Ravers For Recovery

Ravers For Recovery

By Troy Waggoner & Eric MillerSociety & CultureDocumentary
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Ravers For Recovery episodes

  • R4R Take 2: Future Guests

    In this episode, Troy and Eric provide info on some of the upcoming guests of 'Ravers For Recovery'.


    This podcast episode was recorded back in 2019 but was never published. This year is 2024 and even though it is 5 years later, I feel that it is important to release this episode.


    Stay Tuned for More podcasts coming in the future!


    16 min
  • Guest Spotlight: Jacob Mack of NYC

    Growing up in a Jewish community, Jacob Mack was introduced to alcohol at the early age of 8 years old.  Now at the age of 22, he recently celebrated 1 year Sober. He is a music fan in Recovery and had originally heard of The Wharf Rats recovery meetings at Grateful Dead concerts.  Since he is a fan of Electronic Dance Music, Jacob searched for recovery groups in this scene and came across 'Ravers For Recovery'.  He also came across the Insomniac Consciousness Group and that is where we connected with him.    He recently moved to Brooklyn, New York and loves this new sober way of life.  

    43 min
  • Guest Spotlight: Diamond Doug of Whistler, Canada

    During the pandemic quarantine of 2020 we are finding silver linings through the form of Zoom Recovery meetings.  One of those meetings which we have been a part of is the Insomniac Consciousness Group Friday Night meeting which we will include a link to below.  Today, on the episode we are grateful to speak with one of our friends from that meeting, Diamond Doug. Doug has 11 years Clean & Sober and has enjoyed his sobriety at Ultra Music Festival, Electric Daisy Carnival, and Coachella.  One of the many benefits of his Recovery include being a part of the music scene in Whistler, B.C., Canada. His Recovery has allowed him to meet a lot of EDM talent including Benny Benassi, Paul Oakenfold, Fedde Legrande, Paul Van Dyk, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery, and Jauz.

    Join us on the Insomniac Consciousness Group Zoom Meeting:

    Every Friday Night at 8pm PT

     Meeting ID: 476859923

    Password: 187877


    37 min
  • Guest Spotlight: DJ June from 'New York City'
    On this episode we are very grateful to have had the opportunity to  speak with June Deuell aka DJ June. She has been Sober for 14 years and  definitely knows how to still have fun without the need for alcohol.   While being sober, she has partied with Boys Noize, Justice, and has  been a DJ for several events including Sans Bar. Being that during the  time of this recording New York City is the epicenter for the  CoronaVirus, June expresses how grateful she is to have the skills she  has learned in Recovery and how those skills help while being in  quarantine. Listen to DJ June on MixCloud: Mixcloud.com/djmissjuned
    27 min
  • Guest Spotlight: Jimmy Montalvo of Las Vegas, NV

    In this Episode, Troy speaks with a friend of his who he met at a Recovery Meeting back in Las Vegas.  Jimmy is a Mentor with 'Hope For Prisoners' and a Recovery Warrior! 

    'I met Jimmy at a Recovery Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada back in 2018 when I was first thinking about getting back into Recovery.  I am very grateful for his continued support and for being the first person to show me that it is possible to enjoy the electronic dance music scene while being Clean & Sober. Thank You Jimmy!' - Troy W.

    29 min
  • When Relapse Happens
    I this video, Eric discusses Recovery and Relapse.
    Many people think that recovery is simply a matter of not using drugs. They consider a relapse a sign of complete failure, and long periods of abstinence a sign of complete success. Relapse may be the jarring experience that brings about a more rigorous application of the program of Recovery. Dishonesty and self-deceit prevent many from enjoying complete recovery and acceptance within society. Complete and continuous abstinence, however, in close association and identification with others is the best ground for growth.
    23 min
  • Auto-Biography of Troy Waggoner: Part 2

    This second part of Troy's Auto-Biography starts off the day that he was arrested by SWAT, May 5, 2013. Troy discusses his time in jail, rehab, and eventually receiving honorable discharge from probation. He also discusses recovery and relapse.

    42 min
  • Auto-Biography of Troy Waggoner: Part 1

    In this first part of Troy's Auto-Biography, Troy discusses growing up in Texas, Falling in Love with Nightlife and eventually falling into an addiction that he could not control.

    Hello, My Name is Troy and I am....

    • Texas Native
    • Graduate of Allen High School
    • College Graduate of Lon Morris College (Associate's Degree)
    • College Graduate of University of North Texas (Bachelor's Degree)
    • Lover instead of a Fighter
    • Loving Friend, Son, Nephew, Brother, Uncle
    • Have been a Vegas VIP Promoter / Host
    • An Addict in Recovery
    • A Raver For Recovery


      • 33 min
    • Guest Spotlight: Mandy Lawson of 'Camp Clean Beats'
      On this episode, Troy speaks with Mandy Lawson from Nanaimo, B.C. just outside of Vancouver, Canada. She has been Clean and Sober for over 8 years and has not had a drink in over 11 years! 'Camp Clean Beats' is at Shambhala held every August and 'Reset Resort' is at BassCoast held every July. Both events are held in British Colombia.
      Connect with Camp Clean Beats:
      Facebook.com/CampCleanBeats
      Instagram.com/path.waysToRecovery
      38 min

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    Are you In Recovery, Supporter of Recovery, or Simply Sober Curious? We believe that everyone has a story and that your story will help many others. Ravers For Recovery is where we share our Love of…