Overdose & Aftermath, Losing the Father of My Son

⚠️ Trigger Warning: Addiction and sexual assault. Hear Naomi's honest conversation about trauma, addiction, survival, and finding a way forward. She shares how she overcame some of the darkest parts of her life and now works with Network180, helping others who are facing hard times. Her story is heavy, powerful, and full of hope.

Zoe shares her road through addiction, the moment she nearly lost her life, and what it took to choose recovery when everything was on the line. She also opens up about how that experience changed her outlook, and what honesty looks like as a parent after you’ve been through the darkest parts. Real story. Real growth. No glamorizing, just truth.

We talk about what it really means to break the chain of addiction, in your mind, your habits, your relationships, and your family line. We talk about the 2% that make it out of severe addiction and the small, daily decisions that compound into a completely different life. If you’ve ever said “I’m not going out like that,” this episode is for you.

Addiction starts with pain, not a substance. Join our host Noize Pierce in hearing the story of featured guest, Ian, and what addiction cost him, what nearly took him out, and what finally made him say "enough". Join us while we discuss cravings, triggers, mental health, and the uncomfortable truth than recovery is a daily, conscious decision.