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Unfiltered: Dare to Level Up

Unfiltered: Dare to Level Up

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 Welcome to Unfiltered: Dare to Level Up with Lynn Zielasko. We have real conversations about addiction, recovery, trauma, mindset, relationships, business, and leadership, and what it truly takes to become your strongest self. We have real conversations about addiction, recovery, trauma, mindset, relationships, business, and leadership, and what it truly takes to become your strongest self. It's more than a podcast. It's a movement for healing, growth, and purpose. We're bridging the gap, bringing together people in recovery, entrepreneurs, business leaders, advocates, and change-makers who believe awareness creates impact, challenging you to rise above limitations, think bigger, lead stronger, and level up, one decision at a time. No filters, no fluff, just real conversations that create real change.

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Episodes
  • Unfiltered — Episode 16:From the Trenches to True Growth: Addiction, Isolation, and the Power of Real Connection

    Unfiltered — Episode 16:From the Trenches to True Growth: Addiction, Isolation, and the Power of Real Connection
    Nov 12 2026
    In this deeply personal and raw episode of Unfiltered, Lynn Zielasko sits down with a very special recurring guest—her husband, Caleb—to peel back the layers on what it truly looks like to hit rock bottom and fight your way back to stability. Caleb shares the gripping, chaotic reality of his active addiction, taking us from the isolated, unfinished cabin in Index, Washington—where he woke up to find everything he owned repossessed with a pregnant girlfriend to provide for—to a toxic, fentanyl-fueled living situation in Skykomish. When the house of cards inevitably collapsed, Caleb found himself facing a four-month stint in jail. But this isn't just a story about the darkness of addiction. It’s a story about the unexpected lifelines that change our trajectory. Lynn and Caleb discuss:
    • The "Transactional" Nature of Addiction: How active use strips away genuine human connection, replacing friendships with mere business transactions.
    • The Turning Point: How a four-month jail stay—extended by loved ones who knew it was the only way to save his life—became the ultimate epiphany.
    • True Friends vs. Companions in Misery: Finding brotherhood in the trenches of rehab, including a fellow resident who went from a jail acquaintance to a groomsman in Caleb and Lynn's wedding.
    • The Beauty of Stability: Why embracing routine, structure, and the "9-to-5" grind is a vital, grounding superpower in long-term recovery.
    Now celebrating major milestones in their sobriety—with Lynn at three and a half years and Caleb approaching his two-year mark—they reflect on what it means to build a steady, purposeful life together. No filters, no fluff. Just real growth, one decision at a time.
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    27 mins
  • Unfiltered — Episode 15:Behind the Scenes: Waking Up, Tools for Growth, and Running Clean Houses with Caleb Blankenbaker

    Unfiltered — Episode 15:Behind the Scenes: Waking Up, Tools for Growth, and Running Clean Houses with Caleb Blankenbaker
    Nov 5 2026
    What is it actually like to live and build a life with a fearless entrepreneur? In this episode of Unfiltered, host Lynn Zielasko sits down with her husband, Caleb Blankenbaker, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at their daily routine, their partnership, and the high-stakes world of managing recovery housing. Caleb reveals what it’s really like to wake up to Lynn's 12-seconds-awake, three-alarm fire energy, blaring motivational speeches, and early morning rapid-fire questions. Beyond the morning chaos, Lynn and Caleb pull back the curtain on the critical daily operations of their recovery houses. Caleb shares what it takes to manage multiple properties across Arlington and Everett, walking listeners through his exact inspection process—from checking driveways and enforcing simple chores to conducting "top drawer searches" for contraband, handling relapses, and the hilariously unexpected things he has encountered along the way. Tune in for a raw, unfiltered conversation about relationships, the toolbags required for growth, and what it truly takes to help others change their lives. What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
    • The Reality of Living with Lynn: Caleb’s survival guide, why you always need a toolbag, and surviving morning alarms featuring Tony Robbins and Mel Robbins.
    • A Day in the Life: Moving from the morning rush to checking in on Kennedy's Place recovery houses.
    • Inside the Inspection Process: How Caleb enforces accountability, monitors for relapses, and maintains safety for men in recovery.
    • Unfiltered Stories: The unexpected, wild, and funny discoveries Caleb has made during routine room searches (and why he never leaves the house without gloves).
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    28 mins
  • Lynn Zielasko Unfiltered — Episode 14:The "Trophy Wife" & The Handyman: Inside Our Unfiltered Marriage

    Lynn Zielasko Unfiltered — Episode 14:The "Trophy Wife" & The Handyman: Inside Our Unfiltered Marriage
    Oct 29 2026
    Welcome back to Unfiltered: Dare to Level Up with Lynn Zielasko. In this episode, Lynn is joined by a very special guest—her husband, Caleb—for a raw, lighthearted, and brutally honest look inside their relationship, their shared mission, and how they navigate the noise that comes with living out loud. From joking about their quick romance and Caleb’s infamous “rubber gasket” offering to confronting the neighborhood gossip mill head-on, Lynn and Caleb hold nothing back. The couple dives deep into the realities of their marriage, tackling the rumors, assumptions, and projections that often follow successful relationships. Lynn addresses the chatter about their lifestyles and age difference, while Caleb opens up about his journey from a place of ego and selfishness to finding true fulfillment in being a resourceful, giving partner. Together, they demonstrate what it looks like to be two sober, clear-minded individuals working on their own paths while building a powerful life together. Beyond the personal stories, this episode is a testament to what happens when two people align their lives for a greater purpose. Lynn and Caleb share a sneak peek into their massive vision for the future—including a major update on receiving a new grant for three more recovery houses. This isn’t just a conversation about marriage; it’s about tuning out the haters, turning your critics into your "raving fans," and leveling up your life and business one real decision at a time.

    For more information, visit:

    https://kennedysplace.org/

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    24 mins
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