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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 Food Bank and its role in Mental Health support

Celina joins Poncho, and the guys at OCJ to talk about the Food Bank and its role in helping people with mental health and addiction issues.
February 25, 2021
Season 1
Episode
9

Dealing with suicide - Nathan's Story

In the wake of yet another suicide in Medicine Hat, Nathan talks about coping with a difficult situation like the loss of a friend to suicide.
February 10, 2021
Season 1
Episode
8

From Rock Bottom - Leah's Story

Leah is an extreme example of an inspiring individual who had to hit rock bottom before realizing that her life was worth something.
February 4, 2021
Season 1
Episode
7

The Role of Law Enforcement in Addiction Crisis Management

This week we welcome Brent Secondiak, Ops Inspector for the MH Police Service, and involved in PACT (Police and Crisis Team) and the Addiction Crisis Team.
January 21, 2021
Season 1
Episode
6

Damyan's Story (Part 2) - Julie's Story

Damyan's wife, Julie joins us in the discussion and talks about coping with Damyan's journey and how they have been impacted both negatively and positively.
January 11, 2021
Season 1
Episode
5

Shedding Light on Addiction (for Non-Addicts)

In this episode, Rick and Ryan are joined by Plugged-In-Media producers Rob and Dave, for a discussion about addiction from the point-of-view of a non addict.
December 31, 2020
Season 1
Episode
4

SPECIAL - Coping with Covid

In our uncertain world, where abnormal is the new normal, it becomes increasingly difficult to cope with issues. Allysa and Kallyn share their struggles.
December 17, 2020
Season 1
Episode
3

Damyan's Story (Part 1)

In this heart-wrenching two part series, Damyan tells his story of hitting rock bottom, and how he managed to save himself from letting go of everything.
December 9, 2020
Season 1
Episode
2

What are we doing here?

In our pilot episode, our host Poncho gets to know the 'Guys' Rick, Ryan and Damyan, the "Our Collective Journey" movement. and the reason for the podcast.
November 24, 2020
Season 1
Episode
1

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