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RMA-Episode 74 Show Notes: Mishka Shubaly wears many hats; writer, musician, ultrarunner, podcaster. His Kindle Singles for Amazon have all been bestsellers. He writes true stories about drink, drugs, disasters, desire, deception and their aftermath. His work has been praised for its grit, humor, fearlessness and heart. His first hardcover memoir, "I Swear I'll Make It Up to You" is a compelling and important book that describes in detail Mishka's journey from alcoholic drug abuser to sober ultrarunner. In April 2020 Mishka published the NY Times Best-Selling audible book Cold Turkey, a step by step roadmap for approaching the first month of sobriety. With the benefit and experience of twelve years of sobriety, Mishka addresses the slippery nature of alcoholism, and the messy, anxiety-ridden process of making the decision to stop drinking once and for all. Much like your intrepid RMA hosts, Shubaly believes that there is no one-size-fits-all plan for recovery. He refutes the notion that the one and only solution for those struggling are 12-step programs and provides a guide for those who want a different approach to getting sober. On this week's episode, Mike and Nat engage in a free-ranging conversation with Mishka on topics ranging from harm reduction and the use of cannabis in recovery, to the nature of addiction, running, and the most effective ways to quit drinking and ensure a lasting recovery. It's a great conversation with a fascinating guest who holds a controversial opinion or two. Hope you enjoy it! LINKS: You can find Mishka at: http://www.mishkashubaly.com/ You can listen to Mishka's new podcast at: https://mishkashubaly.podbean.com/ You can find Mishka's audiobooks at: https://www.audible.com/author/Mishka-Shubaly/B004WTG90A You can find Mishka's Music at: https://mishkashubaly.bandcamp.com/ JOIN THE RECOVERY IN THE MIDDLE AGES PATREON AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!! LISTEN TO RMA ON YOUTUBE PLEASE leave us a 5 star review on I-Tunes if you're enjoying the show and SUBSCRIBE to get the latest episodes. You can reach us by email at: MikeR@middleagesrecovery.com Natx@middleagesrecovery.com Send comments, complaints, death threats, ideas and requests to be interviewed. We'll talk to anyone! Check out the website: Www.middleagesrecovery.com While you're there, buy a T-Shirt and support your favorite recovery podcast. Visit MiddleAgesRecovery.com and tell us your story of your struggles with alcohol and drugs. Fill out the “tell us your story” Form on the website, write your recovery or using story and we will read it on the air! (Anonymity guaranteed). FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Join the Facebook Page! Exciting things are happening there! We also have a Facebook Group! Request to join the group. It's a private space for continuing the discussion of what Nat and Mike talk about on the podcast. Hope to see you there. If you're in trouble with substance abuse and need help, reach out. There are thousands of people who have put problems with addiction in their rear-view mirrors and you can be one of them. While we neither endorse nor condemn any particular program, the sheer number of available AA and NA meetings suggest that reaching out to those organizations would be a good first step on the road to recovery. https://www.aa.org/ https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/ Marijuana Anonymous (just in case): This Naked Mind Addiction Recovery Podcast
Sue sits down with Mishka after reading two of his seven books to talk about life, ultra running, big ideas and have a down to earth conversation. A bit about Mishka, his memoir, and his long history with addiction and getting sober cold turkey. Mishka Shubaly received the Dean's Fellowship at Columbia University for graduate study in Fiction. His six Kindle Singles for Amazon have all been bestsellers. His first full-length memoir, "I Swear I'll Make It Up to You: a life on the low road" was published in 2016 by PublicAffairs. He teaches writing at the Yale Writers Conference. Mishka is the voice in his 6 audio books, kindle singles and we highly recommend you check them out! Real, raw, skillful writing pulls you into the heart of many human emotions and the layered human experience. Find his amazing writing here: http://www.mishkashubaly.com/writing.html Maybe catch him on stage for some comedy for music! http://www.mishkashubaly.com/comedy.html http://www.mishkashubaly.com/tour.html After receiving an expensive MFA in Fiction from Columbia University, Mishka Shubaly promptly realized he was more interested in playing music in dive bars than writing. He lived out of a Toyota minivan for a year, touring non-stop, and shared the stage with artists like The Strokes, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and The Decemberists among others. He's become a cult favorite, opening nationally for comedy iconoclast Doug Stanhope, penning the soundtrack for The Unbookables documentary, and headlining the Altercation Punk Comedy Tour. Adrian Grenier played drums for a new single and Shubaly's most recent record “Coward's Path” has won praise from Johnny Depp and Joe Perry. Even in the heart of envisioning gut wrenching scenes from his books, I caught myself laughing out loud alone as I read along. Perfectly capturing the heart of suffering with tell it like it is kinda voice. Enjoy this Ep. Sue loved sitting down with Mishka for an hour to just dive right in. Find Dan and Sue here: https://www.suehunt.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rhizomagazine/support
Order merch from Mishka, and see where he will be performing next at : www.mishkashubaly.com After receiving an expensive MFA in Fiction from Columbia University, Mishka Shubaly promptly realized he was more interested in playing music in dive bars than writing. He lived out of a Toyota minivan for a year, touring non-stop, and shared the stage with artists like The Strokes, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and The Decemberists among others. He’s become a cult favorite, opening nationally for comedy iconoclast Doug Stanhope, penning the soundtrack for The Unbookables documentary, and headlining the Altercation Punk Comedy Tour. Adrian Grenier played drums for a new single and Shubaly’s most recent record “Coward’s Path” has won praise from Johnny Depp and Joe Perry.
Welcome to our second episode in our recovery month! Today we have another incredible guest, Mishka Shubaly. Mishka is a bestselling author, cult songwriter, and storyteller. After receiving an expensive MFA in Fiction from Columbia University, Mishka promptly realized he was more interested in playing music in dive bars than writing. He lived out of a Toyota minivan for a year, touring non-stop, and shared the stage with artists like The Strokes, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and many others! He’s become a cult favorite, opening nationally for comedy iconoclast, Doug Stanhope; penning the soundtrack for The Unbookables documentary, and headling the Altercation Punk Comedy Tour. His most recent record, “Coward’s Path,” has even won praise from Johnny Depp and Joe Perry. But perhaps the most interesting aspect of Mishka is the incredible recovery journey that led him to where he is today. He’s lived through some traumatic life experiences and is a great example of how, as a kid, when your painful life experiences are simply brushed under the rug from those around you, it can lead to dangerous coping mechanisms and addiction. This month is all about spreading the awareness of how everyone has their own path to recovery, and Mishka’s story illustrates this so well. He has been through a lot, so we’re sure when you hear his story — and learn about all that he struggled with and how he got to the other side — you’ll have even more hope in your own recovery journey. We truly hope when you hear this episode you’ll also discover your own way to move forward and recover — just as Mishka has. Topics Discussed: [:37] Kicking off the podcast with our review of the week! [1:22] Sophie reads an inspirational quote for us. [3:02] Some of our future IGNTD events and offerings this month! [5:53] About this episode’s interview with our incredible guest, Mishka Shubaly. [7:58] Our approach to recovery and how we help those struggling with our online offerings. [10:22] The main message of this recovery month. [12:45] More about today’s guest, Mishka Shubaly. [13:10] Screenshot this episode, tag us and Mishka, and let us know what most resonated with you in this episode! [14:46] Welcoming Mishka Shubaly to the podcast! [15:31] If Mishka could meet any historical figure, living or deceased, who would it be and why? [16:30] How a sustained dialogue affects how people think. [18:32] Mishka speaks about all that he does to avoid working a classic ‘9–5.’ [20:54] Mishka tells us about his background that led him to who he is today. [25:35] Mishka recounts his experience surviving a school shooting and how it affected him. [32:22] How divorce and changes have affected us and our children. [35:00] Mishka recounts a beautiful experience about teaching his younger cousin, Kai, about death and loss. [40:06] How Mishka coped with the pain from divorce and the school shooting. [43:27] Why it is worse to not acknowledge something than to have the tough conversation. [46:53] Why Mishka didn’t go the traditional route of AA for his recovery. [51:17] The moment Mishka quit drinking and why he never relapsed. [55:30] What really helped manage Mishka’s stress and kept him sober. [59:46] Why Mishka’s recovery story is both incredibly unique and not — and the important message that brings along. [1:07:07] What is the best advice Mishka has ever received? [1:07:49] What has been Mishka’s proudest moment? [1:09:05] What has been Mishka’s most difficult moment? [1:10:23] What are some of Mishka’s self-care rituals? [1:13:00] What gets Mishka ignited in life? [1:15:53] Major thanks to Mishka for joining us in this episode! 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Zack sits down with Best Selling Author Mishka Shubaly and special drop in guest Lou Moon. We talk comedy, writing for Amazon kindles and near death experience. Also, Lou reads his email to Marc Maron that he wrote when he was fresh into stand up comedy. This episode is a rollercoaster. About Mishka Shubaly After receiving an expensive MFA in Fiction from Columbia University, Mishka Shubaly promptly realized he was more interested in playing music in dive bars than writing. He lived out of a Toyota minivan for a year, touring non-stop, and shared the stage with artists like The Strokes, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and The Decemberists among others. He’s become a cult favorite, opening nationally for comedy iconoclast Doug Stanhope, penning the soundtrack for The Unbookables documentary, and headlining the Altercation Punk Comedy Tour. Adrian Grenier played drums for a new single and Shubaly’s most recent record “Coward’s Path” has won praise from Johnny Depp and Joe Perry.
This week, Bryan and Henno discuss Thanksgiving, stores closed on Thanksgiving, Stan Lee's death, Mishka Shubaly's book, ads in podcasts, steampunk exhibit, Henno's new iPad, finances, Married with Children on Hulu, Rick and Morty vs. Dungeons & Dragons, drunk raccoons, big necked guy, Black Friday, wrestling dioramas, dumb laws, Dude Mountain, our QoftheW and recap, and more! Henno on Twitter: @idahenno Our Patreon: Patreon.com/saltylanguage Links: 1. Drunk Raccoons https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/drunk-raccoons-west-virginia_us_5bebdafce4b0783e0a1db81e 2. Man with huge neck https://nypost.com/2018/11/16/the-jokes-dont-stop-for-this-suspects-mugshot/?utm_source=zergnet.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=zergnet_3507862 3. Wrestling Dioramas https://www.instagram.com/bud_lighthere/?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=cc1jagn79ozn 4. Mishka Shubaly's website http://www.mishkashubaly.com/ SUATMM Rick and Morty vs. Dungeons & Dragons https://www.amazon.com/Rick-Morty-vs-Dungeons-Dragons-ebook/dp/B07D8KR1LT QoftheW: What’s a popular tv show that you can’t stand? Subscribe / rate / review us on Apple Podcasts! Visit us at: saltylanguage.com Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/salty-language/id454587072?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3GnINOQglJq1jedh36ZjGC iHeart Radio: http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Salty-Language/ Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/35HR6A salty-language.tumblr.com / facebook.com/saltylanguage @salty_language / saltylanguage@gmail.com http://salty.libsyn.com/webpage / http://www.youtube.com/user/SaltyLanguagePod Instagram: SaltyLanguage Reddit: r/saltylanguage Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/salty-language Blubrry: https://www.blubrry.com/salty_language/ TuneIn: http://tun.in/pi72k Voicemail: (415) 857-2589 tangentboundnetwork.com dangerentertainment.net Share with your friends!
This week, Bryan and Sleepy Boy Tony discuss Tony's life, Tony's son's surgery, testosterone, Mishka Shubaly's book, Vin Diesel as Bloodshot, Gotham reveals pic of Bane, a brick made from urine, Red Dead Redemption 2, Die Hard Funko Pop! figures, Tony's hunt for therapy, old guy story, concert and pizza, Stammers, Dude Mountain, our QoftheW and recap, and more! Our Patreon: Patreon.com/saltylanguage Links: 1. Brick made from urine https://www.news.uct.ac.za/article/-2018-10-24-world-first-bio-bricks-from-urine 2. Die Hard Pops! https://www.funko.com/blog/article/coming-soon-die-hard-pop/ 3. Bane on Gotham https://comicbook.com/dc/2018/10/22/gotham-bane-official-first-look-shane-west/ 4. Bloodshot movie https://comicbook.com/movies/2018/10/18/vin-diesel-bloodshot-sony-lead-charge-superhero-movies-future/ 5. Mishka Shubaly's book: http://www.mishkashubaly.com/store.html QoftheW: If you were God, what would you do to fuck with humans in subtle ways? Subscribe / rate / review us on Apple Podcasts! Visit us at: saltylanguage.com Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/salty-language/id454587072?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3GnINOQglJq1jedh36ZjGC iHeart Radio: http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Salty-Language/ Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/35HR6A salty-language.tumblr.com / facebook.com/saltylanguage @salty_language / saltylanguage@gmail.com http://salty.libsyn.com/webpage / http://www.youtube.com/user/SaltyLanguagePod Instagram: SaltyLanguage Reddit: r/saltylanguage Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/salty-language Blubrry: https://www.blubrry.com/salty_language/ TuneIn: http://tun.in/pi72k Voicemail: (415) 857-2589 tangentboundnetwork.com dangerentertainment.net Share with your friends!
Mishka Shubaly joins us on The SHAIR Podcast today! After receiving an expensive MFA in Fiction from Columbia University, Mishka Shubaly promptly realized he was more interested in playing music in dive bars than writing. He lived out of a Toyota minivan for a year, touring nonstop, and has shared the stage with artists like The Strokes, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Decemberists among others. Bad Dreams, a narrative published in NYPress about his romance with an opiate marked his return to writing. His Kindle Singles for Amazon have all been bestsellers. He writes true stories about drink, drugs, disasters, desire, deception and their aftermath. His work has been praised for its grit, humor, fearlessness and heart. The Long Run, his mini-memoir detailing his transformation from alcoholic drug abuser to sober ultrarunner is one of the best-selling Kindle Singles to date. Mishka Shubaly lives in Brooklyn where he writes music and plays bass for Freshkills. He is at work on a new solo record of his original songs and a full-length memoir. He does not own a dog but he thinks about them often. The premise for I Swear I'll Make It Up to You is as follows A misfit kid at the best of times, Mishka Shubaly had his world shattered when, in a twenty-four-hour span in 1992, he survived a mass shooting on his school's campus, then learned that his parents were getting divorced. His father, a prominent rocket scientist, abandoned the family and their home was lost to foreclosure. Shubaly swore to avenge the wrongs against his mother, but instead plunged into a magnificently toxic love affair with alcohol. This episode was brought to you by AddictionUnscripted.com
"Everyone knew what they were going to be; I had no idea. Then as soon as I drank I was like THIS is what I'm going to be."—Mishka on career choices. A misfit kid at the best of times, Mishka had his world shattered when, in a twenty-four-hour span in 1992, he survived a mass shooting on his school’s campus, then learned that his parents were getting divorced. His father, a prominent rocket scientist, abandoned the family and their home was lost to foreclosure. Shubaly swore to avenge the wrongs against his mother, but instead plunged into a magnificently toxic love affair with alcohol. http://www.mishkashubaly.com/
We had the fellas from Doug Stanhope's Celebrity Deathpool Proudly Present JT Habersaat (@jtstandup, Comedy Central's Upright Citizens Bridgade, Vans Warped Tour) and the Altercation Punk Comedy Tour with Mishka Shubaly (@MishkaShubaly, Amazon.com Kindle Singles Bestseller, NYPress) and Ron Babcock (@ronbabcock, Adam Devine's House Party, Just For Laughs) on the Golden Girls podcast!!! Woohoo! This is the birthday episode. It was the one where all the girls tell their super weird stories that remind them of cake. We talked about strokey chuckles, boots stuck in mud and Chuck E. Cheese interventions. Music by Mike Dennison (@mikd33) and Brian Kokernak (@kokernutz).
Author and musician Mishka Shubaly isn't only the author of seven bestselling Kindle Singles. (If you don't know what these are, Google Kindle Singles, where you'll also learn that almost all the publications who have written about them, from The New York Times to The Atlantic, focus on Shubaly. This is because he's been the most successful Kindle Single author of all time). His writing is fierce, honest and funny—not an easy trifecta to pull of—and much of it focuses on alcoholism and sobriety. While Shubaly's path to recovery is controversial, he's never shy about saying it works for him but doesn't suggest others follow in his wake. In this episode, he and AfterParty's Anna David talk about how the world is trying to make him into a hippie, why taking mushrooms doesn't interfere with his sobriety and how his non 12-step-ness never stops him from recommending it to others, among many other topics.