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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Recovery Road</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/recovery-road--5409236</link><description><![CDATA[Best-selling author and CASAC Merrit Hartblay is bringing together the wellness and self-care communities to discuss issues of the day in the world of substance recovery.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5409236/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Self-Improvement</category><copyright>Copyright Merrit Hartblay</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg</url><title>Recovery Road</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/recovery-road--5409236</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:18:55 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:name><itunes:email>mhartbl1@binghamton.edu</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Best-selling author and CASAC Merrit Hartblay is bringing together the wellness and self-care communities to discuss issues of the day in the world of substance recovery.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Best-selling author and CASAC Merrit Hartblay is bringing together the wellness and self-care communities to discuss issues of the day in the world of substance recovery.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Episode 192 - The Gratitude Shift</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-192-the-gratitude-shift--70266806</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is discussing how practicing gratitude causes a positive shift not only mentally, but physically!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70266806</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:18:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70266806/rr_episode_192_the_gratitude_shift.mp3" length="16139520" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is discussing how practicing gratitude causes a positive shift not only mentally, but physically!

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is discussing how practicing gratitude causes a positive shift not only mentally, but physically!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>673</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,gratitude,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 191 - The Cannabis Question</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-191-the-cannabis-question--70098042</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is discussing the dangers of all things cannabis.  Although many use it for health reasons, this episode digs deep into recreational use as many states are questioning whether to legalize it.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70098042</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:54:04 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70098042/rr_episode_191_the_cannabis_question.mp3" length="23319360" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is discussing the dangers of all things cannabis.  Although many use it for health reasons, this episode digs deep into recreational use as many states are questioning whether to legalize it.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is discussing the dangers of all things cannabis.  Although many use it for health reasons, this episode digs deep into recreational use as many states are questioning whether to legalize it.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>972</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,cannabis,legalizedmarijuana,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 190 - Double Whammy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-190-double-whammy--69763510</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is flying solo to discuss the importance of treating both addiction and mental health at the same time.  Focusing on the addiction and not it's underlying issues that led to addiction makes the fight harder.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69763510</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:31:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69763510/rr_episode_190_double_whammy.mp3" length="28029888" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is flying solo to discuss the importance of treating both addiction and mental health at the same time.  Focusing on the addiction and not it's underlying issues that led to addiction makes the fight harder.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is flying solo to discuss the importance of treating both addiction and mental health at the same time.  Focusing on the addiction and not it's underlying issues that led to addiction makes the fight harder.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1168</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 189 - Uncover the Trauma</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-189-uncover-the-trauma--69545583</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Gabriella, who is a trauma counselor, as they chat about how trauma shows up in the body.  Learning to understand what the signals are can unlock your healing journey.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69545583</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:53:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69545583/rr_episode_189_uncover_the_trauma.mp3" length="42357312" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Gabriella, who is a trauma counselor, as they chat about how trauma shows up in the body.  Learning to understand what the signals are can unlock your healing journey.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence"...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Gabriella, who is a trauma counselor, as they chat about how trauma shows up in the body.  Learning to understand what the signals are can unlock your healing journey.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1765</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,trauma</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 188 - Addiction Affects the Whole Family</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-188-addiction-affects-the-whole-family--69354059</link><description><![CDATA[As Merrit kicks off 2026, he delves into how addiction affects the whole family.  Tune in as he discusses the importance of learning about your loved one's addiction as they start their journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69354059</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:20:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69354059/rr_episode_188_addiction_affects_the_whole_family.mp3" length="33193152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>As Merrit kicks off 2026, he delves into how addiction affects the whole family.  Tune in as he discusses the importance of learning about your loved one's addiction as they start their journey to sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[As Merrit kicks off 2026, he delves into how addiction affects the whole family.  Tune in as he discusses the importance of learning about your loved one's addiction as they start their journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1384</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,mentalhealth,podcasts,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 187 - Rebuilding is a Process</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-187-rebuilding-is-a-process--69183362</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined Dawn McCormick who went from homeless and addicted to rebuilding her life.  Tune in as they talk about the process of rebuilding even if you experience setbacks.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69183362</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:45:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69183362/rr_episode_187_rebuilding_is_a_process.mp3" length="33179328" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined Dawn McCormick who went from homeless and addicted to rebuilding her life.  Tune in as they talk about the process of rebuilding even if you experience setbacks.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined Dawn McCormick who went from homeless and addicted to rebuilding her life.  Tune in as they talk about the process of rebuilding even if you experience setbacks.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1383</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,homelessness,journey,podcasts,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 186 - Moving On</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-186-moving-on--69007843</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Lisa as they chat about her journey into sobriety after addiction struck her during her childhood years.  Hear her story of moving on from the past to flourish in the future.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69007843</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:23:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69007843/rr_episode_186_moving_on.mp3" length="51100416" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Lisa as they chat about her journey into sobriety after addiction struck her during her childhood years.  Hear her story of moving on from the past to flourish in the future.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Lisa as they chat about her journey into sobriety after addiction struck her during her childhood years.  Hear her story of moving on from the past to flourish in the future.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2130</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 185 - Surviving the Holidays</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-185-surviving-the-holidays--68833323</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is flying solo and giving you guidance on how to survive the holiday season during your journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68833323</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:48:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68833323/rr_episode_185_surviving_the_holidays.mp3" length="28766016" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is flying solo and giving you guidance on how to survive the holiday season during your journey to sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is flying solo and giving you guidance on how to survive the holiday season during your journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1199</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,holidays,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse,thanksgiving</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 184 - Change the Plan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-184-change-the-plan--68447396</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo, who is returning to chat about his book <i>In Case of Emergency, Break Childhood. </i>Tune is as they discuss breaking the past to move forward in your recovery.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68447396</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:18:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68447396/rr_episode_184_change_the_plan.mp3" length="43585920" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo, who is returning to chat about his book In Case of Emergency, Break Childhood. Tune is as they discuss breaking the past to move forward in your recovery.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo, who is returning to chat about his book <i>In Case of Emergency, Break Childhood. </i>Tune is as they discuss breaking the past to move forward in your recovery.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1817</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 183 - The Run of a Lifetime</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-183-the-run-of-a-lifetime--68251531</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jeff Reynolds as they chat about how you can use your body to overcome obstacles.  Tune in as Jeff shares his story of cancer diagnosis to triathalon athlete, showing that focusing on a goal can positively affect your mental health during tough times.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68251531</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:54:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68251531/rr_episode_183_the_run_of_a_lifetime.mp3" length="52172928" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Jeff Reynolds as they chat about how you can use your body to overcome obstacles.  Tune in as Jeff shares his story of cancer diagnosis to triathalon athlete, showing that focusing on a goal can positively affect your...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jeff Reynolds as they chat about how you can use your body to overcome obstacles.  Tune in as Jeff shares his story of cancer diagnosis to triathalon athlete, showing that focusing on a goal can positively affect your mental health during tough times.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2174</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,fitness,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 182 - Year by Year</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-182-year-by-year--68131435</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit reflects on what sobriety has meant to him during different stages of his journey.  Tune in as he celebrates 17 years sober!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68131435</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:42:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68131435/rr_episode_182_year_by_year.mp3" length="33559488" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit reflects on what sobriety has meant to him during different stages of his journey.  Tune in as he celebrates 17 years sober!

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version, visit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit reflects on what sobriety has meant to him during different stages of his journey.  Tune in as he celebrates 17 years sober!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1399</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 181 - The Great Awakening</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-181-the-great-awakening--67969327</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Maura who, after the loss of her son and mom, found herself debilitated and alone.  Tune in as they chat about how she turned her loneliness into discovery and connection with herself and others.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67969327</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:12:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67969327/rr_episode_181_the_great_awakening.mp3" length="46930176" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Maura who, after the loss of her son and mom, found herself debilitated and alone.  Tune in as they chat about how she turned her loneliness into discovery and connection with herself and others.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Maura who, after the loss of her son and mom, found herself debilitated and alone.  Tune in as they chat about how she turned her loneliness into discovery and connection with herself and others.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1956</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,spirituality</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 180 - Break Out of the Cycle</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-180-break-out-of-the-cycle--67907955</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by friend and author of "Wild Ride to Sobriety" Ian Fee, as they discuss how he broke his cycle of addiction to alcohol to embrace sobriety through personal growth.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67907955</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 12:35:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67907955/rr_episode_180_break_out_of_the_cycle.mp3" length="47912832" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by friend and author of "Wild Ride to Sobriety" Ian Fee, as they discuss how he broke his cycle of addiction to alcohol to embrace sobriety through personal growth.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by friend and author of "Wild Ride to Sobriety" Ian Fee, as they discuss how he broke his cycle of addiction to alcohol to embrace sobriety through personal growth.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1997</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 179 - Time to Rally the Troops</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-179-time-to-rally-the-troops--67778435</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by one of his favorite fighters against Fentanyl, Ed Bisch, as they chat about who and how people are organizing to raise awareness regarding the Fentanyl murders that continue to plague our country.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67778435</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:02:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67778435/rr_episode_179_time_to_rally_the_troops.mp3" length="45361728" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by one of his favorite fighters against Fentanyl, Ed Bisch, as they chat about who and how people are organizing to raise awareness regarding the Fentanyl murders that continue to plague our country.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by one of his favorite fighters against Fentanyl, Ed Bisch, as they chat about who and how people are organizing to raise awareness regarding the Fentanyl murders that continue to plague our country.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1891</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,fentanyl,opioidcrisis,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 178 - External Facade</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-178-external-facade--67689661</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by his friend Pedro as they chat about letting your intuition guide you through your journey to sobriety instead of the external factors that create obstacles.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67689661</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:30:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67689661/rr_episode_178_external_facade.mp3" length="60777792" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined once again by his friend Pedro as they chat about letting your intuition guide you through your journey to sobriety instead of the external factors that create obstacles.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence"...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by his friend Pedro as they chat about letting your intuition guide you through your journey to sobriety instead of the external factors that create obstacles.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2533</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 177 - On the Run</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-177-on-the-run--67435534</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined byRichard Dowd as he tells is story of how he discovered what he was running from that sent him into the throws of addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67435534</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:38:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67435534/rr_episode_177_on_the_run.mp3" length="39264768" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined byRichard Dowd as he tells is story of how he discovered what he was running from that sent him into the throws of addiction.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined byRichard Dowd as he tells is story of how he discovered what he was running from that sent him into the throws of addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1637</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recoverypodcast,soberlife,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 176 - Going Within</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-176-going-within--67344690</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by his dear friend Jeff Charno as they chat about really going within your mind to seek your reality and how to stop making problems out of everything.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67344690</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67344690/rr_episode_176_going_within.mp3" length="50159808" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by his dear friend Jeff Charno as they chat about really going within your mind to seek your reality and how to stop making problems out of everything.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by his dear friend Jeff Charno as they chat about really going within your mind to seek your reality and how to stop making problems out of everything.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2090</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,mindfulness,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,spirituality</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 175 - Mentor in Life</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-175-mentor-in-life--67258770</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Pedro, who was one of Merrit's first mentors on his way to sobriety.  Tune in as they chat about the importance of other's guidance and care as you embark on this new path.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67258770</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:45:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67258770/rr_episode_175_mentor_in_life.mp3" length="38606976" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Pedro, who was one of Merrit's first mentors on his way to sobriety.  Tune in as they chat about the importance of other's guidance and care as you embark on this new path.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Pedro, who was one of Merrit's first mentors on his way to sobriety.  Tune in as they chat about the importance of other's guidance and care as you embark on this new path.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1609</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 174 - Clarity After Trauma</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-174-clarity-after-trauma--67187925</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Kayla, who went down the road of substance abuse due to trauma she endured at a young age.  Tune in as they chat about the clarity that you find within yourself when you step away from addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67187925</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:14:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67187925/rr_episode_174_clarity_after_trauma.mp3" length="33162624" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Kayla, who went down the road of substance abuse due to trauma she endured at a young age.  Tune in as they chat about the clarity that you find within yourself when you step away from addiction.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Kayla, who went down the road of substance abuse due to trauma she endured at a young age.  Tune in as they chat about the clarity that you find within yourself when you step away from addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version, visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1382</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 173 - From Pain to Progress</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-173-from-pain-to-progress--67098558</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Keith Pappas who began his drug addiction spiral after an injury.  Tune in as they chat about the dangers of prescription drugs and how to overcome addiction in order to save your life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67098558</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:35:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67098558/rr_episode_173_from_pain_to_progress.mp3" length="35119872" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Keith Pappas who began his drug addiction spiral after an injury.  Tune in as they chat about the dangers of prescription drugs and how to overcome addiction in order to save your life.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Keith Pappas who began his drug addiction spiral after an injury.  Tune in as they chat about the dangers of prescription drugs and how to overcome addiction in order to save your life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1464</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 172 - The Lessons You Learn</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-172-the-lessons-you-learn--66903374</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Adrienne Bender, a psychiatric nurse, who lost her daughter from cancer and son from addiction.  Tune in as they chat about the lessons you learn from those you've lost.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66903374</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:35:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66903374/rr_episode_172_the_lessons_you_learn.mp3" length="41946048" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Adrienne Bender, a psychiatric nurse, who lost her daughter from cancer and son from addiction.  Tune in as they chat about the lessons you learn from those you've lost.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence"...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Adrienne Bender, a psychiatric nurse, who lost her daughter from cancer and son from addiction.  Tune in as they chat about the lessons you learn from those you've lost.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1748</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 172 - Junkie to Judge (replay)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-172-junkie-to-judge-replay--66831937</link><description><![CDATA[This week, we are replaying one of our favorite episodes when Merrit was joined by an amazing woman!  Tune in as you hear Mary Beth's story on how she went from being an addict to becoming a Federal Judge.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66831937</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:20:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66831937/rr_episode_151_junkie_to_judge.mp3" length="46248192" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, we are replaying one of our favorite episodes when Merrit was joined by an amazing woman!  Tune in as you hear Mary Beth's story on how she went from being an addict to becoming a Federal Judge.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, we are replaying one of our favorite episodes when Merrit was joined by an amazing woman!  Tune in as you hear Mary Beth's story on how she went from being an addict to becoming a Federal Judge.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1927</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 171 - Find Your Gifts</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-171-find-your-gifts--66601009</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kevin White as he shares his story of recovery from sex addiction, the trauma behind it, and how to find your gifts that help you become the person you want to be in sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66601009</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:17:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66601009/rr_episode_171_find_your_gifts.mp3" length="47762496" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Kevin White as he shares his story of recovery from sex addiction, the trauma behind it, and how to find your gifts that help you become the person you want to be in sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kevin White as he shares his story of recovery from sex addiction, the trauma behind it, and how to find your gifts that help you become the person you want to be in sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1991</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,sexaddiction,soberlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 170 - Love Thyself</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-170-love-thyself--66381044</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit focuses on the crucial role that self-care plays in your sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66381044</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:09:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66381044/rr_episode_170_love_thyself.mp3" length="39919680" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit focuses on the crucial role that self-care plays in your sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit focuses on the crucial role that self-care plays in your sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1664</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,selfcare</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 169 - What Sobriety Looks Like</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-169-what-sobriety-looks-like--66299007</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Nichole Smith who is now 3 years into sobriety.  Tune in as they chat about what sobriety looks like for her and the importance of having a supportive family.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66299007</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 19:14:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66299007/rr_episode_169_what_sobriety_looks_like.mp3" length="38509632" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Nichole Smith who is now 3 years into sobriety.  Tune in as they chat about what sobriety looks like for her and the importance of having a supportive family.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Nichole Smith who is now 3 years into sobriety.  Tune in as they chat about what sobriety looks like for her and the importance of having a supportive family.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1605</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 168 - Everything Connects</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-168-everything-connects--66188534</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Health Advocate and Executive Director of the Long Island Council of Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Steve Chassman, as they chat about how all things are connected regarding society, health and mental health, and substance abuse.  Tune in to hear what you can do to break the chain.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66188534</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 17:53:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66188534/rr_episode_168_everything_connects.mp3" length="62314560" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Health Advocate and Executive Director of the Long Island Council of Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Steve Chassman, as they chat about how all things are connected regarding society, health and mental health, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Health Advocate and Executive Director of the Long Island Council of Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Steve Chassman, as they chat about how all things are connected regarding society, health and mental health, and substance abuse.  Tune in to hear what you can do to break the chain.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2597</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,stigma,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 167 - All in the Family</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-167-all-in-the-family--65973415</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by his niece, Emma, who like Merrit is about being of service.  Tune in as they chat about how she helps those who are in their end-of-life stage and their families during this hard time.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65973415</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 14:41:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65973415/rr_episode_167_all_in_the_family.mp3" length="38727936" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by his niece, Emma, who like Merrit is about being of service.  Tune in as they chat about how she helps those who are in their end-of-life stage and their families during this hard time.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by his niece, Emma, who like Merrit is about being of service.  Tune in as they chat about how she helps those who are in their end-of-life stage and their families during this hard time.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1614</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,seniorcommunity</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 166 - Green Leaf</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-166-green-leaf--65804357</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is discussing what he feels is detrimental about the current state of legal cannabis use and how it can create an obstacle on your journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65804357</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:34:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65804357/rr_episode_166_green_leaf.mp3" length="24917184" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is discussing what he feels is detrimental about the current state of legal cannabis use and how it can create an obstacle on your journey to sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is discussing what he feels is detrimental about the current state of legal cannabis use and how it can create an obstacle on your journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1039</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,cannabis,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 165 - The Power of Forgiveness</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-165-the-power-of-forgiveness--65670994</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is chatting about the power of forgiveness during your journey to sobriety.  Whether it's forgiving others or yourself, it is essential to your success.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65670994</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:14:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65670994/rr_episode_165_the_power_of_forgiveness.mp3" length="38018880" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is chatting about the power of forgiveness during your journey to sobriety.  Whether it's forgiving others or yourself, it is essential to your success.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is chatting about the power of forgiveness during your journey to sobriety.  Whether it's forgiving others or yourself, it is essential to your success.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1585</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 164 - No Matter What (Replay)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-164-no-matter-what-replay--65458094</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kenny and Kevin, the founders of the No Matter What Foundation.  In this candid conversation, the chat about how they fundraise to provide finances to people who need to go into a recovery or rehab ensuring they get the best care possible.<br /><br />To donate visit: <a href="https://NMW-Foundation.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NMW-Foundation.org</a><br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65458094</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:56:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65458094/rr_episode_138_no_matter_what.mp3" length="53371584" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Kenny and Kevin, the founders of the No Matter What Foundation.  In this candid conversation, the chat about how they fundraise to provide finances to people who need to go into a recovery or rehab ensuring they get the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kenny and Kevin, the founders of the No Matter What Foundation.  In this candid conversation, the chat about how they fundraise to provide finances to people who need to go into a recovery or rehab ensuring they get the best care possible.<br /><br />To donate visit: <a href="https://NMW-Foundation.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NMW-Foundation.org</a><br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2224</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 163 - Victim to Victor</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-163-victim-to-victor--65316675</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Tom Faraldo as they chat about getting rid of the victim mentality to become the victor of your life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65316675</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:22:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65316675/rr_episode_163_victim_to_victor.mp3" length="52342272" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Tom Faraldo as they chat about getting rid of the victim mentality to become the victor of your life.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Tom Faraldo as they chat about getting rid of the victim mentality to become the victor of your life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2181</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,healing,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 162 - The Dual Diagnosis</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-162-the-dual-diagnosis--64953790</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses the dual diagnosis and how substance abuse and mental illness go hand in hand.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64953790</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 12:00:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64953790/rr_episode_162_the_dual_diagnosis.mp3" length="25160832" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit discusses the dual diagnosis and how substance abuse and mental illness go hand in hand.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses the dual diagnosis and how substance abuse and mental illness go hand in hand.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1049</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 161 - Feeling the Burn</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-161-feeling-the-burn--64583021</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is flying solo as he chats about his experiences with burnout and ways to add peaceful moments in your daily life to kick your stress to the curb.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64583021</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:31:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64583021/rr_episode_161_feeling_the_burn.mp3" length="32332608" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is flying solo as he chats about his experiences with burnout and ways to add peaceful moments in your daily life to kick your stress to the curb.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is flying solo as he chats about his experiences with burnout and ways to add peaceful moments in your daily life to kick your stress to the curb.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1348</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,copingwithstress,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,stress</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 160 - A New Way of Life</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-160-a-new-way-of-life--64450373</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by one of his favorite guests, Pam Pesta.  Tune in as they chat about her celebrating 10 years of sobriety and how it's not just about being sober, it's about a new way of life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64450373</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:10:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64450373/rr_episode_160_a_new_way_of_life.mp3" length="57697920" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by one of his favorite guests, Pam Pesta.  Tune in as they chat about her celebrating 10 years of sobriety and how it's not just about being sober, it's about a new way of life.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by one of his favorite guests, Pam Pesta.  Tune in as they chat about her celebrating 10 years of sobriety and how it's not just about being sober, it's about a new way of life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2405</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 159 - Any Action You Take Can Help</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-159-any-action-you-take-can-help--64358030</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Carole Trottere, a former journalist who lost her son to Fentanyl,  as they chat about how she turned her grief into advocacy in order to educate her community.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64358030</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:31:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64358030/rr_episode_159_any_action_you_take_can_help.mp3" length="47583936" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Carole Trottere, a former journalist who lost her son to Fentanyl,  as they chat about how she turned her grief into advocacy in order to educate her community.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Carole Trottere, a former journalist who lost her son to Fentanyl,  as they chat about how she turned her grief into advocacy in order to educate her community.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1983</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,advocacy,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 158 - Gabriel's Giving Tree</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-158-gabriel-s-giving-tree--64188259</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Paulette Phillippe as they chat about how she turned her despair over the Fentanyl death of her grandson Gabriel into an organization of hope.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64188259</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:37:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64188259/rr_episode_158_gabriel_s_giving_tree.mp3" length="50256000" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Paulette Phillippe as they chat about how she turned her despair over the Fentanyl death of her grandson Gabriel into an organization of hope.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Paulette Phillippe as they chat about how she turned her despair over the Fentanyl death of her grandson Gabriel into an organization of hope.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2094</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 157 - Mental Health Check</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-157-mental-health-check--63973366</link><description><![CDATA[There has been a lot going on.  Many of you are overwhelmed.  It's time for Merrit to have a solo chat to help you take time for a mental health check.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63973366</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:41:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63973366/rr_episode_157_mental_health_check.mp3" length="32000256" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>There has been a lot going on.  Many of you are overwhelmed.  It's time for Merrit to have a solo chat to help you take time for a mental health check.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[There has been a lot going on.  Many of you are overwhelmed.  It's time for Merrit to have a solo chat to help you take time for a mental health check.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1334</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 156 - A Common Pain</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-156-a-common-pain--63813269</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dean Volk as they discuss sciatica, a health issue that affects many, and how your body can heal quickly.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63813269</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 15:02:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63813269/rr_episode_156_a_common_pain.mp3" length="45100224" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Dean Volk as they discuss sciatica, a health issue that affects many, and how your body can heal quickly.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dean Volk as they discuss sciatica, a health issue that affects many, and how your body can heal quickly.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1880</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,health,podcasts,recovery,sciatica,selfcare,soberliving</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 155 - Get Creative</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-155-get-creative--63687649</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined once again by Jason Mayo, creator of Sober, Not Subtle as they chat about unleashing your creativity during sobriety, and future plans to help eliminate the stigma of addiction and mental health.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63687649</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 15:26:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63687649/rr_episode_155_get_creative.mp3" length="45263232" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined once again by Jason Mayo, creator of Sober, Not Subtle as they chat about unleashing your creativity during sobriety, and future plans to help eliminate the stigma of addiction and mental health.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined once again by Jason Mayo, creator of Sober, Not Subtle as they chat about unleashing your creativity during sobriety, and future plans to help eliminate the stigma of addiction and mental health.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1886</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 154 - Keep Up the Fight</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-154-keep-up-the-fight--63601725</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Angela James as they chat about how to keep up the fight after losing a child to Fentanyl.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63601725</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 15:37:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63601725/rr_episode_154_keep_up_the_fight.mp3" length="45720000" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Angela James as they chat about how to keep up the fight after losing a child to Fentanyl.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Angela James as they chat about how to keep up the fight after losing a child to Fentanyl.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1905</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 153 - Healing Energy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-153-healing-energy--63373102</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Briyenna as they chat about the healing energy of Reiki and how releasing trauma will aid you on your journey to recovery.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63373102</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:19:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63373102/rr_episode_153_healing_energy.mp3" length="36836352" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Briyenna as they chat about the healing energy of Reiki and how releasing trauma will aid you on your journey to recovery.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Briyenna as they chat about the healing energy of Reiki and how releasing trauma will aid you on your journey to recovery.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1535</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,reiki,soberliving</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 152 - The Power of Disconnecting</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-152-the-power-of-disconnecting--63144043</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit returns from a much-needed vacation as he chats about the power of disconnecting from everyday life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63144043</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:57:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63144043/rr_episode_152_the_power_of_disconnecting.mp3" length="44108928" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit returns from a much-needed vacation as he chats about the power of disconnecting from everyday life.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit returns from a much-needed vacation as he chats about the power of disconnecting from everyday life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1838</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 151 - Junkie to Judge</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-151-junkie-to-judge--62875626</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by an amazing woman!  Tune in as you hear Mary Beth's story on how she went from being an addict to becoming a Federal Judge.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62875626</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:56:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62875626/rr_episode_151_junkie_to_judge.mp3" length="46248192" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by an amazing woman!  Tune in as you hear Mary Beth's story on how she went from being an addict to becoming a Federal Judge.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by an amazing woman!  Tune in as you hear Mary Beth's story on how she went from being an addict to becoming a Federal Judge.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1927</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 150 - The Lessons Learned</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-150-the-lessons-learned--62707191</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dan Katz as they chat about the lessons he learned during his over 2 decades of sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62707191</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:26:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62707191/rr_episode_150_the_lessons_learned.mp3" length="59397408" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Dan Katz as they chat about the lessons he learned during his over 2 decades of sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dan Katz as they chat about the lessons he learned during his over 2 decades of sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2475</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 149 - It's Okay To Not Be Okay</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-149-it-s-okay-to-not-be-okay--62591067</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is making a sincere plea for mental health to be taken seriously.  It's okay not to be ok, and there are many people and groups to reach out to if you are in need of assistance, especially as we head into the holiday season.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62591067</guid><pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:06:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62591067/rr_episode_149_its_okay_to_not_be_okay.mp3" length="24218496" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is making a sincere plea for mental health to be taken seriously.  It's okay not to be ok, and there are many people and groups to reach out to if you are in need of assistance, especially as we head into the holiday season.

Purchase...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is making a sincere plea for mental health to be taken seriously.  It's okay not to be ok, and there are many people and groups to reach out to if you are in need of assistance, especially as we head into the holiday season.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1010</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberliving</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 148 - It Takes Work</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-148-it-takes-work--62473959</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Aynisa Leonardo who is educating communities from an artistic,  clinical, evidence-based standpoint on substance abuse and mental health. Tune in as they discuss what people can do to rid our communities of the stigma of mental health and drug addiction in order to support others in getting the help they need.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62473959</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:49:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62473959/rr_episode_148_it_takes_work.mp3" length="40326336" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Aynisa Leonardo who is educating communities from an artistic,  clinical, evidence-based standpoint on substance abuse and mental health. Tune in as they discuss what people can do to rid our communities of the stigma of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Aynisa Leonardo who is educating communities from an artistic,  clinical, evidence-based standpoint on substance abuse and mental health. Tune in as they discuss what people can do to rid our communities of the stigma of mental health and drug addiction in order to support others in getting the help they need.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1681</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 147 - Every Little Bit Helps (Replay)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-147-every-little-bit-helps-replay--62384140</link><description><![CDATA[This week is a replay of Merrit's episode when he was joined by Ed Kobalis who lost his son due to Fentanyl. Tune in as they discuss how to get involved with taking a stand against this poison even if it hasn't affected you. Every little bit helps.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62384140</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:17:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62384140/rr_episode_111_every_little_bit_helps.mp3" length="43705152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week is a replay of Merrit's episode when he was joined by Ed Kobalis who lost his son due to Fentanyl. Tune in as they discuss how to get involved with taking a stand against this poison even if it hasn't affected you. Every little bit helps....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week is a replay of Merrit's episode when he was joined by Ed Kobalis who lost his son due to Fentanyl. Tune in as they discuss how to get involved with taking a stand against this poison even if it hasn't affected you. Every little bit helps.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1822</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 146 - Mental Health Outlook (Replay)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-146-mental-health-outlook-replay--62298598</link><description><![CDATA[October is Emotional Wellness Month.  In this replay episode, Merrit is chatting with Tom, who talks about his own struggles with depression and past suicidal thoughts.  With help, Tom now has a thriving life on his own terms.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62298598</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:10:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62298598/rr_episode_129_mental_health_outlook.mp3" length="44624448" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>October is Emotional Wellness Month.  In this replay episode, Merrit is chatting with Tom, who talks about his own struggles with depression and past suicidal thoughts.  With help, Tom now has a thriving life on his own terms.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[October is Emotional Wellness Month.  In this replay episode, Merrit is chatting with Tom, who talks about his own struggles with depression and past suicidal thoughts.  With help, Tom now has a thriving life on his own terms.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1860</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,emotionalwellness,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 145 - It's About Progress</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-145-it-s-about-progress--62142862</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo, a writer for the Sober Curator, as they chat about how you can thrive in sobriety and the importance of sharing what you went through with the younger generations so they don't fall into the trap of addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62142862</guid><pubDate>Sat, 28 Sep 2024 10:56:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62142862/rr_episode_145_its_about_thriving.mp3" length="57739968" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo, a writer for the Sober Curator, as they chat about how you can thrive in sobriety and the importance of sharing what you went through with the younger generations so they don't fall into the trap of addiction....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo, a writer for the Sober Curator, as they chat about how you can thrive in sobriety and the importance of sharing what you went through with the younger generations so they don't fall into the trap of addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2406</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 144 - Mind-Body Connection</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-144-mind-body-connection--61955121</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Rachel, a top medical massage doctor in New York as they chat about the importance of the mind-body connection as you practice self-care through your journey to recovery.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61955121</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:13:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61955121/rr_episode_144_mind_body_connection.mp3" length="51463872" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Rachel, a top medical massage doctor in New York as they chat about the importance of the mind-body connection as you practice self-care through your journey to recovery.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence"...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Rachel, a top medical massage doctor in New York as they chat about the importance of the mind-body connection as you practice self-care through your journey to recovery.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2145</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,mindbodyconnection,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,selfcare</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 143 - A Mother's Point of View</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-143-a-mother-s-point-of-view--61371270</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jeanie Gonzales, the mother of Nicole Smith who has been a prior guest.  Tune in as they chat about what it's like from a mom's perspective on watching their daughter battle addiction and come into their sober life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61371270</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:00:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61371270/rr_episode_143_a_mother_s_point_of_view.mp3" length="41921280" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Jeanie Gonzales, the mother of Nicole Smith who has been a prior guest.  Tune in as they chat about what it's like from a mom's perspective on watching their daughter battle addiction and come into their sober life....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jeanie Gonzales, the mother of Nicole Smith who has been a prior guest.  Tune in as they chat about what it's like from a mom's perspective on watching their daughter battle addiction and come into their sober life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1747</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 142 - Success Will Come</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-142-success-will-come--61252252</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by the Sober Curator Alysse Bryson as they chat about self-determination and the success that comes with it during sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61252252</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:50:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61252252/rr_episode_142_success_will_come.mp3" length="46162368" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by the Sober Curator Alysse Bryson as they chat about self-determination and the success that comes with it during sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by the Sober Curator Alysse Bryson as they chat about self-determination and the success that comes with it during sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1924</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberliving</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 141 - Emotions Have a Physical Impact</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-141-emotions-have-a-physical-impact--61187192</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is chatting with Peter Mustazza, L.Ac., licensed acupuncturist and clinician trained in pain management and sports injuries.  They dive deep into how your emotions affect you physically and what you can do during your journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61187192</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:09:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61187192/rr_episode_141_emotions_have_a_physical_impact.mp3" length="46775808" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is chatting with Peter Mustazza, L.Ac., licensed acupuncturist and clinician trained in pain management and sports injuries.  They dive deep into how your emotions affect you physically and what you can do during your journey to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is chatting with Peter Mustazza, L.Ac., licensed acupuncturist and clinician trained in pain management and sports injuries.  They dive deep into how your emotions affect you physically and what you can do during your journey to sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1949</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 140 - Don't Make it Political</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-140-don-t-make-it-political--61092781</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Charlotte Bismuth. She is an attorney, activist, and author of "Killer in a White Coat." Tune in as they discuss her monumental case against Stan Li, the first NY doctor convicted of manslaughter in an overdose case, and how the opioid crisis in the United States has become a political issue instead of its focus on being a community issue.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61092781</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 14:33:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/61092781/rr_episode_140_dont_make_it_political.mp3" length="43806528" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Charlotte Bismuth. She is an attorney, activist, and author of "Killer in a White Coat." Tune in as they discuss her monumental case against Stan Li, the first NY doctor convicted of manslaughter in an overdose case, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Charlotte Bismuth. She is an attorney, activist, and author of "Killer in a White Coat." Tune in as they discuss her monumental case against Stan Li, the first NY doctor convicted of manslaughter in an overdose case, and how the opioid crisis in the United States has become a political issue instead of its focus on being a community issue.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1826</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,opioidcrisis,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 139 - 40 Years Strong</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-139-40-years-strong--60938791</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Karen, a long-time friend who is 40 years sober.  In this candid conversation, they chat about what a great life sobriety will bring you. .<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60938791</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:00:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60938791/rr_episode_139_40_years_strong.mp3" length="55521792" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Karen, a long-time friend who is 40 years sober.  In this candid conversation, they chat about what a great life sobriety will bring you. .

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Karen, a long-time friend who is 40 years sober.  In this candid conversation, they chat about what a great life sobriety will bring you. .<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2314</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 138 - No Matter What</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-138-no-matter-what--60863186</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kenny and Kevin, the founders of the No Matter What Foundation.  In this candid conversation, the chat about how they fundraise to provide finances to people who need to go into a recovery or rehab ensuring they get the best care possible.<br /><br />To donate visit: <a href="https://NMW-Foundation.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NMW-Foundation.org</a><br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60863186</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 13:52:04 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60863186/rr_episode_138_no_matter_what.mp3" length="53371584" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Kenny and Kevin, the founders of the No Matter What Foundation.  In this candid conversation, the chat about how they fundraise to provide finances to people who need to go into a recovery or rehab ensuring they get the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kenny and Kevin, the founders of the No Matter What Foundation.  In this candid conversation, the chat about how they fundraise to provide finances to people who need to go into a recovery or rehab ensuring they get the best care possible.<br /><br />To donate visit: <a href="https://NMW-Foundation.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NMW-Foundation.org</a><br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2224</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 137 - Keep the Conversation Open</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-137-keep-the-conversation-open--60788846</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit continues his thoughts regarding the conversation he had with Ed Bisch on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Purdue/Sackler family.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60788846</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 14:33:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60788846/rr_episode_137_keep_the_conversation_open.mp3" length="23867136" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit continues his thoughts regarding the conversation he had with Ed Bisch on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Purdue/Sackler family.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit continues his thoughts regarding the conversation he had with Ed Bisch on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Purdue/Sackler family.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>995</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,fentanyl,opiodcrisis,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 136 - The Supreme</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-136-the-supreme--60644575</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by the great Ed Bisch as he updates us on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Purdue/Sackler family.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60644575</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:29:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60644575/rr_episode_136_the_supreme.mp3" length="56843712" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined once again by the great Ed Bisch as he updates us on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Purdue/Sackler family.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by the great Ed Bisch as he updates us on the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Purdue/Sackler family.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2369</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,purduepharma,recovery,recoverypodcasts,supremecourt</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 135 - A New Chapter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-135-a-new-chapter--60581468</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Nicolette Brown as she discusses how she started a new chapter after losing her brother to Fentanyl while keeping his memory alive.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60581468</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:35:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60581468/rr_episode_135_a_new_chapter.mp3" length="32655744" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Nicolette Brown as she discusses how she started a new chapter after losing her brother to Fentanyl while keeping his memory alive.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Nicolette Brown as she discusses how she started a new chapter after losing her brother to Fentanyl while keeping his memory alive.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1361</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 134 - Reconnection is Possible</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-134-reconnection-is-possible--60436183</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses how he reconnected with his son while on his sobriety journey.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60436183</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:06:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60436183/rr_episode_134_reconnection_is_possible.mp3" length="30354624" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit discusses how he reconnected with his son while on his sobriety journey.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses how he reconnected with his son while on his sobriety journey.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1265</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 133 - The Family Impact</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-133-the-family-impact--60349069</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kerry Kelly as they talk about the impact addiction has on the family.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60349069</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:30:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60349069/rr_episode_133_the_family_impact.mp3" length="42633216" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Kerry Kelly as they talk about the impact addiction has on the family.  

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Kerry Kelly as they talk about the impact addiction has on the family.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1777</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 132 - Take Time Out</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-132-take-time-out--60272549</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is back from vacation and is discussing the need to take time out for yourself.  Relax, observe, and reflect on where you were, where you are now, and where you want to be on your life's journey.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60272549</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:39:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60272549/rr_episode_132_take_time_out.mp3" length="30984192" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is back from vacation and is discussing the need to take time out for yourself.  Relax, observe, and reflect on where you were, where you are now, and where you want to be on your life's journey.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is back from vacation and is discussing the need to take time out for yourself.  Relax, observe, and reflect on where you were, where you are now, and where you want to be on your life's journey.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1291</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,selfcare</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 131 - Double time</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-131-double-time--60148059</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by 2 of his favorite ladies.  Tune in as Tammy and Andrea chat about how they turned their pain into advocacy. <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60148059</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 11:17:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60148059/rr_episode_131_double_time.mp3" length="45488448" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by 2 of his favorite ladies.  Tune in as Tammy and Andrea chat about how they turned their pain into advocacy. 

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by 2 of his favorite ladies.  Tune in as Tammy and Andrea chat about how they turned their pain into advocacy. <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1896</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,advocacy,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 130 - A Mother's Message</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-130-a-mother-s-message--60027752</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Angela James, who has a special Mother's Day Message for those who share in the loss of a child.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60027752</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 15:04:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/60027752/rr_episode_130_a_mother_s_message.mp3" length="38899008" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Angela James, who has a special Mother's Day Message for those who share in the loss of a child.  

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Angela James, who has a special Mother's Day Message for those who share in the loss of a child.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1621</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 129 - Mental Health Outlook</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-129-mental-health-outlook--59918788</link><description><![CDATA[May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  This week Merrit is chatting with Tom, who talks about his own struggles with depression and past suicidal thoughts.  With help, Tom now has a thriving life on his own terms.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59918788</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 10:12:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59918788/rr_episode_129_mental_health_outlook.mp3" length="44624448" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  This week Merrit is chatting with Tom, who talks about his own struggles with depression and past suicidal thoughts.  With help, Tom now has a thriving life on his own terms.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  This week Merrit is chatting with Tom, who talks about his own struggles with depression and past suicidal thoughts.  With help, Tom now has a thriving life on his own terms.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1860</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,depression,mentalhealth,podcast,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 128 - Food for Thought</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-128-food-for-thought--59732208</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit gets real regarding nutrition.  With the many food addictions, and the rise of obesity and health problems in kids, like any other addiction, it's time to educate the youth.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59732208</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:19:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59732208/rr_episode_128_food_for_thought.mp3" length="33659136" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit gets real regarding nutrition.  With the many food addictions, and the rise of obesity and health problems in kids, like any other addiction, it's time to educate the youth.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit gets real regarding nutrition.  With the many food addictions, and the rise of obesity and health problems in kids, like any other addiction, it's time to educate the youth.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1403</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,alcoholism,drugaddiction,foodaddictions,healthyeating,nutrition,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 127 - Get Unstuck</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-127-get-unstuck--59629212</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dr. Cynthia Hey as they chat about how to motivate yourself when forming new healthy habits.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59629212</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 11:51:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59629212/rr_episode_127_get_unstuck.mp3" length="48241152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Dr. Cynthia Hey as they chat about how to motivate yourself when forming new healthy habits.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dr. Cynthia Hey as they chat about how to motivate yourself when forming new healthy habits.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2011</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,health,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,sobriety,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 126 - The Calming Effect</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-126-the-calming-effect--59498813</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Nichole Smith who has been sober for 2 years.  Tune in as she discusses the calmness that she has come to enjoy and the peaceful life that she has discovered in her sobriety.<br /><br />This week Merrit is continuing his plea for more Mental Health education in this country.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59498813</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:49:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59498813/rr_episode_126_the_calming_effect.mp3" length="41783616" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Nichole Smith who has been sober for 2 years.  Tune in as she discusses the calmness that she has come to enjoy and the peaceful life that she has discovered in her sobriety.

This week Merrit is continuing his plea for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Nichole Smith who has been sober for 2 years.  Tune in as she discusses the calmness that she has come to enjoy and the peaceful life that she has discovered in her sobriety.<br /><br />This week Merrit is continuing his plea for more Mental Health education in this country.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1741</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugabuse,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcasts,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 125 - Look Inside Yourself</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-125-look-inside-yourself--59415992</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is continuing his plea for more Mental Health education in this country.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59415992</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:26:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59415992/rr_episode_125_look_inside_yourself.mp3" length="30066624" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is continuing his plea for more Mental Health education in this country.  

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is continuing his plea for more Mental Health education in this country.  <br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1253</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,mentalhealth,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 124 - We All Need a Little Grace</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-124-we-all-need-a-little-grace--59260329</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Gracie Parker, an 11-year-old who is advocating for youth mental health.  Losing her mom to drugs at 6 months old, and her father being absent due to drugs, Gracie, with the help of her grandparents is paving the way for other kids to cope with their traumatic experiences.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59260329</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:50:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59260329/rr_episode_124_we_all_need_a_little_grace.mp3" length="41684544" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Gracie Parker, an 11-year-old who is advocating for youth mental health.  Losing her mom to drugs at 6 months old, and her father being absent due to drugs, Gracie, with the help of her grandparents is paving the way for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Gracie Parker, an 11-year-old who is advocating for youth mental health.  Losing her mom to drugs at 6 months old, and her father being absent due to drugs, Gracie, with the help of her grandparents is paving the way for other kids to cope with their traumatic experiences.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1737</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcohol,drugs,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 123 - Family and Friends Matter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-123-family-and-friends-matter--59179440</link><description><![CDATA[This week, join Merrit as he shares a different view of addiction.  Tune in as he discusses how this affects friends and family members and how you can help a loved one struggling with addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59179440</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 12:02:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/59179440/rr_episode_123_family_and_friends_matter.mp3" length="34376256" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, join Merrit as he shares a different view of addiction.  Tune in as he discusses how this affects friends and family members and how you can help a loved one struggling with addiction.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, join Merrit as he shares a different view of addiction.  Tune in as he discusses how this affects friends and family members and how you can help a loved one struggling with addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1433</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 122 - Change the Face of Recovery</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-122-change-the-face-of-recovery--58944086</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by John Shinholser as they chat on how he created a recovery movement in Virginia.  It's his mission to change the face of recovery!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58944086</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 12:31:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58944086/rr_episode_122_change_the_face_of_recovery.mp3" length="44368704" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by John Shinholser as they chat on how he created a recovery movement in Virginia.  It's his mission to change the face of recovery!

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by John Shinholser as they chat on how he created a recovery movement in Virginia.  It's his mission to change the face of recovery!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1849</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 121 - The Front Line</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-121-the-front-line--58849406</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dopesick participant and activist Ed Bisch as they chat about being on the front line of the war on Fentanyl.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58849406</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:51:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58849406/rr_episode_121_the_front_line.mp3" length="49964544" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Dopesick participant and activist Ed Bisch as they chat about being on the front line of the war on Fentanyl.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Dopesick participant and activist Ed Bisch as they chat about being on the front line of the war on Fentanyl.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2082</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugabuse,fentanyl,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 120 - Replay: Routines Can Lead to Freedom</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-120-replay-routines-can-lead-to-freedom--58749969</link><description><![CDATA[This week, we are replaying Episode 90 when Merrit was taking time off to spend time with his newly-born grandson. His producer Jess Branas took over the mic to discuss the importance of scheduling time to help you feel free.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58749969</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:52:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58749969/rr_episode_090_routines_can_lead_to_freedom.mp3" length="28899995" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, we are replaying Episode 90 when Merrit was taking time off to spend time with his newly-born grandson. His producer Jess Branas took over the mic to discuss the importance of scheduling time to help you feel free.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, we are replaying Episode 90 when Merrit was taking time off to spend time with his newly-born grandson. His producer Jess Branas took over the mic to discuss the importance of scheduling time to help you feel free.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1205</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,routines,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 119 - Addiction Doesn't Discriminate</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-119-addiction-doesn-t-discriminate--58672789</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses how addiction doesn't discriminate.  From Park Avenue to the park bench, he delves into the various roots of addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58672789</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 12:48:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58672789/rr_episode_119_addiction_doesnt_discriminate.mp3" length="37293696" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit discusses how addiction doesn't discriminate.  From Park Avenue to the park bench, he delves into the various roots of addiction.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses how addiction doesn't discriminate.  From Park Avenue to the park bench, he delves into the various roots of addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1554</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 118 - Super Sober</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-118-super-sober--58585889</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit welcomes back one of his favorite guests Pam Pesta.  After 10 years of sobriety, they discuss tools that allow her to be and remain Super Sober.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58585889</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 13:41:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58585889/rr_episode_118_super_sober.mp3" length="47601216" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit welcomes back one of his favorite guests Pam Pesta.  After 10 years of sobriety, they discuss tools that allow her to be and remain Super Sober.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit welcomes back one of his favorite guests Pam Pesta.  After 10 years of sobriety, they discuss tools that allow her to be and remain Super Sober.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1984</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 117 - Sober, Not Sober</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-117-sober-not-sober--58499732</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses a major concern on the journey to recovery.  Fighting addiction with drugs happens at an alarming rate and is a cause of concern for many drug and alcohol counselors.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58499732</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 12:49:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58499732/rr_episode_117_sober_not_sober.mp3" length="33469632" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit discusses a major concern on the journey to recovery.  Fighting addiction with drugs happens at an alarming rate and is a cause of concern for many drug and alcohol counselors.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit discusses a major concern on the journey to recovery.  Fighting addiction with drugs happens at an alarming rate and is a cause of concern for many drug and alcohol counselors.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1395</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 116 - Get Over the Fear</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-116-get-over-the-fear--58417298</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo as they discuss how addiction can make us feel stuck and make us afraid of not having what we want and also fear losing what we have.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58417298</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:39:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58417298/rr_episode_116_get_over_the_fear.mp3" length="48642624" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo as they discuss how addiction can make us feel stuck and make us afraid of not having what we want and also fear losing what we have.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Jason Mayo as they discuss how addiction can make us feel stuck and make us afraid of not having what we want and also fear losing what we have.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2027</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 115 - Get to the Root</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-115-get-to-the-root--58318824</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is tackling one of the roots of addiction.  There are a variety of factors that contribute to addiction including mental health.  Tune in as Merrit breaks down the keys to understanding addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58318824</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 12:41:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58318824/rr_episode_115_get_to_the_root.mp3" length="34781184" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is tackling one of the roots of addiction.  There are a variety of factors that contribute to addiction including mental health.  Tune in as Merrit breaks down the keys to understanding addiction.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is tackling one of the roots of addiction.  There are a variety of factors that contribute to addiction including mental health.  Tune in as Merrit breaks down the keys to understanding addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1450</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugabuse,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 114 - Say No, or Don't Go</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-114-say-no-or-don-t-go--58239508</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by his dear friend Rob as they chat about keeping yourself sober and safe in social situations.  Say no or don't go, is a decision that often has to be made.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58239508</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 13:08:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58239508/rr_episode_114_say_no_or_dont_go.mp3" length="43352064" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by his dear friend Rob as they chat about keeping yourself sober and safe in social situations.  Say no or don't go, is a decision that often has to be made.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by his dear friend Rob as they chat about keeping yourself sober and safe in social situations.  Say no or don't go, is a decision that often has to be made.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1807</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 113 - Where It Begins</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-113-where-it-begins--58121057</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by his producer Jess Branas as they chat about surrendering the "old you" in order to evolve. Life is just beginning.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58121057</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 12:45:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58121057/rr_episode_113_were_it_began.mp3" length="61024896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by his producer Jess Branas as they chat about surrendering the "old you" in order to evolve. Life is just beginning.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by his producer Jess Branas as they chat about surrendering the "old you" in order to evolve. Life is just beginning.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2543</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 112 - The Comeback</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-112-the-comeback--58046285</link><description><![CDATA[Merrit is back after a needed hiatus.  Tune in as he chats on how to keep yourself optimistic and sober during the holiday season.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58046285</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 12:57:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58046285/rr_comeback.mp3" length="35670528" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Merrit is back after a needed hiatus.  Tune in as he chats on how to keep yourself optimistic and sober during the holiday season.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Merrit is back after a needed hiatus.  Tune in as he chats on how to keep yourself optimistic and sober during the holiday season.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1487</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 111 - Every Little Bit Helps</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-111-every-little-bit-helps--56840453</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined once again by Ed Kobalis who lost his son due to Fentanyl.  Tune in as they discuss how to get involved with taking a stand against this poison even if it hasn't affected you.  Every little bit helps.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56840453</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:52:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56840453/rr_episode_111_every_little_bit_helps.mp3" length="43705152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined once again by Ed Kobalis who lost his son due to Fentanyl.  Tune in as they discuss how to get involved with taking a stand against this poison even if it hasn't affected you.  Every little bit helps.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined once again by Ed Kobalis who lost his son due to Fentanyl.  Tune in as they discuss how to get involved with taking a stand against this poison even if it hasn't affected you.  Every little bit helps.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1822</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,advocacy,fentanyl,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,soberliving,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 110 - It Affects Kids</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-110-it-affects-kids--56760865</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit brings back Casey Arrillaga as they chat about his latest book "Mommy's Getting Sober".  Discussing how a parent's addiction affects kids, they are flipping the page by teaching children how to talk about their parent's addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56760865</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:28:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56760865/rr_episode_110_it_affects_kids.mp3" length="38175552" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit brings back Casey Arrillaga as they chat about his latest book "Mommy's Getting Sober".  Discussing how a parent's addiction affects kids, they are flipping the page by teaching children how to talk about their parent's addiction....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit brings back Casey Arrillaga as they chat about his latest book "Mommy's Getting Sober".  Discussing how a parent's addiction affects kids, they are flipping the page by teaching children how to talk about their parent's addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1591</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,author,interview,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 109 - It is Happening</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-109-it-is-happening--56463146</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Ed Bisch as they chat about the Supreme Court's blocking of the Purdue Pharma $6 billion dollar opioid settlement and what this means in the fight against drugs.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56463146</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:41:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56463146/rr_episode_109_it_is_happening.mp3" length="57644352" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Ed Bisch as they chat about the Supreme Court's blocking of the Purdue Pharma $6 billion dollar opioid settlement and what this means in the fight against drugs.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Ed Bisch as they chat about the Supreme Court's blocking of the Purdue Pharma $6 billion dollar opioid settlement and what this means in the fight against drugs.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2402</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,opioids,purduepharma,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,supremecourt</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 108 - Search Your Soul</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-108-search-your-soul--56392970</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Mike Cangro as they chat to live the life your soul wants.  With 35 years of sobriety, Mike discusses that it can be tough, but you will success when you go within.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56392970</guid><pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:28:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56392970/rr_episode_108_search_your_soul.mp3" length="37971072" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Mike Cangro as they chat to live the life your soul wants.  With 35 years of sobriety, Mike discusses that it can be tough, but you will success when you go within.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Mike Cangro as they chat to live the life your soul wants.  With 35 years of sobriety, Mike discusses that it can be tough, but you will success when you go within.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1583</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 107 - Be Proactive</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-107-be-proactive--56319297</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is encouraging you to be proactive, not reactive when it comes to self-care and sobriety.  It's time to take a deep dive into your lifestyle and start to do things that enhance your life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56319297</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:39:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56319297/rr_episode_107_be_proactive.mp3" length="21375360" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is encouraging you to be proactive, not reactive when it comes to self-care and sobriety.  It's time to take a deep dive into your lifestyle and start to do things that enhance your life.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is encouraging you to be proactive, not reactive when it comes to self-care and sobriety.  It's time to take a deep dive into your lifestyle and start to do things that enhance your life.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>891</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 106 - Have Faith</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-106-have-faith--56210434</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Chris who went from gangs and drinking to sobriety and faith in himself and his higher power.  Change is possible when you level up.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56210434</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:38:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56210434/rr_episode_106_have_faith.mp3" length="28445760" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Chris who went from gangs and drinking to sobriety and faith in himself and his higher power.  Change is possible when you level up.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Chris who went from gangs and drinking to sobriety and faith in himself and his higher power.  Change is possible when you level up.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1186</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugabuse,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 105 - Open Your Heart</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-105-open-your-heart--56137510</link><description><![CDATA[This week we are replaying a powerful episode as Merrit is joined by Gigi Langer, Ph.D. as they chat about sobriety and how to face obstacles with an open heart! They also get a chance to delve into her latest book, "Love More Now" which is available on Amazon.com.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56137510</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:40:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56137510/rr_episode_091_open_your_heart.mp3" length="57624480" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week we are replaying a powerful episode as Merrit is joined by Gigi Langer, Ph.D. as they chat about sobriety and how to face obstacles with an open heart! They also get a chance to delve into her latest book, "Love More Now" which is available...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week we are replaying a powerful episode as Merrit is joined by Gigi Langer, Ph.D. as they chat about sobriety and how to face obstacles with an open heart! They also get a chance to delve into her latest book, "Love More Now" which is available on Amazon.com.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2401</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 104 - You are the Priority</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-104-you-are-the-priority--56017227</link><description><![CDATA[Coming upon 15 years of sobriety, Merrit takes time this week to help you know that YOU ARE THE PRIORITY.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56017227</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:09:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56017227/rr_episode_104_you_are_the_priority.mp3" length="29707776" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Coming upon 15 years of sobriety, Merrit takes time this week to help you know that YOU ARE THE PRIORITY.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Coming upon 15 years of sobriety, Merrit takes time this week to help you know that YOU ARE THE PRIORITY.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1238</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,selfcare,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 103 - Find Your Path</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-103-find-your-path--54526571</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by author and friend Will Thatcher as they discuss what's on the other side of sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54526571</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 21:23:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/54526571/rr_episode_103_find_your_path.mp3" length="32588352" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by author and friend Will Thatcher as they discuss what's on the other side of sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by author and friend Will Thatcher as they discuss what's on the other side of sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1358</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 102 - Open Up to Mindfulness</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-102-open-up-to-mindfulness--54102629</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is back from vacation where he had time to be mindful, now he wants you to give it a try!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54102629</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:43:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/54102629/rr_episode_102_open_up_to_mindfulness.mp3" length="30413376" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is back from vacation where he had time to be mindful, now he wants you to give it a try!

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is back from vacation where he had time to be mindful, now he wants you to give it a try!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1268</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 101 - Educate the Public</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-101-educate-the-public--53969162</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by the author of "For the Love of Jeremy" Renate LeDuc, as they chat about the lack of information and education regarding addiction and mental illness.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53969162</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 11:17:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53969162/rr_episode_101.mp3" length="45899712" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by the author of "For the Love of Jeremy" Renate LeDuc, as they chat about the lack of information and education regarding addiction and mental illness.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by the author of "For the Love of Jeremy" Renate LeDuc, as they chat about the lack of information and education regarding addiction and mental illness.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br /><a href="http://www.branasenterprises.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.branasenterprises.com</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1913</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,fentanyl,podcasts,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 100 - I Turned 100</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-100-i-turned-100--53871610</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is celebrating his 100th episode with his producer Jess Branas. Tune in as they chat about the importance of helping others.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53871610</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 14:13:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53871610/rr_episode_100_i_turned_100.mp3" length="49758875" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is celebrating his 100th episode with his producer Jess Branas. Tune in as they chat about the importance of helping others.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is celebrating his 100th episode with his producer Jess Branas. Tune in as they chat about the importance of helping others.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2074</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugabuse,gambling,gamblingaddiction,podcasts,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,soberlife,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 099 - Addiction is Addiction</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-099-addiction-is-addiction--53778001</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Fred Dalton as they discuss how there are various types of addiction.  But one thing is for sure... addiction is addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53778001</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 15:47:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53778001/rr_episode_099_addiction_is_addiction.mp3" length="46594944" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined by Fred Dalton as they discuss how there are various types of addiction.  But one thing is for sure... addiction is addiction.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined by Fred Dalton as they discuss how there are various types of addiction.  But one thing is for sure... addiction is addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1942</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugabuse,gambling,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sexaddiction,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 098 - We Want to See Changes</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-098-we-want-to-see-changes--53705510</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by Lynette Roach and her husband Rob as they chat about how they've progressed in 2 years after losing their son Dallas to Fentanyl.  They also discuss what needs to change and how to take action.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53705510</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 14:17:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53705510/rr_episode_098_we_want_to_see_changes.mp3" length="40143744" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined once again by Lynette Roach and her husband Rob as they chat about how they've progressed in 2 years after losing their son Dallas to Fentanyl.  They also discuss what needs to change and how to take action.

Purchase a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by Lynette Roach and her husband Rob as they chat about how they've progressed in 2 years after losing their son Dallas to Fentanyl.  They also discuss what needs to change and how to take action.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1673</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,fentanyl,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 097 - Stop the Stigma</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-097-stop-the-stigma--53630277</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by author Pam Pesta as they chat about stopping the stigmas about mental health and addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53630277</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:42:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53630277/rr_episode_097_stop_the_stigma.mp3" length="51398784" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is joined once again by author Pam Pesta as they chat about stopping the stigmas about mental health and addiction.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is joined once again by author Pam Pesta as they chat about stopping the stigmas about mental health and addiction.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2142</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugaddiction,mentalhealth,podcasts,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 096 - Join Together to Serve Communities</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-096-join-together-to-serve-communities--53560443</link><description><![CDATA[This week is special.  Merrit was a guest on the Children of Adam Youtube live show where he and host Mufti Mohammad Farhan discussed mental health and substance abuse in the Muslim community.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53560443</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:22:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53560443/rr_episode_096_join_together_to_serve_communities.mp3" length="57524766" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week is special.  Merrit was a guest on the Children of Adam Youtube live show where he and host Mufti Mohammad Farhan discussed mental health and substance abuse in the Muslim community.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week is special.  Merrit was a guest on the Children of Adam Youtube live show where he and host Mufti Mohammad Farhan discussed mental health and substance abuse in the Muslim community.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2397</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,childrenofadam,drugabuse,interview,liveshow,mentalhealth,muslimcommunity,recovery,sobriety,substanceabuse,youtube</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 095 - No Exceptions. No Resentments.</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-095-no-exceptions-no-resentments--53429355</link><description><![CDATA[Merrit is joined by Jason Rudeen, co-host of The Way Out Podcast and Recovery Revolution Live.  They are getting into the reality of what life is like in sobriety to encourage you to continue on your journey!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53429355</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:02:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53429355/rr_episode_095_no_exceptions_no_resentments.mp3" length="46611643" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Merrit is joined by Jason Rudeen, co-host of The Way Out Podcast and Recovery Revolution Live.  They are getting into the reality of what life is like in sobriety to encourage you to continue on your journey!

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Merrit is joined by Jason Rudeen, co-host of The Way Out Podcast and Recovery Revolution Live.  They are getting into the reality of what life is like in sobriety to encourage you to continue on your journey!<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1943</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcasts,podcastsaboutlife,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 094 - Grief and Loss are Natural</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-094-grief-and-loss-are-natural--53354952</link><description><![CDATA[Merrit is back and today he is opening up about a recent loss and discussing healthy ways to deal with grief.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53354952</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:39:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53354952/rr_episode_094_grief_and_loss_are_natural.mp3" length="29637792" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Merrit is back and today he is opening up about a recent loss and discussing healthy ways to deal with grief.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Merrit is back and today he is opening up about a recent loss and discussing healthy ways to deal with grief.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1235</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,copingskills,grief,griefandloss,podcasts,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 093 - The Small Actions</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-093-the-small-actions--53209812</link><description><![CDATA[Merrit is taking his time for family, so his producer Jess is encouraging you to dream big and take small daily actions during your recovery. You can succeed in anything, it's the little things that count.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53209812</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:29:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53209812/rr_episode_094_dream_big.mp3" length="26355251" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Merrit is taking his time for family, so his producer Jess is encouraging you to dream big and take small daily actions during your recovery. You can succeed in anything, it's the little things that count.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Merrit is taking his time for family, so his producer Jess is encouraging you to dream big and take small daily actions during your recovery. You can succeed in anything, it's the little things that count.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1099</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,podcastsaboutlife,recovery</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 092 - Give Yourself a Break</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-092-give-yourself-a-break--52876422</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is back and he is flying solo!  He wants you to give yourself a break so you can realize and enjoy all the wonders in life that comes with sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52876422</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:22:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52876422/rr_episode_092_give_yourself_a_break.mp3" length="51706080" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is back and he is flying solo!  He wants you to give yourself a break so you can realize and enjoy all the wonders in life that comes with sobriety.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com
For the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is back and he is flying solo!  He wants you to give yourself a break so you can realize and enjoy all the wonders in life that comes with sobriety.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2155</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,drugaddiction,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 091 - Open Your Heart</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-091-open-your-heart--52801033</link><description><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Gigi Langer, Ph.D. as they chat about sobriety and how to face obstacles with an open heart!  They also get a chance to delve into her latest book, "Love More Now" which is available on Amazon.com.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52801033</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:05:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52801033/rr_episode_091_open_your_heart.mp3" length="57624480" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week Merrit is joined by Gigi Langer, Ph.D. as they chat about sobriety and how to face obstacles with an open heart!  They also get a chance to delve into her latest book, "Love More Now" which is available on Amazon.com.

Purchase a copy of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week Merrit is joined by Gigi Langer, Ph.D. as they chat about sobriety and how to face obstacles with an open heart!  They also get a chance to delve into her latest book, "Love More Now" which is available on Amazon.com.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2401</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,alcoholism,author,podcastaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety,substanceabuse</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 090 - Routines Can Lead to Freedom</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-090-routines-can-lead-to-freedom--52740411</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is taking time off to spend time with his newly-born grandson.  His producer Jess Branas is taking over the mic to discuss the importance of scheduling time to help you feel free.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52740411</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:01:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52740411/rr_episode_090_routines_can_lead_to_freedom.mp3" length="28899995" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is taking time off to spend time with his newly-born grandson.  His producer Jess Branas is taking over the mic to discuss the importance of scheduling time to help you feel free.

Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is taking time off to spend time with his newly-born grandson.  His producer Jess Branas is taking over the mic to discuss the importance of scheduling time to help you feel free.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1205</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Episode 089 - Find Your Mentor</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-089-find-your-mentor--52659273</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is replaying a previous episode where he is joined by Gary Truce as they chat about their relationship with Gary as his mentor and how important it is to have the support of others. Gary also talks about his new best-selling book "Voices on Visions" which is available on Amazon.com.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52659273</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 12:29:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52659273/rr_episode_051_the_mentor.mp3" length="65710706" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Merrit Hartblay</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Merrit is replaying a previous episode where he is joined by Gary Truce as they chat about their relationship with Gary as his mentor and how important it is to have the support of others. Gary also talks about his new best-selling book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Merrit is replaying a previous episode where he is joined by Gary Truce as they chat about their relationship with Gary as his mentor and how important it is to have the support of others. Gary also talks about his new best-selling book "Voices on Visions" which is available on Amazon.com.<br /><br />Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.com<br />For the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.<br /><br />Hosted by: Merrit Hartblay<br />Executive Producer: Jess Branas<br />http://www.branasenterprises.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2738</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>addiction,addictionrecovery,mentor,podcasts,podcastsaboutlife,recovery,recoverypodcast,sobriety</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09232fcf3403a724407ee66a1ba70ba7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
