In this powerful episode, Shannon Lee Hayes gets brutally honest about her journey through alcoholism and drug addiction, from shoplifting on graduation day and getting a DUI to losing custody of her kids, cycling through abusive relationships, and ending up in a trap house before drug court and treatment gave her another chance at life. She shares how sending each child to different caregivers broke her heart, how meth and heroin became ways to numb shame and guilt, and how a sponsor, a short but brutal relapse, and the death of a close friend finally pushed her into real honesty about her disease. Shannon talks about being diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety, choosing not to medicate, and instead walking through therapy, life‑recovery steps, and a deepening relationship with Jesus to face childhood trauma, grief, and the secrets that kept her sick. She also opens up about reconnecting with her now‑adult children , staying rooted in church and recovery, and how writing out what she wanted in herself led her to the man who became her husband—proof that, after everything, true love, faith, and a healthy, “chaotic in a good way” life are possible.

Lee Begay was a loving mom and successful dental professional whose life slowly unraveled as alcohol and drugs took over. What began as “just having fun” turned into DUIs, domestic violence, meth and heroin, trap houses, and the heartbreaking decision to let others raise her children so they could be safe.

Through drug court, treatment, deep honesty with her sponsor, and a growing relationship with God, Lee’s rock bottom became the starting point of a new life. Today, she is one of our very own at Crossroads—leading the women’s Extension facility and serving as Program Coordinator—using her story to walk other women from shame and chaos into freedom, faith, and purpose.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lee Yaiva, a proud Hopi leader from the Village of Soongopavi, who shares his journey from homelessness and substance abuse to becoming a nationally recognized CEO and advocate. Grounded in his identity and driven by purpose, Lee speaks openly about overcoming struggle, breaking cycles, and creating pathways to healing for Native communities. Now leading in behavioral health and recovery, he is committed to bringing real change not only to reservations but also to Native and underserved communities across Phoenix. This episode is a story of resilience, culture, and what’s possible when we choose to heal and rise.

In Episode 148 of Recovery On-Air, Jared Blaine shares how he rebuilt his life by turning pain into purpose through music and the freedom of the open road. What began as a struggle with sobriety became a powerful journey of healing, where writing music and riding motorcycles gave him a new way to cope, connect, and stay grounded. Now involved in Celebrate Recovery and riding with the AZ Misfits motorcycle group, Jared has found brotherhood, structure, and a deeper sense of meaning. His story is a raw reminder that recovery isn’t one path—it’s about finding what keeps you alive, inspired, and moving forward.

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In this episode of Recovery On-Air, host Christin Day sits down with Barbara Brown, publisher of Together AZ, a monthly newspaper dedicated to connecting people with recovery resources across Arizona. Since its launch in 1991, when addiction and mental health were rarely talked about openly, Together AZ has worked to break stigma and provide hope to those struggling in silence. With 33 years in recovery, Barbara continues to be a passionate advocate, ensuring real help reaches real people. Tune in for a conversation about awareness, community, and the power of sharing recovery resources.

In this episode of Recovery On-Air, host Christin Day sits down with Marci Cagen, whose journey is a powerful story of redemption and spiritual transformation. After escaping addiction and an abusive relationship in her early twenties, Marci made the courageous choice to seek help — a decision that changed her life forever. Through recovery, faith, and spiritual practices, she turned her pain into purpose. Today, Marci shares her passion for healing through movement, breath, and energy work, helping others reconnect with themselves and find their own path to recovery.

This episode is a reminder that healing is possible, and no one is ever too far gone. You can find her website at marcicagen.com.

Our very own Kimberly Hardin, Community Liaison for Crossroads, sits down with host Christin Day from Recovery On Air for a powerful and heartfelt conversation. Kim opens up about the deep pain of losing her ex-husband, the father of her three children, to cirrhosis of the liver and the strength it took to mentally prepare herself to get her kids back after battling addiction. Her story is raw, real, and rooted in resilience. Today, Kim stands as a testament to what healing, faith, and hard work can do. She is not only walking in her purpose but pouring back into the community she once needed. Kimberly Harden is truly a huge asset to the Crossroads family, and we are beyond grateful for the light she brings to others walking the same path.

This episode is one you don’t want to miss. Host Christin Day had the honor of sitting down with Cheyenne Martinez, a powerful woman from the Hopi Tribe, whose story is the definition of resilience, redemption, and hope. Cheyenne shares her journey from being addicted to meth to becoming a therapist helping others find healing. In May 2025, she graduated with her Master’s in Social Work, proving that no matter where you start, your story doesn’t have to define where you end up. We talk about the real-life challenges she faced along the way — her two children being raised by her parents on the reservation while she fought for her recovery, becoming pregnant during school, giving birth to a premature baby two months early, and juggling work, internship, and long days in the NICU. Through every obstacle, Cheyenne refused to quit. Today she is almost four years sober and thriving. She now works as a therapist at Imagine Therapy, and she also volunteers with A Place for Hannah, a nonprofit that serves justice-impacted women both inside and outside the prison walls. Her story is raw, honest, and deeply inspiring — proof that no matter how dark the past may be, redemption and purpose are possible.