Making An Addict

By D.J. Burr

Society & Culture

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Making An Addict - Professionals and recovering addicts discuss addiction and recovery.

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Making An Addict episodes:

10.12.2020
Season 3 Trailer
D.J. Burr and Journey On are back for Season Three. You'll hear more riveting stories of survival and hope. New episodes premiere Sunday, November 1st. Music by Condewit, Matthew Ortega www.condewit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/journeyonpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/journeyonpod/support
12.12.2017
"15 Minutes" feat /Evie Warner - S2Bonus2
In this mini bonus, D.J. talks with film producer Evie Warner regarding her latest project, "15 Minutes," which highlights male sexual assault. To learn more about the film and Evie, check out her Facebook page. Hosted by D.J. Burr - a...
12.11.2017
"15 Minutes" feat /Evie Warner - S2Bonus2
In this mini bonus, D.J. talks with film producer Evie Warner regarding her latest project, "15 Minutes," which highlights male sexual assault. To learn more about the film and Evie, check out her Facebook page. Hosted by D.J. Burr - a...
12.11.2017
“15 Minutes” feat /Evie Warner - S2Bonus2
In this mini bonus, D.J. talks with film producer Evie Warner regarding her latest project, "15 Minutes," which highlights male sexual assault. To learn more about the film and Evie, check out her Facebook page. Hosted by D.J. Burr - a...
12.01.2017
"Me Too" and the Journey After - S2E8
In the Season Two finale, D.J. Burr talks about "Me Too" and how he has been impacted since the nation and the world FINALLY began to take notice of the horrendous behaviors committed against female and male survivors. D.J. expresses...
12.01.2017
“Me Too” and the Journey After - S2E8
In the Season Two finale, D.J. Burr talks about "Me Too" and how he has been impacted since the nation and the world FINALLY began to take notice of the horrendous behaviors committed against female and male survivors. D.J. expresses...
11.30.2017
A Journey Through Sexual Abuse Within a Relationship feat Liz -S2E7
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with a friend and colleague, Liz, who reached out to D.J. for help sharing her story of what it was like to be a sexual assault survivor while being in a relationship. Liz talks...
11.21.2017
A Journey Off The Record feat Neil Jaffee -S2E6
In this week's episode, D.J. Burr talks with Neil Jaffee, distinguished filmaker and lawyer, about his two documentaries: Off The Record: Justice Denied to Child Sex Abuse Survivors(Best in Show - Rosebud Film Festival) and Pursuit of Truth. Neil and his...
10.30.2017
Our Similar Journey feat Author+Advocate Eddie Kedge -S2E5
In this week's episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with sexual assault survivor turned author and advocate, Eddie Kedge. In 1980, Eddie was kidnapped and sexually assaulted by a serial predator. Eddie says he is a "ten percenter", referring to...
10.29.2017
Our Similar Journey feat Author+Advocate Eddie Kedge -S2E5
In this week's episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with sexual assault survivor turned author and advocate, Eddie Kedge. In 1980, Eddie was kidnapped and sexually assaulted by a serial predator. Eddie says he is a "ten percenter", referring to...
10.22.2017
A Journey On Uncharted Waters feat Dan Quenneville (Alter Pain) - S2E4
On this week's episode, D.J. talks with author Dan Quennevile, otherwise known as Alter Pain, about his book The Heartest Story Finally Told: Jesus's Glory Divinely Bold. Dan shares what it was like for him growing up; experiencing molestation at...
10.15.2017
A Journey Through Layers of Trauma feat David Lorenz - S2E3
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with David Lorenz, child abuse advocate, member of SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priest) and male sexual abuse survivor who speaks out regularly about child sexual abuse and statute of limitations which...
10.08.2017
A Journey Toward Self-Compassion feat David Lohman DeVore - S2E2
In this week's episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with psychotherapist and life coach David Lohman Devore about his experience as a surivor of childhood sexual abuse. David shares on spiritual abuse, shame, and regaining a sense of self after healing...
10.04.2017
"We could not do this journey without God beside us" feat Nanette & Craig S2Bonus
In this bonus episode, D.J. talks with Nanette Kirsch, author of Denial: Abuse, Addiction, and a Life Derailed, and her husband Craig. Craig provides his perspective as a spouse witnessing the affects of the abuse his wife suffered had on...
10.04.2017
A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part Two
In part-two of the premiere episode of season two of Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault, host D.J. Burr talks with author and survivor, Nanette Kirsch, about her personal experience as a survivor. Nanette states early on...
10.04.2017
“We could not do this journey without God beside us” feat Nanette & Craig S2Bonus
In this bonus episode, D.J. talks with Nanette Kirsch, author of Denial: Abuse, Addiction, and a Life Derailed, and her husband Craig. Craig provides his perspective as a spouse witnessing the affects of the abuse his wife suffered had on...
10.01.2017
A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part One
In part-one of the two-part premiere episode of season two of Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault, host D.J. Burr talks with author and survivor, Nanette Kirsch, about her new book, Denial: Abuse, Addiction, and a Life...
09.25.2017
"It is about attachment...for reals!" feat Kris Cook
In the season one finale of Making An Addict, D.J. talks with colleague Kristina Cook about her life in recovery and the challenges she faced growing up as a young person looking for validation, support, and love - everything she...
09.21.2017
Journey On: Season Two Trailer
This season on Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault, you will hear more inspiring stories of hope, resiliency, and recovery. Men and women are coming together to help one another heal from the abuse and trauma of...
09.18.2017
The Gifts of Addiction and Recovery featuring Christina - S1Ep20
In this week's episode, DJ talks his dear friend, Christina about what it was like to lose her father at a young age, and the neglect she suffered within her family of origin. Christina shares what it's like to be...
09.11.2017
Therapist Danielle DeBray on becoming emotionally intimate with ourselves to fight addiction. S1E19
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Seattle therapist Danielle DeBray about emotional intimacy and addiction. In the interview, Danielle references the classic psychological experiment "Rat Park" from 1978, which demonstrated how connectivity beats addiction and she calls for our own "Chimp...
09.04.2017
Allie Haydon on working with youth in recovery S1E18
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Allie Haydon, a licensed chemical dependency counselor, licensed marriage and family therapy associate, who works for Palmer Drug Abuse Program(PDAP) in Houston, Texas. Allie shares her story of alcohol and drug abuse recovery...
08.28.2017
Trauma Therapist Christy Alexander shares on why hurt people hurt people and how to hit F5 and open yourself up for change in recovery. S1E17
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with his friend and colleague Christian (Christy) M. Alexander, trauma therapist, about her recovery journey from alcohol and drugs and the impact her addiction has had on her health. Christy opens up about her...
08.21.2017
Hypnotherapist/Life Coach Joe Class talks healing the souls of those afflicted by addiction. S1E16
In this week's episode, DJ talks with colleague Joe Class about his experience working with addicts in recovery, and his own journey of recovery. Joe's belief is every one has an addiction to something. He explains that he is a...
08.14.2017
"I lost everything, including $200,000 on my addiction, and now I embrace the pain and live for the fight," featuring Chris Duvall - S1E15
In this interview, D.J. interviews his friend in recovery, Christopher D., a recovering substance abuser. Chris tells D.J. about his long history of substance use dating back to the 80s; he once surrounded himself with people who were all about...
08.07.2017
We Must Do Our Own Work First featuring author Troy L Love. S1E14
In this interview, D.J. interviews colleague, Troy L Love, author of Finding Peace: A Workbook on Healing from Loss, Neglect, Rejection, Abandonment, Betryal and Abuse. Troy talks about the attachment theory of addiction and how lack of attachment leaves people vulnerable...
07.31.2017
Robert Cox on "The Broken Places Are Where the Light Enters You" S1E13
In today's episode of Making An Addict, D.J. talks with Robert Cox - therapist and host of Mindful Recovery podcast - about filling our broken places with addictive substances to numb the painful experiences we encounter in life. Robert's heart...
07.24.2017
Mitch Russo talks curiosity and how his addiction rocked his family in 1970s New York. S1E12
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with successful entrepenuer Mitch Russo about his polysubstance use and abuse, growing up in New York City in the 1970s. Hard drugs led to intensive inpatient drug rehabilitation which saved Mitch's life. Mitch is...
07.24.2017
Addiction disclosure and maintaining a functional relationship. S1E11
In this week's episode, D.J. has an intimate conversation with his partner, Alan. DJ and Alan talk openly about their individual family addiction history; Alan's older brother's addiction to drugs and subsequent death; and how D.J.'s addiction and recovery affects...
07.24.2017
Arlina Allen of ODAAT Chat says "We don't have to suffer." S1E10
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with fellow podcaster and friend in recovery, Arlina of the ODAAT(One Day at a Time) Chat podcast. Arlina Allen speaks openly about her 23 years of sobriety, as well as her years of active...
07.24.2017
Diana: "I'm not valuable enough to take care of. I need to look outward when I need to feel good." S1E9
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Diana about what it was like growing up in a house with five other siblings; addiction being present in her life from an early age; and, what happened when she began to use...
07.24.2017
"Sign me up for rehab!" S1E7
In this week's episode, DJ talks with his best friend, Randal, whom he met in the 12-step rooms. Randal's story is unique. He was suffering with depression, substance dependence and signed himself into rehab only to learn he wasn't an "addict"...
07.24.2017
Dr. Brummbaugh on "arrested development" and working with the fact that "80% of people who suffer from addiction have suffered from trauma." S1E8
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Dr. Kay Brumbaugh, a licensed psychologist practicing in Humble, Texas. Dr. Brumbaugh shares her experience of working with adult clients suffering from various addictions. You will learn today that it's a complicated process...
07.24.2017
Lisa Duez on helping addicts who want help, but don't know how to get it; what it looks like to treat co-occuring disorders(mental health diagnosis/substance abuse). - S1E6
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with fellow therapist, Lisa Duez, of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Lisa works with children and adults in her private practice. She works primarily with women in recovery. D.J. and Lisa talk about the consequences of...
07.24.2017
Dak Wasson on the short cuts we take to numb difficult emotions. - S1E5
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with his colleague, Dak Wasson of MacPherson Pacific Counseling in Seattle, WA. Dak is a chemical dependency professional and sex addiction therapist. Dak talks candidly about being a "mess" in active addiction from drugs, alcohol, and other behaviors. He got so drunk...
07.24.2017
"I was living on frozen yogurt" because of meth use. Now she is a well-respected addiction therapist! - S1E4
In this week's episode, D.J. talks with his good friend and colleague, Anne. Anne is a chemical dependency professional and licensed mental health counselor. Anne shares her deeply personal account of growing up in a dysfunctional family system and finding...
07.24.2017
Forest Benedict on Life After Lust - S1E3
In this third episode of Making an Addict, D.J. talks with Forest Benedict, sexual addiction therapist and author of Life After Lust: Stories and Strategies for Sex & Pornography Addiction Recovery. Forest highlights his own recovery journey of surviving living in a...
07.24.2017
Childhood trauma as a catalyst for any addiction -S1E2
In this episode, D.J. talks with Becca about her experience as an addict in recovery. She shares openly about her struggles with food, compulsive spending and debting. Becca relates her addictive behaviors to early childhood trauma including molestation and her...
07.24.2017
Steven C. on "It's A Selfish Program" and codependence as the root of all addictions -S1E1
In the premiere episode of Making an Addict, D.J. talks with Steven C., author of It's A Selfish Program: Experience, Strength and Hope for Recovering Addicts and Amends, Apologies and the Myths of Forgiveness: A Guide to the Eighth and Ninth Steps, shares his...
07.24.2017
Making An Addict - Trailer
Trailer for the new podcast, Making an Addict, exploring what makes someone an addict. Listen to recovering addicts, their family members, and treatment providers all provide their thoughts and opinions on the subject. Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist, author, and addict...
05.21.2017
Journey On from Street Patrol to Social Media Advocacy for Survivors w/Patrol Officer Mike Steven - S1E11
In the Season One finale of Journey On, host D.J. Burr talks with Patrol Officer Mike Steven of the Avon and Somerset Constabulary in the U.K. Mike is a strong advocate for male survivors. He is working diligently to increase...
05.14.2017
Journey On from Personal Shame to Victim's Advocate - S1E10
Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, D.J. goes off script a bit to talk with James Reyes' mom, Earlene. James' story of early childhood molestation and subsequent predatory behavior was featured on Episode Eight. Earlene insisted on giving her...
05.14.2017
Earlene talks what it’s like to support her son, James, and his battle with the legal system and his own addictions, while coping with her own abuse history. S1E9
Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, D.J. goes off script a bit to talk with James Reyes' mom, Earlene. James' story of early childhood molestation and subsequent predatory behavior was featured on Episode Eight. Earlene insisted on giving her side...
05.07.2017
Journey On from Sexual Abuse Survivor to Sexual Offender - A Story That Must Be Told w/James Reyes - S1E9
Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with James Reyes – a 38-year-old from Tennessee. James shares his experience of being abused from 4yrs old to 12 years of age by three different people. James...
05.01.2017
Journey On from Sexual Abuse and Sexual Addiction to Long-term Recovery - S1E8
Listener discretion is advised. In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Ken, a person in long-term recovery from early childhood sexual abuse and sexual addiction. Ken has been a longtime mentor and friend to D.J. He shares his harrowing story of...
04.24.2017
Journey On from Lifetime Secret to Open Healing w/ Gino - S1E7
Listener discretion is advised. D.J. talks with Gino, a 50yr old New Yorker, who was abused by his uncle as a kid. Gino talks about the lasting impact the abuse had on him. He held onto his secret until he was...
04.17.2017
Journey On from Incest Survivor to Legal Advocate w/Andre Bisquera - S1E6
Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, DJ talks with Andre Bisquera who shares his experience as an incest abuse survivor and the challenges he has faced, as well as the support he provides to those in need. Andre who is working...
04.17.2017
Andre Bisquera, male survivor and advocate, recounts his experience as an incest survivor and the journey he’s on standing up for other survivors against a dysfunctional legal system. S1E5
Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, DJ talks with Andre Bisquera who shares his experience as an incest abuse survivor and the challenges he has faced, as well as the support he provides to those in need. Andre who is working...
04.10.2017
Journey On from Innocents Robbed to Acceptance of Strength w/Joe Braxton - S1E5
Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, D.J. talks with Joe Braxton. Joe is an author and advocate. His new book, Still Breathing: How to Regain Your Life After Being Robbed, chronicles Joe's struggle with realization and acceptance that he is...
04.03.2017
Journey On from Serial Killer's Victim to Renowned Speaker and Advocate - S1E4
Listener discretion is advised. D.J. Burr talks with Patrick Dati, a survivor of the prolific serial killer, John Wayne Gacy. Patrick shares the heart-wrenching story of how he escaped the grasps of Gacy and found his way to becoming a national...

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Making An Addict episodes:

Season 3 Trailer

"15 Minutes" feat /Evie Warner - S2Bonus2

"15 Minutes" feat /Evie Warner - S2Bonus2

“15 Minutes” feat /Evie Warner - S2Bonus2

"Me Too" and the Journey After - S2E8

“Me Too” and the Journey After - S2E8

A Journey Through Sexual Abuse Within a Relationship feat Liz -S2E7

A Journey Off The Record feat Neil Jaffee -S2E6

Our Similar Journey feat Author+Advocate Eddie Kedge -S2E5

Our Similar Journey feat Author+Advocate Eddie Kedge -S2E5

A Journey On Uncharted Waters feat Dan Quenneville (Alter Pain) - S2E4

A Journey Through Layers of Trauma feat David Lorenz - S2E3

A Journey Toward Self-Compassion feat David Lohman DeVore - S2E2

"We could not do this journey without God beside us" feat Nanette & Craig S2Bonus

A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part Two

“We could not do this journey without God beside us” feat Nanette & Craig S2Bonus

A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part One

"It is about attachment...for reals!" feat Kris Cook

Journey On: Season Two Trailer

The Gifts of Addiction and Recovery featuring Christina - S1Ep20

Therapist Danielle DeBray on becoming emotionally intimate with ourselves to fight addiction. S1E19

Allie Haydon on working with youth in recovery S1E18

Trauma Therapist Christy Alexander shares on why hurt people hurt people and how to hit F5 and open yourself up for change in recovery. S1E17

Hypnotherapist/Life Coach Joe Class talks healing the souls of those afflicted by addiction. S1E16

"I lost everything, including $200,000 on my addiction, and now I embrace the pain and live for the fight," featuring Chris Duvall - S1E15

We Must Do Our Own Work First featuring author Troy L Love. S1E14

Robert Cox on "The Broken Places Are Where the Light Enters You" S1E13

Mitch Russo talks curiosity and how his addiction rocked his family in 1970s New York. S1E12

Addiction disclosure and maintaining a functional relationship. S1E11

Arlina Allen of ODAAT Chat says "We don't have to suffer." S1E10

Diana: "I'm not valuable enough to take care of. I need to look outward when I need to feel good." S1E9

"Sign me up for rehab!" S1E7

Dr. Brummbaugh on "arrested development" and working with the fact that "80% of people who suffer from addiction have suffered from trauma." S1E8

Lisa Duez on helping addicts who want help, but don't know how to get it; what it looks like to treat co-occuring disorders(mental health diagnosis/substance abuse). - S1E6

Dak Wasson on the short cuts we take to numb difficult emotions. - S1E5

"I was living on frozen yogurt" because of meth use. Now she is a well-respected addiction therapist! - S1E4

Forest Benedict on Life After Lust - S1E3

Childhood trauma as a catalyst for any addiction -S1E2

Steven C. on "It's A Selfish Program" and codependence as the root of all addictions -S1E1

Making An Addict - Trailer

Journey On from Street Patrol to Social Media Advocacy for Survivors w/Patrol Officer Mike Steven - S1E11

Journey On from Personal Shame to Victim's Advocate - S1E10

Earlene talks what it’s like to support her son, James, and his battle with the legal system and his own addictions, while coping with her own abuse history. S1E9

Journey On from Sexual Abuse Survivor to Sexual Offender - A Story That Must Be Told w/James Reyes - S1E9

Journey On from Sexual Abuse and Sexual Addiction to Long-term Recovery - S1E8

Journey On from Lifetime Secret to Open Healing w/ Gino - S1E7

Journey On from Incest Survivor to Legal Advocate w/Andre Bisquera - S1E6

Andre Bisquera, male survivor and advocate, recounts his experience as an incest survivor and the journey he’s on standing up for other survivors against a dysfunctional legal system. S1E5

Journey On from Innocents Robbed to Acceptance of Strength w/Joe Braxton - S1E5

Journey On from Serial Killer's Victim to Renowned Speaker and Advocate - S1E4