Peji's Recovery Corner
Peji's Recovery Corner
Pej Alaghamandan
Addicts/ Alcoholics, never give up. There is hope and there is recovery! My name is Pej and I am 14 years sober. This podcast is about inspiring you and your recovery. My guests on this podcast share their stories of what got them started using drugs and alcohol and ultimately how they turned their lives around!
S1E59 -From Ashy To Classy Victory Over Addiction w/ Raven
Born in 1991 and raised in Los Angeles, Raven Diggs is passionate about recovery and supporting others who struggle with wellness. As the daughter of an entertainer and recovering alcoholic, Raven was exposed to substance abuse at an early age, later becoming a product of her environment. Since finding sobriety and wellness at age 24, Raven has focused on service to others in recovery and as a compassionate companion to high-profile individuals, many in entertainment, who struggle with addiction, mental health, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.
Sep 30, 2024
48 min
S1E58 -Coping With Grief: Navigating The Loss Of A Child. | Darryl's Story
Darryl Rodgers is a family recovery coach, interventionist, speaker, and author. Through interventions and his one-of-a-kind online coaching program for parents, Darryl helps the families of loved ones battling drug or alcohol addiction recover and heal together. Darryl began his work in the field of drug prevention and family recovery when his oldest of two boys, Chase, died in a marijuana-impaired wreck in 2014 after battling addiction for a year and a half.
Sep 29, 2024
56 min
S1E57 -Foxhole Prayers: Countless Attempts At Sobriety And How He Finally Got There!
Jeffrey is a member of the reality group called "You're doing it wrong and confusing everyone." Has actively worked the steps with many men whom have undergone a profound transformation simply because Jeff can read a book and explain it very well. Currently is working step 9 which is a lifetime process that will never be completed entirely but will do so whenever the opportunity presents itself. After countless vain attempts through getting sober and relapsing Jeff is going above and beyond to stay sober and help others. Tune in to listen to his story and also how he breaks down his philosophy on gaining solid recovery in a simplistic fashion.
Sep 29, 2024
55 min
S1E56 -Overcoming Addiction: Jordan E. Addiction Revealed
Jordan, originally from New Jersey, struggled with opiate addiction until he eventually moved to California for a fresh start in 2014. Despite the challenges, his battle with addiction continued on the West Coast as he hopped from treatment center to sober livings. However, in 2018, Jordan finally achieved sobriety and has since built a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Sep 29, 2024
46 min
S1E55 -Native American BeeJay:  Overcoming Meth Addiction & Learning To F.L.Y.
BeeJay is an enrolled tribal member of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Oklahoma. He actively works the 12 steps of AA with his sponsor. Currently he is on his 9th step. He attends meetings and is committed to being of service to his community whenever possible. He leads by example and is always willing to lend an open ear or helping hand.
Sep 29, 2024
41 min
S1E54 -Addiction Stories: A Different World Overcoming Addiction/Alcoholism With Ajai Sanders
Ajai Sanders is a sober women with 25 years of solid recovery. She wears her recovery like a loose garment and truly demonstrates how a dignified woman of recovery should conduct herself. She helps countless people in the recovery community both on a personal level and community level. She is also a triple threat. She's best known for her comedic talent where she's appeared in Iconic TV shows such as, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, A Different World, The Jamie Foxx Show, Hanging w/Mr Cooper, Martin, Are We There Yet, The Wayans Bros ,and Moesha. She created her own online podcast titled, Multiple Personalities. She can also be seen featured in the new online hit Series, Two Degrees. As a stand up Comedienne Ajai has toured globally with Chris Rock, Martin Lawrence, Jamie Foxx. & DL Hughley. She was featured on the original "Def Comedy Jam" hosted by Martin Lawrence, as well as Def Jam 25th anniversary special for Netflix and "Phat Tuesday" on Prime. Currently, Ajai travels the world, performing for Carnival Cruise Lines.
Sep 29, 2024
52 min
S1E53 -Harm Reduction & Alternative Recovery w McCauley Sexton #sobrietylife  #sobercurious #sober
McCauley Sexton is a consultant, harm reductionist, writer, alternative treatment industry professional, and cohost of the Recovery Reform Podcast with Dr.Taylor Nichols. McCauley offers unconditional support to people who use drugs, while respecting each individual’s autonomy.
Sep 29, 2024
1 hr 49 min
S1E52 -Deception and Betrayal: Ashley White's Harrowing Journey from Exploitation to Survival
Lured and Abandoned by Melissa Ann Delise-Ruby from ITFEIA and Midnight Path Society. *** Join us as we uncover the shocking story of Ashley White, who, along with her significant other, was lured by the fake advocate Melissa Ann Delise-Ruby from ITFEIA and Midnight Path Society. Promised support after being drawn out of a questionable treatment center, they soon found themselves exploited for a national television program. Discover how they were separated, with only one receiving assistance while the other was abandoned in a hotel, facing the imminent threat of relapse and harm. Tune in to hear Ashley’s powerful account of resilience amidst betrayal.
Sep 2, 2024
37 min
S1E51 -TJ Woodward: "Addiction Revealed" By Recovery Expert
TJ Woodward is a revolutionary recovery expert, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and addiction treatment specialist who has helped countless people through his simple, yet powerful teachings. He is also the creator of The Conscious Recovery Method, which is a groundbreaking and effective approach to viewing and treating addiction. TJ is a featured thought-leader on wholehearted.org along with Brené Brown, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Mark Lundholm, as well as a featured thought leader in the upcoming docuseries, Addiction Revealed, that will be released by the end of 2024. He was given the honor of being ordained as an Agape minister by Dr. Michael Beckwith, and was also the founding minister of Agape Bay Area in Oakland, which was the first satellite community of The Agape International Spiritual Center in LA. TJ is the author of the bestselling books, Conscious Being: Awakening to your True Nature, Conscious Recovery: A Fresh Perspective on Addiction, and Conscious Creation: 5 Steps to Embracing the Life of Your Dreams, as well as the co-author of their accompanying workbooks. www.tjwoodward.com
Aug 30, 2024
44 min
S1E50 -It’s Time For Ethics In Addiction Treatment/ Real Talk
Real Talk: Unmasking the Hypocrisy of a Self-Proclaimed Ethical Community – A Deep Dive into the Treatment Industry's Rumors vs. Facts. Pej will share his experience as a public figure, exploring how his past experience in these groups can negatively impact careers and transform good intentions into detrimental outcomes.
Aug 11, 2024
1 hr 8 min
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