Daniel Hearn Sharing and Caring Hard Knox Talks

Daniel Hearn Sharing and Caring Hard Knox Talks

Author: Joanie Sigal November 7, 2025 Duration: 50:29

This isn't just a recovery story—it's a fight for survival and family.

Meet Daniel Hearn and Donna Gilchrist. Their path through addiction ripped their family apart: a tradesman losing everything, a son taken into care, a violent gangster, and Daniel held hostage with an axe to his throat. Meanwhile, Donna hit the streets, surviving violence and addiction.

Today? They're not just recovered; they're reunited and raising a family, showing the world that the storm can pass. Daniel now runs Hard Knox Talks and Donna leads Parenting in the Storm.

Tune in to hear:

The terrifying truth of hitting rock bottom—including that life-or-death confrontation.

How Daniel's mother helped pull him out of the darkness.

The gritty, step-by-step path they took to forgive, reconcile, and rebuild their family.

Why their message is vital for every family fighting to find its way back.

Don't miss this raw, inspiring conversation about resilience against all odds. Listen now!

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Hosted by Joanie Sigal, The Addiction Podcast-Point of No Return is a raw and necessary conversation about substance use and the path out of it. This isn't a clinical lecture, but a collection of real voices from the heart of the crisis. You'll hear from people who have lived through addiction to opioids, heroin, cocaine, prescription drugs, and fentanyl, sharing their journeys from dependence to recovery. The podcast also makes space for the families and loved ones whose lives are intertwined with this struggle, offering their perspectives on the chaos, the repeated attempts at rehab, and the strategies that finally made a difference. Each episode tackles the complex societal and personal issues surrounding addiction, all while grounding the discussion in tangible hope and practical recovery options. By focusing on these firsthand accounts, Joanie creates a podcast that serves as both a lifeline and a roadmap for anyone touched by this challenge-whether you're seeking help for yourself or striving to understand how to support someone else. Tune in for stories that don't shy away from the darkness but consistently point toward the light of resilience and regained control.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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