In this powerful continuation of Gabe Cohen’s story on Sober Dot Buzz, hosts Heidi and Josh Case explore his journey from a near-fatal cocaine overdose and kidney failure in 2018 to founding Discovery Cafe in Rifle, Colorado. Gabe shares how his life-changing health crisis fueled his commitment to peer-based recovery, jail ministry, and building a nonprofit that’s secured over $2.2 million in grants.

From working security for Snoop Dogg to training inmates as recovery coaches and earning three Krav Maga black belts, Gabe’s story of resilience and redemption is truly inspiring. Catch up on Part 1 of his journey and discover how he reconciled with his family and created a safe space for recovery in a rural community.

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Join us on this powerful episode of Sober Dot Buzz with hosts Heidi and Josh Case as we sit down with Gabe Cohen, founder of Discovery Cafe in Rifle, Colorado. Gabe shares his raw and inspiring journey from a challenging childhood on Long Island, battling addiction, homelessness, and multiple incarcerations, to becoming a beacon of hope in peer-based recovery support.

Learn how Gabe transformed his life, reconciled with his family, earned three black belts in Krav Maga, and now leads a global movement for second chances through Discovery Cafe’s non-clinical recovery model. This episode is a testament to resilience, redemption, and the human capacity for lasting change.

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In this 2-Part Episode, Josh & Heidi discuss how they ultimately came to where they are today and why they started Sober.Buzz Their conversation explores the complex journey of two individuals navigating their struggles with addiction, relationships, and recovery. Each share their experiences of relapse, the impact of travel, and the challenges faced during their recovery process.

Through candid discussions about their past behaviors, the importance of communication, and the decision to seek help, Josh & Heidi highlight the transformative power of support and community in overcoming addiction. Ultimately, they reflect on their growth and the hope they have for the future.

In this 2-Part Episode, Josh & Heidi discuss how they ultimately came to where they are today and why they started Sober.Buzz Their conversation explores the complex journey of two individuals navigating their struggles with addiction, relationships, and recovery. Each share their experiences of relapse, the impact of travel, and the challenges faced during their recovery process.

Through candid discussions about their past behaviors, the importance of communication, and the decision to seek help, Josh & Heidi highlight the transformative power of support and community in overcoming addiction. Ultimately, they reflect on their growth and the hope they have for the future.

Tyler is the President of Steps Recovery Centers and an Honorary Colonel with the Utah County Sheriff’s Office. With 12 years of sobriety, he openly shares his personal journey of recovery to inspire others, speaking at events such as the Utah Fall Substance Abuse Conference, as well as on various podcasts and national platforms. Tyler actively collaborates with local organizations to reduce recidivism in jails and prisons and to raise awareness about the opioid crisis and the transformative power of recovery. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending quality time outdoors with his loving family.

This Isn’t Just About Quitting — It’s About Coming Back to Life. Welcome to Spreading the Good BUZZ— the podcast where we talk real recovery and healing. These are the stories behind the breakthroughs, the healing, and the hard things no one posts about — messy, raw, and absolutely worth it. If you’re on your own journey — day one, year five, or somewhere in between — you belong here.