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“My Mom Can Sleep at Night” ft. Ryan O.

“My Mom Can Sleep at Night” ft. Ryan O.

From Heroin to Hope: Ryan Owac’s Harrowing Journey Through Addiction, Prison Gangs, and Redemption with Bryan Alzate

In this gripping episode, host Bryan Alzate sits down with Ryan Owac, who shares his tumultuous journey from addiction to redemption. Ryan delves deep into his experiences with drug addiction, particularly heroin, and the life-altering consequences it brought, including a stint in prison. Inside the prison’s walls, he navigated the treacherous world of gang politics, witnessing brutal violence, and the constant threat of being targeted. He recounts chilling tales of inmates being stabbed, the intricate gang handshakes, and the corrupt system that often turned a blind eye. Ryan also touches on the unique prison culture, from the Aryan brothers trying to recruit him to the secret documentaries being filmed to expose the prison’s corruption. Despite the darkness, Ryan’s story is one of resilience and hope. He speaks of the moments that pushed him towards recovery and the realization that if he could survive the harshest conditions in prison, he could reclaim his life outside. Join Bryan and Ryan for a raw, unfiltered look into the depths of addiction, the horrors of prison life, and the challenging road to recovery.


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Hell Has an Exit Podcast is a display of resilience of the human spirit. Our host Bryan Alzate was addicted at the age of 14. Lost and suicidal he found his own exit in hell by getting clean at 17 and involvement in a 12 step program. Since then Bryan has dedicated much of his life helping other addicts find the Exit. On this show Bryan interviews individuals who have fought similar battles- emotionally raw, vulnerable and uncut.