# From Addiction and Homelessness to Redemption

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Podcast: [Redeemed Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187)
Published: 2026-02-18T11:00:00+00:00
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Send a text In this episode of the Redeemed Podcast , host Lauren Burns sits down with author, speaker, and nonprofit founder Laura Boyd for a raw and hope-filled conversation about addiction, homelessness, single motherhood, and redemption.Laura shares her powerful testimony of overcoming alcoholism, losing everything, and finding herself homeless as a single mom—only to encounter a God who restores, redeems, and rebuilds. Through surrender, faith, and community, Laura found sobriety, purpose, and a calling to help other women walk the same path to freedom.Today, Laura is the author of Girl Who Told You That and the founder of Ruth’s Redemption Project , a nonprofit dedicated to helping women escape cycles of addiction, homelessness, and despair.This episode is a reminder that no matter how far gone life feels, redemption is always possible. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown & Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Today’s Episode Lauren introduces Laura Boyd and the themes of redemption, recovery, and hope. 01:28 – Laura’s Redemption Story Begins Laura shares her early struggles and the road that led to addiction. 02:23 – Overcoming Addiction & Finding Sobriety Walking through alcoholism, surrender, and the decision to pursue recovery. 05:12 – Founding Ruth’s Redemption Project How Laura turned her pain into purpose by helping other women find freedom. 07:50 – Navigating Family, Relationships & Single Motherhood The impact of addiction and healing on family dynamics. 09:05 – Embracing Faith, Mentorship & Community Why faith and accountability are essential in lasting transformation. 19:16 – Becoming an Author & Using Her Voice to Help Others The story behind Girl Who Told You That and Laura’s calling to speak out. 23:44 – Final Encouragement & Hope for the Lis…

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