Interviews about culture, religion, and more with brilliant people who will fan the flames of your curiosity.
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There’s no single way to be a family. And every kind of family has something we can learn from. Host Blair Hodges explores the history and evolution of family structures, gender, and sexuality.
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The Addict II Athlete podcast is hosted by Coach Blu Robinson a licensed clinical mental health counselor and substance abuse counselor who has worked in the field since 2001. Blu is a fantastic public speaker, coach, and therapist who works with many individuals, youth, couples, and families addressing issues like addiction, trauma, communication, parenting, and more. Blu hopes to provide listeners with the skills and game plans for anyone to turn their mess into their message of hope and a ...
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Family Proclamations: “Building LGBTQ Families,” with Abbie Goldberg
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“Family Proclamations” is the brand new podcast by Blair Hodges, host of Fireside. Enjoy this sample episode and be sure to subscribe directly to Family Proclamations now, because FP will be fully switching over soon!By Family Proclamations
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This is an interview with Coach Blu. They discus his chikdhood and how that effected him along with becoming a therapist and thr founder of Addict II Athlete.By Brooklyn Robinson
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Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listener, can participate by submitting…
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Building LGBTQ Families (with Abbie E. Goldberg)
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With the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2015, queer families are more visible today than ever. But the path to becoming a parent is complicated for LGBTQ people. Dr. Abbie E. Goldberg, psychologist and researcher, provides LGBTQ parents and prospective parents with the detailed, evidence‑based knowledge they need to navigate the transition to…
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Clay Hodges shares his journey of recovery from addiction and how he turned his mess into his message. He talks about his struggles with relapse and the realization that he didn't know his own story anymore. Clay emphasizes the importance of finding alignment within oneself and not comparing one's recovery journey to others. He discusses how he fou…
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This podcast covers the Opioid Epidemic with a speach originally written by Martin Luther King: A time to break the silents. Blu and Marissa then discus the 301 deaths per day for legal and illegal overdose of opioids. We discuss what Addict II Athletes values are by revisiting the original decision of this team. And to top it off answering questio…
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Coach Blu Robinson discusses the topic of behavioral addictions, specifically focusing on pornography addiction. He is joined by guest Sione Inoke, who shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction. The conversation explores the challenges of discussing and seeking help for behavioral addictions, the emotional toll of addiction, and the impac…
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Mastering Relationships: Overcoming the 4 Horsemen
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Dive deep into the heart of healthy relationships through the lens of John Gottan’s acclaimed concept of the 4 Horsemen. Unpack the secrets to relationship resilience and growth, as Coach Blu and Marissa explore how understanding and humbling oneself in the face of criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt can transform your personal and…
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What Is Acudetox? And What Are The Benefits?
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In this episode, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Amy and Mel about the AccuDetox method and the Five Needle Protocol. They discuss the history and uses of the protocol, the five points involved, and the benefits of using acupuncture for stress reduction and addiction recovery. Amy and Mel share their experiences with the protocol and the training pro…
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Overtime: Words Matter - Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction
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Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa talk about words to use when addressing addiction and the stigma around addiction and disorders. Stigma is a discrimination against an identifiable group of people, a place, or a nation. Stigma about people with SUD might include inaccurate or unfounded thoughts like they are dangerous, incapable of managing …
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Mind Matters: Navigating the Maze of Traumatic Brain Injuries with Kaylee Blair
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This podcast episode discusses traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and their impact on individuals and their loved ones. The conversation covers the lack of awareness and education on brain health, the connection between TBIs and substance abuse, the challenges faced by TBI patients and their loved ones, and the importance of finding the right doctor f…
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listen…
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Separation Revolution (with April White)
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Divorce can be a difficult process today, but it's nothing compared to what it used to be. In the late 1800s, women from around the country had to fight for the right to separate from their husbands on their own terms. April White tells their stories and how they still impact us today in her fascinating book, The Divorce Colony: How Women Revolutio…
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Family Proclamations: “Separation Revolution,” with April White
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“Family Proclamations” is the brand new podcast by Blair Hodges, host of Fireside. Enjoy this sample episode and be sure to subscribe to Family Proclamations now, because FP will be fully switching over soon!By Family Proclamations
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Embracing the Battle Within: A Journey to Spiritual Warrior-hood with Janea King
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In this conversation, Janea King shares her personal journey of recovery and how she transitioned from being a consumer of addiction to becoming a producer of programs and opportunities for others to heal. She discusses the importance of service and community in the recovery process, particularly for Native Americans who have experienced generation…
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. We discuss topics of addiction, recovery,…
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From Addiction to Action: LT Weaver's Journey with Recovering Addict
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Title: From Addiction to Action: LT Weaver's Journey with Recovering Addict In this deeply inspiring episode of Addict to Athlete, Coach Blu sits down with LT Weaver, the founder of the nonprofit organization Recovering Addict. Together, they delve into LT's transformative journey from the depths of addiction to the pinnacle of recovery and service…
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Leaving the Ghost Kingdom (with Angela Tucker)
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Angela Tucker is a Black woman who was adopted by white parents as a very young child. Angela says transracial adoptees like her grow up wrestling with complicated feelings of gratitude and love, but also rejection, loss, and confusion about their heritage. Angela is author of “You Should Be Grateful:" Stories of Race, Identity, and Transracial Ado…
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Family Proclamations: “Leaving the Ghost Kingdom,” with Angela Tucker
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Coach Blu and Craig Goldberg deep dive into the mind. They talk about stress and anxiety, things everyone deals with at some point. Craig talks about how to calm yourself and move forward when in a stressful or anxious situation. Craig’s socials: https://iaminharmony.com/By Brooklyn Robinson
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In this episode, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Jesse Laveau, a motivational speaker and former basketball player. Jesse shares his journey from growing up in a small town in Alaska to becoming a leader in the motivational space. He emphasizes the importance of pivoting dreams and finding alternative paths to success. Jesse also discusses the epidem…
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Overtime: Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt sentencing discussion
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The conversation discusses the sentencing of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt, who were found guilty of child abuse. The hosts emphasize the importance of choosing a therapist carefully and recognizing signs of abuse. They express their frustration with the actions of Jodie Hildebrandt, who was a licensed therapist and should have known better. Rub…
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Discipline, Practice, and Mindset with Dre Baldwin
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Dre Baldwin, a former professional basketball player, shares his journey from being a walk-on player to becoming a successful athlete and entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of discipline, practice, and mindset in achieving success. Dre also discusses the challenges of adapting to new environments and cultures while playing professional bask…
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When Jessi Hempel came out of the closet she had no idea her whole church-going family had been hiding in there with her. And things got complicated fast when the closet door kept swinging open. Jessi Hempel is author of The Family Outing: A Memoir. She is also host of the award-winning podcast Hello Monday, and a senior editor-at-large at LinkedIn…
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Family Proclamations: “All the Closets,” with Jessi Hempel
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STAGES OF LOVE 1. Falling in love 2. Falling out of love and 3. Learning how to love and be loved Building Blocks of a Great Relationship 1. Trust. Our first essential task, according to Erickson’s theory of the psychosocial stages of life, involves trust versus mistrust. It should be no surprise that our first goal in life is to master trust, sinc…
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Overtime with Coach Blu: Abusive relationships
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listen…
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Won't Someone Think of the Children (with Adam Benforado)
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One hundred years ago, a bright new age for children was dawning in America. Child labor laws were being passed, public education was spreading, and more. But Adam Benforado says America stopped short in its revolution of children's rights. Today, more than eleven million American children live in poverty. We deny young people any political power, …
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Family Proclamations: “Won’t Someone Think of the Children,” with Adam Benforado
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“Family Proclamations” is the brand new podcast by Blair Hodges, host of Fireside. Enjoy this sample episode and be sure to subscribe to Family Proclamations now, because FP will be full switching over soon!By Family Proclamations
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listen…
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Healing From Family Trauma (with Mariel Buqué)
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Your family is...loving? Your family is...hurtful? Your family is...all this and more? If you feel overwhelmed when you think about your family, this episode will help you understand your anxiety and give you evidence-based tools to repair it. Dr. Mariel Buqué is a leading specialist in trauma psychology. She says our physical and mental health cha…
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Family Proclamations: “Healing From Family Trauma,” with Mariel Buqué
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“Family Proclamations” is the brand new podcast by Blair Hodges, host of Fireside. Enjoy this sample episode and be sure to subscribe to Family Proclamations now, because this is the last one you’ll get in the Fireside feed!By Family Proclamations
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The Major League with Savannah Robinson- Opinions
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This week on the new Major League Podcast with 18 yo Savannah Robinson she and Coach Blu, therapist discuss opinions. Opinions should be fluid because the world is constantly evolving, and new information is continuously emerging. Adhering rigidly to a single opinion can hinder personal growth and understanding. Being open to adjusting our opinions…
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Overtime with Coach Blu; You Are In Charge
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listen…
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Cat Bohannon says for far too long the story of human evolution has ignored the female body. Her new book offers a sweeping revision of human history. It's an urgent and necessary corrective that will forever change your understanding of birth and why it's more difficult for humans than virtually any other animal species on the planet. Her best-sel…
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Family Proclamations: “Meet the Eves,” with Cat Bohannon
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“Family Proclamations” is the brand new podcast by Blair Hodges, host of Fireside. Enjoy this sample episode and make sure to subscribe to Family Proclamations now!By Family Proclamations
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Coach Blu speaks with Dustin Weaver who shares his epic adventure of running the Texas 1000, a thousand-mile journey across Texas. He discusses his decision to change and start the journey, the preparation and planning involved, and the challenges he faced along the way. Despite doubts and physical hardships, Dustin found motivation in his purpose …
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Elevating Love and Life with Dr. Matt Townsend
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SEASON 6! In this conversation, Matt Townsend and Coach Blu discuss conflict resolution and rebuilding trust in relationships. They explore the distinction between thoughts and feelings and the importance of understanding and addressing the underlying emotions. They also discuss the challenges of holding someone accountable and the need for both ch…
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listen…
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Welcome to this week's episode of The Addict II Athlete podcast! In this inspiring episode, Coach Blu sits down with a special guest, Kim Bellas, the founder of Sober is the New Cool. Kim shares her incredible journey of sobriety and how it has transformed her life. Kim begins by revealing that she initially stopped drinking for three months as a w…
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In this episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blu sits down with Mike Haws, the founder of Red Barn Farm, a remarkable nonprofit organization committed to supporting individuals affected by addiction on their path to recovery and a healthier lifestyle. Join us as Mike shares his personal story of overcoming addiction, offering listeners a…
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Finding Redemption: A Journey of Recovery, Fatherhood, and Wisdom with Cody Martensen
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In this compelling episode of the Addict II Athlete podcast, Coach Blu sits down with Cody Martensen, a remarkable individual who has conquered addiction and transformed his life. Cody is not only a member of Addicts Fighting Back, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting those struggling with drug addiction, but also a shining example of r…
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listener, can participate by submitt…
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Welcome to our weekly live show, Overtime with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so you, the listener, can participate by submitt…
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Todd Sylvester, an experienced motivational speaker, author, and life coach, has spent over twenty years inspiring adults and children alike to avoid and change addictive behaviors. He is also a podcast host for Beliefcast a top Memtal Health podcast. Todd currently works as an Addictive Voice Recognition Counselor at Wasatch Recovery for those str…
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When you are dealing with a loved one's addiction, you may feel helpless and afraid. You may not know how to help them or what to do next. The good news is that there are resources available to you that can help you help your loved one. Discussing hard subjects with your family. If your loved one has an addiction, it could be difficult for him or h…
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AIIA Minor League with Savannah Robinson: Moving Forward and Glancing Back
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Today's episode is for our Minor League (18 and under). Savannah is Coach Blu's 17 yo daughter. On this episode she and Coach Blu discuss moving forward and glancing back and how they are complementary actions that shape our journey through life. She hosts this episode to discuss teen issues. Moving forward represents our constant drive to grow, ev…
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Addiction is a complex disease that affects all areas of your life. It can happen to anyone at any age, but it's often easier to ignore the problem than face it head-on. There are many ways to get help for addiction, including seeking treatment through an outpatient facility or intensive outpatient program, or attending support groups or counseling…
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The health consequences of drug abuse can be severe and long-lasting, and can include physical and mental health problems such as heart disease, stroke, liver damage, respiratory problems, cancer, anxiety, depression, and addiction. When trying to motivate someone to avoid drug abuse, it can be helpful to emphasize the negative effects that drugs c…
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What an amazing guest we have for you today!!! Coach Blu talks with Arwen Becker. Growing up she talks about what it was like to have an alcoholic stepfather. What alcohol started to do in her life and getting sober one Christmas holiday. That December 21 was the first weekend....of many....races she started to love and train for including the 2902…
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