217 Recovery

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By: Corey Winfield

The 217 Recovery Podcast shares real stories of addiction, recovery, and resilience from northern Michigan and beyond. Hosted by Corey Winfield, founder of 217 Recovery.What started in a sober living home in April 2019 has become an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to get sober and stay sober. From early recovery struggles to long-term sobriety, from relapse to redemption—these are the messy, hopeful, funny, and real stories that don't often get told.Each episode features guests from all walks of recovery: people in early sobriety, long-timers, treatment professionals, family members, and anyone with a story that might help so...

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Alex Mann: Addiction, Gambling, the Mob & 10 Years Clean
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Yesterday at 6:02 PM

Alex Mann survived severe alcohol addiction, cocaine use, dangerous gambling debts, a seizure, a life-threatening esophageal tear, and involvement with mob-connected bookmakers.

Now more than 10 years into recovery, Alex joins Corey Winfield on the 217 Recovery Podcast to talk about the childhood experiences that normalized alcohol, drugs and gambling, the progression of his addiction, the moments that nearly killed him, and why writing his memoir became part of his recovery.

Alex is the author of I Did It All to Myself and God's Touch Saved Me.

They also discuss faith, purpose, relapse, treatment, alcohol advertising...


He Pooped In A Yard. Then Karma Got Me | 217 Recovery Podcast
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07/01/2026

Corey's day started with seeing something he wished he hadn't.

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217 Recovery Podcast | More Than a Facebook Post
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05/27/2026

Corey Winfield and Cori Smoker return for a raw, funny, and deeply honest episode about recovery, community action, politics, social media outrage, and the real work happening behind the scenes at 217 Recovery. From frustrations with treatment access and recovery funding to exciting personal updates—including a new baby on the way, sober living expansion in Traverse City, filmmaking dreams, and upcoming recovery events—this episode is a reminder that real change doesn’t happen online… it happens when people show up. Expect laughter, truth bombs, recovery talk, random fish rants, and a whole lot of heart.

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Betting on Recovery: Gambling Addiction Awareness
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03/04/2026

In this episode, Corey Winfield and Cory Smoker discuss the similarities between gambling addiction and substance use disorders. They share personal experiences and insights on how both stem from underlying issues like trauma, and can have devastating consequences if left untreated. The two explore the need for more accessible treatment options and support for those struggling with gambling addiction. Corey also touches on his recent ADHD diagnosis and reflects on how it impacted his past alcohol abuse. An honest and thought-provoking conversation about the realities of addiction and the importance of seeking help.

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Recovery Stories Preview | Corey answers AI Questions
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02/18/2026

A preview of Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part VIII in Traverse City, Michigan on February 19th, 2026.

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AI In life - Recovery Mom Talk - ADHD
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01/30/2026

How AI is really just talking to itself, Marney talks about being a mom, Cori tells a story she wasn’t present for.

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That’s Seven Years Son
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12/15/2025

Corey reaches his seventh year sober from alcohol and takes a moment to look back. How did he do it, and how has life changed?

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How To Use Fear In Recovery | Recovery Support
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12/05/2025

Corey, Marney, & Cori talk about how to use fear, humor, and the past to move forward in recovery.

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How Justin stays sober | 217 Recovery Podcast
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11/21/2025

How to stay sober after bad things happen in life.

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October 31st, 2025 - Big Things Coming
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10/31/2025

Corey, Marney, & Cori talk about what’s coming up & Corey points out some details we’ve been overlooking.

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October 10th, 2025 - Tree's Up
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10/10/2025

Corey talks with Jesse and Cori and a Christmas Classic Story is told.

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September 1st, 2025 - Looking Back With Kenton
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09/01/2025

Corey sits down in the studio with Kenton to discuss key points from his early recovery journey.

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August 27th, 2025 - God has a plan
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08/27/2025

Corey & Cori discuss how God's plan doesn't always align with ours.

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August 14th, 2025 - Take Two
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08/14/2025

Corey Winfield & Cori Smoker talk about 217 Recovery, Change, & Getting it right.

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June 20th, 2025 - Fun Friday Invention
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06/20/2025

Corey and the crew talk about a few different off-the-wall topics as it's a fun Friday!

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June 19th, 2025 - Let's Talk
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06/19/2025

Corey, Marney, and Cori discuss the Recovery-Friendly Workplace, a Tennessee/Cincinnati Vacation, and a Surprise Vacation being planned!

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May 29th, 2025 - From Detroit to TC
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05/29/2025

Kimberly Hopkins joins Corey in the studio to share her inspiring journey into recovery and how she became a part of the 217 Recovery team. From personal transformation to finding purpose in helping others, Kim opens up about what led her to 217 and the passion she brings to the recovery community. Don’t miss this heartfelt and motivating conversation!

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From UFAM 2025
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05/14/2025

Corey and Mitch from UFAM.

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April 14th, 2025 | Stuck in the Mud
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04/14/2025

Mitch talks about being stuck in a dirty situation at the beach.

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March 21st, 2025 - Guest Adam Newth
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03/22/2025

Adam stops by the studio to talk about his upcoming role at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part V on 3/27/2025.

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February 21st, 2025 - Bumper Buddies
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02/21/2025

Mitch calls for this special episode so he can air his dirty laundry and confess about his past.

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February 12th, 2025 - How Family Heals
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02/12/2025

Mitch stops by the studio to chat with Corey about getting 4 years and what he’s learned about how family members heal.

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January 10th, 2025 - Justin's V
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01/10/2025

Justin joins Corey and talks about his new accomplishments, Fires, & NFL Playoffs.

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January 5th, 2024 - Top 5-Bottom 5 of 2024wav
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01/06/2025

Corey, Marney, Jesse, & Cori talk about their top and bottom moments of 2024!

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December 18th, 2024 - Special Guest Tim
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12/18/2024

Tim sits down with Corey and talks about his recovery journey.

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December 13th, 2024 - Self Awareness
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12/13/2024

Corey and Justin talk about events, videos, and how to be self aware.

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December 2nd, 2024 - Snow Day
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12/02/2024

Corey, Justin, Mitch, and Cori sit down and talk about their holiday and what it means to be in Recovery.

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Recovery Stories IV - Chris Goss
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11/27/2024

Chris talks about his life and shares a message of hope at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part IV.

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Recovery Stories IV - Marney Winfield
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11/27/2024

Marney discusses her life and gives a message of hope at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part IV.

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Recovery Stories IV - Corey Winfield
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11/27/2024

Corey discusses a part of his Recovery Journey live at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part IV.

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Recovery Stories IV - Jesse Smoker
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11/27/2024

Jesse discusses a part of his Recovery Journey at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part IV.

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Recovery Stories IV - Russ Herndon
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11/27/2024

Russ tells a story about his Recovery Journey live at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part IV.

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Recovery Stories IV - Kimberly Hopkins-Walker
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11/27/2024

Kimberly tells a story about her Recovery Journey live at Recovery Stories: Message of Hope | Part IV.

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November 11th, 2024 - What we never thought possible
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11/11/2024

Corey & Marney talk about how they were able to turn things around and how they never thought this would happen to them.

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October 27th, 2024 - Marney Update
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10/27/2024

Marney returns and gives an update about what she’s been up to with work and with a newborn!

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October 24th, 2024 - Addiction Talk
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10/24/2024

In this episode, Corey and Justin talk about growing up and addiction and how it affects the brain.

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October 11th, 2024 - Mitchfield'ke Land
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10/11/2024

Corey, Justin, & Mitchell have a great Fun Friday conversation that takes them to a Magical Land.

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October 4th, 2024 - New Milestone
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10/04/2024

Mitch has a new milestone that leads down a path of bad driving, oral surgery, & self-care talk.

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From Boyne City Harvest Festival
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09/28/2024

Corey & Cori broadcast from the Boyne City Harvest Festival.

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Live from Kalkaska
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09/21/2024

The crew displays their abstract art during the art show.

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