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Real Drug Talk“I Woke Up Thinking I Was Home…” — The Night That Broke Him - With Michael LappinIn today’s Real Drug Talk episode, Jack sits down with Michael Lappin — a man who spent 34 years in addiction, 13 years in prison, and has now found purpose, recovery, and a mission to help others break the cycle.Michael opens up about childhood trauma, prison life, relapse, faith, rebuilding family trust, and how sharing his story on social media is changing lives. This is one of the most honest and powerful recovery conversations you’ll hear.👉 If you’re struggling or supporting someone who is, this episode shows hope is real — and change is possible.📌 Topics...
2025-11-0241 min
Real Drug TalkMeth - It Nearly Killed Me...In this video, Jack Nagle opens up about his real story with meth — from smoking speed at 17 to full-blown meth addiction and psychosis — and what it actually takes to recover. This isn’t about willpower or “staying clean” for a few days. It’s about rebuilding your life from the ground up.Jack shares practical tips for early recovery from methamphetamine addiction — how to get through the brutal comedowns, reset your brain, manage cravings, find purpose, and rebuild confidence and self-worth.If you’re struggling with meth or want to understand what real recovery looks like, this video...
2025-10-2820 min
Real Drug Talk“This Tiny Shift Kills 90% Of Your Triggers”Struggling with cravings or relapse triggers? In this video, Jack Nagle shares a simple, proven method to identify your triggers, build a real plan to beat them, and stay in control of your recovery.You’ll learn how to track your progress, count small wins, and find your why — so when the hard moments hit, you’ve got a strategy that actually works.👉 Watch now to discover how to turn your triggers into your biggest breakthrough.
2025-10-2604 minReal Drug TalkYou Don’t Need More… You Need to Let Go”Most people think recovery is about adding more — more discipline, more control, more hacks.But the truth? It’s about letting go of the stories, guilt, and identities that keep you stuck.In this clip, Jack Nagle shares why the real breakthrough in addiction recovery comes when you finally release what’s been weighing you down — not when you try to do more.👉 Watch now and learn how to drop the baggage, reclaim your peace, and create a life that actually feels good to live.
2025-10-2504 min
Real Drug Talk“I should’ve died that night" - Surviving A Hit & RunShannon Althouse was left for dead after a hit-and-run in the Northern Territory. A Hilux came out of nowhere, hit him in fourth gear, shattered his ribs, collapsed his lung — and somehow, he still managed to stand up.In this raw conversation with Jack Nagle on Real Drug Talk, Shannon shares how he survived, what went through his mind in those final seconds, and the insane twist that followed.This is one of the wildest survival stories you’ll ever hear — a real look at resilience, trauma, and redemption.Watch now to hear:The night Shannon was run over and le...
2025-10-2504 minReal Drug TalkThis is why the 12-steps are stupid...Is addiction really a disease… or is that story keeping people stuck?In this video, Jack Nagle breaks down why the traditional disease model of addiction might be doing more harm than good — and how the labels we use can shape recovery outcomes. He shares how being told he had a “disease” helped him at first… but eventually became a belief that limited his growth.If you’ve ever questioned what recovery really means — this one’s for you.👉 Watch now to explore a new way of thinking about addiction, recovery, and personal transformation.Book a free call he
2025-10-2403 min
Real Drug Talk(I wish I knew this earlier) - Rebels Biker Boss On Meth & CrimeOn this episode of Real Drug Talk, Jack Nagle sits down with Shannon Althouse—a former street kid, biker gang leader and repeat prisoner—who turned nine years of sobriety into a mission helping young people across Australia. Shannon unpacks meth addiction, near-death moments, life inside NT prisons, and the mindset shift he built through mindfulness/Buddhism, fitness, and Indigenous cultural dance—now taking his message to communities, schools and national youth forums.Main takeawaysFrom street life → gangs → prison to purpose-driven sobriety (9 years)First drug exposure at age 10–11; heavy meth use in his 20sRaw account of prison anxiety, violence, and survival...
2025-10-221h 05
Real Drug TalkIs addiction a disease?...Is addiction really a disease — or have we been misled by decades of stigma and funding bias? In this video, Jack Nagle dives deep into the controversial debate around the disease model of addiction. Drawing on insights from neuroscientist Dr. Carl Hart, 12-step programs, and his own lived experience, Jack challenges the idea that addiction is purely a “spiritual” or “brain disease.”He explores how the disease narrative can both help and harm people in recovery, why many studies may be biased, and what a more empowering, human approach to addiction could look like.👉 Watch to the end to discover why...
2025-10-2212 min
Real Drug TalkSurvival Guide -“How to Stay Sober (and Actually Enjoy The Silly Season)”Staying sober at Christmas or during the holidays can feel like walking through a minefield — parties, family pressure, endless drinks, and that voice in your head saying, “just one won’t hurt.”In this video, Jack Nagle from Connection Based Living breaks down the real truth about staying sober over Christmas — the parts no one talks about. You’ll learn how to deal with cravings, social pressure, loneliness, and those emotional triggers that come up during the festive season.Whether you’re new to recovery or have been sober for years, these strategies will help you stay grounded, connected, and strong thr...
2025-10-2112 min
Real Drug Talk“Before You Try to Quit… Listen To This Story”Nothing changes if nothing changes..In this episode of Real Drug Talk, Jack Nagle discusses storytelling and how that impacts addiction recovery. Jack, how reframing your story can completely shift your beliefs, identity, and outcomes in life.You’ll learn how storytelling is used inside the Connection Based Living and Wholeness Shift Mentorship programs to uncover emotional pressure points, heal old wounds, and build a new, empowering narrative for recovery.book a free call here: https://www.connectionbasedliving.com/bookcall/
2025-10-1916 minReal Drug Talk8–16 Grams a Night: The Truth That Saved Davey“From 8–16g Benders to 644 Days Sober: Davey Lloyd on Cocaine Addiction, Seizures, Rehab & Rebuilding Life”In this raw, no-fluff episode of Real Drug Talk, Jack Nagle sits down with Davey Lloyd—Northern Beaches carpenter, ex-reality TV personality, and now a voice for recovery—to unpack his journey from heavy cocaine addiction (8–16 grams over 24–48 hours), near-fatal seizures, crushing debt, and shame… to sobriety, therapy, and rebuilding finances, relationships, and self-worth.Davey opens up about self-medicating with stimulants from a young age, the hidden normalisation of cocaine in professional circles, the physical toll (u...
2025-10-1047 minReal Drug TalkHow A Near Death Experience Helped Her Change EverythingIn this episode of Real Drug Talk, Jack Nagle sits down with Tamzin Young to explore her powerful story of addiction, trauma, spirituality, and recovery.Tamzin opens up about:Growing up in a household affected by domestic violence and how it shaped her early yearsTurning to drugs, alcohol, and substances from the age of 14Her near-death experience at 21 that completely transformed her perspective on lifeHow spirituality, inner child healing, and self-awareness helped her move from pain to purposeHer struggle with alcohol, the turning point...
2025-08-2543 minReal Drug TalkInside The World of Injecting MethIn this episode of the Real Drug Talk Podcast, Jack Nagle sits down with Braden “Tonksy” Tonks to unpack his raw and powerful personal story of addiction, recovery, and transformation.From growing up in Hobart, to becoming a well-known figure in the Tasmanian nightclub scene, Braden shares how early exposure to drugs, domestic violence, and the wrong crowd spiraled into a 10-year struggle with methamphetamine and intravenous drug use. His story takes you through the highs and devastating lows of drug abuse, including time in prison, brushes with death, losing family, and homelessness.But this isn’...
2025-08-221h 14
Real Drug Talk"Inside the Hidden World of Chemsex: What You’re Not Being Told"In this episode of the Real Drug Talk podcast, Jack Nagle sits down with Dr. Jack Freestone, researcher and former manager of ACON’s LGBTQ+ drug and alcohol program, to explore the realities of chemsex, GHB use, and harm reduction strategies in Australia.We dive deep into:What chemsex actually is – and how it’s defined in research and community.GHB trends and risks – why use is rising, overdose dangers, and myths about dependence.Harm reduction strategies that work – from safe dosing and measuring to peer-led support.The METHOD program –...
2025-08-1647 min
Real Drug TalkSobriety Without The 12-Steps...Ever been curious about getting sober without 12-step programs? - Well then, this podcast might be for you. Today, Jack chats with Cheyenne from all the way in Florida. Chey shares her experience of addiction and sobriety and how she is now helping other women heal. You can find Chey on Instagram here: @sobrietyseven______________________To download the free report on dodgy rehabs, CLICK HERE______________________To book a free consultation, CLICK HERE
2025-04-2449 min
Real Drug TalkExposed: The Effects On Families In AddictionIn this video, Jack chats with Amanda from Addiction Makes Three about her personal journey in dealing with a loved one going through addictive patterns. How she made changes in her life, and how she now helps others to do the same. ____________☎️ Book A FREE Consultation: www.connectionbasedliving.com/bookcall🖥️ More Help On Our Website: www.connectionbasedliving.com.au/______________________📲 SOCIALS:Insta: www.instagram.com/realdrugtalk/Facebook: www.facebook.com/realdrugtalkPeace & Love✌🏾❤️Real Drug Talk Team
2025-04-2352 minReal Drug TalkFamilies & Individuals, Take Action On Recovery NowHave you been sitting on the fence with recovery? Then this episode is for you.
Today's show is from Jack's Instagram live with Amanda from Addiction Makes Three.
Amanda and Jack Chat about:
- Families and addiction
- The fallacy of rock bottom
- Why the time to act is now
- much much more.
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2024-06-091h 03
Real Drug TalkThe NDIS & AddictionHave you ever wondered if you're eligible for NDIS to help with alcohol and drug issues? Then this episode is for you.
In this episode, Jack chats with Kirah Middleton from Just Us Co.
Kirah talks through all things NDIS and explains some of the pitfalls and opportunities for participants or potential participants of the NDIS.
This episode is for you if you are looking for support on how to engage the NDIS or have a family member who may be eligible or even...
2024-02-2844 min
Real Drug TalkBANNED: Vape Policy - The Good VS The BadIn this episode, Jack sits down with Rebecca Lang, CEO of the Queensland Network Of Alcohol & Other Drugs to discuss the new laws being rolled out around Vaping in Australia
In this episode, we chat about:
The history of tobacco policy in Australia
Prohibition
Implications of the new policies
The tobacco wars
much, much more
You can discover more about the work that Rebecca leads at QNADA here: https://qnada.org.au/
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2024-02-1453 min
Mel Bampton Presents...How HumanHow To Bounce Back From Drug Use with Jack NagleIn this episode, we’re jumping straight into the nitty gritty of an illicit drug with the worst publicity, with a former high level sportsperson who was well on his way to an incredible career as a pro basketballer before meth amphetamines took him over and diminished all other aspects of his world. Jack Nagle is the founder of Real Drug Talk, he’s a recovery advocate and a real voice in the conversation of addiction which has been fraught over the years with approaches that have caused more harm than good, more shame than freedom and stigm...
2023-12-0656 min
Real Drug TalkSober Living With Will HitchinsIn this episode Jack Chats with Will Hitchins about his journey in sobriety
We chat about:
- Will's drinking
- Going to rehab
- The process of making tough amends
- Getting 100,000 followers on Instagram
- much much more
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2023-11-0552 min
How I quit alcohol196. From IV drug use and alcohol abuse to changing lives with Jack NagleI was so blown away to have this incredible soul on the podcast, Jack Nagle from the Real Drug Talk podcast. Playing basketball at a high level being coached by Andrew Gaze, Jack went from being fit and healthy young man dabbling in drugs until alcohol and drug addiction took over and completely derailed Jack’s life. After becoming homeless, suicide attempts, psychosis, living a life of crime and hitting complete rock bottom Jack got into rehab and did the word to free himself. He studied drug and alcohol counselling and is now running outreach programs to he...
2023-10-281h 17
Real Drug TalkTrauma & Addiction MasterclassToday we delving deep into the world of addiction and trauma.
In this conversation with Matty, K from the Centre For Healing we explore the connections between trauma and addiction, shedding light on how adverse experiences shape our nervous system responses and lead to maladaptive behaviours.
This episode is an absolute master class in trauma and how somatic modalities can help people find healing, peace and contentment around all kinds of emotional distress.
if you are a therapist looking to further help clients find...
2023-10-141h 22
Real Drug TalkShould Drugs Be Legalised? - Jack on the 3000 Podcast"Should Drugs Be Legalised?" Jack and Maloney discuss drug policy in society and delve into the nuances and implications of this contentious issue.
This is a cross-over episode with 3000 Podcast, which Jack was on a couple of months previous covering Jack's story, drugs in sports and drug policy.
Great episode to listen to if you're someone looking for answers to overcome addiction, interested in drug policy or you're looking for a great new podcast to follow (check out the 3000 podcasts)
If you're ready for a different kinda gear, help us out by giving...
2023-09-191h 36
Real Drug TalkFrom GHB To "A Life Beyond Your Wildest Dreams"So many people use GHB but not many are talking about it and sharing their stories of recovery.
In this episode, we chat with Sheridan Rose Shaw, Founder of Mama West Hair Studio about her experience with GHB, Ice and Alcohol Addiction.
In this podcast, Sheridan and Jack discuss:
- Sheridan with GHB and Ice Addiction
- How Sheridan got recovery
- Sheridan's experience in navigating rehab
- Sheridan's business and how she is tackling addiction in the beauty industry
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2023-08-0151 min
Real Drug TalkSPANIAN said "His a Hood Superstar" Bank Robbing and helping others - Jeffrey MorganIn today's episode, we sit down and chat with Jeffrey Morgan about his experience in changing his life after a life of crime.
In today's podcast Jack and Jeffrey Chat about:
- Growing up in Redfern
-Why Jeff stopped smoking cannabis
- Robbing banks
- Shifting your identity
- How to take lessons from challenging situations
- Jeffrey shares loads of gold nuggets of wisdom
-much much more
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2023-07-251h 04
Real Drug Talk10 million Australians harmed by alcohol each yearIn this episode, Jack chats with Dr Anne-Marie Laslett about the latest Alcohol harm research she has led via the La Trobe University, Centre for Alcohol Policy Research
2023-07-0434 min
Roadside Cycling PodcastJack Thompson: Chasing the Tour, 52 Everests & Unbound GravelIn episode 68, TPR is joined by Jack Thompson to chat about some of the amazing endurance records he has completed in the past 3 years. Climbing a million meters of elevation in a year (it required 52 Everest), racing the entire 2021 TDF peloton to beat them to Paris and his cannonball attempt in Japan - we cover them all and chat about the highs and lows of each achievement as well as the highlights. Jack was a legendary guest, and I know you will enjoy this one!
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2023-05-1658 minReal Drug TalkBeing In Rehab On National TVIn this episode, Jack chats with Heidi Lupprian about her experience in going through rehab on TV.
2023-01-241h 06Real Drug TalkThat Time I Was Ball Gagged On A BenderIn this episode, Jack is a guest on the last drinks podcast. Jack shares his story of addiction recovery and how his life has changed.
2022-11-011h 06Real Drug TalkFamily Interventions...Do They Work?This clip originally premiered on the Real Drug Talk YouTube Channel. In this clip, Gavin & Jack discuss family interventions and what it's like transitioning from the AFL to normal life.
2022-10-2113 minReal Drug TalkDrug Impacts In A Global Pandemic!In this episode, Jack Nagle speaks alongside Dr Viky Phan about the global impacts of the pandemic on mental health and drug use.
2022-10-201h 49Real Drug TalkThe Outback MindIn this episode, Jack chats with Aaron Schultz from the Outback Mind Foundation. Aaron is also the host of the Outback Mind Podcast.
2022-10-0548 minReal Drug TalkLast DrinksIn this episode, Jack chats with Will Hitchins and Mitchell Ford about their experiences in getting off alcohol.
2022-07-2846 min
Pebble in the PondS4:E21 | Jack Nagle: Real Drug Talk in Alcohol and Other Drug TreatmentTo encourage people to successfully engage in alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment, services need to be safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental.
One strategy used by many AOD service providers is to empower and utilise the voices of individuals with lived experience. Growing in popularity and prevalence within the sector, lived-experience workers (or peer support workers) play an important role in creating services that successfully engage people in AOD treatment.
This week’s guest Jack Nagle is an everyday Aussie passionate about finding and creating solutions for service consumers in the Alcohol and Other Drugs sector. Hi...
2022-07-2637 minReal Drug TalkHow ACID change My Life...In this episode, Jack chats with Jack from the page Trip Whip. In the show, Jack talks about how psychedelics have helped him be a better person and feel better.
2022-07-211h 01Real Drug TalkThe River of GrogIn this episode, Jack chats with Dr James Fitzpatrick, about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), his early Carrer experience in doing his PhD in the once alcohol-drowned Fitzroy Valley, 2500 km North of Perth and 400 km east of Broome and how this shaped the rest of his career.
2022-07-131h 09Real Drug TalkHow I Quit Alcohol with Danni CarrIn this episode, Jack Chats with Danni Carr about how she quit alcohol and her journey in creating her own podcast How I Quit Alcohol.
2022-06-291h 08Real Drug TalkMums Experience With My AddictionIn this episode, Jack chats with his Mum about his addiction and how she dealt with the chaos as a family member.
2022-02-1052 min
The Living Rewired PodcastReal Drug Talk with Jack Nagle: Suffering with Drug Addiction, Rehabilitation Methods, and Sober Life.Drugs, alcohol and addiction has massive effects on the community and individuals around the world, whether that be a direct or indirect impact. All the latest research and studies show that the harmful impacts from alcohol, drugs and addiction is one of the biggest health crisis facing the modern world.
Real Drug Talk was founded in 2014 by recovering drug user and addiction treatment professional, Jack Nagle. Fear and shame kept Jack from speaking out about his addiction and asking for help for a long time before he actually put his hand out and made...
2021-11-241h 09Real Drug TalkMental Health In Melbourne Lock DownIn this episode, we chat with Jack Boon from Jungle HQ about his experience with Melbournes Lockdowns, his mental health and his experiences with Mental Health.
2021-10-2057 min
Young Blood - Men’s Mental HealthIce, Heroin, Hell & Back | Jack NagleJack Nagle was a nice, middle class kid from a supportive, loving family. Not the background befitting the stereotype of the kind of people who destroy their lives on drugs…but that didn’t matter. Jack ended his teens and started his twenties as the most hardcore drug addict imaginable and the fact he’s lived to tell the tale defies all probability. Shooting up ice and heroin and swallowing fists full of prescription pills, he was brought back to life by paramedics after dealers left him to die of an overdose, only to go straight back to those same people f...
2021-09-0455 minReal Drug TalkRedemption (Must Listen)(Listener discretion advised) In this episode, we chat with Luke Shields about his experience of addiction, using heroin, going to prison after a serious drink/drug driving incident and how he changed his life after living through these experiences. After overcoming addiction and getting out of prison after a 7-year sentence, Luke is now an everyday Aussie, who is a tradesman and fitness professional with a young family. Listener discretion is advised with this episode, however, this show of the Real Drug Talk podcast goes right to the heart of the mission we would like to...
2021-08-041h 54Real Drug TalkThe Submarine Hunters Guide To Overcoming AddictionIn this episode, Jack chats with Paul Taylor about the neuroscience in overcoming addiction. Paul is a former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer, Neuroscientist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist who is currently completing a PhD in Applied Psychology.
2021-07-251h 04Real Drug TalkHow To Have A Great XmasWe are back! In this episode Jack chats about how to take advantage of these next 3 months and get real change for Xmas
2021-07-0416 minReal Drug TalkRecovery Model =Addiction SolutionsIn this episode, Jack takes a walk down memory lane and talks with Jase Bowman from Addiction Solutions Victoria. Jason is an addiction recovery specialist, CEO of Addiction Solutions Victoria and helped Jack in his early recovery when he was the manager of the service Jack was involved in.
2021-05-2550 minReal Drug TalkFind Your IdentityIn this episode, we chat with Glenn Munso, who is the founder of the YouthYou Program and author of the best-selling book, addiction doesn't discriminate.
2021-05-1850 minReal Drug TalkThe TARA Experience :)In this episode, we chat with Tara Hurster from the TARA Clinic & we chat about how she helps people recover from addiction.
2021-05-111h 22Real Drug TalkA Public Health Physician OG - The State of Addiction In Public HealthIn this episode, we chat with Dr Robert Ali, who is a Public Health Physician, Addiction Medicine Specialist and Associate Professor at the University of Adelaide. We chat about all things addiction, alcohol and drug policy and the changes that need to happen around addiction treatment.
2021-05-091h 14Real Drug TalkAn Ex Politicians View...In this episode, we chat with Kay Hull, who is a former Australian Politician and first-ever female Chief Government Whip of the Australian National Party
2021-05-021h 52Real Drug TalkLosing a Multi-Million $ because of Mental Health...In this episode, we chat to Mick Taylor from the Invisible Wing Man Podcast and chat about his journey with mental health and substance use.
2021-04-281h 00Real Drug TalkThe Producers Perspective - Addicted AustraliaIn this episode, we chat to the producer of addicted Australia, Jacob Hickey about his thoughts on producing the show and what he thinks about addiction after producing the show.
2021-04-251h 11Real Drug TalkExperience Matters!In this episode, we chat with Lily Owen about the lived experience workforce and what we are up to with the Experience Matters Collective.
2021-04-1144 minReal Drug TalkOutput Vs OutcomesIn this episode, we chat with Rob Stirling, CEO of The Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA) about how outcomes are measured in the alcohol and drug sector.
2021-04-071h 01Real Drug Talk33 Years Of Addiction & Working Out If God ExistsIn this episode, we chat with Johnny about his experience with addiction and getting to recovery through the 12 steps.
2021-03-241h 06Real Drug TalkDestruction Into Purposein this episode, jack speaks to Luke "Dooz" on his Deep Down Under Podcast.
2021-03-211h 11Real Drug TalkXanax is 1 Of The Worst Addictions Out!In this episode, we have mashed up some key points from our interview with Leo late last year. This mash-up demonstrates why Xanax addiction is so bad! - We would love it if you could go and subscribe to our Youtube Channel; @Real Drug Talk on Youtube
2021-03-1718 minReal Drug Talk“Everything must be made as simple as possible. But not simpler.”In this episode, we chat with Mel Walker who is the CEO of the Australian Injecting & Illicit Drug Users League. (AVIL)
2021-03-131h 48
Deep Down Under PodcastEP1 - Jack Nagle.Dooz sits down with Jack Nagle. Where we discuss his life journey so far. From near death experiences from drug overdose and a life of addiction, to now being the co-founder of connection based living, a new-age rehabilitation program that is having amazing results. You too can make the change.
To contact Jack or check out the program get in touch here:
https://connectionbasedliving.com.au/
+61 0403 242 436
2021-03-121h 08Real Drug TalkPorn Addiction - is it a "THING"In this episode, we chat with Pjero Mardesic about his addiction to porn
2021-03-0757 minReal Drug TalkOur Organisation & Whats Happening With ItIn this episode, we tell you everything we have going on in our organisation (not the normal show but it maybe helpful)
2021-03-0332 minReal Drug TalkGambling Addiction On National T.V.In this show, we talk with Lucas who was a participant in the Addicted Australia T.V. Series that aired on SBS late last year.
2021-02-281h 12Real Drug TalkHeroin Addiction Vs Entrepreneur: Which Is Better?In this episode, we sit down with Danny Shannon and talk about his journey with heroin addiction, entrepreneurship and recovery
2021-02-2353 minReal Drug TalkMy Interview With a Neuroscientist That Did Ayahuasca Deep In The AmazonIn this episode "Jack Nagle" (me) gets interviewed by Paul Taylor on his podcast called the Mind-Body Brain Project Podcast.
2021-02-131h 23Real Drug TalkAddicted To DistractionIn this episode, we chat to Drew Wild about his experience with overcoming addiction and the work that he does now
2021-02-091h 06Real Drug TalkCriminals? Or People That Need Help?In this episode, we talk with Dean Lloyd about his lived experience with addiction and the criminal justice system along with the amazing work he is doing now!
2021-01-301h 08Real Drug TalkSniffing Incense & Finding Spirituality - Consciousness Is CoolIn this episode, we chat with the Cool To Be Conscious Boys. We chat about breathwork, meditation & the boy's journey to consciousness
2021-01-261h 01Real Drug TalkThe Natural HighIn this episode we chat to Melissa Hiemann about her experience with addiction recovery, trauma, becoming a healer and her new book; The Natural High
2021-01-241h 14Real Drug TalkBehind The Scenes Of Addicted Australia T.V. Series With A Peer WorkerIn this episode, we chat with Craig Payne about the Addicted Australia T.V. Show, his personal story with addiction and what it was like working on the show
2021-01-201h 24Real Drug TalkF*&% The System, Or Is It Not So Bad?...With Bec LangIn this episode, we chat to Rebecca Lang, QNADA CEO about the alcohol and drug system and loads of other stuff.
2021-01-161h 49Real Drug TalkHow To Deal With Your Kids Drug & Alcohol AddictionIn this episode, we chat to Debbie Warner about how she dealt with her kid's addiction and the work she does now.
2021-01-121h 23Real Drug TalkThoughts Become Things - Coaching SessionIn this episode, I hold a mini-coaching session about changing your belief systems so you can beat addiction
2021-01-1027 minReal Drug TalkHow To Heal The Destruction Of Your Past - Ryan HassanIn this episode, Ryan Hassan shares his story of recovery from GHB and Ice Addiction and explains how to become a healer
2021-01-061h 33Real Drug TalkOvercoming Ice Addiction In Your 50's...Change Is Always Possible.In this episode, I talk to Jo, a past client of the Connection Based Living Program and she talks about her journey to recovery.
2020-12-081h 05Real Drug TalkSquats, Heroin Addiction & Prison...To Becoming A Tech Entrepreneur & Pushing GratitudeIn this episode, I sit down with Danny Shannon and chat to him about his story from addiction to recovery. Part 2 coming soon.
2020-12-0439 minReal Drug TalkThe Haters Going To Hate!In this episode, I talk about the week that's been and my experience with recovery
2020-11-2852 minReal Drug TalkHow To Get Money Off The Government For AOD Service FundingIn this episode, we talk with John Rogerson, former CEO of the Australian Drug Foundation and current chair of Hello Sunday Morning Board.
2020-11-161h 03Real Drug TalkGrogged Up Infomercials To Peace & Serenity Through Horses.In this episode, we discuss how Geoff Jowett has been able to turn his addiction to alcohol and other drugs around.
2020-10-2446 minReal Drug TalkHow To Navigate The AOD System & Bureaucrats With The VAADA CEO - Sam BiondoIn this episode, we chat to The CEO of VAADA about the Victorian AOD system.
2020-10-1452 minReal Drug TalkBeating Alcoholism With Triathlons & Self-WorthIn this episode, we chat to Alexa Towersey about her journey in overcoming alcoholism. You can follow her on Instagram @actionalexa
2020-10-0156 minReal Drug TalkHow To Get 5,000,000 + Views Telling Your Ketamine Addiction StoryIn this episode we chat to our 1st international guest Thomas Delaney!, Thomas is from the UK & currently Lives Glasgow. Thomas' story with ketamine addiction has been viewed over 5,000,000 + times on youtube after doing a program with the Lad Bible.
2020-09-101h 22Real Drug TalkMy Mate Leo's Xanax Addiction & Dealing With PTSD In RecoveryIn this episode I chat to my mate Leo about his journey from Xannax addiction to recovery and dealing with PTSD through the process.
2020-09-061h 12Real Drug TalkSteroid Addiction & Subjective Reality With Craig HarperIn this episode we chat to Craig Harper from one of Australia's most success Podcasts "The You Project"
2020-08-291h 04Real Drug TalkChemsex, Ice addiction & Toxic MasculinityIn this episode we chat to David Oliver about his experience and journey with ice addiction, chemsex, surviving trauma and abuse and everything else that comes along with it!
2020-08-261h 01Real Drug TalkSurviving Domestic Violence, Beating Ice Addiction & Learning To Drink Socially...In this episode we chat to Ashlee Wilson about beating Ice addiction, surviving domestic violence and how she now maintains recovery after an inspirational journey
2020-08-211h 07Real Drug TalkBiohacking Your Way Out Of AddictionIn this episode we talk about biohacking your way out of addiction with Lucas Aoun
2020-08-2053 minReal Drug TalkBiochemistry In Your Poo To Help Solve Your Addiction - With Holly Sinclair Round 2In this episode Holly Sinclair is back. we chat about biochemistry and addiction and how to fix it.
2020-08-171h 26Real Drug TalkOvercoming Ice Addiction, An Eating Disorders & AbuseIn this episode we chat to Brooke Finkel about her amazing journey to recovery from an eating disorder abuse and ice addiction
2020-08-121h 12Real Drug TalkMy story...with Craig Harper interviewing on the You Project.This is a throw back episode to an interview that I did about my story, with Craig Harper on his pod, The You Project
2020-08-0858 minReal Drug TalkHigh Fashion & Meth...In this episode we chat to Lily Owen about her story of addiction and recovery from Meth use.
2020-08-051h 23Real Drug TalkTalking Alcohol & Drugs With Leaders In The South Sudanese CommunityIn this episode we talk about the impacts of alcohol and other drugs in the South Sudanese Community here in Melbourne Australia. I feel privileged to be able to sit down with these leaders in the South Sudanese Community to discuss these current and topical issues.
2020-07-021h 30Real Drug TalkAll Things Alcohol & Drugs And Why Addiction Isn't A Disease - With Prof Steve Allsop.In this episode we talk about all things alcohol and drugs with Prof Steve Allsop.
2020-06-102h 02Real Drug TalkThe 12 Steps, WTF Are They? & Do They Work? Dales Experience of 12 Step Recovery...In this episode we chat to Dale the founder of About You Consulting. Dale chats about his experience of 12 step recovery and his journey through the steps and recovery life.
2020-06-061h 12Real Drug TalkHappy Hour...Sober In The CountryIn this episode we talk all things alcohol as it relates to rural Australia. Shanna Whan is an amazing advocate for recovery and is the founder and CEO of her amazing charity Sober In The Country.
You can check out more @ https://www.soberinthecountry.org/
2020-06-031h 36Real Drug TalkExperience Matters! First Coaching Session!In this episode we talk about our new podcasting schedule along with dropping our first podcast recovery coaching session! Looking forward to vibing in your ears more soon!
2020-06-0115 minReal Drug TalkWhen Cocaine Meets The Subway Footlong... Jim's Recovery StoryOn this episode we talk to Jim and he shares his story of recovery from Cocaine and Alcohol Addiction. Jim came through the Connection Based Living Program in mid 2019 and is now living a way more happy and content life after realising the key was to go deep and focus on some of the underlying issues.
2020-05-2750 minReal Drug TalkAFL Super Star Allen Christensen, The Hong Kong Form Guide & Over Coming Addiction With FamilySpecial Forth Episode today talking all things gambling addiction with AFL Superstar and Premiership player Allen Christensen along with his Brother Aaron Christensen talking about a families perspective through addiction.
Allen Christensen, born in Geelong in 1991, attended St Joseph’s college and was drafted in 2009 to the Geelong cats at pick 40. Won a premiership in 2011 and was traded in 2015. Battled gambling since mid teens.
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2020-04-2558 minReal Drug TalkThe Ice Queen... Nicole Lee, When Research Meets Drugs & Alcohol.In this episode I talk to Adjunct Professor Nicole Lee about the evidence we have in the alcohol and drug treatment space and the seemly big discount that exists between that research and best practice.
2020-04-181h 15Real Drug TalkBiochemistry & Addiction... Along With The Benefits Of Icing Your Balls.....Take 2...In this episode we chat with the Wizard Holly Sinclair about the relationship between addiction and Biochemistry, along with some practical tips on how you can change your Biochemistry to combat addictive patterns.
2020-04-151h 23Real Drug TalkBrown Sugar, Finding Veins, Turning Blue & Selling Houses.In this episode I talk to one of my best mates marcus about his amazing story of chronic heroin use and how he found a way out.... little warning, we go kind deep into the "smack lifestyle" and it can be graphic. enjoy.
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