Episode Details

Mike Boyer had the "Hallmark" childhood: two loving parents, a stable home, and a dream career as a sports broadcaster. But behind the scenes, a secret OxyContin habit spiraled into a daily heroin addiction that turned him into a "slave" to the substance while he was traveling with sports teams and working for the State Capitol.

In this raw and revealing interview, Mike discusses:

• The "Twin Intuition": How his addiction fractured the bond with his twin sister.

• The Broadcaster's Secret: Balancing an on-air career while battling the constant fear of withdrawal.

• The Breaking Point: The day he stole from his boss at the State Capitol and the police intervention that saved his life.

• 12 Years of Sobriety: How he moved from "chaos and crisis" to building a beautiful life as a father and husband.

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