Addiction Talk
FaktaHelse“Addiction Talk” is a live online talk show dedicated to sharing the personal stories of celebrities, influencers and everyday people impacted by addiction. Through sharing our personal journeys, we break the stigma and shame of addiction, and provide hope and inspiration for the millions of Americans battling this disease every day – because we recover together.
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- From Breaking News to Breaking Free: Beth McDonough’s Recovery Journey from Alcohol (01:10:41)
Veteran crime reporter Beth McDonough built a career on relentless pursuit—until life hit hard. After her mother’s sudden passing, a breakup, and her father’s emergency heart surgery, alcohol became her coping mechanism. Two DUIs and a lost dream job later, Beth faced a choice: go home or go to treatment. She chose recovery. Now 16 years sober and the author of Standby, Beth shares a raw, unflinching conversation about losing everything—and rebuilding with honesty, humility, and hope. If you...
- The Stories Behind the Stats-Addiction Talk Featuring Peter Canning (00:45:16)
Paramedic and author Peter Canning has witnessed the opioid epidemic from the frontlines, responding to over a thousand overdoses. In this episode of Addiction Talk, Canning—author of Killing Season: A Paramedic's Dispatches from the Front Lines of the Opioid Epidemic—returns with insights from his new book written for families and loved ones impacted by addiction. He shares his powerful perspective on the overdose crisis, why addiction is not a character flaw, and what every parent, friend, ...
- Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story- Joseph Camera’s Powerful Journey from Chaos to Clarity (00:52:55)
Joseph Camera, Military and Veteran Liaison at American Addiction Centers, shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction, trauma, and incarceration to find healing through faith and service. Once facing 27 years in prison, Joseph opens up about the turning point in a jail cell that led him to recovery, redemption, and a new purpose—helping fellow veterans find the treatment they deserve. His raw, emotional testimony shows that no one is too far gone for hope, healing, and peace. You can ...
- Scripted for Change: Former Hollywood Director's Reflections on Addiction, Family, and Recovery (01:01:43)
On this episode of Addiction Talk, we’re joined by author and former TV director, Art Dielhenn. In the 1980s and 90s, Art Dielhenn was at the top of his game, directing iconic sitcoms like Diff’rent Strokes, Punky Brewster, Head of the Class, and Sister, Sister. But behind the scenes, Art was fighting a private battle: his growing compulsion to drink. After white-knuckling sobriety for 15 years, Art entered a recovery program after hitting what he calls his rock bottom. Today, he’s sob...
- Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story with Desert Hope alumni Marissa (00:47:09)
This episode of My Recovery Story features former patient Marissa. She shares about her journey to recovery and how her life has changed since seeking treatment at Desert Hope Treatment Center in Las Vegas, NV. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. Looking for more addiction-related content? Follow us on YouTube, Instagram and...
- Addiction Talk: Expert Insights: The Truth About Cannabis: Mental Health Risks, Addiction, and Misconceptions (00:27:59)
As marijuana legalization expands, many assume cannabis is safe—but is it really? In this episode of Addiction Talk: Expert Insights, Dr. Gary Mitrevolis, Medical Director at Laguna Treatment Center, discusses the growing concerns around cannabis use. Learn about the mental health impacts, risk of addiction, rising THC levels, and the dangers of adolescent use. Dr. Mitrevolis also addresses the myth of "safe" edibles, potential laced products, withdrawal symptoms, and what treatment looks lik...
- From Silence to Strength: Empowering Women to Seek Help with Clinical Director Ari Chelli (00:22:36)
Far too many women are battling addiction behind closed doors, carrying the weight of silence, shame, and the fear of what asking for help might cost them. For mothers especially, the thought of leaving their children for treatment can feel impossible. On this episode of Addiction Talk: Expert Insights, Ari Chelli, Clinical Director at Desert Hope Treatment Center, gets personal about her journey from addiction to advocacy. She discusses the barriers that keep women stuck and what can be done...
- Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story with Liz Varnado (00:29:28)
On this episode of Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story, we sit down with Liz Varnado—a resilient, insightful woman whose powerful journey through addiction, cultural identity, and healing is as inspiring as it is raw. As a Black, French, and Native American mother and professional, Liz opens up about the significance of cultural identity in treatment, the weight of generational trauma, and how she found strength through spiritual reconnection through Laguna Treatment Center’s Tribal Trac...
- Veteran Addiction Recovery Story: Frank Pace on PTSD, Treatment, and Life After Addiction (00:51:15)
In this episode of Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story, Veteran and Oxford Treatment Center graduate Frank Pace shares his powerful addiction recovery journey. Now working in the VA’s PTSD unit, Frank discusses overcoming substance use, navigating treatment, and the importance of mental health support for Veterans. A must-watch for anyone impacted by addiction or PTSD. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health s...
- Can Ozempic Help Treat Addiction? Dr. Gary Malone Explains GLP-1s for Substance Use (00:25:13)
Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications are widely known for managing diabetes and aiding weight loss—but could they also help treat addiction? Dr. Gary Malone, Medical Director at Greenhouse Treatment Center and a top addiction psychiatrist, joins us to discuss the potential of GLP-1s for substance use disorders. Don’t miss this expert insight into a groundbreaking development in addiction treatment! Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers, a leading provider o...
- Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story with Army Veteran Monte Twilley (00:40:58)
On this episode of Addiction Talk, My Recovery Story, we talk to Monte Twilley, a motivational speaker, Veteran in recovery, and alumni of our Texas facility, Greenhouse Treatment Center. During his military service, Monte drank and experienced some blackouts, but it was after his service when he experimented with freebasing cocaine that his life began to spiral out of control. Here's his story. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers, a...
- Insights From an Interventionist: From Addiction to Advocate (00:50:48)
Rod Espudo is a U.S. Veteran who transformed his life after battling addiction and PTSD. After struggling for years, Rod turned his life around and experienced an inspiring evolution into a well-known interventionist. Today, Rod has nearly 36 years of experience and over 1,500 interventions to his credit. In this episode, Rod will give us a behind-the-scenes look into his real-life intervention experiences and his time on the TV show “Intervention.” Rod’s story is one of resilience, showing t...
- Famous and Alone:Former Disney Star Isaak Presley Reveals the Dark Side of Childhood Fame (00:53:12)
Isaak Presley is the star of Disney’s “Stuck in the Middle,” the Netflix spinoff “Fuller House,” Amazon Prime’s “One Nation Under God,” for which he won several Best Actor Awards, and “Hubie Halloween” with Adam Sandler. Isaak Presley is already an industry veteran at the age of 22. He has been in the entertainment industry since the age of 5, at which time he landed his first television role in Nickelodeon’s Yo Gabba Gabba. Forced into adulthood at an early age to help provide fo...
- Bravo to Bravery: Shattering Addiction Stigmas with Reality Star Leah McSweeney (00:44:28)
Leah McSweeney is a former star of “Real Housewives of New York City,” a fashion-industry pioneer who established the streetwear line Married to the Mob, a podcast host, and the author of Chaos Theory: Finding Meaning in the Madness, One Bad Decision at a Time. As Leah shares in her book, she battled with addiction from an early age and became sober for many years. After a very public relapse on national television, she worked to become sober again. Throughout it all, Leah has been a beacon o...
- LaTavia Roberson: Former "Destiny's Child" Star's Inspiring Comeback From Drugs, Jail and Dark Times (00:44:16)
LaTavia Roberson is an American singer, songwriter, and actress, best known as an original member of the widely acclaimed R&B girl group, Destiny’s Child. Alongside Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, and LeToya Luckett, she played a pivotal role in the group’s success, contributing to chart-topping hits such as “Say My Name,” “Survivor,” and “Bootylicious.” Despite the group’s phenomenal achievements, LaTavia faced personal struggles with drugs, experienced jail time, and navigated through d...
- Notes From The Heart: Melissa Etheridge Opens Up About Losing Her Son to Opioid Addiction (00:40:07)
Melissa Etheridge is a well-known American rock star, famous for her confessional lyrics and raspy vocals. She has won numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards and a “Songwriter of the Year” honor. Melissa is also an activist for Marriage Equality and has advocated for the therapeutic benefits of medicinal cannabis as a cancer survivor. In May 2020, Melissa lost her son Beckett from causes related to opioid addiction. In his memory, she founded the Etheridge Foundation to advance transfor...
- Ozempic, Wegovy and Beyond: The Future of Addiction Treatment (00:51:15)
The latest episode of “Addiction Talk” promises to be a thought-provoking conversation between three guests who are at the forefront of addiction recovery research and advocacy. Cure Addiction Now Founder Nancy Davis, Director of Drug Discovery Institute Paul J. Kenny, and MTV’s Laguna Beach and The Hills star Jason Wahler will be discussing the latest breakthroughs in addiction recovery, including the usage of the widely popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy (semaglutide) to combat addictio...
- From Homelessness to Healing: A Warrior's Radical Recovery Journey Featuring Peter White (00:33:12)
Peter White is a true warrior of the Yaqan Nukiy tribe, which is a part of the Ktunaxa Nation. His journey of triumph over homelessness, addiction and a cancer diagnosis is nothing short of inspiring. After his cancer diagnosis in May of 2016, Peter knew that he needed to make a change in his life. He had always wanted to start powwow dancing, but kept pushing it off for the “right time.” Little did he know that his cancer diagnosis was the sign he had been waiting for. Today, Peter is a Men’...
- Adam Hicks: Disney Dreams to Redemption Realities- A Former Child Star's Addiction Story (00:31:54)
Adam Paul Hicks is an American actor, rapper, singer, and songwriter, best known for his leading role in the Disney Channel Original Movie “Lemonade Mouth” and his music projects. However, behind closed doors, Adam was struggling with addiction, mental illness, and family tragedies that ultimately led to his arrest and incarceration. At the age of 17, Adam’s mother was diagnosed with MS and began to have severe episodes that impacted his family’s wellbeing. As his career was taking off, Adam ...
- The Fruit Fly Phenomenon: What Fruit Flies Can Reveal to Us About Alcohol Addiction with Kristin Scaplen (00:39:53)
On this episode of “Addiction Talk,” the topic of alcohol addiction will be discussed by way of cutting edge research helmed by Bryant University Assistant Professor Kristin Scaplen, Ph.D.Professor Scaplen, who obtained a B.S. in biology and psychology from the University of Connecticut, and Ph.D in neuroscience from Brown University, has spent years studying neural circuits and the persistence of memory in the context of alcohol use. This work was done in preparation for her current body of ...
- Life in 'Tweakerworld': A Revealing Look at Meth Addiction in the LGBTQ+ Community with Jason Yamas (00:44:38)
Jason Yamas is a queer writer, producer, director, and actor. Having released his courageous memoir, Tweakerworld, he joins us on Addiction Talk sharing a bright light on the worsening epidemic of crystal meth in the LGBTQ+ community.
- The Real 'Jerry Maguire' How a Legendary Sports Agent Made a Sober Comeback with Leigh Steinberg (00:40:36)
Many know Leigh Steinberg as one of the most prolific sports agents, having represented more than 300 professional athletes in his 40+ year career, and as the real-life inspiration for Jerry Maguire. Steinberg’s clients include former San Francisco 49ers QB Steve Young, former Dallas Cowboys QB Troy Aikman and current QB for the Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes. Leigh’s reputation stemming from his decades of success precedes him, but what many may not know is that he endured a public batt...
- Rewiring Your Brain for Long-Term Recovery (00:54:24)
To kick off National Recovery Month, on this episode of “Addiction Talk,” we will be speaking with three experts in recovery who have utilized their collective experiences to aid others in beginning their own journey. Each guest will speak about the importance of mindfulness in recovery: tactics that may work best, essential self-care strategies necessary for sobriety, and offer advice for those wanting to live a life without alcohol and substances Featuring: Lane Kennedy is a precision...
- The Incredible Recovery Story of 'Mob Wives' Star Renee Graziano (00:44:49)
VH1’s Mob Wives star Renee Graziano's tumultuous journey from a mob-tied upbringing to overcoming addiction is a testament to resilience and redemption. Shaped by childhood trauma, seeking love and acceptance, she spiraled into drug misuse and abusive relationships, but through reality TV fame, multiple rehab attempts, and a life-altering car accident, she found strength in therapy, support networks, and self-discovery, ultimately emerging as a survivor who reclaimed her identity and purpose.
- Facing the Music: A Drummer’s Path to Sobriety and Self-Discovery with Josh Eppard (00:47:05)
Josh Eppard, drummer for rock band Coheed and Cambria, will be joining “Addiction Talk.” For more than two decades, Josh has been a seasoned musician, but in the early 2000s, it almost came to an end. In 2002, Coheed and Cambria released their first studio album, first single and first music video, and by 2005, the band released their first major-label album, “Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through the Eyes of Madness.” While his band was receiving international accla...