Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Getting to Know "Never Say No Josh" Smith | The Way Out Podcast Episode 423
Getting to Know "Never Say No Josh" Smith | The Way Out Podcast Episode 423
Getting to Know "Never Say No Josh" Smith | The Way Out Podcast Episode 423
Monday 11th November 2024
Josh Smith shares his journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting his dedication to helping others and the power of community support.
95 minutes
Inspiring
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Raw
Honest
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Episode Overview
- Josh Smith's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery.
- The importance of community support in maintaining sobriety.
- Challenges faced by individuals with criminal records in finding housing.
- Josh's dedication to helping others through Life Recovery Ministries.
- The impact of being a board member for the Recovery Cafe in Anoka County.
'Without my recovery, I have nothing.'
Josh Smith, affectionately known as 'Never Say No Josh', takes centre stage in this episode of The Way Out Podcast. Hosted by Charlie and Jason, the conversation dives deep into Josh's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery. Josh opens up about his substance of choice, his recovery date, and his unyielding commitment to helping others in the recovery community.
From leading the Life Recovery Ministries at North Star Community Church to serving breakfast with Rooted Men's Ministry, Josh's dedication is truly remarkable. His nickname, 'Never Say No Josh', perfectly captures his willingness to help anyone in need. Josh's story is filled with heart-wrenching moments, including his childhood struggles with a drug-using mother and his own battles with addiction.
He shares how his mother's influence led him down a dark path, but also how he found strength and purpose in recovery. This episode is not just about Josh's past; it's about his incredible transformation and the positive impact he's making today. He discusses the challenges of finding housing with a criminal record and the triumph of securing a stable job. The hosts highlight Josh's achievements, including his role as a board member for the Recovery Cafe in Anoka County.
The episode wraps up with a powerful message from Josh: 'Keep fighting. Life's going to happen whether you're sober or not, but it's going to be worth it.' This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of community support. Tune in to hear Josh's raw and honest account of his journey and be inspired by his unwavering commitment to recovery.