Smart Start Stigma-Free IID

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Smart Start is the nation’s premier provider of services and technologies that is Setting the Standard in Alcohol Monitoring Technology® with Ignition Interlocks and portable devices. The company was founded on the principles of providing a superior product with a focus on customer service. Smart Start supports the clients and state authorities through a centralized, state-of-the-art, 24/7/365, bilingual customer care center located at its corporate office in Grapevine, TX.

Ep 4 | Morgan Opens Up About Alcohol’s Impact and Breaking the DUI Stigma
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Last Tuesday at 12:00 PM

In this heartfelt episode, Morgan Ryan shares her personal connection to alcohol use disorder and how it shaped her path to Smart Start. She discusses the emotional toll on families, the power of sharing testimony, and why language like “offender” does more harm than good. Morgan’s story is one of resilience, empathy, and using her experience to support others facing similar challenges. 

#MorganRyan #DUIRecovery #AlcoholAwareness #SmartStart #StigmaFree #LifeAfterDUI #PersonalTestimony #RedemptionStory #FamilyImpact #DriveSmart #DUIAwareness #MentalHealth #RecoverySupport #IgnitionInterlock #BreathCheck

Please note: ‘Morgan Ryan’ is a pseudonym used by one of the hosts for privacy purposes.


Ep 3 | Debunking Ignition Interlock Myths with Smart Start
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07/15/2025

In this episode, Morgan Ryan and Izzy Varela welcome Smart Start Installation Technician, Ruben Cruz, on to tackle the most common myths about Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs). From Teslas to Bugattis, cleanliness, false positives, and emotional client stories — we cover it all. Hear firsthand what car breathalyzer installation is really like and how Smart Start’s human-focused support sets them apart. 

#DUI #SmartStart #IgnitionInterlock #SR22 #DWI #IID #TexasDUI #DUIHelp #LifeAfterDUI #NoContract #DUISupport #DUIAnxiety #SR22Insurance #InterlockDevice #SmartStartPodcast

Please note: ‘Morgan Ryan’ is a pseudonym used by one of the hosts for privacy purposes.


Ep 2 | Cannabis & DUI Laws: What Drivers Need to Know | Expert Breakdown with Steve Luce
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07/01/2025

Is marijuana treated like alcohol when it comes to DUI and DWAI charges? Former law enforcement officer Steve Luce explains THC blood limits, the issue with roadside testing, and how Smart Start Ignition Interlock Devices function post-DUI. Insightful and straightforward for anyone wondering if car breathalyzers can detect marijuana.

#DUI #SmartStart #IgnitionInterlock #SR22 #DWI #IID #TexasDUI #DUIHelp #LifeAfterDUI #NoContract #DUISupport #DUIAnxiety #SR22Insurance #InterlockDevice #SmartStartPodcast


Ep 1 | Life After a DUI: What Really Happens in the First 30 Days?
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06/16/2025

In this episode, Morgan Ryan and Izzy Varela discuss what actually happens in the first 30 days after a DUI. From legal anxiety to ignition interlock installation, they explain the steps, the emotional toll, and how Smart Start supports you through it all—without hidden contracts or stigma. You’ll learn about state-specific support, cost-saving options like SR-22 insurance bundling, and what to expect at each stage, including removal.