The Cup of Joe Show

Once standing with an ax in his hand and hate in his heart… today, he stands with a broken heart and hope in his soul.
🎙️In this emotional episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Chris E. shares his powerful journey from fear, addiction, and violence to faith, healing, and heartbreaking loss. Born in England and now a proud U.S. citizen, Chris has been sober since June 2, 2016—but not without walking through fire.
He shares about the night he threatened his beloved wife Janet with an ax during an alcoholic rage—a rock bottom that led him to the 12 Steps and a new spiritual life. As the two of them built a life in recovery through AA and Al-anon, tragedy struck: in late 2024, Janet lost her life in a car accident. Through tears and truth, Chris shares how his recovery community and faith are helping him navigate grief while staying sober.
To close, Chris offers his moving recitation of “The Keys to the Kingdom,” a passage that has become his hallmark in AA meetings—and a beacon of hope for others.
👉 For those in recovery, those who love someone in recovery, and anyone seeking the courage to heal—this story will stay with you.
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 Every Thursday at Noon.

MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL EPISODE
What if one weekend in jail could rewrite your entire life?
In this episode, meet Marvin S., a Vietnam Veteran sober for over 22 years, whose journey from the chaos of war and the ashes of a liquidated business to a deep spiritual awakening will leave you speechless. Once the heartbeat of the Park 40 Club, Marvin’s tale of resilience, faith, and hard-won wisdom is a lifeline for anyone in recovery, supporting a loved one, or addicted to stories of human triumph.
🎙️ Hit play now—because this is the spark your soul’s been waiting for. Subscribe, share, and join a community that’s hooked on hope.
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.

"9/11 wreckage. Booze to bury it. Faith that dug him out."
On this powerhouse episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Jack F.—U.S. Marine veteran and retired cop—lays bare 11 years of sobriety forged in the fires of unimaginable pain. From the front lines of September 11, 2001, to decades in law enforcement, Jack carried burdens most can’t fathom, drowning them in drink until the bottle became his only shield. But when the weight crushed him, a turning point struck—faith became his anchor, pulling him into recovery not just to survive, but to honor the life he’d been spared. Dubbed a “Spiritual Risk Taker,” Jack’s story of God-driven redemption is a battle cry for anyone wrestling demons, standing by a warrior, or hooked on tales of grit and grace. 
🎧 Tune in, like, and subscribe for an inspiring story of redemption, resilience, and the transformative power of faith.
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. 

"Bad press was his badge. Prison was his prize. Sobriety was his salvation."
On this electrifying episode of The Cup of Joe Show, David S. takes us from a life chasing chaos—“Bad press is better than no press”—to 15 years of hard-earned sobriety. Crack and alcohol fueled his spiral, landing him a seven-year prison sentence after years of dodging the wreckage he left behind. At rock bottom, trapped by his own “bedevilments,” David surrendered—not just to his addiction, but to a shot at redemption that changed everything. Now, through recovery couple groups, he’s not only rebuilt his life but fortified his marriage, proving sobriety isn’t just quitting—it’s crafting a life worth living. Whether you’re clawing back from the edge, cheering on a survivor, or hooked on stories of ruin to renewal, this episode hits hard. 
🎧 Tune in, like, and subscribe for a raw, powerful story of transformation and the strength that comes from true surrender.
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. 

"Blackouts. Jail. A son’s overdose. The grace that pulled him back."
On this gut-wrenching episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Bill P. bares his soul, celebrating eight years of sobriety after a life battered by dysfunction and despair. Trapped in a brutal loop of blackouts, jail cells, and rehab, he kept tumbling down the “waterfall” of drugs and drink—until 2014, when his son’s overdose plunged him into a grief so dark it nearly ended him. Standing at the edge, craving revenge, Bill found something stronger: grace, forged through recovery and faith. Now, he carries that hard-won message to others, proving happiness isn’t a prize you chase—it’s what grows when you fight to live right. Whether you’re clawing through your own shadows, standing by someone who is, or just crave a story of redemption that hits deep, this is your episode. 
🎧 Hit play now, like, and subscribe for a raw, powerful story of pain, grace, and let Bill's journey light a fire in you! 
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. 

"Paradise one week. Chaos the next. A biker who broke the mask."
On this spellbinding episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Hunter H. unravels a life split between two worlds—one week in paradise, the next in chaos—forcing him to shapeshift, blend in, and bury who he really was. A blackout drinker from the jump, he traded his soul for friendships fueled by booze, swearing he had it under control—until sobriety ripped the lie wide open. Now 15 years sober, Hunter shares how real connection came not from a bottle, but from his mom’s 28 years of sobriety and a gruff biker named Hero, whose unlikely wisdom in AA changed everything. His story is a raw, radiant testament to shedding the masks and stepping into truth. Whether you’re in recovery, rooting for someone who is, or hooked on a tale of self-discovery that cuts deep, this episode is calling you. 
🎧 Hit play now, like, subscribe, and let Hunter's journey show you what's possible! 
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. 

Bottles clink in fragile boxes. A flawless disguise. One friend shattered the quiet.
On this hauntingly powerful episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Sonja O. strips bare the years she chased perfection while drowning in addiction—now celebrating 18 years sober. She hid her pain in betrayal, shattered trust, and a secret stash of empty bottles stuffed into appliance boxes labeled “fragile”—a mirror to the truth she couldn’t face. The shame of drifting from her beloved children and the lie that she was beyond saving nearly buried her, until Margaret, a lifelong friend, saw the hope Sonja couldn’t. That lifeline sparked a reckoning that turned her life inside out. Raw, real, and relentlessly inspiring, Sonja’s story is for anyone in recovery, holding space for a fighter, or addicted to tales of breaking free. 
🎧 Tune in now, like, subscribe, and let Sonja's journey remind you-no one is ever ‘stuck drunk.’
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. 

"Hard drugs at 14. Homeless by 20. One plea that rewrote his story."
On this unforgettable episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Randy W. takes us from the shadows of a troubled childhood to the light of lasting recovery. Raised in a loving but tangled family, he met alcohol and drugs as a kid—by 14, hard drugs had him in their grip, and by his early 20s, homelessness and handcuffs were his reality. Then came the moment he thought he’d never see: a desperate cry for help that cracked him open, leading to treatment and a surrender so deep it built a life he couldn’t have imagined. Now thriving through sponsorship and service, Randy’s raw, redemptive tale proves recovery isn’t just sobriety—it’s a gift you give back. Whether you’re battling your own darkness, lifting up someone who is, or just crave a story that roars with hope, this is your episode. 
🎧 Listen now, like, subscribe, and let Randy show you how far a single moment can take you!
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. 

"16 years on meds. A withdrawal hell. The surrender that saved him."
On this raw and riveting episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Edward L. pulls back the curtain on 16 years of medication-assisted treatment and his hard-won two years clean. From the soul-crushing grief of losing his father as a teen to the relentless “bedevilments” that nearly broke him, Edward faced a withdrawal so brutal it redefined his limits—revealing the stark line between detox and true recovery. It wasn’t until a surprising moment of surrender (spoiler: not to Scott) that he clawed his way to real freedom. His story is unfiltered, unflinching, and a masterclass in resilience—a must-hear for anyone in the fight, supporting a warrior, or hooked on tales of triumph over torment. 
🎧 Tune in now, like, subscribe, and discover an honest conversation about what it really takes to break the chains!" 
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. 

"A suicide attempt at 17. A spiritual 2x4. The dog who helps him rise."
On this electrifying episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Dan W. and his trusty sidekick, Maggie, take us on a rollercoaster ride from chaos to redemption. A high school suspension king, Dan’s life imploded with a suicide attempt at 17, years of institutionalizations, and a brutal war with alcoholism and mental illness. But when all seemed lost, a “spiritual 2x4” smashed through his defiance—thanks to a set-aside prayer that sparked a moment of clarity he’ll never forget. Now a self-proclaimed “freedom junkie,” Dan’s gritty, grace-filled story—bolstered by Maggie’s unwavering loyalty—shows that rock bottom isn’t the end; it’s where beauty begins. Whether you’re clawing your way back, cheering on a fighter, or just love a transformation that punches you in the soul, this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen now, like, subscribe, and discover why hitting bottom can ignite your hope!  
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.