Falling to Freedom

About Falling to Freedom

Welcome to Falling to Freedom; the weekly podcast that brings thoughtful, informed and challenging discussions about addiction to the forefront of everyone's minds. Join us as we discuss the root causes, effects, collateral damage, and of course solutions to this growing problem. Topics include addiction and homelessness, addiction and crime, the tragedy of overdose, prescription drugs, the impact on communities and more... Addiction is the dirty little secret that every family deals with but no one wants to talk about.

Publisher

Chad LaComb

Category

education · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Mar 2025

Latest episode

8 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Mar 2026

   (ACEs) Adverse Childhood Experiences and Addiction

   In Episode 26, host Chad LaComb speaks with Bridgette J. Peteet, PhD, MA.; professor of psychology at Loma Linda University. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and the author of (Dis)Honor Thy Mother: Daughterhood, Dysfunction and Deliverance. Together, they explore childhood trauma and the hidden roots of addiction. This episode addresses a subject that is often left unspoken. It looks at the harm that can grow when the mother-child relationship is shaped by neglect. It also considers emotional distance and dysfunction. Dr. Peteet draws from professional insight and personal experience. She explains how adverse childhood experiences can affect identity, showing how those experiences can shape mental health and relationships and increase the risk of addiction. Chad and Dr. Peteet discuss how destructive family patterns can pass from one generation to the next. They examine what it takes to break those cycles. Healing requires truth and courage. It also requires steady and intentional work. Their conversation points to the healing power of faith and highlights therapy and mentoring. Supportive communities can help people face the past; it can also help them build a healthier future. If you have ever wondered how childhood wounds continue to shape adult life, this is a conversation worth hearing. Don’t forget to Like, Follow, and Share. Let’s bring truth and healing into the conversation. #ChildhoodTrauma #AddictionRecovery #BreakingTheCycle

2. 

   6 Feb 2026

   Epigenetics, Addiction And The Power Of Healthy Habits

   Molecular biologist and pastor Dr. Lu Wing discusses epigenetics with host Chad LaComb, revealing how healthy habits and faith can rewire the brain and body for addiction recovery in this interview.

3. 

   23 Dec 2025

   Brooke Torres: A Woman Set Free

   Host Chad interviews Brooke Torres, who shares her powerful story of overcoming a 15-year battle with drug addiction and abusive relationships to find redemption and rebuild her life through faith.

Who has been a guest on Falling to Freedom

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Lu Wing
• Brooke Torres
• Cameron Birk
• Andy Bales
• Dr Ricky Bluthenthal

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,792

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 43 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

46

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

32

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Books guests

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