Sober Pod is a podcast dedicated to the idea that one addict or alcoholic helping another to get and stay sober is an essential ingredient to building a foundation in a life of sobriety. Visit soberpod.com for show extras and exclusive memberships! Buy the 366 Fucking Days Sober Book Now! https://a.co/d/3EpSCOr / Or subscribe to the 366 Days Sober Podcast (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/366dayssober)
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Welcome to the Detectivery State of Mind and Other Strange Things Podcast. I am your host Detective Chuck, I have worked in the law enforcement field for over 19 years. I will be joined by my co-hosts Detective Burke, with over 29 years in, and Sgt RJ with over 15 yrs. Your mind will be taken on a wacky journey into some quirky and bizarre tales. You will laugh, cry and have nightmares as we negotiate your brain into a peaceful submission. So join us as we put our decades of experience to th ...
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Welcome to The Never Alone Podcast where we're exploring what it means to be sober. This podcast shares real stories and successes from members of Sober Sidekick's virtual sober community. Whether you've had a long road to recovery, new to the journey, or simply sober curious, we're bringing you inspiring and epic comeback stories from people living in sobriety. This podcast was created by Sober Sidekick founder Chris Thompson and is hosted and produced by Carl Fessenden. With Sober Sidekick ...
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Summary: - Buy the book at soberpod.comDownload the App at sobersidekick.comJoin Chris as he bravely shares his personal story of addiction, relapse, and the journey to recovery. Hear about his lowest moments and the pivotal realization that brought hope back into his life. Carl underscores that this is just the beginning of a long but rewarding pa…
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SummaryFREE: soberpod.com/universityThis episode of Sober Pod focuses on the importance of working the 12 steps in recovery and introduces Sober Pod University as a free resource to complement the steps. Carl shares his personal experience of attending meetings without doing the work and emphasizes the transformative power of the steps. Each step i…
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Send us a Text Message. Spartacus, The Gladiator, the movies, the stories, the history, legendary tales of life and death. In this episode we take you on a journey through the world of the Gladiator...A Legacy of Death...legends of Rome! It is an episode full of history, tales of adventure, and debauchery...things get a little crazy! We attest that…
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Buy the book at Soberpod.com Summary Carl explores the disease concept of alcoholism as framed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Carl discusses how AA views alcoholism as a progressive, chronic condition that affects the mind, body, and spirit. The disease concept emphasizes that alcoholism is not a moral failing but a condition requiring treatment. He…
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Ludwig van Beethoven once said “Music is like a dream. One that I cannot hear.” On this episode of the N&H Podcast we'll be talking about "Silent Disco," with my special guest James Valletti. We discuss how music is important in society, how dancing and the psychology of 'social proof' are related, and so much more. James Valletti, the owner and op…
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Buy the book - Visit Soberpod.com In this episode, Carl discusses why political discussions are discouraged in 12-step fellowships and provides tips on how to avoid bringing divisive topics into meetings. He explores the structure and traditions of 12-step groups that support a recovery-focused environment and emphasizes the importance of placing s…
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Daily 366 Days Sober readings are moving to a new home! Listen on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/366dayssober Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-days-sober/id1755042184 Also: Buy the book Visit the website
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Send us a Text Message. WWI, The Great War, the war to end all wars...a new fangled machine had just been invented merely 10 years before the start of WWI, called the airplane. So, what did we do as humans, when a great invention comes along. We figure out a way to weaponize and destroy each other with it...oh, and no one was better than the Red Ba…
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Ruts happen. In this episode of The N&H Podcast our special guest Bryan Yates joins us to talk about "Ruts," how they can be optional and how you can creatively shift gears to get out of one. Bryan Yates, a former Holocaust historian and entertainment technology professional, is now a midlife performance coach who helps professionals reignite their…
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Miller Ranch Road...The Unknown vs The Science
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Send us a Text Message. The world has always been mystified by the unexplained, and the science behind a world that lives beyond our sight. In this episode we take a look at a conspiring world of the paranormal, technology and science surrounding the Miller Ranch. Miller Ranch is located in the southern central area of Colorado, near the border. Wi…
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SummaryThis episode of SobperPod explores the theme of change and why it can be challenging for addicts and alcoholics. The host discusses the resistance to change and the habits of control that addicts and alcoholics often embrace. The episode emphasizes the importance of embracing change and offers a daily challenge to sit in a different chair th…
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Freedom of Choice and Thank You For Your Service...
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Send us a Text Message. We all have choices to make, careers to choose, and decisions to make within those careers we choose. So once we choose our path, career, as a first responder, military, service industry, or wherever you choose to land your feet. Once we get settled in that career, it's easy sometimes to forget we put our dammed selves there…
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Buy/download the books at soberpod.com SummaryIn this episode, Carl continues reading from the ebook on soberpod.com and it focuses on the topic of fear. He discusses various ways to deal with fear, including practicing gratitude, mindfulness, and meditation. He also emphasizes the importance of seeking support from others, whether it's through fri…
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Johnston McCulley (Zorro) and Legendary Sword Fighters
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Send us a Text Message. Maybe you are of the age, or maybe you are to young to know the tales and the stories of the Legend of Zorro, vigilante hero who saved the day...the Robin Hood of early 1900's Los Angeles. If you were born a certain time of age, you might even have found yourself grabbing up a Zorro costume for Halloween...or you dawned your…
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SummaryThis episode of SoberPod focuses on the topic of fear and how to overcome it. The host, Carl, discusses the importance of identifying and understanding our fears, as well as strategies for coping with them. He emphasizes the need to focus on what we can control and take action to overcome our fears. Carl also mentions an ebook on fear that i…
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Gabriele Amorth an Exorcist for Rome!
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Send us a Text Message. The Exorcist, Exorcist, The Pope's Exorcist, books, more movies, demonic possession, documentaries, demons, demonic children, priests, the Catholic church, so many things come to mind when we hear the words The Exorcist...but what of it, right, is it real, does it happen, do demons exists? In this episode we wander through t…
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Visit SoberPod.com - Subscribe to 366 Days Sober for our daily readings Available on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! -Summary Carl shares his personal journey of addiction and recovery, emphasizing the philosophy of 'stay active, stay sober.' He talks about the challenges he faced in his sobriety journey and how he found support in Alcoholics Anonymous …
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Ma and Fred Barker, the FBI's Longest Gunfight
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Send us a Text Message. We give you an almighty FUBAR, when the Barker/Karpis gang (1935) exchanged bullets with the FBI, well, not the whole gang, just Ma and Fred Barker. The events and craziness leading up to this pivotal encounter is nothing short of nutty. Ma and Fred Barker, were criminals to the core, leading the FBI and local law enforcemen…
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Visit SoberPod.com - Our 366 Days Sober Book edition is available here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/366dayssober Summary - The conversation explores the concept of hitting rock bottom in addiction and recovery. It discusses the cycle of hitting multiple bottoms and the denial and false hope of finding an easier way out. The importance o…
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Long Haul Truckers a Serial Killers Playground!
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Send us a Text Message. When we were kids, it was a thing to open your car window on a summer day, lean out, make a fist and pump your arm up and down as a big rig-semi-truck passed by hoping they would sound the horn...that infamous highway big rig horn! In this episode, we stray from those glorious childhood memories to a darker time, and take a …
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Summary - Buy the book! Support the Podcast!Carl and Kristin discuss their experiences with addiction and recovery, highlighting the importance of connection and vulnerability. They reflect on their initial interactions on Reddit.com/r/stopdrinking and how reaching out for help and receiving support made a significant impact on their journeys. They…
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Grab Bag Episode, Movies, Music, and Pop Culture!!!
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Send us a Text Message. The Grab Bag Episode is one of our favorite episodes to put out, the Grab Bag Episode!!! Absolute shenanigans, and all sorts of things happen in these episodes, we have no idea what is going to happen, or who is going to say what. These episodes are some of our most unedited shows, so much fun to do! A hat full of topics on …
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Visit Soberpod.com Summary: In this episode, Carl explores the idea of using artificial intelligence (AI) to help him get and remain sober. He engages in a chat with an AI program, seeking advice and guidance on practical steps to achieve sobriety. The conversation covers topics such as setting a date to stop drinking, seeking support from groups l…
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Should First Responders Be Allowed to Smoke Marijuana...
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode the Detectivery State of Mind and Other Strange Things team gets after the question everyone is asking. Should Police Officers, Firefighters, nurses, doctors, medics, military, or any other careers that restrict Marijuana use, and allow these employees to partake in the usage of the Devil's Lettuce? Oh, it's …
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Summary This episode revolves around the topic of making amends in recovery. Carl shares a personal story about a past wrongdoing and the guilt and remorse he felt. He discusses the importance of making amends to honor loved ones who have passed and shares his own experience of visiting a grave and apologizing. The conversation highlights the power…
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Carl talks about the theme of being new in recovery and the challenges and experiences associated with it. Carl shares personal insights and reflections on the process of recovery, offering advice and encouragement to newcomers. The discussion covers the struggles, changes, and growth that come with embracing a sober lifestyle and also the importan…
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Longhair "Big" Jim Courtright, Outlaw, Lawman
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, we head on back to the old west, and step into the world of Longhair "Big" Jim Courtright...was he an outlaw, or a lawman, or both. Well, that's we are going try and find out!!!! So, saddle up, grab your six-gun, we are heading to the late 1800's for this one...man is this a crazy, crazy true story of one of…
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Women Work In Law Enforcement Deal With It!!!
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Send us a Text Message. On today's episode we have a very special guest joining us, Sergeant H. She has 18 years of law enforcement experience, has worked as a 911 emergency dispatcher, a patrol officer, FTO, Taser Instructor, trainer, and is currently a sergeant working for a busy transit authority division. Sergeant H has seen some shit! We are v…
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SummaryCarl reads an excerpt from the book about the spiritual malady. The conversation explores the concept of the spiritual malady and how it manifests in individuals. It delves into the feelings of restlessness, irritability, and discontent that arise from this malady and the various ways people try to fill the void. The importance of examining …
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The Uncanny Valley and Anthropomorphism...
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever heard the terms Uncanny Valley, or Anthropomorphism...yes, great. No, we that's great to...cause your in for a treat. In order to understand what these terms mean, well, your just gonna have to listen...your mind will be totally blown open...or swirled into a liquid gelatin mass, that is probably more likely...…
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Support the podcast and buy the book! In this episode of SoberPod, Carl reads from his book and discusses the topic of anger and losing control. He shares personal experiences of throwing adult fits and reflects on the consequences of such behavior. Carl also introduces a five-step process from Stoicism to manage anger and respond wisely. He empha…
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In a world saturated with content, distinguishing truth from propaganda is not easy! Join us on the latest episode of the N&H Podcast as we delve into this crucial topic with our special guest, Samuel C. Spitale, author of "The War On Truth." Together, we'll explore the nuances of propaganda, its historical roots, and its contemporary manifestation…
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Send us a Text Message. Incel, "Involuntary Celibacy"...what in the hell is that! Well, in Episode #95, we launch ourselves into the world of Incel's. If you have no idea what this is, then your in for a bumpy ride, cause shit's gonna get weird... We look at the concept of Incel mental mindsets, to celibacy itself, where is it rooted, how have so m…
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Buy the book! In this conversation, Carl and Chelsea discuss the purpose of their podcast, SoberPod, and the importance of one addict or alcoholic helping another in recovery. They introduce their book, '366 Fucking Days Sober,' and encourage listeners to engage with the daily meditations and affirmations. They highlight the significance of emotion…
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Nurse Week 2024 Special Episode: Healthcare: One of the Nations Most Violent Fields
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From verbal abuse to physical assaults, nurses face a myriad of dangers while caring for patients and navigating the complexities of healthcare settings. On this episode of N&H we explore the alarming rise of violence against nurses, its root causes, and the urgent need for systemic change with special guest and CEO/ Founder of Cortex Gold, Mel Cor…
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Unveiling the Chaos: United Healthcare and Optum in the Crossfire of Cyber Attacks, Antitrust Violations, and Senate Scrutiny
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Unveiling the Chaos: United Healthcare and Optum in the Crossfire of Cyber Attacks, Antitrust Violations, and Senate Scrutiny. Dr. Owen Muir joins N&H to decode the drama and its impact on you. Plus, insider tips for Emergency Room savings, Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer' 'Stalking' intrigue, and breakthroughs in depression treatment with accelerated tra…
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World Prisons, the Good the Bad and the Really Ugly!
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever ventured outside the great US of A, planned a wonderful vacation to a country of your choice. Well if you have, maybe you've wondered what it might be like to get arrested and jailed in another country...well then you don't want to miss this episode!!! We take a tour into prisons around the world, and discuss t…
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Summary - Buy the book! In this conversation, Carl and Chelsea discuss the theme of change and the challenges that come with it. They explore the concept of impermanence and the difficulty humans have in accepting change. They share personal experiences of navigating change and the growth that can come from it. The conversation also touches on the …
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Falling Down A Movie Review of a 1993 Cult Classic
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Send us a Text Message. 1993, the year that brought us all a heaping amount of classic movies, to include, Jurassic Park, Schindler's List, Tombstone, and so much more. Including the movie we are doing a review on Falling Down, the only way we can here at Detectivery State of Mind and Other Strange Things. So, grab some popcorn, and some Jujubes...…
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Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) Talk - Carl D
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This is a talk given by Carl D on his experience with Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) and the journey of self-discovery and healing. He discusses the false self and true self in ACA, the 14 traits of ACA, the dangers and lessons learned on the journey, and the promises of ACA. Carl shares his personal experiences and how ACA has helped him find …
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The Alien Invasion Has Begun...Now What!!!
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Send us a Text Message. Well, the alien's have come to Earth...and they are not friendly, yes, they are bugs. For our alien invasion apocalyptic diabolical event we have chosen Mantis like creatures from some unnamed planet in the universe. So, what do you do now, the invasion is here...and it's kind of a little bad...actually, really bad. Join us …
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12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety
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Summary In this conversation, Carl and Dr. Alan Berger discuss the concept of emotional sobriety and its importance in recovery. Dr. Berger shares his personal journey of addiction and recovery, highlighting the pivotal moment when he encountered someone who embodied emotional freedom. They explore the idea of emotional sobriety as freedom from exp…
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Send us a Text Message. So, you wanna be Batman...well so do we, but before you make that life altering decision, you might want to listen to this episode. Join us as we breakdown the world of Batman, and how difficult it would be to actually make an attempt at being a real life Batman. Yeah, things get a little weird, and there is a bit of mayhem!…
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Buy the book! The conversation explores the theme of powerlessness and power in recovery. The hosts reflect on their past drinking behaviors and the lack of choice they had while actively drinking. They also discuss the gradual progression of alcoholism and the realization that their drinking was not normal. The conversation emphasizes the importan…
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How do you make Alzheimer’s funny? On this episode of N&H our special guest Dayna Steele joins us to talk about her theatrical performance of "The Woman in the Mirror," a dark comedy about Dayna's journey navigating through her mother's Alzheimers diagnosis. Dayna Steele was one of the top rock DJs in the country and made waves on Rock 101 KLOL. Ro…
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Send us a Text Message. Here we go, a Grab Bag Episode extravaganza - the 1970s. This episode is full of captivating, stimulating conversation, total hilarity and mayhem... As we do with all of our grab bag episodes, we have a series of torn up slips containing topics from the 1970s, we dumped into a hat. We pass the hat around, reach in and pull o…
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Buy our 366 Days F***ing Sober Book. - Visit soberpod.com Summary • "It's not what happens to us; it's how we respond to it that matters." In this episode, Carl and Chelsea discuss the concept of living life on life's terms and the struggles that come with it. They talk about how our desires can be overinflated and cause us trouble when we don't ge…
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Bastardization of the NP Role: Navigating the Complexities of Nurse Practitioner Practice & Education
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There's a huge push for Nurse Practitioners nationwide to practice independently. However, not all NP's are created equally or have the same education, training and experience. In this episode of N&H special guest John Canion joins us to discuss his paper " 2023 Report on Nurse Practitioner Education and the Need for Change." We'll also talk about …
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Visit PaulSummersJr.com to learn more about Paul's Book, Hide and Seek - A Dad's Journey from Soulless Addiction to Sole Custody. Buy our 366 Days F***ing Sober Book. - Visit soberpod.com Summary In this episode, Carl and Paul discuss Paul's book, 'Hide and Seek: A Dad's Journey from Soulless Addiction to Soul Custody.' Paul shares his personal jou…
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A Deep Dive Discussion: PTSD, Peer Support, Retention and Recruitment with Veteran Police Officer JC
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we tackle some very heavy topics, PTSD, Peer Support, Recruitment and Retention. To help us tackle these intense topics, we are joined by Veteran Police Officer, JC, with over 18 years of experience. He has worked in detentions, patrol, CSI, SWAT, FTO, Honor Guard, and has been a sergeant. JC has been through…
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