Podcasts about Narcotics Anonymous

FILM FESTIVAL TICKETS: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/2216905 DOPEY PATREON: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Kevin's Substack: https://kevinjackmcenroe.substack.com/ This week on Dopey Wednesday,!Dave is joined once again by Kevin McEnroe for a powerful, funny, and honest conversation about addiction, recovery, family, tennis, writing, prayer, ego, and the New York Knicks.   Dave opens the episode with listener emails about quitting cigarettes, accidental heroin use, childhood Valium, Dopey Zoom chaos, stickers, socks, and Knicks obsession. Then Kevin McEnroe joins the show to talk about his morning routine, sobriety, teaching tennis, being John McEnroe's son, and finding peace with his name and his life in recovery.   Kevin opens up about pills, heroin, pancreatitis, isolation, treatment, relapse, his mother Tatum O'Neal's addiction and stroke, and how service has changed their relationship. Dave shares his own stories about heroin, custody, Klonopin, the Amy Winehouse documentary, AA, and finally surrendering.   Plus: Hells Angels bars, Roxy 30s, fentanyl, Joakim Noah, 21 yogurts, meth recovery advice, and why sometimes you have to try every path until something sticks.   ALL THAT AND MORE! MORE! MORE!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LETTING PEOPLE BE PEOPLE. This episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast explores the importance of letting people be themselves, managing expectations, and practicing patience and compassion in recovery and everyday life. Hosted by Monty Meyer and Tom Williams, it offers practical insights on handling difficult behaviors, setting healthy boundaries, and extending grace to others. We also answer listener email. Closing Song: No Longer a Slave to Fear by Jonathan Helsen. Key Topics ·         The importance of letting people be themselves·         Handling difficult behaviors and setting boundaries·         The role of patience, tolerance, and grace in recovery #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Film Festival Tickets: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/2216905 FULL EPISODE: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Heart Attack Doug returns for another Dopey Tuesday as he and Dave revisit the origins of their friendship, the rise and fall of Good Morning Dopey, and the eternal struggle of growing the Dopey YouTube channel. Plus: Knicks playoff agony, NBA conspiracy theories, June on Long Island, the upcoming Dopey Recovery Film Festival, and a powerful reading of the June 9th Just For Today meditation, "Old Dreams Needn't Die." Doug talks about selling weed to buy guitars, Dave reflects on addiction and recovery, and together they explore how sobriety can bring old dreams back to life. And of course: Patreon plugs, listener comments, birthday wishes, and a beautiful listener cover of "Good So Bad." PLUS MORE MORE MORE! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FINDING FREEDOM IN DISCIPLINE. This episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast we feature a deep discussion on discipline, spiritual growth, and overcoming life's challenges. Hosted by Monty Meyer and Tom Williams, they explore the importance of routines, faith, and practical steps to achieve freedom and stability. We also answer your email. Closing Song: Alive & Free by Monty D. Meyer Key Topics ·         The role of discipline in recovery and personal growth·         How routines and habits lead to freedom and stability·         Biblical perspectives on authority, headship, and spiritual gifts·         The significance of emotional sobriety and managing stress·         Practical advice on developing discipline and overcoming laziness

TIRED OF WAITING ON GOD AND OTHERS? This episode explores the importance of patience, trust in God's timing, and how waiting can lead to spiritual growth and better relationships. Hosted by Monty Meyer and Roger McDiarmid, it offers practical insights and personal stories about overcoming impatience and embracing divine timing. Key Topics ·         The meaning of waiting and patience in spiritual life·         How waiting develops trust and character·         Practical steps to practice patience in daily life·         The role of God's timing in recovery and relationships#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Jules returns to the podcast to talk about her family's history of unhealthy enabling, how it impacted her addiction and recovery, and then how she is helping to change the pattern in her family and the families of the clients she helps every day at Windmill.Special Guest: Jules Santiago.

This is a workshop of the Guiding Principles book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

LET'S TALK MAKING AMENDS. From The Best of The Came to Believe Recovery Podcast . The hosts discuss the concept of making amends in recovery. They explore the difference between an apology and an amends, emphasizing that an amends involves taking action to repair the harm caused. They also discuss the importance of sincerity and genuine change in making amends. The hosts share personal examples and address the challenges of making amends when the other person may not be emotionally mature or receptive. They also touch on the idea that making amends is not about seeking forgiveness, but about taking responsibility and changing one's behavior. In this conversation, Tom, Monty, and Alicia discuss the importance of making amends in recovery. They also touch on the concept of forgiving oneself and the importance of being emotionally sober. The conversation concludes with personal stories of amends that went well and one that went badly. Closing Song: I'm Not Who I was by Brandon Heath. #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook  

ALCOHOL IN THE CHURCH. From The Best of Take 12 Radio. Do intoxicating beverages have any place within the faith community? What about Christians who claim it's OK to consume alcohol? Some strong words coming your way. Take a listen, I dare ya! #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

In this episode of Believe in People, playwright Ed Edwards joins us to discuss The Political History of Smack and Crack - his award-winning play exploring addiction, recovery, Thatcherism, political unrest, and Britain's heroin epidemic.Drawing on his own experiences of addiction, prison, relapse, and long-term recovery, Ed reflects on stigma, Narcotics Anonymous, consumer culture, creativity, and the human realities behind substance use. Ed is brutally honest about relapse, including the “relapse before the relapse” signs like pulling back from meetings and turning irritation into isolation. We also explore why Narcotics Anonymous can feel like a higher power even if you are an atheist, and how belonging acts as a real-world protective factor in a consumer culture that competes for our attention.This episode explores addiction recovery, trauma, peer support, mental health, politics, and the lived experiences that shaped a generation.Links & Resources

ADDICTION IN THE WORLD OF SPORTS. From The Best of Take 12 Radio. Monty interviews Mark Ibanez, former Sports Director for FOX KTVU Channel 2. Mark is the longest tenured Bay Area sportscaster in history with 4 Emmys and 16 Emmy nominations. Mark shares his experience as it relates to addiction in the world of sports. Closing Song: Petaluma by Norman Greenbaum. #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

POWERLESSNESS & UNMANAGEABILITY.  From The Best of The Came to Believe Recovery Podcast.When did we realize we were powerless over our addictions and when did we come to admit our lives were unmanageable? Join Tom, Alicea and your host the Montyman for this important discussion on Episode #2 of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast. #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook  

12 STEP MEETING ADDICTION. From The Best of Take 12 Radio. Many have said that meeting makers are the ones who succeed in recovery, but can one become so meeting dependent that they switch from their drug or alcohol addiction to meeting addiction, allowing the meetings to take priority over every aspect of their lives? Should our emphasis be on the meetings we make or the Steps we take? Join the Monty'man as he brings back this show from September 2010 with cohosts Mason C., Brad H., and special guest Devon. Closing Song: Road to Recovery by Leah Martinsen. #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

WHEN YOU FEEL LIKLE GIVING UP (Surrender vs Submission). In this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast, Monty and Tom explore the differences between surrender and submission, especially in the context of recovery when we feel like giving up on ourselves. They discuss how these concepts impact our spiritual journey, the importance of active choice, and practical ways to embrace these principles daily. Answer and responding to our listeners is also featured along with some whining about things we have no power over. Closing Song: I Keep Going by Anonymous. Key Topics ·         Difference between surrender and submission·         The active nature of submission·         How surrender leads to freedom·         Practical steps to surrender and submit daily #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

DO YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE? This episode explores the profound questions of identity and purpose in recovery, featuring personal stories and biblical insights. Discover how understanding who you are in God's eyes can transform your life and recovery journey. Monty opens the mail bag to clear some things up and as always controversy is a major element of this week's topic. Closing Song: Hello My Name Is… by Matthew West. Key Topics ·         The biblical view of identity and being created in God's image·         Personal stories of discovering purpose and self-awareness·         The role of faith and belief in recovery and self-acceptance #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

This is a workshop of the Guiding Principles book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

SO YOU RELAPSED, NOW WHAT? This episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast explores the complex topic of relapse in recovery, addressing questions about recovery, relapse, and the spiritual and practical tools needed to navigate setbacks. Hosted by Monty Meyer and Tom Williams, it offers insights into maintaining sobriety, understanding relapse, and the importance of grace and community support.Can we recover or are we always in recovery? Can a recovered person relapse? Closing Song: God of Second Chances by Leroy Stoltzfus. Key Points ·         Relapse in Recovery: When It Happens and How to Respond·         Understanding Recovery and Relapse: A Spiritual Perspective #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

THE LIES WE TOLD OURSELVES (In Our Addiction). This episode explores the lies we tell ourselves in addiction, sharing humorous and insightful stories to highlight the importance of honesty and recovery. Hosted by Monty Meyer with guests Roger McDiarmid and Dion Miller, it offers practical advice and encouragement for those seeking sobriety. Closing Song: The Games People Play by Joe Smith Key Topics ·         The common lies told in addiction and recovery·         Humorous stories illustrating denial and deception·         The importance of honesty and self-awareness in sobriety#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Emily Redondo talks about how she has dealt with years of addiction, how this impacted her self-image as a wife, mother, and person in recovery, and her new book, "Wife, Mother, Drunk."Special Guest: Emily Redondo.

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

PATREON - LISTEN WITHOUT ADS - www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast SUMMARY: This Week on Dopey's Greatest Hits! Dave records from his dad's overheated apartment and opens with a long, chaotic conversation about Dopeywood at The Comedy Store. His dad gives a detailed, meandering recap of the trip, the show, and his mixed reactions to the comedians, praising the turnout but criticizing some of the material as confusing and overly raunchy.   They argue about politics, language on the show, and listener feedback, including a back-and-forth with a fan upset about violent rhetoric. Dave reflects on tone, community, and the balance between humor and responsibility.   The episode includes emails and voicemails about poppy seed tea addiction, with detailed stories about making opioid-like substances from seeds and pods, building tolerance, and the extreme lengths people went to stay well.   The second half features a replay of Dave's interview with Steve Earle. Steve talks about growing up surrounded by recovery, with addiction deeply embedded in his family, including relatives who were part of early AA. He says he avoided recovery at first despite seeing that it worked.   Steve describes getting high for the first time at age 11 and explains that music and addiction developed side by side but weren't directly connected. He talks about learning guitar from his uncle, discovering Dylan and the Beatles, and becoming obsessed with songwriting and storytelling.   He reflects on his career as a musician, the pressure of performing, and how much he depends on audience feedback to feel okay. He also talks about the realities of the music business, losing his band, shifting to solo work, and writing for theater.   Throughout the conversation, Steve is blunt about addiction, family history, and the long-term impact of substance use, while also showing humor, insight, and a deep connection to music as both a craft and a survival tool. ALL THAT AND MUCH MUCH MORE! On an old classic episode with my Dad in it TWICE! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

Today's Show: A NEW IDENTITY. This episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast the Montyman goes solo and brings to the mic the topic of a new identity found in the process of recovery and standing firm as a recovered alcoholic. Closing Song: The Ya-But Habit by Michael Purington. Key Topics ·         Recovered vs Recovery·         Alcoholic Definition·         The New Man·         The Old Man·         Our Identification and Others #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

A Life Built on Lies, Addiction, and Broken Trust with Tony Johnson | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of the Hopeaholics Podcast, Tony Johnson shares his raw and unfiltered story of addiction, manipulation, crime, prison, and recovery, opening up about growing up with childhood neglect in Seattle, getting shot, chasing money and power through drug dealing, and spiraling into Xanax, pills, and heroin. He speaks honestly about living a double life filled with lies, burning bridges, stacking felonies, losing relationships, and hitting rock bottom before his adopted mother's tough love and a life-changing Narcotics Anonymous meeting pushed him toward recovery. Tony also discusses accountability in behavioral health, the dangers of fentanyl, rebuilding trust, faith, and using his past to help others escape addiction, delivering a powerful message about responsibility, redemption, and choosing a new path when everything feels lost. Throughout the conversation, he reflects on the mindset that kept him trapped in addiction, the importance of honesty in recovery, and the daily discipline required to stay sober and grounded. This episode highlights the reality of consequences, the power of community, and the role of faith and purpose in long-term recovery.#thehopeaholics  #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #Hope #wedorecover #treatmentcenter #natalieevamarieJoin our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record', exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Go to www.Wolfpak.com today and support our sponsors. Don't forget to use code: HOPEAHOLICSPODCAST for 10% off!Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.com Timestamps:00:01:07 - Tony Johnson introduction and welcome to the podcast00:02:05 - Love language and words of affirmation discussion00:11:28 - Childhood neglect and first exposure to weed in Seattle00:21:50 - Getting shot and deciding to chase money and power00:22:25 - Trauma from drug dealing and discovering Xanax00:28:08 - Getting ran over and becoming addicted to pills and heroin00:29:14 - Felonies stacking up and going to prison00:31:01 - Marriage destruction, prison time, and Suboxone charges00:32:00 - Adopted mom's tough love and rock bottom realization00:54:19 - First Narcotics Anonymous meeting and feeling at home00:55:15 - Addiction mentality and making amends in recovery01:09:20 - Responsibility in behavioral health and fentanyl crisis message01:10:40 - Closing thoughts and sharing God's message

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

In this episode of The Criminologist Podcast, host Joseph Arvidson is joined by Paul Doke, PhD candidate at Liverpool John Moores University, to explore one of the most overlooked questions in our field: What does it take not just to desist from crime—but to stay desisting over time? Building on Shadd Maruna's groundbreaking Liverpool Desistance Study, Paul's research—"Made Good and Stayed Good"—examines identity, recovery, and belonging among long-term members of Narcotics Anonymous who have sustained desistance from crime and substance use for 5, 10, even 40 years. Together, Joseph and Paul explore: Why the concept of "stable recovery" at 5 years may be incomplete Where long-term desisters go after disengaging from the system The critical role of identity transformation in sustained desistance How Narcotics Anonymous fosters belonging, meaning, and pro-social identity Why lived experience must be centered in desistance research and practice The shift from thinking of people as having "desisted" to actively desisting Paul also shares his own powerful journey—from cycles of criminality and substance use to higher education and doctoral research—bringing a rare and essential perspective as both scholar and lived experience expert. And in a remarkable full-circle moment, Paul reflects on his connection to the original Liverpool Desistance Study—not just as a researcher, but as a participant. This is a conversation about the long arc of change, the power of community, and what it truly means to make good—and stay good.

We take a dive into the nature of trauma and how it impacts us, especially in relation to addiction. We look at how we can recover from both trauma and addiction.

This is a workshop of the Guiding Principles book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

CHOOSE YOUR HARD. On this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast Alicea and the Montyman discuss practical strategies for making hard choices. Before we lose the power in choice can we make the wise ones? Nothing changes if nothing changes, what choice will we make to change our direction from down to up? Life is hard, will you live it? Closing Song: In Spite of Me by Colton Dixon.  Key  Topics·         Heart posture and its impact on recovery·         Choosing between hard paths: addiction vs growth·         The role of discipline and accountability in recovery·         The importance of honesty and vulnerability·         Practical strategies for making hard choices#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Today's Show: DROPPING THE POTTY MOUTH. In this short Montyman's Meditorial, Monty challenges us lose the profanity and speak with clarity rather than rudeness. There may be something to this that will help us communicate with maturity. A mature discourse is always met with respect. Take a listen, I dare ya.

Rick joined Michael in the studio to discuss life with addiction, finding a solution in Narcotics & Alcoholics Anonymous and what life looks like now. From a disfunctional family living in a small country town, becoming a father at a young age and then making a decision to provide a better upbringing for his son. Rick describes the lengths he was/is willing to go to to be the best version of himself and how belonging to a 12 Step fellowship has worked for him. 

LIFE IS LIFEY. What Happens When Life Hits You in The Face? This episode of The Came to Believe Recovery Podcast explores the importance of emotional sobriety, dependency, and spiritual growth in recovery. Hosted by The Montyman and Alicea Martinez, it offers practical tools and insights for navigating life's challenges with faith and gratitude. How do we react to life when “Life Happens”, when the unexpected shows up or when people act out? Closing Song: Good by Matthew West.  Key Topics ·         Emotional sobriety as the next frontier in recovery·         Dependence on external tools versus God dependence·         The role of gratitude and love in healing·         Handling life's interruptions with faith and patience·         The importance of spiritual contact through prayer and meditation #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Today's Show: COMFORTING ONE WHO HAS RELAPSED. A Short Montyman's Recovery Meditorial.#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

Today's Show: CONTINUOUS SEEKER. Are you open to new ideas? Are you willing to change your thinking in areas where you were sure you had arrived. There is value in being willing to be a Continuous Seeker. In this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast, Tom, Alicea and the Montyman have a candid discussion on this important topic. We also answered some email regarding Steps 10, 11, and 12. Closing Song: Only Jesus by Teddy Swims. #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

ROUGH PATCHES. On this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast Tom and Monty discuss the truth about going through those times in our lives when it feels like a struggle, a challenge or a fail. We all have either gone through times like these, are currently going through them or will in the future. We also answer some emails from our listeners. Closing song: Awesome God by the VanZant Band. #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Listen without Ads: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Dopeywood 2 tix: https://www.showclix.com/event/dopeywood-2026   A Monday Dopey Total Replay where Dave sets up classic Dopey Episode 16—the one with Chris's legendary “city in my boxers” LSD trip and Mark's long, chaotic prank call to a detox intake. Along the way Dave reads Spotify comments (including kratom taper talk and new listeners coming from the Billy Strings episode), shares a voicemail story about meth, a blow-up with in-laws, and a late-season Sonoran Desert toad that leads to a 5-MeO-DMT “purge.” The replay captures early Dopey's exhausted, bickering chemistry—cookies vs donuts, quitting cigarettes, Gloucester “chowder” nonsense—and Dave closes by reflecting on the early origin of “toodles,” asking for voicemails, problems, and more phony phone calls.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A dynamic conversation with Donna Marston, who helps family members find their own recovery in the face of a loved one's addiction, drawing on years of experience and her own journey as a mother of someone with an addiction.Special Guest: Donna Marston.

This is a workshop of the Guiding Principles book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

THE FOUR AGREEMENTS. On This episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast Monty and Alicea explore the four agreements from Don Miguel Ruiz's book, connecting them to recovery principles and personal growth. It emphasizes the importance of integrity, self-awareness, and continuous improvement in living a healthy, authentic life. Closing Song: Friend Who Can by Thomas Mac.#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

STEP FIVE (A Snap-Shot) This episode explores the profound importance of Step 5 in recovery, emphasizing honesty, confession, and the transformative power of sharing one's true self. Hosted by The Montyman with cohost Roger McDiarmid this episode offers practical guidance on working through this crucial step. Closing Song: Lighten Up by Mike O'Bryan#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

Pedro Tapia is a Mexican freediving athlete and the deepest unassisted freediver in the Americas, diving almost 120m with the mono fin and 88m in No Fins.In this episode we discuss:Pedro was training for a pool competition at the time of recording.Pedro won Vertical Blue in 2023.Pedro has a history of alcohol abuse and is now in recovery.He has been sober for 6 years.He was born and raised in Mexico City, Mexico.He is now based in Playa Del Carmen.He was working as an entertainer in resorts.Donny discusses similar issues from his past.Quitting a destructive addiction is never easy. If you need help, reach out to someone and ask.We mentioned r/stopdrinking on Reddit, Alcoholics Anonymous, SMART and Narcotics Anonymous.Discovering freediving through Tinder!All about the Cenotes, fresh water sink-holes in Mexico.Shout out to Pranamaya and the Azul Freediving Challenge.Pedro is essentially self-taught in freediving and doesn't have a coach.Pedro progressed very quickly.He is now struggling with the mental game in dynamic freediving.Shout out to Samo Jeranko and his latest interview on the podcast (#157).How Pedro periodises through the year and what a typical week of training looks like.Pedro is also working as a coach and instructor as well as training at the same time.Is Pedro using partial or fully empty lung dives?Pedro has a background in gymnastics during his teenage years.How does Pedro maintain his strength training when he is training?Pedro is actively doing cardiovascular exercises.On the benefits of sauna and possibly ice bath.Pedro eats a plant-based diet with added eggs.What supplementation does Pedro take (creatine, beetroot powder, omega 3 from algae, protein).On the topic of doping/use of performance enhancing drugs in freediving.Shout out to the Deep Water podcast from the Observer newspaper/Tortoise media/Lydia Gard.Desert Island Questions - PATREON EXCLUSIVE SECTION What does Pedro do for fun when he's not freediving?For all episodes of The Freedive Cafe Podcast, information about freediving courses, coaching, workshops and retreats in Dahab, Egypt, visit www.truedepthfreediving.comTo support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/freedivecafe

Send a textIn this deeply honest and illuminating conversation, host Andrea Atherton welcomes special guest Tyler Blandin, a substance abuse counselor with over 20 years of professional and personal recovery experience. Together, they explore one of the most misunderstood truths in addiction treatment: you cannot force someone into recovery. With compassion and clinical insight, this episode unpacks the painful reality individuals face when they desperately want change. Tyler shares how true transformation begins with willingness, and how attempts to control or coerce often deepen shame and resistance rather than inspire healing.Andrea and Tyler also address the vulnerable question so many quietly ask: How do I know if I'm an addict or alcoholic? They clarify the difference between problematic use and addiction, discuss the emotional and behavioral markers that often go unnoticed, and demystify how programs like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous actually work. Together, they gently dismantle common misconceptions about 12-step recovery, revealing the spiritual, communal, and accountability-based foundations that have helped millions find lasting sobriety.This episode also courageously confronts the cultural punishment model still embedded in how society responds to addiction. Andrea and Tyler examine the stigma surrounding medication-assisted treatment, particularly the shaming that can occur in some recovery spaces for those taking Suboxone. They explore how self-help communities can both save lives and, at times, unintentionally perpetuate harm. If you have ever loved someone struggling with addiction or questioned your own relationship with substances, this conversation offers clarity, hope, and a call toward more compassionate recovery pathways.Tyler Blandinhttps://emotionalnightmarespodcast.buzzsprout.com/30-minute Consultation with Andrea https://www.andreaatherton.com/booking-calendarAndrea Atherton Websitehttps://www.andreaatherton.com/Love Anarchy Websitehttps://www.andreaatherton.com/podcasthttps://loveanarchypodcast.buzzsprout.comLove Anarchy Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/loveanarchypodcast/Andrea Atherton Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/andreaatherton-17/

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

Send a textFrom armed robberies and drug dealing to long-term recovery and mentorship, Peter Wicket's life is proof that transformation is possible. After years lost in addiction, jail time, and chaos, he found hope through Narcotics Anonymous and chose a different path. Peter speaks openly about adoption, abandonment, ego, crime, relapse, and the moment surrender finally broke through. He shares how recovery isn't just about abstinence — it's about spiritual growth, accountability, and practicing principles in every area of life. Today, he's a father, mentor, and leader in Saskatoon's recovery community.This conversation centers on recovery, awareness, and the courage to face the exact nature of our wrongs. Peter's journey reminds us that no matter how deep addiction runs, a new way of life is possible when we stop fighting and start surrendering.Support the showCheck out the speakeasy podcast Follow Daniel Unmanageable on Facebook Follow Project Sparky We've got fresh merch and it's amazing! Pick yours up HERE For business or speaking inquiries: Daniel@hardknoxtalks.com Follow Hard Knox TalksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardknoxtalkspodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardknoxtalks/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardknoxtalks?lang=en Are you getting something from our content? Tap here and buy us a coffee to say thanks and help us keep this train on the tracks! Check us out on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hardknoxtalksWant to watch our episodes uncensored? Become a channel member here!