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    Real Recovery Talk

    We are a podcast dedicated to sobriety and recovery from alcohol and drugs. (And whatever other addiction that is out there) It doesn’t matter what you have been through in the past. We have all done very bad things in our addiction. This does not define who we are. We know there is a way out of addiction. Family and loved ones, you play a part in this as well. There are plenty of stories out there of families and loved ones not knowing what to do with their addicted loved one. Let us guide you on the right things to do and the right decisions to make to ensure that you and your loved one gets the help that you need.

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    578: How Do You Forgive an Addict? Omar El Takrori Oct 29, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction? Join Our FREE WEBINAR! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/webinar

    When your own dad struggles with addiction, it changes everything. In this episode, Omar shares the painful truth about growing up with an alcoholic father — the fear, the confusion, and the faith that eventually brought healing.

    We talk about what addiction does to families, how faith can transform even the darkest situations, and why true recovery goes far beyond just "getting sober." Omar opens up about his father's alcoholism, his mother's strength, and how God used all of it to shape his purpose and calling.

    Join our SKOOL Group: https://www.skool.com/realrecoverytalk/about?ref=80971acc3d9f4e91bd9070fe6810e639

    577: Adopted at Birth, Addicted by 12: Rachel's Fight for Freedom Oct 22, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction? Join Our FREE WEBINAR! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/webinar

    When Rachel was adopted as a baby, she didn't understand why she felt so different. By age 12, she was already using drugs — searching for a sense of belonging she never felt.

    For the next 26 years, addiction took everything from her — her health, her peace, her identity. But through it all, she discovered a truth that changed everything

    In this episode, Rachel shares her powerful story of addiction, adoption, and redemption — from childhood confusion and rebellion to finally finding purpose, peace, and freedom in sobriety.

    Join our SKOOL Group: https://www.skool.com/realrecoverytalk/about?ref=80971acc3d9f4e91bd9070fe6810e639

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    576: Why Addicts Lie, Guilt-Trip, and Play the Victim (and HOW TO stop it) Oct 15, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction?

    Join Our FREE WEBINAR! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/webinar

    You've probably heard the promises:

    "I swear I'll change."

    "You don't trust me?"

    "If you loved me, you'd help me."

    These are phrases many families hear over and over again — and it's exhausting.

    In this video, we break down how addicts manipulate the ones who love them most, why it happens, and what you can do to stop getting caught in the emotional trap. This isn't about blaming or shaming — it's about understanding the psychology behind addict manipulation so you can finally respond with strength, clarity, and peace of mind.

    Join our SKOOL Group: https://www.skool.com/realrecoverytalk/about?ref=80971acc3d9f4e91bd9070fe6810e639

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    575: Why You Keep Using Even When You Don't Want To Oct 08, 2025
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    🥃 Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction? Join Our FREE WEBINAR! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/webinar

    Why do we keep going back to drugs or alcohol — even when we swear we're done?

    In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom, Ben, and Jeff dive deep into the uncomfortable truth: for many, addiction becomes worship. It's not just about the substances — it's about what we're running from, what we're trying to fill, and the void that only a higher power or spiritual awakening can heal.

    Jeff, from Reprieve Treatment Center, shares his personal story of overdose, survival, and discovering true freedom in recovery. The guys discuss detox myths, the emotional and spiritual roots of addiction, and how to finally find peace without drugs.

    😊 Join our SKOOL Group: https://www.skool.com/realrecoverytalk/about?ref=80971acc3d9f4e91bd9070fe6810e639

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    574: What to Expect in Alcohol Rehab (Step by Step Guide) Oct 01, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction?

    Join our next FREE webinar! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/webinar

    We are discussing alcohol treatment. What to know and how to MAKE SURE you get what you need.

    Contact me: Tom@realrecoverytalk.com

    Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides

    573: Should You Date in Early Sobriety? Ali shares the truth! Sep 24, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

    Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

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    Join our Big Book Study! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/bigbookstudy

    Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk

    Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides

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    572: I Stayed Sober 15 Year: Here's the Methods I Still Use Sep 17, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

    Fifteen years. Zero drinks. Thousands of days in recovery.

    In this special episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom reflects on what it takes to reach a milestone few ever see: 15 years of continuous sobriety.

    Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

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    571: 5 Hidden Signs of Alcoholism You're Probably Missing Sep 10, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

    Most people think alcoholism is easy to spot — heavy drinking, blackouts, or DUIs. But the truth is, some of the most dangerous signs are the subtle ones you're probably missing.

    In this video, I break down five hidden signs of alcoholism that don't always get talked about but can completely change the way you view addiction. These are the red flags I've seen over and over again working with individuals and families for years in the recovery field — and you may even recognize one of them in yourself or someone you love.

    👤 I'm Tom Conrad — 15 years sober and co-host of the Real Recovery Talk podcast. I've spent my career helping people and families understand addiction, get treatment, and rebuild their lives.

    📌 In this video, you'll learn: The subtle behaviors that reveal hidden alcoholism Why these signs are often missed until it's too late

    What to do if you recognize them in yourself or a loved one

    👉 Don't ignore these warning signs — they could be the difference between awareness and disaster.

    Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

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    Join our Big Book Study! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/bigbookstudy

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    570: Firefighter Told He'd Never Ride Again… Alcohol Nearly Killed Him Sep 03, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

    In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Mattie Johnson, a firefighter who was told he would never ride a fire truck again. Why? Because alcohol nearly killed him.

    For years, Mattie lived fast — drinking hard, partying, and pushing his limits while working in the fire service. He ignored repeated warnings from doctors: "If you don't stop drinking, you're going to die." The wake-up calls came in the form of multiple ICU visits, coughing up blood, and finally stage 4 liver failure.

    At one point, Maddie accepted that he would drink himself to death. But then, against all odds, he received a life-saving liver transplant, and chose recovery.

    This is a raw, unfiltered story of:

    • 🚒 Fire service culture & alcoholism

    • 💉 Near-death experiences from alcohol abuse

    • 🩸 Facing liver failure & a transplant

    • 🙏 Finding purpose, sobriety, and a second chance

    If you or someone you love is battling alcoholism, Maddie's story proves that even from the edge of death, recovery is possible.

    👉 Subscribe to the channel for new episodes every Wednesday at 5 AM. 📩 Need help or guidance? Email us:

    👉 Don't forget to subscribe and share this with someone who needs to hear it.

    Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

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    Join our Big Book Study! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/bigbookstudy

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    569: She Got Sober Without Treatment: Here's How Aug 29, 2025
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    Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

    In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom and Ben sit down with Franchesca, who shares her powerful story of getting clean without traditional addiction treatment. After multiple failed attempts at rehab, Franchesca found recovery in the rooms of a 12-step fellowship — and she's been clean for 13 years.

    This conversation dives into her early struggles, being a teen mom, losing and regaining custody of her son, detoxing without medical help, and how community, surrender, and honesty saved her life. Whether you're in recovery yourself or walking alongside a loved one, this story is a reminder that there isn't just one way to get sober.

    👉 Don't forget to subscribe and share this with someone who needs to hear it.

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