My mission with the God Took Me to Las Vegas podcast is to save lives and allow the person to Reveal the Lifestyle Champion within them.There are many different types of recovery programs, they all are aimed at helping those battling substance use disorders to transition from being harmed to being clean and sober. Anyone who’s battling a compulsive or destructive behavior wants to be healthy and they desire to live a happy and productive life. Sadly, only 1 in 10 Americans with a substance u ...
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Episode 252 – Interview with Dr. Marlene Carson, U.S. Advisory Council on Trafficking Chair
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32:33Send us a text Interview with Dr. Marlene Carson, Chair of the U.S. Advisory Council on Trafficking at the White House In the realm of childhood, where laughter echoes freely and innocence reigns supreme, lies an unthinkable darkness: the theft of joy, playfulness, and innocence itself. This grim reality often unfolds when children fall prey to abh…
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Episode 251- Christopher Deaney: Natural Healing, Kratom, & His Journey to Recovery
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29:54Send us a text Episode 251- Christopher Deaney: Natural Healing, Kratom, & His Journey to Recovery In this episode, we welcome Christopher Deaney, founder of Christopher’s Organic Botanicals, to share his inspiring journey of recovery, resilience, and holistic healing. A passionate advocate for natural remedies, Christopher opens up about his perso…
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Episode 250: Rewiring the Brain for Transformation and Lasting Change
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30:19Send us a text Episode 250: Rewiring the Brain for Transformation and Lasting Change In this episode, we sit down with George Haymaker III, a Certified Transformational Neuroconstructionist Coach and NeuroEducator, to explore the power of neuroplasticity and behavioral transformation. George shares his personal journey—how he navigated the challeng…
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Episode 249 - Having the tough conversation!
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15:00Send us a text Love is not enabling. Love is life-saving! If you've concluded that your loved one may have a problem with the abuse of drugs or alcohol, the next step is to have an honest, empathetic, and open discussion with them. There are some precautions advised - prior to the honest conversation, validate with a trusted friend or another famil…
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Episode 248 -Leading With Integrity – Building Market Dominance Through Authentic Leadership
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17:20Send us a text Episode 248 “Leading With Integrity – Building Market Dominance Through Authentic Leadership" Episode Summary: In Episode 248, we delve into the transformative power of integrity in leadership. Drawing from my impactful talk Leading With Integrity, you will hear me share insights on how authenticity, bravery, and consistency shape ef…
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Send us a text In this episode, Randy Mortensen is a guest on Back to God Radio. acourageousrecovery.comBy Randy Mortensen
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Episode 246 - Magick, Recovery, and Transformation with Sunshine Romanowski
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28:22Send us a text Episode 246 - Magick, Recovery, and Transformation with Sunshine Romanowski In Episode 246, we step into the world of magick, recovery, and spiritual empowerment with Sunshine (aka Jen) Romanowski, also known as The Pink-Haired Sober Witch. Sunshine is a psychic medium, high priestess, spiritual advisor, and the founder of Illuminate…
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Episode 245 - Healing Trauma and Addiction with Zahra Adloo
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31:32Send us a text Episode 245 - Healing Trauma and Addiction with Zahra Adloo In Episode 245, we dive into a transformative conversation with Zahra Adloo, a psychotherapist and Ibogaine integration specialist. Zahra’s approach blends Eastern philosophy with Western psychology, incorporating Reiki, trauma-informed yoga, and energy healing. Her work foc…
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Episode 244 with Kyle Smith, A Clarity Consultant
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24:09Send us a text Episode 244 with Kyle Smith, A Clarity Consultant acourageousrecovery.comBy Randy Mortensen
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Episode 243 - From Trauma to Triumph: Dr. James Chitwood’s Journey to Sobriety and Leadership
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25:37Send us a text Episode 243 - “From Trauma to Triumph: Dr. James Chitwood’s Journey to Sobriety and Leadership” In this heartfelt episode of The God Took Me to Las Vegas Podcast, Dr. James Chitwood shares his extraordinary journey from a childhood marked by profound trauma to a life of sobriety, service, and leadership. Dr. Chitwood’s story begins w…
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Episode 242 - From Rock Bottom to Empowerment: Dr. Mary Burmeister’s Sobriety Journey and Mission to Inspire
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29:37Send us a text Episode 242 - "From Rock Bottom to Empowerment: Dr. Mary Burmeister’s Sobriety Journey and Mission to Inspire" In this episode, we are honored to host Dr. Mary Burmeister, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, fitness and empowerment coach, and former collegiate athlete who recently celebrated three years of sobriety. Dr. Mary’s inspiring st…
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Episode 241: Robert Carney: Unscarred - Overcoming Addiction and Rebuilding a Purposeful Life
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30:33Send us a text Episode 241: Robert Carney: Unscarred - Overcoming Addiction and Rebuilding a Purposeful Life In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Robert Carney, a man who turned his life around after years of battling addiction, crime, and incarceration. Robert, now celebrating 32 years of sobriety, shares his trans…
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Send us a text Episode 240– Testimony by Rich A. Rich grew up in Florida and went on to get a degree in accounting from Clemson University and then obtained a law degree from the University of Florida College of Law. Things were going very well and one of his friends described him and his work in the following way: I have known Rich for many years.…
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Episode 239: Transforming Messages into Masterpieces with Dr. Gary Wohlman
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31:11Send us a text Episode 239: Transforming Messages into Masterpieces with Dr. Gary Wohlman In this episode, we sit with Dr. Gary Wohlman, affectionately known as The Presentation Doctor, to explore his life-changing methods for helping individuals amplify their message and presence. A world-renowned speaker mentor, Dr. Gary combines his expertise in…
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Episode #238 – Daryl Dittmer: Living Fully with Joy and Freedom
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25:02Send us a text Episode #238 – Daryl Dittmer: Living Fully with Joy and Freedom In Episode #238, we sit down with Daryl Dittmer, a man whose life story is a testament to resilience, growth, and the power of transformation. Born into humble beginnings in a blue-collar family, Daryl learned the value of hard work early in life. From farmhand to carpen…
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Episode 237: with Dr. Alan Simberg, "Breaking Free: A Journey of Hope and Healing from Addiction"
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24:17Send us a text Episode 237: Breaking Free – A Journey of Hope and Healing from Addiction with Dr. Alan Simberg Host: Randy Mortensen Guest: Dr. Alan Simberg In this episode, Randy welcomes Dr. Alan Simberg, a seasoned expert in addiction recovery with over five decades of clinical experience. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Ch…
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Episode 236 – Rewiring the Mind: Stu Morris on Neuroplasticity, Recovery, and Leadership
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32:13Send us a text Episode 236: Rewiring the Mind – Stu Morris on Neuroplasticity, Recovery, and Leadership Host: Randy Mortensen Guest: Stu Morris, a pioneer in applied neuroplasticity, author, speaker, and executive consultant. What happens when a life-altering injury meets an unbreakable spirit? Stu Morris shows us exactly that in today's episode of…
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Episode 235 - Tom Conrad, founder of Rock Recovery Center
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32:30Send us a text Episode 235: From Addiction to Advocacy: Tom's Journey to Recovery and Helping Others Host: Randy Mortenson Guest: Tom Conrad (from Rock Recovery Center) In this episode, we sit down with Tom Conrad, a Certified Addiction Counselor and the founder of Rock Recovery Center in Florida. Tom shares his journey of recovery and his passion …
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Episode 234 – Christine Trimpe, a Faith, Health, & Sugar Freedom Expert
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29:11Send us a text Episode 234 Host: Randy Mortensen Guest: Christine Trimpe ( author, speaker, and Certified Health & Wellness Coach.) In this episode, we’re joined by Christine Trimpe, a remarkable author, speaker, and Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Christine shares her incredible journey of transformation, where faith, health, and sugar freedom …
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Episode 233 - "Finding Purpose in Recovery” with Adam Gunton
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25:27Send us a text Episode 233 - "Finding Purpose in Recovery” with Adam Gunton In this episode, we welcome Adam Vibe Gunton, a beacon of hope and transformation for those struggling with addiction. As the founder of "Recovered On Purpose," Adam has dedicated his life to helping others navigate the treacherous waters of addiction recovery. After overco…
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