Addiction Talk

American Addiction Centers
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“Addiction Talk” is a live online talk show dedicated to sharing the personal stories of celebrities, influencers and everyday people impacted by addiction. Through sharing our personal journeys, we break the stigma and shame of addiction, and provide hope and inspiration for the millions of Americans battling this disease every day – because we recover together.

  1. Sep 4

    From Childhood Trauma to Federal Prison: Jamie Leibert’s Story | Part 1

    Description: How does a child who knows he has potential end up struggling with drugs and eventually serving time in federal prison? In Part 1 of this three-part Addiction Talk conversation, host Joy Sutton sits down with Jamie Leibert to explore the early experiences that shaped his life. Jamie opens up about childhood trauma, abandonment, drug use, self-destructive behavior, and the path that ultimately led him to federal prison. While in solitary confinement, Jamie reached a breaking point. Tired of hurting, feeling helpless, and blaming others for his life, he sought help from a prison therapist—a relationship that would begin changing the way Jamie saw himself, his past, and his future. But leaving prison wouldn't mean leaving addiction and anger behind. Continue with Part 2 to hear what happened when Jamie returned to life outside prison—and why changing his life proved much more complicated than he expected.  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. Looking for more addiction-related content? Follow us on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok @americanaddictioncenters!  Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    From Childhood Trauma to Federal Prison: Jamie Leibert’s Story | Part 1

  2. Sep 4

    He Found Something More Powerful Than Addiction: Jamie Leibert’s Story | Part 2

    Jamie Leibert left federal prison with new tools and a new perspective—but he didn't walk out a completely changed man. In Part 2 of Addiction Talk, Jamie shares what happened after prison as he continued struggling with anger, addiction, relationships, and the unresolved trauma of his past. He explains how mixed martial arts taught him an unexpected lesson: instead of turning away when life hits you, sometimes you have to lean into it. That philosophy began changing the way Jamie approached problems, but even professional success and financial freedom weren't enough to keep him from returning to drugs.  Eventually, Jamie discovered wingsuiting and adventure sports—and something powerful enough to change what he wanted from his life. As he tells Joy, “I found something more powerful than addiction.” But was finding purpose enough to keep him from going back? Continue with Part 3 as Jamie reveals what happened next—and what he ultimately learned about relapse, environment, support, and recovery.  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    He Found Something More Powerful Than Addiction: Jamie Leibert’s Story | Part 2

  3. Sep 4

    Why Finding Purpose Wasn’t Enough: Addiction, Relapse & Recovery | Jamie Leibert Part 3

    Why Finding Purpose Wasn’t Enough: Addiction, Relapse & Recovery | Jamie Leibert Part 3 Description: Jamie Leibert had survived federal prison, built successful businesses, found adventure, and discovered something he believed was more powerful than addiction. But his recovery story wasn't that simple. In the conclusion of this three-part Addiction Talk conversation, Jamie gets candid about returning to drugs, the cycle of substance use that followed him for years, and the realization that passion and success alone couldn't solve everything. Jamie explains why he eventually had to change his environment, telling Joy, “I can't be sober and in a toxic environment.” He also discusses the importance of his wife, his support network, boundaries, and continuing to understand the trauma that contributed to his addiction.  The conversation ultimately comes full circle as Jamie discusses the life he's built today, his relationship, adventure, wingsuiting, and his ongoing pursuit of becoming the best version of himself.  Listen to the conclusion of Jamie Leibert's powerful story of addiction, prison, relapse, purpose, and personal transformation.  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    Why Finding Purpose Wasn’t Enough: Addiction, Relapse & Recovery | Jamie Leibert Part 3

  4. Aug 21

    Addiction Is Not a Moral Failing: Trust, Narcan & Harm Reduction | Linda Oxendine Part 2

    How do you save lives when addiction is still viewed as a moral failing? In Part 2 of Linda Oxendine's conversation on Addiction Talk: Expert Insights, Linda explains how CORE North Carolina began challenging stigma and bringing harm reduction, Narcan education and addiction awareness directly into the community. Linda discusses working with faith leaders, educating families about substance use disorders, and breaking down the misconception that someone experiencing addiction can simply decide to stop using. She also explains why trust is essential when working with Native American communities and why helping someone doesn't always begin with treatment or abstinence. Sometimes it begins by meeting a person where they are, keeping them alive and walking alongside them until they're ready for something different. Linda's message is simple but powerful: addiction isn't a moral failing, and recovery cannot be forced. But did this approach actually work? In Part 3, Linda reveals what happened after years of community outreach—including lives saved from overdose and measurable changes in her community.  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    Addiction Is Not a Moral Failing: Trust, Narcan & Harm Reduction | Linda Oxendine Part 2

  5. Aug 21

    Culture Is Medicine: A Native American Approach to Addiction Recovery | Linda Oxendine Part 3

    What happens when an entire community changes the way it responds to addiction? In the final part of Linda Oxendine's Addiction Talk: Expert Insights conversation, Linda shares the impact CORE North Carolina and its community partners have made in addressing opioid overdose and addiction in and around Robeson County. She shares powerful real-world examples of Narcan saving lives and explains why lasting change requires more than a short-term program. Communities need partnerships, addiction-trained healthcare professionals, education, trust and sustainable support. Linda also explores why culturally informed care is so important for Native American communities. She discusses reconnecting Lumbee Tribal Members with cultural traditions including dancing, drumming and talking circles—and explains why “culture is medicine.” The episode concludes with Linda's powerful message about how we should approach people experiencing addiction: “People are not projects to be fixed. They are sacred stories to be understood.”  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    Culture Is Medicine: A Native American Approach to Addiction Recovery | Linda Oxendine Part 3

  6. Aug 21

    The Hidden Opioid Crisis in Native American Communities | Linda Oxendine, Part 1

    In Part 1 of this Addiction Talk: Expert Insights conversation, Linda Oxendine, a Lumbee Tribal Member and member of CORE North Carolina, shares how her organization discovered a growing opioid and overdose crisis in Robeson County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Linda discusses why Native American communities were being disproportionately affected and explores the complex factors behind the crisis, including historical and generational trauma, loss of cultural identity, economic hardship, fentanyl, stigma, and barriers to addiction treatment. She also explains why many community leaders initially did not understand the scale of the problem—and how CORE realized that education, community involvement and a new approach to addiction would be essential to saving lives.  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    The Hidden Opioid Crisis in Native American Communities | Linda Oxendine, Part 1

  7. Jul 24

    Can Families Recover from Addiction Together? | Mark Rosman | Part 3

    Can a family truly heal after addiction? In the final chapter of this three-part conversation, Hollywood director Mark Rosman (Keep Coming Back, A Cinderella Story, Lizzie McGuire, Even Stevens) reflects on what recovery looked like—not just for his daughter, but for his entire family. After facing denial, fear, and one of the most difficult experiences a parent can endure, Mark shares the lessons that helped his family move forward. He discusses the importance of setting healthy boundaries, letting go of guilt, embracing family recovery, and finding hope even after addiction has changed everything. In this episode, you'll hear: Why recovery is a journey for the entire familyThe importance of healthy boundaries and self-careHow Mark's perspective as a father changed through the recovery processThe role of hope, healing, and resilienceEncouragement for families navigating addiction todayWhether you're supporting a loved one, working through your own recovery journey, or searching for hope after addiction has impacted your family, this conversation offers honest insight and practical encouragement. This episode concludes our three-part conversation with Mark Rosman. If you're just joining us, be sure to listen to Part 1: How Do You Know If Your Child Has an Addiction? and Part 2: How Do You Accept That Your Child Is an Addict?to hear the complete story from beginning to end. Thank you for listening to Addiction Talk, where real stories and expert insights inspire hope, healing, and recovery. Be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss future conversations with clinicians, people in recovery, family members, and experts working to change lives every day.  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. Looking for more addiction-related content? Follow us on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok @americanaddictioncenters!  Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    Can Families Recover from Addiction Together? | Mark Rosman | Part 3

  8. Jul 24

    How Can I Fix My Child Who Is an Addict? | Mark Rosman | Part 2

    How do you come to terms with the fact that your child is struggling with addiction? In Part 2 of this three-part conversation, Hollywood director Mark Rosman (Keep Coming Back, A Cinderella Story, Lizzie McGuire, Even Stevens) shares the heartbreaking moment his family could no longer deny the reality of his daughter's addiction. Mark opens up about hearing the devastating truth from an addiction specialist, the fear of losing his daughter, and the emotional toll addiction takes on parents and the entire family. He also discusses how support groups like Al-Anon helped him begin to understand that recovery isn't just for the person struggling with addiction—it's for the family, too. In this episode, you'll hear: The conversation that changed Mark's family foreverWhy accepting addiction is one of the hardest steps for parentsHow denial can delay getting helpThe emotional impact addiction has on loved onesWhy family recovery is just as important as individual recoveryIf you're a parent, spouse, sibling, or someone who loves a person struggling with addiction, this conversation offers honest insight, compassion, and hope from someone who has lived through it. 🎙 In Part 3, Mark shares what healing looked like for his family, the importance of setting healthy boundaries, and the lessons every family affected by addiction should hear. If this conversation has been meaningful to you, be sure to follow the podcast and listen to Part 3: Can Families Recover from Addiction Together?  Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org

    How Can I Fix My Child Who Is an Addict? | Mark Rosman | Part 2
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“Addiction Talk” is a live online talk show dedicated to sharing the personal stories of celebrities, influencers and everyday people impacted by addiction. Through sharing our personal journeys, we break the stigma and shame of addiction, and provide hope and inspiration for the millions of Americans battling this disease every day – because we recover together.

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  • Creator
    American Addiction Centers
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Addiction Talk
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    Addiction Talk

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