Evan dives into the complexities of divorce and addiction with featured guest Erin Khar, author of 'Strung Out'. The episode covers Erin's personal journey through a 15-year heroin addiction, her approach to recovery, and her advice on navigating relationships plagued by substance abuse. The conversation also touches on broader societal issues, such as the stigma around addiction and the flawed family court system. Listeners will find practical advice on handling the holiday season amidst divorce, the nuances of parental alienation claims, and thoughts on cultural phenomena like Taylor Swift. The episode concludes with an engaging segment featuring quotes from notable figures and a lively discussion on the underrated cranberry sauce.
Topics
00:15 Divorce and the Holiday Season
05:26 AI Relationships and Legal Challenges
12:04 Overrated or Underrated: Pop Culture Edition
23:14 Interview with Erin Khar: Addiction and Recovery
36:15 Addressing Skeptical Senators on Harm Reduction
36:47 The Economic Argument for Medicated Assisted Treatment
39:05 Personal Reflections on Writing a Memoir
40:40 The Dichotomy of Heroin Use
43:39 The Unwinnable War on Drugs
45:41 Advocating for Harm Reduction and Community Support
50:51 Balancing Advice and Personal Experience
52:51 Lessons from Beverly Hills 90210
54:40 Changing the Language Around Addiction
56:31 Parenting and Personal Accountability
01:14:05 The Importance of Sharing Your Story
01:19:36 Final Thoughts and Reflections
