Lights of Recovery

Powerful true stories of self-growth that inspire others to do the same.

Lights of Recovery showcases powerful true stories of personal transformation and self-growth, inspiring all listeners to embark on their own journeys of change. This compelling series illuminates the profound narratives of individuals grappling with addiction alongside the experiences of their families, providing a beacon of hope and guidance.

Each episode not only shares these heartfelt stories of recovery but also illuminates a path forward for others struggling with similar issues, encouraging empathy and understanding. Join Jessica as she explores these inspiring tales, lighting a way for recovery and positive change and inspiring listeners to believe in the possibility of a brighter, healthier future.

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Episode 5 – From “Monster” to Spartan: Dylan’s Story

  • Posted: 04/11/2024
  • Length: 1:02:11

Dylan and Jessica chat about what it takes to get sober, the spiritual aspect of recovery, and the mental fortitude that goes into being a Spartan Race finisher (!!!) as well as a person in recovery. This was a fun chat—I mean, they all are, but this one was a lot of fun.

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Episode 4 – Definitely, Totally NOT an Addict: Maricay’s Story

  • Posted: 03/18/2024
  • Length: 1:30:28

Addiction is something that happens to other people, but not to us! Right? Maricay and Jessica talk about substance abuse, death, grief, witchcraft, childhood, authenticity… and we might’ve even cried a little. Join them for this weird and wonderful episode, in which we made poor Kyle (our video editor) have to bleep out a lot of f-bombs.

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Episode 3 – Lindsay Villandry’s Story: From Addicted to Addiction Counselor

  • Posted: 03/08/2024
  • Length: 53:29

Lindsay Villandry and Jessica talk about what it takes to go from being “lost in the sauce” to someone who can support her recovery community one person at a time. But how does someone go from one extreme to the other? What a great question, invisible audience person! You should hang out with us for Episode 3 and find out!

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Episode 2 – Jessica’s Story – Pouring Out The Past

  • Posted: 12/13/2023
  • Length: 55:04

In this episode, Jessica sits down with Jessica Foutz, her long-term friend (and incredible human being), to get into the details of her recovery story. They chat about self-medicating, trauma, cycle-breaking, and how the social acceptance of drinking might be leading a lot of us to fall into a spiral of anxiety, self-loathing, and fear.

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Episode 1 – Ashley’s Story: Second Chances & Nine Lives

  • Posted: 11/22/2023
  • Length: 37:26

Welcome to "Lights of Recovery." In our first episode, host Jessica Miller talks with Ashley Mullins Sayre about her journey from early addiction to recovery after years of substance abuse and incarceration. Join us for this inspiring story of transformation and hope.