School of Rock Bottom

By Oliver Mason

11 years sober, I bring my experience as an in-rehab recovery coach & actor to explore addiction, alcoholism, recovery & mental health. You don’t need to lose everything or wait to hit a stere... more

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March 26, 2024 From Crack Drug Lord to Top Boy Actor! School of Rock Bottom 29: Jennifer Joseph
[TW//Drug use, drug dealing]
At 16, actor Jennifer Joseph was coerced into a life of drug dealing. Quickly she rose to the very top and was known as The General, travelling the world as a generator and importer of narcotics - with connections to all the major players including "The Cocaine Godmother" Griselda Blanco. Jen thought she was invincible, whilst also battling a daily crack addiction and, eventually, was caught at Gatwick airport with hundreds of thousands of pounds of marijuana and was sent to prison at aged 39.
This rock bottom proved to be the moment she completely changed her life. You absolutely will not believe how much Jennifer's life has changed in the past 16 years! Join the conversation RIGHT NOW you absolutely do not want to miss this!! A huge thank you to Jen for being so brutally honest - her story will inspire and fill you with hope and joy & her journey is bullet proof evidence that you can turn any sutuation into a positive one - I am proud to know you Jen and to call you a friend ❤️
More on Jen -
Jennifer has been a Clean Break Theatre Company member since 2010 - recently performing Hear by Deborah Bruce at The House of Lords. Other stage credits include Phyllida Lloyd’s Shakespeare Trilogy for the Donmar Warehouse, Paradise at the National Theatre & Inside Bitch at The Royal Court. TV & Film include Topboy, My Mad Fat Diary, Honey Trap, Riches & You Used To Be Famous. As a potent advocate for Arts in Prisons, she takes part in outreach programmes about penal issues and is an Ambassador for Women In Prison. Jen is currently working on developing her new theatre company call Nubian CoHearts and is working towards its first complete showing sometime this year.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
3:05 Jen's rock bottom
3:50 How Jen went from being an accountant to selling drugs
7:30 Jen's connections to Griselda Blanco
8:20 Why Jen chose drug dealing at 16
13:30 Can you just "leave" drug dealing?
15:55 Jen's recovery from using crack
21:12 Can you be a functioning drug addict?
23:28 Stopping using crack whilst also selling it
24:30 Jen using a higher power and acting to trimph over crack addiction
32:10 "My acting career took off because I went to jail!"
33:20 How does the crack buzz & acting buzz compare for Jen?
35:10 How does the drug dealing world compare to the entertainment industry?
37:20 Getting support from acting agency
39:20 The sensitive/actor side to Jen vs being a drug boss
44:00 Working on Topboy
48:00 Working in women's prisons as an ambassador
52:20 Can Jen forgive herself?
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March 12, 2024 How I Stopped Binge Drinking & Drugging! School of Rock Bottom 28: John Pickard
[TW//Binge drinking, drug use]
John Pickard is an actor, producer and filmmaker with a career spanning 25 years gracing the screens of many UK TV classics including 2 point 4 Children & Hollyoaks found himself out of work, depressed and using alcohol and drugs to cope with his emotions and an internal sense of feeling like a failure - hurtled into the dark abyss of periods of not drinking/using into periods of binge drinking/using until the birth of his daughter and a new life beckoned. John has been "clean" (as he puts it) for 5 years and has never looked back with his career going from strength to strength. For anyone struggling with binge drinking/using and looking for inspiration to stop this is a must watch. John is full of incredible advice for all creatives who want a long and happy career. Huge thanks John!
More on John -
With a career spanning 25 years, John has left an indelible mark as an actor, gracing the screens of many UK TV classics. Not content with just being in front of the camera, he seamlessly transitioned into the role of First Assistant Director, lending his expertise to a variety of films, including two feature productions and Channel 4 soaps.
In 2016, he embarked on a new adventure by founding WildStreet, an independent production company that became a temporary home for crafting documentaries for Channel 4, short films for diverse artists, and countless 'proof of concepts' for Commissioners.
Adding to his multifaceted repertoire, John recently completed a Screenwriting MA at Goldsmiths and now contributes his creative prowess to BearJam, an independent production company based in the vibrant district of Brixton.
Beyond the glitz of the entertainment industry, John Pickard is also a passionate footballer, having graced both the iconic Wembley stadiums—Old and New—for charity matches, earning himself a well-deserved Man of the Match cup. Yet, amidst all these achievements, his most cherished title is that of a father to his nearly five-year-old daughter.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
2:00 John's rock bottom
7:00 Lack of self love
8:15 How John's career began
12:47 Is fame a drug?
13:58 Why did John stop drinking and talking drugs?
16:16 Getting outside help
17:30 Binge drinking/using vs addiction
19:40 Getting into filmmaking
22:50 Advice for creatives in the industry
28:24 Dealing with rejection and expectations
31:50 How to fail forward
37:04 Why karma is important to John
41:30 Dealing with relapse and zero alcohol drinks
45:50 How John keeps his mental health strong
John recommends the following audiobooks -
Alan Watts "Out of Your Mind"
Inner Engineering "A Yogi's Guide to Joy"
Michael Neill "The Inside Out Revolution"
Thich Nhat Hanh "Fear"
Daniel Kahneman "Thinking, Fast & Slow"
Steven Peters "The Chimp Paradox"
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February 27, 2024 Georgia Lock: The Day My Brain Broke - OCD & Anxiety Recovery. School of Rock Bottom 27
[TW//OCD, Intrusive thoughts, extreme anxiety]It was New Year's Eve and actor Georgia Lock's world was about to turn upside down & change forever. In the blink of an eye, as the clock passed midnight, Georgia's (as she puts it) "brain broke". What followed was a cascade of intrusive thoughts, anxiety, worry, compulsions and fear. She didn't feel like she could trust her mind or believe she could ever recover. Fortunately, Georgia was relatively quickly diagnosed with OCD and her healing journey could begin. With a huge amount of hard work, determination & passion she is on the beautiful path of recovery. This podcast will inspire everyone that there is huge power in human resilience and offers hope to anyone in a mental health crisis. Georgia - I salute you. You are amazing ❤️More on Georgia - Georgia Lock is an actor and OCD advocate living in London, she began her career on CBBC at the age of 13 and went on to work with Disney channel in various shows. Credits include: Sadie J, The Evermoore Chronicals and the voice of Sadie Sparks with new projects being announed this year. An avid poet, Georgia won a competition in 2019 to have a small collection of her poetry published and is now working on her second collection for the publisher. She also writes music which is often inspired by mental health struggles and has run poetry workshops for OCD UK and was a panelist at the OCD action conference. Topics -0:00 Intro 1:45 Georgia's rock bottom9:08 The day my brain "broke"12:14 Intrusive thoughts & compulsions15:30 OCD red flags before diagnosis?19:30 Anxiety vs OCD 24:45 False memory OCD27:35 Intrusive thoughts connecting to strong emotions & feelings 34:20 OCD & the entertainment industry 38:45 Thoughts aren't facts 43:25 The comfort of community & therapy 47:14 The power of maybe 49:15 The madness of doubt 50:00 The backdoor spike 51:45 A good day with OCD recovery53:25 Ongoing maintenance
56:06 Final words of wisdom from Georgia For information and support Georgia recommends - https://ocdaction.org.ukhttps://www.ocduk.orghttps://www.treatmyocd.comThis Podcast is not for profit but my goal is to break even. To help me make more please donate here. Thank you! https://bit.ly/3kSucAsFollow Georgia Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/georgia_nathalieFollow Oliver Instagram - https://bit.ly/3IemHLYFacebook - http://bit.ly/3w8S1GxTikTok - https://bit.ly/3YGLsYmLinkedIn - http://bit.ly/3kp4ymCThreads - https://bit.ly/3svw7yLX - http://bit.ly/3GQYj2lListen or watch on: (please subscribe/follow & rate/review)Spotify - https://bit.ly/4bxJxMFYouTube - https://bit.ly/3UONMxrApple - https://apple.co/3PajZvQ

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59min
February 13, 2024 Danny Kirrane: You Can Control Overthinking, Anxiety & Binge Eating. School of Rock Bottom 26
From a young age, actor Danny Kirrane had intrusive thoughts and suffered anxiety, overthinking and imposter syndrome.
Acting and food was the perfect escape until his family life fell apart aged 18 which made his conditions snowball and created a food addiction and an unhealthy relationship with food. Danny found the courage to find therapy which has transformed his mindset and career. Although he can still struggle with anxiety and can still use food as a way to cope and push down negative emotions - his relationship with himself and an acceptance of what makes him human means he no longer punishes himself and is in control of a positive mindset.
Danny generously shares his journey and has valuable insights and techniques for anyone inside and outside the performing arts industry who struggles with anxiety, rumination, overthinking, imposter syndrome and binge eating.
More on Danny -
Danny Kirrane is a leading actor in the period drama The Serpent Queen for Starz/Lionsgate co-starring with Samantha Morton and Charles Dance and he has just finished filming the Netflix comedy drama Baby Reindeer. Other lead roles in shows include The Sandman, Wasted, Don’t Forget the Driver & Critical. Other shows include Peterloo, Skins, The Inbetweeners & The Pirates of The Caribbean. Danny has extensive theatre credits including Mark Rylance's West End production of Jerusalem. Danny completed a Physics with Astrophysics Degree at Leeds University before becoming an actor after training with the National Youth Theatre.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
1:40 Danny's rock bottom
3:38 Childhood anxiety
6:00 Overthinking, rumination & worry
14:50 Acting & escapism
17:30 Using food to cope
21:20 Self awareness & self acceptance
23:55 Tapping into feeings & therapy
25:30 Understanding food addiction
29:00 Positive self body image
31:20 Filling the hole in the soul
35:30 Learning to cope with Imposter Syndrome whilst being an actor and in life
47:10 Where to get help with food addiction
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January 30, 2024 Love Island's Malin Andersson (EXCLUSIVE!): Binge Drinking & Suicidal Thoughts. SO Rock Bottom 25
I had the pleasure to have a powerful conversation with Love Island star Malin Andersson. On this podcast, she opens up about things she has never talked about publicly until today - battling alcohol use disorder & binge drinking.
[TW] Malin has survived the grief of both parents passing to cancer and the death of her baby daughter, anxiety, depression, bulimia, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, sexual assault, potpartum OCD, suicidal thoughts and overdose. Despite all of this Malin is an absolute beacon of light and hope whose message is deeply aligned to the soul of this podcast.
Today, Malin is sharing a deeply personal UNHEARD part of her journey, as always, to help others in the same situation whilst also adding futher insights into how she survived all that life has thrown at her so far.
Malin is an absolute thunderbolt of good vibes and you will come away filled with so much strength and a feeling that you can get through this and you can become strong - no matter what you are going through. Malin - thank you so much ❤️
More on Malin -
Malin rose to stardom on Love Island UK and uses her huge following to spread mental health awereness and is a body positivity campaigner, who works tirelessly to spread positivity and joy despite having had to cope with so much pain and trauma in her own life.
Devastating, inspiring and enlightening. You must watch this!
Topics -
0:00 Intro
02:05 Malin's rock bottom
05:15 Binge drinking to cope
10:25 Fear of abandonment
17:14 Life lessons from hardships
19:30 Spirituality as a tool for strength
21:43 How to fill up the hole in your soul
26:30 The dangers of social media
27:40 Taking the mask off & being authentic
30:10 Attracting the right type of partner & energy
36:00 How to stay connected to your truth
37:19 What do you really control?
39:10 How Malin had a spiritual awakening through meditation & gratitude
41:57 ADHD, depression & medication
43:47 Using pain as a learning experience
45:35 Finding purpose from the hardships
47:45 Rejection is a redirection!
52:00 How Malin is staying sober
56:55 Mental health topics Malin is passionate about
58:10 The biggest learning from hitting rock bottom
Further support -
https://alcoholchange.org.uk/help-and-support/get-help-now
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January 16, 2024 Beat Depression, Addiction & Anxiety! School of Rock Bottom 24: Maddie Kitchen
[TW//Major depression, panic attacks, anxiety, alcohol abuse]
Filmmaker and director Maddie Kitchen was 19 and clinically depressed and suffering panic attacks. At first, alcohol helped relieve her symptoms but years later she found herself suffering a mental breakdown and shaking from alcohol withdrawal every time she tried to stop. Maddie finally surrendered and found recovery through filmmaking and fellowship. Maddie shares exactly how she uses the power of creativity and community to arrest her own and other people's addictions, depression and anxiety.
Maddie is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts - in recognition of her work using film to support and advocate for inclusive and diverse mental health and addiction recovery - is a social filmmaker and runs the non profit, Camden based social enterprise Sobriety Films UK.
She set it up in 2019 as a lived experience, female led organisation that uses film to promote and support people in recovery from addiction, mental ill health and trauma. SFUK, believes in the healing power of creativity to overcome adversity. They have worked with Rethink Mental Illness, NHS England, the Alcohol Health Alliance, Turning Point, Humankind, CGL, the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Scottish Health action on Alcohol Problems, Recovery Street Film Festival and the Reel Recovery Film Festival USA. SFUK is also a member of the National Suicide Prevention Alliance.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
2:27 Maddie's rock bottom
5:53 Using alcohol for depression & anxiety
7:56 What is dual diagnosis?
8:46 Dealing with major depressive disorders and panic as a teenager
11:48 Maddie's genetics and environment
12:50 Overcoming panic
16:22 What is a 'breakdown'?
18:23 Taking psychedelic drugs
19:43 Why using drugs and alcohol to cope with anxiety is dangerous
22:34 What it's like having alcohol withdrawal then into recovery
25:09 Relapse in recovery
27:14 Finding strength in the hard moments
30:08 Breaking the stigma through filmmaking
33:35 The birth of Sobriety Films UK
35:42 What do Sobriety Films do?
38:25 The healing power of creativity to overcome adversity
40:25 Why are creatives more likely to suffer with poor mental health?
43:35 How do you keep anxiety & depression at bay?
45:26 The art of saying no!
Further support -
Your GP - When you talk to your GP about your mental health they'll listen, give you advice and introduce you to a mental health service they think will be most helpful to you.
NHS 111- 111 will tell you the right place to get help if you need to see someone. Use the NHS 111 online service, or call 111. You may be able to speak to a nurse, or mental health nurse, over the phone.
Rethink Mental Illness - 0808 801 0525
Mind - 0300 123 3393 - If you need non-urgent information about mental health support and services that may be available to you.
Switchboard - If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, you can call Switchboard on 0300 330 0630 (10am–10pm every day), email [email protected] or use their webchat service. Phone operators all identify as LGBT+.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). You can call the CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) if you are struggling and need to talk. Or if you prefer not to speak on the phone, you could try the CALM webchat service.
Samaritans - 116 123. https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
Text Shout 85258 - https://giveusashout.org For young people
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - Offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. 0800 689 5652 (6pm–3:30am every day).
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January 02, 2024 Let's End Heroin Addiction & Knife Crime! School of Rock Bottom 23: Carl Scott
[TW//Drug Misuse & Violence]
Carl Scott suffered childhood abuse, domestic violence and was groomed into a gang at age 13. He's been stabbed 3 times, his best friend died in his arms and at 15 he was living in a hostel addicted to heroin - then onto prison. 7 years ago, Carl changed his life completely and went on a mission to help other people get free of drugs and alcohol and has set up Project Youth to empower Young People to prevent youth crime and violence through education programmes, 1 to 1 mentoring and group workshops. Carl is working with the local police to set up revolutionary bleed control kits around Sussex (and soon to be London) which are designed to prevent catastrophic blood loss while waiting for the paramedics to arrive.
Thank you, Carl Scott, for sharing your inspiring journey, life transformation and dedication to breaking the cycle of drugs violence and knife crime on my podcast. Your work with Project Youth is making a significant and vital impact and you continue to give hope to anyone struggling with drug addiction. Huge thanks!
Topics -
0:00 Intro
2:10 Carl's rock bottom
6:55 What is heroin?
8:00 Addiction and trying to avoid pain
13:55 Why Carl hated everyone
18:20 Why heroin was so powerful for Carl and the consequences
23:50 Why Carl wanted to be in a gang
28:15 Leaving gang life but addictions continue
32:40 How Carl got clean from heroin
42:10 The power of purpose & identity
47:50 Not living in the past and sharing worries
49:15 Project Youth and preventing knife crime
54:40 What intervention would have changed your life?
56:50 Why we need bleed control kits on the streets
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1h 5min
December 19, 2023 Escape Addiction: 12 Lies Exposed! School of Rock Bottom 22: Relapse Prevention with Oliver Mason
The 12 Lies of Addiction - Tools to stay clean & sober and avoid relapse from alcohol & drug addiction.
Christmas can be an incredibly difficult time for anyone in recovery from alcohol or substance misuse. The festive season, with its endless social events and alcohol-fuelled celebrations, can make it harder to stay clean & sober.
In this episode, I’m exposing The 12 Lies of Addiction—the misleading thoughts that can lead to relapse. By recognising these lies, you can make healthier choices and strengthen your recovery toolkit. Whether you're new or have been in recovery for years, this episode will give you the tools to stay alcohol and drug-free over Christmas and beyond.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
2:25 What is addiction?
5:40 Lie 1 - There is no problem!
8:13 Lie 2 - There is a problem but the problem wont go away!
12:30 Lie 3 - You ARE your addiction!
15:18 Lie 4 - Addiction is too complicated to understand!
25:31 Lie 5 - Just 1 wont hurt!
29:27 Lie 6 - It will be different this time!
30:23 Lie 7 - No one is here so who will know?
31:48 Lie 8 - Forever is impossible so relapse now!
34:43 Lie 9 - It will be like the "good" days!
36:38 Lie 10 - Drinking/using will make you feel better!
41:00 Lie 11 - If only you were "normal"!
47:19 Lie 12 - You are not enough!

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53min
December 05, 2023 Free Yourself From Anxiety & OCD! School of Rock Bottom 21: Ria Fay
[TW//OCD, POCD, Obsessions, Compulsions]
Actor Ria Fay's anxiety, panic, fear, intrusive thoughts and compulsions were out of control. The pandemic proved to be a challenging period for the world, but it was especially harrowing for those dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Ria has suffered OCD symptoms since aged 5 and today she provides a poignant and powerful account of what it's like to live with untreated OCD, recounting how her condition reached it's lowest point during the pandemic, posing a significant threat to her acting career.
However, this low point became the catalyst for Ria's remarkable recovery. With the support of her loved ones, she managed to conquer her demons. Through this ordeal, Ria learned that even in the darkest moments, you can discover inner strength and freedom and she shares it all to help anyone struggling with OCD, anxiety, worry and intrusive thoughts.
Approximately 1-2% of the population in the UK, or around three-quarters of a million people, are affected by OCD, although the actual numbers could be higher due to many keeping their condition hidden.
More on Ria -
Ria is Co-Artistic Director of Concept Theatre graduating from East 15 Acting School. She is about to appear in The Polar Express in Edinburgh this Christmas and this summer produced the theatre show SONS which sold out at both Vault Festival and Brighton Fringe and has since been nominated for an OffFest award. She has worked with OCD Action & performed her show "I'm Just a Little Bit OCD". The show later toured London in 2022 to Southwark Playhouse, Chickenshed and The Cockpit with support from Arts Council England and The National Lottery Community Fund. She recently recorded "Director of Me", for Radio 4, detailing a month in the life of someone with OCD.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
02:27 Ria's rock bottom
12:00 The emotional strain of OCD
14:15 What is OCD?
16:10 Obsessions, intrusive thoughts & seeking reassurance
20:15 The subsets/themes of OCD
24:25 What Is Pedophile OCD?
28:50 The power of sharing your intrusive thoughts
31:26 Breaking the stigma surrounding OCD
33:45 Managing compulsions
38:15 What's the cause of Ria's OCD?
39:50 The role of medication/therapy in OCD recovery
47:35 Dealing with the acting industry & OCD
For information and support Ria recommends -
https://ocdaction.org.uk
https://www.ocduk.org
https://www.treatmyocd.com/
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55min
November 21, 2023 Crack Addiction Pushed Me Into Sex Work - Now I'm 13 Years Drug Free! School of Rock Bottom 20
[TW//Crack cocaine use, sex work]
Eddy Queens was setting the world alight with her incredible singing, then suddenly was dropped by her label, she fell into a depression and got addicted to crack cocaine.
She was instantly hooked and within 2 -3 years Eddy's home was a dangerous crack den that pushed her into sex work, being homeless, estranged from her family, stealing and a 24/7 drug addiction to crack. Now 13 years clean and sober, Eddy will show that no matter how powerful the addiction and it's earth-shattering consequences - the power of recovery is far, far stronger.
She fell hard but recovered harder. Eddy has rebuilt her life and is once again a successful performer, inspiring mother and dedicates her spare time supporting other addicts bringing them back into the light and rebuilding lives. Eddy Queens, take a bow ❤️
More on Eddy:
Singer & Actress Eddy Queens was in the original cast of Black Heroes In The Hall of Fame and provided backing vocals for many stars including Omar & Mica Paris. Eddy then signed to EMI and had 2 dance track hits and also made an album with Leee John from the cult band Imagination. Eddy is now an actress-musican with many credits, most recently being seen as ‘Precious’ in Morgan Lloyd Malcolm’s Typical Girls at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre.
Topics -
0:00 Intro
3:05 Eddy's rock bottom
9:00 Why did Eddy turn to crack cocaine and sex work?
13:18 The role of escaping pain in addiction
18:15 Why Eddy made the change and forgave herself
21:15 Reclaiming your identity
22:54 How to survive a cut throat business as an addict
26:10 The transferrable skills of addiction
27:50 12 step fellowship and sharing problems
31:07 How to get honest, own your stuff and make amends
33:53 Ending shame and using empathy and your rock bottom to help others
36:06 Finding your tribe
38:12 Theatre gave me my mojo back!
43:30 How does Eddy see herself now?
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