Beste Recovery In The Middle Ages podcaster (2024)

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Reviewing "The US of AA" & Rethinking Addiction One STEP at a Time 1:16:05

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Episode 140: The US of AA, Rethinking Addiction One Step at a Time In this long-awaited episode of RMA, we give our take on Joe Miller's 2017 book, US of AA: How the Twelve Steps Hijacked the Science of Alcoholism. We discuss AA’s influence on addiction treatment and its implications for health policy, exploring the complex interplay between scienc…

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Hillbilly Elegy-Rust Belt Realities and the Opioid Odyssey 1:23:07

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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 1:06:48

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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 1:10:01

8M ago1:10:01

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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 1:17:11

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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 1:32:11

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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 1:22:49

9M ago1:22:49

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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 1:20:01

10M ago1:20:01

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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 2:08:03

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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 1:15:52

12M ago1:15:52

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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 2:14:11

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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 1:27:09

1y ago1:27:09

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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 1:23:40

1y ago1:23:40

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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 1:22:45

1y ago1:22:45

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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 1:28:50

1y ago1:28:50

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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! 1:38:52

1y ago1:38:52

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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 1:30:07

1y ago1:30:07

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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 1:47:04

1y ago1:47:04

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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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Sober October Survival Guide & A Local Fentanyl, Crack, Heroin, Stolen Car, Shootout and Cocaine Drug Bust! 1:48:56

1y ago1:48:56

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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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Recovery Grab-Bag! Faith, Complacency, Self-Centeredness and MORE -Hoarding Your Addiction Like Smaug 1:33:13

1y ago1:33:13

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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 1:39:03

1+ y ago1:39:03

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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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”Recovery Boys,” Review and Discussion- RMA Back to School Special! 1:22:28

1+ y ago1:22:28

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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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Season 4 Premier! A Kick in the Sacklers - We Review the new series, ”Painkiller” and the Opioid Epidemic Saga 1:37:28

1+ y ago1:37:28

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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 Highs and Lows of Pharmaceutical Meth: A Candid Dive into “Take Your Pills’” 1:34:04

1+ y ago1:34:04

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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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From Chaos to Clarity in Long-Term Sobriety: The Wizened One, Allan B, Joins Us! 1:46:41

1+ y ago1:46:41

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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 1:34:28

1+ y ago1:34:28

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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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Bouncing Back: Chris Herren’s Memoir ”Basketball Junkie,” & Queen Liz of Monksterhaven Joins Us! 1:47:42

1+ y ago1:47:42

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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 2:04:01

1+ y ago2:04:01

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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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Is Addiction a Conscious Choice? & What Neuroscientists and Philosophers Know About Addiction. 1:37:37

1+ y ago1:37:37

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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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I’ve Fallen, and I Can’t Get Up! From Frazzled to Balanced: A Guide to Finding Serenity in Sobriety 1:28:50

1+ y ago1:28:50

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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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Fentanyl Follies: The Not-So-Funny Side of Misguided Drug Policies 1:33:07

1+ y ago1:33:07

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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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Take your Pills: Xanax - Benzo Abuse, The Fallout, Big Pharma’s Deceptive Marketing and Undereducated Doctors 1:27:05

1+ y ago1:27:05

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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.... 4:06

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Jiva G’s Journey: Bhakti Recovery and the Power of Spiritual Transformation 1:51:04

2y ago1:51:04

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RMA-Episode 108 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 108: Jiva G's Journey: Bhakti Recovery and the Power of Spiritual Transformation. Hare Krishna! In this week’s episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, Mike and Nat are joined by Jiva G, creator of the Bhakti Recovery movement. Jiva shares her story of growing up in New York in the punk rock era, her addiction…

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To Live and Die in LA - Discussing The Los Angeles Diaries & This River by author James Brown. 1:22:38

2y ago1:22:38

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RMA-Episode 107 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 107: To Live and Die in LA-This week Mike and Nat review the recovery memoirs The Los Angeles Diaries and This River by author James Brown. Plagued by the suicides of both his siblings, and heir to alcohol and drug abuse, divorce, and economic ruin, James Brown lived a life clouded by addiction, broken promis…

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RMA Snow-Day-Spectacular & The Mysterious Disappearance of Sober Grid Founder, Beau Mann 1:21:56

2y ago1:21:56

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RMA-Episode 106 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 106: The Mysterious Disappearance of Beau Mann. Beau Mann, the 38 year-old founder of Sober Grid, disappeared from a Los Angeles neighborhood on November 30, 2021 and hasn’t been seen since. Mike and Nat go over the case and discuss what is known about Mann’s movements in the hours prior to his disappearance.…

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Scott Mannheimer, Hope Dealer For Kensington, Talks About Helping Heroin, Fentanyl, Crack & Booze Addicts On The Streets of PA 1:25:19

2y ago1:25:19

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RMA-Episode 105 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 105: Skid Row Recovery. If you find yourself using drugs in a place like the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, a guy like Scott Mannheimer is someone you want in your corner. Kensington is a notorious skid row, where it is common to find addicts shooting up in broad daylight, hunched over in a stupor o…

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It’s Time for Dopey! Dave Joins Mike & Nat talking recovery, the Grateful Dead, podcasting and life after addiction 2:06:30

2y ago2:06:30

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RMA-Episode 104 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 104: It’s Time for Dopey! This week Dave M., host of the popular Dopey podcast, sits down with Mike and Nat at Peachtree Studios to talk about drugs, addiction and dumb shit. They also talk about recovery, podcasting, the Grateful Dead, podcasting and life after addiction. Don’t miss it! Please remember to SU…

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Crack is Whack! Portrait of an Addict as a Young Man by Bill Clegg & Celebrating Nat X’s 5 Year Anniversary! 1:25:12

2y ago1:25:12

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RMA-Episode 103 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 103: Crack is Wack! This week Mike and Nat travel the rocky road and discuss Bill Clegg’s memoirs, Portrait of an Addict as a Young Man, and Ninety Days. Literary agent Bill Clegg was talented, successful and secretly addicted to crack. His 2010 memoir Portrait of the Artist, describes the highs and (mostly) …

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Tough Love in the Boogie Down Bronx! Reviewing Sober Living Doc. “Sister Helen.” 1:08:17

2y ago1:08:17

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RMA-Episode 102 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 102: Tough Love in the Boogie Down Bronx. This week on RMA, Mike and Nat review the 2000 documentary “Sister Helen.” Sister Helen Travis was a recovering alcoholic and Benedictine sister who spent the last years of her life running a 23-bed halfway house in the rough-and-tumble slum of the South Bronx. She em…

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Drunk Lawyers and Sober Monksters - Discussing ”The Addicted Lawyer” by Brian Cuban 1:30:26

2y ago1:30:26

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RMA-Episode 101 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 101: Drunk lawyers and sober Monksters. This week we take the pulse of the community, talk about how dry January is going, and also review the memoir The Addicted Lawyer by Brian Cuban. In The Addicted Lawyer, Cuban candidly shares his journey through addiction and recovery, and offers insight and guidance fo…

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Dry January Starter Guide - Holiday Party Survival Report - Alcohol Use Disorder as a Spectrum - ChatGPT Sponsor? 1:19:21

2y ago1:19:21

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RMA-Episode 100 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 100: Dry January. Mike and Nat talk about the spectrum of Alcohol Use Disorder, taking a break, tips and tricks to make it 30 days without the booze, and why you might want to extend your month hiatus into the indefinite future. Also, a voice-mail from Ryan and the holiday roundup, on a very special edition o…

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5 Gifts For Sober Friends & Surviving The Holiday Booze Fest - Holiday Messages From the Monksterverse! 1:26:44

2y ago1:26:44

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RMA-Episode 99 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 99: The Third Annual RMA Holiday Extravaganza! We play listener voice-mails, tell holiday stories, and share our list of the top five things you can buy for your loved-one in recovery this season. Also, more tips and tricks for staying sober, and we welcome our new executive producer, ChatGPT! Please remember …

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Crack & Powder Cocaine Drug Laws - Recovering After Prison - Schedule 1 Cannabis MADNESS 1:14:34

2y ago1:14:34

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RMA-Episode 98 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 98: Recovery in the News. This week on RMA, Mike and Nat drill down into some drug policy issues that have been generating some controversy lately. Should cannabis be a Schedule 1 drug? How can we make sure that medically assisted treatment is available to all who would benefit from it? What can we do to help …

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”STUTZ” by Jonah Hill - Breaking Down The New Doc & How it Applies to Addiction Recovery 1:21:57

2y ago1:21:57

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RMA-Episode 97 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 97: Stutz. This week it’s a movie review! Phil Stutz is one of the world's leading psychiatrists. He's helped countless patients over 40 years, including world-class creatives and business leaders, and among them many therapy-skeptics. Directed by his friend and patient Jonah Hill, this film explores Stutz's l…

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We Talk Turkey & Review Matthew Perry’s Addiction Memoir, ”Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing” 1:04:15

2y ago1:04:15

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RMA-Episode 96 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 96: Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing-This week, Mike and Nat review the new Matthew Perry autobiography and try to pull some whiz-bangs out of Chandler’s recovery musings. We also share Thanksgiving stories, and Recovery in the News makes a triumphant return. Please remember to SUBSCRIBE to the podca…

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Happy Thanksgiving! RMA Guide to Staying Sober at Thanksgiving, AND MORE! 46:42

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RMA-Episode 95 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 95: BONUS Episode! Mike and Nat share tips and tricks for how to maintain your sobriety during the holiday season, and talk about what works for them. Are the usual suggestions the best ones? Listen and find out. Please remember to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on your favorite platform to get the latest episode de…

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Drunk, Stoned, High, Wasted Old Hippies & The State of the Monksterverse Address 1:06:53

2y ago1:06:53

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RMA-Episode 94 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 93: The State of the Pod! Happy Thanksgiving! Mike and Nat broadcast this week’s show from the parking lot of the Yes show in Westbury Long Island. We talk about the future of RMA, how to deal with your kids getting to the age where they’re encountering drugs, navigating the holidays with sanity intact and att…

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Discussing Russell Brand’s Book ”Recovery,’’ and How He Reframes the 12 Steps 1:54:34

2y ago1:54:34

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RMA-Episode 93 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 93: Book Review-Russell Brand’s Recovery. Love him or hate him, it’s hard to ignore him. Russell Brand is an English comedian and actor best known for his flamboyant, loquacious style and manner. He is also, at this writing, 18 years sober from drugs and alcohol. Russell’s outsized personality is on full displ…

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Grant Returns! We Catch Up On His Adventures In Addiction Recovery and New Role at Shatterproof 1:45:17

2y ago1:45:17

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RMA-Episode 92 Show Notes: RMA-Episode 92: Grant B’s Triumphant Return to RMA. This week Grant Boyken, OG monkster and editor-at large of the RMA newsroom, returns after a year’s absence to fill us in on how it feels to have two years sobriety, what it’s like to be working with Shatterproof, and how turning 53 helped him focus in on what is really …

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