From Most Wanted Felon To Successful RN | Amanda Lee | Episode 89

Episode 89: From Most Wanted Felon To Successful RN | Amanda Lee Episode 89 of Against All Odds Podcast is one you won’t forget. We sit down with Amanda Lee as she shares a raw, unfiltered story of resilience, redemption, and rebuilding a life from rock bottom. Once featured on a public most-wanted felon list, Amanda opens up about her past—living homeless and battling severe addiction to drugs and alcohol, feeling completely lost and written off. But her story doesn’t end there. Through determination, faith, and relentless inner work, Amanda fought her way into recovery and completely transformed her life. Today, she’s a registered nurse, using her past not as shame—but as purpose. She’s now on the front lines, breaking the stigma around addiction and proving that no one is too far gone to come back. This episode is about second chances, grit, and the kind of strength that only comes from surviving what should have taken you out. Thank you for being here and supporting the podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — we love hearing from you. 🖤 New episodes every week. This is the Against All Odds Podcast where we share stories of people defying the impossible, inspiring the world. Powered by Oak Forest Recovery 📞 +1 (888) 597-6257 Subscribe for more real stories from people who defied the odds and came out stronger. Follow the Podcast: @againstalloddspod on all platforms Follow Amanda: @alabamaamanda 0:00 Introduction to Amanda Lee's Story 2:44 First Experience with Alcohol & Early Drug Use 6:34 Arrests, Probation & Escalating Addiction 12:23 Auburn University, Sorority Life & Consequences 15:11 Moving to Los Angeles & Life on the Run 18:32 Homelessness, Heroin Addiction & Survival 20:22 Jail, Rehab & Early Recovery Attempts 25:42 Inside the Midtown Group Recovery Cult 31:24 Relapse After Seven Years Sober 41:57 Homelessness, Suicide Attempt & Rock Bottom 49:54 Alabama's Most Wanted & Turning Herself In 54:28 Surrender, Sobriety & A New Beginning 56:29 Going Back to School & Becoming a Nurse 1:03:24 Earning Her Nursing License Despite Felonies 1:06:30 Recovery, Mental Health & Breaking Stigmas 1:10:14 Why Amanda Joined Oak Forest Recovery 1:13:15 Social Media, Purpose & Sharing Her Story 1:18:26 Addiction in Healthcare & Helping Others Recover 1:20:22 Final Thoughts & Closing