PATCHED - season 2

Episode 8

Season 2

"One Man, Two Lives"

with Fire Captain and former addict turned Addiction Counselor - CHRIS HOWE

In this powerful episode, Jason Logan (former Hells Angel) and Justin “Mooch” DeLoretto (former Mongol) sit down with an extraordinary guest: Fire Captain Chris Howe. Chris opens up about his harrowing descent into substance addiction from an early age and battling inner demons in the shadows of one of the most demanding professions.

Chris describes the chaos of addiction, the secrecy behind the badge, and the moment everything almost came crashing down. But this isn’t just a story of struggle—it’s one of grit, growth, and ultimate transformation. Now clean, sober, and thriving, Chris serves not only as a fire captain but also as a certified addiction counselor. He shares how he rebuilt his life from the ground up—mentally, physically, and spiritually—and how he's helping others do the same. This episode is raw, real, and deeply human—an unfiltered look at the path from rock bottom to redemption.

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Twelve Mile Recovery

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Road To Recovery: Chris Howe

7 Sources of daily inspiration in recovery

Breaking the Chains of Addiction takes readers on a compelling journey into the lives of fourteen individuals who plunged deep into the abyss of addiction, only to rise once again and triumph.

Authored by Chris Howe, this book offers encouragement and motivation to anyone who has been affected by addiction, whether firsthand or through a loved one. Each poignant narrative delves deep into the traumatic circumstances that led the individual into addiction and the diverse network of people, experiences, support systems, and techniques that enabled them to clamber back up onto solid ground and reclaim their lives.

Covering everything from substance abuse to behaviour compulsions, this book goes beyond mere narratives to underscore the transformative power of human connection and redemption. It serves as a beacon of hope, illustrating that recovery is within reach for everyone-no matter how tight addiction's grasp.