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RCVR Stories
RCVR Stories — Real People. Real Recovery. Real Hope.
RCVR Stories is the evolution of what began as The Begin Again Podcast.
Same mission. Same heart. Bigger purpose.
Hosted by Gary Menkes — sober since 2006, founder of the recovery lifestyle brand RCVR, and believer that every comeback story deserves to be heard — this podcast shares unfiltered conversations with people who have rebuilt their lives through recovery.
Each week, we explore stories of addiction, transformation, resilience, mental health, and the powerful truth that you are not alone.
From athletes and artists to entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday heroes, RCVR Stories shines a light on the voices that prove recovery is not just possible — it’s extraordinary.
This is more than a podcast.
This is a movement.
A tribe of a million comebacks.
Welcome to RCVR Stories.
RCVR Stories
EP 100: Breaking the Cycle 💥 Meghan Melin’s Recovery Story
In this Episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary Menkes sits down with Meghan Melin—recovery advocate, mother, and creator of the Sober Strong YouTube channel—for a deeply honest and uplifting conversation about addiction, healing, and breaking generational patterns. Meghan opens up about her struggles with alcohol and the emotional unraveling that eventually led her to choose sobriety. Her story is one of courage, self-reflection, and determination to create a better life not just for herself, but for her children.
As a mother in recovery, Meghan speaks candidly about the complex emotions of parenting through past trauma, the guilt she’s worked through, and the freedom that comes with learning to forgive herself. She and Gary dive into the power of conversations in breaking toxic cycles, the strength in vulnerability, and the importance of modeling emotional health for the next generation.
Whether you're in recovery, sober curious, or simply seeking inspiration, Meghan’s story is a powerful reminder that transformation is possible—and that we are all capable of rewriting our stories. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to begin again.
About Meghan Melin:
Meghan Melin is a sobriety advocate, devoted mother, and the creator of the Sober Strong YouTube channel, where she shares raw, honest, and empowering content about recovery, motherhood, and healing generational trauma. After battling addiction and navigating the challenges of parenthood in early sobriety, Meghan has become a powerful voice for those seeking connection, self-awareness, and lasting change. Through her videos and social presence, she fosters a safe space for others to feel seen, heard, and supported on their path to wholeness.
👉 Follow Meghan’s journey and uplifting content on YouTube: @soberstrong
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