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Rising from Relapse: Brandi's Tale of Fearless Recovery and Freedom

Brandi returns to From Darkness To Life. Since we last spoke to her (in Season 4), she has relapsed and since found herself again.

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From Darkness to Life contains the real stories of courageous individuals who have found their way out of the darkness caused by mental health challenges and substance abuse. If these episodes resonate with you and you yourself or someone you love needs help, please reach out.

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December 11, 2025

Rising from Relapse: Brandi's Tale of Fearless Recovery and Freedom

Brandi returns to From Darkness To Life. Since we last spoke to her (in Season 4), she has relapsed and since found herself again.
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November 14, 2025

From Rock Bottom to Rocket Fuel: Kori Leigh's Story of Recovery and Triumph

In this episode of 'From Darkness to Life,' guest Kori Lee turns rock bottom into rocket fuel as she shares her inspirational story of overcoming addiction and rebuilding her life.
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The Ripple Effect of Suicide

Rick and Julie host as Derrick and Jeremy open their hearts to share their stories of how losing very close friends to suicide have impacted them both.
May 13, 2021
Season 1
Episode
18

Recovery and the Community Connection

This week Mark Codlin joins OCJ to share his experience, strength and hope.
May 6, 2021
Season 1
Episode
17

Climbing over Obstacles to Recovery

In this episode OCJ talks with Robin Innes about how she was able to eventually discover her relationship with alcohol was causing many of her own obstacles.
April 29, 2021
Season 1
Episode
16

Lessons learned on the Road 2 Recovery (Part 1 of 2)

In this episode of From Darkness to Life, Ryan sits down with his recovery friend, Christa Kernohan, to discuss their journeys into long term recovery.
April 22, 2021
Season 1
Episode
15

Getting The Best Help from Day One.

Ana, a Registered Provisional Psychologist, pours light on many important pieces around therapy, listening, and creating safe spaces.
April 15, 2021
Season 1
Episode
14

Mental Health, Addiction and Healing with Theoren Fleury

Theoren Fleury joins OCJ to discuss addiction, mental health, trauma and the subsequent work that goes into continuous recovery.
April 8, 2021
Season 1
Episode
13

Coping with Suicide (Nolan and Intek's Story)

In the aftermath of a friend's suicide, Nolan & Intek discuss the death of a close friend, and how coping through conversation was their way to deal with loss.
April 1, 2021
Season 1
Episode
12

An Educator's Approach to Teen Mental Health

As a high school vice-principal, Shauna has a unique perspective on the vulnerability of the teen mindset. Shauna takes a proactive to dealing with young minds.
March 25, 2021
Season 1
Episode
11

A Brief History of AA and 12 Step Recovery

Mark is a recovered alcoholic who shares his extensive knowledge of the history of the program that gave birth to all 12 step programs.
March 11, 2021
Season 1
Episode
10

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