When someone you care about is fighting addiction, finding help feels hopeless. Hope Within Reach is your guide to every aspect of addiction. Listen along for expert advice to help navigate the recovery process while protecting your own well-being.
Hope Within Reach Ep 13 | Helping Youth Heal After Addiction at Home | FEATURING Jennifer Ortiz
When a young person is struggling, the signs are not always obvious, and the adults who love them often feel unsure of what to say or do next.
In this episode of Hope Within Reach, Jennifer Ortiz shares what is really happening beneath the surface for teens and young people who are hurting, especially when addiction has touched their lives or their homes. Jennifer talks about the pressures young people face today, why they often hide their pain, the warning signs families should not overlook, and how trust is rebuilt one honest conversation at a time.
We also talk about what it looks like to walk alongside a young person without losing yourself in the process, the steps parents and caregivers can take to create a safe place at home, and how youth can begin to believe their story is not over.
If you are a parent, grandparent, caregiver, youth leader, or teen trying to find your way through the pain addiction leaves behind, this conversation will help you understand what may really be going on and what hope can look like next.
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16 Sept 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 12 | Helping Kids Break the Cycle | FEATURING Justin Smith
When addiction affects a parent or sibling, children often carry pain they do not know how to name, and families do not always know how to help.
In this episode of Hope Within Reach, Justin Smith shares what is really going on underneath the behavior of hurting children, especially when addiction has shaped life at home. Drawing from years of walking with teens at the ranch, Justin talks about broken trust, trauma, patience, warning signs families should not ignore, and how healing often begins in simple but powerful spaces where a child finally feels safe.
We also talk about what real breakthrough looks like, the hard work families must do if healing is going to last, and how young people can begin to believe they are more than what they have been through.
If you are a parent, grandparent, sibling, caregiver, or teen trying to navigate the pain addiction leaves behind, this conversation will help you understand what may really be happening and what hope can look like next.
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2 Sept 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 11 | The Other Side of the Secret | FEATURING Linda Seiler
🎧 Part 2 of our conversation with Linda Seiler. In Episode 10, Linda told the secret she'd carried for 21 years. In this episode, she tells us what happened next — and it wasn't a light switch.
Linda walks through the years-long process that followed: the counseling, the people who stayed, the setbacks that made her wonder if anything was actually changing, and why she stayed silent about her story for eight more years before going public. She also speaks directly to the people on the other side of this — the parents, pastors, and friends who love someone in the middle of it and have no idea what to say.
If you're waiting on change for yourself or for someone you love, and the waiting is starting to feel like proof that it won't happen, this one's for you.
Linda is the author of Trans-Formation, executive director of ReStory Ministries, and an ordained Assemblies of God minister.
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19 Aug 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 10 | Trapped: A Battle for Identity | FEATURING Linda Seiler
🎧 Linda Seiler joins Hope Within Reach to share her raw, unforgettable story of growing up in the 1970s feeling like a boy trapped in a female body. She opens up about years of silent struggle with sexual addiction, same-sex attraction, and a shame so deep she believed she was the only person on earth who felt this way.
In this raw and unfiltered episode, Linda opens up about the moment she confessed her darkest secret to a campus pastor, and how his response changed the entire trajectory of her life. If you've ever wondered whether freedom is really possible from something you've hidden for years, this conversation will meet you right where you are.
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5 Aug 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 9 | Freedom From Stigma & Shame | FEATURING Jeff Bonzelaar
In this episode, Jeff Bonzelaar - the Executive Director of Adult and Teen Challenge and author of Reducing the Stigma and Shame of Addiction - joins host Rebecca Walker to draw a powerful line between guilt ("I did wrong") and shame ("I am wrong").
Whether you've been wounded by the labels others have placed on you or you're walking alongside someone lost in addiction, this episode will challenge you to see people—and yourself—through God's eyes. Jeff shares practical, biblical wisdom on breaking the cycle of stigma and shame, and why genuine friendship and love are the most powerful forces in any recovery journey.
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22 Jul 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 8 | Persevering Faith | FEATURING Kelly Shackelford
Kelly Shackelford, President of First Liberty Institute, joins our host Rebecca Walker on Hope Within Reach to share how everyday believers are winning landmark legal battles for religious freedom across America. From a coach quietly praying at the 50-yard line to a fifth-grader standing firm in his faith, these stories reveal how God uses ordinary people to change history. Discover why Kelly believes we are living in the greatest moment for religious freedom in our lifetime—and how that hope is real, tangible, and available to you.
You don't have to face the fight alone. Kelly shares practical steps for knowing your rights, recognizing when to stand firm, and finding free legal support through First Liberty Institute. Whether you're afraid to speak up at work, at school, or in your community, this episode will equip and encourage you to walk boldly in the freedom Christ has already won.
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8 Jul 2026
Hope Within Reach Episode 7 | Addiction and The Brain | FEATURING Holly Geyer
What does brain science actually say about addiction—and how does it hold up against Scripture? In this episode, Gary Blackford sits down with Dr. Holly Geyer, addiction medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic and co-author of Ending the Crisis, to explore how opioids hijack the brain's reward system, why some people are more vulnerable than others, and what the Bible has to say about sin, disease, and the path to healing.
Whether you're personally navigating addiction or supporting a loved one through it, Dr. Guyer offers clear, practical guidance—from recognizing the warning signs of codependency to understanding the biopsychosocial-spiritual treatment model that treats the whole person, not just the condition.
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READ HOLLY'S BOOK, Ending the Crisis, today! Follow the link to buy a copy: https://www.amazon.com/Ending-Crisis-Clinics-Opioid-Addiction/dp/1945564563
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10 Jun 2026
Hope Within Reach Episode 6 | Faith Through Tribulation | FEATURING Gary Wilkerson
Discover how to hold onto faith when someone you love is caught in addiction, as Pastor Gary Wilkerson shares his family's journey through his son Elliot's struggle and miraculous transformation. Learn what it means to praise God in the storm, surrender control, and trust His character rather than a specific outcome.
This episode offers hope-filled, practical encouragement for parents and spouses walking through the pain of addiction. You'll be reminded that God is faithful in suffering, and that even your hardest prayers can become "Thank you, Lord, I trust you."
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You can watch David Wilkerson's message, "Right Song, Wrong Side", here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPJ-MdHiOgY
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Struggling with addiction? Call 855-END-ADDICTION
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In this episode of Hope Within Reach, delve into the roles that trauma, prayer, and boundaries play in addiction. Explore the profound impact of addiction on families with Gary Blackard and Pastor Malcolm Burleigh.
As you listen to Hope Within Reach Episode 5, gain practical insights and faith-filled encouragement for navigating the challenges of addiction with love and hope.
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Struggling with addiction? Call 855-END-ADDICTION
Need Resources? Visit www.recoverymeans.com
Ready for change? Visit readynow.org
13 May 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 4 | Navigating Addiction Biblically | FEATURING Mike Cordry
Discover hope and practical guidance for navigating addiction in this episode of Hope Within Reach. Mike Cordry shares his personal journey and offers faith-based insights for loved ones of addicts, emphasizing education, treatment options, and self-care.
Explore the transformative power of faith in recovery and learn actionable steps to support your loved ones while maintaining your own well-being. Free resources are available to help you on this journey.
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Learn more at www.teenchallengeusa.org
Struggling with addiction? Call 855-END-ADDICTION
Need Resources? Visit www.recoverymeans.com
Ready for change? Visit readynow.org
29 Apr 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 3 | Supporting Loved Ones in Addiction | FEATURING Mike Cordry
This episode of Hope Within Reach features Mike Cordry, who shares his powerful journey through addiction and recovery. Together, we explore the impact of trauma, enabling, and codependency on families, while offering practical advice on setting healthy boundaries.
Whether you’re supporting a loved one in addiction or seeking guidance yourself, this episode provides encouragement, actionable steps, and a reminder that recovery is possible. Discover how boundaries and faith can transform lives and bring hope within reach.
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Struggling with addiction? Call 855-END-ADDICTION
Need Resources? Visit www.recoverymeans.com
Our website is www.teenchallengeusa.org
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15 Apr 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 2 | Theology & Addiction | FEATURING Al Toledo
Unlock freedom from addiction and rejection with Pastor Al Toledo as he explores core Christian doctrines. Discover how being a "new creation" in Christ can redefine your identity and break old patterns. Learn practical steps to renew your mind and embrace the promise of Romans 6:14—sin shall not have dominion over you.This episode offers hope, practical steps, and empowering biblical promises to break every chain. Perfect for anyone seeking transformation through God's love and grace.
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1 Apr 2026
Hope Within Reach Ep 1 | The Root of Our Struggle | FEATURING Al Toledo
In the premiere episode of "Hope Within Reach," Al Toledo dives into the foundational struggles many face in their personal and spiritual journeys.
"The Root of Our Struggle Pt 1" explores the underlying challenges that hinder growth and transformation, offering insights and hope for overcoming them. Presented by Adult & Teen Challenge, this series aims to inspire and guide listeners toward a path of healing and renewal.
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Struggling with addiction? Call 855-END-ADDICTION
Need Resources? Visit www.recoverymeans.com
Our website is www.teenchallengeusa.org
6 Mar 2026
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