Get ready for a wild ride down memory lane as Todd and Bettijo welcome special guest Dion Mial! This episode reveals what it was really like growing up in Hollywood, including never-before-heard details about Gary Coleman's life and legacy.

SUMMARY

Hosts Todd & Bettijo Bridges welcome Todd’s childhood friend, designer Dion Mial—Gary Coleman’s best friend—for a behind-the-scenes tour of Diff'rent Strokes. Expect wild go-kart adventures, on-set pranks, Dana Plato’s Universal Studios driving fiasco, and lots of nostalgia! Plus, hear about Dion and Gary’s music collab, Todd’s secret album, and how Diff’rent Strokes broke barriers long before social media pulled back the curtain on fame.

On a heavier note, Dion & Todd share Gary’s 30‑year fight with renal disease (far exceeding his prognosis), his abusive relationship with Shannon Price, and the troubling aftermath of his death. Plus, get exclusive insight into the Gary documentary and A&E’s upcoming Lie Detector series premiere —both aiming to uncover the truth and honor Gary’s legacy.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Growing up in Hollywood - Todd and Dion share how they met and became friends. (02:23)
• Life on the Diff'rent Strokes Set - Insights into sitcom filming schedules and the dynamic between the child actors. (04:32)
• Dana Plato's Mischievous Antics - Todd and Dion recall Dana's daring drive through the Universal Studios spinning tunnel. (7:51)
• Gary and Todd Were Like Brothers - Todd's relationship with Gary Coleman and what drove a wedge between them. (10:16)
• Reconciliation - The crazy circumstances that brought Todd and Gary back together. (12:19)
• Pranks on Set - Hilarious stories of Todd and Gary rigging cigarettes with poppers and other mischief. (15:16)
• On-Set Politics & Pioneering Diversity - Todd discusses a director's replacement due to personal bias, leading to a significant step in racial representation for Diff'rent Strokes. (18:08)
• Cancelled - What finally took Diff’rent Strokes off the air. (21:45)
• The Social Media Effect - Reflections on the differences in Hollywood life with and without social media. (25:35)
• Gary Coleman's Lifelong Health Battle - Dion explains Gary's childhood prognosis and his continuous fight with renal disease. (33:20)
• Gary's Troubled Relationship with Shannon Price - Discussions about abuse and his later-revealed secret divorce. (36:40)
• Todd Meets Shannon Price - Todd's direct encounter with Shannon Price with Gary in a wheelchair. (38:09)
• The Circumstances of Gary's Death - Todd and Dion recount the puzzling details surrounding Gary's hospital stay and Shannon's actions. (43:00)
• A&E Lie Detector Premier - Shannon Price has taken a lie detector test featured in the series of A&E new true crime series Lie Detector: Truth or Deception premieres July 10, 2025 at 9pm ET/PT. (47:00)

Don't miss this unforgettable journey back in time with Todd, Bettijo, and Dion. Hit play now to hear incredible untold stories straight from the source!

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© 2024 Loop 101 Media

DANG! is produced by Loop 101 Media, Bettijo Bridges, Todd Bridges & Attalie Anne

For more information contact info@loop101media.com

Todd and Bettijo Bridges sit down with Christin Day, a self-proclaimed “Hope Dealer” from Crossroads Addiction Treatment Center, to talk about her journey from addiction to recovery. It’s raw, real, and somehow funny—because if you can't laugh at rock bottom, what can you do?

SUMMARY

In this episode Todd & Bettijo are joined by Christin Day, the "Hope Dealer" from Crossroads Addiction Treatment Center and Recovery On Air Podcast. Christin, who has seven years in recovery, shares her deeply personal and often painful journey, from losing her children to finding sobriety and becoming a beacon of hope for others. She candidly discusses the turning point that forced her to confront her addiction, the ongoing process of making amends with her family, and the crucial work of getting in touch with her true feelings after years of suppression.

The conversation delves into the origins of Christin's addiction, starting as a teenager looking to fit in, and Todd shares his own unique path into substance abuse, highlighting the societal stigma surrounding addiction. Christin emphasizes the vital role of consistent effort and a complete lifestyle change in maintaining sobriety, advocating for finding balance and setting boundaries even within the recovery community. She also sheds light on her impactful work at Crossroads, taking meetings into jails and prisons, and reimagining corrections to help others find their path to a clean life. The episode underscores the importance of empathy, understanding, and the transformative power of giving back as essential components of lasting recovery.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Christin's journey from "dope dealer" to "Hope Dealer." (0:56)
• The turning point: Losing her children and family support. (1:17)
• Todd shares his 32 years in recovery and family trust issues. (3:20)
• The importance of consistent work and finding balance in recovery. (4:31)
• Getting in touch with real feelings: A five-year sobriety milestone. (6:24)
• The different paths to addiction for Christin and Todd. (10:38)
• Trying to get sober in the public eye. (21:20)
• Christin's impactful role at Crossroads Recovery. (22:30)
• The power of giving back and being vulnerable in recovery. (30:30)
• ToddFlix - The Last of Us (34:17)

LISTEN TO LEARN

• What it truly takes to sustain long-term recovery.
• How to navigate family relationships and make amends after addiction.
• The profound impact of giving back in the recovery process.
• Why understanding and expressing emotions is a critical part of healing.

Don't miss this powerful and inspiring conversation that proves recovery is possible and hope is always within reach. Hit Play!

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© 2024 Loop 101 Media

DANG! is produced by Loop 101 Media, Bettijo Bridges, Todd Bridges & Attalie Anne

For more information contact info@loop101media.com

Is true change possible? Todd and Bettijo tackle this universal personal growth query head-on! Join them for a humorous exploration of addiction, mindset, and habits, inspired by a famous serial killer show, plus relatable stories of family life and the quest for self-improvement.

SUMMARY

In this lively episode, Todd and Bettijo kick off by debating the "gore" (or lack thereof) in their current binge-watch, Dexter, and Bettijo is worried she has become desensitized to on-screen violence. This leads them to a fascinating discussion about change itself, particularly in the context of addiction. Todd shares his strong belief that personal change is absolutely possible through hard work and a willingness to confront your own patterns. They explore the idea of addiction as a disease, the perils of experimentation, and the common human tendency to resist uncomfortable growth.

Bettijo introduces the powerful concept that change begins in the mind and that we often mistakenly expect others to change before ourselves. They wrap up with humorous anecdotes about go-kart racing, the realities of parenting young children, and Todd's own journey of significant personal change.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Todd and Bettijo's differing views on "gore" in Dexter and desensitization. (1:15)
• The premise of Dexter and its connection to the possibility of change. (2:57)
• Discussion on the phrase "once an addict, always an addict" and the nature of addiction as a disease. (5:10)
• Todd shares his personal belief that change is possible with work. (9:10)
• Bettijo emphasizes that change begins in the mind and requires visualization. (9:39)
• The importance of being realistic about the "cost" of change and goals. (9:54)
• Todd's humorous (and debated) insistence on professional go-kart racing as a job. (12:11)
• Todd's personal example of changing with the responsibilities of having younger children. (17:00)
• Todd's journey from being a "hoe" to a married man, proving change is possible. (15:30)
• Bettijo's stress from watching Dexter due to her empathic nature. (16:10)
• We discuss the tendency to expect change from others instead of ourselves. (21:15)
• The idea that we are meant to change and improve, comparing ourselves only to our past selves. (22:06)
• Bettijo mentions the Cockroach Poker bluffing game they like to play as a family (23:24)
• God as the one constant in a world of change. (25:20)

LISTEN TO LEARN

• Why the concept of "once an addict, always an addict" is both true and false.
• How significant personal change is truly possible if you're willing to put in the work.
• Why resisting change can keep you stuck and prevent personal growth.
• The power of internal change and how it begins in your mindset.

Ready to embrace your own evolution? Hit Play!

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© 2024 Loop 101 Media

DANG! is produced by Loop 101 Media, Bettijo Bridges, Todd Bridges & Attalie Anne

For more information contact info@loop101media.com