This week on Define Insanity, Joe and Justin sit down with Meech, a man whose life took a hard detour before finding its way back. Raised as the son of a police officer, Meech grew up with structure and expectations—but still found himself pulled toward addiction. What began as drinking escalated into drug use, selling drugs, and eventually jail and prison time. His life spiraled fast, and the consequences were real. Sobriety became the turning point. Through recovery, accountability, and deep inner work, Meech rebuilt his life from the ground up. Today, he’s sober and working as a counselor, helping others who are trapped in the same cycles he once lived in. This is a raw, honest conversation about addiction, identity, shame, redemption, and what it really takes to change. Meech’s story is proof that no matter how far you fall, recovery is possible—and purpose can grow from pain.

This week, Joe and Justin sit down with Chad, a seventh-generation soldier and decorated Army Ranger from a small town in Louisiana. Chad enlisted at just 17, served in both Afghanistan and Iraq, and was wounded three separate times, earning three Purple Hearts for his service. But coming home brought a different kind of battle. Chad opens up about the struggle to transition back into civilian life, the weight of PTSD, and the moments that nearly broke him. He shares how he found purpose again by helping fellow veterans navigate their own invisible wounds — turning pain into service, and service into healing. It’s an honest, powerful conversation about duty, identity, resilience, and the long path back to yourself.

Joe and Justin reconnect with Ryan — a friend they met years ago in a sober house. After countless ups and downs on his journey, Ryan has found a renewed sense of purpose in sobriety and is now helping others find their own path to recovery. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how many times you fall, it’s never too late to rise.

In this episode, Joe and Justin sit down with Christina — a wife, new mother, and recovery mentor whose journey from chaos to clarity is as raw as it is inspiring. Raised in a home shaped by alcoholism, Christina later found herself battling the same disease before discovering a path to healing through Alcoholics Anonymous. Today, she devotes her life to guiding other women through the 12 steps and helping them reclaim their strength, purpose, and peace.

This week on Define Insanity, Joe and Justin sit down with Marinos, a man whose lifelong battle with anxiety and a difficult relationship with a narcissistic father led him down a path of addiction and self-destruction. After multiple rehab stints and years of struggle, Marinos has rebuilt his life from the ground up. Now sober, grounded, and driven by compassion, he dedicates himself to helping others navigate their own darkness. His story is one of resilience, healing, and the power of turning pain into purpose.

Joe and Justin sit down with Derrick, who opens up about his journey through addiction and the road to 16 months of sobriety. Derrick shares how his struggles impacted his family and marriage, the turning points that pushed him toward change, and the work it takes to rebuild trust and rebuild himself. A raw and honest conversation about redemption, resilience, and the power of choosing a new path.

After eight long episodes of mystery, wild conspiracies, Amber Alerts, and a full-scale milk carton campaign, the search is over… we finally found Sal. He wasn’t abducted by the Russians. He wasn't abducted by aliens. He wasn’t hiding out with the Chinese. Sal just decided to actually show up this time. And what a story he brought with him. In this episode, we catch up with our long-lost guest as he shares his incredible journey — from being abandoned by his father, to the heartbreak of losing his mother, to finding sobriety in the wake of that loss. It’s real, raw, inspiring… and yes, still very funny. The “Sal's Missing Saga” has come to an end, but what begins here is an unforgettable conversation you won’t want to miss.

This week on Define Insanity, Joe and Justin sit down with Shawn — an old friend of Justin’s whose story is one of courage, family support, and perseverance. Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at a young age, Shawn faced countless operations and the heavy burden of shame that came with his illness. But through the relentless determination of his mother to find answers and the powerful example of resilience set by his grandfather, Shawn discovered how to rise above adversity. Today, he shares how he transformed hardship into strength, and what it means to live fully in the face of life’s toughest challenges.

This week, Joe and Justin sit down with Ninja Mike, whose story is one of resilience and growth. From navigating addiction to facing cancer, Mike has refused to let setbacks define him. Instead, he’s used every challenge as fuel for transformation. Today, he channels his experiences into helping others find hope and purpose on their own paths. Tune in to hear how Ninja Mike turned obstacles into opportunities and built a life dedicated to service and inspiration.

This week, Joe and Justin sit down with Matt, whose story is powerful and deeply moving. For years, he battled borderline personality disorder and reached a breaking point where he no longer wanted to go on. Through fitness, CrossFit, and a specialized program created to support people with BPD, Matt discovered a way to find peace and build a framework for living. His journey is a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the power of movement and structure in reclaiming life.

This week, Justin and Joe sit down with their longtime friend, Hammer — a man whose story is as inspiring as his personality is magnetic. Diagnosed with autism at just two years old, Hammer has been navigating challenges from the very start. Today, he’s on a powerful journey of recovery from alcohol, embracing life with resilience, humor, and heart. In this candid conversation, Hammer opens up about his struggles, his growth, and the mindset that’s helped him push forward no matter what life throws his way.

This week on Define Insanity, Justin and Joe sit down with Julia—a woman whose quiet strength and deep compassion have helped her not only find her own path to sobriety, but also support countless others along theirs. Julia opens up about her journey through addiction, the turning points that changed everything, and how she now uses her experience to lift others up. It’s a powerful conversation about resilience, healing, and the ripple effect of kindness.

In this episode, we sit down with Randy—a big dude with a wild past and a solid present. He opens up about his years battling crack addiction, serving time in prison, what finally made him say “enough,” and how he’s turned that pain into purpose. These days, Randy’s clean, grounded, and using his story to help others find a way out. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s a reminder that no one is too far gone.

This week, the boys sit down with Justin's childhood friend Russ. From sleepaway camp to high school hallways, their shared history runs deep—but their adult lives have taken them into much heavier terrain. Russ opens up about the grief of losing his father and the emotional journey of stepping into the same industry his dad once dominated. It’s a candid conversation about legacy, identity, and the struggle to find your own way while honoring where you came from.

With their guest unexpectedly MIA, the guys are left to their own devices—and things get weird. What starts as a casual check-in spirals into a raw, off-the-cuff conversation about the state of the world, the future of humanity, and a few wild theories along the way. No plan, no filter—just real talk when things don’t go as planned.

In this episode, Richie sits down with us to talk about his journey to the other side of addiction. His story is full of heart, humor, and the kind of honesty that hits home. Through the chaos, the setbacks, and the small wins that added up to something bigger, Richie shows us what resilience really looks like. It’s a conversation that’s as inspiring as it is entertaining.

Joe and Justin sit down with their producer K.C., who shares his story of addiction, recovery, and the road to 10 years sober, giving listeners a deeper look at the voice behind the scenes.

In the premiere episode of Define Insanity, comedians Joe and Justin share their own personal stories of struggle and growth, setting the stage for a podcast that blends raw honesty, resilience, and humor.