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09/20/2026

🧠 NEW EPISODE | STRAIGHT OUT OF A COMA

34 years ago, Matt Thomas survived a devastating drunk driving accident that left him in a coma. What came after was a lifelong journey of finding new ways to move forward.

Today, Matt has found purpose and passion in so many different ways, including photography, golfing, hydro biking and acting. He’s also been sober for 15 years and uses his experience to help others.

Matt now speaks to people dealing with DUI offenses and works with law enforcement, helping police officers better understand the realities and consequences surrounding impaired driving.

In Episode 34, Matt shares his story, his recovery, the challenges he’s faced, and how he continues to find ways to live life on his terms.

🎙️ Episode 34: Straight Out of a Coma
🎧 Watch & listen now on all platforms.

In this episode of 'When Words Don't Come Easy', hosts Justin and R...

09/17/2026

09/13/2026

🧠 Recovery doesn’t end when you leave rehab.

So what happens next?

In this week’s episode of When Words Don’t Come Easy, we sit down with Kerri Potthoff of Brain Healing Collective to talk about what comes after the hospital and traditional rehab, and how survivors can find meaningful goals, reconnect with themselves, and build a new path forward.

Recovery may look different than you imagined, but that doesn’t mean it’s over.

🎙️ New episode out now. Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

In this episode, Justin and Roger discuss the often-overlooked jour...

09/12/2026

🎯 Recovery starts with achievable goals.
Kerri Potthoff of the Brain Healing Collective explains how the Reconnect Program helps people after stroke create short-term, meaningful goals that give them something concrete to work toward.

Instead of focusing only on where you want to be someday, it’s about identifying what you can work on right now and building from there. 🧠💙

🎙️ Hear more from Kerri on the next episode of When Words Don’t Come Easy.