The Cup of Joe Show

From Homeless to Hollywood: Rob Ekno’s Divine Call & Viral Comeback

🎙 Welcome to The Cup of Joe Show, where rock-bottom moments become comeback stories. In this episode, Rob Ekno reveals how, at his darkest hour, standing on the edge, he heard a voice—a call from God urging him to head to Hollywood.
🔥 From contemplating the end to an award-winning author and inspiring millions, Rob’s story is a stunning testament to grace, grit, and second chances.
💡 Now, sober since November 29, 1992, Rob has transformed his pain into purpose, becoming a SAG actor, TV and podcast host, and advocate for recovery. His motto, “If you walk around in shame, what is the point?”, fuels his mission to bring hope to the broken.
Get the inside scoop on his Gold Medal-winning memoir Cruising Toward Heaven, his new book The Book You’re Dying NOT to Write, and his Alaska docuseries aimed at helping those still battling addiction.
🎯 For those walking through recovery, supporting someone who is, or just drawn to miraculous stories—this is the episode that will light a fire in your soul.
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Rob Ekno, https://robekno.com/
Rob Ekno, 700 Club episode, https://youtu.be/eYZx-FUXhDs?si=vsJo-iXRN0IyXN47
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. New Episode Released Every Thursday at Noon. 

Rusty C.: 24 White Chips and a Life Reclaimed

"24 relapses. One bus ride. The voice that finally saved him."
On this gripping episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Rusty C. lays bare the scars of his past and the strength that brought him to three years of sobriety. Born in New Jersey, Rusty’s world cracked open after his parents’ divorce, sparking a 7th-grade choice that sent him spiraling down a path he never saw coming. With 24 white chips marking his battles, it took a grandmother’s wisdom, a Texas speaker’s fire, and a “trust and tribe” of men to pull him back from the edge. Rusty’s raw, unfiltered story proves healing isn’t about dodging the pain—it’s about rising through it. Whether you’re fighting your own demons, rooting for someone who is, or just hooked on a comeback that hits hard, this is the episode you can’t miss. 
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The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time

50 Years Sober & Still Thriving— Peggy D.'s Story Will Leave You Speechless!

"She blacked out in 1975—and woke up to a life so powerful it’ll leave you believing in second chances."
Meet Peggy D., a woman who turned her last terrifying blackout into nearly 50 years of sobriety, conquered cancer multiple times, and found her calling in a life of service. On this unmissable episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Peggy takes us back to October 3, 1975—the day she said "enough" and stepped into recovery. From the highs of meeting her soulmate Eddie (lost too soon in 2020) to the grit of sponsoring countless others, Peggy’s story is raw, real, and relentlessly inspiring. With half a century of wisdom, she proves sobriety isn’t just surviving—it’s thriving with purpose, love, and gratitude. Whether you’re in recovery, cheering someone on, or just crave a jaw-dropping tale of transformation, hit play now—Peggy’s journey will stick with you long after the episode ends. 
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The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

From Ego to Enlightenment: Scott C.’s Journey to Redemption

Addicted. Broken. Redeemed. On The Cup of Joe Show, Scott C. pulls you into his raw, unfiltered story—a man who clawed his way from a shattered childhood to 15 years of sobriety, only to lose it all when ego and arrogance yanked him from a Miami beachfront dream home to a friend’s cramped closet in Georgia. In this episode, Scott bares it all: a desperate prayer during a 30-day jail stint, a divine lifeline that reignited his faith, and a brutal near-death fight with sepsis that finally cracked him open to serenity through service. This isn’t just a recovery story—it’s a gut-punch of survival, surrender, and the unshakable power of redemption. Hit play and discover why transformation isn’t a straight line, but a battle worth winning.
 
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The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

Lessons from the BillyLama: Steve S. on 29 Years of Sobriety

Sober. Strong. Still Learning. On this episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Steve S. invites you into his 29-year odyssey of sobriety—a journey forged in the safe haven of recovery rooms, shaped by the wild wisdom of the ‘BillyLama,’ and tested by the chaos of divorce without a drink. With raw honesty, Steve reveals how some people taught him what not to do, why asking for help became his lifeline, and the one question he learned to whisper to God. Plus, a surprising recovery connection with Joe that’ll leave you nodding along. This is no polished sermon—it’s a gritty, heartfelt dive into resilience, guidance, and the unshakable power of staying connected. Hit play for a story that proves sobriety isn’t a finish line, it’s a fight worth sharing. Subscribe now for more real talk that lights up the road to recovery.
 
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

From Bulletproof to Humble: John W. on 37 Years of Sobriety

Beaten. Humbled. Healed. On this episode of The Cup of Joe Show, John W.—a Vietnam vet with 37 years of sobriety—lays bare how alcohol crushed his invincibility and forced him into a corner of reason, only for sponsorship to pull him back to life. From his mother’s quiet strength to a high school grudge that still stings, John shares the raw wisdom of recovery, spiced with the quirky tale of how new teeth became a symbol of renewal. This isn’t just a war story or a sobriety checklist—it’s a deep, humble look at the unexpected lessons that stick when you stay the course. Hit play for a dose of grit, grace, and the kind of truth only decades of sobriety can unearth. Subscribe, like and share now for more stories that turn scars into stars.
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

10 Years Sober: Angie H.’s Redemption from Rage to Rosemont’s 1,000

Drunk. Furious. Found. On this episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Angie H. marks 10 years sober by unraveling her wild ride—from a spiral of escalating drinks to a stranger’s barstool whisper that sparked her recovery, and the electric moment 1,000 souls in Rosemont, IL proved she wasn’t alone. Once an angry, lost mess, Angie shares how asking God to ‘search her heart’ flipped her story into one of hope and healing. This isn’t just a milestone—it’s a raw, uplifting testament to the power of community and the courage to change. Hit play for a jolt of inspiration that’ll stick with you long after the episode ends. Subscribe now for more recovery stories that turn chaos into connection.
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

Tricked into Sobriety: Sean C. on 23 Years of Recovery

Trapped. Tricked. Transformed. On this episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Sean C. celebrates 23 years sober by spilling the wild tale of how he was slyly ‘tricked’ into recovery—a detour that freed him from alcoholism’s grip and led to a heart-stopping reunion with his son. Along the mysterious ‘Big A’ road, Sean found second chances he didn’t even know he needed, proving a man can’t see until he’s ready to surrender. This isn’t just a sobriety story—it’s a rollercoaster of grit, grace, and the unseen hands steering us toward healing. Hit play for a dose of inspiration that’ll open your eyes to the power of letting go. Subscribe, like, and share now for more raw stories that turn stumbles into strength.
 
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

Beat the Game: Brad C. on Overcoming Opioid Addiction

Addicted. Defeated. Reborn. On this episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Brad C. lays out his gut-wrenching fight to break free from over three years of opioid and heroin addiction, born in a family where drugs were the air he breathed. Convinced he could ‘beat the game,’ Brad lost his father and sister to the same beast—their deaths a brutal wake-up call that finally cracked him open. Through the ‘college of recovery,’ he discovered the power of choice and clawed his way to redemption. This isn’t just a survival story—it’s a raw, relentless testament to resilience and the hope that blooms in the ashes. Hit play for a jolt of truth that’ll redefine what recovery means. Subscribe now for more stories that turn pain into power.
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. 

From Darkness to Light: Robert F. on 10 Years of Sobriety

Lost. Broken. Freed. On this episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Robert F. celebrates a decade of sobriety by baring the soul-shaking moment he admitted to his deepest self: ‘I’m an alcoholic’—a confession that flipped the switch on his entire life. From the pitch-black depths of his disease to the hope that pain ignited, Robert’s story is a raw unraveling of self-honesty and the hard-won healing that followed. This isn’t just a recovery tale—it’s a fierce, inspiring map to freedom through the truth. Hit play for a conversation that’ll stir your spirit and remind you transformation starts within. Subscribe, like, and share now for more stories that light up the path to sobriety.
 
The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time.