She Married An Addict Unaware of The Life Ahead
Nothing's Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero
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Louis Ruggiero welcomes his wife, Mia Ruggiero, for one of his most personal conversations yet.
For the first time, Mia shares what Louis’s addiction recovery looked like from the perspective of the person standing beside him through alcoholism, drug addiction, repeated relapses, broken trust, and eventually gambling addiction.
The conversation also explores the hidden nature of gambling addiction, the loneliness families experience, the importance of boundaries with an addicted spouse, and what actually helped Mia begin trusting Louis again.
🔔 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
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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.
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00:00 Louis welcomes Mia Ruggiero
03:00 How Louis and Mia first met in Las Vegas
05:10 When she knew it was addiction
07:38 Why Mia stayed despite the addiction
10:00 The lying, cheating, drugs and chaos
12:30 Mia gives Louis an ultimatum
15:48 When Mia started believing his recovery was real
18:13 Pregnancy changes everything
20:47 The hidden gambling addiction begins affecting their family
28:41 The beginning of gambling recovery
30:11 Why recovery had to become Louis’s first priority
32:32 Drugs, alcohol or gambling: which was harder?
34:22 How recovery changed their marriage
38:35 How long rebuilding trust actually took
41:47 What spouses should do when they feel completely alone
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She Married An Addict Unaware of The Life Ahead
Nothing's Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero
16,642 views
Louis Ruggiero welcomes his wife, Mia Ruggiero, for one of his most personal conversations yet.
For the first time, Mia shares what Louis’s addiction recovery looked like from the perspective of the person standing beside him through alcoholism, drug addiction, repeated relapses, broken trust, and eventually gambling addiction.
The conversation also explores the hidden nature of gambling addiction, the loneliness families experience, the importance of boundaries with an addicted spouse, and what actually helped Mia begin trusting Louis again.
🔔 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: (Instagram: nothingsoffpod)
📹 TikTok: (TikTok: nothingsoffpod)
🔗 Linktree: (https://www.linktr.ee/nothingsoffthet...)
🧢 Buy a Nothing's Off The Table Hat: (https://nothings-off-the-table-with-l...)
🎙️ Connect with Our Guest
👉 Instagram:(Instagram: itsmiacara)
👉 TikTok:(TikTok: itsmiacara)
👉 Website: (https://substack.com/@unfilteredbymia...)
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 Louis welcomes Mia Ruggiero
03:00 How Louis and Mia first met in Las Vegas
05:10 When she knew it was addiction
07:38 Why Mia stayed despite the addiction
10:00 The lying, cheating, drugs and chaos
12:30 Mia gives Louis an ultimatum
15:48 When Mia started believing his recovery was real
18:13 Pregnancy changes everything
20:47 The hidden gambling addiction begins affecting their family
28:41 The beginning of gambling recovery
30:11 Why recovery had to become Louis’s first priority
32:32 Drugs, alcohol or gambling: which was harder?
34:22 How recovery changed their marriage
38:35 How long rebuilding trust actually took
41:47 What spouses should do when they feel completely alone