I am excited to announce that Thriving With Addiction is a 2026 Anthem Awards finalist in the health podcast category! This could not have happened without the openness and honesty of each guest and the listeners who are always eager to hear more. Thank you for all of your support and please submit your vote for the Anthem Awards by October 29 at tinyurl.com/nhnxpcce #2026anthemawards #podcastaward #thrivingwithaddiction

Before recovery, Zac Clark says he spent years lying. In recovery, learning to tell the truth became part of rebuilding his life. In this episode of Thriving With Addiction, Zac and I talk about addiction, honesty, service, and what it means to live with a restless mind. We also discuss how being of service to others can shift the focus away from ourselves and toward connection and purpose. youtu.be/WGZHz_yiWlg?si=SjFS…

What if lasting recovery required us to look beyond addiction itself? In this episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with Dr. Kenneth Spielvogel, Senior Medical Officer at Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa, about a whole-body approach to recovery. We discuss the intersection of addiction medicine, metabolic health, lifestyle, and long-term wellness—and why recovery can involve caring for the whole person. youtu.be/uoucGPfHZ2k?si=-0Is…

What does recovery look like beyond simply getting sober? In this episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with Richard Taite, founder and Executive Chairman of Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa and Executive Chairman of 1 Method Centers, about his own experience with addiction and the deeper dimensions of recovery — from finding moments of comfort and connection to discovering what makes a life worth rebuilding. We talk about detox, early recovery, and why lasting recovery is about more than simply stopping substance use. youtu.be/Od05ygEuTlU

I am excited to share that Thriving With Addiction has been nominated for a Signal Award in the Self-Improvement & Self-Help category! Thank you to all of my guests for your sharing your honest and personal stories and to everyone that has listened to these stories of thriving with addiction. Please take a moment to vote for us in the Shows > Genres > Self-Improvement & Self-Help category now through October 15. Thank you for your continued support. #SignalAwards tinyurl.com/y552fxvp

What does real freedom from compulsive behavior look like? On the latest episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with former Buddhist monk and meditation teacher Jeremy Lipkowitz about mindfulness, shame, behavior change, and building a life grounded in integrity and connection. youtu.be/XDPzvZy9LUQ #Recovery #Mindfulness

How does stigma shape addiction care? Pam Jenkins (@PamJenkins1), CEO of @shatterproofhq, joins me on Thriving With Addiction to discuss how stigma affects people experiencing addiction—and how evidence, policy, and better standards of care can help change the system. youtu.be/N24BSmvE1ks #AddictionRecovery #EndStigma

In the latest episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with Hilary Phelps (@hilaryphelps) about addiction, shame, self-compassion, and finding purpose in recovery. We discuss why the instinct to push harder isn’t always what we need—and the many resources available when we’re ready to ask for help. youtu.be/oPwnyXQCZGQ?si=RiFz…

Can mindfulness help reduce chronic pain, opioid misuse, and addiction? On the latest episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with Dr. Eric Garland (@DrEricGarland), developer of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement, about the science behind mindfulness, pain, reward, and recovery. youtu.be/gGCxfH-HzDE

For the second episode in the #RecoveryMonth kickoff, I’m joined by Ben Mushlin, psychotherapist, author, and founder of Searchlight Therapy. We discuss adoption, trauma, substance use, and the importance of supporting the entire family system when adolescents and young adults are struggling. youtu.be/gGCxfH-HzDE

To kick off #RecoveryMonth2026, I’m joined by Stephanie Hazard, a recovery coach and person in long-term recovery. We talk about her journey through an eating disorder and alcohol addiction, the connection between trauma and addiction, and what it means to build a life you’re recovering to—not just recovering from. youtu.be/VFHJNNBDNHw

How do stigma and public policy shape addiction treatment? In the latest episode of Thriving with Addiction, Dr. Beth McGinty discusses why reducing overdose deaths requires more than treatment alone—and how evidence-based policy, harm reduction, and stigma reduction can improve outcomes. youtu.be/p34NjzpKSQo

In the latest episode of Thriving with Addiction, Dr. Gary Hartman shares how burnout, chronic stress, and opioid addiction changed the course of his life — and how recovery helped him redefine success, identity, and purpose. youtu.be/eg2QWOZeAGU

Why is quitting so hard? I joined Courtney Allison on the @nyphospital Health Matters podcast to discuss the science behind addiction, why willpower alone isn't enough, emerging treatments, and why recovery is possible. Thank you to Courtney and the Health Matters team for having me and helping bring this conversation to a wider audience. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

What are we missing when we think about addiction? In the latest episode of Thriving with Addiction, Dr. Carl Hart discusses why understanding substance use requires looking beyond the drug itself—and why evidence, context, and lived experience should shape how we think about addiction. youtu.be/O9TADNbbK90

In the latest episode of Thriving with Addiction, Rivkah Reyes shares how early success, trauma, addiction, and recovery shaped their journey toward authenticity, creativity, and healing. A thoughtful conversation about identity, resilience, and finding purpose beyond the spotlight. youtu.be/M0wvLi9VBO0

In the latest episode of Thriving with Addiction, Dr. Carrie Wilkens discusses evidence-based recovery, why recovery isn't one-size-fits-all, and how compassion and understanding can help people make lasting change. Watch or listen to the full episode — Beyond Tough Love: Rethinking Addiction, Recovery, and Family Support with Dr. Carrie Wilkens. youtu.be/raghK0fI_Ks

Former NBA player Chris Herren @c_herren knows what it's like to lose everything—and what it takes to rebuild. In this episode of Thriving with Addiction, we discuss addiction, recovery, vulnerability, prevention, and how finding purpose became the greatest victory of his life. 🎧 Listen now youtu.be/byao3OEs4No?si=3JdI…