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The Devine Salerno Podcast

The Devine Salerno Podcast

by Devine Salerno

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Angel Ramirez - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 21

Angel Ramirez - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 21 From pro skateboarder tearing up the streets and traveling the world to building a new life tattooing in Denver — Angel Ramirez sits down for a raw, inspiring conversation. Angel rose fast in the skate scene out of Denver, landing a standout part in Foundation’s legendary “That’s Life” video and going on to skate professionally for Foundation, Volcom, Independent, Spitfire, and more. He lived the dream most skaters only talk about — but life had other plans. He discussed feeling exploited and discarded by the business and lost the love he once had for the spotlight. In this episode, he opens up about the highs of going pro at a young age, the challenges that followed, redemption, resilience, and what true maturity looks like when your past comes knocking. 🎙️ Topics covered: Life as a young professional skateboarder Traveling the world and skating iconic spots The transition from the streets to stability Recovery, accountability, and giving back Lessons on growth, fatherhood, and staying grounded Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome to Episode 3:45 - Angel’s Early Life & Getting Into Skating 8:20 - Moving to Denver & The Local Scene 14:50 - Breaking Into Pro Skateboarding 19:30 - Filming “That’s Life” Part (Foundation) 26:15 - Traveling the World as a Pro Skater 33:40 - Sponsors, Lifestyle & The Highs 40:05 - When Things Started to Change 47:50 - The Downfall & Rock Bottom 55:30 - Turning Point & Choosing Recovery 1:02:10 - Rebuilding Life After Skating 1:09:45 - Fatherhood, Maturity & Lessons Learned 1:15:20 - Advice for the Next Generation 1:18:40 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find Angel 1:20:26 - Outro If you’re into redemption stories, skate culture, or real talk about overcoming setbacks, this one hits different. 🔥 Watch the full episode and hear how Angel turned legend status into a foundation for a better life. Follow Angel & stay connected: Instagram: @wildjita (or search Angel Ramirez) 👉Connect with Angel: Instagram: @wildjita (or search Angel Ramirez) 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: / devinesalerno Instagram: / thedevinesalerno TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/thedevinesalerno/ Facebook: / thedevinesalernopodcast X: https://www.x.com/westdevine4tay/ thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded June 15th, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast Search “Angel Ramirez - The Devine Salerno Podcast” on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! The Devine Salerno Podcast — Real stories. Real recovery. Real growth. Brought to you by Ledger Media Company. ✅ Subscribe, like, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! 🗣️ Drop a comment: What’s one lesson from your past that changed how you move forward? #DevineSalernoPodcast #AngelRamirez #Skateboarding #RecoveryJourney #RedemptionStory #FoundationSkateboards #ThatsLife #DenverSkateScene #Reentry #GoldStandardRecovery

Josh Garcia - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 20

Josh Garcia - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 20 In this deeply honest episode, Devine sits down with Josh Garcia — Marine veteran, cancer survivor, and a man who turned a decade of active addiction and criminal behavior into a powerful recovery journey. Josh enlisted in the Marines in 2006, faced personal struggles after returning home, and eventually battled addiction until getting clean in April 2024. Today, he lives in Denver with his fiancée and works in behavioral health, giving back to the community. Josh opens up about losing his mom young in a car accident, growing up in a blended Hispanic family, not fitting in, and turning to anger, violence, and substances to cope. He shares the raw moments of rock bottom — including an intentional overdose attempt — Marine life, marriage challenges, a cancer diagnosis in 2022, and what finally made this time in recovery different: humility, surrender, and learning to respond instead of react. From processing emotions, rebuilding family relationships, to finding purpose in service and behavioral health work, this conversation is full of vulnerability, resilience, and real tools for anyone walking through trauma, loss, or addiction. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Episode 20 01:43 - Josh's Current Life in Denver & Recovery Mindset 04:00 - Introducing Himself: Marine Background & Early Life 07:30 - Losing His Mom at a Young Age & Family Impact 12:15 - Blended Family Dynamics & Feeling Like He Didn't Fit In 17:40 - Anger, Fighting & Early Emotional Struggles 23:20 - Enlisting in the Marines in 2006 28:50 - Post-Service Life, Marriage & Slide into Addiction 34:10 - Criminal Behavior, Rock Bottom & Overdose Attempt 39:45 - Cancer Diagnosis in 2022 & Major Wake-Up Call 45:30 - Getting Clean April 22nd, 2024 – What Made It Stick 52:00 - Humility, Surrender & Learning to Respond vs React 58:20 - Working in Behavioral Health & Giving Back 1:04:45 - Rebuilding Relationships & Processing Emotions 1:11:30 - Advice for Veterans, Those in Recovery & Dads 1:18:50 - Future Vision, Purpose & Words of Hope 1:26:40 - Closing Thoughts & Gratitude 1:31:15 - Outro 👉Connect with Josh: Johncupich@empowerrecoveryhomes.com 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: / devinesalerno Instagram: / thedevinesalerno TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/thedevinesalerno/ Facebook: / thedevinesalernopodcast X: https://www.x.com/westdevine4tay/ thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded May 22nd, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast Search “Josh Garcia - The Devine Salerno Podcast” on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! If these stories of transformation resonate, like, comment, and subscribe — we're building a community around accountability and redemption. #Recovery #VeteranRecovery #MarineVeteran #CancerSurvivor #Sobriety #RedemptionStory #TheDevineSalernoPodcast #BehavioralHealth

Dustin Chavez - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 19

Dustin Chavez - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 19 In this raw and motivating episode, Devine sits down with Dustin Chavez — a former show promoter, street hustler, and 25-year addict who turned his life around after 2 years in prison. Now 4+ years clean and sober, Dustin serves as the Director of Workforce Development at Empower Recovery Homes in Denver, where he builds vocational programs and fights hard to get justice-involved men and women real job opportunities. Dustin opens up about the music industry grind (including working with Baby Bash), the party lifestyle that masked deep addiction, building (and almost burning) relationships, and the harsh reality of how the system builds cases while you think you're getting away with it. He shares powerful insights on recovery, personal responsibility, the importance of work in staying sober, and why relationships are everything — both in the streets and in building a new life. From creating job programs for women in recovery, balancing hustle with integrity, to lessons learned from mentors and the music game, this conversation is packed with street wisdom, accountability, and practical hope for anyone in reentry or fighting addiction. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Episode 19 01:33 - Dustin's Current Role at Empower Recovery Homes 03:20 - Challenges Getting Women Jobs in Recovery 05:30 - Introducing Himself: 4 Years Clean & Background 08:45 - Music Career, Baby Bash & the "Show Business" Reality 12:10 - Addiction, Street Hustle & Burning Bridges 16:40 - Prison Time & the Wake-Up Call 21:00 - Transition into Recovery Work & Vocational Programs 26:30 - Building Relationships & Opportunities Post-Recovery 32:15 - Leadership, Workforce Development & Helping Others 38:50 - Lessons from the Music Industry Applied to Life 45:20 - Accountability, Humility & Personal Growth 52:10 - Advice for Those Still Struggling 58:45 - The Power of Work + Recovery Balance 1:05:30 - Future Vision for Empower & Second Chances 1:12:40 - Closing Thoughts & Motivation 👉Connect with Dustin: Dustin@empowerrecoveryhomes.com 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: / devinesalerno Instagram: / thedevinesalerno TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/thedevinesalerno/ Facebook: / thedevinesalernopodcast X: https://www.x.com/westdevine4tay/ thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded May 18th, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and turn on notifications. 👍 Like if this episode spoke to you. Search “Dustin Chavez - The Devine Salerno Podcast” on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else! Drop a like, comment, and subscribe if these redemption stories hit home. Real talk for the culture. #Recovery #Reentry #WorkforceDevelopment #Sobriety #RedemptionStory #TheDevineSalernoPodcast #AddictionRecovery

John Cupich - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 18

John Cupich - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 18 In this episode, Devine sits down with John Cupich — a seasoned clinical addiction and behavioral health professional with over 20 years in the field and deep lived experience in recovery. John shares his journey from Omaha, Nebraska to Denver in the late '80s, building a family, navigating the American dream, and confronting alcoholism that led him into treatment and long-term sobriety. From growing up in a large Croatian family with roots in a domestic violence home, to finding independence, starting college, skiing the slopes, and eventually rediscovering his path through recovery, John's story is full of raw honesty, resilience, and wisdom. They dive into topics like breaking cycles, building your own identity, the power of lived experience in helping others, and what true recovery looks like in practice. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for inspiration on personal growth and overcoming challenges, this conversation delivers hope, practical insights, and real talk from two men walking the walk. 👉Connect with John: Johncupich@empowerrecoveryhomes.com 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/devinesalerno/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedevinesalerno/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/thedevinesalerno/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedevinesalernopodcast/ X: https://www.x.com/westdevine4tay/ thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded May 20th, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and turn on notifications. 👍 Like if this episode spoke to you. Search “John Cupich - The Devine Salerno Podcast” on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! 🎙️ Follow for more raw redemption stories, recovery journeys, and real conversations that matter. #Recovery #AddictionRecovery #Sobriety #PersonalGrowth #RedemptionStory #TheDevineSalernoPodcast

Shay Kirkness - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 17

From the streets of Billings, Montana to co-owning a recovery company in Denver — Shay Kirkness delivers one of the most raw, powerful, and inspiring redemption stories you’ll hear. In this episode, Devine Salerno sits down with Shay Kirkness — recovery coach, APRS facilitator, and co-founder of Driven Recovery alongside her husband JD. Shay opens up about her traumatic upbringing, how the DARE program ironically introduced her to the drug game, her rise as a female drug dealer in a violent world, escalating addiction to methamphetamine and fentanyl, multiple overdoses, prison time, and the health crisis that finally forced her to choose life. She shares how she walked miles in full withdrawal to a methadone clinic, cut off everyone and everything toxic, and rebuilt her life from the ground up. Today she’s helping others — especially new moms in recovery — through groups and building Driven Recovery with purpose and empathy. Listen until the end. Share this with someone who needs to hear it. And drop a comment below — which part of Shay’s story hit you the hardest? 👉 Subscribe for more unfiltered redemption stories and real conversations 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode 👍 Like & Comment — your support helps these stories reach the people who need them most Shay Kirkness: “The most gangster thing I ever did was get sober.” 👉Connect with Shay:: https://www.instagram.com/soberisgangster/ 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/devinesalerno/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedevinesalerno/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/thedevinesalerno/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedevinesalernopodcast/ X: https://www.x.com/westdevine4tay/ thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded June 1st, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and turn on notifications. 👍 Like if this episode spoke to you. Hashtags #ShayKirkness #DevineSalernoPodcast #RecoveryStory #AddictionRecovery #Redemption #FentanylRecovery #BillingsMontana #DrivenRecovery #SoberIsGangster #TraumaToTriumph #RecoveryCoach #LivedExperience #BeyondTheBarriers

Christian Rebaza - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 16

Christian Rebaza - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 16 In this raw and powerful episode of The Devine Salerno Podcast, Devine sits down with Christian Rebaza — a man whose life has been marked by international roots, family challenges, addiction, loss, and an inspiring path to recovery and service. Born in Honduras to a Peruvian father and a mother from Colorado, Christian shares his unique journey: early embassy struggles, family road trips through Central America, cultural identity, street life, and the battles with substance abuse that nearly broke him. He opens up about hitting rock bottom, the power of sobriety, rebuilding relationships, and now helping others through recovery work. This conversation is filled with honest talk on resilience, faith, cultural heritage, redemption, and what real change requires. If you're walking your own path of recovery or just need an authentic story of overcoming hardship, this episode delivers. Presented by Ledger Media Company. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 01:16 - Christian Rebaza Introduction 03:01 - Christian's Clean Date & Losing His Mother 04:38 - Early Recovery Struggles & Tools That Helped 07:08 - Joining Empower Recovery Homes 08:26 - The Gift of Desperation & Rock Bottom Moment 11:28 - What Made Empower Different 13:28 - Past Incidents & Avoiding Prison 15:00 - Substance Use History & Family Impact 18:35 - Giving Up Daughter for Adoption 21:00 - Hustling to Get Family Out of Homeless Shelter 27:58 - Born in Honduras: Family Background & Cultural Roots 31:00 - Childhood Instability, Foster Care & Moving Around 34:55 - Juvenile Trouble, Probation & Boot Camp 39:40 - Resentments Toward Dad & The Four Agreements 51:14 - Travel Stories & Cultural Experiences in Central America 58:30 - Faith, Recovery Tools & Helping Others 01:10:00 - Current Life in Recovery & Peer Support Work 01:20:00 - Final Thoughts & Closing 👉Connect with Christian: Christian.Rebaza@empowerrecoveryhomes.com 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: @devinesalerno Instagram: @thedevinesalerno TikTok: @thedevinesalerno Facebook: "The Devine Salerno Podcast" X: @westdevine4tay thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded May 12th, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and turn on notifications. 👍 Like if this episode spoke to you. 💬 Comment below: What part of Christian’s story resonated with you the most? #DevineSalernoPodcast #ChristianRebaza #RecoveryJourney #Sobriety #ComebackStory #PersonalGrowth #LedgerMediaCompany #PeerRecovery

Sparkle Lindsay - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 15

🎙️ Sparkle Lindsay - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 15 In this powerful and inspiring episode, Devine Salerno sits down with Sparkle Lindsay — motivational speaker, author, recovery coach, and founder of Sparkle LLC and Phoenix Rising Coaching University. Sparkle shares her incredible journey from addiction and adversity to building a thriving coaching business centered on lived experience, leadership, growth, and helping others find their light. From pioneering her unique approach in the coaching space to creating a "home" for coaches who want to get busy while taking care of themselves, this conversation is full of raw truth, hope, and practical wisdom. If you're on a recovery journey, building a purpose-driven business, or simply need motivation to keep pushing forward, this episode is for you. Key Topics: Overcoming addiction and transforming your life Building a coaching business from the ground up The power of lived experience in helping others Phoenix Rising Coaching University & Sparkle LLC Faith, resilience, and shining your light Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction & Welcome 1:32 Sparkle Lindsay Joins the Show 2:53 Sparkle Introduces Herself & Sparkle LLC 3:55 Early Coaching Journey & Lessons Learned 4:16 Doors Slammed Shut & Being Humbled 5:45 The Real Work: Self-Development as a Coach 7:20 "Legs to the Table" Metaphor & Personal Story 9:10 Building from Lived Experience in Recovery 11:30 Transition from HR/Corporate to Entrepreneurship 13:50 Small Business Development Course & Pioneering 16:20 Challenges of Creating Something New 20:00 7 Years in Recovery & Celebrating Milestones 23:45 Authenticity, Burnout & Coach Support 27:30 Founding Sparkle LLC as a Hub for Coaches 32:10 Phoenix Rising Coaching University Vision 36:40 Helping Coaches Avoid Compassion Fatigue 41:00 Power of Lived Experience in Coaching Others 46:20 Faith, Resilience & Shining Your Light 51:30 Practical Advice for New Coaches & Entrepreneurs 56:40 Community, Leadership & Pouring Into Yourself 1:02:00 Personal Growth Stories & Transformations 1:08:20 Overcoming Adversity & Motivation 1:14:50 Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways 1:20:45 Closing Remarks 1:22:27 Farewell & Outro 👉Connect with Sparkle Lindsay: Website: https://www.sparklelindsay.com/ Sparkle LLC & Phoenix Rising Coaching University 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: @devinesalerno Instagram: @thedevinesalerno TikTok: @thedevinesalerno Facebook: "The Devine Salerno Podcast" X: @westdevine4tay thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded April 15nd, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast New episodes drop regularly. Make sure to subscribe, turn on notifications, and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway from this episode! 👇 #SparkleLindsay #RecoveryCoach #MotivationalSpeaker #PhoenixRising #DevineSalernoPodcast #OvercomingAddiction #LifeCoaching #PersonalGrowth

Daniel Okodo - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 14

🎙️ Daniel Okodo - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 14 In this powerful episode, Devine Salerno sits down with Daniel Okodo — a driven young entrepreneur, part owner of Empower Recovery and Empower Re-entry, and founder of multiple businesses including Primary Electrical Services and KSX Services. Daniel shares his incredible journey of recovery (over two years strong), building a full life after struggle, and staying grateful through the hustle of entrepreneurship. They dive deep into Daniel’s vision for his upcoming podcast — blending passionate conversations, craft coffee vibes, food, music (jazz, lo-fi, neo-soul, electronic), and that intimate, intentional energy of serving people good energy and good eats. From music industry stories and live performance magic to cultural connections and staying passionate about what lights you up, this one is full of real talk, inspiration, and forward momentum. If you’re into raw stories of recovery, entrepreneurship, personal growth, and building something meaningful, this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 01:04 - Who is Daniel Okodo? Businesses & Current Life 02:24 - Recovery Journey (2+ Years Clean) & Gratitude 04:22 - Vision for His New Podcast (Coffee, Food, Music & Vibes) 07:30 - Music Passion: Jazz, Live Shows & Industry Stories 13:22 - Food, Intention & Elevated Culture 17:49 - Spirituality, Faith & Church Life 23:58 - How Devine & Daniel First Met + Early Recovery 30:39 - The Dark Past: Dealing, Arrest & Rock Bottom 46:31 - Getting Clean & Early Sobriety Struggles 55:00 - Building Multiple Businesses in Recovery 01:10:00 - Future Vision, Helping Others & Final Advice 01:18:20 - Outro & Calls to Action 👉 Follow Daniel Okodo & stay tuned for his new show! 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: @devinesalerno Instagram: @thedevinesalerno TikTok: @thedevinesalerno Facebook: "The Devine Salerno Podcast" X: @westdevine4tay thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok: @ledgermediacompany Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com 👉 Follow Gold Standard Recovery: Search “Gold Standard Recovery” or visit goldstandarddenver.com 👉 Support Empower Recovery Homes: IG: @empowerrecoveryhomes empowerrecoveryhomes.com Episode Recorded April 2nd, 2026 All Rights Reserved - Ledger Media Company | The Devine Salerno Podcast #DevineSalernoPodcast #DanielOkodo #Episode14 #RecoveryJourney #EntrepreneurLife #LedgerMediaCompany #PersonalGrowth #MusicAndVibes #HustleAndRecovery #DenverEntrepreneur

Vida Elekovic - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 13

🎙️ Vida Elekovic - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 13 In this episode, Devine sits down with Vida Elekovic — a 23-year-old Serbian entrepreneur who moved to America 10 years ago and became a business owner by age 19-20. Vida shares her journey building a custom signage company (Me on Neon / Worldwide Signage), running sober living homes, the influence of her serial entrepreneur family, and raw stories from her past. From growing up in Serbia, navigating immigration twists, to scaling multiple businesses and turning personal challenges into purpose-driven work — this is a powerful conversation about hustle, family influence, resilience, and building something real. Plus, she made the sick custom sign for the set! 👉 Follow Vida & check out her work: Meon Neon / Worldwide Signage (custom signs, channel letters, large format & more!) Instagram: @meonsigns TikTok: @meonsigns YouTube: @meonneon https://www.meonneon.com 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: @devinesalerno Instagram: @thedevinesalerno TikTok: @thedevinesalerno Facebook: "The Devine Salerno Podcast" All Right Reserved Ledger Media Company 2026 If you enjoyed the episode, drop a like, comment your biggest takeaway, and subscribe for more raw conversations with real people who’ve been through it. New episodes dropping regularly! #DevineSalernoPodcast #Entrepreneur #SignageBusiness #SoberLiving #ImmigrantStory #YoungEntrepreneur

Chris "Psycho" Mendoza - The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 12

In this raw and powerful episode of The Devine Salerno Podcast No. 12, host Devine Salerno sits down with Chris "Psycho" Mendoza — a man who's lived the streets, survived Arizona prison yards, battled addiction, and is now fighting for a new life in Colorado. Chris holds nothing back as he shares his unfiltered journey: growing up with abuse, Tourette's, and ADHD, turning to boxing and violence as a kid, high-speed chases, multiple prison bids, running with the "Skina" table on the Murder Yard, prison politics, hustling, and the brutal realities of gang life behind bars. He also opens up about recent relapses, losing friends, his wife, sober living goals, music background, and what real change looks like moving forward. This is a gritty, honest conversation about trauma, street code, prison culture (Arizona vs. Colorado), rock bottom, and the daily grind of redemption. If you're in recovery, have done time, or just need a real story of resilience, this episode hits hard. 👉 Follow Chris Mendoza for updates on his journey. 👉 Follow Devine: Snapchat: @devinesalerno Instagram: @thedevinesalerno TikTok: @thedevinesalerno Facebook: "The Devine Salerno Podcast" X: @westdevine4tay thedevinesalernopodcast.com 👉 Follow Ledger Media Company: TikTok/Instagram: @ledgermediacompany ledgermediacompany.com Brought to you by Ledger Media Company Drop a like if this story resonates, comment your biggest takeaway, and share with someone who needs to hear it. New episodes drop regularly — stay tuned! Episode recorded 2026 | All rights reserved, Ledger Media Company & The Devine Salerno Podcast

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