In this episode, join Mike and Lillie as they unpack the vital role of purpose in sustaining recovery. Drawing from Mike’s relapses, multiple treatment stints, and eventual sobriety breakthrough, this episode reveals how discovering a “higher purpose” transformed his journey from despair to drive. Lillie shares the family perspective on witnessing relapses and rebuilding through mutual support.

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In their kickoff video podcast of 2026, Mike and Lillie take an honest look at “12-step meeting fatigue” – that worn-out feeling people can get when recovery seems to revolve around nothing but meetings. Drawing on Mike's own experience and years of working with addicts, families, and veterans, Mike talks about how to tell the difference between healthy commitment and burnout, why meetings matter but are not the entire solution, and how to re-engage with recovery in a way that feels more balanced and sustainable. This episode is for anyone who wonders if they’re overdoing it, underdoing it, or simply tired—and is ready to find a saner, more durable path in long-term recovery.

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In this episode, I speak with William Person who is a former nine-year Team USA Bobsled athlete whose career left him battling the devastating effects of CTE. At his lowest point, he could barely get up off the floor, lost in confusion, depression, intense headaches, and a deteriorating brain. Hope came when he discovered Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, which restored clarity in his thinking, color to his vision, and purpose to his life. Today, William is on a mission to raise awareness of brain damage in sports, the military, and other lifetime collisions, and share the importance of protecting and healing the brain. He's on a mission to open a non-profit CTE Recovery Center to help athletes, veterans, and civilians heal from grain injuries--at no cost to them.

American Post Collision Center-LLC

CTE Wellness Center

@onemanwithachamber

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In this episode Mike Van Meter discusses the topic "Name It to Tame It". The discussion centers around emotional labeling-a neuroscience-backed tool to calm overwhelming feelings. Drawing from his experience, Mike shares stories, strategies, steps for sobriety and resilience. This episode is ideal for addicts, their families, and everyone who is seeking clarity.

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In this episode, we sit down with Laura Lindsey from Heroes on the Water to explore how time on the water is helping veterans, first responders, and their families heal from stress and trauma through kayak fishing and the outdoors. Laura shares how Heroes on the Water builds community, lowers barriers to getting help, and creates a calm, judgment-free space where participants can reconnect with themselves and each other. Mike and Laura talk about the impact they see in real lives, the power of peer support, and how listeners can get involved, volunteer, or refer someone who could benefit from these free programs.

heroesonthewater.org

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From Navy SEAL to jail to the French Foreign Legion and to recovery-Taylor Cavanaugh's story is one of ultimate resilience. Join Mike Van Meter and Taylor as they share their truths on this episode of Recovery is Possible.

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YouTube: TCAV TV

Instagram: tcavofficial

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In this compelling episode, host Mike Van Meter sits down with Tony Crescenzo, President and CEO of Intelligent Waves and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, to explore the powerful intersection of recovery, resilience, and leadership. Tony shares his personal journey navigating the complex emotional landscape many veterans face after service, including his own experiences with PTSD and the struggle to reclaim purpose and identity in civilian life.

As a leader who champions innovation in veteran care, Tony discusses the significant mental health challenges confronting veterans and first responders, emphasizing the urgent need for transformative, mission-driven recovery solutions. Through his work at Intelligent Waves and Peak Neuro, an AI-powered neuroscience company dedicated to human performance and recovery, Tomy sheds light on cutting-edge advancement that support brain health, cognitive performance, and sustained recovery.

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Tony.Crescenzo@intelligentwaves.com

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