Clean and Sober Radio

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund are joined by friend of the show David L to discuss honesty. The AA and NA programs are based on honesty, but how honest are we really? Just because we have put down the booze and the drugs, doesn't necessarily mean that we put down the deception. Do we always tell the truth? Are we honest about certain medications that we should or should not use? When asked an uncomfortable question, do we always give a completely honest answer? Let's be honest, no one is completely honest. In our addiction, honesty was a foreign concept. Now it is always something to work on. Let us know your experience.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund return after a break and are joined by Linda E. to talk about relationships. Relationships are always difficult whether with your family, employers, or folks that you work with. Are these relationships easier in recovery compared to when we were in our active addictions? Maybe not! What have you experienced?

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome Zachary Miers. Zachary was admittedly a "party animal" in college. His desire to be the life of the party lead him down the path to addition. He remembers he was always "that guy" who went too far. His journey was a difficult one, from being a functional addict with an unhealthy dose of denial, to full out opioid addiction after an injury, followed by plenty of prescriptions. But we do get better! Now Zachary is a clinical counselor. He has been through hell but did not give up and instead worked hard to be in a position to help others. Zach is giving back. Listen to find out how he reached his goal and found purpose.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund tackle an interesting topic - awkward moments in sobriety. You are in a restaurant and you see someone who you thought was in recovery with a glass of wine in front of them. You are on a first date and your date is pressuring you to celebrate with an alcoholic beverage. You are standing in line at a pharmacy and the person that you see in meetings is picking up narcotics. What would you do? These are just a few of what could be uncomfortable situations in your life in sobriety. Would you say anything or not? Don't miss this thought provoking episode!

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund tackle an interesting topic - awkward moments in sobriety. You are in a restaurant and you see someone who you thought was in recovery with a glass of wine in front of them. You are on a first date and your date is pressuring you to celebrate with an alcoholic beverage. You are standing in line at a pharmacy and the person that you see in meetings is picking up narcotics. What would you do? These are just a few of what could be uncomfortable situations in your life in sobriety. Would you say anything or not? Don't miss this thought provoking episode!

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome friend of the show, Gary Lewis. Gary is founder of the 60's-70's Pop Band, "Gary Lewis and the Playboys." Gary also happens to be the son of comedian Jerry Lewis. Gary grew up in one of the most famous Hollywood families, but, with all of the privileges, money, and fame surrounding him, he still could not avoid a very serious drug and alcohol addiction. Now, with 21 years in sobriety, Gary is still touring, clean and sober. We have a very candid discussion with him about the ups and downs of the life in the midst of the rich and famous.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome two outstanding guests. Their first guest is Mike Brill. Mike is a Master's Level Board Certified Trauma professional and licensed counselor in Pennsylvania. In recovery for over 16 years, Mike knows and understands addiction and the devastation it causes. They also welcomed Magisterial District Judge, Andrea Duffy. Andrea is the founder of the organization DARA (The Drug Addiction Resource Alliance). This organization educates the public about addiction and so much more. She explains the upcoming annual event and how to get involved with her organization. Two great guests providing great service to the community.