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Beyond the Darkness: Kim Long's Journey of Resilience and Hope

In this episode, Poncho talks with Kim Long, a military kid turned teacher turned psychologist, about her personal journey through mental health, addiction, and recovery.

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From Darkness to Life contains the real stories of courageous individuals who have found their way out of the darkness caused by mental health challenges and substance abuse. If these episodes resonate with you and you yourself or someone you love needs help, please reach out.

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Season 6
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January 8, 2026

Beyond the Darkness: Kim Long's Journey of Resilience and Hope

In this episode, Poncho talks with Kim Long, a military kid turned teacher turned psychologist, about her personal journey through mental health, addiction, and recovery.
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Season 6
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3
December 11, 2025

Rising from Relapse: Brandi's Tale of Fearless Recovery and Freedom

Brandi returns to From Darkness To Life. Since we last spoke to her (in Season 4), she has relapsed and since found herself again.
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Episode
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Episode
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Season 4
Episode
28

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Episode
27

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Episode
26

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Season 4
Episode
25

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Season 4
Episode
24

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