TheWillpowerPodcast with Will Gordon
Episodes
Hazelden Betty Ford: Real Recovery When Alcohol Wrecks Your Liver (Joseph Skrajewski)
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of Podcasthon 2026 — thousands of podcasts dropping special episodes to spotlight nonprofits and raise funds for addiction reco...
“Burnout Felt Like Relapse Fog” – Jon Gustin (@thetireddad) on Sobriety, Dad Life & New Book
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hey family, it's Will Gordon on The Willpower Podcast.Two years ago yellow-eyed in a hospital bed, kidneys/liver gone from blackouts—docs said two w...
Rare Liver Disease: Then Transplant, Sepsis & Rejection Nearly Broke Me – Daniel Eadle
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I know transplant hell—yellow eyes, sepsis scares, rejection fears, the mental limbo after waking up with someone else's organ keeping you alive. Tw...
Rewire Addicted Brain: Kill Cravings & Heal Fog | Dr. Tiff Thompson
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Three years sober after a liver transplant that almost killed me... but the brain fog, guilt, and that constant pull back to chaos? Still real as hell...
Eyes Shutting Was the Best Part of My Day – Dan’s Brutal Path to Liver Transplant & Sobriety
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Sheridan (@mrsheridanshusband on TikTok, @danman147 on IG) shares the unfiltered story of drinking 18+ tins of Stella + 10 pints daily until liver...
Marine Vet's End-Stage Liver Disease: From 317 lbs to Transplant Fight (MELD 29)
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Mondragon — Marine veteran, dad, husband, oilfield worker — was diagnosed with end-stage liver disease in June 2025. Dropped from 317 to 19...
Amber Hollingsworth: No Tough Love – Early Intervention for Families
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Amber Hollingsworth (@puttheshoveldown), a master addiction counselor with 700k+ on YouTube, joins me to show families how to intervene early with com...
Blackout Knife Night & Suicide Attempt: Ryan Barrett's Dark Redemption (2+ Years Sober)
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Barrett (@ryanbarrett90) should be dead multiple times over: molested at 8, buried the shame in death metal, rebellion, blackouts, hard drugs, a ...
3-Week Coma & Yellow Eyes: 'I Was Done – No Fight Left' | Mike Faria (@jerzeymike)
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Faria (@jerzeymike) shares his raw journey – from guilt over his cousin's drunk driving death, 5 years of daily drinking, to a 3-week coma in 2...
9 Years Sober After Induced Coma: 'I Was Angry They Saved Me' | Richard Ratcliffe
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Ratcliffe (@the.recovery.club - 100k+ followers) joins the Willpower Podcast for a raw, heartfelt talk on his 9-year sober journey. From child...
Near Fatal OD & Alcohol Withdrawal Saved His Life – 9 Months Sober Musician Shares All
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chester Alarie, a 34-year-old musician from Montreal, opens up about his 17-year battle with drugs and alcohol that led to depression, multiple rock b...
Rick Duff: 6 Months Sober, Quitting Alcohol, Addiction Recovery & Forever Reckless Album Story
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's up everyone, Will Gordon here from The Willpower Podcast. This one's a banger – sat down with Quebec country rocker Rick Duff @Duff.yeehaw, w...
Therapist Spent 30 Years Fixing Addicts… Then Became One Herself
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sarah Michaud spent 30 years as a clinical psychologist helping addicts and codependents climb out of hell… only to wake up one day and realize ...
Doctors Gave Her WEEKS to Live from Alcohol… She Reversed End-Stage Liver Failure (No Transplant)
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Philippa and I were both handed death sentences from alcohol. I needed a liver transplant and barely survived. Philippa was told the exact same thing…...
He Got the Call: Liver Transplant Approved — Aaron Is Terrified (Raw Episode)LIVE!
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aaron Starbuck just got the green light. His liver transplant is officially approved and could happen any day… maybe even tonight.His first reaction...
Coming Up for Air After a Lifetime Underwater | Mitch Webb
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🤝From a second-story fall that started a decade of panic attacks, to blackouts I’m still ashamed of, to not believing I’d see 30 — Mitch Webb...
Losing My Son, My Marriage, and Almost My Life to Alcohol… Then Her Ex Died of Fentanyl | Ashley Jo
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After two suicide attempts, losing her baby son to a terminal illness, a marriage that ended in scandal, and then — 4+ years sober — getting the c...
He Quit Drinking and Found This Instead
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
He hit rock bottom after a DUI. Now, Chaplain Sy Ali is 5 years sober, and helping others transform their lives. From elite protection agent to homele...
How Ian Rebuilt His Life After Alcohol Ruined Everything
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really rebuild your entire life after 30 years lost to alcohol? In this raw and powerful episode of the Will Power Podcast, Ian Fee shares his...
Drinking Wasn’t the Problem. Escaping Was.
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Chad Dunn shares how he went from chasing adrenaline as a BMX rider to six DUIs, crack addiction, and a 30-m...
Trauma, Relapse, Redemption: How Candice Found Her Way Back
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the party ends—and the pain begins? Candice Combs' sobriety journey started in a chaotic childhood filled with addiction, trauma,...
The Pain of Addiction, The Power of Recovery
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply raw episode of The Willpower Podcast, host Will Gordon sits down with Jimmy Thistle — a recovery advocate, ex-alcoholic, and peer men...
This Conversation Will Make You Rethink Drinking Forever | Mel Burbank on Willpower Podcast
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Willpower Podcast. This one right here? It’s personal, it’s raw, and it might just change the way ...
Living With Cirrhosis: How Sobriety Gave Me a Second Chance
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Willpower Podcast, Kevin Decapitron shares his raw, unfiltered story of growing up around alcohol, working as a bartender in Lo...
Alcohol Was in Control… Until I Took My Life Back (Nisha’s Sobriety Story)
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nisha Patel got sober at 24. Today, with 17 years of sobriety, she’s a therapist and sobriety coach helping others live alcohol-free lives filled wi...
Alcohol Nearly Left My Daughter Fatherless — How Joel Changed Everything
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joel’s story is one of the most powerful episodes yet on the Willpower Podcast. Diagnosed with cirrhosis at just 45 years old, Joel was forced to fa...
Ignored by the System — How William Found His Own Recovery
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Olympic bobsledding looks thrilling from the outside — 95 mph speeds, tight turns, and world-class competition. But behind the medals lies a hidden ...
Doctors Gave Up on Him — How Jacob Beat Liver Failure Without Transplant
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob Schulze (@feel.sober.good) opens up about pandemic drinking, hiding alcohol, “show drinks,” liver cirrhosis symptoms, a MELD score near tran...
What Happens When the Game Ends – Travis Reed’s Journey
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From MVP seasons overseas to sleeping on his mom’s couch — former pro basketball player Travis Reed has lived the highs and the crushing lows of l...
Why I’ll Never Drink Again – Pro Boxer’s True Story
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a pro boxer, chess player, and physicist walks away from alcohol for good? In this raw and powerful conversation, Ed Latimore (@EdLa...
I Used to Sell Alcohol — Now I Help People Quit Drinking (Luke Ryan’s Story)
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you rebuild your life after alcohol has taken everything? In this powerful episode of The Willpower Podcast, certified Jay Shetty life coach Lu...
Shame, Trauma and Recovery (Danielle’s Raw Recovery Story)
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From postpartum depression to addiction and alcoholism, Danielle’s recovery journey proves that even the darkest paths can lead to purpose. Danie...
My Skin Turned Yellow And That’s When I Knew (Liver Failure & Hope)
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Liver cirrhosis and stage 3 liver failure nearly took Aaron’s life. This powerful alcohol recovery story follows his liver transplant journey, revea...
An Honest Talk About Women, Alcohol & Shame (And How to Get Through It)
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From DUI and fake pee to a thriving sobriety coaching practice, Kate Vitela’s recovery story is as raw and real as it gets. In this emotional episod...
How to Build Confidence Without a Drop of Alcohol
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you build real confidence without alcohol? 💪 In this episode, sober coach Bo Green shares powerful routines, mindset shifts, and relapse rec...
From Prison to Purpose: How Sobriety Saved Samantha Lander’s Life
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Addiction took Samantha from meth to motherhood, DJ booths to jail cells—and back again. This is her raw, unfiltered story of redemption. 🎙 In...
From Blackouts to Breakthroughs: Mario’s Sobriety Story at 24
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alcohol addiction nearly took everything from Mario—including his life. At 24, he hit rock bottom. This is how early sobriety saved him. 🍻 In ...
How To Get Sober And STAY That Way (Michael shares the raw truth about hitting rock bottom)
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. I tried inpatient rehab, outpatient programs, and every drug imaginable—but the loop of addiction almost killed ...
Day I Thought My Kids Were Better Off Without Me (How to Start Over After Alcoholism)
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alcoholics Anonymous changed her life—but it wasn’t the only thing that saved her. From suicidal thoughts to ultra marathons, Megan’s addiction ...
I Was HOMELESS, Addicted, and Nearly DEAD (the Gordon Ramsay of addiction)
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can recovery happen after homelessness, addiction, and losing it all? In this powerful episode, Dr. Robb Kelly—known as the “Gordon Ramsay of addi...
Addiction Recovery Live: Inspiring Stories and Expert Insights from Boston
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s good, everyone? It’s Will Gordon here, and I’m stoked to drop this live episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, recorded at The Greater Boston Ad...
Michael Conklin’s 17-Year Sobriety Journey & Recovery Secrets
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me on TheWillpowerPodcast as I sit down with Michael Conklin, a powerhouse in addiction recovery with an incredible 17-year sobriety journey. Fro...
The Gordon Ramsay of Addiction | Dr. Robb Kelly on Recovery & The Science of Transformation
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From performing at Abbey Road Studios to earning a PhD from Oxford to sleeping in Manchester's trash bins - Dr. Robb Kelly's journey is a masterclass ...
Tony Robbins Meets Lil Dicky: Steven Celi’s High-Energy Path to Freedom
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ TheWillpowerPodcast - Ep. #30 Watch how Steven Celi @BeTheEnergySteve combines high-energy coaching with hip-hop culture to help people break ...
Nurse Practitioner’s Sobriety Story: Healing Others While Healing Myself
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As someone who received a second chance through a liver and kidney transplant, I love sharing stories that show recovery is possible. Today, I sit dow...
17 Years Sober: Ex-MLB Pitcher Brandon Puffer on Faith, Baseball & Recovery
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, former MLB pitcher Brandon Puffer shares his incredible journey from the heights of Major League Base...
Dry January Struggles? Award-Winning Author Shares 40 Years of Recovery Wisdom
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling the Dry January pressure? You're not alone. In this timely episode, award-winning addiction expert Faust Ruggiero shares 40 years of treatment...
I Ditched PEOPLE-PLEASING and Found FREEDOM in Sobriety
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's introspective conversation with Robbie Pike explores addiction, authenticity, and finding real purpose in recovery. From using running and...
What Happened When This Veteran Started RUNNING for Redemption?
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, I sit down with Shawn Livingston (@iam.shawnlivingston), a combat veteran whose journey from addictio...
REAL Holiday Sobriety Guide: Recovery Expert Corey Warren on Family, Rock Bottom & Finding Peace
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Perfect timing for the holidays: Recovery expert Corey Warren https://www.youtube.com/@icoreywarren shares raw truth about maintaining sobriety during...
Homeless at 16, Fitness & Sobriety Coach at 38: From Rock Bottom to Morning Warrior | Lee’s Story
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From drinking on the streets at 14 to becoming a transformation coach who wakes up at 5am - Lee's story shows that rock bottom can become the foundati...
MLB to Hollywood Producer: The Dark Truth About Success | Eric Fischer Story
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MLB PLAYER TO HOLLYWOOD: 8 Years in Baseball, Blue Mountain State Producer | Eric Fischer's Story ⚡ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: A raw conversation with an...
🚨 FACING FEAR SOBER: From Hiding Bottles to Finding Purpose | Steve’s Recovery Story
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
⚡ POWERFUL JOURNEY: Watch how one man went from hiding bottles in his truck to finding authentic joy and purpose. A BRUTALLY honest conversation abo...
Bottle of Vodka a Day Destroyed My Body—Here’s why I Quit Alcohol.
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What Cirrhosis and Kidney Failure Taught Me Qutting Drinking. At his lowest point, Will was consuming 750ml of vodka daily, which led to liver failu...
Podcast Host Julie Miller: Building a Life Beyond Alcohol
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, everyone! Today I sat down with Julie Miller, RCP (Recovery Coach Professional) and co-host of Through the Glass Recovery, for an authen...
Breaking the Silence: Meghan McLean from @Soberstrong on Trauma, Recovery & Finding Purpose
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this unforgettable conversation, we're joined by Meghan McLean from SoberStrong; a remarkable individual who shares her transformative journey from...
The Most REAL Conversation About Healing You’ll Ever Hear | Lauren Friedman
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's up everyone, Will here. In this incredibly special episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, I sit down with the amazingly brilliant Lauren Friedman (@th...
🔥 25 YEARS ADDICTED, 9 PRISONS: The INCREDIBLE Transformation of Peter Townsend
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this POWERFUL episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, I sit down with Peter Townsend, a recovery coach from Ireland whose story will shake you to your core...
Lost & Found: From Teen Drinking to 24 Years Clean | My Conversation with Jess Lopez
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Will here. Today's episode is terrific. I sat down with Jess Lopez, who's got 24 years sober and now helps others find their way to reco...
”More Expression, Less Suppression” : The ’Candid Life Coach’ Tells All
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️In today's unconventional episode, I sit down with Haley, a brutally honest life coach who transformed her sex addiction into a mission of help...
High Functioning Until I Wasn’t: A Young Professional’s Wake-Up Call
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To the woman who has it all together at work but falls apart with that first drink - this episode is your permission slip to imagine a different way. ...
🎙️ Breaking Generational Trauma: Healing, Recovery, and Creating a New Legacy with Mano O'Kane
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a profound conversation with Romano "Mano" O'Kane as he shares his journey of breaking free from the cycle of generational trauma and addi...
Two Regular Guys Expose the Alcohol Lie | Honest Truth About Getting Sober
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to TheWillpowerPodcast, and today I'm sitting down with my new friend John (@jbuckofficial) for the kind of raw conversation I wish I'd heard ...
Having Faith in your Recovery: Motherhood, Sobriety, and Finding Purpose
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Welcome to The Willpower Podcast, where we dive deep into real stories of transformation and hope. In this powerful episode, I sit down with ...
A Quick Health Update & Thank You - The Reality of Recovery
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, In this brief episode, I'm sharing an honest update about my recent Emergency Room stay, what led to it, and expressing my heartfelt g...
Why Sobriety Fails: A Psychologist’s Guide to Breaking the Cycle | Dr. Brian Licuanan
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm incredibly excited to bring you this powerful conversation with Dr. Brian Licuanan, a leading expert in addiction and recovery. 🎬 EPISODE BR...
Two Regular Guys Expose The Alcohol Lie
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to TheWillpowerPodcast, and today I'm sitting down with my new friend John (@jbuckofficial) for the kind of raw conversation I wish I'd heard ...
TheWillpowerPodcast: Surviving a Wedding Sober
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my recent experience attending a wedding completely sober. From the moment I arrived to the last dance, I'll take you through...
From Meth to Miracles: A Father’s Inspiring Story of Recovery
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
*Note: First 20 minutes were affected by technical issues, but the story that follows is worth every second.* In this powerful conversation, James (@...
TheWillpowerPodcast: The Power of Now - Why Living in the Moment is Crucial for Sobriety
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey, Will here. Just checkin in on ya. In this episode, I'm getting real about something that's been on my mind lately - the importance of living in ...
A Heartfelt Thank You & Important Message on Alcohol Use Disorder
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this quick candid check-in video, I open up about the overwhelming support I've received from listeners and fellow podcasters. Your encouraging que...
Episode 4 : Now what?
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎬 Series Finale: The Willpower Podcast Journey Continues 🌟 We've reached the end of our first series, and I'm overwhelmed with gratitude. To al...
Episode 3 : Rebirth
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we delve deep into the transformative journey of life after a liver transplant and the profound impact of sobriety. Join us...
Episode 2 : Transplanted
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"TheWillpowerPodcast" Episode 2: Transplanted Witness the raw, unfiltered story of survival as we delve into: The agonizing wait for a donor match T...