Best Substanceabuse Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 524 Understanding Love & its Origins - EP 1of 3 43:18

16h ago43:18

43:18

Episode Title: Introduction to the Love Series Episode Description: In this exciting new series on Celeste's Therapist Podcast, Celeste dives into the multifaceted topic of love. Whether you're struggling with self-love, facing challenges in relationships, or find that your understanding of love is evolving, this series is for you. Over the next th…

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089: The Biggest Journey of My Life 25:58

2d ago25:58

25:58

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this solo episode, I share the 2022 Costa Rica plant medicine journey that became “the integration of a lifetime.” We dive into how a mystical experience reshaped my calling to serve as a psychedelic concierge. I also walk us through the 10 essentials for …

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EP 523 Celebrating Jeff Rogers:Lessons on Love and Life 47:54

3d ago47:54

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Episode Summary: Dedication to Jeff Rogers In this heartfelt episode of the Celeste Therapist Podcast, we pay tribute to Jeff Rogers on his birthday, celebrating his pivotal role in the podcast's history. Jeff, known for his thought-provoking views and ability to challenge conventional thinking, was instrumental in the creation of the popular segme…

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Discovering the Man Within: Sathiya Sam 43:39

3d ago43:39

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In this episode of the Addict IIAthlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson speaks with Sathiya Sam about the complexities of pornography addiction, its impact on individuals and relationships, and the importance of open conversations about sexuality. Sathiya shares his personal journey of overcoming a 15-year addiction and discusses the significance of co…

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Next Generation Recovery Leaders: Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano Part 1 21:42

3d ago21:42

21:42

Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano discuss the history and current status of youth peer support with host Rowan Willis-Gorman. This episode is part of a series featuring youth peer workers and recovery innovators discussing how to improve and uplift behavioral health systems for youth. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training…

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088: Dr. Ben Malcolm | Psychedelics, Safety & Freedom 57:15

9d ago57:15

57:15

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this in-person conversation from Costa Rica, Dr. Ben Malcolm (Spirit Pharmacist) explores psychedelic healing, cognitive liberty, “green pharmacy,” and what it really takes to keep people safe. Ben shares why psychedelics are more than clinical tools — the…

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EP 522 Understanding Seasonal Depression 23:42

18d ago23:42

23:42

Episode Summary: Understanding Seasonal Depression Welcome to another episode of Celeste the Therapist podcast! In this episode, Celeste, a therapist from Boston, dives into the topic of seasonal depression. She discusses common symptoms, possible causes, and effective strategies to manage and overcome this condition. Celeste emphasizes the importa…

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087: How To Trust the Moment You’re In 19:16

16d ago19:16

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless⁠ In this episode, I explore the power of living in the present moment and letting go of old identities, financial fears, and external validation. We uncover the practices for grounding, regulating, and trusting yourself—even when life feels uncertain. Moment…

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Embracing the Process with Ultra Runner, Jaime McDonald 45:53

17d ago45:53

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Athlete's Take Your Mark, Get Set, Its Time for the Addict II Athlete Podcast! In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Jamie McDonald, an ultra runner and nutrition coach in recovery. They discuss Jamie's journey through addiction, the importance of support systems, and how athletics can serve as a powerful t…

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Starting a Recovery Residence 21:04

17d ago21:04

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Fred Way and Katie Boardman discuss starting new recovery residences with host Ashley Stewart. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training updates, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube for more resources to grow your impact. Learn More Fred Way, Pennsylvania Alliance of Recovery Residences National Alliance for Recovery Res…

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086: Erin Atkinson | Healing Disconnection Through Psychedelics & Nature 1:05:33

24d ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Erin Atkinson is founder of Prism Wellness, for a deep and insightful discussion on animism, earth medicine, and ketamine-assisted therapy. Erin shares how her journey with ancestral wisdom and nature connection has shaped her healing practices, offering a ho…

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EP 521 Moving Forward and Integrating the Inner Child- Episode 5 of 5 31:36

29d ago31:36

31:36

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the vital process of integrating your healed inner child into your daily life. Join Celeste the Therapist as she discusses the ongoing journey of healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of nurturing your inner child and seeking support when needed. We'll share practical techniques for main…

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085: Darkness To Rebirth: My Call to Adventure 24:59

1M ago24:59

24:59

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Coach Blu Q&A 45:56

1M ago45:56

45:56

OUR HOSTING SIGHT IS BACK UP! In today's episode of Addict II Athlete, Coach Blu sits down to answer listener-submitted questions about recovery, mental health, and building a life beyond addiction. With his signature blend of compassion, humor, and real-world insight, Coach Blu dives deep into topics that matter most to the recovery community — fr…

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Next Generation Recovery Leaders: John Dellick 17:13

1M ago17:13

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John Dellick and host Rowan Willis-Gorman share what it is like to find the path from youth advocate to advocate for youth. This episode is part of a series featuring youth peer workers and recovery innovators discussing how to improve and uplift behavioral health systems for youth. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and trainin…

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Ep 520: Healing Techniques and Strategies for Your Inner Child Episode 4 of 5 27:44

1M ago27:44

27:44

Episode Summary: In Episode 4 of Celeste's Therapist Podcast, Celeste delves into effective healing techniques and strategies to support your inner child's journey. This installment is part of a comprehensive five-part series focused on healing your inner child. Celeste begins with a quick recap of the previous episodes: exploring the concept of th…

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084: Clint Kyles | Mushrooms Reinforced My Faith 1:18:31

1M ago1:18:31

1:18:31

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this episode, we welcome Clint Kyles, host of The Psychedelic Christian Podcast, for a grounded, nuanced conversation on Christianity and psychedelics. Clint shares how early experiences informed—rather than contradicted—his faith, and why discernment and …

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Next Generation Recovery Leaders: Natalia Muñoz & Ash Wheeler 23:33

2M ago23:33

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Natalia Muñoz and Ash Wheeler share insights about youth peer support and mentorship with host Rowan Willis-Gorman. Mentorship is ingrained in most peer spaces, but is uniquely important in youth and near-age peer support, existing in the relationships between youth peer workers and the youth they serve and between youth peer workers as they develo…

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083: Jeremy Lipkowitz | Addiction Is Just Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms...How To Fix Them 1:04:21

2M ago1:04:21

1:04:21

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Jeremy Lipkowitz is a mindfulness coach, meditation teacher, and host of the Unhooked podcast. In this episode, he shares how neuroscience and Buddhist practice helped him break free from porn addiction—and why recovery is really about learning healthier ways…

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Unlocking Potential with Coach Delmont Madison & Dr. Robiaun Charles 43:05

2M ago43:05

43:05

In this episode of the Addict II Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages with Coach Delmont Madison and Dr. Robiaun Charles to discuss the transformative power of athletics in youth development. They explore the importance of teamwork, the role of ego, and the mindset necessary for athletes to succeed both on and off the field. The conversation…

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EP 519 Nurturing Your Inner Child: Episode 3 of 5 36:40

2M ago36:40

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Episode 519: Nurturing Your Inner Child (Part 3 of 5) Join Celeste, a Boston-based therapist, in this enlightening episode of Celeste, the Therapist Podcast. As part of a five-part series on healing your inner child, this episode focuses on nurturing the inner child. Celeste provides valuable insights and practical steps to help you understand and …

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Finding Flow for Recovery with Josh Dickson 49:46

2M ago49:46

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In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson speaks with Josh Dickson, therapist, about the transformative power of flow states in recovery. They explore how movement, particularly surfing, can facilitate healing and personal growth. Josh shares insights from his experience as an addictions counselor and trauma specialist, e…

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082: One Year Living In Costa Rica 26:04

2M ago26:04

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless From surfing and sauna/cold plunge to boundary-setting and family healing, I share what the jungle taught me about allowing rather than forcing. Plus, a look at psychedelic-assisted therapy and why integration—not shortcuts—changes lives. Moments From The Sho…

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Learning from Recovery Elders: Bill Stauffer 20:27

2M ago20:27

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Bill Stauffer shares insights on recovery movement history and how current leaders can come together with host Livia Davis. This episode is part of a series where we share the wisdom amassed by recovery leaders over the past 5 decades and reflect on the journeys that have laid groundwork for today's recovery movement. Visit c4innovates.com, subscri…

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The War on Drugs: Deceptive Pharma; Purdue and the Sackler's Part 5 52:55

2M ago52:55

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In this powerful conclusion to our "War on Drugs" series, we confront the opioid epidemic that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives and reshaped the landscape of addiction in America. We trace the origins of the crisis back to Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, whose aggressive marketing of OxyContin in the 1990s and early 2000s helped nor…

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081: Healing the Inner Child With Dr. Keean Menard 1:04:05

2M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Dr. Keean Menard, a renowned therapist, joins Jesse Harless for episode six to explore the transformative journey of healing the inner child and breaking free from the fawn response. From reparenting yourself to embracing the loving adult self, this episode d…

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EP 518 Exploring Childhood Experiences: How They Shape Our Adult Lives Episode 2 of 5 27:30

2M ago27:30

27:30

In this episode of the Celeste Therapist Podcast, Celeste, a therapist from Boston, continues her five-part series on healing the inner child. If you haven't listened to Episode 1, "Healing the Inner Child," it's suggested to start there for context and continuity. The series aims to help listeners understand themselves better by examining how chil…

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The War on Drugs : This is Your Brain on Drugs Part 4 1:01:29

2M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

In this episode of Addict to Athlete, host Coach Blu Robinson continues his powerful War on Drugs series with its fourth installment, taking listeners deep into one of the most controversial chapters of America's anti-drug efforts. Coach Blu examines the Reagan administration of the 1980s, the rise of the "Just Say No" campaign, and the overwhelmin…

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080: Ross Dillon | The Vision That Made Him Change Everything 1:07:34

2M ago1:07:34

1:07:34

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Ross Dillon, content strategist at psychedelics.com and creator of the viral TikTok channel Ross Talks Comics, shares his extraordinary journey—from seeing his own death during an LSD experience, to overcoming chronic migraines with psilocybin, to leaving beh…

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Learning from Recovery Elders: Harvey Rosenthal 22:43

2M ago22:43

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Harvey Rosenthal shares his perspectives about the rights of people in mental health recovery and the power of peer support with host Livia Davis. This episode is part of a series where we share the wisdom amassed by recovery leaders over the past 5 decades and reflect on the journeys that have laid groundwork for today's recovery movement. Visit c…

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079: Jeffrey Sorenson | From Prison To Purpose 1:12:17

3M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Jeffrey Sorenson, founder of Breath Army, joins us to share his incredible journey from addiction and incarceration to mastering breath work and cold therapy. He discusses how conscious breathing and radical self-ownership transformed his life, offering tools…

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The War on Drugs: WWII Part 3 58:31

3M ago58:31

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In this episode of The Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu delves into the profound impact World War II had on soldiers, focusing on the often-overlooked aftermath of addiction among veterans. He explores how the intense pressures of war led to widespread use of substances like methamphetamines, particularly highlighting Nazi Germany's controversi…

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Ep 517 Exploring Inner Child Healing: Episode 1 of 5 23:36

3M ago23:36

23:36

Episode Title: Healing Your Inner Child - Part 1 Episode Summary: Welcome to another episode of Celeste the Therapist podcast! In this special five-part series, Celeste, a therapist from Boston, dives deep into the important and transformative topic of healing your inner child. In this first episode, Celeste explains what inner child healing is and…

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078: Matt Zemon | Psychedelics Are Catalysts, Not Cures 1:12:49

3M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless My Free Self-Regulation Guide https://shorturl.at/jEJG3 My Book - If Not You, Then Who? https://www.amazon.com/dp/1733531610 My Coaching Program https://www.jesseharless.com/coaching Matt Zemon, author of The Psychedelics for Everyone series, joins us to talk…

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The War on Drugs: The Nixon Administration Part 2 54:11

3M ago54:11

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This episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast delves into the origins and consequences of the War on Drugs, focusing on the pivotal role played by President Richard Nixon and his administration. We explore how Nixon, in the early 1970s, declared drug abuse "public enemy number one," launching a nationwide campaign aimed at eradicating illegal drug …

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Learning from Recovery Elders: Lonnetta Albright 22:43

3M ago22:43

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Lonnetta Albright shares insights about the recovery movement and peer support with host Livia Davis. This episode is second in a series where we share the wisdom amassed by recovery leaders over the past 5 decades and reflect on the journeys that have laid groundwork for today's recovery movement. Join us for future episodes! Visit c4innovates.com…

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077: I had no plan. No business. Just a belief. 24:17

3M ago24:17

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this solo episode of Entrepreneurs in Recovery, I’m sharing one of the most pivotal moments of my life—when I walked away from a six-figure corporate job in 2017 with nothing but a handwritten goal card and a vision. I had no clear plan, just a deep knowin…

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The War on Drugs: The History of Alcohol Part 1 47:43

3M ago47:43

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In this special episode, Coach Blu launches a multi-episode series on the war on drugs by delving into the fascinating and complex history of alcohol. Listen as Coach Blu traces the origins of alcohol, exploring its ancient beginnings and the pivotal role it has played throughout human civilization. From its early uses in rituals and medicine to it…

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076: Jill Sitnick | What Trauma Steals From Us 1:11:30

3M ago1:11:30

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Jill Sitnick, an advocate for MDMA-assisted therapy, shares her profound journey of healing PTSD through psychedelic medicine. With a background transitioning from a high school English teacher to a trauma-informed guide, Jill recounts her transformative expe…

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Middle Place of Recovery with Mallary Tenore 46:18

3M ago46:18

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In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Mallary Tenore Tarpley, a journalist and author, about her experiences with eating disorders and the concept of recovery. They discuss the importance of vulnerability in storytelling, the misconceptions surrounding eating disorders, and the impact of social media on bod…

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Learning From Recovery Elders: Mark Jenkins 22:42

3M ago22:42

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Mark Jenkins shares his insights and experiences providing harm reduction services in Connecticut with host Livia Davis. This episode is first in a series where we share the wisdom amassed by recovery leaders over the past 5 decades and reflect on the journeys that have laid groundwork for today's recovery movement. Join us for future episodes! Vis…

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EP 516 Practical Grounding Methods to Combat Anxiety 25:22

4M ago25:22

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In this episode of Celeste the Therapist Podcast, Celeste shares insights from her recent trip to Ghana, reflecting on the nation's rich history and its leaders' efforts towards liberation. She discusses how the experience has reinvigorated her dedication to her work in mental health and social justice. Celeste also introduces the topic of groundin…

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