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The Long Way Back
Claim This Podcastby Timothy Long
4.9(58 reviews)
53 episodes
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Recent Episodes
January 1, 2025
Broken Roads and New Beginnings: John Paul’s Journey
<p><br></p><br><p>In this powerful episode of The Long Way Back podcast, we sit down with John Paul Long, the youngest of the Long brothers, for an intimate and emotional conversation about his life journey. Growing up in poverty and navigating an unstable childhood, John Paul shares what it was like to be brought to counselors at a young age and how the words he heard during those formative years impacted him deeply.</p><p>He opens up about his delayed entry into drug use, his harrowing battle with heroin addiction, and his heartbreaking experiences with relapse. John Paul also shares the pain of losing family members to suicide, his multiple near-death experiences from overdoses, and the spiritual moments that guided him through.</p><p>This is a raw and real account of addiction, relapse, and ultimately finding hope and faith on the long road to recovery. Don’t miss this gripping story of survival, resilience, and redemption.</p><p>Tune in for an unforgettable conversation.</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
December 26, 2024
Ego Laughter and Letting Go: Tadhg Hickey on Recovery and Growth
<p><br></p><p>In this episode of The Long Way Back, we sit down with Cork's own satirist extraordinaire, <strong>Tadhg Hickey</strong>! Known for his razor-sharp wit and fearless storytelling, Tadhg joins us for a raw and deeply insightful conversation about the journey of recovery and self-discovery.</p><p><strong>Topics we dive into:</strong></p><p> 🌟 The transformative power of the <strong>12 steps</strong></p><p> 🙌 Surrendering to a <strong>Higher Power</strong></p><p> 😌 Finding relief from <strong>character defects</strong></p><p> 😓 Navigating the pain of <strong>spiritual growth</strong></p><p> 🤝 Letting go of <strong>ego</strong> and the trap of <strong>people-pleasing</strong></p><p>Tadhg brings his trademark humor and honesty as we explore the tools that have helped him, and countless others, find peace and purpose. If you're looking for inspiration, a good laugh, or just a fresh perspective on the recovery journey, this episode is for you.</p><p>👉 <strong>Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share to support the pod!</strong></p><p> #Recovery #Satire #SpiritualGrowth #Podcast #TadhgHickey</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
December 25, 2024
Rising Above: Paul Budden on Family, Mental Health, and Transformation
<p>In this powerful episode of The Long Way Back Podcast, Paul Budden, a Northsider with a remarkable recovery story, joins us to share his journey. Paul opens up about growing up in a tough environment that became his norm, facing mental health struggles within his family, and navigating a difficult upbringing. He discusses the challenges he faced in school, dealing with anger issues during childhood, and being educated by the Christian Brothers. By age 13, Paul found himself caught up in drug use and on the wrong side of the law. His story is one of resilience, recovery, and the strength it takes to turn your life around.</p><p>Join us as we explore Paul's path from adversity to transformation.</p><p>#Recovery #MentalHealth #DrugAddiction #FamilyStruggles #Resilience #TheLongWayBack</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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