Hell Has an Exit Podcast with Bryan Alzate
Hell Has an Exit Podcast is the most listened to podcast for struggling and recovering addicts, hosted by Bryan Alzate, a recovering addict himself. The podcast features intense, raw and vulnerable interviews with individuals who have battled similar demons, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll feel, you’ll think. Bryan's personal journey fuels his desire to help others find their own paths to recovery. Having carved a niche as an entrepreneur in the healthcare industry, Bryan not only brings his own personal journey to the table but also his professional experience in addiction and mental health. Go to @hellhasanexit on Instagram if you wanna talk about it. For more info check us out at: https://www.hellhasanexitpod.com/ If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction please call: (833) 999-1877
Episodes
April 16, 2024 • 87 mins
Join host Bryan Alzate and special guest Bruce W. Brackett (BWB) in Episode 162 of "The Hell Has an Exit" podcast as they explore Bruce's remarkable journey from addiction and mental health struggles to authoring his gripping memoir, "How to Breathe While Suffocating." Delve into BWB's raw and transformative narrative, where he discusses pivotal moments that led him to sobriety and self-discovery through art. With candid vulnerabil...
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April 9, 2024 • 60 mins
Join host Bryan Alzate in this down to earth episode of Hell Has an Exit as he sits down with acclaimed guitarist Clint Lowery, known for his tenure in the heavy rock band Sevendust. Clint opens up about the highs and lows of life both on and off the stage.
In this revealing interview, Clint candidly shares his struggles with addiction and the pivotal moment that led him to seek help and embark on a journey of recovery. Despite f...
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April 2, 2024 • 67 mins
Welcome to Episode 160 of Hell Has an Exit, Today Teddy sits down with special guest Hunter Shepard for an insightful conversation about addiction, recovery, and the journey to redemption.
Hunter shares his raw and unfiltered story, from his early days experimenting with drugs to his harrowing experiences with addiction and the road to recovery. Hunter opens up about his struggles with substance abuse, including methamphetamine, o...
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March 26, 2024 • 71 mins
Join host Teddy Tarantino, as he delves into the raw and powerful story of Luis on Episode 159 of "Hell Has an Exit. On this Episode Luis opens up about his deeply rooted belief that addiction was a struggle he was born into, a conviction stemming from his upbringing and early experiences in Puerto Rico. As he reflects on his past, Luis reveals moments of despair that punctuated his journey, including his father’s physical abuse.
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Episode 158 of "The Hell Has an Exit" Podcast introduces a new segment called "The Entrepreneur Spotlight," featuring Jordan S, a guest whose entrepreneurial journey and repo business have enabled him to fulfill his dream car collection. In a candid conversation, Jordan shares his passion for cars, his experiences in the car community, and his deep connection with his favorite vehicles.
Join us in this captivating episode as we sh...
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March 20, 2024 • 65 mins
Join us for a deeply personal and enlightening episode of The Hell Has an Exit Podcast as host Teddy Tarantino sits down with Ryan Primer, better known on social media as ""Your Anxiety Is Lying 2 Yew." With over a million followers on Instagram, Ryan shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and the complexities of mental health.
In this candid conversation, Ryan bravely opens up about his childhood marked by trauma and a t...
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In this episode of The Hell Has an Exit Podcast, host Teddy Tarantino sits down with Tony Hoffman, whose life story is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride through darkness into light. On December 13th, 2008, Tony walked out of the California Department of Corrections a free man after serving a two-year sentence for a drug-related robbery.
But Tony's journey was far from over. Behind the facade of BMX stardom and sponsorship deal...
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March 5, 2024 • 47 mins
Check out the latest episode of the Hell Has an Exit podcast with host Teddy Tarantino and special guest Max. In this powerful conversation, Max shares his incredible journey from the streets of Miami to 22 years of sobriety.
Never in his wildest dreams did Max imagine he'd be celebrating over two decades of sobriety and co-hosting a podcast with someone he once saw walking the streets. From facing 22 years in prison to finding re...
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February 27, 2024 • 98 mins
Welcome to Episode 154 with special guest David P, as he opens up about his upbringing, his early success in baseball, and the downward spiral fueled by substance abuse.
David reflects on his adolescent years, marked by achievements in baseball but also by a longing for acceptance and struggles with insecurity. He candidly discusses how his experimentation with drugs, initially starting with marijuana, escalated to include Xanax, ...
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February 20, 2024 • 101 mins
Join Teddy Tarantino on the latest episode of "Hell Has an Exit" as he sits down with Brandon Novak. From a prodigious start in skateboarding, where he was discovered by legends Tony Hawk and Bucky Lasek when he was just a teenager, to becoming the world's first skateboarder sponsored by Gatorade at the age of 14.
He soon toured the country on the Powell-Peralta team, landing endorsement deals with Gatorade, and even starring in c...
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February 13, 2024 • 59 mins
Welcome to Episode 152 of the "Hell Has an Exit" podcast, host Teddy Tarantino sits down with Melissa P., a survivor whose resilience shines through despite enduring 25 years of addiction. Melissa's journey is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome immense adversity.
Melissa recounts a difficult childhood marred by dysfunction and instability, where she was raised by her grandparents in a proper household. However,...
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On Episode 151 of the "Hell Has an Exit" podcast, host Teddy Tarantino sits down with Peter "Chappy" Meyerhoff, best-selling author, motivational speaker, podcast host, loving husband, and devoted father.
Chappy's life took an unexpected turn when he was falsely accused of a crime during his high school years, leading him to drop out of school and fall in with a troubled crowd. His seemingly idyllic upbringing was abruptly disrup...
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January 30, 2024 • 100 mins
Welcome to another episode of "Hell Has an Exit." I'm your host, Teddy Tarantino, and today, we've got something different in store for you. We're switching things up by bringing you an exclusive interview with Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, one of the most notorious figures in the world of organized crime.
In this episode, we're going to delve deep into Sammy's life and his experiences in the mafia. It's a chance to hear the unfiltere...
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January 30, 2024 • 105 mins
On this episode of Hell Has an Exit, Teddy welcomes Katherine F., who courageously opens up about her tumultuous life journey. From a young age, Katherine's life was marked by an introduction to opiates due to a sports injury. Despite growing up in a supportive family, she grappled with a craving for attention and a rebellious streak that led her down a treacherous path.
Her descent into drug addiction, particularly opiates, bega...
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January 30, 2024 • 62 mins
Welcome to episode 148 of Hell Has an Exit"! Join us for an eye opening conversation with our special guest, social media influencer Rachel Slocum, best known for her candid & hilarious portrayal of motherhood, sobriety, and the ups and downs of life.
In this episode, Rachel shares her rollercoaster of a journey from addiction to recovery, shedding light on the harsh realities of substance abuse and the path to redemption.
Rache...
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January 9, 2024 • 87 mins
In today's episode, Teddy welcomes Paul, a recovering addict with a powerful story of change and redemption. Paul shares his journey from a young age when he started using drugs to his descent into addiction over the course of 20 years.
Paul's story is a poignant reminder that addiction doesn't discriminate. Growing up in a diverse neighborhood in New York City during the 1960s, he often felt like he didn't quite fit in. As the '6...
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Welcome to episode 146 of Hell Has an Exit. On this Episode Teddy invites Dr. Barry who he’s known since his earliest days in recovery. Dr. Barry is what we call a unicorn in South Florida, being born and raised in Broward County. In this episode the two go on to talk about their earliest signs of addiction even before drugs were ever in the picture. Dr. Barry shares instances where he had this natural entrepreneurial instinct to b...
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December 27, 2023 • 53 mins
In this episode of "Hell Has an Exit," Teddy Tarantino welcomes Jessica as her special guest. Jessica is not just a listener but a dedicated fan who has been with the podcast since the beginning.
Jessica's backstory unravels, highlighting her early years as a shy, introverted child from a loving family. Her parents worked hard to provide for their four children, with Jessica being the oldest. Despite her parents' best efforts, Jes...
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December 22, 2023 • 50 mins
Today on Hell Has an Exit, host Teddy Tarantino welcomes Dominic as his guest for a deep dive into Dominic's journey from addiction to recovery. Dominic's story begins with his upbringing in Jersey City, New Jersey, and his later moves to Las Vegas and Miami, all marked by significant family challenges.
In Las Vegas, Dominic started experimenting with drugs, starting with marijuana and alcohol. His teenage years were characterized...
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December 7, 2023 • 63 mins
In this gripping episode of the "Hell Has an Exit" podcast, guest Dusty shares her harrowing journey through addiction. She bravely recounts 11 life-threatening overdoses, the desperate measures she took to feed her addiction, and the pivotal moments that led her to seek recovery.
Dusty opens up about the chaos that engulfed her life during her darkest days and the emotional complexities of relationships within the recovery commun...
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