From Animal House to a Window of Willingness: Trey R.’s Recovery Road

The Cup of Joe Show

What happens when your dream is to live like John Belushi in Animal House—and you actually pull it off?

For Trey R., that dream became a nightmare of alcohol and drug addiction. In this raw and deeply moving episode of The Cup of Joe Show, Trey shares his rollercoaster of a journey: from growing up a devout Christian and drinking alone at 16, to nearly dying of alcohol poisoning at 17, to chasing the high across the country with Widespread Panic.

Despite becoming a successful attorney, Trey’s addiction cost him everything—his marriages, his career, and ultimately, his self-worth. He opens up about the darkest corners of his life, including the moment he realized his only “friends” were the ones he paid: bartenders, dealers, and strippers. But just when it seemed all was lost, a window of willingness opened… and his drug dealer drove him to an AA meeting.

Hear how Trey rebuilt his life not once, but twice, after an 8-year relapse—through prayer, meditation, and service. This isn’t just a story about addiction and recovery—it’s about spiritual rebirth, second chances, and the quiet power of surrender.

🎧 Whether you're in recovery, love someone who is, or just need a reminder that redemption is possible, this episode is a can’t miss.

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The Cup of Joe Show explores the journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—one story, one conversation, and one step at a time. New Episode Every Thursday at Noon.