Angie Manson
Angie Manson
Angie Manson with Nolen Burchett - Redefining Rehab
Angie Manson with Nolen Burchett - Redefining Rehab
Angie Manson with Nolen Burchett - Redefining Rehab
Friday 13th June 2025
Nolen Burchett shares his transformation from chaos to leadership in addiction recovery on Going Rogue with Angie Manson.
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Get the buttons here!From Chaos to Clarity: Nolen Burchett's Remarkable Journey
Episode Overview
- Nolen's journey from Marine and bank robber to recovery centre leader.
- The impact of lived experience in addiction treatment staff.
- Importance of involving family in the recovery process.
- Finding purpose and fulfilment beyond monetary success.
- Challenges of overcoming stigma and rebuilding relationships.
"I just felt like I had no purpose. Now it's the exact opposite; money is secondary."
If you're looking for a podcast episode that tackles addiction and transformation with a touch of humour, then 'Redefining Rehab' from the Going Rogue Podcast with Angie Manson is just the ticket. Angie Manson teams up with Nolen Burchett, a man whose life story reads like a blockbuster movie script. Once a Marine and bank robber, Nolen now stands as a co-owner and executive director of several recovery centres in Central California.
His journey from chaos to leadership in addiction treatment is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode, Nolen shares how he went from college dropout to facing prison time, and the pivotal moments that led him to change his life. He discusses the importance of having lived experience in recovery staff and how it impacts client outcomes.
With honesty and openness, Nolen reflects on the struggles he faced, including the stigma of addiction and the challenges of rebuilding relationships with loved ones. The conversation takes a deep dive into the role of family in recovery, highlighting how essential it is to involve loved ones in the healing process. Angie and Nolen emphasise that true recovery goes beyond personal healing—it requires mending relationships and fostering healthy support systems.
This episode isn't just about addiction; it's about finding purpose and fulfilment. Nolen talks about the joy of working in a field where he can relate to his clients, contrasting it with his previous career in produce export where he felt devoid of purpose. Angie and Nolen's discussion offers hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Their stories remind us that no matter how dire the circumstances, change is possible.
So why not give this episode a listen and see what you can take away from their inspiring journeys?