Duke Rumely is a former alcoholic who has been sober since 1989. Since then he realized that what was needed at concerts and sporting events was an area for those who are sober and trying to remain that way. He founded Sober AF Entertainment and is making great strides in leading the sober movement - making sober the popular to be for young and old alike.

For information on upcoming events with SAFE spaces, visit their website: https://www.soberafe.com/

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Steven May is a federal whistleblower who took on one of the biggest pharmaceutical companies in the world: Purdue Pharma. His case, which once reached the Supreme Court, exposed what he believes was a calculated fraud that led to the approval of OxyContin and helped create the opioid crisis.

In this powerful interview, May shares the eye-opening details he uncovered during discovery. He reveals how his legal battle, though ultimately dismissed on a technicality, would have argued that if Purdue had not made false claims about the drug's efficacy, it never would have been approved. This is a story of a David-versus-Goliath struggle, where one man's pursuit of justice uncovered a systemic failure with devastating consequences.

May's experience resonates with other high-profile whistleblower cases, such as that of **Brooke Jackson** against Pfizer’s mRNA vaccines. He's previously been interviewed by major news outlets like *The New Yorker* and France 24, and now, he’s ready to tell his complete story.

Tune in to hear how Steven May's fight against corporate power sheds light on the origins of the opioid crisis and the critical role whistleblowers play in holding powerful institutions accountable.

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For anyone feeling stuck, unheard, or defined by their past, Hakeem McFarlane’s story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to rewrite your narrative. From overcoming a 20-year probation sentence to breaking free from the generational cycle of addiction, Hakeem shares how he transformed personal pain into purpose. He's spoken in every kind of space imaginable, from Bronx classrooms to corporate boardrooms, with one consistent message: you have to choose yourself to be chosen.

Hakeem’s journey is a masterclass in building a balanced life. After multiple sports injuries forced him to stop running from his feelings, he developed the "Choose Yourself Process," a foundational system that focuses on daily discipline, mindful consumption, and emotional regulation. This process, which helped him turn his own struggles into strengths, is what he now teaches others. He believes that your story isn't your shame—it's your superpower.

In a candid interview, Hakeem reveals the pivotal moments that shaped his resilience, including growing up with a single mother who struggled with addiction and the tragic loss of his brother at age 16. He discusses quitting sports and a full-ride scholarship, learning the hard way about the importance of grieving, and how he went from a college dropout to a proud graduate. Now the founder of Choose Yourself LLC, he's on a mission to help people embrace their authenticity and build their mind, body, and brand. Don't miss this opportunity to hear how Hakeem McFarlane turned his life around and became the living example the world needs.

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Ed Bisch is an activist who founded Relatives Against Purdue Pharma (RAPP) after his son, Eddie, died from an OxyContin overdose in 2001. After Eddie's death, Ed started a website to warn others about the dangers of OxyContin and began connecting with other parents who had lost children to the drug. This led to the formation of RAPP, a group that has been actively protesting and seeking to hold Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family accountable for their role in the opioid crisis.

Key details about Ed Bisch and RAPP:

• Formation: Ed Bisch founded RAPP around 2003 with three other mothers who also lost children to opioids. Anyone who has stood up to Purdue Pharma or spoken out against them is considered a member.

• Activism: RAPP is known for holding protests and attending hearings, often with photos of their deceased children, to keep pressure on the company and its owners. Ed has also been a claimant in a class-action lawsuit against Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family.

• Goal: The primary goal of RAPP is for Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family executives to receive jail time for their involvement in the opioid crisis, arguing that financial penalties are not enough of a deterrent.

• Media Attention: Ed Bisch's activism has been featured in various media, including the MTV series "True Life," the MSNBC special "The Forgotten Epidemic," and articles by authors like Beth Macy ("Dopesick" and "Raising Lazarus"). He has been a consistent voice calling for the Department of Justice to prosecute the Sacklers.

• Settlement Views: Ed Bisch has been vocal in his criticism of the various settlements reached with the Sackler family, calling them "a bankruptcy scam" and a "sad joke" because the payouts to victims are very small and the Sacklers' fortune remains largely untouched. He also points out that the settlements often include immunity from future civil lawsuits.

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You don't want to miss this interview with Beatty Carmichael, a spiritual health breakthrough expert who has a created a prayer-based process that has helped thousands of people break free from addiction, trauma, emotional torment, and chronic pain. What makes his approach so unique is that it is not based on religion, therapy, or medication, but on the science of how spiritual laws govern breakthrough and healing. His process consistently sees a 90% success rate, even in cases where traditional recovery methods have failed.

Drawing from over 30 years of studying spiritual laws and ancient biblical texts, Beatty helps people uncover and remove the spiritual roots behind addiction and its many underlying causes. Coming from seven generations of medical doctors, Beatty brings a rigorous, research-minded approach to spiritual healing. His mission is simple: set people free—from addiction and the torment that drives it. Don't miss this one!

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Meet Mike Grant. Six years ago, he was in an intensive diversion program for habitual drunk driving. Now, he's a 100-mile ultra-marathoner, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and the author of the gritty, honest memoir, (Re)Making A Sandwich. This interview will shock and inspire you. Mike reveals the raw truth of his recovery journey, from hitting the streets with his 4-year-old son to conquering unimaginable distances. But his story doesn't end there. Discover how Mike, an addiction therapist at Kaiser Permanente, has built RUN TRG, a revolutionary running club in Portland for people in recovery. This isn't just about exercise; it's about building a family, achieving impossible goals, and, critically, maintaining sobriety. Mike proudly shares that their club has seen an almost zero relapse rate – a truly remarkable achievement in the world of addiction recovery. Tune in to hear how one man's personal transformation is leading to a community-wide movement of healing and triumph. https://www.amazon.com/Re-Making-Sandwich-Addiction-Study-ebook/dp/B09J7VMSQM/ HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return [email protected] Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Get Ready for a Deep Dive Into Global Drug Enforcement and National Security

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Derek S. Maltz, a 28-year veteran of the DEA and one of the most influential voices in the fight against transnational crime. As the former Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Special Operations Division (SOD), Derek led over 500 personnel and helped coordinate the capture of cartel kingpins like El Chapo Guzmán.

Maltz played a pivotal role in transforming global drug enforcement—expanding SOD to 30+ agencies, working with international partners, and spearheading landmark arrests, including arms trafficker Viktor Bout, narco-terrorist Khan Mohammed, and global criminal mastermind Paul Le Roux. His leadership earned him the Presidential Rank Award and national recognition on 60 Minutes, CNN, and NBC.

Now a national security and public safety analyst seen regularly on major news networks, Maltz brings unparalleled insight into how the U.S. tracks and disrupts the world’s most dangerous criminal networks.

🎙 Don’t miss this interview—a rare inside look at the front lines of global law enforcement from someone who lived it.

🔗 Bonus: Watch his powerful March 2023 congressional testimony on the fentanyl crisis.

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Denise Barnes was living a full and faith-filled life in sunny San Diego—a devoted mother of three, a wife, a surfer, and a woman grounded in love and purpose. But everything changed the day her youngest son unknowingly took a single pill laced with fentanyl. Narcan was administered… but 911 was never called. That one missed step cost him his life.

Now, Denise is on a powerful mission to make sure no other family makes the same tragic mistake.

With raw honesty and a mother’s fierce love, Denise is turning her pain into purpose. Her message is urgent and crystal clear: Narcan can revive—but without 911, it might not be enough. Medical professionals are essential in those critical moments after an overdose. Time is everything.

From school assemblies to social media, podcasts to public events, Denise is spreading awareness with one simple but vital formula: Narcan + 911 = a chance at life.

This episode is more than a story—it’s a wake-up call.

🎧 Listen now and share it with someone you love. 📲 Follow Denise’s advocacy: @denise.barnes37 🔗 Learn more. Save a life.

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What happens when one woman refuses to stay silent in the face of devastation? Meet Julieta, a powerhouse advocate whose journey from the border town of Juarez, Mexico, to global stages is anything but ordinary.

Raised in a community ravaged by drug abuse, Julieta didn’t just witness the damage—she decided to fight it. Since 2007, she’s led the Florida chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, delivering over 400 riveting presentations to more than 21,000 students, parents, teachers, and law enforcement officers. Her reach? Global. From Honduras to Ireland, Julieta’s voice echoes across continents.

With over 150 media appearances and her own long-running Spanish radio segment, La Verdad Sobre las Drogas, Julieta is a relentless force for change—educating, inspiring, and empowering people to live drug-free lives.

If you’ve ever doubted the power of one determined voice, this episode will change your mind.

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Chris Janssen, MA, BCC is a USA TODAY Bestselling author, and results coach in performance and mindset. Her award-winning books include "Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want" https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1637633378?tag=simonsayscom and "Living All In: How to Show Up for the Life You Want" https://www.amazon.com/Living-All-Show-Life-Want/dp/B0BH8C5Z7B 

Chris has worked with hundreds of creatives, soldiers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses internationally to close the gap between where they are and where they want to be. Her training includes working with Tony Robbins on his top-tier coaching team.​

 As a board-certified coach with a master's in counseling psychology and 20+ years' experience, Chris excels in helping high-achieving perfectionists navigate performance pressure, rewrite narratives, and overcome self-sabotage.​Chris' work has been featured in: Newsweek, USA TODAY, Thrive Global, Simplify Magazine, RAPT Interviews, Publishers Weekly, Brainz Magazine, Moody Radio, and the Jesus Calling Podcast.​

A California native, Chris lives with her husband since 1995, Scott. They love to ski, golf, be with their horses, and adventure outside. Together they raised three children, now thriving young adults. 

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