Nothing’s Off the Table with Louis Ruggiero

Episodes

• "He Shot Me Up With Heroin For The First Time" | Surviving Addiction, Prison & 7 Years Sober 02.07.2026 34m

  "He shot me up with heroin for the first time" — and that single moment sent Lauren G. into a years-long battle with addiction that nearly cost her an arm, a foot, and her life. In this raw, unfiltered episode of Nothing's Off The Table, Lauren G. (Philly / Kensington) opens up about the addiction story she's never fully told. From taking her first drink at 14, to a trauma bond that pulled her into opiates, to shooting heroin despite being terrified of needles — Lauren holds nothing back. She walks us through the hardest chapters: multiple DUIs, stealing from her own mom, watching her sister break down crying through prison glass, blood infections that nearly took her left arm, cellulitis that nearly took her foot — and why even THAT wasn't enough to make her stop. But this is also a story of hope. Lauren shares how a year in prison, Bucks County drug court, and finally hitting the point where "the pain gets great enough" led her to over 7 years of recovery — and a life beyond her wildest dreams. If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation is for you. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. Learn More: 🌎 Website: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram:(https://www.instagram.com/laurgaff) 👉 TikTok:(https://www.tiktok.com/@lala.g730) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• "I Started Gambling at 11 Years Old" | He Stole Wallets, Did Jail Time & Got Hooked on Crypto Casinos 30.06.2026 33m

  He placed his first bet at 11 years old. By 21, he'd stolen wallets, done jail time, and burned through everything chasing the next bet on underage crypto casinos. In this episode of Nothing's Off The Table, I sit down with Kurt F. — a former compulsive gambler now in recovery — to talk about the dark reality of youth gambling addiction in the age of sports betting apps, loot boxes, and 24/7 access casinos in your pocket.  We get into:  - How a kid gets hooked on gambling at 11 years old  - Underage gambling through crypto casinos  - Stealing to fund the addiction and the jail time that followed  - Why losing can feel just as addictive as winning  - The stigma of being a compulsive gambler vs. a drug addict or alcoholic  - How loot boxes & video games are grooming the next generation of gamblers  - What finally made him surrender — and how he got into recovery  - His best advice for anyone still sick and suffering  This is one of the most raw, honest conversations we've had about gambling addiction and recovery. If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode is for you. Kurt is now pursuing his master's to become a counselor and help other compulsive gamblers. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. Learn More: 🌎 Website: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/ParentsStandingTogether) 👉 Website: (https://parentsstandingtogether.org) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• "I Thought I Couldn't Overdose" | 16 Years on Heroin to Sober 25.06.2026 45m

  For 16 years, Jessie thought she was the exception — that she was too smart to overdose, that the heroin, the chaos, and the dangerous people would never actually catch up to her. Then one overdose changed everything. In this raw, no-filter episode of Nothing's Off The Table, Jessie opens up about the full arc of her addiction and recovery: getting hooked, losing herself to heroin, a violent relationship in a Marina del Rey apartment that looked perfect from the outside, nearly dying from a septic infection during COVID, leading police on a chase in her blacked-out Hellcat, house arrest, and the moment she finally surrendered and got sober in 2022. We get into the stuff most recovery conversations avoid — why she refuses to "reset her clock" after a relapse, the shame that keeps so many people from coming back, what tough love from her parents actually felt like from the inside, and how she rebuilt her entire life from nothing. Today Jessie runs a sober living home, works in the treatment field, and launched her own clothing line, Broken Bandit. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this one is full of hope, honesty, and proof that the doors that open in recovery are bigger than any fear that's keeping you out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Lamar Odom’s SHOCKING Story: The Coma, Khloe Kardashian & The Night That Almost Killed Him 23.06.2026 1h 11m

  Lamar Odom sits down for one of the most raw, honest conversations we've ever had on Nothing's Off The Table. Two-time NBA champion. Sixth Man of the Year. Played alongside Kobe Bryant. Married into the most famous family on earth. And then — 12 strokes, 6 heart attacks, and a coma that nearly ended it all at the Bunny Ranch in 2015. In this unforgettable episode, Lamar opens up about growing up around addiction, losing his mother and his infant son, the spotlight of the Lakers and the Kardashians, the truth about his marriage to Khloé, the night he overdosed, waking up unable to walk or talk, and the long road back to recovery. He shares why he's clean today, the plant medicine helping him heal, his thoughts on the gambling crisis in sports, and the message of hope he wants every struggling addict to hear. This is a story about how far addiction can take you — and proof that it doesn't have to end there. Recovery is possible. Change is possible. If he made it out, so can you. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. Learn More: Website: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram:(https://www.instagram.com/lamarodom) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Her Kids Found Her Passed Out at a 0.47 BAC | Anne's SHOCKING Story of Alcohol Addiction 18.06.2026 53m

  A 0.47 blood alcohol content. Five rehabs. Three kids coming home from school to find their mother passed out. In this episode of Nothing's Off The Table, Anne— a mom from Michigan, now 7 years sober — shares the raw, unfiltered story of how alcoholism nearly killed her, and the single moment that finally broke through. She takes us from a childhood with an alcoholic father, through a progression that ended with her drinking vodka and mouthwash just to stop the tremors, to the day a CPS worker looked her in the eyes and said she'd place all three of her children in separate homes. That was the moment she surrendered. This is a story about how bad it can get — and proof that recovery is possible at any age. 🔎 What We Cover In This Episode - Growing up with an alcoholic father — and how she used "it's in my genes" as an excuse for years - The terrifying progression: beer to wine to vodka to drinking mouthwash to survive - A 0.47 BAC hospitalization and the doctor telling her husband she shouldn't be alive - The day her 14-year-old daughter read a letter about what the drinking did to her - The CPS visit that became her rock-bottom — and her surrender on the side of the road - Finding the rooms of AA, "Big Mike," and why she says those rooms saved her life - Making amends to her high school sweetheart husband and rebuilding her family - Her advice for anyone still suffering: just keep coming back 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. Learn More: Website: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: 👉 TikTok: 👉 Website: About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Gambling Addiction Almost Killed Him by 28 | Anthony’s SHOCKING Gambling Addiction 16.06.2026 46m

  Anthony Natoli was 12 years old when he placed his first bet. By his late 20s he was living a "perfect" six-figure tech sales life in San Francisco — while secretly drowning in over $100K of gambling debt, 60 pounds overweight, a credit score in the 400s, and standing at the edge of the Golden Gate Bridge. In this raw, unfiltered episode of Nothing's Off The Table, Anthony tells host Louis how a compulsive sports betting addiction (DraftKings, FanDuel, bookies, parlays) nearly cost him his life — and how an ultimatum from his Italian mother became the wake-up call that saved it. Six and a half years into recovery, Anthony is now debt-free, married, healthy, and living a life he once thought was impossible. We go deep on the stuff most people are too ashamed to say out loud: lying to your therapist with live bets pending, the dread of Sunday night, why winning $158,000 on the Super Bowl was gone in 72 hours, and why gambling is an EMOTIONAL disease — not a financial one. If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation is proof that recovery is possible and you are not alone. 🔎 WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE • How an innocent bet at 12 years old spiraled into a secret six-figure gambling addiction • The double life: a "perfect" six-figure tech career on the outside, crushing debt and shame on the inside • His last bet, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the mom ultimatum that saved his life • Lying to his own therapist with live bets pending — and why gambling is an EMOTIONAL disease, not a financial one • Gamblers Anonymous & the Pressure Relief Group: how to function and survive massive debt • Why winning never fixes it — and the exact steps Anthony took to rebuild his health, finances, and marriage 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. Learn More: Website: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram:(https://www.instagram.com/ant_natoli) 👉 TikTok:(https://www.tiktok.com/@theanthonynatoli) 👉 Website: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-natoli) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• "I Overdosed in My Father's Car — Then Begged Him to Drive Me to Rehab"| Alan’s SHOCKING Story 11.06.2026 56m

  What does it take to survive 14 trips to rehab, a fentanyl overdose in your own father's car, and still find your way back? In this raw, unfiltered episode of Nothing's Off the Table, Louis Ruggiero sits down with Alan Griffin — a man who used drugs and alcohol from age 12 to 31, hit a rock bottom most people don't survive, and is now 15 years sober and the National Director of EAP & Union Partnerships at Banyan Treatment Centers, helping first responders and veterans across the country get the help they deserve. Alan opens up about everything: * His last day using — crack, heroin, and fentanyl laid out in his father's condo * Overdosing in a car after his dad gave him $40 out of desperation * Being told by his father: "Don't call me your father anymore" * Checking into treatment for the 14th time — and finally meaning it * Meeting his wife in recovery and what she means to his sobriety * Why 15 years in, he does MORE work on himself than he did in Year 1 * His life-changing experience at Onsite in Tennessee and intensive trauma work * What keeps him sober — and what he tells people who are still suffering This one is real. This one hits different. And it might be the episode someone needs to finally make the call. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. 📞 Learn More: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/mayor252) 👉 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@banyantreatmentcenter) 👉 Website: (https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• "‘Mom, What Are You Snorting?’ | Jodi’s SHOCKING Recovery After 10 Years of Secret Opioid Addiction 09.06.2026 46m

  For 10 years, nobody knew. Not her parents. Not her friends. Not even her children. In this powerful episode of Nothing's Off the Table, Jordi shares her shocking journey from a successful suburban mom secretly battling opioid addiction to finding freedom through recovery. After a decade of hiding her addiction, everything came crashing down during COVID when she unknowingly took counterfeit pills, suffered a terrifying psychotic episode, hallucinated, was hospitalized, restrained, and had CPS show up at her home. What followed was the beginning of a life-changing recovery journey. In this raw and emotional conversation, Jordi opens up about: -Secret opioid addiction -Snorting oxycodone for 10 years -Counterfeit pills and overdose scares -Withdrawal and detox -CPS involvement -Parenting during addiction -Shame, guilt, and recovery -Rehab and getting sober -Life after addiction -Finding hope and healing If you're struggling with addiction—or love someone who is—this episode proves that no matter how dark things get, recovery is possible. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. 📞 Learn More: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: 👉 TikTok: 👉 Website: About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Snorted Heroin While My 2-Month-Old Daughter Slept…” | The SHOCKING Truth About Heroin Addiction 04.06.2026 50m

  In this shocking episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Andrew shares the raw truth about addiction, heroin, overdoses, crime, recovery, and nearly losing everything. From selling drugs and stealing to support his addiction… to overdosing, surviving getting shot FOUR times, and fighting to become a better father — this story is unbelievable. Andrew opens up about: * Heroin & oxy addiction * Overdosing twice in one night * Getting arrested & going to juvie * Stealing to survive addiction * Surviving being shot 4 times * Recovery, sobriety & redemption * Fatherhood after addiction * The terrifying rise of 7OH / kratom addiction This is one of the most intense addiction recovery stories we’ve ever shared. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this episode could change — or even save — a life. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. 📞 Learn More: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: 👉 TikTok: 👉 Website: About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Gambled Until I Lost My Mind” | The SHOCKING Truth About Gambling Addiction 02.06.2026 46m

  Jordan Freeman opens up like never before in this brutally honest conversation about addiction, gambling, Xanax abuse, alcohol, recovery, rehab, relapse, and rebuilding his life from rock bottom. In this episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Jordan reveals the shocking truth behind his gambling addiction, hiding substance abuse from his family, getting high while shopping for rehab clothes with his dad, and the mental destruction that came with compulsive gambling and Xanax addiction. This is one of the most raw and emotional addiction recovery stories we’ve ever shared. We talk about: * Gambling addiction and sports betting * Xanax and alcohol abuse * Rock bottom moments * Recovery and sobriety * Rehab and treatment * Mental health and addiction * College addiction culture * Recovery after relapse * Compulsive gambling and debt * Building a new life in sobriety Jordan is now helping others recover from gambling addiction while pursuing his master’s degree at NYU and working directly with clients struggling with addiction and recovery. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, gambling, alcohol, drugs, or mental health — this episode could change your life. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod 📹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod 🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. 📞 Learn More: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/rightchoicerecovery) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: @blueprintbyjordan  👉 TikTok: @blueprintbyjordan  About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Was The Bottom Of The Barrel Drunk.” | Addiction Nearly Took Everything 28.05.2026 57m

  In this powerful episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Louis Ruggiero sits down with Caitlin for a raw, emotional, and honest conversation about addiction, alcoholism, relapse, detox, treatment, recovery, faith, therapy, and what it really takes to rebuild your life. Caitlin shares her journey from growing up outside of Boston to struggling with alcohol, drugs, repeated relapses, treatment centers, and the painful cycle of getting sober, losing herself again, and trying to find a way back. Now with 18 months sober, she opens up about the moments that nearly broke her — and the recovery tools that finally helped her find peace, self-love, and emotional sobriety. This episode is not about glorifying addiction. It is about showing the truth of where addiction can take someone, while also proving that recovery is possible. Caitlin’s story is a reminder that no matter how many times you fall, your life can still change. If you are struggling with addiction, alcoholism, drug addiction, relapse, gambling, mental health, codependency, or feeling hopeless in recovery, this conversation is for you. “If I can get sober, you can too.” Recovery is possible. Change is possible. And if someone else made it out, so can you. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/thecaitalexis) 👉 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@thecaitalexis) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Lost Everything to Gambling at 15…” | Jimmy’s Gambling Recovery Story 26.05.2026 58m

  In this episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Louis Ruggiero sits down with Jimmy — a compulsive gambler with 14 years in recovery — for one of the most honest conversations ever shared about gambling addiction, sports betting, shame, family trauma, and redemption. Jimmy started gambling at just 13 years old in the streets of Chicago. What began as harmless parlay cards and neighborhood betting quickly spiraled into a life consumed by compulsive gambling. By 15, he was already in debt to a bookie and forced to confess everything to his mother through tears, fear, and shame. From gambling while incarcerated… to losing the trust of the people he loved most… to being told he wasn’t welcome home for Easter… Jimmy shares the brutal emotional reality of addiction that so many people suffer through silently. But this episode is not just about addiction — it’s about recovery, transformation, forgiveness, and hope. Jimmy opens up about:• The hidden dangers of sports betting and legalized gambling• Why gambling addiction is often harder to detect than drugs or alcohol• The loneliness, lies, manipulation, and destruction addiction creates• How Gamblers Anonymous saved his life• The defining moments that changed his recovery forever• Rebuilding trust with family after years of pain• Losing both of his parents after finally earning their forgiveness• Why less than 5% of addicts stay in long-term recovery• How helping others became his purpose• The message that saved him from suicidal thoughts and gave him meaning again This conversation is raw, emotional, funny at times, heartbreaking at others, and ultimately filled with hope for anyone struggling right now. If you are battling gambling addiction, alcohol addiction, drug addiction, depression, debt, or feel completely alone — this episode is for you. Recovery is possible. Healing is possible. And your life is not over. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/gamblingrecoverypod) 👉Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/show/7gJxD08VBZCnzV7rDnIkhT?si=MmYA4uNQQJa1lfTrvXRavw&nd=1&dlsi=ef3cc9a7547b4ab3) 👉 Website: (https://www.gamblingrecoverypodcast.com) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Porn, Toxic Love & Trauma | The Therapist Warning Everyone About Modern Relationships 21.05.2026 48m

  For the first time on Nothing’s Off the Table, Louis sits down with a therapist who specializes in trauma, codependency, love addiction, sex addiction, and emotional recovery — and the conversation gets REAL fast. In this episode, Angela Smigiel, LCSW, CSAT breaks down: * Why people become addicted to toxic relationships * The psychology behind love addiction * How porn is rewiring young men’s brains * Why healthy relationships can feel “boring” * The hidden connection between childhood trauma and adult relationships * What emotional sobriety actually means * The warning signs of sex addiction & codependency * Why so many people chase emotionally unavailable partners This episode is different from anything we’ve done before — raw, uncomfortable, eye-opening, and incredibly important. If you’ve ever struggled with toxic relationships, validation, attachment issues, porn, or feeling emotionally empty even in sobriety… this conversation might change the way you see yourself forever. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest 👉 Website: (http://www.spiralupcounseling.com) 👉 Buy the Workbook: (https://a.co/d/073PG2B9) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Was Dying Inside” | How Addiction & Depression Nearly Destroyed Her Life 19.05.2026 53m

  In this raw and emotional episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Louis Ruggiero sits down with author and recovery advocate Carly Schwartz to talk about addiction, depression, self-medication, relapse, recovery, and what it truly takes to rebuild your life. Carly opens up about using substances to cope with mental health struggles, the moment she realized things had spiraled out of control, and how she fought her way to over 7.5 years sober. Together, Louis and Carly dive deep into the realities of alcoholism, rehab, AA, dual diagnosis treatment, relapse stigma, mental health, and why recovery is never one-size-fits-all. This conversation is honest, powerful, heartbreaking, and hopeful — especially for anyone struggling silently with addiction, depression, anxiety, or feeling stuck in life. We dive into: * Addiction & self-medication * Mental health and recovery * Alcoholism & sobriety * AA and 12-step programs * Relapse and shame * Depression & dual diagnosis * Recovery success stories * Carly’s new book: I’ll Try Anything Twice If you’re struggling — or love someone who is — this conversation could change your life. Recovery is possible. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/carlicita) 👉 LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlicita) 👉 Amazon: (https://www.amazon.com/Ill-Anything-Twice-Misadventures-Self-Medicated/dp/B0FD8RPH9L) 👉 Website: (https://www.carly.ink) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “The Drugs Stopped Working… But He Couldn’t Stop.” | Addiction Nearly Killed Him 14.05.2026 46m

  Ben W thought he had everything under control. The partying. The cocaine. The drinking. The New York City lifestyle. Until addiction completely took over. In this raw conversation, Ben shares the brutal reality of addiction, relapse, detox, rehab, and what finally helped him get sober after years of chaos. From hitting rock bottom to rebuilding his life through recovery and 12-step programs, this episode shows what addiction REALLY looks like behind closed doors. Today, Ben is over 3.5 years sober and helping others escape the same darkness he lived in. In this episode we discuss: * Cocaine addiction in NYC * Alcoholism and relapse * Detox and rehab experiences * The mental obsession of addiction * Early sobriety struggles * 30/60/90 days sober * 12-step recovery programs * Building a life after addiction If you’re struggling — or love someone who is — this conversation could change your life. Recovery is possible. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Lost Everything to Heroin… Then This Happened” | From Addiction to Recovery 12.05.2026 44m

  This is one of the most raw and powerful addiction recovery stories we’ve ever shared. In this episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Matt Fleming opens up about his battle with heroin addiction, losing people he loved, survivor’s guilt, and the brutal reality of hitting rock bottom. From shooting heroin to multiple relapses… to finally achieving 4.5 years of sobriety — this is a story of pain, resilience, and transformation. We dive into: * The truth about heroin addiction and relapse * Losing loved ones to overdose and survivor’s guilt * What rehab and detox are really like * The mindset shift that changed everything * How fitness and discipline helped him stay sober * Making amends and rebuilding relationships * Why most addicts struggle to quit — and what actually works If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this conversation could change everything. Recovery is possible. Change is possible. You are not alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Went on 3-Day Benders… Now I’m 21 Years Sober” | Addiction, Sobriety & Fatherhood 07.05.2026 50m

  “I Went on 3-Day Benders… Now I’m 21 Years Sober” | Addiction, Sobriety & Fatherhood Michael Chernow’s story is proof that no matter how far you’ve gone… you can come back. After years of 2–3 day drug and alcohol benders, running on empty, and living without purpose, Michael hit a breaking point. What followed wasn’t luck — it was structure, discipline, and one simple but powerful decision: Ask for help. Now 21+ years sober, Michael is a successful entrepreneur, devoted father, and living example of what’s possible when you commit to change. This episode is raw, honest, and packed with real tools for anyone struggling — or anyone who wants to level up their life. “Help is the most powerful word I know.” In this episode: * What addiction actually looks like behind the scenes * The exact daily structure that got him sober * Why discipline beats motivation every time * How recovery made him a better father * Turning pain into purpose and business success * The truth about asking for help If you’re struggling right now — or even thinking about changing your life — this conversation could be the one that shifts everything. Recovery is possible. Change is possible. You don’t have to do it alone. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. If you’re ready to take the first step in your recovery, reach out to Banyan Treatment Centers — the team I personally believe in. They’ve helped thousands of people rebuild their lives. 👉 Call: [(855) 773-1502] 🌐 Visit: (https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com/?utm_source=louis_podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=banyan_partnership&utm_content=episode_read) 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest: 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow) 👉 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelchernow) 👉 Website: (https://www.michaelchernow.com) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #BanyanTreatmentCenters #BanyanxLouis #BanyanRecovery #BanyanPodcastPartner #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• Heroin, Crack & Trafficking | The Moment That Saved Her Life 05.05.2026 41m

  She was homeless, addicted to heroin and crack, and trapped in sex trafficking… until the moment that changed her life forever. In this raw and emotional episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Jillian shares her story of addiction, trafficking, survival, and recovery. From being arrested with drugs in her system to discovering she was 14 weeks pregnant… this is a story about hitting rock bottom—and choosing to rise. This episode dives deep into: * Drug addiction and life on the streets * Human trafficking and prostitution survival * Trauma, abuse, and generational pain * Getting sober and rebuilding a life * Motherhood, purpose, and long-term recovery If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation could save a life. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. If you’re ready to take the first step in your recovery, reach out to Banyan Treatment Centers — the team I personally believe in. They’ve helped thousands of people rebuild their lives. 👉 Call: [(855) 773-1502] 🌐 Visit: (https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com/?utm_source=louis_podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=banyan_partnership&utm_content=episode_read) 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest: 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/herwayhomeworcester) 👉Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586873511964&rdid=ll9Q5bSinK26Hkv9&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F18RYknJAtf%2F#) 👉 Website: (https://herwayhomeworcester.org) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #BanyanTreatmentCenters #BanyanxLouis #BanyanRecovery #BanyanPodcastPartner #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• “I Went Through a Dead Guy’s Pockets...And Then Went To Get High.” | Addict to 10 Years Sober 30.04.2026 52m

  “I just went through a dead guy’s pockets… and then went to get high.” That moment changed everything. In this episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Dave Marcus shares his raw, unfiltered story of addiction — from living in his car, using heroin and fentanyl, running scams to survive, and witnessing death up close… to building a completely new life with nearly 10 years of sobriety. This is a brutally honest conversation about what addiction really looks like at its worst — and what it actually takes to come back from it. We talk about: * Living homeless in Kensington during active addiction * Using heroin and fentanyl daily * Scamming stores and surviving on the streets * The moment everything changed * Losing all sense of right and wrong * The reality of opiate withdrawal * Finding purpose through art, work, and recovery * 10 years of sobriety and rebuilding life from nothing If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode shows the truth — but more importantly, it shows that recovery is possible. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. If you’re ready to take the first step in your recovery, reach out to Banyan Treatment Centers — the team I personally believe in. They’ve helped thousands of people rebuild their lives. 👉 Call: [(855) 773-1502] 🌐 Visit: (https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com/?utm_source=louis_podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=banyan_partnership&utm_content=episode_read) 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest: 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/relapsevsrecoverygame) 👉 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@relapsevsrecovery) 👉 Website: (https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/relapse-vs-recovery1) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #BanyanTreatmentCenters #BanyanxLouis #BanyanRecovery #BanyanPodcastPartner #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• NFL Star Kayshon Boutte Lost $80,000 in ONE Day | Gambling Took Over His Life 28.04.2026 38m

  NFL wide receiver Kayshon Boutte opens up about his gambling addiction, losing $80,000 in a single day, and the hidden reality inside professional sports. In this episode of Nothing’s Off the Table, Kayshon shares how sports betting went from harmless fun in college to a daily obsession — waking up at 5AM betting on overseas table tennis, risking his NFL career, and losing control at the peak of his life. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about gambling addiction in the NFL, mental health, money, pressure, and rebuilding after hitting rock bottom. We discuss: * Kayshon Boutte’s $80,000 loss in one day * Gambling addiction in the NFL and locker rooms * Why athletes are vulnerable to sports betting * The mental side of winning big and still chasing more * Losing money fast and feeling nothing * Fan pressure and betting on player performance * The turning point that changed everything * How he’s rebuilding his mindset and career today This isn’t just a sports interview — it’s a real conversation about addiction, identity, and what happens when success and self-destruction collide. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. If you’re ready to take the first step in your recovery, reach out to Banyan Treatment Centers — the team I personally believe in. They’ve helped thousands of people rebuild their lives. 👉 Call: [(855) 773-1502] 🌐 Visit: (https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com/?utm_source=louis_podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=banyan_partnership&utm_content=episode_read) 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod) 📹 TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod) 🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable) 🔗 Buy a Nothing's Off Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-louis-ruggiero.myshopify.com) 🎙️ Connect with our guest: 👉 Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/kayshon) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices — from celebrities to everyday survivors — sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsofftheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #BanyanTreatmentCenters #BanyanxLouis #BanyanRecovery #BanyanPodcastPartner #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity --- Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices