5d ago

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 15 - Feat MILLIE GOOCH (Author and Founder of Sober Girl Society)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your weekly essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. This is a special episode to proudly support International Overdose Awareness Day. Whilst 25 years of progress have been made in harm reduction and education, drug overdoses remain a critical, preventable public health crisis affecting millions of families globally IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice. MILLIE GOOCH is a prominent British author, speaker, and sobriety advocate who is widely recognised as a leading voice in the UK’s modern "sober-curious" and alcohol-free movement, having founded the world-wide community Sober Girl Society. Millie's brand book Hangxiety: How Alcohol Messes with Your Mind will be released on September 8, 2026 We do not have an interview with a former resident this week but with two people working within vital organisations in the recovery community. We are joined by MICK from NEW VISION, in Bradford. To coincide with International Overdose Awareness Day, Mick speaks about the drug and alcohol service's groundbreaking campaign, "You Can Save A Life". This initiative provides public health training to prevent drug overdose deaths and support individuals struggling with substance or alcohol use. NEW VISON are providing free take-home Naloxone kits and training across the Bradford district. Naxalone is: A life-saving medicine that temporarily reverses opioid overdoses from drugs like heroin, fentanyl, and prescription painkillers. Easy to use by anyone in an emergency—you do not need to be a doctor or nurse. Available as an injection or a nasal spray We also speak to PENNY WILLIAMS from THE KENWARD TRUST and CHOICES REHABS, as the Open Houses 2026 campaign launches. This major national initiative across England runs throughout September 2026. It will open the doors of state-funded residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres to commissioners, clinicians, policymakers, journalists, and local community members. Coinciding with international Recovery Month, the goal is to break down social stigmas, showcase structured, evidence-based care, and advocate for fairer access to treatment funding CONTACT NEW VISION AND SEE THEIR CAMPAIGN HERE https://newvisionbradford.org.uk/you-can-save-a-life-powerful-new-campaign-to-prevent-drug-deaths/ FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OPEN HOUSES 2026 HERE https://www.openhouses.org.uk/ IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts (Number 10 in the global Mental Health charts), as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple or Spotify - we would love you to leave us a review. SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Aug 24

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 14 - Feat OLIVER MASON (Actor)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your weekly essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts (Number 10 in the global Mental Health charts), as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple or Spotify - we would love you to leave us a review. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice. OLIVER MASON is a prominent British actor, voice-over artist, and mental health advocate. He is widely recognised for his extensive 20-year career spanning television, film, theatre, and video games, alongside his high-profile advocacy work as an ambassador for Alcohol Change UK. He also produces his own podcast, School of Rock Bottom: Having been sober since 2015, his podcast explicitly explores mental health, addiction, and recovery within the creative industries. Another former resident of Ark House PHIL joins us to share his story of recovery, in the hope it can help others listening. We are also joined by MATTHEW BUTLER (Renew, Hull/Believe In People podcast) and HENRY BEERCOCK (Alcohull Free, Empty Chairs and Schmaltz Brew) who chat to us about how important it is to have sober events in the community, especially for those bridging the gap between addiction treatment and normal living again. This week see's the launch of Henry's first drink - and Hull's first alcohol free beer. It's called Tropic'ull CONTACT HENRY BEERCOCK TO FIND OUT MORE https://www.alcohullfree.com/ LISTEN TO BELIEVE IN PEOPLE PODCAST HOSTED BY MATTHEW https://www.believeinpeoplepodcast.com/ LISTEN AND WATCH SCHOOL OF ROCK BOTTOM https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc_7kXuZoYVsGcykQ7_K14zAMyKTk4Nw9 PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW If you are enjoying this series please leave us a review on Apple or Spotify SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Aug 17

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 13 - Feat JOE TRACINI (Hollyoaks)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your weekly essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts (Number 10 in the global Mental Health charts), as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple or Spotify - we would love you to leave us a review. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice. JOE TRACINI is an acclaimed English actor, comedian, television presenter, and author widely recognised for his roles in Hollyoaks, My Spy Family and the stage show Spamalot. He is also renowned for his powerful and candid advocacy for mental health awareness. Joe speaks to us in this episode, not only about his addiction battle but also his diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder and ADHD. Former resident of Ark House CELINE walks back up the stairs of our treatment centre to share her story of recovery, in the hope it can help others listening. We are also joined by INIOBONG UDO from LikeWise Sheffield, one of the leading drug and alcohol services in the UK. Iniobong is a regular guest who gives us game changing advice. This week we talk about the Coping With Anger and coping strategies to help calm up down and think rationally. PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Aug 12 · Bonus

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 12 BONUS - KAVANA (90's Pop Star and Author)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review. In this BONUS EPISODE we welcome back pop star KAVANA who was one of our first ever guests. He has just released the paperback edition of his amazing book Popstars, which looks at his journey with addiction. Anthony recently visited Ark House Rehab to help celebrate the opening of a new building which will benefit future residents of our treatment centre. In this bonus episode Sam reads some highlights from the book and discusses Anthony's recovery journey with him. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. BUY POPSCARS NOW https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pop-Scars-Addiction-Unflinching-unmissable/dp/1785123157 If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Aug 10

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 11- Feat EMRHYS COOPER (Coronation Street, Desperate Housewives, Mamma Mia)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your weekly essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts (Number 10 in the global Mental Health charts), as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple or Spotify - we would love you to leave us a review. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice. EMRHYS COOPER is an actor who has starred in some of the world's biggest TV shows including Coronation Street, Desperate Housewives, CSI : NY and the film Mamma Mia. He also went down a dark road in addiction. He has kindly given up his time to carry the message of recovery. In this honest and inspiring chat we talk to Emrhys about how he found sobriety. Former resident of Ark House KASH is back to talk about her battle with addiction. She wants to share her story to help others who may be struggling. We are also joined by MICHAEL WATERS from Forward Leeds, one of the leading drug and alcohol services in the UK. Michael is a regular guest who gives us game changing advice. This week we talk about the Stages Of Change. The Stages of Change model, also known as the Transtheoretical Model (TTM), explains how people modify behaviour. It shows that change is a gradual process with five or six main steps: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and sometimes relapse PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Aug 3

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 10 - FAMILY SPECIAL (Son and Mum's Journey Of Addiction)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple or Spotify- we would love you to leave us a review. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this very special episode we break away from our normal format and bring you a FAMILY SPECIAL. Addiction creates a powerful ripple effect in families, causing emotional distress, financial strain, and broken trust. Every person in the home absorbs the stress and instability. What will happen next? Loved ones often blame themselves or feel deep grief over the changes in the person. Broken promises and hidden habits can destroy a family, and to share their story, SI and his Mum JEANNIE join us to each tell their side of a journey, that was a long battle with Si's alcoholism. It's a powerful and tough listen but we hope that by Si and Jeannie opening up about their experiences with addiction and carrying the message of recovery, their words can inspire action for anyone listening. Our hosts with lived experience, SAM and RICHARD also chat about how their families dealt with their own substance misuse. If you are a family member looking for advice or help - You can reach out to the following organisations. AL ANON https://al-anonuk.org.uk/ ADDICTION FAMILY SUPPORT https://addictionfamilysupport.org.uk/ ADFAM https://adfam.org.uk If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Jul 27 · Bonus

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 9 BONUS - CELEBRITIES SO FAR

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this BONUS EPISODE we bring you some highlights of the celebrities who have shared their recovery stories with us so far in Season Two. If you are new to listening this will give you a taster of what to expect. If you are one of our recovery family already, its a chance to reflect on the stories that have made IN RECOVERY the podcast that is helping people around the world. ULRIKA JONSSON (Gladiators, Shooting Stars) JOHN ROBINS (Comedian, Author and Podcaster) ORE ODUBA (TV presenter, Stage Star and Winner of Strictly Come Dancing) DAVID SCHALL (The Inbetweeners, The Office) CHRIS KIRKLAND (Former Goalkeeper) Season Two continues with a brand new episode on the 3rd August PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Jul 20

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 8 - Feat LUKE BATEMAN (Australian Rugby League)

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season. We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review. IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice. LUKE BATEMAN is a former professional rugby league footballer playing in the Australian National Rugby League notably for the Canberra Raiders. He finished in the top 3 of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of here and was one of the stars of Season 11 of The Bachelors Australia. In 2021 however checked into rehab after finally being able to come to terms with what had been a hidden gambling addiction for years, that cost him almost 300,000 pounds. He is now walking a new path in recovery becoming one of Australia’s most unlikely book influencers and soon to be published author. Former resident of Ark House KATIE is back to talk about her recovery journey. She was discharged from Ark House Rehab for breaking the rules and having a relationship whilst in treatment. She wants to share her story to help others who may be struggling. We are also joined by ROSE from New Vision in Bradford which is a free, confidential drug and alcohol service in West Yorkshire. We speak to Rose who is recovery co-ordinator about the Ket Effect - a campaign launched by New Vision to highlight the massive surge in popularity of Ketamine. NEW VISION - THE KET EFFECT Watch the Ket Effect campaign film https://www.facebook.com/reel/767319296001026 PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today.... PHONE 01723 371869 EMAIL info@arkhouserehab.co.uk ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk FACEBOOK @arkhouserehabltd INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 15 - Feat MILLIE GOOCH (Author and Founder of Sober Girl Society)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 14 - Feat OLIVER MASON (Actor)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 13 - Feat JOE TRACINI (Hollyoaks)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 12 BONUS - KAVANA (90's Pop Star and Author)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 11- Feat EMRHYS COOPER (Coronation Street, Desperate Housewives, Mamma Mia)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 10 - FAMILY SPECIAL (Son and Mum's Journey Of Addiction)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 9 BONUS - CELEBRITIES SO FAR

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 8 - Feat LUKE BATEMAN (Australian Rugby League)

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IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 15 - Feat MILLIE GOOCH (Author and Founder of Sober Girl Society)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 14 - Feat OLIVER MASON (Actor)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 13 - Feat JOE TRACINI (Hollyoaks)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 12 BONUS - KAVANA (90's Pop Star and Author)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 11- Feat EMRHYS COOPER (Coronation Street, Desperate Housewives, Mamma Mia)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 10 - FAMILY SPECIAL (Son and Mum's Journey Of Addiction)

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 9 BONUS - CELEBRITIES SO FAR

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast - S2 EP 8 - Feat LUKE BATEMAN (Australian Rugby League)

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