Rooted Recovery Stories

  Watch: Listen: Follow: What if the place that was supposed to feel like home felt more like a prison? In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with media strategist, Melissa Bull, who opens up about growing up in a chaotic home shaped by her mother’s struggles with hoarding and mental […]

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Sobriety and music were what saved Alex Hall’s life from the grips of addiction. But before he was able to put down the bottle he felt it was something he needed as the catalyst to achieve success as a singer/songwriter. Join host Patrick Custer as he sits down with country music

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Music became Madeline Finn’s path to healing, but it wasn’t always that way. Before becoming a talented songwriter, singer, bassist, and producer, Madeline struggled with addiction, mental health challenges, and the journey of self-discovery. In this episode, she discusses her upcoming album Parts Work, which tackles themes of healing, addiction, and

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Songwriting saved Fimone’s life, but before music became the outlet for her that it is today, she struggled with addiction, trauma, and the overwhelming journey of self-acceptance. In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Fimone opens up about her path from growing up in rural Minnesota to navigating the complexities of

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Divorce and abandonment can leave us feeling lost and uncertain, but they also hold the potential for profound transformation. In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Mari Brown sits with host Patrick Custer as they dive deep into the themes of beauty, resilience, and transformation. Join them for a heartfelt conversation

  Watch: Listen: Follow: This week on Rooted Recovery Stories, the one and only Jason Rhee, wedding planner, recovering comedian, and all-around hilarious human, joins host Patrick Custer for a conversation that’s equal parts heartfelt and laugh-out-loud funny. Jason takes us on a wild ride through his journey to sobriety and self-discovery, sharing the highs,

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Comedian Evan Williams joins host Patrick Custer to share his journey through addiction, the impact of his mother’s mental health struggles, and how humor became a coping mechanism during challenging times. Evan opens up about his childhood experiences, including the emotional weight of his mother’s battles with mental health and the

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Bethany Joy Lenz opens up with host, Patrick Custer, in this powerful interview where they discuss untapped, dynamic perspectives into her life’s story. Bethany reflects on growing up in a conservative Christian household and discovering her passion for acting at a young age. She also shares her experience navigating the entertainment

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Patrick Custer sits down with the incredibly talented singer/songwriter, Rachel Platten, for a candid and vulnerable conversation about Rachel’s personal journey through postpartum depression, the challenges of motherhood, and the healing power of music and faith. Rachel opens up about the tough moments of feeling lost and overwhelmed, sharing the raw

  Watch: Listen: Follow: Join co-hosts Patrick Custer and Erin Dugan as they dive into the complexities of mental health during the holiday season. In this candid conversation, they explore the themes of stress, emotional regulation, and the impact of family dynamics on our well-being. Whether you’re dealing with family expectations, grieving lost loved ones,