9 Lives - Drunk Stoned and Stupid to Happy Joyous and Free

9 Lives is a fully dramatized podcast that follows one man’s journey from the depths of alcoholism and drug addiction to a life of happy, joyous, and free. Told in gripping serial form, these stories range from darkly funny to deeply moving—each one a raw, real, and unforgettable glimpse into recovery, redemption, and the human spirit. Join us for a powerful, exhilarating ride you won’t soon forget.
9 Lives is a fully dramatized podcast that follows one man’s journey from the depths of alcoholism and drug addiction to a life of happy, joyous, and free. Told in gripping serial form, these stories range from darkly funny to deeply moving—each one a raw, real, and unforgettable glimpse into recovery, redemption, and the human spirit. Join us for a powerful, exhilarating ride you won’t soon forget.
Episodes
Episodes



Jan 20, 2026
Chapter 11 Part A The Peruvians
Jan 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026
9 min
The Devil is not some red cartoonish figure with horns and a pitchfork. The Devil isn't red at all. The Devil is white. The Devil is cocaine.
Jan 20, 2026
9 min



Dec 22, 2025
Chapter 10 God Part 1 - Dance with the Devil
Dec 22, 2025
Dec 22, 2025
13 min
It takes about 60 seconds to change everything. Once it hits you, it hooks you. It grabs you in its death grip and never lets go. It greets you with a rush of adrenaline unlike anything you've ever experienced before.
The Devil is not red. The Devil is white. White powder. the Devil is Cocaine.
Dec 22, 2025
13 min



Dec 12, 2025
Chapter 9 Random Story One - Manslaughter
Dec 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025
9 min
On the way to meet my father I plowed into a drug dealer... In a lucky twist of fate it was one of the rare times that I was actually sober.
Dec 12, 2025
9 min



Oct 27, 2025
Oct 27, 2025
26 min
In the rooms of AA we often say we're lucky we're not dead or in prison. This is my first legitimate attempt at getting my ass thrown in prison for at least 10-20.
Oct 27, 2025
26 min



Oct 19, 2025
Chapter 8 Chad and the Slum Lords Part C - Tonya
Oct 19, 2025
Oct 19, 2025
16 min
Every young man has a woman or two that they let get away, and they live with the regret. In this case it probably saved my life.
Oct 19, 2025
16 min



Oct 13, 2025
Oct 13, 2025
17 min
What happens when you have no clue what the hell you're doing but do it anyway? From blatant, criminal defrauding of the Federal Government to flooding an entire block with sewage...But hey... I was just following orders!!
Oct 13, 2025
17 min



Oct 4, 2025
Oct 4, 2025
17 min
Chad Hughes and his associates were slumlords, pure and simple. This is my introduction to the "Real" world.
Oct 4, 2025
17 min



Sep 1, 2025
Chapter 7 Fast Food, HUD, and First Love
Sep 1, 2025
Sep 1, 2025
13 min
Where my contracting career began and my virginity ended.
Sep 1, 2025
13 min



