Kratom Stories
Transforming Pain. Conquering Addiction. Empowering Lives. Explore the revolutionary power of Kratom in this insightful podcast series hosted by Madalyn Sklar. You'll hear riveting personal accounts of overcoming challenges such as chronic pain, opioid and alcohol addiction, and mental health issues such as anxiety and depression through the use of Kratom. Each episode uncovers the profound impact this botanical has on individuals seeking alternative pathways to healing and well-being. Kratom Stories highlights personal victories and the remarkable resilience of the human spirit. Join us to witness the power of Kratom in turning struggle into strength, one story at a time.
Episodes
Stephanie shares her powerful journey of overcoming opioid addiction and chronic pain with the help of Kratom. After a horseback riding accident left her with lifelong pain, she turned to prescription medications, which eventually spiraled into addiction. While searching online for ways to stop, she discovered Kratom and was able to quit opioids without rehab. Over the last nine years, she has fou...
Sherry Owings shares her powerful journey of overcoming alcohol dependence and a lifetime of chronic pain through Kratom. After surviving a devastating car accident, years of debilitating pain, and dependence on over 26 different medications, Sherry’s life spiraled further when her medications were cut back. To cope, she turned to alcohol while also serving as the caregiver for both her husband an...
In this episode, Madalyn sits down with Tracey Slack, who opens up about her decade-long struggle with heroin and meth addiction and the life-changing discovery that helped her turn it all around: Kratom. Tracey shares how it became the key to easing her withdrawals, lifting her mood, and ultimately breaking the cycle of craving and despair. What began as a desperate search for relief turned into ...
In this powerful episode, Madalyn sits down with Stacy Wismer, who has faced decades of complex health challenges, including interstitial cystitis, depression, and a rare Tarlov cyst that left her in debilitating pain. After surgeries, medications, and therapies failed to provide lasting relief, a 2022 car accident worsened her condition, and then a friend introduced her to Kratom. Starting with sma...
In this powerful episode, Madalyn sits down with Scarlett, a resilient survivor who opens up about her decades-long struggle with substance use and how Kratom became a turning point in her life. Scarlett shares her deeply personal journey, starting with addiction to heroin at age 16 and years spent in and out of treatment, mental hospitals, and methadone and Suboxone programs. After 14 years on Suboxone and feeling trapped by its s...
In this gripping episode, Madalyn sits down with Bunny, the creator of Budget Van Life and a resilient survivor who overcame a years-long meth addiction while living on the road. Bunny shares the harrowing story of how she was first exposed to meth against her will and how her life spiraled into years of painful addiction and delusion while trying to survive in places like Slab City. She details t...
In this powerful episode, Madalyn Sklar sits down with Abram Jacobson, a longtime Kratom consumer and passionate advocate who shares his journey from recreational use to leadership in the Kratom industry. Abram opens up about discovering Kratom and Kava a decade ago in St. Petersburg, Florida, and how the sense of community at his local Kava bar helped him connect with others from all walks of life. He exp...
In this episode of the Kratom Stories Podcast, Madalyn Sklar sits down with John, a longtime grappler and Kratom consumer who shares his powerful, no-holds-barred journey with the plant. After a devastating back injury in 2005 left him bedridden and desperate for relief, John discovered Kratom at a local kava bar—and it changed everything. What began as a way to manage pain turned into a life-enhancing tool that helped him return t...
In this episode of the Kratom Stories Podcast, Madalyn Sklar sits down with Jeremy Steding, founder of 1836 Kratom, to share his powerful journey from touring musician to full-time Kratom advocate and business owner. Jeremy opens up about his personal struggles with alcohol during his years on the road and how a chance encounter at a local shop introduced him to ...
In this powerful episode of the podcast, Stephanie Sue opens up about her remarkable journey with Kratom, which began during a challenging period marked by addiction. After an initial unsuccessful attempt with the plant in 2014, she rediscovered Kratom in 2016 during a pivotal time when the DEA was attempting to ban it. This discovery not only changed her life but ignited a passion for advocacy that led her to work within the Krato...
This week on Kratom Stories, hear Nova Dean's incredible journey from a life consumed by chronic pain and high-dose opioid medication to a state of vibrant well-being thanks to Kratom. Diagnosed with a complex array of conditions, including lupus, fibromyalgia, and PTSD, Nova's pain management became a daily struggle. After years of research and cautious experimentation, she discovered Kratom - a decision supported by open-minded d...
Hailey Reville's journey is one of resilience and discovery. Diagnosed with multiple chronic illnesses at 27, including interstitial cystitis, fibromyalgia, and chronic Epstein-Barr, she initially relied on pain management medications. However, when her prescriptions were abruptly stopped, leaving her to navigate a painful withdrawal, Hailey found herself turning to Kratom after seeing it discussed on TikTok. Through trial and erro...
In this powerful episode of Kratom Stories, Madalyn sits down with Tresa Duckworth, a former correctional officer who traded years of debilitating back pain and opioid dependence for a life transformed by Kratom. Tresa bravely shares her personal journey, from initial skepticism to discovering the remarkable pain relief and improved well-being offered by this natural plant. Her story is one of resilience, detailing the challenges o...
On this week's Kratom Stories, Madalyn shares a compelling interview with Mary M., a woman whose life took an extraordinary turn thanks to Kratom. Mary's journey began with a decades-long struggle with opioid addiction, leading to near-fatal overdoses and a cascade of health problems. She candidly discusses her high-functioning addiction, the life-altering consequences, and the desperation that drove her t...
In this compelling second part of their interview, Misty and Kassie continue to share their inspiring Kratom-assisted recovery journeys. Misty details her transformation from a life of active addiction to a thriving, functional life, highlighting Kratom's role in overcoming years of substance abuse and its positive impact on her family. Kassie describes how Kratom helped her avoid a return to addiction after a relapse, emphasizing ...
In this week's Kratom Stories podcast, Madalyn interviews Misty Brown and Kassie, two women whose lives have been profoundly impacted by Kratom's role in their addiction recovery. Misty, a chronic pain management survivor, recounts her journey from opioid dependence to finding unexpected solace and recovery with Kratom. Kassie shares a strikingly contrasting initial perception of Kratom, evolving from a dismissal based on misinform...
Beryl Higgins, a paramedic, knows firsthand the struggles of chronic pain. After a bout with ovarian cancer, she found herself trapped in a cycle of pain medications that left her feeling sluggish and depleted. Desperate for a better solution, Beryl discovered Kratom through online research and began her own journey of experimentation. Finding the right dosage and strain, specifically green Kratom, proved ...
In this week's Kratom Stories podcast, Madalyn welcomes back Jennifer Gillis for a powerful and insightful conversation. Jennifer, originally featured in episode three, shares her transformative journey using Kratom to alleviate the chronic pain stemming from transverse myelitis. Diagnosed in 2005, Jennifer's life was drastically altered by her condition causing her to suffer from constant pain and rely on alcohol as a coping mecha...
On this week's Kratom Stories, Madalyn speaks with Jennifer Taft, who shares her transformative experience using Kratom to manage chronic pain stemming from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Diagnosed with RA when her daughter was just four years old, Jennifer battled debilitating pain for two decades, relying heavily on opioid painkillers. However, concerns about tolerance, side effects, and a desire for greater control led her to explor...
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