Real Recovery Talk

Real Recovery Talk

We are a podcast dedicated to sobriety and recovery from alcohol and drugs. (And whatever other addiction that is out there) It doesn't matter what you have been through in the past. We have all done very bad things in our addiction. This does not define who we are. We know there is a way out of addiction. Family and loved ones, you play a part in this as well. There are plenty of stories out there of families and loved ones not knowing what to do with their addicted loved one. Let us guide you on the right things to do and the right decisions to make to ensure that you and your loved one gets the help that you need.

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September 24, 2025 • 53 mins

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Fifteen years. Zero drinks. Thousands of days in recovery.

In this special episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom reflects on what it takes to reach a milestone few ever see: 15 years of continuous sobriety. 

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Most people think alcoholism is easy to spot — heavy drinking, blackouts, or DUIs. But the truth is, some of the most dangerous signs are the subtle ones you’re probably missing.

In this video, I break down five hidden signs of alcoholism that don’t always get talked about but can completely change the way you view addiction. These...

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Mattie Johnson, a firefighter who was told he would never ride a fire truck again. Why? Because alcohol nearly killed him.

For years, Mattie lived fast — drinking hard, partying, and pushing his limits while...

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom and Ben sit down with Franchesca, who shares her powerful story of getting clean without traditional addiction treatment. After multiple failed attempts at rehab, Franchesca found recovery in the rooms of a 12-step fellowship — and she’s been clean for 13 years.

This conversation dives int...

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August 27, 2025 • 29 mins

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In today’s episode, Erik takes us through A Vision For You from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/partners-family-and-friends/rrt

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August 24, 2025 • 11 mins

Do you have someone in your life that struggles with addiction and you feel lost or alone? Join us here! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

We are excited for this new adventure, and freaked out a little bit too!

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What happens when a woman struggling with addiction becomes pregnant — and discovers there are little to no resources to help her? In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom and Ben sit down with Heather, a researcher and advocate, to unpack the hidden struggles women face when battling addic...

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In today’s episode, Erik takes us through Working with Others: Part 2 from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/partners-family-and-friends/rrt

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August 17, 2025 • 58 mins

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I was listening to a guy on a podcast talk about what it really takes to build a successful business. He said most entrepreneurs spend the first...

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with George, who recently graduated with not one — but two master’s degrees. His story is a powerful reminder that getting clean and sober isn’t the end of the road — it’s...

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August 13, 2025 • 32 mins

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In today’s episode, Erik takes us through Working with Others from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/partners-family-and-friends/rrt

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Why is Florida the #1 place in the U.S. for addiction treatment? In this episode, we reveal how Palm Beach County became the model for recovery programs nationwide — and why other states are trying to copy it.

From the huge recovery community to world-class sober ...

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If you love someone struggling with addiction, you probably know the constant fear of “waiting for the call.” The call that something terrible has happened. The call you’ve been dreading. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about what it’s like for parents and loved ones living with that constant anxiety.

We talk about:...

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August 6, 2025 • 34 mins

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In today’s episode, Erik takes us through  Step 8,9,10 from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

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August 3, 2025 • 59 mins

Fentanyl is killing more people than any other drug in American history — and it’s not slowing down.

Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

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August 1, 2025 • 11 mins

Do you have a family member/loved one srtuggling with addiction? https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/partners-family-and-friends/rrt

Join our Big Book Study! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/bigbookstudy

Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk

Download our free guides!: https://www.rea...

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July 30, 2025 • 31 mins

Do you have a family member/loved one who struggles with addiction?: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/frc

In today’s episode, Erik takes us through  Step 6,7,8 from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

Treatment Prep Guide: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/treatmentprep

SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/partners-family-and-friends/rrt

Join our Big Book Study! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/b...

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Are you married to someone struggling with alcohol?

In this episode, Abby and Marshall share their story of living with an alcoholic husband — the chaos, the heartbreak, and what it finally took to make a change. Whether you're in the middle of it or trying to heal, this conversation will give you clarity and hope.

What You’ll Lear...

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🎙 In This Episode:

Drug addiction. Alcoholism. Prostitution. Jail. Institutions. Trauma that most people couldn't even imagine. Lorraine lived through it all. At just 24 years old, Lorraine was lost in active addiction, caught in the grip of heroin, crack cocaine, and sex trafficking. For months, she was held against her will, bea...

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