What is harm minimization? Does it work? Is it enabling or life-saving? In this episode, clinical social worker, co-founder of ‘The Fix’ and addiction expert Joe Schrank and Veronica discuss the differences in harm minimization between the UK and USA. Joe also discusses his radical and cutting edge response to the opioid crisis.
Today we have Brian R. King on The SHAIR Podcast. He grew up with undiagnosed ADHD and Dyslexia, struggled with obesity, lived through cancer, became the father of 3 sons who also have Asperger’s and ADHD, and is now coping with Multiple Sclerosis.
Today’s guest is Jesse Harless. Jesse says his addiction started at birth. It didn’t matter if it was gaming, drugs, or alcohol it all felt like the solution. He said he hit all the “jackpots” – getting caught plagiarizing, failing at of college, and then getting in the legal trouble that eventually led Jesse to find recovery. Jesse was ordered to serve probation and go to 12 Steps meetings.
Today’s guest is Kate Coatsworth, who is part of our SHAIR Sobriety Network and recently celebrated 1000 days in recovery from drugs and alcohol. She has also been battling cancer for the last 7 months, and she is fighting this battle sober.
This week we’re interviewing author Joshua Shea. Joshua’s honesty is at once disarming & on point, realizing that though the externalities of porn & sex addiction are rather distinct, the underlying causes & conditions are quite universal. So #ListenUp.
Today’s guest is Omar Pinto. At 31 years old Omar was heavily addicted to cocaine and alcohol. His wife was pregnant at the time, he was running his business into the ground, and his friends had had enough. That’s when he was guided into the rooms of Narcotics Anonymous.e said, “I remember feeling real hope and saying to myself, I think these guys can help me.” Omar grabbed a sponsor, worked the steps, started doing service work, and eventually started to sponsor other men.
Today’s guest is Mark Scheeren. We’ve got a very different perspective on Addiction & Recovery in an interview with him. Mark is the co-author of The Freedom Model of Addiction, the first non 12 Step methodology to treat #addiction & #alcoholism. So #ListenUp!
Welcome to self made and sober podcast. I’m your host, Andrew Lassise. and with me today is the sober entrepreneur Russ Perry, the creator, founder of design pickle, which is an awesome concept where companies I know for myself, I’ve had issues where I need, I need to get designs done, I need a creative person.
Arlina Allen is a writer, the host of the international podcast “The ODAAT Chat Podcast,” and founder of Sober Life School. Sober since 1994, Arlina has been married for 21 years and is the mother of two teenage boys. Today, Arlina joins us live in the SHAIR Recovery Community for an exclusive Q&A with our members!
Today’s guest is Andrew Lassise who sober in 2013 he found himself stuck working in a restaurant even though he had a finance degree and a serious passion for tech. Andrew also provides financial and business coaching as well as hosts the Self-Made and Sober Podcast. He views the podcast as about of necessity for like-minded people trying to maintain sobriety while achieving more in their lives, whether it be personal, in business or spiritual.
Today’s guests are Chip and Veronica who will talk about how you can deal with the four types of characters you may meet when you stop drinking.
Today’s guest is Garrett Jonsson. Pornography was his secret vice and almost destroyed his marriage. He says that pornography is the new drug and his mission is to raise awareness about its destructive nature.
This week we bring you a captivating discussion with Jeremiah Campbell. Jeremiah’s anything but picture-perfect trek to #Recovery is at once enlightening, inspirational & jam-packed with spiritual & recovery goodness so #ListenUp.
Today’s guest is Jeff Simone, a clinical pharmacist, advanced nutritional supplements adviser, and the founder of Reaction Recovery. Reaction Recovery is an addiction recovery consulting service designed for individuals who do not currently have access to formalized long-term treatment, do not wish to enroll in long-term treatment, or have completed a treatment program and are looking for a periodic review of their daily recovery routine. A vital part of the Reaction Recovery treatment plan is what Jeff has termed The 12 Daily Rules for Recovery.
Today’s guest is Stephanie Pollak. She spent most of her life believing the world was supposed to make her happy. If she did the right things, life would be good for her.
Today’s guest is a former NFL prospect Alton Voss appeared to have a promising career ahead of him, but it was derailed by his drug addiction. After going to rehab, he was able to find redemption and get a second chance to play the game he loves. He finished his college career at Grand Valley State University where he also earned his Bachelor’s Degree. His inspiring story has received national attention from several media outlets including Sports Illustrated, The 700 Club, and The Jim Rome Show.
Vincent Pugliese was an incredibly respected and awarded photographer, covering sports events any fan would dream of. The problem was, the media company he worked for never wanted to pay him what he deserved.
Today’s guest is Tom Shanahan. Over 8 years ago Tom’s substance abuse and the stresses of being a trial attorney landed him in treatment where he was introduced to the 12 Step program of Alcoholics Anonymous. He immediately recognized the importance of health and fitness in his own sobriety journey, which lead Tom to write the book, “Spiritual Adrenaline: A Lifestyle Plan to Nourish and Strengthen Your Recovery.”
Today’s guest is Brad Jensen. At almost 7 years clean and sober, Brad has seen some pretty dark days but with the gift of desperation and the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, he now gets to enjoy the many gifts that sobriety has brought into his life.
Today we have Chris Marshall. Chris’ addiction started at a young age and he admits that his drinking was abnormal from the very start. After getting sober in 2007 and working in the treatment industry, Chris founded Sans Bar, a non-alcoholic bar where people can gather, socialize, and grow as a community whether they are in recovery or not.
