Raw Recovery, hosted by Jerry (aka Thee Jer Bear), is a deeply personal, faith-centered podcast sharing the unfiltered realities of addiction, sobriety, relapses, grief, forgiveness, and rebuilding life—one raw episode at a time.
Grief hits hard in recovery—especially when it's someone close, someone who mattered deeply. In this episode, we dive into the painful reality of losing a loved one and how that loss can shake even the strongest sobriety. We talk openly about the triggers that come with mourning: the loneliness, the anger, the temptation to numb out or relapse just to escape the hurt.
But we also share real tools for staying grounded—relapse prevention strategies that actually work when emotions are overwhelming, ways to honor your feelings without letting them derail your progress, and practical steps for navigating grief while protecting your recovery. Whether it's leaning on your support network, working the steps in a new way, leaning into therapy or meetings, or finding healthy outlets for the pain, this conversation is about facing the loss head-on without losing yourself in the process.
Recovery doesn't stop when life breaks your heart—it just gets tested. We explore how to keep moving forward, one honest, raw day at a time.
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Donald Thurman. Thank you for loving my sister and being a part of my family. You are truly missed, and we will see you again someday. Rest in peace, brother.
9 Mar 2026
Let Go, Let God: A Recovery Revelation
In this episode of Raw Recovery, Jerry and Courtney talk honestly about addiction, control, and the power of surrendering to faith. They share personal stories about relapse, healing, forgiveness, and new opportunities, including a job update and the importance of community support.
The conversation also highlights co-parenting, gratitude, and practical encouragement for anyone on the recovery journey.
16 Feb 2026
Raw Recovery: Abandonment, Arrest, and Forgiveness
In this episode Jerry sits down with Shannon, the mother of his son, to tell the honest story of addiction, abandonment, arrests, and the long road to recovery. They revisit painful moments from the past, including missed milestones and the impact on their son, and share how time, treatment, and accountability changed everything.
The conversation highlights the power of forgiveness and the possibility of rebuilding family relationships after addiction. It's a raw, hopeful discussion about healing, responsibility, and the choices that led to a second chance.
23 Jan 2026
Triggers, Faith & Recovery: A Raw Conversation
osts Thee Jer Bear and Courtney share a raw, faith-based conversation about triggers, setbacks, and managing recovery one day at a time. They discuss responsibility as creators, practical coping tools (breathing, support teams, HALT, boundaries), and the importance of grace after a fall.
Throughout the episode they blend humor and honesty while encouraging listeners to seek support, set healthy boundaries, and keep moving forward in recovery.
16 Jan 2026
Courtney get RAW!!!
In this episode we hear Courtney's raw and hopeful story: the struggle of long-term addiction, surviving domestic abuse, a recent job offer rescinded because of her past, and the choice to keep fighting. The hosts discuss relapse triggers, faith, friendship, and practical steps that helped Courtney reach 181 days sober.
This conversation is a reminder that recovery is messy but possible, and that connection, honesty, and perseverance can open the way to better days.
8 Jan 2026
Love Without Locks: How to Support an Addict Without Enabling
In Episode 5 of Raw Recovery, the host and guest Aura discuss how to love someone struggling with addiction—offering practical advice on setting boundaries, supporting without enabling, and communicating needs clearly.
They emphasize loving without ultimatums, protecting yourself while keeping the "door never locks" for return, and equipping families with simple cues and conversations to stay connected. The episode also previews an upcoming interview and asks listeners to share and support the show.
31 Dec 2025
New Year New???
In episode four of Raw Recovery, the Jer Bear kicks things off with a big update straight from court today—sharing the outcome of his case and whether he's facing jail time or walking away exonerated. Then he and Courtney dive into the whole New Year, New Me vibe—talking real talk about ditching old habits, setting fresh goals, and why that pressure to reinvent yourself can actually backfire sometimes. Making sure they hit on practical steps to actually stick with change without burning out.
11 Dec 2025
Friends in recovery
Thee Jer Bear is back at it again and this time. It gets emotional….
check out the all new show where Thee Jer Bear brings on some artificial intelligence to spice things up and realizes all he really needs is to lean in on his friends. This is a must listen to episode that will not only wake you up emotionally, it gets RAW
5 Dec 2025
Raw Recovery Ep.2 — it's a matter of perspective
Thee Jer Bear gets RAW UNFILTERED UNCUT UNEDITED I TELL YOU THE STORY ABOUT HOW I WAS ARRESTED FOR A CRIME THAT WAS ALLEGEDLY COMMITTED 20 YEARS AGO WHAT IT DID TO ME WHAT IT'S DONE TO MY MENTAL HEALTH AND HOW I'VE DECIDED TO HANDLE IT
28 Nov 2025
Thee JerBear is BACK!!
Thee Jer Bear launches the Raw Recovery podcast with a heartfelt Thanksgiving episode about gratitude, mental health struggles, and the power of recovery and faith.
He shares personal stories, urges listeners to take life "one bite at a time," and invites everyone to tune in weekly for honest conversations and encouragement.
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