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Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsChris Haugen - Three Years Sober and Playing Better Than EverChris Haugen's transformation from a touring guitarist juggling substance issues to a focused recording artist with nearly half a million monthly Spotify listeners stands as powerful testimony to what happens when creative energy finds proper channeling."Taking a lot of chaotic energy and streaming it down to one solid, focused beam" is how Chris describes his current creative process three years into sobriety. The results speak volumes—his monthly listeners jumped from 3,000 to 480,000, a testament not to diminished creativity but to enhanced focus and artistic direction.The conversation explores Chris's journey through recovery, including his in...2025-07-2847 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsComprehensive Healthcare - SUD Division Chief in Yakima - Jon SchlenskeWhat if everything you thought you knew about addiction treatment was rooted in outdated thinking? After 26 years in the substance use disorder field, Jon Schlenske brings a perspective that challenges conventional wisdom while offering genuine hope for those struggling with addiction. Jon is Division Chief, Substance Use Disorders and Integrated Services at Comprehensive Healthcare in Yakima, WA.This conversation traces Schlenske's journey from grassroots case management to his current role leading Integrated Care at Comprehensive Healthcare. His experience spans treating pregnant women with opioid addiction at Vanderbilt to developing hospital diversion and outreach programs.At...2025-06-0556 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsHR's Role in Supporting Recovery Friendly Workplaces: A Conversation with Michael ErismanThis eye-opening conversation with HR executive Michael Erisman discusses some barriers that can prevent meaningful support for employees in or seeking recovery.Michael shares his powerful personal journey, beginning with a sobering realization on his 25th birthday that changed everything: "If you don't make radical changes, you won't see 30." Since that moment in 1989, his path through recovery has intertwined with a distinguished HR career spanning companies like Microsoft and GE across 160 countries.Together we explore why companies default to the "box-checking exercise" of Employee Assistance Programs rather than creating truly recovery-friendly cultures. Michael challenges the c...2025-05-1458 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsDr. Kevin McCauley - Understanding Addiction as Both a Brain Disease and Human ExperienceDr. Kevin McCauley shares his journey from Navy physician to addiction recovery advocate, offering profound insights on the neuroscience of addiction and various pathways to healing.Creator of the documentary "Pleasure Unwoven" about the brain science of addictionBecame addicted to opioids after surgery while serving in the NavyCourt-martialed and spent time in Leavenworth, where AA meetings provided crucial supportNow works as a senior fellow at Meadows Behavioral Health CareDiscusses evolving views on whether addiction is best understood as a brain diseaseExplains craving as the central symptom that matters most to those experiencing addictionEmphasizes the importance of connection in...2025-04-101h 03
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsGreg Williams - Filmmaker & Producer of the Documentary "The Anonymous People"Join us in an enlightening conversation that delves into the power of sharing recovery stories and breaking down stigma. In this episode, Brett Lovins sits down with accomplished filmmaker Greg Williams, who shares his insights on transforming personal narratives into powerful advocacy tools. With a focus on person-first language, Brett and Greg explore how reframing the narrative around addiction can create a more compassionate understanding within society.Greg emphasizes the importance of community and the hope that comes from openly sharing one’s recovery journey. As they discuss the profound impact of Williams’ documentary "The Anonymous People," list...2025-03-0647 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsRichard Jones - Our Evolving Understanding & Treatment of AddictionRich Jones, a remarkable speaker I met at a SAMHSA event, joins me to share his transformative journey from the world of HR to becoming a therapist and certified interventionist in the recovery space. Rich opens up about his long-term recovery from opioid and alcohol use disorders, highlighting the personal and professional hurdles he faced during this pivotal shift. Our conversation sheds light on the stigma surrounding addiction and the courage it takes to embrace openness, even when societal norms might suggest otherwise.Labels like "alcoholic" and "addict" can often feel like barriers rather than bridges on...2025-02-2259 min
King County Recovery ConversationsBuilding Recovery Friendly Workplaces: Insights from Brett Lovins on Breaking StigmaJoin host Heather Venegas on King County Recovery Conversations as she welcomes Brett Lovins, an advocate for recovery-friendly workplaces. Brett shares his personal journey to sobriety and his experiences at Cisco Systems, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive environments for employees in recovery. He discusses the impactful documentary "The Anonymous People" and how it inspired him to break the silence around addiction and recovery.
In this episode, Brett details his efforts to promote Dry January in corporate settings and the positive response from colleagues. He also recounts a pivotal moment in early sobriety during a business trip...2025-02-0336 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsRyan Hampton's Mission to Revolutionize Recovery Support & AdvocacyRyan Hampton, a beacon of hope and a leading voice in recovery advocacy, takes us through his transformative journey from the depths of heroin addiction to founding Mobilize Recovery. His story is one of resilience and a relentless commitment to change, illustrating how personal battles can fuel a larger mission. Through our conversation, Ryan shares how his experiences with homelessness and near-death encounters propelled him to mobilize 70,000 advocates across the U.S., aiming to break down societal stigmas and reshape the policies surrounding drug addiction.We also dive into the pressing need for systemic healthcare reform, particularly...2025-01-0533 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsInvitation to Dry January 2025 with Nell Hurley & Brett LovinsCan curiosity transform your relationship with alcohol? Join us as we explore this question with Nell Hurley, a notable figure in the addiction recovery space with over 26 years of sobriety. Together, we navigate the evolving landscape of sobriety and the "sober curious" movement, delving into the intriguing concept of "gray area drinking." Nell shares her wealth of experience in guiding individuals through recovery journeys that venture outside traditional treatment settings, emphasizing the importance of curiosity in fostering self-reflection and challenging societal norms around alcohol.Our conversation dives into the heart of societal pressures to drink and the...2024-12-0528 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsKyle Zimmer - Health & Safety Director - International Union of Operating Engineers Local 478 on Recovery Friendly WorkplacesJoin us for an eye-opening conversation with Kyle Zimmer, the Health and Safety Director for the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 478. Kyle’s journey into peer recovery work is nothing short of extraordinary, beginning with the tragic power plant explosion in Middletown, Connecticut in 2010. Drawing from his extensive background in fire service and construction safety, Kyle shares the critical lessons learned and parallels between these fields, especially when it comes to addressing stress and mental health in stoic work environments.Discover how breaking down stigmas around addiction and recovery can transform lives and workplaces. Kyle highlights th...2024-09-2753 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsAmanda Polich - Creating Recovery Friendly Workplaces and Embracing Authentic LeadershipJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Amanda Polich, a powerhouse in the recovery and leadership space. As a certified Dare to Lead facilitator and a person in long term recovery (11-years), Amanda's journey from shame and stigma to empowerment is nothing short of transformative. She candidly shares her professional roles at UKG, her impactful volunteer work as the board chair for the Council on Recovery in Houston, and how embracing authenticity has shaped her leadership style. Through Amanda's story, hear how Dare to Lead training has been pivotal in her quest to Recover Out Loud and foster a...2024-09-1141 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsInternational Overdose Awareness Day (Aug 31st) - A Conversation with Megan TweedyWhen Megan Tweedy lost her brother Jeff Meyer to a fentanyl overdose, her world was turned upside down. Join us as Megan opens up about her journey from grief to advocacy, sharing her deeply personal story and the powerful message of International Overdose Awareness Day. She candidly discusses the emotional toll of losing a loved one to substance use disorder and the vital role that this day plays in honoring those who have been affected.In this episode, we tackle the pervasive stigma surrounding opioid use disorder and the urgent need to treat addiction as a medical...2024-08-2953 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsKeri Clark - Professional Psychologist & Childhood Friend Discussing Our Recovery JourneysMy childhood friend, Keri Clark, takes us through his tumultuous yet inspiring journey of grappling with substance use disorder. We reminisce about our wild teenage years and the different paths we took post-high school, offering a raw and unfiltered look at the intersection of mental health and addiction.In a revelation that's both sobering and enlightening, Keri candidly discusses the clever tactics he used to disguise his drinking problem at work, from meticulous wardrobe choices to strategic sick days. The episode takes a deeper turn as we explore his eventual acceptance of his alcoholism, the internal battles...2024-07-3151 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsKaren Duggan - Former Colleague at Cisco - Two People in Recovery Talking About Recovery Friendly Workplaces (RFW)Karen Duggan, a friend and former co-worker from Cisco Systems, joins me to share some of her journey of achieving and maintaining sobriety. Together, we explore the impact of finding solidarity with another sober colleague in a large corporation, and how important this connection has been for Brett. In Recovery Friendly Workplaces, this will become commonplace.Creating Recovery Friendly Workplace environments is no easy task, especially when considering diverse cultural contexts and the unique challenges of international corporations like Cisco where we worked together. Karen and I dive into practical strategies, such as framing abstinence from alcohol a...2024-06-2754 min
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsReflections on 11 Years of Sobriety - Conversation with My Wife MollyEver wondered how celebrating sobriety birthdays can transform a recovery journey? Join us as we mark 11 years of sobriety, sharing heartfelt reflections and personal milestones. From the unwavering support of my first sponsor, Todd Edwards, to the compassionate guidance of Steve Dunn, you'll hear stories that underscore the power of community and resilience. Listen in as we discuss the traditions that have kept me grounded and the broader life lessons learned along the way.Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and this episode shines a light on the diverse paths to overcoming Substance Use Disorder (SUD). We...2024-05-2939 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsDakota Lovins - My Nephew and I Discuss Substance Use Disorder and SobrietySubstance Use Disorder (SUD) and addiction is a family disease. It doesn't just affect the person with the condition, it affects everyone around them. My nephew Dakota was 15 when I got sober. He shares his thoughts on my disease and our family dynamics around it since I got sober 10 years ago.If you or a loved one are curious (which is key), consider checking out the links below:Shatterproof.orgSAMHSAOther useful links from Brett: Sober Curious Consulting - Brett's Recovery Friendly Workplace consulting business. Brett's YouTube channel Washington Recovery Alliance...2024-03-3144 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsMichael Palmisano - Guitar Teacher, Musician and YouTube Creator - Discussion on Alcohol After Stopping DrinkingI've been a fan and student of Michael Palmisano for about a year. He's a wonderful guitar teacher for all levels and has an amazing online portal for guitar education called Guitargate.com of which I am a member. Additionally, he's got a wonderful YouTube channel to check out whether you are a guitar player or not. Links below.A few months ago, Michael shared a heartfelt video about some challenges in his life. Near the end of the video, he talked about the need to stop drinking. The video (link below) garnered 133k views and over 1...2024-02-0456 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsFamily Medicine Doctor and Addiction Specialist - Dr. Gillian ZuckermanIn this podcast, meet family medicine doctor, Dr. Gillian Zuckerman who treats addiction in Yakima, WA... the town where I grew up. We talk about harm reduction, addiction misconceptions, the disease model and more. Really grateful for this conversation.From our chat, here is the Never Use Alone Hotline information: https://neverusealone.com/Here's a link to the Recovery-Ready Workplace Toolkit, released by the White House in Nov 2023: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/RRW-hub/ToolkitIf you or a loved one want more information about Substance Use Disorder, including Alcohol Use Disorder...2023-12-2749 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsJanet Hadley - The Alcohol Safe Workplace® CreatorIn this episode, I talk to Janet Hadley about The Alcohol Safe Workplace®. This is a program that she built from the ground up. What is it (from her website)? "An Alcohol Safe Workplace® has a culture that includes everybody, whether they are a drinker or not. People who work in an Alcohol Safe Workplace® feel safe to ask for help if they need it, and receive appropriate support.”The program is multifaceted and includes an accreditation for companies who participate and meet the 12 standards set out by an independent panel of experts.For more infor...2023-11-2848 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsRecovery Friendly Workplaces (RFW) with Soberforce Co-Founder Marin NelsonMeet Marin Nelson, sober advocate and co-founder of Soberforce at Salesforce. She's a speaker and a consultant on helping end shame and stigma, particularly in the workplace. Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) initiatives and programs are underway in many enterprise businesses. Grateful to know Marin, she's a force for positive change and an influencer. Please consider sharing this episode with others that make decisions in the enterprise workplace.Link to Marin Nelson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinenelson/For more information on Recovery Friendly Workplaces:US Dept of Labor on Recovery Ready WorkplacesUS...2023-10-2745 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsThe Importance of Connecting with Others in Recovery - Chat with Todd EdwardsHappy to bring back Todd Edwards, my first sponsor, to the podcast where we talk about connecting with others as part of a recovery program. In AA lingo, it is often referred to as "the fellowship". For years I tried very, very, very hard to deal with my disease on my own, all alone and with daily, demoralizing failures. I've come to believe that connection is an important ingredient for anyone who is trying to address the disease of alcoholism and addiction. Something very powerful happens when we discover we aren't unique and alone. And for most, connecting with...2023-09-2158 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsMary P. Ozanic Describes Being a Gutter Drunk and Discussions of The BottomMary has described herself as a "gutter drunk" on many occasions in the meeting that we attend together. I asked her if she'd be willing to explore what that means and how bad it got for her during her active addiction. Along the way we also discuss "the bottom" as a concept as well several other things.Please also be aware that the topic of suicide does come up in this conversation.We also discuss the Jellinek Curve.If you or someone you love wants more information about Substance Use Disorder and Addiction...2023-08-3152 min
CAREER – rule 11 readerAddiction RecoveryAddiction and addiction recovery are not a “normal” Hedge topic, but addiction afflicts many people in Information Technology. We’re all “hard driven” types, who feel failure keenly, and we tend to spend more time working than is probably healthy for us. Brett Lovins has been through addiction and recovery, and joins Tom Ammon, Russ White, and Eyvonne Sharp to talk about this high impact topic.
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2023-08-2444 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsSebastien LeTellier, Music & Artist Manager - Sober 2 1/2 YearsI've had the pleasure of attending a weekly meeting with Sebastien for the past 2 and a half years. He joined that meeting with 9 days of sobriety and I've had the opportunity to attend many meetings with him since. He's an artist manager, so his work puts him up close to the vices that he used for many years. We get into a variety of topics, including one that I hear often: "how can I be sober forever?"More about Sebastien can be found on his Instagram and LinkedIn pages.If you or a loved one...2023-07-2354 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsJohn Shipe, Professional Musician Based in Eugene, OregonJohn Shipe is a talented singer songwriter based in Eugene, OR. We knew each other years ago in band circles in the early 1990s. I found out through a mutual musician friend that John is also sober and he was willing to have a conversation. To hear more music and find out where to catch John live, visit John Shipe MusicAt the end of the podcast is a full length song by John: The Rest of MeSome additional links from the conversation:MusiCares.org - MusiCares helps the humans behind music because...2023-06-181h 01Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsTime and Recovery - Reflections on 10 Years of Being Sober and My First AA MeetingTaking some time to talk about time. Time in sobriety and recovery and my musings at my 10 year milestone (May 28, 2023). I also share some stories from early recovery around the concept of time, including a recounting of my first AA meeting, where a woman shared something that might have saved my life by keeping me there. 10 years sober... I couldn't go 5 days sober... I was passed out drunk every night for years. The progressive nature of the disease made those last years very difficult. Trying desperately to moderate while simultaneously accelerating. A terrible recipe.For more information...2023-06-0153 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsSobriety While Continuing to Smoke Marijuana - Three Stories - Jeremy, Bob and RobBeing around sober circles has made my life so much richer as opposed to going it alone in my new life as a sober man. I've seen and heard the question/story many times: "well what about weed?" Here are three men that I admire who will share their stories on being alcohol and elicit drug free, while continuing to use marijuana... and then quitting too. Thank you to my friends Rob Solomon, Bob Hickman and Jeremy Harrell for sharing their stories.If you or a loved one has more questions about substance use disorder or general c...2023-05-2047 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsDan Falcone Got Sober at 26 - He's Now 32 - Getting Sober Younger is PossibleDan Falcone and I have been friends and fellow sober people for a good while now. We walked through the 12 steps together and I've learned a lot from him over these years. I remember having hour long meetings after an AA meeting together, out in the parking lot. Dan has been sober 6 years and got sober at age 26. It is absolutely possible to address Substance Use Disorder at any age. I've yet to meet someone who wishes they hadn't sooner. Dan and I caught up for a conversation on sobriety and recovery.If you or a loved o...2023-04-2251 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsShatterproof - Associate VP, Megan Gavin Talks About this Non-Profit's Important WorkI'd like to introduce my audience to Megan Gavin who is the Associate Vice President of Integrated Fundraising for Shatterproof. I've been recommending this organization as a one-stop, online resource for all things addiction (substance use disorder). This organization's mission and efforts are one of a kind. Please consider taking a look at their website if you are someone who is interested in learning more for yourself, your family and friends. Become part of a growing movement of people who are educating themselves and lifting the cloud of shame and stigma for this treatable disease. For those of you...2023-04-0232 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsMegan Tweedy - Three Years After Her Brother Jeff Meyer's Fentanyl OverdoseCaught up with my friend Megan Tweedy for our second podcast conversation on the fentanyl epidemic. Megan's brother, Jeff Meyer, died from a fentanyl overdose on Feb 24, 2020. Three years later, she is working to educate people about a huge problem in our society that she and her family were impacted by with Jeff's passing. Here's a link to our first episode: Megan Tweedy on Losing Her Brother, Jeff Meyer, to Overdose & the Fentanyl CrisisShe has arranged a panel discussion in Yakima, WA on March 23rd, 2023 (6pm Pacific) with a variety of stakeholders on this issue. This...2023-03-1047 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsNon-Alcoholic (NA) Beverages with Writer Ian LecklitnerThe NA beverage marketplace is really expanding to meet a growing demand for people who are sober curious or are just trying to drink less. I read a super insightful article in SLATE magazine on this topic by writer Ian Lecklitner. Ian, like me, is in recovery and as such, it isn't a simple topic to celebrate without caveats. We also give you some insights into what it is like for two complete strangers to meet for the first time and discuss their sobriety journey.Here is a link to Ian's article: My Sober Feud with Nonalcoholic Drinks2023-02-181h 00Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsThe Front Row Seat to the Progressive Nature of the Disease - My Wife, Molly Sanders's StoryPosting a really special episode today, a conversation with my wife of 24 years, talking about a common thing in our household - recovery and sobriety. There are several references in this episode to the previous episode where I talk about my final months of drinking and drugging before getting sober. Might make sense to listen that one first if you have the time. We talk about Al-Anon, AA, early recovery, alcohol in the house after getting sober, the progressive nature of the disease and more. Molly absolutely had a front row seat. Hopefully this conversation continues to do what...2023-02-021h 14Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsMy Final Days of Drinking and First Day Sober StoryThis is a topic that I'm fascinated by. I like asking people to recount their final days and the final approach to the moment they stopped. There are a wide variety of stories. Some are gradual, some are sudden. Mine is kinda both. Here's my story of the full court press, Steve Dunn the Fort Collins counsellor and the beginning of my new life, from November 2012 to May 28th, 2013... my final days of drinking/drugging and my first day of being sober. If you or a loved one are having substance use issues, I'd like to recommend Shatterproof.org...2023-01-1147 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsConversation with my First Sponsor - Todd EdwardsReally happy to bring you a conversation with my first sponsor, Todd Edwards. We cover multiple topics including: swapping stories about our early work together, the steps, helping others, and anonymity. If you or a loved one have issues with drugs and/or alcohol, consider visiting Shatterproof.org as a place to learn more about this disease. This podcast is now available on all of the main podcasting platforms including Apple and Spotify. Hoping these conversations help some people. Thank you for listening. Other useful links from Brett: Sober Curious Consulting - Brett's Recovery Friendly Workplace co...2022-12-2741 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsOpioids After Surgery for People in Recovery with Phillip and BobFor people in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse or addiction, one very precarious circumstance that most will face is using opioids for pain after surgery. Listen in as I discuss this important topic with my two friends from Colorado, Phillip Hayes (college recruiter) and Bob Hickman (retired dentist). Thank you Bob and Phillip for your willingness to be vulnerable and talk about this shortly after surgery in both of your cases.To pursue this topic further, I'd like to recommend another podcast with actor and comedian Dax Shepherd where he talks with his wife, Kristen Bell, a...2022-12-1156 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsSpiritual Advisor Steve Aronson Talks About Spirituality in Addiction RecoveryFinding my way to people was (and is) an important part of my program of recovery. When I started, I wandered into the only game in town that I knew of: Alcoholics Anonymous. Here were rooms full of people who I discovered drank and did drugs the way I did. But there was the "G" word (God) plastered on the walls. This was problematic for feeling comfortable. I was lucky to meet my sponsor Todd and his sponsor Lane and his sponsor Steve Aronson. Steve has been a spiritual advisor in recovery centers for many years. These three men...2022-11-2630 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsRelapse Story - Jim Clague - 24 Years Sober and a RelapseI have to be diligent, and stories like these are a great reminder of why. No matter how long I am sober, I have to know in my bones that I have this disease and I'll never be cured. I can never again drink safely, moderately, normally. Thank you Jim for sharing your story of being sober 24 years and what happened when you tested out what happened when you drank again.Other useful links from Brett: Sober Curious Consulting - Brett's Recovery Friendly Workplace consulting business. Brett's YouTube channel Washington Recovery Alliance - building the capacity...2022-11-1325 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsConversation with Dr. Mira Zein - Cisco’s Corporate Behavioral Health Director on the Disease Model of AddictionI'm proud to work for Cisco Systems and honored that I got to share my story and have a conversation with Dr. Mira Zein as part of Mental Health Awareness Week. Dr. Zein is Cisco's Corporate Behavioral Health Director and someone that our company turns to in matters related to mental health. She and I recorded this in one take, completely improvised... we cover a lot of topics including: genetics, treatment, shame and stigma, and much more. I'm grateful to have had this conversation and grateful that she and the Cisco Benefits Team were cool with me sharing it...2022-10-2636 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsMegan Tweedy on Losing Her Brother, Jeff Meyer, to Overdose & the Fentanyl CrisisMegan Tweedy lost her brother, Jeff Meyer, to a Fentanyl overdose Feb 20, 2022. Megan is a friend of mine, her husband is too... and so was Jeff. Jeff had lots of people who loved him. He lit up a room when he walked in, someone with whom conversation were easy and engaging, a guy who could make you belly laugh repeatedly. Lots of people miss Jeff. Since his passing, Megan has become an activist for Fentanyl education and overdose prevention. In this conversation, we'll touch on several aspects of the Fentanyl crisis. We hope you will learn some things in...2022-10-1044 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsAA Alternatives: Jim Mick is Sober and Has Never Attended an AA MeetingIn this conversation, I'll be asking Jim Mick to share some of his recovery story. We cover many topics including his involvement with AA alternatives: LifeRing Recovery and Recovery Dharma. Additionally, Jim talks about a recovery program that we met in for musicians: MusiCares. And finally, where I got my start: Alcoholic Anonymous (AA). As I've mentioned before, I'm an Ambassador for the non-profit recovery organization, Shatterproof.org. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction (also known as Substance Use Disorder), the links above may be helpful. Other useful links from Brett: Sober C...2022-10-0938 minAddiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett LovinsBryce Zimmerman and Brett Talk Sobriety and Recovery - Brett's First PodcastIn this episode, Brett Lovins sits down with Bryce Zimmerman, a recovering alcoholic with a sobriety date of November 7, 2016. Bryce shares his candid journey through addiction, detailing the struggles he faced before finding his path to recovery. The conversation dives deep into the feelings of hopelessness and the challenges of moderation that led Bryce to seek help. He reflects on his experiences with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), the bonds he formed, and how hearing the stories of others in recovery gave him hope and inspiration.As they explore the nuances of addiction, Bryce discusses the importance of community...2022-10-0349 min
The Cisco Learning NetworkCisco Certifications Changes, Part 8: On the New CCNA with Wendell OdomCisco Press Author and Educator Wendell Odom joins us for an interview in this episode of the Cisco Learning Network Podcast. Community Manager Brett Lovins speaks with Wendell about how this renowned Cisco Press author got his start, and also about the Cisco Certifications Portfolio Evolution. As a respected author of several books about the CCNA Certification process, Wendell provides a wealth of information about the new certification launch, and also his advice for students who are in various stages of the certification process.
For more information about the evolution of Cisco's Certifications Portfolio, please visit the Next-Level Landing Page...2019-10-0216 min