"I Overdosed in My Father's Car — Then Begged Him to Drive Me to Rehab"| Alan’s SHOCKING Story

What does it take to survive 14 trips to rehab, a fentanyl overdose in your own father's car, and still find your way back? In this raw, unfiltered episode of Nothing's Off the Table, Louis Ruggiero sits down with Alan Griffin — a man who used drugs and alcohol from age 12 to 31, hit a rock bottom most people don't survive, and is now 15 years sober and the National Director of EAP & Union Partnerships at Banyan Treatment Centers, helping first responders and veterans across the country get the help they deserve. Alan opens up about everything: His last day using — crack, heroin, and fentanyl laid out in his father's condo Overdosing in a car after his dad gave him $40 out of desperation Being told by his father: "Don't call me your father anymore" Checking into treatment for the 14th time — and finally meaning it Meeting his wife in recovery and what she means to his sobriety Why 15 years in, he does MORE work on himself than he did in Year 1 His life-changing experience at Onsite in Tennessee and intensive trauma work What keeps him sober — and what he tells people who are still suffering This one is real. This one hits different. And it might be the episode someone needs to finally make the call. 🔔 Real stories. Raw comebacks. Nothing’s off the table. I sit down with people who’ve faced it all: addiction, loss, redemption—and came out stronger. These are unfiltered conversations about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose again. 🎙️ Hosted by Louis Ruggiero 📱 Instagram:   / nothingsoffpod   📹 TikTok:   / nothingsoffpod   🔗 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthet... 🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: https://nothings-off-the-table-with-l... 🤝 Proudly Sponsored by Right Choice Recovery If you or someone you love is struggling with gambling, drugs, alcohol, or addiction, please reach out. Louis personally recommends Right Choice Recovery, a team that genuinely cares and treats every client like family. They provide compassionate, individualized support and can help connect people with the resources they need to begin their recovery journey. 📞 Learn More: (https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com) 📱 Instagram: (  / rightchoicerecovery  ) ☎️ Contact: (732) 808-2725 🎙️ Connect with Our Guest 👉 Instagram: (  / mayor252  ) 👉 TikTok: (  / banyantreatmentcenter  ) 👉 Website: (https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com) About the Show Hosted by Louis Ruggiero, a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and advocate for recovery, Nothing’s Off The Table is where real people share their real stories. From battling addiction to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Louis and his guests uncover the moments that spark change and fuel unstoppable comebacks. Expect raw honesty, deep insights, and stories that hit home. Meet Louis Louis Ruggiero turned his life around after years of struggling with addiction, gambling, and substance abuse. Now, he’s on a mission to amplify voices—from celebrities to everyday survivors—sharing their journeys of grit, growth, and healing. #AddictionRecovery #WeDoRecover #NothingsOffTheTable #LouisRuggiero #RecoverOutLoud #ComebackStories #RecoveryIsPossible #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryCommunity #RightChoiceRecovery Disclaimer: The stories and views shared on Nothing’s Off The Table are personal experiences and not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for guidance on personal matters. Copyright: © Nothing’s Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero. All rights reserved. Feel free to share or embed episodes with proper credit and a link to our official pages. 00:00 Introduction & Purpose of the Show 00:28 Meet Allan Griffin: Background & Role 01:14 Allan's Last Days Using & Attempting Recovery 04:28 Upbringing and Early Family Life 10:08 Escalating Addiction & High School Years 15:00 Losing His Mother and Deepening Addiction 18:43 Seeds of Recovery & Near-Death Experiences 22:01 Final Treatment Attempts and Turning Points 27:02 Building a New Life: Recovery, Family, and Amends 33:40 Career in Treatment & Giving Back 37:02 The Importance of Service and Self-Work 40:40 Maintaining Long-Term Sobriety: Challenges & Growth 44:50 Trauma Work, Therapy, and Tools for Healing 47:45 Physical Health, Near-Death & Staying Vigilant 51:01 Advice for Those Still Struggling 52:56 Closing Thoughts & Gratitude