In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Marc Crawford, the Administrator at Regions Behavioral Health in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Marc plays a key leadership role in one of the area’s leading behavioral health facilities, helping oversee programs that provide inpatient and outpatient treatment for mental health and addiction, including dual-diagnosis care for individuals facing both substance use and underlying mental health challenges.

In this conversation, Marc shares insight into what it really takes to run a behavioral health facility—from crisis stabilization to long-term recovery planning. He talks about the importance of treating the whole person, not just the addiction, and how structured programs, therapy, and medical support work together to help individuals rebuild their lives.

Ronnie, Michael, and Marc also dive into the growing need for accessible mental health care, the realities families face when seeking help, and why compassion and consistency are at the core of effective treatment.

This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at behavioral health care in Baton Rouge and highlights the people working every day to help others reset, restore, and recover.

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🎧 Tune in to Episode 93 to hear Marc Crawford’s perspective on leadership, mental health, and building systems that truly support recovery.

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Dr. Ethan Byrne for a powerful conversation about transformation, resilience, and what it truly means to rebuild a life in recovery.

Dr. Byrne’s story is one of real change—from the depths of addiction to a life built on purpose, discipline, and service. After choosing recovery in 2012, he went on to become a biomedical engineer, husband, father, and leader in the recovery community, using his journey to inspire others who feel stuck or without hope.

In this episode, Dr. Byrne shares how hitting rock bottom became the turning point that led him to something greater. He talks about the mindset shift required to move forward, the importance of helping others as part of your own healing, and how recovery can open doors you never thought possible.

This conversation is honest, encouraging, and a reminder that no matter how far gone things may feel, breakthrough is always within reach.

HUGE thank you to Rayville Recovery for Sponsoring the Episode!
If you or someone you know needs help give them a call or visit them at
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🎧 Tune in to Episode 92 to hear Dr. Ethan Byrne’s story of redemption, growth, and the power of recovery done right.

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Louisiana legend and former NFL running back Kevin Faulk for a powerful conversation about life, challenges, and perseverance.

Known for his standout career at LSU and his success in the NFL, Kevin opens up about the pressures of performance, life after football, and the personal growth that comes from facing adversity head-on. This conversation goes beyond sports—it’s about identity, resilience, and what it takes to rebuild and stay grounded no matter where life takes you.

Kevin shares insight into how discipline, support systems, and mindset play a role not just on the field, but in everyday life—especially when navigating difficult seasons. His perspective brings a unique voice to the recovery space, showing how principles like accountability, structure, and humility apply across every walk of life.

Whether you’re in recovery, chasing purpose, or just looking for real conversation from someone who’s been through the highs and lows, this episode delivers.

HUGE thank you to Rayville Recovery for Sponsoring the Episode!
If you or someone you know needs help give them a call or visit them at
307 Hayes St, Rayville, LA 71269
(318) 728-5488
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🎧 Tune in to Episode 91 to hear Kevin Faulk’s story, his lessons, and what it really means to keep showing up.

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