Clean and Sober Radio

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund discuss relapse. What does that mean? So you are in recovery and a doctor prescribes medication that you know is dangerous for you and you take it anyway because a medical person prescribed it to you. Is that a relapse? Your back hurts and you ask the doctor for a prescription and you start taking it under the pretense that you actually need it. Is that a slip?? You go to a party and everyone is drinking and your co-workers put the pressure on you to take a drink, but you only take a sip...did you relapse? If you do indeed relapse, who do you tell and who do you not tell? We explore the answers.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio we spotlight GAUDENZIA ADDICTION TREATMENT & RECOVERY SERVICES. One of the longest operating rehabs on the East Coast, Gaudenzia has one of the most complete and comprehensive treatment and support services to people with substance use disorder, mental health issues, and related conditions. Our guests are Phillip Moore, D.O. medical director and Warren W. Roy, M.H.S. We always say that treatment is available and Gaudenzia is certainly one of those resources that should be considered when help is needed.

On this episode of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome friend of the show Jackie Febus. From the streets of Camden New Jersey, to living a clean and serene life, Jackie was in and out of correctional facilities over 40 times while ripping and running on the streets for over 15 years. Fighting through multiple relapses and homelessness, she is celebrating 5 years clean this month. Jackie is living proof that we can and do recover.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome John Alite to the program. Alite was an mobster who turned government witness and in 2008 testified against John Gotti. After a lifetime of violent criminal activities including multiple murders, he is now a motivational speaker and a voice against fentanyl use which his daughter Chelsea took unwittingly and died. Alite’s story is unbelievable but true.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund are joined by friend of the show David L. The discussion: How has your life changed since you got into recovery and what would your life look like now if you were still abusing drugs and alcohol? What or who do you give credit to for your sobriety? And who if anyone do you blame for your active addiction?

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund are joined by friend of the show, Stephen Sussman. Stephen is the identical twin of David Sussman who was a regular guest on the show and occasional cohost. Sadly David, who had been clean and sober for fifteen years, passed away four years ago from an ongoing illness. Gary grew up with the Sussman boys. David was a fast friend, Stephen hung with another crowd. Gary and David became addicts, Stephen became a world recognized scholar in the education field, a philanthropist, and sits on many international boards. The underlying question is, does genetics play any role in addiction? Some say yes, some say no. Stephen provides some interesting information on the subject. An interesting show full of memories and insight.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome friends of the show Linda E. and Frank B. to discuss a very basic question, is there really only one way into recovery? Do you have to go to AA or NA meetings to get clean? Do you have to agree with all of the information found in the "Big Book?" Do you have to believe in God or even a higher power to get clean and stay clean? Great questions for which there are many correct answers! What works for you?

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome Jackie Febus. From the streets of Camden New Jersey, to living clean and serene, Jackie was in and out of correctional facilities over 40 times while ripping and running on the streets for 15 years. Fighting through multiple relapses and homelessness, she is celebrating 5 years clean and sober in September. Jackie is living proof that women do recover and inspire others to do the same!

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome former District Attorney of Philadelphia, Seth Williams. Seth was the first African-American district attorney in Philadelphia and in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He was an attorney with a stellar career up until he was indicted on March 17, 2017 on 23 counts of bribery, extortion and fraud. He was sentenced 5 years and did under three, but that’s not the end of the story. Seth has had an amazing life experience. He openly talks about what happened, the role addiction played in his life and what he is doing now. We all deserve a second chance. Seth is making his count!

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund discuss the reality of seasonal challenges in sobriety. It can be a real challenge during the summer months whether you have one month clean or 10 years clean, this time of the year presents many distractions that can challenge your sobriety. Outdoor get togethers, the weather, parties, and just a feeling of bliss can trigger you. The key is to be careful and if you think it would not be smart to go to a certain gathering...DON'T GO!