Entrepreneur in Addiction Treatment, CrossFitter, Podcast Host, and Power Mom! Going Rogue is how I’ve made it this far in life and has been my mantra. Sometimes you’ve got to break some rules or ruffle some feathers to get anything truly meaningful done. It has served me well in my career and in helping me overcome challenges. Passion Turned Into Profession…CEO of Elevate Addiction Services I’ve worked in alcohol and drug rehabilitation full-time for over 28 years. I came into this industry ...
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Angie Manson Podcasts
3 Books is a completely insane and totally epic 22-year-long quest to uncover and discuss the 1000 most formative books in the world. Each chapter discusses the 3 most formative books of one of the world's most inspiring people. Sample guests include: Brené Brown, David Sedaris, Malcolm Gladwell, Roxane Gay, Cheryl Strayed, Rich Roll, Soyoung the Variety Store Owner, Derek the Hype Man, Kevin the Bookseller, Shirley The Nurse, Vishwas the Uber Driver, Angie Thomas, David Mitchell, Surgeon Ge ...
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Angie Manson with Brett Favre - The Toughest Fight: Inside Brett Favre’s Journey Beyond Football
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In this episode of Going Rogue, host Angie Manson sits down with NFL legend Brett Favre for a raw and real conversation about pain, perseverance, and finding purpose beyond the field. Brett opens up about his struggles with painkiller addiction, the intense pressure to play through injuries, and the moment that pushed him to finally seek help. He t…
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Chapter 29: Michael Harris on queer questions and the quest for quiet
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Loneliness rates have doubled since the 1980s and Vivek Murthy, former US Surgeon General, says loneliness will be the next major epidemic. So if loneliness is being alone and sad … then what’s being alone and happy? Solitude. A few years ago, I picked up an incredible book called 'Solitude' by Michael Harris, bestselling author and winner of the…
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Angie Manson with Kijuan Amey - The Power of Perspective
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In this inspiring episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with keynote speaker, musician, and blind Air Force veteran Kijuan “Key” Amey to explore what it means to overcome life’s most devastating setbacks—and come back stronger, wiser, and more purpose-driven than ever. After a devastating motorcycle accident left him blind and battling thr…
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Angie Manson with Gina Casazza - Raising Resilient Kids Through Literacy and Imagination
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In this eye-opening episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Gina Casazza—author, speaker, and founder of Empower Lit, a nonprofit on a mission to empower children through literacy, storytelling, and self-expression. Together, they explore the real challenges facing today’s youth: declining self-esteem as early as age 7, the rise of digi…
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Chapter 148: Ginny Yurich obviates obsolete offspring with 1000 hours outside
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Ginny Yurich (@1000hoursoutside) drove 5 hours up the road from Michigan to Toronto to hang out with Leslie and me. We went for a walk outside (of course!) and recorded this podcast—our second outdoors podcast in a row after Nickisha The Dog Walker! Why outside? I'm glad you asked! Ginny Yurich is the homeschooling mother of 5 (!) who has spiri…
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Angie Manson with George Haymaker - The Science of Change, Identity, and Recovery (Part 2)
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In this powerful continuation of their conversation, host Angie Manson sits down again with George Haymaker—Certified Transformational Neuroconstructionist Coach and recovery advocate—to dig even deeper into the neuroscience behind addiction, change, and identity. They explore how repetition, movement, visualization, and emotional reinforcement all…
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Angie Manson with Dr. Evelyn Higgins - Wired for Healing: The Science of Addiction
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In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Angie Manson sits down with Dr. Evelyn Higgins, founder of Wired for Addiction, to explore how neuroscience and genetics hold the keys to personalized recovery, optimal mental health, and lasting transformation. Dr. Higgins shares her 36+ years of experience in medicine, explaining how understanding our uni…
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Chapter 28: Mark Manson on constant cursing and clearing clutter
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Have you heard of a book called 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck'? I’m guessing you have since it’s sold, uh, 16 million copies since it came out in 2016. There hadn't been a non-fiction book that big and disruptive in a long, long time… Mark’s meteoric success is the product of a giant mind which has mastered the art of taking the biggest, d…
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Angie Manson with Matt von Boecklin - Gas Station Heroin? The Truth Behind Kratom Addiction
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In this enlightening episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Matt von Boecklin, a chemical engineer, researcher, and founder of QuitKit—a natural, supplement-based solution designed to help people recover from Kratom and opioid addiction without relying on traditional medication-based detox protocols. Matt shares his personal story of a…
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Angie Manson with George Haymaker - Rewiring the Brain: Addiction Recovery and the Power of Neuroplasticity
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In this transformative episode of Going Rogue, host Angie Manson sits down with George Haymaker III, a Certified Transformational Neuroconstructionist Coach, NeuroEducator, and recovery advocate, to explore the groundbreaking intersection of neuroscience and addiction recovery. With over three decades of business leadership experience and a persona…
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Chapter 147: Nickisha the Dog Walker on dangerous drivers and dog doo diligence
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Let's go for a walk! I've sometimes imagined 3 Books as a long walk with a friend. So today—let's take one! Nickisha moved to Toronto from Jamaica when she was 16 to reunite with her mom and after working as a travel agent she broke out on her own to run a successful business full of fresh air, exercise, community, and lots of love. I sometimes see…
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Angie Manson with Michael Conklin - Why Sobriety Alone Isn’t Enough
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Michael Conklin—a recovery advocate, coach, and speaker who shares his raw and unfiltered story of addiction, trauma, surrender, and transformation. Michael opens up about the trauma that shaped his early years, the decades of hiding behind alcohol and drugs, a…
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Angie Manson with Gail Taylor - Redesigning Your Life
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In this powerful and inspiring episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Gail Taylor—an author, musician, keynote speaker, and former financial advisor—who shares her extraordinary journey from childhood trauma and substance use to living a purpose-filled, sober life. Gail opens up about losing her father at a young age, falling into addi…
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Chapter 26: Angie Thomas on righting racist wrongs and remembering radicals
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No one does it like Angie. Racial tensions, police shootings, citizen uprisings. Does this sound like the setting of a YA novel? How about three of them? Her debut 'The Hate U Give,' her sophomore release 'On The Come Up,' and her third 'Concrete Rose' were all on The New York Times bestseller list, and her fantasy middle school-level book '…
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Angie Manson with Jevon Barnes - Healing Generational Wounds Part 2
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In this powerful and raw continuation of their conversation, Angie Manson sits down with Jevon Barnes for Part 2 of his inspiring and emotional journey. Jevon dives deeper into the layers of trauma, forgiveness, and the healing process that allowed him to break generational cycles and reclaim his life. He opens up about forgiving his greatest offen…
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T&A Talk with Angie Manson and Thomas Legan - AI and The Future
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What does the rise of AI mean for our future? In this episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson and Thomas Legan dive into the wild world of artificial intelligence—from The Matrix’s eerie predictions to real-life concerns about instant gratification, critical thinking, and societal dependence on technology. They explore everything from AI’s role in mil…
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Angie Manson with Katie Hogan - Grit, Growth & Pushing Past Limits
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In this episode of Going Rogue, Angie sits down with CrossFit veteran and seminar staff coach Katie H. to dive deep into the power of fitness, mindset, and personal growth. From competing in the CrossFit Games to coaching future athletes, Katie shares her journey of discipline, overcoming injuries, and how she found a passion for coaching. Angie an…
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Chapter 146: Emily Nagoski on exuberant erotic exploration
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Is porn good sex education? Why does body autonomy matter for kids? Does talking about sex kill the mood? Emily Nagoski has the answers! Emily is a sex educator and activist whose mission is to teach us how to live with confidence and joy inside our bodies. She does this as the New York Times bestselling author of 'Come As You Are,' 'Burnout,' and …
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Angie Manson with Jevon Barnes Part 1 - Lessons from the Edge
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In this powerful episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Jevon Barnes, also known as Dirty White, to share his raw and unfiltered journey from a traumatic childhood to running a multi-million-dollar drug operation—and ultimately, to sobriety and purpose. Jevon opens up about his experiences growing up in an abusive household, navigating…
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Angie Manson with Danny Galvez - Facing Grief and Embracing the Spiritual Journey
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In this deeply moving and insightful episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Danny Galvez, a speaker, entrepreneur, and all-around rogue warrior, to talk about life, loss, reintegration, and the journey of self-discovery. Danny shares his personal experience of losing his brother, the profound spiritual insights he gained, and how grief…
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Chapter 25: James Frey on drunk, defiant differentiation
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What do you know about James Frey? Or what do you think you know about James Frey? I’m guessing it’s not nothing. Everyone has an opinion! When I first spotted 'A Million Little Pieces' on my wife’s bookshelf when we were moving in together I was like “Oh? Really? That book? The Oprah guy?” And she was like “Have you read it?” And I was like “No,…
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T&A Talk with Angie Manson and Thomas Legan - Signs, Synchronicities, and Saying Goodbye
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In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode of T & A Talk, Angie opens up about navigating the loss of her grandfather and the unexpected ways the universe sent her signs during his passing. She and Tommy discuss the power of grief, the significance of symbols like butterflies and numbers, and the importance of allowing oneself space to process e…
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Angie Manson with Gregory Fry - The Wake-Up Call
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In this powerful episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Gregory Fry, a Primary Counselor at Elevate Addiction Services, to discuss his incredible journey from addiction to becoming a mentor and guide for others in recovery. Gregory opens up about his past struggles with meth addiction, relapse, and the life-altering moment that forced …
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Chapter 145: Lindyman leverages long-lasting lessons on living a limitless life
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Don't use mouthwash. Why? It's not Lindy. At least that's what Paul Skallas, a Chicago-born technology lawyer who goes by Lindyman online, says. I was fascinated to read a New York Times profile of him titled "The Lindy Way of Living," and knew I wanted to have him on 3 Books. In the 2012 book 'Antifragile,' the statistician and scholar Nassim Nich…
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Angie Manson with Brandon Bucholz - Rock Bottom to Redemption
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In this powerful episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Brandon Bucholz to discuss his raw and unfiltered journey through addiction, self-destruction, and ultimately, redemption. Brandon opens up about his early years, from wild partying and sports to prescription painkillers at 14, and how it spiraled into full-blown addiction. He sha…
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Deep Thoughts with Tots - Discipline, Rebellion, and Living Without Fear
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In this episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Tots for a raw and unfiltered conversation about discipline, routine, personal morality, and the fine line between resilience and over-exertion. They explore the impact of old-school values versus modern mental health perspectives, the evolution of fear culture, and how societal shifts hav…
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Chapter 22: Tim Urban on shivering in shorts and shifting from sheep to chef
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We live in interesting times. And they're getting interestinger! I keep my eyes open for big thinkers to help guide and inform me as I keep trying to make sense of the world. My friend Tim Urban (@waitbutwhy) is one of those people: Tim has a giant mind willing to engage with our fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. The big ques…
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Going Rogue with Angie Manson: Finding Purpose in Sobriety: Jayden Rojas-Sabree’s Elevate Journey
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In this episode of Going Rogue with Angie Manson, Angie sits down with Jayden Rojas-Sabree, a dedicated staff member at Elevate Addiction Services, to discuss his incredible transformation from a struggling college student battling addiction to an inspiring role model in recovery. Jayden shares his candid and heartfelt journey, starting with his ea…
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Angie Manson with Jeremy Gilbert - From Trauma to Transformation
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In this powerful episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Jeremy Gilbert, known affectionately as JG, to discuss his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity, rediscovering himself, and thriving as a staff member at Elevate. JG shares candidly about his life before Elevate, from losing his identity after a football injury to navigating …
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Chapter 144: Nick Sweetman on breaking boundaries with brilliant birds
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Nick Sweetman is one of Toronto's most prominent graffiti artists. Last February I was walking down Lansdowne Avenue in Toronto with my friend Michael Bungay Stanier, who was our guest back in Chapter 48, and as we strolled under a giant bridge I saw a giant ... well, it looked like a photo! But it wasn't a photo. It was a massive spray-paint…
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