Rooted Recovery Stories
Episodes
Love, Loss, and Resilience (ft. Donna Adams) | Rooted Recovery Stories 207
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Together, Patrick and Donna explore:-The pivotal turning points that shifted her path toward recovery-The role of faith and community in rebuilding he...
From Chaos To The Canvas (ft. Ryan Rado) | Rooted Recovery Stories 206
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“I didn’t know how to express the pain. So I turned it into art.” What happens when survival becomes silence and silence becomes a scream on can...
The Last Bet: Grief And Gambling Addiction (ft. Patrick Casale) | Rooted Recovery Stories 205
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, grief, addiction, mental health challenges, and other sensitive topics. Listener discret...
Raised In The Fire: Breaking Cycles Building Truth (ft. David Hawkins) | Rooted Recovery Stories 204
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the people who raised you were also the ones you had to survive? In this powerful Pride Month episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, me...
Coming Out Country: From Hiding To Healing (ft. Ty Herndon) | Rooted Recovery Stories #203
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if telling the truth about who you are meant risking everything you’ve worked for? In this deeply personal episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, ...
The Cost of Coping (ft. Shane Diamond) | Rooted Recovery Stories #202
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when everything you've built, your identity, your career, your marriage starts to unravel at once? Shane Diamond, a celebrated spea...
You Cannot Accept Yourself Until You Do This (ft. Blair Imani) | Rooted Recovery Stories #201
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Healing doesn’t always begin with answers. Sometimes it starts with the questions no one ever thought to ask.Before she became the voice behind Smar...
Were You Taught Faith Or Programmed To Obey (ft. Monte Mader) | Rooted Recovery Stories #200
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the faith you were raised in wasn’t chosen but programmed? Whether you’re questioning everything or doubling down on your beliefs, this la...
From People Pleasing to Purpose (ft. Chrissy Metz) | Rooted Recovery Stories #199
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the outside, Chrissy Metz seemed to have it all starring in a hit show, inspiring millions, and radiating confidence but behind the spotlight was...
Triggers and Transformation (ft. Caleb Lovely) | Rooted Recovery Stories #198
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From buried hurt to healing harmonies, Caleb Lovely reveals how trauma shaped his truth and gave rise to a song that speaks volumes. In this powerful ...
From Rock Bottom To Rock Star (ft. Amy Darling) | Rooted Recovery Stories #197
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From broken beginnings to bold breakthroughs, Amy Darling shares how she hit rock bottom and rose again, louder than ever. Join host Patrick Custer as...
Beyond the Headlines: My Truth, My Miracle, My Passion (ft. Firerose) | Rooted Recovery Stories #196
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Music was her lifeline in a world of chaos. Join host Patrick Custer for an intimate conversation with Firerose Cyrus, an Australian-born singer-songw...
The Comeback Queen: Life Beyond The Spotlight (ft. Taylor Armstrong) | Rooted Recovery Stories #195
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Taylor Armstrong's life hasn't always been all glitz and glam. Behind reality TV fame lies a story of struggle, survival, and strength. In thi...
"Only God Knows" the Battle for my Soul (ft Struggle Jennings) Part 2 | Rooted Recovery Stories #194
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggle Jennings’ journey has been one of trials, transformation, and triumph. In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, we continue our conversa...
"Only God Knows" the Battle for my Soul (ft Struggle Jennings) Part 1 | Rooted Recovery Stories #193
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggle Jennings might have the most fitting name in music. His journey has been anything but easy, and his music reflects every battle he’s fought...
The Limitless Cost of Keeping the Secret (Ft. Josh Cloud) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 192
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One secret kept him safe. One truth would leave him with nowhere to go. For Josh Cloud, music wasn’t just a dream—it was his identity. But after A...
UNPACKED: Stacks of Shame for a Path of Freedom (Ft. Melissa Bull) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 191
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the place that was supposed to feel like home felt more like a prison? In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down wi...
When A Grown Man Cries(feat. Alex Hall) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 190
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sobriety and music were what saved Alex Hall's life from the grips of addiction. But before he was able to put down the bottle he felt it was some...
From Chaos to Clarity (feat. Madeline Finn) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 189
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Music became Madeline Finn’s path to healing, but it wasn’t always that way. Before becoming a talented songwriter, singer, bassist, and producer,...
What Actually Saved Me (feat. Fimone) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 188
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Songwriting saved Fimone’s life, but before music became the outlet for her that it is today, she struggled with addiction, trauma, and the overwhel...
From Heartbreak To Healing (feat. Mari Brown) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 187
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Divorce and abandonment can leave us feeling lost and uncertain, but they also hold the potential for profound transformation. In this episode of Root...
Crying Into My Crunchwrap (feat. Jason Rhee) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 186
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, the one and only Jason Rhee, wedding planner, recovering comedian, and all-around hilarious human, joins host Pa...
Laughing Through The Pain (feat. Evan Williams) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 185
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, comedian Evan Williams sits down with host Patrick Custer to share his journey through addiction, the impact of his mother...
Faith Without Freedom (feat. Bethany Joy Lenz) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 184
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bethany Joy Lenz opens up with host, Patrick Custer, in this powerful interview where they discuss untapped, dynamic perspectives into her life’s st...
The Fight Within (feat. Rachel Platten) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 183
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Custer sits down with the incredibly talented singer/songwriter, Rachel Platten, for a candid and vulnerable conversation about Rachel's perso...
"Navigating Holiday Stress" (feat. Eloise Erin Dugan) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 182
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories! Join co-hosts Patrick Custer and Erin Dugan as they dive into the complexities of mental health du...
"Sad Bird Still Sings" (feat. Eloise Alterman) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 181
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, host Patrick Custer sits down with the incredibly talented singer/ songwriter Eloise Alterman. T...
"Finding My Voice" (feat. Hannah Sward) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 180
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sat down with Hannah Sward, an inspiring author and poet with a remarkable story to share. Durin...
"Grief Doesn't Fit in a Box" (feat. Raven Dawson) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 179
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, I had the opportunity to sit down with Raven Dawson, a gifted media personality and host of Rewind the Pod...
I Didn't Want To Feel Anymore (feat. Jordy Cray) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 178
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, I had the chance to chat with Jordy Cray, a social media influencer who’s known for his thoughtful takes...
Take My Happiness And Give It To Him (feat. Dani Rose) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 177
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with country artist Dani Rose, who opens up about the difficult journey of dealing with a love...
Choose Yourself (feat. Gregory Zarian) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 176
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories! Join host Patrick Custer as he sits down with actor and advocate Gregory Zarian. Gregory shares hi...
"You Can't Improve If You Don't Start" (feat. Spencer Crandall) Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #175
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Patrick Custer as he sits down with country artist, Spencer Crandall, for an engaging conversation about life, creativity, and the journey o...
"I Wasn't Comfortable With Anyone" (feat. Colleen Conklin) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #174
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories Patrick sit's down with mental health advocate, public speaker, eating disorder recovery coach, and therapi...
"You're Not Alone" (feat. James Mobley) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #173
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories Patrick sit's down with decorative painter James Mobley and has an incredible conversation about his past a...
"Beyond the Punchline" (feat. Zach Noe Towers) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #172
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories Patrick sits down with standup comedian and actor Zach Noe Towers. This being Zach's return to the podcast,...
"If It's Supposed To Be, It Will Be" (feat. Phillip Cordell) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #171
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Patrick sits down with writer, filmmaker, actor, and friend, Phillip Cordell. Phillip shares his complicated past with alcohol and substance...
"I'm Sober, I'm Not A Saint" (feat. Leah McSweeney) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #170
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Patrick sits down with former reality TV star, Leah McSweeney. Leah opens up about her road to sobriety over the past couple of years and th...
Charles & Cassie Kelley (Live at SoHo House in Nashville, TN) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #169
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In recognition of National Recovery Month, Charles Kelley - co-founding member of legendary country trio, Lady A, and his wife, Cassie Kelley joined h...
"Turning The Tables" (feat. Erin Dugan) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. #168
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, the tables get turned! Patrick Custer sits down with his producer and owner of The Cast Collective, Erin Dugan, ...
"Where There's A Willam There's A Way" (feat. Willam Belli) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. #167
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with drag queen legend, Willam Belli. Willam shares many stories from her time on Drag Race, w...
"Nobody Puts Fancy In The Corner" (feat. Fancy Hagood) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. #166
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories our host Patrick Custer sits down with award winning artist Fancy Hagood as the pair discuss many topics ranging ...
Fall In Love With I Don't Know (feat. Joslyn Defreece) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. #165
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Patrick sits down with trans rights activist, actress, and writer, Joslyn Defreece. Joslyn opens up about her struggles with addiction, eati...
The Freedom of Un-Knowing (feat. Tayla Lynn) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. #164
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick is joined by the lovely, talented and hilarious Tayla Lynn, granddaughter of country musi...
Life Above Deck feat. Kyle (Viljoen) Riley | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. #163
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick is joined by Bravo’s ‘Below Deck’ sensation, Kyle (Viljoen) Riley! He opens up abou...
"Chaos Within" (ft. Maggie Eats) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep #162
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick is joined by TikTok Star and adorable mom of 3 @Maggieeatsss! The two bond over their pub...
"Be Celebrated, Not Tolerated" (ft. Cody Belew) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep #161
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with good friend and singer songwriter Cody Belew! Blending raw emotion with So...
"It's Never In The Past Until It's Resolved" (ft. Liz Perrett) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep #160
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick is joined by his friend and colleague Liz Perrett. Liz has over 10 years of experience in...
"Being Normal is Vastly Overrated" (feat.Vadalia Anne Gentry) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #159
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with the multitalented Vidalia Anne Gentry, better known as Drag Queen VAG or Vag4Short....
"Don't Put Out Your Fire" (feat.Cole Redding) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #158
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode Patrick talks with singer Cole Redding! Cole dives into his addiction beginning at a young age, leading to recovery by age ...
"I WASN'T THE FIRST AND I WON'T BE THE LAST"(feat.Jennifer Knapp) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #157
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with American-Australian folk rock, and contemporary Christian musician grammy nominated...
"GUILTY AS SIN" (feat. Chris Housman) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #156
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with singer-songwriter, Chris Housman. They discuss the difficulties of growing up gay i...
"LAUGHTER HEALS" (feat. Craig Shoemaker) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #155
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick talks with comedian Craig Shoemaker about the traumas he faced at an early age, from being kidnapp...
"DBT for Life" (feat. Diana Partington) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #154
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick talks with DBT expert, Diana Partington. Diana delves into her past trauma, that caused her to fee...
Beyond Heaven's Door (feat. Hilary Williams) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #153
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer talks with country star, Hilary Williams as she shares her transformative journey af...
Overcoming Abusers (feat. Amanda Marino) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #152
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer has on host of A&E's show "Intervention" to talk about her struggles with...
"Overcoming My Eating Disorder" ft. Lucas Kraft | Rooted Recovery Stories #151
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer hosts Lucas Kraft, the co-founder of the digestive health company, Wonderbelly, which is fo...
Persevering Through Prejudice ft. Griffin Marc | Rooted Recovery Stories #150
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer talks with American actor, Griffin Marc. He opens up about his beliefs that addi...
Life with OCD ft. Sam Temple (H3 Podcast) | Rooted Recovery Stories #149
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Patrick hosts Sam Temple, widely known for her spot on the H3 Podcast. Sam was diagnosed with OCD in 2020, and she speaks on how it ha...
Life Is A Dance ft. Ben Chung (Kinjaz founder & Jabbawockeez dancer) | Rooted Recovery Stories #148
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with Ben “BTEK” Chung, co-founder of Kinjaz and former member of the Jabbaw...
A Glimmer of Hope ft. Hollywood Stunt-Double Kimberly Shannon Murphy | Rooted Recovery Stories #147
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with Hollywood’s go-to stunt woman, Kimberly Shannon Murphy. As an award-winn...
Healing From BPD feat. Kevin Quinn | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 146
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode host Patrick Custer sits down with actor and musician, Kevin Quinn, while he opens up about his lifelong journey with Borderlin...
30 Years of Therapy in 3 Months (feat. Lou Ridley) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 145
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with Nashville-based musician and human rights advocate, Lou Ridley. The pair s...
"The Broken Hearts Club" (feat. John Schaech) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 144
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with actor, John Schaech. The pair start by touching on how John got into the m...
What We're Still Fighting For (feat. R.K. Russell) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 143
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with former NFL Defensive End, social justice advocate, published poet, ...
"Getting Arrested Changed My Life" (feat. Doug Bopst) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 142
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doug Bopst is an award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker and business owner. Those credentials and accolades are a result of his own transform...
“This Is Rock Bottom” (feat. Todd Anderson) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 141
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with former Rams NFL player, performance coach, and entrepreneur Todd An...
"God's Not Done With Me Yet" (feat. Zach Livingston) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 140
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this newest episode of Rooted Recovery, Patrick Custer sits down to talk with Intervention host, Zach Livingston. Before Zach was on TV, he talks a...
"Living My Dream" (ft. Natalie Grant) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 139
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer is joined by nine-time Grammy nominee and five-time GMA Dove Awards Female Vocalis...
Life and Big Time Rush (feat. James Maslow) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 138
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer is joined by World Famous, Big Time Rush Star, James Maslow. In addition to his ro...
"A Facade of Peace" (feat. Lindsay Ell) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 137
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Patrick sits down with Lindsay Ell, a Canadian-American singer, songwriter, guitarist and television personality. Starting off, Lindsa...
"I Don't Have to Have the Answer" (feat. Comedian Kristina Hart) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 136
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer talks to comedian and influencer, Kristina Hart, about growing up in a Persian fam...
Catalyst To The Beast (Feat. Daniel Sugden) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 135
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer is joined by the HomeReno expert and social media mogul, Daniel "Handy Dan" Sugden...
Cry Me A River (feat. Amber Autry) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 134
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The always hilarious, fellow podcaster and well-known comedian, Amber Autry, joins Patrick Custer on this week's episode of the Rooted Recovery Storie...
Grace Is Not Conditional (feat. Pete Wilson) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 133
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories with Patrick Custer, former mega-church leader Pete Wilson joins Patrick as they dissect what it means to b...
Life’s Highest Highs & Lowest Lows (feat. Shaylen) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 132
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Artist and songwriter, Shaylen, joins this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories to discuss her journey in the music business as a child star fa...
Being Gay in Baseball and Country Music with Bryan Ruby | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 131
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits with pro baseball player turned country singer-songwriter Bryan Ruby. Bryan was the first pro...
Faith, Sobriety & Country Music w/ Walker Hayes | Rooted Recovery Stories #129 (ft. Brad Schmitt)
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, we're very excited to welcome our guest, Walker Hayes, a father, husband, and country music s...
Fame Addiction & Patrick’s WIFE?! | Rooted Recovery Stories ft. Braunwyn & Jennifer Windham-Spinner #130
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder whether reality TV is as glamorous behind the scenes as it appears on the screen? Join Patrick Custer and his guests Braunwyn Windham and ...
From Felonies & Hardship to Growth & Inspiration (ft. Trina Frierson) | Rooted Recovery Stories #128
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories Patrick sits with Katrina (Trina) Frierson, the founder of Mending Hearts, as they talk about her shocking ...
Purpose, Structure and Life After Laguna Beach (feat. Jason Wahler) | Rooted Recovery Stories #127
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TV personality, husband, and board member of the Red Songbird Foundation, Jason Wahler, joins this week’s episode of "Rooted in Recovery" ...
"The Bank Teller Saved My Life" with Zac Clark | Rooted Recovery Stories #126
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Business owner, Bachelorette contestant and avid Philly sports fan, Zac Clark, is joining this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories to share hi...
"If I Can Do It, YOU Can Do It" feat. HGTV Star Lauren Makk
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional interior designer and HGTV star, Lauren Makk, is joining Rooted Recovery Stories this week to share her complex and victorious journey th...
Changing Your Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms feat. Mike Rossi | Rooted Recovery Stories #124
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Performer and Outreach Coordinator for Apex Addiction Treatment Center, Mike Rossi, is joining Rooted Recovery Stories this week to discuss his comple...
"I Identify As MAD": Re-Thinking Gender & Mental Health in the Medical Field | Matthew Jackman Ep. 123
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Renowned scholar and social worker, Matt Jackman, joins Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast with Patrick Custer this week to discuss their complex and vic...
Re-Discovering Identity, Spirituality & Recovery (feat. Adam Jablin) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 122
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Jablin joins Patrick Custer on Rooted Recoveries during the first week of National Recovery Month to discuss identity, spirituality, fitness, and...
Aesthetics Tips & Near-Death Experiences (ft. Tox Josh) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 121
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Tox Josh joins Rooted Recovery Stories with Patrick Custer to discuss Josh's rise in the aesthetics industry, struggle with a near-deat...
The Trauma's Gotta Go Somewhere ft. Country Music's Frank Ray | Rooted Recovery Stories 120
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Country Music artist Frank Ray joins Rooted Recovery Stories with Patrick Custer this week to discuss his improbable and tumultuous path into the coun...
Sober, Hilarious and mostly likely to be an Occupational Hazard (Feat. Brad Schmitt) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 119
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nashville journalist Brad Schmitt joins host, Patrick Custer for this hilariously unhinged episode of laughs, tears, and all the feels as we delve int...
"Hard-Wired For Belonging" (feat. Ruthie Lindsey) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. 118
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Patrick Custer in this inspiring episode as he sits down with the incredible author, speaker, and coach, Ruthie Lindsey. Ruthie shares her j...
Finding Worth, Authenticity, and Peace (ft.David Hernandez) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 117
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the life of David Hernandez, musician and Top 12 Finalist of Season 7 of American Idol. We take a deeper look into his m...
Take Care of Yourself Today (ft. Corey O'Brien) | Rooted Recovery Stories w/ Patrick Custer Ep. 116
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with professional dancer, comedian, entertainer and TikTok sensation, Corey O'Brien...
Behind the Laughing Matter with Andi Marie Tillman | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 115
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The talented comedian, actress, and singer, Andi Marie Tillman shares her personal journey through addiction and sobriety. Kicking off the episode, we...
Recovering the Soul with Ester Nicholson | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 114
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Patrick Custer and Ester Nicholson in this thought-provoking episode as they explore the depths of addiction and trauma recovery, shedding light ...
From Darkness to Light: Chadd Bryant's Journey of Healing and Hope | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 113
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have seen Chadd Bryant selling luxury homes in Nashville or you may have seen him cracking jokes on reality TV with Savannah Chrisley and her ...
The Weight of Silence w/ CMT's Cody Alan | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast | Episode 112
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Hear’s the Thing” about CMT’s Cody Alan: He's one of country television’s most polished, endearing, and beloved personalities who’s m...
Sobriety Is A Gift ft GMA & ABC News Journalist Will Ganss | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep 111
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and inspiring episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, we sit down with three-time Emmy award-winning entertainment, lifestyle, and good n...
Brooke Eden Flips the Script | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. 110
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Country music has a rare force to be reckoned with and her name is Brooke Eden! Watch this episode to find out the full story and passion behind her l...
Episode 109 | Phil Cobucci
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Patrick sits down with entertainment business expert, pioneer for LGBTQ+ equality, equity, and inclusion, and Executive Director of Inclusio...
Nikki Leonti Tells Her Story & Sings Like An Angel | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast Ep. 108
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if you were placed on a platform and told from a young age that your value in this world and the eternal is based on performance: That a rigid, b...