Outlining the family journey and sharing experiences for those with loved ones in active addiction or fighting addiction in a recovery program. The host Hank has a loved one who has battled drug addiction and uses candor, real examples, and humor to share a story that is real and hopeful - and always genuine.
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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
Hear what leading addiction and recovery experts are talking about—addiction trends, topics and challenges as well as research, practices and advances that point the most promising way forward. Author and recovery advocate William C. Moyers serves as host of this thought-provoking interview series, brought to you by the renowned Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Listen in on Moyers' conversations with his colleagues who work at the forefront of addiction treatment, recovery and prevention, inc ...
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Recovery in the Middle Ages - Two Middle-Aged Suburban Dads Talk About Recovering From Addiction to Drugs & Alcohol.
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Mike and Nat are two middle-aged suburban dads wrestling with addiction and recovery while trying to juggle home life, work, and staying sober. Listen as they discuss current topics in the recovery community including 12 Step, alternative addiction recovery and the newest medical research . Listen to the guys talk about their daily struggle to maintain their recovery and anonymity in the world of soccer moms and PTA meetings. If the neighbors only knew...
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Hillbilly Elegy-Rust Belt Realities and the Opioid Odyssey
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Episode 139: Hillbilly Elegy-Rust Belt Realities and the Opioid Odyssey Hey everyone! Remember us? Our last episode may have dropped on May 21st, but we promise we haven't been lost in the Middle Ages. We've been busy jesters, juggling our balls and brewing up some epic content! We're thrilled to be back. Thanks for sticking with us. In this first …
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Peeling Back Labels: Redefining Identity and Stigma in Recovery and Mental Health & The Dog Silencer's Revenge
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Peeling Back Labels: Redefining Identity and Stigma in Recovery and Mental Health On this week’s show we take a look at the complex interplay between labeling, identity, and stigma in addiction recovery. This episode, inspired by a critical look at mental health interventions for teenagers, examines similar issues within substance abuse treatment. …
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High Time for Change: Cannabis Rescheduling and Its Impact on Recovery
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High Time for Change: Cannabis Rescheduling and Its Impact on Recovery In this episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we explore a significant shift in cannabis legislation, focusing on the historical journey of cannabis from a Schedule I to a proposed Schedule III substance. We explore the reasons behind this reclassification, the evolving percep…
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Intervention Season 25 Discussion & Exploring the Genetic Component of Addiction
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RMA 136: Reel Recovery: Critiquing 'Intervention' and Exploring Addiction Genetics" In this week’s episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we delve into the widely popular TV show 'Intervention.' We'll discuss both the praise and criticism it has received over the years, exploring how it portrays addiction and the recovery process. Does the show of…
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Dropping Acid at Drivers Ed & Staying Calm and Connected: Navigating Sobriety in Turbulent Times
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Episode 135: Calm and Connected: Navigating Sobriety in Turbulent Times In this episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we wrestle with the critical topics of stress management and the dangers of isolation in sobriety. We explore practical strategies for maintaining emotional and mental balance through stress-busting techniques tailored for those i…
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Oh-Oh-Oh Ozempic for Addiction Recovery? Naltrexone-Like Craving Suppressant is Sweeping the Recovery Community
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Semiglutides in Sobriety: A New Frontier in Addiction Recovery? In this week’s episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we delve into the groundbreaking realm of semiglutide medications, such as Ozempic, and their emerging role in addiction treatment. As science advances, so does our understanding of how these drugs not only aid in weight loss, but …
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Prop 110 Collapses Under the Weight of Its Absurdity: Oregon's Legalization Experiment and the Nationwide Impact on Recovery
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RMA 133: The Prop 110 Debacle: A Deep Dive into Oregon's Legalization Experiment and the Nationwide Impact on Recovery We are BACK! This week, we delve into the recent repeal of Proposition 110 in Oregon—a pivotal move that has sparked extensive debate and concern within the recovery community. We’ll explore how Oregon's challenges with drug legali…
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Suki Jones Joins us to discuss her book "Sea, Swallow Me," and Her Journey Through Abuse, Addiction, Pain and Redemption
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RMA 132: The Suki Jones Interview Join us this week on RMA, where we engage in a candid conversation with Suki Jones, author of the addiction and recovery memoir "Sea, Swallow Me." Suki takes us through her personal journey, detailing her experiences with drug addiction while juggling the responsibilities of motherhood and a career in modeling duri…
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NatX Turns Six! Long Term Sobriety and Getting Your Marbles Back
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Nat Turns Six! Long Term Sobriety and Getting Your Marbles Back As we celebrate Nat’s remarkable milestone of six years of sobriety, we explore the personal journey of rebuilding one's identity and maintaining relationships in long-term recovery. We also discuss the challenges and triumphs of redefining oneself post-addiction, from the metaphorical…
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Beyond the Surface: Scuba Danny’s Dive into Dry January, and Rethinking Your Own Relationship With Alcohol
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Beyond the Surface: Scuba Danny's Dive into Dry January, and Rethinking Your Own Relationship With Alcohol In our first episode of 2024 Mike sits down with his old pal Scuba Danny. Danny, currently navigating the waters of Dry January, shares his candid experiences and reflections on this temporary voyage of abstinence, despite having no plans to g…
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Deck the Halls with Hope and Healing: The RMA Holiday Recovery Special
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Deck the Halls with Hope and Healing: The RMA Christmas Recovery Special Welcome to the RMA Christmas Special! Join us as we dive into the spirit of the season while continuing to plumb the outer limits of the recovery universe for content and laughs. We play some listener voice-mails, tell a few bad jokes, and reflect on the ghosts of Christmases …
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Breaking Balls and Beliefs: Unpacking Dock Ellis’ LSD No-Hitter and Discussing the Outer Limits of Harm Reduction
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Breaking Balls and Beliefs: Unpacking Dock Ellis' LSD No-Hitter and Discussing the Outer Limits of Harm Reduction In this week’s episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, Mike and Nat dive into the remarkable world of MJB pitcher Dock Ellis with a review of "No No: A Dockumentary." This episode takes a closer look at Ellis's infamous no-hitter while …
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Cult-ivating Sobriety- Reviewing Love Has Won and it’s Boozy Leader
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Episode 127: Cult-ivating Sobriety- Reviewing Love Has Won and it’s Boozy Leader In this week’s episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, Mike and Nat do an in-depth review of the documentary "Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God," now streaming on Max. Our hosts explore the captivating and often troubling world of the Love Has Won cult, discussing t…
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Have an Attitude of Gratitude -The RMA Thanksgiving Special! How to Stay Sober this Holiday
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Episode 126: An Attitude of Gratitude-The RMA Thanksgiving Special! Just in time for Thanksgiving, RMA brings you a special episode focused on gratitude. As we approach the festive time, it's important to remember the role of gratitude in our recovery journey. In this episode, we do a deep dive into understanding the power of thankfulness and its t…
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Sober Companions, Xylazine Alert, Poly-Addiction Trends and the West Coast Monkster Mash!
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Episode 125: Recovery News Roundup: Sober Companions, Xylazine Alert, Poly-Addiction Trends and the West Coast Monkster Mash! It’s an extended version of Recovery in the News! We kick off the discussion with an look into the concept of sober companions and their growing importance in the journey towards sobriety, (if you have enough money). The con…
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A Monkster’s Tale: Zed’s Journey from Cannabis to Clarity - Breaking the Chains of Addiction
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Episode 124: A Monkster's Tale: Zed's Journey from Cannabis to Clarity This week Mike and Nat welcome Zed to the podcast to tell his story of his weed and alcohol addiction, and his recovery through the 12 steps. Zed began smoking weed and drinking in college and things quickly got out of hand. A speeding arrest, coupled with the impending arrival …
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Interview with Dave Smith-The Dharma of Addiction and Recovery
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Episode 123: RMA Interview: Dave Smith-The Dharma of Addiction and Recovery This week Mike and Nat welcome Dave Smith to the podcast to discuss Buddhism, recovery, and the dharma of your life. Dave is an internationally recognized Buddhist meditation teacher, addiction treatment specialist, and published author. His background is rooted in the Insi…
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Writer Maggie Moe and composer Joshua Vranas are telling a new story about addiction and recovery that does away with shame and stigma. Instead of normalizing old stereotypes and outdated archetypes, Moe and Vranas wrote and scored a musical, My Pet Dragon, that tells a different story–one that’s centered in hope, trust and courage and, when taking…
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A Fountain of Hope for At-Risk Students
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Susie Brooks, PhD, founder of Veritas Academy, felt powerless when students came into the classroom with substance use issues, or knew someone struggling. She recognized addiction as a disease—one that injures every community—but she didn't know how to help. So she attended the Graduate School of Addiction Studies to gain the tools and skills she n…
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Sober October Survival Guide & A Local Fentanyl, Crack, Heroin, Stolen Car, Shootout and Cocaine Drug Bust!
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Episode 122: Recovery 101-Sober October and Other Scary Recovery Concepts It’s back to basics this week, as Mike and Nat talk about how to have a successful Sober October and how to use the popular challenge as a way to springboard forward into a more lasting recovery. Also, Nat is back from Dopey Con IV and he gives a full report, and Mike takes t…
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Bullying Prevention and Community Solutions
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Bullying causes long-term damage on students' mental health, often resulting in anxiety, depression or PTSD during a critical developmental stage. But evidence-based approaches provide healthy solutions to complex situations—involving parents, teachers, administrators and other community members at every stage of the process. Jan Urbanski, Ed.D., D…
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Recovery Grab-Bag! Faith, Complacency, Self-Centeredness and MORE -Hoarding Your Addiction Like Smaug
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Episode 121: Recovery Gold-Hoarding Your Addiction Mike and Nat dig deep into the recovery topic token bag and pull out some conversation starters. Is there a positive way to look at self-centeredness? Do you need faith and spiritual awakenings to recover? How is the recovery journey like the plot of the Hobbit? We also catch up with Ryan and read …
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Fentanyl Fall-Drug Policy and More! An RMA News Special
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RMA Episode 120: Fentanyl Fall-Drug Policy and More! An RMA News Special Last week, a tragic incident occurred at a daycare center in New York, where a child died due to a suspected fentanyl overdose after being exposed to the drug concealed within the facility. Meanwhile, across the country in Oregon, the state grapples with the repercussions of p…
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All-Star Willie Burton – In a League of His Own
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When Willie Burton was taken ninth in the 1990 NBA draft, he lost his defenses against addiction—a sensational talent through high school and college, his teammates and coaches looked out for him. But then the coping mechanisms he learned as a child in Detroit came back to haunt him when he hit the League. Tune in to hear his story, his message to …
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”Recovery Boys,” Review and Discussion- RMA Back to School Special!
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RMA Episode 119: Recovery Boys-An RMA Back to School Special! This week Mike and Nat do an in-depth review of the Netflix special Recovery Boys. Recovery Boys is a Netflix documentary directed by Elaine McMillion Sheldon. The documentary, which was released in 2018, follows the journey of four young men as they attempt to rebuild their lives and re…
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Native Dads: Recovery through Reconnection Part 2
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Intergenerational trauma. Unresolved grief. Stigma and isolation. Such complex and compound stressors can make recovery from substance use and other mental health conditions all the more challenging. But there are successful paths forward. Listen in to learn about the life-changing work of the Native Dads Network. The nonprofit organization helps i…
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On set, Dedee Pfeiffer hears from other actors, crewmates and directors who are inspired by her forwardness—fearless in her pursuit of love and light and publicly accepting her disease of addiction. Tune in as she shares everything she’s learned about loving recovery, why she’s so vocal about her story, what keeps her heart open and full, and how s…
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Addiction is often surrounded by shame and stigma—and both have dominated the different arenas of public discourse for much of human history. No more. Join experts Jeremiah Gardner, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, and Emily Piper, Chief Legal, Advocacy and Compliance Officer, as they debunk popular myths about addiction and recovery …
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Season 4 Premier! A Kick in the Sacklers - We Review the new series, ”Painkiller” and the Opioid Epidemic Saga
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RMA Episode 118: Painkiller Review-A Kick in the Sacklers And we’re back! Season 4 kicks off with a discussion of the Netflix docu-drama Painkiller. Does the world need another re-telling of the Oxy-Contin story? Tune in to find out. PLUS, we listen to some hotline voice-mails, talk about what we did on our summer vacations, and share the sad story…
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The next workplace revolution will likely hinge on employers' efforts to empower recovery. Post-covid, 20 percent of employees reported drinking during work. Last year, more people died from alcohol than ever before while the opioid epidemic waged on. What are top employers doing? How do they create a business culture where it's safe to seek lifesa…
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Honesty. Compassion. Respect. Humility. Many of the guiding values of the Red Road way of life—a Native American path of wellness, balance and spirituality—parallel Twelve Step recovery principles and practices. “The Red Road is a path of human wellness, and everyone is invited,” says clinical innovator and addiction counselor Albert Titman, Sr. Li…
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The Highs and Lows of Pharmaceutical Meth: A Candid Dive into “Take Your Pills’”
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RMA Episode 117: The Highs and Lows of Pharmaceutical Meth: A Candid Dive into “Take Your Pills'" In this week’s episode of the Recovery in the Middle Ages Podcast, Mike and Nat dissect the thought-provoking Netflix documentary, "Take Your Pills." This 2018 documentary delves into the world of Adderall and other stimulants, exploring their widespre…
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Serving as Chair of the American Indian Advisory Council and spending the past twenty years as an addiction counselor for his Native brothers and sisters, Donald Richard Wright, Elder of the Leech Lake band of Ojibwe, is still finding ways to lift people up and bring them home. Now he joins host Andrew Williams to talk about his journey and how we …
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Radical Love and a Place to Belong
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Philip Robert won't stay silent about the exploitation of his Native brothers and sisters: in Arizona, unregulated sober houses are taking advantage of vulnerable people. But Blue Sage Healing, where Philip works, is providing a safer home for recovery, a place of belonging, with a rich cultural connectedness that reunites Native folks with themsel…
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Parents are rightly terrified of fentanyl. But what behaviors should set off alarm bells? And how can parents keep the conversation pointed in the right direction when panic and big emotions start arriving? Clinician Sarah Polley, MD, joins host William C. Moyers to explain what teenagers are thinking about fentanyl, the signs they're using, and ho…
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From Chaos to Clarity in Long-Term Sobriety: The Wizened One, Allan B, Joins Us!
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RMA-Episode 116: Allan B-From Chaos to Clarity in Long-Term Sobriety In this week’s episode of the "Recovery in the Middle Ages" Mike and Nat continue the Meet a Monkster theme and have a sit-down with Allan B, the Grand Wizard of Monksterhaven. Allan's vivid anecdotes of coming of age in the mid-late 1970s paint a compelling narrative that bridges…
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From Monkster to Master: Unraveling the Kratom Knot with Charlie X
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RMA-Episode 115: From Monkster to Master: Unraveling the Kratom Knot with Charlie X In this week's episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, hosts Mike and Nat interview Charlie X, a long-time participant on the Monkster Discord and host of the Kratom Sobriety Podcast. Charlie opens up about his journey towards recovery from alcohol use disorder, he …
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How Kathryn Burgum is Reinventing Recovery
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Shame and stigma kept Kathryn Burgum silent about her recovery for fifteen years. After she became First Lady of North Dakota, she learned from host William Moyers himself after an event where they both spoke: "The solution is so simple—we end stigma by talking about it." Now she's leading head and heart first, putting her own story front and cente…
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Bouncing Back: Chris Herren’s Memoir ”Basketball Junkie,” & Queen Liz of Monksterhaven Joins Us!
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RMA-Episode 114: Bouncing Back: Chris Herron's Memoir "Basketball Junkie," and Queen Liz of Monksterhaven Joins Us! This week, hosts Mike and Nat are thrilled to have a chat with Liz S, our longtime listener and the first guest on our new segment, “Meet a Monkster”. Plus, we take a deep dive into the addiction memoir, "Basketball Junkie." Liz S, ha…
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From Addiction’s Trance to Recovery’s Dance: A Discussion of Alcohol, Addiction and Public Policy with Grant Boyken
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RMA-Episode 113: From Addiction’s Trance to Recovery’s Dance: A Discussion of Alcohol, Addiction and Public Policy with Grant Boyken Grant is back! Join us as the OG Monkster and creator of the popular website, soberliningsplaybook.com, shares his insights on the current public policy issues surrounding drug and alcohol addiction, and catches us up…
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In Harm's Way: Health Risks of Teen Vaping
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Marketed as safe and cool with fun flavors and clever devices, vapes are hooking a new generation on nicotine. Health experts warn that it's not only water vapor and nicotine surging into the lungs: All kinds of other chemicals are ingested too. Psychiatrist Sara Polley, MD, talks with host William C. Moyers about the prevalence, known health risks…
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John Solomon Gives Voice to Healing and Hope
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Out on tour after getting sober, indie-rocker John Solomon made a point of hosting conversations about addiction, mental health and recovery wherever he went. The experience inspired his next career move: Going to graduate school and becoming an addiction and mental health counselor. Today he serves as CEO of the Alaska Behavioral Health Associatio…
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Is Addiction a Conscious Choice? & What Neuroscientists and Philosophers Know About Addiction.
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RMA-Episode 112: Is Addiction a Conscious Choice? Do we choose to use? In this week’s episode of RMA, Mike and Nat delve into the complex and often contentious debate surrounding addiction: Is it a choice? A disease? Something else? They'll explore the arguments on both sides, drawing on scientific studies, insights from addiction research, and a c…
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Finding Hope When Addiction Takes Your Son
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His birthday. His death day. Holidays. Family celebrations. That's when Linda Morrison feels the loss of her youngest son, Mike, most profoundly. But with time, she is finding more space in her heart for gratitude and hope—for the happy life Mike wanted for her. Morrison's achingly honest mother-son love story, Dear Heroin: A Memoir of Goodbyes, he…
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I’ve Fallen, and I Can’t Get Up! From Frazzled to Balanced: A Guide to Finding Serenity in Sobriety
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RMA-Episode 111: From Frazzled to Balanced: A Guide to Finding Serenity in Sobriety In this week’s episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we explore Nat's harrowing tale of experiencing a seizure on his journey to Washington, prompting an urgent evaluation of his diet and stress levels by his doctor. Join us as we delve into practical tips and tri…
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Practicing Recovery from "All the Things"
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As author and advocate Dawn Nickel likes to say, "we're all recovering from something." For her, those somethings include alcohol, cocaine, anxiety, marijuana and workaholism. Tune in as the co-founder of the global SHE RECOVERS movement talks with host William C. Moyers about the inspiration behind her daily meditation book for "like-minded, like-…
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Fentanyl Follies: The Not-So-Funny Side of Misguided Drug Policies
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RMA-Episode 110: Fentanyl Follies: The Not-So-Funny Side of Misguided Drug Policies In this action-packed episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we delve into the perplexing world of recent legislation that's beefing up criminal penalties for fentanyl dealers. But are these laws actually helpful, or are they just a rehash of the failed War on Drug…
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How'd You Do It, Steve? A Personal Story of Hope and Recovery
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Steve thought the world would come crashing when he packed his bags for treatment. A savvy businessman and CEO, he considered himself too successful, or perhaps too important, to go to treatment: after all, three families relied on him for financial support. Now he admits that was only an excuse, and everything that comes after—hope, healing and co…
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Take your Pills: Xanax - Benzo Abuse, The Fallout, Big Pharma’s Deceptive Marketing and Undereducated Doctors
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RMA-Episode 109: Xanax Shenanigans: A Prescription for Disaster This week on RMA, we review the 2022 documentary film Take your Pills: Xanax, currently streaming on Netflix. We also dive deep into the world of Xanax and benzodiazepine abuse, discussing the history, widespread use, and the challenges presented by aggressive pharmaceutical marketing …
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Even Retired Presidents Are Pissed At Us! A Special Message About RMA....
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We will be back next week!द्वारा Recovery in the Middle Ages
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