Episode 52 | Suboxone: Lifeline or Just Another Addiction?

Matt Bair and Ryan Hedrick are back for another deep dive into the realities of addiction and recovery. Today, we’re tackling Suboxone—one of the most debated drugs in the recovery world.

Some say it’s a lifesaver, giving people a real shot at staying off opioids. Others argue it’s just swapping one addiction for another, with its own set of side effects and risks. So what’s the truth? Does Suboxone truly help, or is it the disease in disguise?

We’ll break it all down—the claims that Suboxone gets you high, the medical community’s stance, and the real-life impact it has on people in recovery. Plus, we’ll hear from Brandon Dreiman, a former Indianapolis firefighter and recovering addict, who brings his own experience to the table.

This is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Let’s get into it.

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Medical & Addiction Recovery Resources

• SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) – www.samhsa.gov

  • Information on medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including Suboxone, plus a treatment locator.

• National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) – www.drugabuse.gov

  • Research-based information on Suboxone, opioid addiction, and recovery options.

• Mayo Clinic – www.mayoclinic.org

  • Medical perspective on Suboxone, including potential side effects and how it works.

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Additional Resources

• Al-Anon – Al-Anon.org
• AA Meetings – aa.rgroup.org/meetings
• NA Meetings – virtual-na.org
• Suicide Prevention Hotline – [phone]

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