Recovery Check Ins

Recovery Check Ins

A show where I (Sam) talk to everyday people about their Recovery from drugs and alcohol. My guests all differ in age, sex, economic and social classes. I hope to show how the disease of addiction is fought on a day to day (sometimes minute by minute) basis by ordinary people in the trenches of this sickness.

Episodes

February 2, 2024 94 mins

Eddie's journey isn't one you'll easily forget; it's lined with the kind of harrowing twists and inspiring turns that you might think only exist in novels. But in our latest episode, he lays out his raw, unvarnished path from the depths of addiction to the liberating heights of 1,335 days sober. His story isn't just his own; it's a reflection of too many hidden battles within our communities, and as we...

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In episode 22 of Recovery Check In, Teddy talks about 2 prison terms and 4 overdoses. He shares his story of addiction and how it has affected his life. Teddy talks about how he has turned his life around and how he manages his addiction today.

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September 19, 2023 92 mins

Are you struggling with addiction? In this episode of Recovery CheckIns, I'm joined by Paul who is on a journey of recovery from addiction.

Paul shares with us his story of addiction and how he overcame it. He shares insights on how to deal with addiction and how to recover from it. This is an important episode that will help you understand addiction and how to overcome it.

#thelifeofaddictionrecovery #addict...

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In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, Terry stops by to chat about alcoholism and recovery. Terry is an atheist who has been through the entire recovery process.

In this episode, Terry shares his story and advice about alcoholism and recovery. He discusses the challenges of alcoholism and how to overcome them. He also shares advice about atheist recovery and how traditional recovery (AA) was not for him.

If you&a...

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In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, I talk with Drake about family trauma. We discuss the different types of family trauma and how they can impact our lives. We also discuss how to cope with family trauma and how to get help.

If you or someone you know is struggling with family trauma, this episode is a must-watch. This is an informative and inspiring conversation that will help you take the first steps on your road to ...

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🎙️ In this episode of Recovery with Sam, we're excited to have Chris join us for an insightful conversation about his journey to sobriety. Chris shares his experiences, the challenges he faced, and the strategies that helped him overcome addiction. 🌟

👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and valuable advice on recovery from drugs and alcohol. Together, we can support each ot...

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It's Episode 17 of Recovery Check Ins, and this week we're talking with Amanda about alcohol addiction.

In this interview, she shares her story of addiction and recovery, and how you can overcome alcohol addiction if you're struggling with a substance use disorder.

If you're looking for advice on how to overcome alcohol addiction, then please watch this episode. Amanda's story will help yo...

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In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, Demetri talks about drug addiction and how recovery works.

If you're looking for information about drug addiction and how to recovery, then you need to check out this episode of Recovery Check Ins! Demetri shares his experience with drug addiction and how he recovered from it. He discusses the different stages of drug addiction and how to overcome them. If you're looking for...

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In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, I interview Wayne, who shares his story of addiction and childhood trauma.

If you're looking for advice on addiction recovery or childhood trauma, then you need to watch this episode of Recovery Check Ins! Wayne provides valuable insight into his story and offers helpful tips for overcoming addiction and dealing with trauma.

Thanks for watching, and be sure to subscribe ...

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February 27, 2023 60 mins

Welcome to Recovery Check Ins! In this episode, we're talking addiction recovery with Lindsay. Lindsay is a former addict who has been sober for over 2 years. In this episode, we'll discuss her journey into and out of addiction, as well as some of the tools and strategies she uses to keep her recovery on track.

If you're struggling with addiction and want to learn more about how to recover, then this episode...

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February 13, 2023 85 mins

In this episode, I talk with Lenny, who is in recovery from alcohol. Lenny has undergone a lot of change in the last few months, and it's been an incredible journey.

In this episode, we discuss Lenny's progress in sobering up, his struggles during detox, and his journey to regain control of his life. Lenny shares with us his thoughts on recovery, how he lost almost everything, and how his experience has changed h...

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January 23, 2023 85 mins

In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, Lisa shares her story of sobriety and shares some helpful advice for people trying to quit drinking.

If you're looking for advice on how to quit drinking, then you need to listen to Lisa! In this episode, she shares some surprising advice that will help you succeed in your quit attempt. Listen in to find out what she said!

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In this video, I'm talking with Larry about why you should stop drinking. Larry is a recovering alcoholic and he has a lot of valuable advice to share with you about why you should stop drinking and how to get started on the road to recovery.

If you're drinking alcohol because you think it will make you happy, you're wrong. alcohol is a depressant, and it will eventually take away the happiness and joy from ...

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January 9, 2023 108 mins

In this episode of Recovery Check-Ins, Robert talks about his battle with Anxiety and Alcoholism. He shares how it can lead him into some dark places, and how he's able to overcome them through therapy, medication and sobriety.

If you or someone you know is struggling with Anxiety or Alcoholism, this episode is a must-watch. Robert's story is compelling and will help you to understand and support someone who is f...

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JAY has come a long ways since we have met, and one of the most important tools he's used in his recovery is tools. In this episode, we chat about how he uses tools in his recovery and how it's helped him stay sober.

Jay is an amazing person who has been through a lot, and his story is truly inspiring. In this episode, we discuss his recovery journey, and how tools played an important role in his success. If you&...

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December 19, 2022 55 mins

This is episode 8 of the Recovery Check Ins series. In this episode, Amber talks about how she's managing her disease and how she's seeing it as an opportunity to be healthy and strong.

Amber is an inspiration to us all and her story shows us that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible. I'm so thankful that she's our friend and I'm grateful for the opportunity to watch her fight this d...

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November 24, 2022 55 mins

In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, Monte and I discuss our recovery, specifically our mental health. We get into the subject of our personal mental health and how we've dealt with it throughout the years. We also discuss our goals for recovery and how we plan to achieve them.

If you're looking for an honest and open conversation about mental health and recovery, then this is the episode for you! Tune in to Re...

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November 17, 2022 92 mins

In this episode of Recovery Check Ins, I interview Joe G. Joe shares with me his struggle with his health and alcohol. Joe needs a liver transplant and I talk with him about his experience so far on the transplant waiting list.

If you're someone who struggles with your health and alcohol, then this is a episode for you! In this interview, Joe shares with me his story and how alcohol has affected his life. I also talk ...

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November 12, 2022 71 mins

In this episode of Recovery CheckIns, Vince shares his story of addiction and overcoming. Vince is a huge influence in my sobriety and I wanted to interview him about his life before and after recovery.

If you're looking for inspiration in your own recovery journey, then you need to watch this episode of Recovery CheckIns. Vince shares his story of addiction and overcoming with candor and emotion, and has a lot to tea...

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November 12, 2022 83 mins

In this episode of Raymell's Recovery Check In, we're chatting with Raymell about his sobriety journey. Raymell is a great inspiration to anyone fighting alcohol addiction, and his story is truly unique.

In this episode, you'll learn about Raymell's sobriety journey, how he manages to stay sober, and why he believes chasing sobriety is the key to success. Tune in to hear all about it!
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