https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-trenches--6813884enSelf-ImprovementThe Buzz 2026https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2523048e21a9b8001588f3b34cb8f7e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-trenches--6813884Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:13:25 +0000The Buzz SCVThe Buzz SCVthebuzzscv@gmail.comIn The Trenches is hosted by Cary Quashen, a treatment expert with over 45 years of sobriety. This program is dedicated to uncovering the "skeletons in the closet" and discussing the difficult topics of addiction, mental health, and the modern drug...false5ae291bf-fafd-5912-9ea1-e960f6b5f4b1episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-39--76195579Episode 39, host Cary Quashen sits down with 18-year-old Christian (24 days sober) and a returning guest celebrating over three months clean for an inspiring discussion on overcoming addiction and reclaiming purpose. Christian shares his raw journey through high school substance abuse—from marijuana and shrooms to Benadryl, nitrous, and cocaine—which led to a four-day bender, hallucinations, and homelessness before he chose inpatient treatment at Action. The installment also highlights the guest's recovery from severe cannabis-induced gastroparesis and her remarkable path toward earning a doctorate, counseling veterans, and founding the Leap Children's Museum in Santa Clarita. This powerful episode reinforces that no matter how deep the struggle, surrendering excuses and embracing support can completely rewrite your future.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/76195579Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:13:23 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 39, host Cary Quashen sits down with 18-year-old Christian (24 days sober) and a returning guest celebrating over three months clean for an inspiring discussion on overcoming addiction and reclaiming purpose. Christian shares his raw...Episode 39, host Cary Quashen sits down with 18-year-old Christian (24 days sober) and a returning guest celebrating over three months clean for an inspiring discussion on overcoming addiction and reclaiming purpose. Christian shares his raw journey through high school substance abuse—from marijuana and shrooms to Benadryl, nitrous, and cocaine—which led to a four-day bender, hallucinations, and homelessness before he chose inpatient treatment at Action. The installment also highlights the guest's recovery from severe cannabis-induced gastroparesis and her remarkable path toward earning a doctorate, counseling veterans, and founding the Leap Children's Museum in Santa Clarita. This powerful episode reinforces that no matter how deep the struggle, surrendering excuses and embracing support can completely rewrite your future.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3195false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-36--76055445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/76055445Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:10:10 +0000The Buzz SCV3124falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-37--76055429
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/76055429Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:02:17 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 37, host Cary Quashen broadcasts from Guerrero Boxing Gym alongside coach Fernando Guerrero and a team of dedicated young fighters to promote two major upcoming community events on October 18th for Cancer Awareness and October 25th for Drug...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>1598false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-38--76055375Episode 38, host Cary Quashen is joined by guest TJ (8 days sober) and co-host Katrina (celebrating 14 months in recovery) for a candid, emotional discussion on the life-and-death realities of addiction. TJ shares a harrowing account of his escalating battle with alcohol and cocaine—from surviving a near-fatal fall off Bouquet Falls at age 22 to hitting rock bottom in a hotel room with a gun—before finding hope through treatment at Action rehab and a pivotal phone call with his 9-year-old daughter. Alongside updates on Guerrero Boxing Gym’s upcoming Fight for Addiction community event, the installment explores the brain chemistry behind triggers and dopamine while reinforcing that true recovery begins when an individual surrenders excuses and chooses life.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/76055375Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:59:33 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 38, host Cary Quashen is joined by guest TJ (8 days sober) and co-host Katrina (celebrating 14 months in recovery) for a candid, emotional discussion on the life-and-death realities of addiction. TJ shares a harrowing account of his...Episode 38, host Cary Quashen is joined by guest TJ (8 days sober) and co-host Katrina (celebrating 14 months in recovery) for a candid, emotional discussion on the life-and-death realities of addiction. TJ shares a harrowing account of his escalating battle with alcohol and cocaine—from surviving a near-fatal fall off Bouquet Falls at age 22 to hitting rock bottom in a hotel room with a gun—before finding hope through treatment at Action rehab and a pivotal phone call with his 9-year-old daughter. Alongside updates on Guerrero Boxing Gym’s upcoming Fight for Addiction community event, the installment explores the brain chemistry behind triggers and dopamine while reinforcing that true recovery begins when an individual surrenders excuses and chooses life.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3127action,addiction,alcoholism,carrie,clarita,dopamine,drug,health,in,mental,prevention,quashion,recovery,rehab,relapse,santa,science,sobriety,the,trenchesfalse38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-35--75497690Episode 35, host Cary Quashen is joined by Christian, his wife, and Jamie for a deeply moving conversation on confronting trauma, grief, and generational addiction. The installment highlights the devastating reality of the fentanyl crisis through the recent loss of Christian's cousin, Dana, while exposing the hidden physical dangers of high-potency THC concentrates and CHS (Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome). Featuring Jamie's powerful determination to rebuild her life and pursue a career in counseling after spending over a decade in the prison system, this episode reinforces that recovery begins by surrendering excuses, finding a higher purpose, and knowing "you are worth it".

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75497690Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:06:45 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 35, host Cary Quashen is joined by Christian, his wife, and Jamie for a deeply moving conversation on confronting trauma, grief, and generational addiction. The installment highlights the devastating reality of the fentanyl crisis through...Episode 35, host Cary Quashen is joined by Christian, his wife, and Jamie for a deeply moving conversation on confronting trauma, grief, and generational addiction. The installment highlights the devastating reality of the fentanyl crisis through the recent loss of Christian's cousin, Dana, while exposing the hidden physical dangers of high-potency THC concentrates and CHS (Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome). Featuring Jamie's powerful determination to rebuild her life and pursue a career in counseling after spending over a decade in the prison system, this episode reinforces that recovery begins by surrendering excuses, finding a higher purpose, and knowing "you are worth it".

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3385action,addiction,awareness,carrie,chs,crisis,drug,fentanyl,in,overdose,prevention,psychosis,quashion,recovery,rehab,relapse,sobriety,thc,the,trenchesfalse35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-34--75194834Episode 34, host Cary Quashen is joined by returning guests Ben and Mike Fleig (both celebrating 38 days sober) for a deep, candid discussion on the brain chemistry of addiction, the pursuit of dopamine, and the life-changing power of surrender,,,. Mike shares a moving letter reflecting on his 50-year battle with pills and alcoholism at 62 years old,,, while Ben discusses breaking free from the dangerous illusion of "drinking like a gentleman",,. Highlighting startling statistics that nearly 40% of Americans experience a substance use disorder in their lifetime, this installment reinforces that seeking help is a courageous act of strength, reminding every listener that past choices do not define your future and that "you are worth it",,,,.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75194834Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:03:33 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 34, host Cary Quashen is joined by returning guests Ben and Mike Fleig (both celebrating 38 days sober) for a deep, candid discussion on the brain chemistry of addiction, the pursuit of dopamine, and the life-changing power of surrender,,,....Episode 34, host Cary Quashen is joined by returning guests Ben and Mike Fleig (both celebrating 38 days sober) for a deep, candid discussion on the brain chemistry of addiction, the pursuit of dopamine, and the life-changing power of surrender,,,. Mike shares a moving letter reflecting on his 50-year battle with pills and alcoholism at 62 years old,,, while Ben discusses breaking free from the dangerous illusion of "drinking like a gentleman",,. Highlighting startling statistics that nearly 40% of Americans experience a substance use disorder in their lifetime, this installment reinforces that seeking help is a courageous act of strength, reminding every listener that past choices do not define your future and that "you are worth it",,,,.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3443action,addiction,alcoholism,carrie,clarita,dopamine,drug,health,in,mental,prevention,quashion,recovery,rehab,relapse,santa,science,sobriety,the,trenchesfalse34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-33--75054310Episode 33, host Cary Quashen marks National Recovery Month by facilitating a poignant and raw discussion with guests Ryan and Ben on the life-and-death stakes of addiction. The episode serves as a sobering memorial for Dana, a daughter and mother recently lost to a fentanyl overdose, and highlights the staggering reality that opiates are now involved in seven out of ten drug overdoses. Through Ryan’s account of relapsing after 20 years of sobriety and Ben’s journey through physical withdrawal and health crises, the show provides a powerful warning about modern substance lethality—including the surge in THC-induced psychosis—while reaffirming the core message that "yesterday does not define you". This installment is a call to choose life, seek connection over isolation, and reclaim your purpose through integrity.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75054310Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:57 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 33, host Cary Quashen marks National Recovery Month by facilitating a poignant and raw discussion with guests Ryan and Ben on the life-and-death stakes of addiction. The episode serves as a sobering memorial for Dana, a daughter and mother...Episode 33, host Cary Quashen marks National Recovery Month by facilitating a poignant and raw discussion with guests Ryan and Ben on the life-and-death stakes of addiction. The episode serves as a sobering memorial for Dana, a daughter and mother recently lost to a fentanyl overdose, and highlights the staggering reality that opiates are now involved in seven out of ten drug overdoses. Through Ryan’s account of relapsing after 20 years of sobriety and Ben’s journey through physical withdrawal and health crises, the show provides a powerful warning about modern substance lethality—including the surge in THC-induced psychosis—while reaffirming the core message that "yesterday does not define you". This installment is a call to choose life, seek connection over isolation, and reclaim your purpose through integrity.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3651action,addiction,clarita,crisis,drug,fentanyl,life,month,national,prevention,psychosis,recovery,rehab,relapse,santa,sober,sobriety,thcfalse33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-32--74723385Episode 32, host Cary Quashen facilitates a deeply emotional and raw conversation featuring long-time friend Bob, returning guest Fabian (celebrating 73 days of sobriety), and former staff member Ryan, who is reclaiming his life after a seven-year relapse following two decades of sobriety. The heart of the installment centers on the tragic and recent loss of Donna and Tom’s daughter, Dana, to a fentanyl overdose, serving as a harrowing reminder that in today's landscape, "all drugs kill" due to lethal contamination in everything from meth to marijuana. This powerful episode explores the "skeletons in the closet" of addiction and grief while offering a path toward healing through the philosophy that "yesterday does not define you".

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74723385Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:57:56 +0000The Buzz SCVIn Episode 32, host Cary Quashen facilitates a deeply emotional and raw conversation featuring long-time friend Bob, returning guest Fabian (celebrating 73 days of sobriety), and former staff member Ryan, who is reclaiming his life after a seven-year...Episode 32, host Cary Quashen facilitates a deeply emotional and raw conversation featuring long-time friend Bob, returning guest Fabian (celebrating 73 days of sobriety), and former staff member Ryan, who is reclaiming his life after a seven-year relapse following two decades of sobriety. The heart of the installment centers on the tragic and recent loss of Donna and Tom’s daughter, Dana, to a fentanyl overdose, serving as a harrowing reminder that in today's landscape, "all drugs kill" due to lethal contamination in everything from meth to marijuana. This powerful episode explores the "skeletons in the closet" of addiction and grief while offering a path toward healing through the philosophy that "yesterday does not define you".

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2904action,addiction,awareness,carrie,clarita,crisis,drug,fentanyl,health,in,life,mental,overdose,quashion,recovery,rehab,santa,sober,sobriety,thefalse32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-31--74405193In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and veteran teen counselor Jacy dive deep into what Cary calls the "silent pandemic" of modern substance abuse: THC-induced psychosis. Cary shares the staggering statistic that he has sent more people to emergency rooms for marijuana-related mental breaks in the last 18 months than in his previous 40 years of treatment.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74405193Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:26:32 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and veteran teen counselor Jacy dive deep into what Cary calls the "silent pandemic" of modern substance abuse: THC-induced psychosis. Cary shares the staggering statistic that he has...In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and veteran teen counselor Jacy dive deep into what Cary calls the "silent pandemic" of modern substance abuse: THC-induced psychosis. Cary shares the staggering statistic that he has sent more people to emergency rooms for marijuana-related mental breaks in the last 18 months than in his previous 40 years of treatment.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3299actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,carriequashion,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentingtips,recoveryjourney,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,teenmentalhealth,thcpsychosis,thebuzzscvfalse31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-30--73925666
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73925666Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:05:03 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Carrie Quashion facilitates a powerful multigenerational conversation on the brutal realities of alcoholism and the "amnesia" of addiction. The episode features three men at different stages of life...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3434actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakthestigma,carriequashion,chooselife,drunkdrivingprevention,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,integrity,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,thcpsychosis,thebuzzscvfalse30fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-29--73570086
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73570086Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:44:01 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and co-host Robby Robinson welcome back Fernando Guerrero and his team from Guerrero Boxing to celebrate a historic achievement for Santa Clarita youth sports. The episode centers on the...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3481actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,carriequashion,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,guerreroboxing,integrity,inthetrenches,juniorolympics,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentingtips,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,thebuzzscv,youthmentorshipfalse29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-28--73218217
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73218217Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:12:25 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 28, hosted by Cary Quashen with co-host Robby Robinson (an intervention specialist for the sheriff’s department and former gang probation officer), focuses on the "Parent Bill of Rights" and the critical need for parents to...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3755actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,enabling,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,intervention,inthetrenches,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentbillofrights,parentingtips,recoveryjourney,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,thebuzzscvfalse28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-26--73110746
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73110746Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:54:43 +0000The Buzz SCVEpisode 26 of In the Trenches, hosted by Cary Quashen with co-host Dylan, features a diverse range of topics, from community sports achievements and Carrie’s medical recovery to a deep dive into the psychological disconnect between modern parents and...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2850actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,guerreroboxing,inthetrenches,juniorolympics,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentingtips,santaclarita,snakesafety,soberlife,sobriety,thcpsychosis,thebuzzscv,tranqfalse26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-27--73110680
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73110680Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:41:36 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the latest episode of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and counselor Chris facilitate a deep conversation with three individuals at different stages of their recovery: John (60 days sober), Debbie (202 days sober), and Sandy (8 days sober). The...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>323012steps,actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,dopamine,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,suicideprevention,thcpsychosis,thebuzzscvfalse27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-25--73090828
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73090828Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:02:44 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen shares a harrowing personal account of surviving a bite from a Southern Pacific rattlesnake. Describing a "rookie mistake" during a snake removal call 13 days prior, Cary recounts the...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3055actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,carriequashion,drunkdrivingprevention,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,santaclarita,snakesafety,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,suicideprevention,thebuzzscvfalse25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-24--72483065
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72483065Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:33:10 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 24 features a raw and powerful conversation with three guests—Charles, Fabian, and Scott—who share their journeys of surviving near-death experiences and finding the path to recovery. The episode centers on the concept of...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2979actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,dopamine,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,lifeafterdrugs,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentingtips,recoverystories,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,suicideprevention,thcpsychosisfalse24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-23--72482892
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72482892Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:28:50 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 23, hosted by Cary Quashen, features an emotional and educational deep dive into the mechanics of relapse, the role of dopamine in the brain, and the powerful theory of "Internal Contracts". Cary is joined by guests Lorraine,...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3403actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,chooselife,dopamine,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,lifeafterdrugs,mentalhealthawareness,parentingtips,recoveryjourney,santaclarita,soberlife,sobriety,successstories,suicideprevention,thcpsychosisfalse23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-22--72482823
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72482823Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:24:12 +0000The Buzz SCVThis Episode of In The Trenches features an emotional and raw look at the journey of recovery through the eyes of two fathers, Caesar and Ruben, who are fighting to reclaim their lives and families from the grip of addiction.
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2807actiondrugrehab,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,chooselife,everythingkills.,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,lifeafterdrugs,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentingrolemodels,recoverystories,santaclarita,sobriety,successinsobriety,suicideprevention,thcpsychosisfalse22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-21--71993659
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71993659Wed, 13 May 2026 18:17:17 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 21, hosted by Cary Quashen, features an insightful and raw conversation with two members of his own team at Action Drug Rehab: Dylan and Chris. This episode is a deep dive into the hosts' personal histories, the mechanics of...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3316actiondrug,addictionrecovery,breakingthestigma,carriequashion,everythingkills,fentanylcrisis,internalcontracts,inthetrenches,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,overdoseprevention,parentingtips,rehab,skidrowtosuccess,soberlife,sobriety,socialmediaaddiction,suicideprevention,thcpsychosis,treatmentcentersfalse21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-20--71861998
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71861998Mon, 04 May 2026 18:02:21 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 20 features returning guests James, Lorena, and Gesselle in a raw and emotional discussion about the modern drug crisis, the "shadow person" of addiction, and the redemptive power of recovery.
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2930addiction,crisis,drug,modern,of,person","shadow,thefalse20fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-19--71422722
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71422722Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:58:00 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 19, hosted by Cay Quashen, takes a significant departure from the show's usual focus on addiction and mental health to present "Snake School." Cary, who has accidentally become known as the "snake wrangler of Santa Clarita"...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2118and,clarita,community,educate,identification.,of,on,safety,santa,school,scott,snake,son,the,to,wranglerfalse19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-18--71244219
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71244219Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:07:37 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 18 features a deeply inspiring look at youth boxing as a vehicle for mentorship, discipline, and building integrity. Cary is joined by Fernando Guerrero, a professional boxer and former national champion who now runs Guerrero...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2619a,and,as,boxing,building,clarita,discipline,for,guerrero,in,integrity,mentorship,santa,vehiclefalse18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-17--71191978
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71191978Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:34:39 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 17 focuses on the "thriving" stage of recovery, featuring returning guest Corey and new guest Aaliyah. The episode emphasizes that "we are as sick as our secrets" and that bringing those secrets to light is the first step...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3379aaliyah,and,are,as,corey,focuses,guest,new,of,on,our,recovery,secrets,sick,stage,the,"thriving",wefalse17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-16--71004769In The Trenches Episode 16 focuses on the "miracles" and success stories of recovery, moving away from the "doom and gloom" of previous episodes to highlight how individuals can reclaim their lives. Cary is joined by two guests, Billy and Victor, who share their long journeys through addiction to their current states of sobriety.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71004769Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:38:09 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 16 focuses on the "miracles" and success stories of recovery, moving away from the "doom and gloom" of previous episodes to highlight how individuals can reclaim their lives. Cary is joined by two guests, Billy and Victor, who...In The Trenches Episode 16 focuses on the "miracles" and success stories of recovery, moving away from the "doom and gloom" of previous episodes to highlight how individuals can reclaim their lives. Cary is joined by two guests, Billy and Victor, who share their long journeys through addiction to their current states of sobriety.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3344addiction,and,billy,current,journeys,long,"miracles",of,recovery,share,sobriety.,states,stories,success,their,through,to,victor,whofalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-15--70934645
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70934645Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:57:09 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 15 focuses on the homelessness crisis in Santa Clarita and the critical importance of community partnerships in saving lives from overdoses. The episode features Nicole, the shelter manager for Bridge to Home, who discusses the...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2295false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-14--70629493
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70629493Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:27:52 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 14 continues the podcast's mission of discussing "the things nobody wants to talk about," focusing on the modern fentanyl crisis, the reality of counterfeit pills, and the devastating physical consequences of alcoholism.
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2941counterfeit,crisis,fentanyl,modern,of,pills,reality,thefalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-13--70554977
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70554977Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:12:32 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 13 continues the podcast's mission of discussing the "skeletons in the closet" and difficult topics surrounding addiction and mental health. Cary, who celebrated 45 years of sobriety on Christmas Eve, is joined by returning...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>339045,christmas,closet,eve,in,of,on,skeletons,sobriety,the,yearsfalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-12--70397226
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70397226Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:35:08 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 12 serves as a powerful continuation of the discussion on clinical depression and suicide, specifically following up on the high volume of listener feedback regarding Kevin story from a previous episode. Cary is joined by...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3071and,care,church,clinical,depression,from,hills,licensed,pastor,therapist,valenciafalse12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-11--70180655
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70180655Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:03:26 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 11 features a raw discussion with three young guests—Denim, McKenzie, and Andrew—about the current drug landscape, the reality of "pressed" pills, and the hidden dangers of modern THC.
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3612current,discussion,drug,in,landscape,raw,the,three,trenches,with,youngfalse11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-10--70043835
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70043835Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:50:54 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 10 features a powerful and emotional exploration of clinical depression, suicide, and the "prisons" people create in their own minds. Returning guest Katrina, who provides a success update, and new guest Kevin, who shares a...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2706and,clinical,create,depression,emotional,exploration,in,minds,of,own,people,powerful,"prisons",theirfalse10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-9--69849107In the Trenches Episode 9 features a "very different" discussion focused on boxing as a tool for recovery, discipline, and purpose. The central guest is Fernando Guerrero, a former national champion and professional boxer who now runs Guerrero Boxing in Santa Clarita, where he mentors local youth to keep them out of trouble.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69849107Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:34:14 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the Trenches Episode 9 features a "very different" discussion focused on boxing as a tool for recovery, discipline, and purpose. The central guest is Fernando Guerrero, a former national champion and professional boxer who now runs Guerrero Boxing...In the Trenches Episode 9 features a "very different" discussion focused on boxing as a tool for recovery, discipline, and purpose. The central guest is Fernando Guerrero, a former national champion and professional boxer who now runs Guerrero Boxing in Santa Clarita, where he mentors local youth to keep them out of trouble.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2531boxing,clarita,guerrero,in,santafalse9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-8--69691673
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69691673Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:46:56 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the Trenches Episode 8 focuses on the "hidden secrets" of raising children in the modern era, specifically addressing the impact of social media, lack of parental involvement, and the challenges faced by educators. Cary is joined by three guests...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3099addressing,children,era,"hidden,impact,in,media,modern,of,raising,secrets",social,specifically,the,trenchesfalse8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-7--69564559most sensitive and spiritual person in the room

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69564559Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:44:47 +0000The Buzz SCVRabbi Mendy provides a unique philosophical perspective, suggesting that an addict is often the most sensitive and spiritual person in the roommost sensitive and spiritual person in the room

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3525addict,mendy,most,often,person,perspective,philosophical,provides,rabbi,sensitive,spiritual,suggestingfalse7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-6--69471378In the Trenches Episode 6 features a deeply emotional and unique conversation with Ellie Laks, the founder of The Gentle Barn. For this episode, Carrie shifts the format, stepping out of the primary interviewer role to be interviewed alongside Ellie by co-host Dylan. The episode explores the profound parallels between rescuing broken animals and rehabilitating broken people, centered on the idea that every life is worth saving

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69471378Fri, 16 Jan 2026 21:01:04 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the Trenches Episode 6 features a deeply emotional and unique conversation with Ellie Laks, the founder of The Gentle Barn. For this episode, Carrie shifts the format, stepping out of the primary interviewer role to be interviewed alongside Ellie...In the Trenches Episode 6 features a deeply emotional and unique conversation with Ellie Laks, the founder of The Gentle Barn. For this episode, Carrie shifts the format, stepping out of the primary interviewer role to be interviewed alongside Ellie by co-host Dylan. The episode explores the profound parallels between rescuing broken animals and rehabilitating broken people, centered on the idea that every life is worth saving

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3507and,animals,broken,people,rehabilitating,rescuingfalse6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-5--69376739In The Trenches Episode 5, hosted by Cary Quashen, continues its mission of uncovering the "secrets and skeletons in the closet" regarding addiction and mental health. Carrie, who celebrated 45 years (16,451 days) of sobriety on Christmas Eve, notes a staggering shift in statistics, stating that while addiction used to affect one in six Americans, current numbers suggest nearly one-third of the population will face an alcohol or drug problem in their lifetime.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69376739Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:50:55 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 5, hosted by Cary Quashen, continues its mission of uncovering the "secrets and skeletons in the closet" regarding addiction and mental health. Carrie, who celebrated 45 years (16,451 days) of sobriety on Christmas Eve, notes a...In The Trenches Episode 5, hosted by Cary Quashen, continues its mission of uncovering the "secrets and skeletons in the closet" regarding addiction and mental health. Carrie, who celebrated 45 years (16,451 days) of sobriety on Christmas Eve, notes a staggering shift in statistics, stating that while addiction used to affect one in six Americans, current numbers suggest nearly one-third of the population will face an alcohol or drug problem in their lifetime.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3218action,addiction,carrie,counterfeit,fentanyl,health,liver,mental,person,pills,psychosis,quashion,ranch,recovery,shadow,sobriety,thc,the,transplant,treatmentfalse5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-4--69173210
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69173210Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:32:48 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 4, hosted by Cary Quashen and co-host Robbie Robinson, features a raw discussion on the modern drug crisis, the fallacy of "safe" experimentation, and the personal recovery stories of guests Less and Corey. Carrie, who...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3278&,action,addiction,drug,expert,health,health:,mental,programs,rehab,treatmentfalse4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-3--69065633
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69065633Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:45:00 +0000The Buzz SCVIn the Trenches Episode 3, hosted by Cary Quashen, features a discussion focused on the intersection of education, law enforcement, and parenting. Carrie is joined by two prominent community figures: Dr. Mike Vera, the Superintendent of the William S....
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>2823district,heart,intervention,michael,ph.d.,robinson,scv,specialis,superintendent robby,vierrafalse3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-2--69014821In The Trenches Episode 2 features host Cary Quashen leading a discussion centered on gratitude, recovery, and the personal journeys of three guests: Katrina, Jack, and Dylan. Recorded shortly after Thanksgiving, the episode focuses on finding purpose after hitting "rock bottom" and the importance of maintaining sobriety through life’s trials.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69014821Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:22:39 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 2 features host Cary Quashen leading a discussion centered on gratitude, recovery, and the personal journeys of three guests: Katrina, Jack, and Dylan. Recorded shortly after Thanksgiving, the episode focuses on finding purpose...In The Trenches Episode 2 features host Cary Quashen leading a discussion centered on gratitude, recovery, and the personal journeys of three guests: Katrina, Jack, and Dylan. Recorded shortly after Thanksgiving, the episode focuses on finding purpose after hitting "rock bottom" and the importance of maintaining sobriety through life’s trials.

Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3538false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-trenches-episode-1--68858704
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68858704Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:05:10 +0000The Buzz SCVIn The Trenches Episode 1, hosted by Cary Quashen, was released on December 3, 2025, and features a deep dive into the modern drug crisis, specifically the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills,. Carrie, who has been in treatment for over 40 years...
Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be the person you want your child to grow up and be".]]>3160addiction,health,mental,trenchesfalse1full