Best Substanceabuse Podcasts (2025)

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Learning from Recovery Elders: Judy Fox 20:26

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16h ago20:26

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Judy Fox shares insights on integrating peer recovery support services with host Livia Davis. This episode is part of a series where we share the wisdom amassed by recovery leaders over the past 5 decades and reflect on the journeys that have laid groundwork for today's recovery movement. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and t…

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Daily Shift 10 — You Don't Have to Earn Rest 2:17

18h ago2:17

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Today's episode challenges the belief that rest must be earned. Many people struggle with guilt when they slow down, but rest is not a reward — it is a basic human need. This episode reframes rest as essential for emotional and mental well-being. Key Points: – Why rest feels uncomfortable – How survival mode impacts your ability to slow down – The …

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094: Break Cycles of Stress, Shame, & Low Energy 18:30

1d ago18:30

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this solo episode, I explore how your neurochemistry and nervous system shape your daily reality. We discuss practical tools, environmental shifts, and relational practices that help break cycles of stress, shame, and low energy. My hope for the listener i…

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Daily Shift 9 — Stop Apologizing for Having Needs 2:29

1d ago2:29

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Today's shift focuses on releasing the guilt associated with having normal human needs. Many people have been conditioned to believe they should handle everything alone or avoid inconveniencing others. This episode reframes that belief and encourages listeners to honor their needs without apology. Key Points: – Why you learned to suppress your need…

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Daily Shift 8 — You Don't Have to Feel Motivated to Be Consistent 2:00

3d ago2:00

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Summary: This episode reminds listeners that motivation is not the fuel for consistency — commitment is. Instead of waiting to "feel like it," today's shift encourages taking small, realistic actions that build momentum over time. Key Points: – Motivation is inconsistent – Consistency is built on action, not emotion – Small steps compound into long…

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Daily Shift 7 — Stop Making Everything Urgent 2:30

4d ago2:30

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Summary: Today's shift encourages you to release the habit of reacting to everything instantly. Most things in your life are not emergencies — they only feel that way because of old patterns and survival responses. This episode shows you how to pause, breathe, and respond from clarity instead of urgency. Key Points: – Why everything feels urgent – …

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Daily Shift 6: It's Not That You Can't — It's That You Haven't Learned It Yet 2:26

5d ago2:26

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Episode Summary: Today's shift focuses on reframing the way we talk to ourselves when we feel incapable. Most of the time, "I can't" really means "I haven't learned it yet." This episode encourages listeners to give themselves the same patience and grace they would give a child learning something new. In This Episode: – Why adults expect themselves…

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Daily Shift #5 Stop Running on Survival Mode 3:02

6d ago3:02

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What Is Daily Shift? Daily Shift is a new mini-series on the Celeste the Therapist podcast. Each short episode is designed to help you shift the way you think, create mental clarity, and move through your day with more intention. This series is part of my larger brand mission, Shifting the Way You Think, which supports emotional wellness and helps …

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Daily Shift #4 Is this my thought or Someone Else's Voice? 2:54

7d ago2:54

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What Is Daily Shift? Daily Shift is a new mini-series on the Celeste the Therapist podcast. Each short episode is designed to help you shift the way you think, create mental clarity, and move through your day with more intention. This series is part of my larger brand mission, Shifting the Way You Think, which supports emotional wellness and helps …

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Daily Shift #3 Catching your Automatic Thoughts 2:50

8d ago2:50

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What Is Daily Shift? Daily Shift is a new mini-series on the Celeste the Therapist podcast. Each short episode is designed to help you shift the way you think, create mental clarity, and move through your day with more intention. This series is part of my larger brand mission, Shifting the Way You Think, which supports emotional wellness and helps …

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Daily Shift #2 - You can't heal what you won't acknowledge 2:21

9d ago2:21

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Daily Shift is a new 2-5 minute segment created to help you build a healthier, more intentional relationship with your thoughts. This series aligns with my larger mission and brand, Shifting the Way You Think, which is focused on helping people get unstuck through awareness, mindset work, and emotional wellness. Each day, you'll receive one simple …

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Daily Shift #1 - What are you Feeding Your Mind 2:41

10d ago2:41

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Daily Shift is a new daily less than minute segment created to help you build a healthier, more intentional relationship with your thoughts. This series aligns with my larger mission and brand, Shifting the Way You Think, which is focused on helping people get unstuck through awareness, mindset work, and emotional wellness. Each day, you'll receive…

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093: Jo Snyder | Your Nervous System Is the Real Medicine 1:11:24

14d ago1:11:24

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Jo Snyder, respiratory therapist turned psychedelic guide and co-creator of The Prepared Guide training, shares her journey from pediatric ICU burnout to building medical safety protocols for psychedelic healing. She reveals why nervous system literacy and em…

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EP 526 Cultivating Self-Love and Healthy Relationships 53:29

14d ago53:29

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Host: Celeste, The Therapist In this episode, Celeste wraps up her three-part series on love. She begins by summarizing the previous episodes: Episode 524, which delves into the origins of love and debunks the myth that love is just a feeling, and Episode 525, which explores why love can be so challenging due to old conditioning and the need for mi…

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Power, Performance, and the Price: The Steroid Story 58:23

14d ago58:23

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In this gripping episode of Addict II Athlete, Coach Blu dives deep into one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics in sports history, the rise, use, and abuse of anabolic steroids. From their origins in early performance enhancement research to their explosive integration into professional and recreational athletics, Coach Blu unpacks …

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Learning from Recovery Elders: Conni Wells 24:40

14d ago24:40

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Conni Wells shares insights on family and caregiver peer support with host Livia Davis. This episode is part of a series where we share the wisdom amassed by recovery leaders over the past 5 decades and reflect on the journeys that have laid groundwork for today's recovery movement. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and trainin…

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092: Jimmy Nguyen | The Biggest Risk In Psychedelics Is Who Guides You 1:04:29

21d ago1:04:29

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Jimmy Nguyen, co-founder of Psychedelic Passage, joins to break down the complex realities of entrepreneurship, ethics, safety, and standards in the emerging psychedelic field. He shares why facilitation requires far more than good intentions—and how unexamin…

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Discovering Your Starting Line! 30:06

21d ago30:06

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In this powerful episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, listeners are introduced to the "first chapter*"of an inspiring true story from one of the team's own Athletes, na man who discovered Addict II Athlete (AIIA) at a moment when life felt like a dead end. Through raw honesty and reflection, he shares how addiction stripped away his identity, …

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091: What Happens When You Remember Who You Are 17:16

28d ago17:16

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless We reflect on the deeper meaning of healing—not as fixing what’s broken, but remembering who we truly are. We discuss personal stories, emotional patterning from childhood, and the power of choosing relationships that help us grow. This is a gentle invitation…

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The Sober Barbie with Krista Flanders 38:40

28d ago38:40

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In a heartfelt episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages with Krista, a passionate advocate for recovery and a grateful recovering alcoholic. Their conversation sheds light on the intricacies of addiction, the power of community support, and the transformative journey of recovery, all emphasizing the importance of sharing…

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Next Generation Recovery Leaders: Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano Part 2 20:29

29d ago20:29

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Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano discuss the history and current status of youth peer support with host Rowan Willis-Gorman. This episode is part of a series featuring youth peer workers and recovery innovators discussing how to improve and uplift behavioral health systems for youth. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training…

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EP 525 Why does love Feel so Hard EP 2 of 3 45:58

29d ago45:58

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Host: Celeste, The Therapist Episode Title: Why does love Feel so Hard Episode Description: In this episode of Celeste the Therapist podcast, Celeste delves deeper into the intricate world of love. Following the foundational discussion from the previous episode, she continues to unpack the concept using insights from Bell Hooks' book "All About Lov…

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090: Joe Schock | Redefining Sobriety: AA, Depression & Psychedelics 1:07:06

1M ago1:07:06

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless I sit down with recovery veteran Joe Schock to explore how AA, depression, and psychedelic tools can coexist. Joe shares the windowsill moment that cracked open his thinking and how microdosing plus rigorous integration practices helped him reframe powerlessn…

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Ep 524 Understanding Love & its Origins - EP 1of 3 43:18

1M ago43:18

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Episode Title: Introduction to the Love Series Episode Description: In this exciting new series on Celeste's Therapist Podcast, Celeste dives into the multifaceted topic of love. Whether you're struggling with self-love, facing challenges in relationships, or find that your understanding of love is evolving, this series is for you. Over the next th…

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089: The Biggest Journey of My Life 25:58

1M ago25:58

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this solo episode, I share the 2022 Costa Rica plant medicine journey that became “the integration of a lifetime.” We dive into how a mystical experience reshaped my calling to serve as a psychedelic concierge. I also walk us through the 10 essentials for …

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EP 523 Celebrating Jeff Rogers:Lessons on Love and Life 47:54

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Episode Summary: Dedication to Jeff Rogers In this heartfelt episode of the Celeste Therapist Podcast, we pay tribute to Jeff Rogers on his birthday, celebrating his pivotal role in the podcast's history. Jeff, known for his thought-provoking views and ability to challenge conventional thinking, was instrumental in the creation of the popular segme…

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Discovering the Man Within: Sathiya Sam 43:39

1M ago43:39

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In this episode of the Addict IIAthlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson speaks with Sathiya Sam about the complexities of pornography addiction, its impact on individuals and relationships, and the importance of open conversations about sexuality. Sathiya shares his personal journey of overcoming a 15-year addiction and discusses the significance of co…

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Next Generation Recovery Leaders: Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano Part 1 21:42

1M ago21:42

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Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano discuss the history and current status of youth peer support with host Rowan Willis-Gorman. This episode is part of a series featuring youth peer workers and recovery innovators discussing how to improve and uplift behavioral health systems for youth. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training…

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088: Dr. Ben Malcolm | Psychedelics, Safety & Freedom 57:15

2M ago57:15

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless In this in-person conversation from Costa Rica, Dr. Ben Malcolm (Spirit Pharmacist) explores psychedelic healing, cognitive liberty, “green pharmacy,” and what it really takes to keep people safe. Ben shares why psychedelics are more than clinical tools — the…

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EP 522 Understanding Seasonal Depression 23:42

2M ago23:42

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Episode Summary: Understanding Seasonal Depression Welcome to another episode of Celeste the Therapist podcast! In this episode, Celeste, a therapist from Boston, dives into the topic of seasonal depression. She discusses common symptoms, possible causes, and effective strategies to manage and overcome this condition. Celeste emphasizes the importa…

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087: How To Trust the Moment You’re In 19:16

2M ago19:16

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless⁠ In this episode, I explore the power of living in the present moment and letting go of old identities, financial fears, and external validation. We uncover the practices for grounding, regulating, and trusting yourself—even when life feels uncertain. Moment…

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Embracing the Process with Ultra Runner, Jaime McDonald 45:53

2M ago45:53

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Athlete's Take Your Mark, Get Set, Its Time for the Addict II Athlete Podcast! In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Jamie McDonald, an ultra runner and nutrition coach in recovery. They discuss Jamie's journey through addiction, the importance of support systems, and how athletics can serve as a powerful t…

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Starting a Recovery Residence 21:04

2M ago21:04

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Fred Way and Katie Boardman discuss starting new recovery residences with host Ashley Stewart. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training updates, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube for more resources to grow your impact. Learn More Fred Way, Pennsylvania Alliance of Recovery Residences National Alliance for Recovery Res…

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086: Erin Atkinson | Healing Disconnection Through Psychedelics & Nature 1:05:33

2M ago1:05:33

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Want To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery? Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless Erin Atkinson is founder of Prism Wellness, for a deep and insightful discussion on animism, earth medicine, and ketamine-assisted therapy. Erin shares how her journey with ancestral wisdom and nature connection has shaped her healing practices, offering a ho…

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EP 521 Moving Forward and Integrating the Inner Child- Episode 5 of 5 31:36

2M ago31:36

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the vital process of integrating your healed inner child into your daily life. Join Celeste the Therapist as she discusses the ongoing journey of healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of nurturing your inner child and seeking support when needed. We'll share practical techniques for main…