Think your ignition interlock device gave a “false positive” after using mouthwash or eating certain foods? Not quite. In this episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, host Morgan Ryan joins Smart Start’s Steve Luce and Izzy from the Care Center to test everyday products that can cause mouth alcohol readings — from kombucha and spicy gummies to mouthwash and energy drinks. Learn what’s really happening inside your IID, how to prevent mouth alcohol buildup, and what to do if you get an unexpected result.

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In this episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, host Morgan Ryan sits down with Satchel Stillwell, founder of Remnant Recovery, to talk about changing how we see addiction, therapy, and accountability after a DUI. They unpack family-based recovery, the role of car breathalyzers and ignition interlock devices, and how bringing therapy into the home helps people rebuild their lives.

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At 22, Phaedra Creed’s life changed forever when a drunk driver left her paralyzed. Nearly 30 years later, she’s inspiring thousands through her voice, humor, and hope. In this episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, Phaedra shares how she found purpose through pain—becoming Miss Wheelchair International, speaking to NFL teams, and working to end impaired driving stigma.

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Please note: ‘Morgan Ryan’ is a pseudonym used by one of the hosts for privacy purposes.

In this episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, we break down everything you need to know about ignition interlock devices (IIDs) — also known as car breathalyzers. Learn how they work, what to expect during installation, costs, calibrations, and how Smart Start provides stigma-free, compassionate support throughout the process.

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On this episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, hosts Morgan Ryan and Izzy Varela explore how high-pressure environments—like sales teams, fraternities, sororities, and professional careers—can influence drinking behaviors. They discuss peer pressure, company cultures, statistics on alcohol use, and the consequences of dangerous drinking, including DUIs, SR-22 insurance, and ignition interlock requirements. Sponsored by Smart Start, the nation’s trusted ignition interlock provider, the conversation also highlights healthier ways to celebrate success without alcohol.

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In this moving episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, host Morgan Ryan continues the conversation with Peter Lachnicht as he opens up about relapse, accountability, and the daily practices that keep him grounded in recovery. From prayer and meditation to the vital role of sponsors, Peter shares the lessons he’s learned in his fight for sobriety and the impact of gratitude on his healing. His testimony is a candid look at the ongoing challenges of addiction, the strength it takes to face them, and the hope that comes from faith and community. If you or someone you love is battling alcoholism, this episode is a powerful reminder that lasting recovery is possible.

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In this powerful episode of Start Over Strong: Life After a DUI, host Morgan Ryan sits down with Peter Lachnicht as he shares his raw and honest journey from the depths of alcohol and drug addiction to the daily fight for sobriety through active recovery. Peter’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and the transformative role that faith played in his healing. Together, they explore the harsh realities of alcoholism, the courage it takes to break the cycle, and what it means to rebuild a life from the ground up. If you or someone you care about is facing addiction, this episode is a moving reminder that recovery is possible—and you're not alone.

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In this episode, Morgan Ryan and Izzy Varela speak with MADD CEO Stacey Stewart about the evolution of drunk driving prevention. They explore the real issues behind impaired driving, including addiction, mental health, and repeat offenses. Learn how technology like ignition interlock devices and new partnerships are changing the approach to DUI prevention and support.

#DUIAwareness #MADD #StaceyStewart #DrunkDriving #IgnitionInterlock #SmartStart #DUIRecovery #RoadSafety #MentalHealthMatters #AlcoholAwareness #Breathalyzer #DUIHelp #SoberDriving #Polyuse #StopImpairedDriving

Please note: ‘Morgan Ryan’ is a pseudonym used by one of the hosts for privacy purposes.