Jim Hirtle
Jim Hirtle
Get Up by LaVonne M Chastain
Get Up by LaVonne M Chastain
Get Up by LaVonne M Chastain
Tuesday 20th January 2026
Explore faith and resilience in Galen Chastain's journey from addiction to recovery in this moving podcast episode.
32 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Faith, Family, and the Journey to 'Get Up'
Episode Overview
- Faith can be a powerful ally in overcoming life's challenges.
- Family support plays a crucial role in recovery journeys.
- Sharing personal stories can inspire hope and healing.
- Self-publishing offers unique challenges and rewards.
- Mentoring others can be a path to personal healing.
"When God said, 'get up,' that may have lit a fire under getting your own bat phone and not depending on a prayer warrior."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? For Galen Chastain, the answer lies in faith and resilience. In this episode of J Hirtle's 'The Last Storyteller,' listeners are introduced to Galen and her cousin, LaVonne M. Chastain, who penned 'Get Up: A Story of One Woman's Journey and the God Who Wouldn't Let Go.' The episode delves into Galen's tumultuous yet inspiring life story, from battling cancer to overcoming addiction.
LaVonne shares her experiences writing about her cousin's incredible journey and the challenges they faced together. Listeners are treated to a heartfelt conversation about faith, family, and the power of storytelling. Galen's life is a testament to the strength found in belief and the support of loved ones. Her story is one of survival against the odds, with a message that resonates deeply: never give up, always get up.
J Hirtle's podcast provides a platform for these moving narratives, highlighting the importance of sharing personal stories to inspire hope in others. The cousins' bond and shared history add layers of depth to their tale, making it not just a story of survival but one of profound connection and faith. Whether you're seeking inspiration or simply enjoy compelling stories, this episode offers both in abundance. So, what can we learn from Galen's journey?
Perhaps it's the reminder that no matter how dire the circumstances, there's always a reason to rise again.