Odyssey House Journals

A MAGICAL SPACE FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY
Fit To Recover is a unique facility that helps people continue on their sobriety journey by creating a safe space and providing proof positive that you can still have fun without drugs or alcohol. CEO Vickie Shaw has worked in the field for 25 years and loves the miracles happening every day at FTR. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals she lovingly talks about how FTR literally saves lives. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
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SHE SUFFERED A HEART ATTACK THE FIRST TIME SHE USED METH
So why did Amanda keep using for the next 16 years? The good news is that she’s turned her life around and has finally found happiness in recovery. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals she talks about what finally clicked and how she’s now on the way to a bright future. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
https://youtu.be/ikA0zoD8WUY
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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“I’M EXCITED ABOUT LIFE NOW”
That from a man who attempted suicide 5 times, drank a half gallon of booze a day, was addicted to various hard drugs and spent time behind bars. So what brought about this monumental change for Lou? He tears up in this edition of Odyssey House Journals as he talks about connection and helping others. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
https://youtu.be/ij0_0_8_wLY
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am
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“I FORGIVE THE PERSON WHO SHOT ME”
4 years ago Gordon was shot 3 times in the back and technically died twice, part of his involvement in the drug world. Fast forward to 2025 and he is doing great in recovery, loves sobriety, is getting reunited with his children and is already giving back. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals you will be amazed to hear about his new lease on life. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
https://youtu.be/LcH-wskMW9Y
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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“I’M SURPRISED I’M ALIVE! I JUST GOT LUCKY”
Weed at the age of 9 followed by alcohol, cocaine, meth, heroin and fentanyl and somehow Jason Scott survived and is now, at the age of 40, in recovery. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals he talks about how controlling his emotions is the key to his recovery and how his parents played a positive role by throwing him out and calling the cops. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the links in our bio.
https://youtu.be/XyZ6Ybpai-M
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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HOW THIS PROFESSIONAL OPERA SINGER BECAME ADDICTED TO AL-ANON
There are obviously worse addictions, but Julia Gershkoff found peace in Al-Anon as she coped with the death of her brother, the volatility of her mom struggling with prescription pills addiction and an abusive dad. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals she pieces together this puzzle of life, how she now gets paid to keep a large workforce happy, plus you will hear her beautiful voice. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the links in our bio.
https://youtu.be/F1RmCLBB-sc
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am
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$300,000 LATER, THIS ENABLING MOM FINALLY HAS ENOUGH!
Dianne Beverly says her addicted daughter raided her bank account even while Dianne paid for her rent and car. “I’m the chief enabler.” 18 years of enabling finally came to an end when Dianne told her daughter to get out or seek treatment. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals the surprising happy ending as her daughter became a recovery star. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms:
https://youtu.be/VO6nM6caYC4
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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A COP WHO LOVES DEALING WITH SUBSTANCE USE AND MENTAL ILLNESS
When a mental health crisis erupts in suburban Millcreek, who do they call? UPD Mental Health Detective Tracey Creno who was named officer of the year. It can be a barricaded gunman suffering from meth psychosis or someone threatening suicide. In this episode of Odyssey House Journals this amazing officer talks about how watching a TV show sparked her lifelong passion. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms:
https://youtu.be/FLiYllQp_yo
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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YOU CAN’T HELP BUT SMILE WHEN YOU MEET THIS MAN IN RECOVERY
Michael Minutella brings light to the world after suffering from extreme darkness for years. He hid his sexual identity. He was crushed when he found out his mom died in hospice while he was out using. He’s been in and out of prison and battled addiction for years. His life story will help you understand addiction in this edition of Odyssey House Journals. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms:
https://youtu.be/jL8S6zueiQc
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odyssey-house-journals/id1462333385
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4Basx2YsjYcRmmrSufLX3z?si=Wni9usSiQbun-W0WsjNC-g
or iHeart podcasts at
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Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am
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SHE’S GONE FROM ADDICTION TO BEING AN ANGEL OF MERCY
Ellyn Murray is the beloved program manager of one of the most successful mental health facilities in Utah, but it’s been a bumpy road to get there. She was severely addicted to crank, meth, opioids and booze starting at age 15. She was out of options when her mom threatened to keep her young children if she didn’t get help. What she did after that is amazing in this edition of Odyssey House Journals. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms:
https://youtu.be/_sermMeRxIs
You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
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or iHeart podcasts at
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-odyssey-house-journals-59417265/
Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am