In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Dr. Younger, a clinical leader with TrueFreedom Recovery Center in Covington, Louisiana—a recovery-focused organization dedicated to helping people overcome addiction through connection, support, and holistic care.

Dr. Younger brings a wealth of experience working with individuals and families navigating the complexities of substance use and healing. In this conversation, he talks about the importance of creating safe, judgment-free environments where people feel seen and supported from detox through long-term recovery. You’ll hear real insight into how treatment works, how clinical leadership shapes recovery programs, and why compassionate care makes all the difference on the hardest days of the journey.

Whether you’re walking your own path in recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply curious about how recovery services operate from the inside, this episode offers grounded, encouraging perspective from someone deeply involved in the field.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 84 to hear Dr. Younger’s perspective on addiction, healing, and the role community plays in long-term recovery.

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Dr. Younger, a clinical leader with TrueFreedom Recovery Center in Covington, Louisiana—a recovery-focused organization dedicated to helping people overcome addiction through connection, support, and holistic care.

Dr. Younger brings a wealth of experience working with individuals and families navigating the complexities of substance use and healing. In this conversation, he talks about the importance of creating safe, judgment-free environments where people feel seen and supported from detox through long-term recovery. You’ll hear real insight into how treatment works, how clinical leadership shapes recovery programs, and why compassionate care makes all the difference on the hardest days of the journey.

Whether you’re walking your own path in recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply curious about how recovery services operate from the inside, this episode offers grounded, encouraging perspective from someone deeply involved in the field.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 84 to hear Dr. Younger’s perspective on addiction, healing, and the role community plays in long-term recovery.

HUGE Thank you to TrueFreedom for Sponsoring this episode!
If you or someone you know needs help you can find them here!
https://www.restorefree.com
709 E North Pl. Amite, LA 70422
Tel: 985-289-5264
info@restorefree.com

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Liam and Landin Vincifora, brothers representing TrueFreedom Recovery Center, for their first appearance on the show.

This powerful conversation explores what it means to walk the recovery journey not only as individuals, but as family. As brothers involved in the recovery community, Liam and Landin share their perspective on accountability, loyalty, responsibility, and the strength that comes from standing side by side in the fight against addiction.

They discuss the importance of community support, how recovery impacts the entire family system, and why having people who truly understand your journey can make all the difference. Their story highlights that addiction recovery isn’t just about personal transformation — it’s about restoring relationships, rebuilding trust, and creating a future rooted in purpose.

This episode is a reminder that recovery is stronger when it’s shared, and that brotherhood — whether by blood or by community — can be one of the greatest assets in healing.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 83 for an honest, grounded conversation about family, recovery, and what it takes to build freedom together.

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HUGE Thank you to TrueFreedom for Sponsoring this episode!
If you or someone you know needs help you can find them here!
https://www.restorefree.com
709 E North Pl. Amite, LA 70422
Tel: 985-289-5264
info@restorefree.com

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley are joined by Jess LaMonte from TrueFreedom Recovery Center, an addiction resources center based in Covington, Louisiana dedicated to helping people find lasting freedom from addiction.

Jess brings real-world insight and heartfelt perspective on recovery work, community support, and what it really takes to begin healing. Together with Ronnie and Michael, Jess discusses the strength needed to step into recovery, the importance of treating both addiction and underlying mental health challenges, and why creating a judgment-free environment changes lives.

This conversation isn’t just about recovery theory—it’s about hope, lived experience, and practical encouragement for anyone walking their own journey or loving someone through theirs. Whether you’re in early recovery, long-term recovery, or supporting someone on the path, Episode 82 reminds you that freedom is possible and you don’t have to walk it alone.

🎧 Tune in to hear Jess’s perspective and the mission of TrueFreedom Recovery Center in action.

HUGE Thank you to TrueFreedom for Sponsoring this episode!
If you or someone you know needs help you can find them here!
https://www.restorefree.com
709 E North Pl. Amite, LA 70422
Tel: 985-289-5264
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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down to catch up after the weekend and talk about the snowstorm that never showed up in Baton Rouge. From weather hype to real life, the conversation is relaxed, honest, and full of laughs.

They also introduce viewers to a new studio room at Rhea Media, sharing what the move means for the podcast and how growth—both personally and professionally—continues to shape the show. As always, the discussion stays rooted in recovery, accountability, and showing up even when things don’t go as planned.

This episode is a reminder that recovery isn’t always heavy—it’s about connection, consistency, and finding humor in everyday moments while staying grounded.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 81 for real talk, fresh energy, and a behind-the-scenes look at what’s next for Built By The Red Stick.

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Max Cook of Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center in Rayville, Louisiana. Max brings a unique perspective from working on the front lines of addiction care—guiding people as they take the courageous first steps toward change and long-term healing.

Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center is known for its comprehensive programs designed to treat substance use disorders with individualized, evidence-based approaches that support the whole person. Working within that environment, Max shares insight into how treatment unfolds, what it takes to break cycles of addiction, and the power of connection and community in recovery.

This conversation is packed with honest reflections and practical encouragement for anyone navigating the recovery journey, supporting someone in recovery, or simply wanting to understand what healing really looks like beyond the clinic walls.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 80 to hear Max’s take on recovery, resilience, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward together.

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome back Chris Martin from Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center in Rayville, Louisiana.

Chris brings both professional expertise and personal passion to his work in addiction recovery. A native of Northwest Louisiana, he transitioned from a career as a CPA to dedicate his life to helping others find lasting sobriety. At Palmetto, Chris works closely with clients at the time of discharge—ensuring they have the structure, support, and confidence needed to move forward with sober living, outpatient care, and community-based recovery resources. His hands-on approach and lived experience in recovery make him a trusted guide for those beginning a new chapter.

During this conversation, Chris and the hosts dive into the realities of early recovery momentum, the power of encouragement and accountability, and why the transition after treatment is just as critical as the work done inside the clinic. If you or someone you care about is looking for clarity on sustaining recovery, this episode delivers insight, hope, and practical perspective.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 79 and walk with us through the steps that turn healing into lasting change.

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This episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Tyler Waguespack, an Intake Coordinator at Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center in Rayville, Louisiana.

Tyler brings a frontline perspective on the early stages of recovery—how people access help, what motivates that first step, and how compassionate intake work lays the foundation for long-term healing. He discusses the importance of meeting people where they are, reducing barriers to care, and helping individuals and their families navigate the often-overwhelming world of addiction treatment with dignity and respect.

With real-world experience supporting clients from their first phone call through program placement, Tyler shares insight into the courage it takes to ask for help and the systems that can make that process smoother, more welcoming, and more effective. Whether you’re considering treatment yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want a better understanding of recovery access, this episode sheds light on the part of the journey that begins before the clinical work even starts.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 78 to hear Tyler’s take on intake work, early recovery momentum, and the power of encouragement when someone first reaches out for help.

HUGE thank you to Palmetto Recovery Center for sponsoring this video!
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