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The Addiction Podcast-Point of No Return — Alternative Health
The Addiction Podcast-Point of No Return

This podcast addresses hope and recovery options for individuals, friends, family, parents and associates who have been or may be addicted to opioids, heroin, cocaine, prescription drugs, fentanyl, alcohol, or marijuana and want to overcome the addiction.

There are interviews with former addicts, stories of having gone through numerous failed rehabes, parents and loved ones that describe the horrors and ultimate methods they have sought to save lives and help.

Issues include the changing world of rehab, from 12 step programs to successful and effective alternative approaches to detox, withdrawal, and education for stable life style changes for former addicts. The benefits and dangers of different types of rehab from those that have experienced it.

The “point of no return’ is when the individual has come to a realization that they need and want help.

This is also for friends and family of addicts who are at their wits end and don’t know what to do to help the addict. This podcast gives hope and inspiration for recovery.

Some topics include:
– Where can I get help?
– How do I know if my child or relative or friend is addicted?
– How do I get someone up to realizing they need help?

Latest Episodes:

Michael DeLeon - Drugs Almost Killed Me - I Won't Let That Happen to Others Jan 30, 2020

Show notes

Michael is an ex-offender and former addict and gang member. After 12 years in prison he finally had his "point of no return", he became determined to ensure that no other child in America "turned out like me". He has since presented drug education and prevention in all 50 states in over 700 schools throughout the US. Michael is on a mission to educate youth and parents on the dangers of drugs. In this interview he takes a deep look into the dangers of vaping.

NFL Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk on Drug Education Jan 23, 2020

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Marshall Faulk was a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for twelve seasons, both for the Indianapolis Colts and St. Louis Rams. In 2011, Marshall was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2017. Now he is the National Spokesman for "The Foundation for a Drug Free World", a nonprofit public benefit corporation that empowers youth and adults with factual information about drugs so they can make informed decisions and live Drug-Free.

Dr. Cali Estes- I Married a Junkie- Here's Our Story Today Jan 16, 2020

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Dr. Cali Estes has her own history with addiction involving food. But dealing with that and studying the whole area of addiction made her much more able to deal with her rock musician husband - Tim - when he became addicted to heroin. He's clean and sober with the help of his wife and both are giving back to people in need.

Marianne Perez - A Mother Who Never Gave Up Jan 09, 2020

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IIn 2002, Marianne Skolek Perez's daughter Jill died at the age of 29 after being prescribed OxyContin for back pain. As a nurse employed at a large medical center, Marianne wanted answers. Her research led her to Purdue Pharma and the FDA's involvement in a growing. Marianne has appeared in Federal Court on this matter and continues to work with government agencies and private attorneys in giving a voice for her daughter, as well as the voice for scores of victims of OxyContin.

Kathleen Pooler - Author, Wife and Mother of Alcoholics- Her Story Dec 26, 2019

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Kathleen left her husband due to his heavy drinking, thinking this would protect her children. However, the cycle of alcohol abuse was repeated in her family. Her message is one of hope and recovery. Her book will be published shortly and hopefully will provide insight into addiction and how to deal with it in the family. A mother's perspective.

Narcoland TV Star - Started Smoking Pot at 7 - Thirty Plus Rehabs -Recovered Dec 19, 2019

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Jonathan Goyer began his addiction journey with pot at age 7. He, like so many others, worked his way up to pretty much all drugs - heroin, coke, meth - you name it. He lost his dad to an overdose and then his brother to complications from a drug overdoes. In 2013 he got clean and now he gives back via his nonprofit - https://www.atrecovery.org/ He recently was featured in the TV show "60 Days in Narcoland"

Recovered Meth Addict Awarded FBI Community Leadership Award Dec 12, 2019

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Ed Kressy was bullied had many childhood issues. As a teen he became a meth addict for 11 years. Stealing, after being arrested, he was shown compassion by a caring police officer. But his addiction led to losing his job, he stole from his family and ended up rock bottom. Spirituality brought him back. He persevered for years, got sober, and was later awarded the FBI Director's Community Leadership Award for work he did helping people reintegrate into society after being released from prison

Branislav's Letter to His Addicted Mother Dec 05, 2019

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Branislav Jankic's story is not so much about his addiction as it is about him dealing with his mother's addiction to drugs and alcohol. When his mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer, he wanted to tell her everything that he had experienced as a result of her addiction but he found that the best way he could do that was through his documentary short film "Letter to My Mother".

Incredible Recovery After 15 Years Addicted to Nearly Every Drug Nov 28, 2019

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Drew's addiction began before the 7th grade with prescription drugs for "ADHD". Add an abusive father, anger issues and add pot, meth, coke, ecstasy, Atavan, Zoloft and more. Drew's story of recovery leaves no stone unturned. Now stably sober through the Narconon program, his whole family is closer together. He is now staff and knows there is hope for anybody that wants to achieve sobriety.

Jam Alker - RockStar Uses Music to Help in his Recovery Nov 21, 2019

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Jam Alker is a songwriter who spins his experiences into stories. These stories, told through music, often touch on life's dark, gritty underbelly, without judgment or condemnation, but often with a message of hope. In his formative years on Chicago's music scene, Jam played virtually every stage in the city, then toured the country. Though he loved music, he lost his way. In the depths of misery and addiction, on the verge of losing everything, he reached out for help. See also on YouTube.

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