The Addictionary Podcast

Maegan and Bobby chat with author, standup comic, and speaker, Nikki MacCallum. Nikki has been featured on CBS, ABC News, VH1, and performs regularly all over the country.  She is also a speaker in residence at NYC’s Coalition for the Homeless’s FIRST STEP program where she speaks regularly on “Networking” and “The Importance of Showing Up.” Nikki chats with the hosts about her book titled DRY RUN in which she chronicles her dad’s passion as a marathon runner who battled alcoholism throughout his life, celebrating multiple years of recovery before his passing. She shares how her mother has found healing and the message she aims to spread with her book. Find Nikki’s book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or by visiting her website https://www.nikki-maccallum.com. Follow her on IG @nikkimacncheese

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The Addictionary Podcast is sponsored by The Genesis House (https://genesishouse.net/), and produced by Sweet's Productions at the Sweet's Studio (www.sweetsproductions.com). To purchase a copy of Sweet’s book titled Loving Lions: A guide for families struggling with addiction on Amazon visit https://www.amazon.com/Loving-Lions-families-struggling-addiction/dp/1723386340/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=loving+lions+mike+wilson&qid=1581292332&sr=8-1.

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The Addictionary podcast¹s new intro song is called "Here We Are Again" from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional¹s opinion because of

what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction. If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911.

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7. For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

This week, Maegan, Bobby, and Sweets talk about stigma in the ER and HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK™ (yes, it’s as trippy as it sounds). Maegan shares about her recent chaotic travel experience and the conference she spoke at in Dallas, TX at the American College of Emergency Physicians about stigma in the ER. Plus, she talks about Sweet's interventionist training in Asheville, NC and a recent HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK™ workshop that she says has changed her life.

 

Visit https://baystaterecovery.com/cfi-training-program/ if you want to partake in the next CFI intervention training and find out more about HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK™ by visiting http://www.holotropic.com

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The Addictionary Podcast is sponsored by The Genesis House (https://genesishouse.net/), and produced by Sweet's Productions at the Sweet's Studio (www.sweetsproductions.com)

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The Addictionary podcast¹s new intro song is called "Here We Are Again" from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional¹s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction. If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911.

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction

Resource Center:https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7. For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

Join Maegan & Bobby this week as they catch up and talk about the newest developments with production on The Addictionary podcast (footage of our episodes can now be found on YouTube!).

Plus, the hosts welcome Jersey Ed from the Friends In Recovery Podcast, which Maegan is also cohosting now. Jersey Ed shares his story and his work with Genesis House in Lake Worth, FL We also talk about stigma as a barrier to treatment and what we believe can be done to change the landscape.

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The Addictionary Podcast is sponsored by The Genesis House (https://genesishouse.net/), and produced by Sweet's Productions at the Sweet's Studio (www.sweetsproductions.com)

If you would like to become a sponsor for future shows please contact us today!

Email us at [email protected]: http://www.theaddictionarypodcast.comIG/FB: @theaddictionarypodcastTwitter: @addictionarypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8d73iH6MOZcTHQEXxTHlw

Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast¹s new intro song is called ³Here We Are Again² from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional¹s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction. If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911.

United States resources:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7. For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#148 Allow us to Reintroduce Ourselves! The A-team is back with updates upon updates plus Bobby talks about his latest film and award-winning torture scene in Among Them available now on Amazon Prime https://www.amazon.com/Among-Them-Jonathan-Thomson/dp/B07X5C5LS7/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=among+them&qid=1577764908&s=instant-video&sr=1-1. Maegan & Bobby share their 2020 resolutions and wish everyone a Happy New Year...hoping 2020 is a billion times better than 2019. Who agrees?!

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s new intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#136 Kratom, Sex & Love Addiction, and Lots of Laughs (BK is back!) with the Return of Recovery Rockstar, Lara Frazier! Lara returns to the show to talk about the downsides of kratom from Lara's perspective, love addiction, codependency and more! Listen to Lara's first appearance on The Addictionary podcast and why she left AA in episode #90. Follow her now on IG @sillylara.

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s new intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#147 NAD IV Therapy for Addiction: The Crown Jewel of Detox with Ciara Levine from BrainSpark Health. Ciara is the Clinical Director and Intake Coordinator for BrainSpark Health in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania where NAD IV therapy is used to help people recover from addiction by simultaneously addressing stresses on the brain, body, and psyche including PTSD, chronic illness, nutritional deficiency, and inflammation. BrainSpark Health aims to help people begin the reparation process after addiction by healing each individual cell. Tune in to learn more about how NAD IV therapy can help you with addiction and a host of other mental health and physical conditions. Visit https://brainsparkhealth.com for more information.

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#144 Harm Reduction and "Recovery a la Carte" with Shira Goldberg. Shira is a 12-step alternative and harm reduction advocate, Master Recovery Coach, consultant, writer, host, mom, and person in recovery who is dedicated to honoring personal recovery as a way to decrease shame and stigma. Check out her show on YouTube now: The Addiction Show https://www.youtube.com/user/the1addictionshow/about?disable_polymer=1. Send her an email to find out how she can help you [email protected].

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s new intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#145 PART VI of CannaChronicles with Adam Lundquist from Road to Recovery Treatment Center, the first opioid addiction treatment center in Florida which accepts patients using medical cannabis. Maegan is joined by guest cohost Liz Jaylin (from episode #7 of The Addictionary podcast) and they have a true meeting of the minds. This discussion is an eye opening, invigorating, and collaborative conversation about harm reduction, flaws in the medical model, cannabis in recovery from opioids, what perspective means when examining recovery pathways, and the importance of individualized recovery. Visit https://www.roadtorecoverytreatmentcenter.com or call 1-877-420 ROAD now to find out how you can set yourself or your loved one free from the struggle of active addiction.

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s new intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#146 We Are Stronger Than Addiction with Mary Cannon, Director of Development for Shatterproof. Maegan and Mary discuss Shatterproof's efforts to end the devastation that the disease of addiction causes individuals and their families, plus the latest news about the Shatterproof Rise Up Against Addiction 5k races taking place across the country. You'll find all the information you need here to team up with Shatterproof and join the movement to have your voice heard! Visit https://www.shatterproof.org to learn more about Shatterproof's efforts.

Walk with us on September 22nd in Boston! Maegan is speaking at the event and we are walking in honor of Chris O'Connor from Dopey podcast. Donate to our team(s) in Chris' name or register to walk with us and join us in the fight against addiction: https://www.shatterproof5k.org/boston/theaddictionarypodcast

https://www.shatterproof5k.org/boston/wjc

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s new intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/

#143 Stray: Memoir of a Runaway with memoirist, playwright, and performer Tanya Marquardt! Maegan and Tanya talk about her battles with inner demons and making peace with her past plus how Tanya and a group of struggling adolescents supported each other through their emergent journey. Buy Tanya's book now and visit her website for more info https://www.tanyamarquardt.com.

Walk with us on September 22nd in Boston for the Shatterproof Rise Up Against Addiction 5k! Maegan is speaking at the event and we are walking in honor of Chris O'Connor from Dopey podcast. Donate to our team in Chris' name: https://www.shatterproof5k.org/boston/theaddictionarypodcast

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Leave us a 5-minute voicemail with your questions/comments or share some of your story and we will play it on the show! Find the recording button by visiting www.theaddictionarypodcast.com now.

The Addictionary podcast’s new intro song is called “Here We Are Again” from the album, Spare Change, by Stiz Grimey. Purchase a copy now at www.stizgrimey.com.

The Addictionary podcast and related content shared by the hosts and guests is intended to provide information and/or entertainment only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not delay medical consultation or substitute a medical professional’s opinion because of what you heard on this podcast. For questions or concerns about any medical conditions you may have, please contact your doctor. This podcast and its hosts do not provide crisis support for mental health or addiction.

If you are in distress, visit your closest emergency room or call 911. 

United States resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. PRESS 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

SAMHSA's Crisis, Mental Health, Addiction Resource Center: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment

SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and addiction treatment referral and information, 24/7.

For a list of specific and comprehensive worldwide mental health and addiction resources, visit http://www.cocoonais.com/mental-health-hotlines-worldwide/