The Other Side of Addiction

Al Richards

This is a podcast that focuses on addiction. It is an engaging and informative platform that explores various aspects of addiction, offering valuable insights, personal stories, expert interviews, and practical advice. Such a podcast seeks to raise awareness, foster understanding, and provide support for individuals struggling with addiction or those affected by it. The podcast may cover a wide range of addictive behaviors, including substance abuse, alcohol, gambling, sex, porn, gaming and more. It aims to shed light on the complexities and challenges faced by individuals dealing with addiction, while also addressing the impact on their relationships, mental health, and overall well-being. A podcast discussing addiction typically combines a compassionate and non-judgmental approach with evidence-based information and strategies. It may feature interviews with addiction specialists, psychologists, counselors, and individuals who have overcome addiction themselves. These discussions often touch upon the causes of addiction, physiological effects, treatment options, and the importance of support networks. The podcast may also delve into related topics like relapse prevention, coping mechanisms, harm reduction strategies, and the process of recovery. It can provide practical tips, resources, and techniques to manage cravings, develop healthy habits, and rebuild a fulfilling life after addiction. Listeners of an addiction-focused podcast can expect to gain a deeper understanding of addiction, dispel misconceptions, and discover valuable resources to support their own recovery or that of a loved one. The podcast serves as a source of inspiration, encouragement, and education, offering hope and a sense of community to those affected by addiction.

  1. 3d ago

    The Stoic Alcoholic: It's not Only About Counting Days With Benton Savage.

    This episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY/emergoacademy.com What if recovery wasn’t just about counting days… but about rebuilding your entire way of thinking? In this raw and unfiltered episode, I sit down with Benton Savage—author, entrepreneur, and a man who has lived through the chaos of addiction, relapse, and self-destruction. After 30 years of addiction, burned bridges, and countless setbacks, Benton reached a turning point—and what came next wasn’t just sobriety… it was transformation. From his powerful memoir WRONG SIDE OUT: MADNESS MISDIAGNOSED to his latest release The Stoic Alcoholic: It’s Not Only About Counting Days, Benton shares how Stoic principles, discipline, and radical self-responsibility became the foundation for rebuilding his life. This conversation goes deep. We talk about: The reality of multiple relapses and why they don’t define you The damage addiction leaves behind—and how to face it head-on Why counting days isn’t enough in recovery Applying Stoicism to real-life pain, struggle, and growth What it truly means to take control, find purpose, and choose a better path This episode isn’t polished. It’s not sugar-coated. It’s real. It’s honest. And it’s exactly what people need to hear. As Benton said himself: “It’s not just about quitting alcohol… it’s about taking control of your life.” If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or like you keep starting over—this one is for you.

    1h 6m
  2. The Stoic Alcoholic: It's not Only About Counting Days With Benton Savage.

    4d ago

    The Stoic Alcoholic: It's not Only About Counting Days With Benton Savage.

    What if recovery wasn’t just about counting days… but about rebuilding your entire way of thinking? In this raw and unfiltered episode, I sit down with Benton Savage—author, entrepreneur, and a man who has lived through the chaos of addiction, relapse, and self-destruction. After 30 years of addiction, burned bridges, and countless setbacks, Benton reached a turning point—and what came next wasn’t just sobriety… it was transformation. From his powerful memoir WRONG SIDE OUT: MADNESS MISDIAGNOSED to his latest release The Stoic Alcoholic: It’s Not Only About Counting Days, Benton shares how Stoic principles, discipline, and radical self-responsibility became the foundation for rebuilding his life. This conversation goes deep. We talk about: The reality of multiple relapses and why they don’t define you The damage addiction leaves behind—and how to face it head-on Why counting days isn’t enough in recovery Applying Stoicism to real-life pain, struggle, and growth What it truly means to take control, find purpose, and choose a better path This episode isn’t polished. It’s not sugar-coated. It’s real. It’s honest. And it’s exactly what people need to hear. As Benton said himself: “It’s not just about quitting alcohol… it’s about taking control of your life.” If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or like you keep starting over—this one is for you. https://www.amazon.com/Wrong-Side-Out-Madness-Misdiagnosed/dp/1968059326/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KAZMFE9MF3AF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.HEZmllB9mEY0K8hVYjhWFZHKb4V2qCPIiCfEe7PStpqM36cnFbeuUfCm4ksiovFu87WQqVeokmEfNhWFPWahaYT42Jn_dX3ZAIj96XrVs3pLjNmMEWF9YUaIAAWeN34aKzmifNo6xRn_12jCVLllZgXMStziaPRc322o3lGnJBWx12gRApZJHbRVkfP2rySLFOnIRgRBUyhr8bqQt8JIs8BqplriBTZMM1PTMuY3Z-4.6NOeKLE3FLqagG1plofUzLLbAyk00gYFPEebeIlJPs0&dib_tag=se&keywords=wrong+side+out&qid=1780684799&s=books&sprefix=wrong+side+out%2Cstripbooks%2C216&sr=1-1 https://www.amazon.com/Stoic-Alcoholic-Only-About-Counting-ebook/dp/B0H1NKWM6Q/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F0PSXGRMVIMH&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TzIgS0S896jZ7-mkvNMwn0bWTlZDgyObxNiF5XSwYj_-YMp_i0jplsyrAlvvNUipKYYTQubosG8-ZTceB94j-UrJhYzMihqkJX1rWlBRXvUMhxxfUL1250qE8iQ2MiAE1Vri5tiyd30VAhHlDa7HNJJpyo81bs3Vq1NKPcGp-Y1hhXMWM_DlqL-boIaesHqMJBbkBGGDcvYpD-jbGpMAiYE9yPvhMjGt264NQflftx4.jiH9i3yFX9a87QWIvrbm5xmxj1fmgzAS9yfH1HP8JNY&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+stoic+alcoholic&qid=1780684871&sprefix=the+stoic+al%2Caps%2C661&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/Free-SATISFIED-Benton-Savage/dp/B0F5H46CLK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2S0MN5BCCENZH&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZBQpw1oeguTTCyXL5Z6Mf6_GjrjX5moZ-aEqv17bH_RhKWHqVZYVMMmCx2sOHqLq-kCXzHEqz2uehCW72Wbr4b_jOmZig7j8DjJefbPjQnaZk-oYSAh3dNkZra2aVqD2Q4psCOQzFpoxoFClO_Vr0BbTXGKmaps38zvb1Yeb1t4s_V9n9fiZ_qrj4PqwnYB-LO5QMf-wR1-DW9ZofhatIcvIDO8emvAkGLPSPFGeDOk.1DKBa-vUkHa0foBidKXp2sdzkBSN9gLEq4ryLqW0RvE&dib_tag=se&keywords=free+and+satisfied&qid=1780685015&s=books&sprefix=free+and+satisfied%2Cstripbooks%2C2623&sr=1-1 https://www.amazon.com/Fortune-Cookies-sayings-navigate-challenges-ebook/dp/B0GLLLNJY5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3W05GENL1NZ1S&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4proDU_iUUDlV6fBdn7zAeR0z3e-qgJqGekrw-kTj2k.-O_VhhqpiR1j3YfatOfqGQsvHIQB8CigOe5xLhkb9u4&dib_tag=se&keywords=fortune+cookies+by+Benton+Savage&qid=1780685084&s=books&sprefix=fortune+cookies+by+benton+savage%2Cstripbooks%2C541&sr=1-1

    1h 6m
  3. 6d ago

    The Breath Box, The Magical Combination with Laura Anderson

    This episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoacademy.com Today’s episode, “The Breath Box, The Magical Combination,” was a powerful conversation with Laura Anderson, Manager of The Breath Box Studio. We explored a different kind of healing—one that goes beyond talking and reaches into the body, the nervous system, and the breath itself. Laura shared how The Breath Box creates a deeply immersive experience through a unique combination of breathing techniques, sound, tones, hertz, and frequencies designed to help people regulate the body, release emotional blocks, and reconnect with themselves in a profound way. We talked about the importance of understanding that the brain is not a Google search—it doesn’t instantly process pain, trauma, stress, or life’s hardest experiences. It needs time, space, and the right environment to slow down, feel safe, and heal. This episode highlights how intentional breathwork can support somatic healing, emotional clarity, inner peace, and a more grounded life. If you’ve been carrying stress, anxiety, guilt, trauma, or emotional heaviness, this conversation opens the door to a healing modality that is both powerful and deeply personal. Free Breath Box Online Community Event: April 17th @ 6pm CST "Stress & Anxiety" Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/99685419246?pwd=xlbuZCjz6x4RR93ZfWffsD31ZIcIYK.1 Laura Anderson Breath Box Studio Manager Laura@breathbox.studio -Just Put The Headphones On- (210) 560 0377

    1h 1m
  4. You Can Do More From The Outside; Action Is Contagious With Susan Bond

    May 25

    You Can Do More From The Outside; Action Is Contagious With Susan Bond

    This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY/emergoacademy.com Today’s episode is titled… “You Can Do More From The Outside; Action Is Contagious.” Have you ever realized… that sometimes the greatest impact you can make isn’t from the inside of something—but from the outside, simply by taking action? In this conversation, we go beyond surface-level faith and step into something deeper… something more personal. We talk about how love can grow in the smallest, most unexpected places… why God isn’t confined to a building on Sunday… and how your relationship with your Creator has nothing to do with religion—and everything to do with connection. Because let’s be honest… religion is man-made. Faith? That’s personal. That’s real. That’s between you and something greater. And my guest today, Susan Bond, brought a perspective that hit me hard. She said: “My role is simply to be the spark… to speak words that stir you to seek your significance and find your specific role.” That right there… that’s what this episode is about. Finding your role. Taking action. And realizing that when you move—others move too. Because action… is contagious. FaceYourStorm.org - Nonprofit resource hub for trauma recovery and rehabilitation. SaveBuildProtect.com - No cost financial benefits for employers, employees, and individuals. ActionIsContagious.com - Updates on Susan's Book: ACTION IS CONTAGIOUS - Why You're Here and What You're Supposed to Do About It. SusanBond.com - Learn more about Susan and connect with her personally.

    1h 5m
  5. HUSS Alignment; The Truth That Changes Everything With Peter Anthony

    May 21

    HUSS Alignment; The Truth That Changes Everything With Peter Anthony

    The episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoacademy.com There’s a dangerous illusion that lives even inside recovery… The belief that “my way is the way.” Today’s conversation with Peter Anthony challenged that head-on. We talked about spirituality, ego, and the uncomfortable truth that even in spaces meant for healing… people still judge, shame, and divide. We convince ourselves we’re different. Unique. Set apart. But the truth? We’re not as different as we think. We’re all searching for the same things: Peace. Purpose. Freedom. Love. And yet… some still shame others for how they get there. Because their path didn’t look the same. Because it didn’t require the same tools. Because it didn’t follow the same rules. But here’s the shift— Recovery is not about discipline alone. It’s about learning to love yourself enough to choose life. Not once… but over and over again. And when we shame someone for how they heal… That’s not strength. That’s ego. That’s immaturity. That’s forgetting what it felt like to be broken. The Truth That Changes Everything There may be sacred texts. There may be teachings. There may be principles. But there is no single human path that fits every soul. God didn’t create copies. He created individuals. And every path is personal. So when we judge someone else’s recovery… We’re not protecting truth. We’re protecting our ego. Stop asking, “Why aren’t they doing it my way?” Start asking, “Are they healing?” Because if they are… Then love them. Support them. Respect them. Replace judgment with compassion. Replace ego with humility. Replace shame with love. This is exactly why Healing Utah Success Summit exists. Because we are done with: ❌ Policing recovery ❌ Ranking journeys ❌ Shaming people for surviving differently And we are standing for something greater: ✔️ Compassion over stigma ✔️ Truth over silence ✔️ Education over judgment ✔️ Hope over shame We believe: There is no single path to recovery. Only the courage to begin. And if someone is choosing life— no matter what that looks like— That is worth celebrating. healingsuccesssummit.com The INCubator... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YGM8_J8mT8w?feature=share http://theincubatormarketingagency.com

    1h 13m
  6. Integrating Wellness Practices For A Fulfilling Life

    May 18

    Integrating Wellness Practices For A Fulfilling Life

    This episode was sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY / emergoacademy.com The Other Side of Addiction Podcast will soon by changing to "THROUGH THE STORM" Integrating Wellness Practices For A Fulfilling Life with Will Miller is a powerful conversation about what it really means to heal from the inside out. We talked about the message in the mirror—that moment when you stop looking at your reflection and start looking into your truth. Eye to eye. Soul to soul. Because real healing begins when we’re willing to go deeper than the surface and ask, Who am I really? What am I carrying? What needs to change? Will brought a powerful reminder that healing is not just one thing. It’s not just nutrition. It’s not just spirituality. It’s not just physical health. It’s not just mindset. It’s all of it working together—body, mind, and soul. So many people are struggling, not because they’re broken, but because their environment, lifestyle, habits, thoughts, and daily inputs are working against the life they truly want. Change your environment, and you begin changing your life. This episode is a reminder that wellness is not a quick fix. It’s a full-life practice. What we feed our body matters. What we feed our mind matters. What we allow into our spirit matters. Because when we begin to align nutrition, spirituality, physical health, and holistic healing, we don’t just survive life—we begin to fulfill it. Check out Will's Book, "Eyes Wide Open" it can be found on AMAZON Unlock the Power Within and Awaken to a New Reality In Eyes Wide Open: A Journey Beyond the Human Condition, you are invited on a transformative journey to discover your true potential and reclaim your inner power. As the world around us faces unprecedented challenges and uncertainty, the time has come to shift our focus inward, awaken our consciousness, and reconnect with the deeper truths that have been hidden beneath the surface. https://www.amazon.com/Eyes-Wide-Open-Journey-Condition/dp/B0DLD9VYL4/ref=sr_1_3?

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This is a podcast that focuses on addiction. It is an engaging and informative platform that explores various aspects of addiction, offering valuable insights, personal stories, expert interviews, and practical advice. Such a podcast seeks to raise awareness, foster understanding, and provide support for individuals struggling with addiction or those affected by it. The podcast may cover a wide range of addictive behaviors, including substance abuse, alcohol, gambling, sex, porn, gaming and more. It aims to shed light on the complexities and challenges faced by individuals dealing with addiction, while also addressing the impact on their relationships, mental health, and overall well-being. A podcast discussing addiction typically combines a compassionate and non-judgmental approach with evidence-based information and strategies. It may feature interviews with addiction specialists, psychologists, counselors, and individuals who have overcome addiction themselves. These discussions often touch upon the causes of addiction, physiological effects, treatment options, and the importance of support networks. The podcast may also delve into related topics like relapse prevention, coping mechanisms, harm reduction strategies, and the process of recovery. It can provide practical tips, resources, and techniques to manage cravings, develop healthy habits, and rebuild a fulfilling life after addiction. Listeners of an addiction-focused podcast can expect to gain a deeper understanding of addiction, dispel misconceptions, and discover valuable resources to support their own recovery or that of a loved one. The podcast serves as a source of inspiration, encouragement, and education, offering hope and a sense of community to those affected by addiction.