The Addicted Mind Podcast
"The Addicted Mind Podcast" offers hope, understanding, and guidance for those dealing with addiction, with real stories and research to inspire and show the journey to recovery is worth it.
We're here to do more than just talk about addiction.
We want to show you how to heal and recover.
Our talks with experts and people who have beaten addiction give you important insights into how addiction affects the mind and how recovery can happen in many ways. Whether we're looking at new treatment ideas or sharing stories that inspire, "The Addicted Mind Podcast" is all about understanding the complex world of addiction recovery and showing that recovery is possible.
If you or someone you care about is dealing with the challenges of addiction, let "The Addicted Mind Podcast" be your friend and guide. We aim to give you the knowledge you need, share stories that inspire you, and show you that the journey to recovery is worth it.
Subscribe now to be part of a community focused on learning, healing, and changing for the better. Your journey to a healthier mind and life begins right here.
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265: The Metamorphosis of Marci Hopkins from Ad...
36 min
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264: Initiating Change in the Corporate World f...
52 min
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263: REBROADCAST Understanding Behavioral Addic...
44 min
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262: The Hero's Journey Through Recovery with D...
In a world grappling with addiction, every pathway to recovery is sacred. As we navigate the tumultuous terrain of our own recovery, we find solace and strength in shared stories.
35 min
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261: Unearthing America's Opioid Crisis with Dr...
What if the solution to America's opioid crisis is right under our noses, but fear and misinformation are keeping it out of reach?
35 min
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260: Unraveling the Complexities of Sex and Por...
Dr. Paula Hall, a highly esteemed sexual and relationship psychotherapist, brings her vast experience to the table, opening up about the often stigmatized and misunderstood world of sex and porn addiction
34 min
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259: Tackling Stigma and Reform in Substance Us...
Susan, a mother turned advocate, opens up about her son Luke's poignant battle with addiction, underscoring the heartrending struggle to access effective, science-based treatment. Dr. Gupta brings his clinical expertise, highlighting the regulatory and educational hurdles that hinder the efforts of those battling addiction.
48 min
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258: Finding Strength in Sensitivity: Halima An...
s a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), Halima faced the challenges of alcohol addiction and survived an abusive relationship. Yet, through these trials, she discovered her true self and the strength within.
33 min
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257: Healing from Sexual Trauma and Reclaiming ...
Looking through the lens of Dr. Richmond's book, 'Reclaiming Pleasure', we explore somatic and psychological factors integral to survivors' erotic recovery, and the compulsive sexual behaviors employed by survivors to mitigate their trauma.
38 min
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256: The Art of Resilience: A Woodworker's Jour...
An Indigenous business owner, woodworker, and a living testament to the power of recovery, Randall takes us on a journey from his near-fatal car accident and addiction battles to his awe-inspiring recovery.
38 min
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255: The Rebirth of an Ironman: Todd Crandell's...
What does it take to overcome life's grueling trials? On today’s episode, Duane sits down with Todd Crandell, an elite athlete and founder of Racing for Recovery, who transformed his life's trajectory by battling and conquering addiction
38 min
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254: REPLAY: Neurosurgery and Poetry with Paul ...
Seeing the need for awareness of mental health, Dr. Paul Kaloostian took a poetic approach to his books to make it easier for the world to understand what it’s like for patients who are going through neurological conditions, some of which are caused or aggravated by addiction
40 min
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253: Shattering Stigma and Rebuilding Life with...
Listen in as Liz Cirrito shares invaluable lessons learned from her recovery journey, her commitment to aiding others, and the affirmation that we are all worthy of healing and support.
50 min
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252: REPLAY: Treating Addiction Through Healing...
On today’s episode, Duane speaks with Susan Anderson, founder of Abandonment Recovery, a program that helps people with numerous issues such as heartbreak loss, self-sabotage, addiction, and compulsion.
43 min
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251: The Neuroscience of Addiction: A Game-Chan...
Duane speaks with Dr. Paul Kenny, a distinguished figure in neuroscience and addiction research. He unravels his research on signaling cascades in rodents' brains, providing fascinating insights into addiction-like behaviors.
43 min
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250: Revolutionizing Addiction Recovery with TR...
Allow Dr. Jared Dempsey and Hunter Williams, the brilliant minds behind TRAC9, to guide you through their innovative platform.TRAC9 isn't just a platform; it's a game-changer in the field of addiction treatment. By analyzing subtle changes and symptoms in patients, TRAC9 enables health professionals to tailor treatments, increasing the probability of successful recovery
53 min
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249: Exploring Justice, Recovery, and Public Po...
Join Duane in this riveting conversation with Meghan M. O’Neil PhD, Research Scholar, Drug Enforcement Policy Center, The Ohio State University, who dedicates her work to confronting racial and economic inequality's impacts on health.
54 min
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248: From Pain to Pen: Gigi Langer's Empowerin...
Get ready to be moved by the story of our remarkable guest Gigi Langer, as she takes us through her raw and insightful journey to sobriety. Gigi's story begins in the Midwest, where her self-worth was initially tied to academic achievements and later, relationships. She opens up about her struggles with alcohol and drugs, the series of consequent failures, how she ended up becoming a functioning alcoholic, and her life-changing decision to quit drinking on January 11th, 1986.
47 min
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247: Rising Above Alcohol: Courtney Collier's ...
Walking through the uncharted territories of life, we all carry our burdens and battle our demons. One such journey is that of our guest, Courtney Collier, whose teenage curiosity led him down the path of alcohol addiction. In this candid conversation, Courtney bares his soul, recounting how alcohol became more than just a social activity but rather an integral part of his life narrative. His decision to confront his addiction and transform his life is a testament to his indomitable spirit.
38 min
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246: Surviving a Deadly Train Derailment: The S...
Surviving disaster is a testament to human resilience, the will to live, and the courage to heal. Today, we welcome a truly extraordinary guest, Geralyn Ritter, whose story is an inspiring manifestation of this spirit. As an executive vice president, board director, and author of the memoir 'Bone by Bone,' she recounts her journey of survival, recovery, and acceptance after a deadly train derailment in 2015. Listen in, as Geralyn shares the profound physical and psychological impact of the accident on her life, the challenges of managing potent pain medications, and her path towards acceptance of her life-altering experience.
40 min
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245: Decoding the Mysteries of the Brain: A Con...
Ever felt like you're stuck in a downward spiral of negative thoughts and emotions? Well, you're not alone. Join us as we converse with the spectacular Alex Korb, eminent neuroscientist and author of 'The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time.' Our exchange pivots around his life-changing journey from probing the depths of neuroscience to uncovering the profound understanding of depression.
55 min
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244: The Transformational Power of Conscious Br...
Can we navigate the turbulent waters of personal loss and addiction using the compass of 'Conscious Bravery'? Meet Pamela Brinker, a psychotherapist of 32 years, who has had a firsthand experience with these channeling circumstances. Pamela generously shares her deeply moving journey marked by the tragic loss of her second husband and her son’s struggle with substance misuse. A voyage that has taught her the significance of slowing down, showing tenderness, and steering through the maelstrom with bravery.
33 min
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243: The Marvel of ART Therapy and its Healing ...
Are you shackled by the chains of a traumatic past? Meet Brooke Bralove, our licensed clinical social worker who shines a light on the path towards healing, with the therapeutic technique known as Advanced Accelerated Resolution Therapy, or ART, a therapy to help with trauma stored in the brain and body.
39 min
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242: Breaking Free from Eating Disorders: A Dia...
Are you ready to unravel the complexities of eating disorders? Explore the challenging journey of overcoming eating disorders as Duane sits down with Scarlett O'Connor, a London-based therapist specializing in eating disorder recovery.
45 min
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241: Triumph Over Trauma: A Warrior's Journey o...
Every day, we put on our armor and head out into the world, often unaware of the battle some are waging within. In today's conversation, Duane sits down with Nadia Davis, a warrior whose story of redemption and recovery is nothing short of awe-inspiring. She takes us through her life story – from her struggles with addiction to her triumph over the odds, all peppered with lessons of love, courage, and the power of human resilience.
38 min