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- Loving an Addict Without Losing Yourself with Tiana Cologna
When someone you love is caught in addiction, it can feel like your entire world starts to revolve around them and slowly, you start to lose yourself. In this episode, Paris is joined by Tiana Cologna, coach, NLP practitioner, and founder of Consciously Connect, who knows this journey firsthand.
Tiana opens up about what it was like growing up with a brother struggling with drug addiction, and how the traditional support systems often left her family feeling helpless and unseen. Through her own healing and study of alternative therapies like NLP and hypnosis, Tiana discovered new ways forward, ones that didn’t require waiting for the addict to "choose" recovery before the rest of the family could start healing too.
If you’re loving someone through addiction right now, whether they want help or not, Tiana shares so much wisdom about how to hold onto your own wellbeing in the process.You’re not alone in this.
TRIGGER WARNING:
This episode discusses addiction, enabling behaviours, co-dependency, and the emotional toll addiction can have on families. Please take care while listening.
You can find Tiana Cologna here:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Thank you to our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
https://hinterlandhealthretreat.com/home
https://www.breannamay.com/tms
https://www.unsilenced.org/
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Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
47 min - Exposing The Troubled Teen Industry with Meg Appelgate
In this episode, Paris chats with Meg Appelgate, survivor, author of Becoming UNSILENCED, and founder of Unsilenced, about what really goes on behind closed doors in the Troubled Teen Industry in the United States.
Meg shares her experience growing up in these institutions, the lack of oversight that allows abuse to continue, and why “tough love” approaches often cause more harm than healing. We dive into how normal teenage behaviour gets pathologised, the emotional toll of gaslighting and victim-blaming, and what kind of real support families need when they’re struggling.
While the focus is on the US system, we also reflect on how some of these same patterns might be playing out here in Australia, and what we should be keeping an eye on.
We also talk about:
Why it took years for Meg to speak up
The work Unsilenced is doing to support survivors
The importance of finding your voice after trauma
How to challenge broken systems and protect young people
Trigger Warning: This episode includes conversations around trauma and institutional abuse.
You can find Meg Appelgate here:
Website
Facebook
X
Instagram
YouTube
TikTok
Thank you to our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
https://hinterlandhealthretreat.com/home
https://www.breannamay.com/tms
https://www.unsilenced.org/
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
1 hr - Why EQ Matters More Than IQ with Breanna May
In this episode of Sh*ts F*cked, I chat with Breanna May, former teacher turned CEO of The Mind School, about breaking free from limiting beliefs, the power of emotional intelligence, and why the traditional education system isn’t setting us up for success.
Breanna shares the moment she knew she had to leave teaching and build The Mind School, a place where mindset, shadow work, and communication take centre stage. We unpack why EQ matters more than IQ, how shadow work helps us heal, and why communication is key to personal growth. Plus, Breanna reveals the one life-changing tool she wishes every school and household had access to.
If you’re feeling stuck or like your dreams are out of reach, this episode is filled to the absolute brim with insights to shift your mindset and take action. Tune in for deep convos, practical advice, and a few laughs along the way.
You can find Breanna May here:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Podcast
Thank you to our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
https://hinterlandhealthretreat.com/home
https://www.breannamay.com/tms
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
1 hr - Self-Worth and Unhealthy Relationships with Coach Carly
In this episode of Sh*ts F*cked, we welcome Coach Carly back to the podcast for an enriching conversation about self-worth and unhealthy relationships. If you’ve ever found yourself in a toxic relationship or attracting people who aren’t healed, this episode is for you. Coach Carly and I dive deep into how our self-worth impacts the kinds of relationships we attract and how we can break the cycle of unhealthy dynamics.
We talk about recognising the red flags, understanding the role our own healing plays in attracting healthier connections, and practical ways to build stronger self-worth. We also dive into how to stop settling for less than you deserve and step into relationships that are aligned with your growth and happiness.
This episode is packed with advice, tools, and insights to help you change your approach to relationships, strengthen your boundaries, and ultimately reclaim your worth.
You can find Coach Carly here:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Thank you to our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
https://hinterlandhealthretreat.com/home
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
1 hr 10 min - Married to a Con Man with Tahlia Hasson
In this episode of Sh*ts F*cked, we go on an absolute rollercoaster with Tahlia Hasson, a woman who has been through more in a few years than most do in a lifetime. It all started in 2019, when she was hit with the sudden death of her father while also preparing for her uncle’s passing. In the middle of all that grief, her six-year relationship crumbled, leaving her to pick up the pieces of a life that felt like it was falling apart.
Then came 2020, a year that started with a chance meeting at a hair salon, a whirlwind romance, and a miscarriage that rocked her world. Just weeks later, she found out she was pregnant again, and before she knew it, she was eloping in Broome with a man she barely knew…but life had more twists in store!
When her new husband disappeared to Melbourne for four months, Tahlia was left alone, struggling with housing instability, a newborn, and a growing addiction to Oxycodone and Tramadol. And just when she thought things couldn’t get worse, he came back, and so did the lies. Cheating. Financial betrayal. Oh, and the casual bombshell that he was already married to someone else the whole damn time.
Instead of letting her past define her, Tahlia threw herself into personal development, network marketing, and coaching, completely shifting her mindset. Now, as a mindset coach and podcast host, she’s using her experiences to help others break free from their own sh*t and step into their power.
You can find Tahlia here:
Instagram
Podcast
Thank you to our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
https://hinterlandhealthretreat.com/home
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
1 hr 40 min - Hinterland's First-of-Its-Kind Health Retreat with Jackie Durnin
In this episode of Sh*ts F*cked, Jackie Durnin shares the incredible path that led her to create Hinterland Health Retreat. From moving from Ireland to Australia and facing personal challenges that affected every area of her life, Jackie took a hard look at what was holding her back, and found the tools she needed to break free. After years of struggling with triggers related to relationships and boundaries, therapy led Jackie to discover Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).
What started as a way to heal herself soon became a career shift that took her to rehab facilities and retreats worldwide, including Habilitat in Hawaii. Now, Jackie is combining all of her experience to create a space where people can finally address their trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and physical pain.
At Hinterland Health Retreat, she integrates therapies like EFT with cutting-edge technology such as ECG brain rebalancing, IV clinics, and DNA analysis... all designed to get to the root of what’s holding you back! Jackie also opens up about her childhood experiences and how they’ve shaped both her professional work and her personal life. She’s here to help others find lasting healing, so they can move forward with confidence, and never feel the need to look back!
You can find Jackie here:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
Thank you to our Production Team:Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
https://hinterlandhealthretreat.com/home
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
56 min - Escaping the Cycle of Domestic Violence with Samatha Schulte
In this episode of Sh*ts F*cked, Paris chats with Samantha Schulte, founder of The Survivor Hustler, about her journey through domestic violence, addiction, and finding the strength to take her life back. Samantha opens up about surviving domestic violence and addiction, revealing the unimaginable trauma she endured.
Her abusive husband took his own life during a police siege, a final act of control after she tried to leave him. Now she has turned her darkest moments into a mission to help others find their way back to themselves. She shares how she turned her pain into purpose, creating The Survivor Hustler to help others own their stories and find a way forward, no matter how heavy their past might feel.
Paris and Samantha tackle the realities of domestic violence and recovery, cutting through the clichés to talk about what it really takes to rebuild when everything feels broken. This episode is a conversation about self-worth, and the power of refusing to stay stuck in the narrative someone else wrote for you. It’s honest, confronting, and reminds you that even when life feels f*cked, you can still hustle your way out of the dark.
You can find Samantha here:InstagramThank you to our Production Team:Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://yani-foord.mailchimpsites.com/
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
1 hr 18 min - Innovative Approaches in Psychotherapy with John Cuturilo
This week on Sh*ts F*cked, we’re joined by John Cuturilo, an empathetic Aussie life coach, therapist and host of the podcast Your Listener, with a knack for connecting with people on a real, human level. With a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and years of experience in mental health support, John has made it his mission to help people navigate life’s challenges and find their independence. John takes us through his journey into psychotherapy and what motivated him to combine traditional therapeutic approaches with life coaching. His practice blends evidence-based methods with a personalised, down-to-earth approach, ditching the one-size-fits-all mindset that doesn’t work for most of us. We dig into person-centred and existential therapies and how these frameworks shape his unique way of working with clients.We also tackle some big topics like the misconceptions about therapy, the limitations of traditional methods, and the ways John keeps his practice adaptable and tailored to each individual. He shares his thoughts on the vital role of communication skills, not just in therapy, but in life, and how he supports clients in finding their voice and achieving their goals.You can find John here:
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
https://open.spotify.com/show/3tHu90SNIPWohnur2lhyoi
https://www.instagram.com/your.listener.coaching/
https://www.youtube.com/@your.listener.coaching
—
Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
—
Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
https://yourlistener.wixsite.com/coaching
—
Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
56 min - A Fight for Sobriety and Motherhood with Sonya Johnson
This week on Shts Fcked, Paris sits down with Sonya Johnson, a fierce advocate, inspiring mum, and all-around powerhouse from the USA. Sonya’s story is one of hope, but it also takes a raw and unfiltered look at the harsh realities of addiction and the systems designed to “help” families in crisis.Sonya shares the heartbreaking experience of losing custody of her children while battling addiction, a pain that words can barely capture. In the US, the system often removes children from parents struggling with addiction, placing them in foster care. This adds layers of trauma for families already at their lowest. Australia takes a different approach, focusing on keeping children with their parents as long as basic needs are met. Sonya’s journey reveals just how gruelling the fight for reunification can be in America.The conversation explores the emotional and logistical challenges she faced to regain custody of her children. Navigating a cold and complex system, finding the strength to show up for court dates, and rebuilding her life to prove she was worthy of her kids. Sonya speaks openly about the heartbreak of the process and the pure joy of finally being reunited with her family.The episode also highlights Sonya’s incredible work with NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, her recognition as Child Welfare Professional of the Year, and her mission to support other parents fighting to reunite with their children.This conversation is an emotional deep dive into the heartbreak, hope, and healing that comes with addiction and family. It is essential listening for anyone who knows the pain of losing loved ones to addiction or wants to understand the resilience it takes to heal and rebuild.You can find Sonya here:https://www.facebook.com/proudbeautifulmom/https://www.instagram.com/Sonyajohnson0719https://www.tiktok.com/@Sonyandstevenhttps://www.youtube.com/@sonyajohnson0719
Thank You to Our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
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Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
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Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
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1 hr 27 min - Breaking the Silence on HIV and Addiction with Rhys Ross
In this upcoming episode, I sit down with Rhys Ross, Senior HIV Peer Educator for WAAC (pronounced whack), to have a raw and eye-opening conversation about his journey with HIV and meth addiction.
Rhys doesn’t hold back as he talks about what it’s really like to live with HIV, the intense stigma he’s faced (not just from society but also from within himself) and the overwhelming shame that came with his diagnosis. We dig into the misconceptions and outdated beliefs that are still so common, even in the healthcare system, and why education around HIV is something we desperately need more of.
Rhys also opens up about his struggles with meth addiction, which added another layer of shame and isolation to an already heavy load. He shares the turning points in his journey, and how he came to find the strength to rebuild his life. His story is one of self-acceptance, and now, as a passionate advocate and educator, he’s helping others navigate their own challenges while breaking down stigma one conversation at a time.
This chat is as inspiring as it is challenging. It’s not always comfortable, but it’s a conversation we all need to have. Rhys’s honesty, vulnerability, and determination to make a difference will leave you thinking long after the episode ends.
Whether you’re looking to better understand HIV, addiction, or how we can support each other in breaking free from shame and judgment, this episode is for you!
Thank You to Our Production Team:
Editing: Steve Dearden
Marketing: Sarah Miller
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Australia Wide Directory of Services:
https://www.myservices.org.au/
Western Australian AOD Services:
https://wanada.org.au/greenbook/
Aus AOD Phone Line:
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015
Aus Phone Lines for Anxiety, Depression, Suicide Ideation:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Services: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Mind Spot: 1800 61 44 34
Head to Health: 1800 595 212
Mens Line: 1300 78 99 78
Aus Phone Lines for First Nations:
13YARN: 13 92 76
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
Aus Phone Lines for LGBTQIA+ Community:
QLife: 1800 184 527
Aus Phone Lines for Children/Youth:
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Headspace: 1800 650 890
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Our Guest Speakers Mental Health & Addiction Services/Resources:
https://matrixprogram.com.au/
https://luma.org.au/
https://coachcarly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarah_koeberl_coach/
https://carolinebrunne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/joelriliffe/
https://www.thebluebutterflyinstitute.org.au/
https://www.claremacleodconsultancy.com/
https://heretohearaustralia.com/
https://a2apodcast.com/
https://dannyshannon.com.au/
https://encapsulator.io/
https://emmamakepeace.com/
https://addictioncoachingaustralia.com.au
https://beyondallbounds.com.au/
https://www.waac.com.au/
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Follow The Podcast Here:
www.shtsfcked.com
https://www.facebook.com/shtsfckedthepodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/shtsfcked/
https://www.youtube.com/@UChakY4S8T_A1iXIDSzQ8D3g
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paris-le-maistre-880761b5/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShtsFcked
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1 hr 13 min
About Sh*ts F*cked
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Sh*ts F*cked is an honest and unfiltered podcast diving into the gritty realities of addiction, recovery, mental health, and rebuilding life. Hosted by Paris Le Maistre, an Aussie woman with lived…
experience of meth and alcohol addiction, and the adult industry. The show shares real conversations with experts and those who’ve walked similar paths. It’s all about personal recovery journeys and pushing for a more compassionate, and culturally aware system.