WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E140 Aired 01-08-2026 Vicious Vicki
E140 Aired 01-08-2026 Vicious Vicki
E140 Aired 01-08-2026 Vicious Vicki
Tuesday 13th January 2026
Join Tony Lagreca and Vicious Vicki as they discuss her inspiring journey from addiction to wrestling stardom on Courage to Hope.
51 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Vicious Vicki's Journey: From Addiction to Wrestling Stardom
Episode Overview
- Vicky faced peer pressure and substance use from a young age.
- She overcame multiple traumas including assault and domestic abuse.
- Family support, particularly from her father, played a crucial role in her recovery.
- Wrestling became both a passion and a healing outlet for Vicky.
- Vicky advises those struggling with addiction to believe in their ability to change.
"If you were able to make the decision to use, I promise you, you can make the decision to get clean."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Vicky Venuto, known in the wrestling ring as Vicious Vicki, shares her gripping story on the Courage to Hope podcast. With Tony Lagreca at the helm, this episode uncovers Vicki's turbulent path from a teenager grappling with addiction to becoming a professional wrestler. Despite growing up in a loving family, Vicki fell into substance use at a young age, driven by peer pressure and a desire for acceptance.
Her candid recount of enduring assault and domestic abuse as a teen paints a raw picture of her early struggles. Vicki's story takes a hopeful turn as she describes her journey through multiple rehab stints and the pivotal moment she realised the need for change. She talks about the support from her family, especially her father, whose tough love became a wake-up call.
The episode isn't just about overcoming addiction but also about finding purpose and healing through wrestling—a childhood dream she turned into reality. Listeners are treated to Vicki's heartfelt advice for those battling addiction: the importance of wanting to help oneself and the potential for a brighter future without substances. Her story is one of resilience, where the lessons from her past have forged a path of strength and inspiration.
If you're seeking stories that highlight the power of hope and redemption, this episode is a must-listen. What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail?