get high from sniffing glue, got caught up with the wrong crowd and before he knew it - he was stealing cars, and shooting heroin. In an attempt to make something of himself, Brad joins the army & ends up fighting for his life in Vietnam. What happens in Vietnam can really only be told by brad himself. Listen to this amazing story of Recovery filled with battles - both spiritual and literal.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/eg5gB-4PuYQ🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Hell Has an Exit. In episode 96, Bryan visited Tony Apanovitch on Death Row for an exclusive interview. Today's mini-episode provides an update on Tony's wrongful conviction. Tony is currently on death row for a crime he did not commit, and in this episode, you'll hear a letter from Tony himself, as well as an interview with Peter Kobak on what's happening with the case and how listeners can help Tony find justice.First, we'll hear from Tony. In his letter, he expresses his gratitude to everyone who has supported him throughout his journey to finding justice. He acknowledges how difficult it has been to be back on death row, but remains hopeful that justice will eventually be served. Tony asks listeners to continue spreading the word about his case and fighting for his freedom.Next, we have an interview with Peter Kobak, Campaign Coordinator for Ohioans to Stop Executions, who has been working on Tony's case. Peter provides an update on the legal proceedings and discusses some of the challenges they face in securing Tony's release. One of the challenges is that the Ohio Parole Board has not scheduled Tony’s case for a hearing. Peter urges listeners to write to the Board, and maybe the governor, urging that a hearing be scheduled.As always, thank you for tuning in to Hell Has an Exit. Please share this episode and Tony's story with your friends and family. Together, we can make a difference and bring justice to those who have been wrongfully convicted.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/3TQ-3JGjEog🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for an incredibly inspiring episode of Hell Has An Exit as I sit down with entrepreneur, television producer, and male modeling agency owner Garrett James. James is a true success story, having built an empire worth millions, starred in television shows, and become a celebrity influencer on social media. But his journey to the top was far from easy.James' battle with addiction began in college, where he started taking Ridellan pills to get through long nights of work. Little did he know, this was just the beginning of a dark and dangerous road that would eventually lead him to crack cocaine and a slew of felony charges. His life was in shambles, and he found himself behind bars with nowhere to go.But as they say, rock bottom became the solid foundation on which James built his life. While in jail, he found help through a 12-step program and has been clean for over 14 years. The program gave him a sense of belonging and helped him turn his life around, building his own businesses, acting in television shows, and finding love and happiness.In this episode, James shares the intimate details of his journey to recovery and success. He talks about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and how he found the strength to turn his life around. This is a truly inspiring story of redemption and triumph that will leave you feeling uplifted and empowered.Don't miss this incredible episode of Hell Has An Exit with Garrett James, founder of Cowboys 4 Angels male modeling agency and co-star of Showtime's hit series, "Gigolos".🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/nWieCSu5mOQ🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode of Hell has an Exit Guest Grateful Ray returns to the show and has a surprise for host Bryan Alzate! On the day they were recording the show Bryan was celebrating 15 years clean! Grateful Ray turns the tables on his host Alzate and takes the reins as "GUEST HOST" of the show and talks Bryan through his own personal sobriety story. The two dive into fresh details we have not heard yet about Bryan's own journey in recovery. Bryan Alzate began using drugs as a young boy -- in only 4th grade -- and this progressed and got worse and worse over his childhood into his teens. It tore apart Bryan's personal life, his family and almost destroyed his future. In the end - right before Bryan found the 12-steps and the rooms of NA, he was on the brink of death and suicide. Listen to this inspiring story and celebrate 15 years clean with Hell has An Exit Host Bryan Alzate and his Guest Host "Grateful Ray" on this week's HELL HAS AN EXIT!🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/2JpkCcgnhGw🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, on Episode 115 of Hell Has an Exit Bryan invites a very special Guest by the name of Will G.Will G's story is an inspiring tale of redemption from a life of addiction. With 33 years of sobriety under his belt, he now leads the way as a pioneer in the 12-step program community. Born into a family entrenched in drug dealing, yet deeply spiritual, Will's childhood was spent navigating the duality of his upbringing. Despite his early religious convictions, he eventually found himself on the streets as an addict.As a teenager, Will became a father and joined the Marine Corps, only to return home with PTSD. This condition drove him to self-medicate with drugs, leading to an addiction that spiraled out of control. Losing the trust and respect of his loved ones, Will ended up homeless in Harlem before moving to Florida with a girlfriend.In Florida, his addiction continued unabated until he was introduced to Narcotics Anonymous. At last, Will found a place where he could turn his life around. Over the past 33 years, he has become a mentor and guiding light for others seeking sobriety, including host Bryan Alzate.Now, at the age of 70, Will G is pursuing his PhD, having returned to high school and college to reclaim his education. Tune into this week's episode of "Hell Has an Exit" to hear Will's remarkable story of hope, perseverance, and transformation, and learn from his wisdom as someone with over three decades of sobriety. Don't miss this powerful and motivating episode.🎬Watch Video Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/OX60AgYT1qI🔗Check us out at: https://hellhasanexitpod.com/Follow on Instagram & Twitter☑Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellhasanexit/?hl=en☑Twitter: https://twitter.com/HellHasAnExit☑Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellhasanexit/☑TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellhasanexit❤‍🩹Get the support you need from our trusted addiction treatment provider: https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/?data_traffic=POD-EP-DES-URP (https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/)👉🏻Call Now: (877)-706-0625🆘Support is Available 24/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices