It's the ADICKTED finale, but where the heck is Andy!? Alive? Dead? Fired? Dr. John Arden joins the podcast team to talk about the behind the scenes of the series and give us his perspective on the whole kit and caboodle. While Andy may not show to wrap things up - the show must go on -- so we do it for him...

Note: This episode was recorded before Andy's recent arrest and any alleged, related stories that have been reported to the tabloids.

Our Guest

For 25 years, Dr. John Arden was the Chief Psychologist and then the Director of Training for Mental Health at Kaiser Permanente’s Northern California healthcare system and over 24 medical centers.

He is an accomplished author, and through his writing connects research between neuroscience and psychology, including the connection between chronic inflammation and depression, anxiety and addiction.

His books include Mind-Brain-Gene, Brain2Brain, The Brain Bible and Rewire Your Brain. His SEEDS formula, detailed in his books, represents the important healthy brain factors that you need to “plant” now and cultivate through the rest of your life. Dr. Arden has written multiple books for practitioners as well as seven best-selling self-help books including Improving Your Memory for Dummies and Conquering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Resources

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

Narcotics Anonymous

Sex Addicts Anonymous

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Episode Expert: Dr. John Arden

Episode Guests: Didi Okobi, Jarred Weisfeld, Brandi Savitt

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Recovery Specialist Erica Spiegelman helps Andy and his daughter Meg talk about why his drinking and shenanigans forced Meg to move out, and how the family of an addict must learn to create healthy, non-negotiable boundaries - even if it hurts.

Note: This episode was recorded before Andy's recent arrest and any alleged, related stories that have been reported to the tabloids.

Our Guest

Erica Spiegelman is an author, addiction and wellness specialist, and motivational speaker who works with individuals, couples, and families on personal growth and overall wellness. Erica provides a holistic approach to helping people overcome their struggles with addictions and dependency and gives them the tools they need to create healthy lives for themselves. Her book, Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction & Recovery, and it's companion workbook, offers a completely new treatment modality focused on how individuals can rewire their brains, change their behavior, and bring about positive change in their lives

Resources

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

Narcotics Anonymous

Sex Addicts Anonymous

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Episode Expert: Erica Spiegelman

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Andy reveals parts of his traumatic childhood, announces Meg has moved out, and declares his intrigue with fire when international Life Coach, Gary Quinn, challenges him to face his pain, and shows how avoiding it, has wreaked havoc on both his personal and professional lives.

Note: This episode was recorded before Andy's recent arrest and any alleged, related stories that have been reported to the tabloids.

Our Guest

Gary Quinn is an international best-selling author, Life Coach and motivational speaker. He shares his insights through his books, articles, seminars, television, radio, and his podcast Ready Set Live. He presents workshops and seminars worldwide. Gary is the founder of Our Living Center – Touchstone For Life based in Los Angeles, California. He has developed the Touchstone For Life Coaching Certification program which trains, transforms and empowers individuals to create fulfilling lives.

Resources

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

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Episode Expert: Gary Quinn

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Join Andy's daughter Meg as she steps in for Andy this episode to bravely share her first therapy session as an adult - giving us a glimpse of what it was like to grow up with a famous dad who struggles with addiction, and how breaking patterns formed in childhood can lead to greater happiness and a more fulfilling life.

Note: This episode was recorded before Andy's recent arrest and any alleged, related stories that have been reported to the tabloids.

Our Guest

Patrick Wanis, PhD helps people rapidly change their behavior. As a Human Behavior & Relationship Expert, Wanis helps people who have experienced trauma, relationship or family issues. Many therapists and psychologists come to Dr. Wanis to help them personally, referring many of their clients to him as well. Wanis has developed multiple online psychological and behavioral assessments on Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Mindfulness, Relationship Breakups, Self-Defeating Behavior, Individual Core Values, and Authenticity. His clientele ranges from celebrities and CEOs to housewives and teenagers. CNN, BBC, FOX News, MSNBC & major news outlets worldwide consult Wanis for expert insights and analysis on relationships, sexuality, human motivation, trauma, communication, body language, and persuasion. Over five million people have read Wanis’ books in English and Spanish.

Resources

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

Narcotics Anonymous

Sex Addicts Anonymous

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Special Guest: Meg Dick

Episode Expert: Patrick Wanis, PhD

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Funny...or not, celebrity psychic and medium, Michelle Whitedove, tries hard to help a very intoxicated Andy by tapping into the spirit world. Will Andy give her a chance to relay messages from his loved ones who have passed? Does he have a death wish of his own? Or is he just too drunk for ghosts?

Note: This episode was recorded before Andy's recent arrest and any alleged, related stories that have been reported to the tabloids. *This production does not condone substance abuse or violence or of any kind.

Our Guest

Michelle Whitedove is a spiritual medium, author, international lecturer and consultant. Her abilities enable her to connect with her Guardian Angels and Spirit Guides to give clear and accurate information about Personal Issues, World Events, and the Future. She has a 98% accuracy rate with her readings.

Whitedove often consults for law enforcement as a forensic medium, and she has been featured in TV and films around the globe - including the HBO Documentary: No One Dies in Lily Dale. Michelle has been interviewed on The TODAY Show, ABC TV's "190 North", CBS News, FOX News, WGN SuperStation Morning News, PBS TV's "View Points", CTV News, “Breakfast TV” Canada, the Alan Colmes show, and NPR. She was also invited to give a reading to Patti Stanger on Millionaire Matchmaker.Help Hotline

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

Narcotics Anonymous

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Guest on his own show: Andy Dick

Episode Expert: Michelle Whitedove

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Founder of Refuge Recovery, author and recovering addict, Noah Levine, tells his story and talks with Andy about addiction, Buddhism, and how mindfulness can help end the painful cycle of suffering.

Our Guest

Noah Levine is a Buddhist teacher, addiction-recovery advocate, author and the founder Refuge Recovery, The Mind Body Awareness Project, and the Venice, CA based meditation center Against the Stream. Author of Refuge Recovery, Heart of the Revolution, Against the Stream and Dharma Punx, Noah offers retreats, trainings, lectures and meditation classes internationally.

Noah holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and has been teaching Buddhism since the late 1990s.

Help Hotline

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

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Guest on his own show: Andy Dick

Episode Expert: Noah Levine

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Is there hope for Andy? After scanning his brain and conducting an extensive health and personal history intake, Dr. Daniel Amen shocks Andy into behaving himself during their session when he shows him what his brain looks like and tells him how he can begin to heal and change his life. Will Andy finally listen and get sober? Find out in this pivotal episode!

To see Andy's brain scan visit adicktedpodcast.com or follow us on Instagram!

Our Guest

Dr. Amen is one of America’s leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. He has authored or coauthored 70 professional articles and 40 books, including New York Times mega-bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. He has appeared on numerous television shows including Dr. Phil, Larry King, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The View.

Dr. Amen has helped millions of people change their brains and lives through his health clinics, best-selling books, products and public television programs.

There are nine Amen Clinics across the country.

Help Hotline

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

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Guest on his own show: Andy Dick

Episode Expert: Dr. Drew Pinsky

Special Guest: Susan Pinsky

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab NYC

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Andy uses his skillful antics of diversion to avoid the painful truth as clinical psychologist and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) expert, Dr. Seth J Gillihan guides him to face his fear of aging and the trappings of addiction.

Our Guest

Seth J. Gillihan, PhD is a clinical psychologist, best-selling author, podcast host, and creator of the Think Act Be Online School. He specializes in mindfulness-centered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Seth shares simple research-based practices for managing stress and anxiety in his free e-guide, “10 Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety Every Day.”

Help Hotline

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

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Guest on his own show: Andy Dick

Episode Expert: Seth J Gillihan, PhD

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by Jen-Chun Chao and Eric Stern at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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Dr. Drew Pinsky gets real with Andy about their longtime friendship, Andy's bad behavior, his addictions and trying new approaches to get him sober. Dr. Drew’s producer and wife, Susan Pinsky joins his efforts along with the show's producers Brandi and Jarred, as they all try to help get Andy back on track.

Our Guest

Dr. Drew Pinsky, known nationally as “Dr. Drew,” is a practicing physician, television, radio and podcast host. He is the host of Dr. Drew Midday Live with Leeann Tweeden on KABC 790 AM radio in Los Angeles. He also hosts the hit MTV reality television series, Teen Mom OG, as well as all of the Teen Mom 2 reunion specials. Dr. Drew shares his wisdom, opinions and humor on a variety of podcasts, including the award winning Dr. Drew Podcast, The Adam and Drew Show (co-hosted by Adam Carolla),This Life #YOULIVE (which focuses on addiction – recovery, celebrity life and current events) and Swole Patrol With Mike Catherwood (which is dedicated to health and fitness).

Dr. Drew’s vast experience with treating addiction led to hosting stints on Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, the wildly popular VH1 series that chronicled celebrities’ struggle for sobriety, and Rehab with Dr. Drew, which followed the experiences of everyday people battling addiction.

Dr. Drew is the author of the New York Times bestseller “The Mirror Effect: How Celebrity Narcissism is Seducing America” (Harper-Collins), and “Cracked: Putting Broken Lives Together Again” (Harper-Collins). Dr. Drew co-authored the first academic study on celebrities and narcissism. The study was published in the Journal of Research in Personality (Elsevier) and received worldwide press coverage.

Help Hotline

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Refuge Recovery

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Narcotics Anonymous

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Guest on his own show: Andy Dick

Episode Expert: Dr. Drew Pinsky

Special Guest: Susan Pinsky

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by Eric Stern at Flavorlab NYC

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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The series kicks off as Andy opens up to sex and relationship therapist Dr. Tammy Nelson about his dysfunctional relationships, sex addiction and search for love. Their conversation takes a turn when Andy reveals a dark and twisted secret about his relationship with one of his longtime lovers.

Our Guest

Tammy Nelson, PhD is a sex and relationship expert, an international speaker, an author and a licensed psychotherapist with thirty years of experience working with individuals and couples.  In private practice she focuses on helping people of all ages, orientations and genders find love, healing and passion.

Dr. Tammy is a Board Certified Sexologist, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Imago Relationship therapist, and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor.  Her latest book, When You’re the One Who Cheats, was published in February, 2019. Her new book, Open Monogamy, will be out in December 2021.

She is the author of The New Monogamy; Redefining Your Relationship After Infidelity and Getting the Sex You Want; Shed Your Inhibitions and Reach New Heights of Passion Together  as well as What’s Eating You: A Workbook for Teens with Anorexia, Bulimia, and other Eating Disorders. 

Tammy eBooks series include: Six Weeks to Erotic Recovery, as well as chapters and articles on topics ranging from sexuality, desire, affair recovery, monogamy issues, open marriage, online infidelity, intentional divorce, passionate relationships and everything related to couples.

Help Hotline

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

Narcotics Anonymous

Sex Addicts Anonymous

Credits

Guest on his own show: Andy Dick

Episode Expert: Dr. Tammy Nelson

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by Flavorlab NYC

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

**Press and other inquires contact [email protected]

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