Clean and Sober Radio

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund have an open discussion with friends of the show Linda E and Larry M about the "12 Steps" and our individual journeys from addiction to recovery - step by step.

Addiction has no boundaries. It crosses all economic, religious, ethnic, and racial lines. On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guest is be David L., who was raised in what could be considered a well-to-do "stable" family, but as we all know, that doesn't prevent an addiction or criminal behavior. With years of addiction and legal troubles, David is extremely fortunate to have found recovery. His story is a familiar one. Now in very long-term recovery, David shares his experience, strength, and hope.

This edition of Clean and Sober Radio focuses on the role that American pharmaceutical companies have played in the distribution and destruction of segments of American society by knowingly flooding us with highly addictive drugs such as oxycontin and others. Host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guests are Bill Stauffer, Director of the Pennsylvania Recovery Organization Alliance and Ryan Hampton, a prominent speaker, author and media commentator - recently appointed member by the U.S. Department of Justice - overseeing the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy, representing victims impacted by the opioid crisis.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guest is Ricky Byrd, formerly with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. Inductee to the rock and roll hall of fame in 2015, Ricky has been living the quintessential example of someone in recovery giving back to society.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guest is Sara Colvin. Sara was in long-term recovery and relapsed back into an ugly addiction, committing multiple crimes to feed her habit. She ended up being charged with 15 major felonies and a prison term. Sara has made it back into recovery and with 4 years clean and sober, she is enthusiastic about sharing hope with those still suffering from addiction.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guest is Mark Stein, the founder, lead vocalist, composer and arranger for the psychedelic rock band, Vanilla Fudge. This iconic band of the late 1960's had many hit records, most notably the slowed down hard rock version of The Supremes "You Keep Me Hangin' On." But with a lifestyle brought on by enormous success, came an enormous addiction. Today, Mark is touring with Vanilla Fudge and is living a sober life.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guest is criminal defense attorney and expert in the field of driving under the influence and driving while intoxicated cases, Zachary B. Cooper. He tells us about the seriousness and possible life changing consequences of driving while drunk or stoned. This is no joke!

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund address the questions many struggle with: How do I get treatment? Can anyone who wants help, get it? How does someone find an appropriate path to recovery? Very often, it is hard to find treatment and it can be very discouraging. Treatment and the willingness to accept treatment is the key to recovery from an addiction to drugs and alcohol.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, Gary and Mark's guest is former Philadelphia Phillies Pitcher Randy Lerch. Not long after the Phillies won the 1980 World Series, the team was consumed in a scandal involving amphetamines. Randy’s life began to fall apart fast. In 2016, Randy was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver caused by drug and alcohol abuse. Today, Randy is clean and sober and giving back to the community in so many ways.

Another year almost over and what a year it has been! On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund look back on our year of sobriety. How did you do this year? Did you accomplish your goals? If not, why not? Were you compassionate and caring to others and to yourself? If not, why not? For the most part, did you adhere to the principles of your recovery program? If not, why not? Join us in this time of refection, accountability, and goal setting for the new year.