Silverladder Podcast
Silverladder is focused on real-life stories and experiences of individuals who have faced and overcome challenges related to mental health, addiction and recovery, grief and loss, parenting, and much more.
Silverladder is hosted by mental health educator and consultant Shane Watson, whose story of addiction, recovery, and work in the field can be found under "My Story" on the toolbar at Silverladder.com.
Podcasting since 2025 • 14 episodes
Silverladder Podcast
Latest Episodes
Kevin's Last Walk: How Barry Adkins Overcame the Loss of His Son to Alcohol Poisoning
Barry Adkins lost his 18 year old son, Kevin, to alcohol poisoning on the day that Kevin moved out on his own. Since Kevin's death, Barry has made it his mission to educate others about the dangers of alcohol abuse. After the los...
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Episode 12
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53:16
Sex Trafficking Prevention: Brandon and Breanna Vales of Red Light Rebellion
In this episode, Brandon and Breanna Vales of Red Light Rebellion discuss the work they do to prevent sex trafficking through education, inspiration, and connection. Brandon and Breanna's bio:Breanna started Red Light Rebell...
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Episode 11
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1:23:10
The Wounded Healer and Therapist to First Responders: Deana Kahle
In this episode, therapist Deana Kahle shares her work as a counselor for first responders as well as her incredibly powerful personal story of addiction and recovery. From trauma to triumph, Deana uses her personal experience alongside h...
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Episode 10
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1:07:13
Connection and Communication for Parents and Kids: Vanessa Hancock
Nationally certified mediator, coach, and author Vanessa Hancock wants parents to be the first people their kids come to when they need help, not the last. She joins us on this episode for a conversation about family communication and con...
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Episode 9
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1:20:35
Homicide, Gangs, Police Work, and Punk Rock: Lieutenant Brian Sanders
Brian Sanders is a recently retired Homicide Lieutenant from a large metropolitan police department in the South. His previous assignments include patrol, Patrol Training Officer, Proactive District Teams, Gang Suppression Unit, Drugs and Vice ...
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Episode 8
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1:45:53
