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Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 43 - Mark Rizkallah - Surfing the Wave of PsychedelicsIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with Mark Rizkallah, founder & CEO of Tulua Health & Purposes Recovery, who is here chat about using psychedelics to treat depression & anxiety. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery2023-08-261h 02
Power In The Granny GearThe Facts and Myths of Addiction, Part 1: Featuring Ted IzydorWelcome back to Power in the Granny Gear and a brand new series called "The Facts and Myths of Addiction"! In the first episode of this series, Jess has a conversation with Licensed Mental Health and Addiction Professional, Ted Izydor about the clinical side of addiction, symptoms, causes, and much more. You won't want to miss out on listening to this prelude episode of the series.websites: tedizydor.com/fullpotentialnow.orgpodcast: Full Potential, Now!instagram: @powerinthegrannygearfacebook: Power in the Granny Gear Podcastemail: powerinthegrannygear@gmail.com2023-05-0253 minFull Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 42 - Joshua Shea - Porn and the PandemicIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with author Joshua Shea, who is here to talk with us about porn addiction, and how the pandemic changed everything. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery2023-02-031h 02Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 41 - Kristin Casey - Rock Monster MemoirIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with intimacy coach Kristin Casey, who is here to talk with us about her rock-and-roll addiction memoir Rock Monster. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery2021-06-071h 31Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 40 - Dr. Harshal Kirane - Wellbridge: What is Addiction Treatment?In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted sits down with Dr. Harshal Kirane of Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery2021-02-0848 minFull Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 39 - Brian Donato - Positive Psychology: Perseverance in Tough TimesIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted is joined by entrepreneur and ultra marathon runner Greg Nance. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery2020-11-251h 18Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 38 - Running to Sobriety - The Greg Nance StoryIn this very special episode of Full Potential Now, Ted sits down for a conversation with entrepreneur and ultra marathon runner Greg Nance.
Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2020-10-011h 01Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 37 - California Addiction Diaries Pt. 3: DaltonIn this special collaboration with award-winning filmmaker and director Steve Balderson, we'll hear unique stories of addiction and recovery from the golden state, with expert commentary from licensed mental health and addiction counseling veteran, and Full Potential Now host Ted Izydor.
Interviews by Steve Balderson. Editing by Jimmy Cohen. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-08-1124 minFull Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 36 - California Addiction Diaries Pt. 2: Punk Rock WomanIn this special collaboration with award-winning filmmaker and director Steve Balderson, we'll hear unique stories of addiction and recovery from the golden state, with expert commentary from licensed mental health and addiction counseling veteran, and Full Potential Now host Ted Izydor.
Interviews by Steve Balderson. Editing by Jimmy Cohen. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-08-0327 minFull Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 35 - California Addiction Diaries Pt. 1: Actress JaneIn this special collaboration with award-winning filmmaker and director Steve Balderson, we'll hear unique stories of addiction and recovery from the golden state, with expert commentary from licensed mental health and addiction counseling veteran, and Full Potential Now host Ted Izydor.
Interviews by Steve Balderson. Editing by Jimmy Cohen. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-07-2429 minFull Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 34 - Dr. Robb Kelly - Facing Addiction and WinningIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted speaks with Dr. Robb Kelly, an alcohol & addiction expert with a story to tell and passion to help others.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-07-161h 09Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 33 - Ted Izydor - Recovery Q&AIn this episode of Full Potential, Now!, Producer John flips the script and interviews Ted! Lessons from this show; coping during Covid; how to know you have a problem; and more.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-06-011h 08Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 32 - Dr. Stephanie Steinman - Mindfulness-Based Relapse PreventionIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted speaks with Dr. Stephanie Steinman, assistant professor and psychologist at UW Madison. Dr. Steinman shares some excellent knowledge on mindfulness, relapse prevention and coping with the coronavirus.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-04-151h 06Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 31 - Sean Mangold - Recovery from Rock BottomIn this episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted discusses recovering from rock bottom with certified peer specialist and recovery coach Sean Mangold.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by Pat Reinholz and John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-03-0254 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 30 - Madeleine Black - Surviving TraumaIn this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with author and public speaker Madeleine Black.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by Pat Reinholz and John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2020-02-0448 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 29 - Theresa Mackiewicz - ScribblesIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted chats with author and former special educator Theresa Mackiewicz.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by Pat Reinholz and John Praw Kruse.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2019-05-211h 16
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 28 - Shital Patel - Eating Disorders & AddictionIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted discusses eating disorders with attorney-turned-therapist Shital Patel.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by Pat Reinholz and John Praw Kruse.
Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2019-04-021h 09
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 27 - Dr. Matt Felgus & Dr. Brian Lochen - Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid AddictionIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted goes deep on medication assisted recovery with Dr. Matt Felgus & Dr. Brian Lochen. Music by John Praw & Pat Reinholz. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by Pat Reinholz and John Praw Kruse.2019-01-071h 07
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 26 - Staci Sprout - Sex & Relationship AddictionIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted talks sex addiction with author and sex addiction therapist Staci Sprout. Music by John Praw & Pat Reinholz. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2018-10-0658 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 25 - Kyczy Hawk - Recovery YogaIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted learns all about the world of recovery yoga with author and certified yoga instructor Kyczy Hawk. Music by John Praw & Pat Reinholz. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2018-08-291h 26
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 24 - Amy Dresner - Writing an Addiction MemoirIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted talks with author and comedian Amy Dresner about honesty, feelings and writing her addiction memoir.
Amy's book My Fair Junkie: A Memoir of Getting Dirty and Staying Clean is out now. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2018-08-021h 09
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 23 - A Message on Feelings (Bonus Episode + Amy Dresner Preview)In this special bonus episode of Full Potential, Now!, we share a message about feelings. Hear a preview of our upcoming interview with comedian & author Amy Dresner, plus a personal story from Producer John, and more. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2018-07-3011 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 22 - Luis Rodriguez - Native American Recovery (Bonus Episode)Over the last two episodes, we've been telling the story of tattoo pioneer and former gang member Freddy Negrete. Along the way, we enlisted the help of author Steve Jones, as well as acclaimed poet and Freddy's former gang rival Luis Rodriguez.
In today's special bonus episode of Full Potential, Now!, we shift our focus to Luis Rodriguez, hitting rock bottom, and climbing back through the Native American recovery method.
If you haven't listened to our interview with Freddy Negrete, check it out at fullpotentialnow.org.2018-06-2815 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 21 - Freddy Negrete, Part 2 - Recovery Through ArtThis week's episode of Full Potential, Now! is Part Two of Ted's interview with tattoo pioneer Freddy Negrete, with help from author Steve Jones and poet Luis Rodriguez.
Please listen to Part One on iTunes or FullPotentialNow.org first.
Music by John Praw & Pat Reinholz.
Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2018-06-1348 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 20 - Freddy Negrete, Part 1 - Guns, Gangs, and TattoosIn today's special episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted dives deep into the amazing life story of former gang member and tattoo pioneer Freddy Negrete.
First, we'll talk with author Steve Jones, who co-wrote Freddy's biography Smile Now, Cry Later: Guns, Gangs, and Tattoos. After that, Ted sits down with poet and former gang rival Luis Rodriguez to discuss art, loss and reconciliation after escaping 1970s LA gang life. Finally, we'll hear from the man himself, Freddy Negrete.
Music by John Praw & Patrick Reinholz.
Visit http://www.fullpotentialnow.org.2018-05-211h 05
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 19 - Gabrielle Glaser - Women & WineIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted is joined by writer Gabrielle Glaser to discuss the increase in high-risk drinking among women and older adults.
Gabrielle Glaser is the author of New York Times best seller Her Best-Kept Secret: Why Women Drink - And How They Can Regain Control.
Music by John Praw & Patrick Reinholz.
Visit http://www.fullpotentialnow.org.2018-05-0346 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 18 - Omar Pinto - Stages of RecoveryIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted discusses the short, middle and long-term stages of recovery with Omar Pinto, host of The SHAIR Podcast and founder of the recovery life coaching community SHAIR SPACE.
Ted and Omar talk about living a life full of passion, purpose and connection in recovery.
Visit http://www.fullpotentialnow.org.2018-03-231h 03
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 17 - Sean Mahoney, Part 2 - Obstacles, Life, & LoveThis week's episode of Full Potential, Now! is Part 2 of Ted's conversation with writer and podcaster Sean Mahoney. Listen to Part 1 first.
You can find Sean's writing at seanalogues.com, and listen to past episodes of his podcast Sloshed Cinema on the Sincere Right Now podcast network.
Visit FullPotentialNow.org.2018-02-1536 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 16 - Sean Mahoney, Part 1 - Stigma, Prejudice & Addiction: Journey of Truth and HopeIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted interviews writer and podcaster Sean Mahoney. In Part 1 of their conversation, we learn about Sean's experience growing up with alcoholic parents, as well as coming out in that environment.
You can find Sean's writing at seanalogues.com, and listen to past episodes of his podcast Sloshed Cinema on the Sincere Right Now podcast network.
Stay tuned for Part 2 of Ted's conversation with Sean Mahoney, coming soon!2018-01-3133 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 15 - Lee Weber - Is Marijuana Safe?In this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted interviews Lee Weber, a writer, editor and the creator of AddictionBlog.org, an online magazine for people who want to learn about drug addiction potential.
She is a woman in long-term recovery from addiction and calls the word "addict" the "a" word. Lee's now writing books for clinicians about best working with addicted populations, and she joins us from her home in Skopje, Macedonia.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Music by Patrick Reinholz, Lovely Socialite and John Praw.
Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.2018-01-0254 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 14 - Jeanne Hirth - Soberly SpeakingIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted interviews Jeanne Hirth, blogger at Soberly Speaking and contributing writer at Addiction.com. They discuss alcohol and recovery through learning to give sobriety a shot.
But first, Ted spends a few minutes listening to his own daughter and a friend to get their thoughts on moms, partying and the social acceptance of increased drinking among women.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Music by Pushmi-Pullyu, Patrick Reinholz, Lovely Socialite and John Praw courtesy OtherObscura.com.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2017-12-071h 09
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 13 - Dr. William R. Miller - Motivational InterviewingIn this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted interviews Dr. William R. Miller, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of New Mexico.
Dr. Miller is also co-founder of the motivational interviewing approach to counselling, and his publications include 40 books and 400+ articles and chapters.
Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Music by Patrick Reinholz, Lovely Socialite and John Praw courtesy OtherObscura.com.
Visit fullpotentialnow.org.2017-11-0945 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 12 - Lee Davy - The Truth About AlcoholThis week's episode of Full Potential, Now! is Ted's eye-opening interview about alcohol and recovery with Lee Davy.
Lee Davy is a father, an author and the creator of thetruthaboutalcohol.co.uk. He's also the host of The Alcohol and Addiction Podcast. In this episode, Ted and Lee discuss alcohol and getting clean in the UK. They also talk about opening up to vulnerability after hitting rock bottom. Can you really reinvent yourself? That and more in this week's episode of Full Potential, Now!
For 50% off Lee's Truth About Alcohol course designed to help YOU quit alcohol, use promo code...2017-10-041h 14
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 11 - Dr. Joe Blustein, Part 3 - Methadone, Suboxone & Vivitrol: What are these medications?This week's episode of Full Potential, Now! is the third and final part of Ted's interview with Dr. Joseph Blustein. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, download it on iTunes first.
Joseph Blustein is the Medical Director of a tele-addiction medicine service for Wisconsin residents. Dr. Blustein is a board certified Addiction Medicine physician practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Blustein was Medical Director for various treatment programs including ARC, ARC House, RESPECT, Gateway (UW Behavioral Health), Madison Health Services, and Beloit Health Services.
Dr. Blustein, as a NewStart Addiction Medicine Hospitalist at Meriter Hospital, worked with Drs. Micheal Miller and...2017-08-1608 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 10 - Dr. Joe Blustein Part 2: Simple Secrets to RecoveryThis week's episode of Full Potential, Now! is Part 2 of Ted's interview with Dr. Joseph Blustein. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, download it on iTunes first.
Joseph Blustein is the Medical Director of a tele-addiction medicine service for Wisconsin residents. Dr. Blustein is a board certified Addiction Medicine physician practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Blustein was Medical Director for various treatment programs including ARC, ARC House, RESPECT, Gateway (UW Behavioral Health), Madison Health Services, and Beloit Health Services.
Dr. Blustein, as a NewStart Addiction Medicine Hospitalist at Meriter Hospital, worked with Drs. Micheal Miller and Ian Powell. In addition...2017-08-0937 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 9 - Dr. Joe BlusteinThis week's episode of Full Potential, Now! is Part 1 of Ted's interview with Dr. Joseph Blustein. In Part 1, we learn about Dr. Blustein, how he views addiction and what he's thinking about currently in the addiction field.
Joseph Blustein is the Medical Director of a tele-addiction medicine service for Wisconsin residents. Dr. Blustein is a board certified Addiction Medicine physician practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Blustein was Medical Director for various treatment programs including ARC, ARC House, RESPECT, Gateway (UW Behavioral Health), Madison Health Services, and Beloit Health Services.
Dr. Blustein, as a NewStart Addiction Medicine Hospitalist at Meriter Hospital...2017-08-0336 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 8 - From Despair to Repair: A Father-Daughter Addiction JourneyThere are millions of people who live with addiction in the United States, and there are millions of family members who walk this journey of recovery with them. In this week's episode, Ted interviews both a father who has struggled with alcoholism and mental illness, and a daughter who has lived through the ups and downs. Listen in to this anonymous story of hope and faith in the power of others. | Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org for this week's Ted Tool! | Music courtesy Lovely Socialite, Patrick Reinholz, John Praw and Other Obscura Records.2017-07-1453 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 7 - Matt Felgus Part 4: Suboxone Success StoryJoin us in this episode as Full Potential Ted sits down with Dr. Matthew Felgus at his office to have a candid conversation about addiction, recovery and the current opioid crisis. In this interview, Matt talks about what he has learned over his 25 years in the addiction field that works and doesn’t work when trying to help someone with addiction. This conversation leaves no stone unturned as Matt talks about Suboxone success stories from opioid addiction and gives the the key components of effective treatment for opioid addiction. A must listen if you are struggling with an addiction, in re...2017-06-0812 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 6 - Matt Felgus Part 3: The Big 4 that Drive Opioid AddictionJoin us in this episode as Full Potential Ted sits down with Dr. Matthew Felgus at his office to have a candid conversation about addiction, recovery and the current opioid crisis. In this interview, Matt talks about what he has learned over his 25 years in the addiction field that works and doesn’t work when trying to help someone with addiction. This conversation leaves no stone unturned as Matt outlines the key 4 factors underlying most addictions and how to deal with them. A must listen if you are struggling with an addiction, in recovery or a health care professional.
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Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 4 - Matt Felgus Part 1: The Continuum of UseJoin us in this episode as Full Potential Ted sits down with Dr. Matthew Felgus at his office to have a candid conversation about addiction, recovery and the current opioid crisis. In this interview, Matt talks about how to figure out if you are headed for addiction or not. This conversation leaves no stone unturned as Matt outlines a zone continuum for abuse, tangible strategies and tools to address substance abuse, Suboxone treatment and the key components of effective treatment for opioid addiction. A must listen if you are struggling with an addiction, in recovery or a health care professional.
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Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 5 - Matt Felgus Part 2: Am I Addicted to Opioids?Join us in this episode as Full Potential Ted sits down with Dr. Matthew Felgus at his office to have a candid conversation about addiction, recovery and the current opioid crisis. In this interview, Matt talks about the various steps and things you need to know if you are going to take that first courageous step as well as what to expect from treatment.
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Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 3 - Fred Schumacher Part 2Pastor Fred Schumacher leaves no holds bar in the second part of this podcast episode. Raw and real with heart break, tragedy and spirtual transformation. Fred rocks Full Potential Ted's world as he redefines the term "brutal honesty" and outlines the keys of how to lift oneself from the blackest of holes and emerge a new and changed man in recovery.
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Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 2 - Fred Schumacher Part 1Pastor Fred Schumacher leaves no holds bar in the second part of this podcast episode. Raw and real with heart break, tragedy and spirtual transformation. Fred rocks Full Potential Ted's world as he redefines the term "brutal honesty" and outlines the keys of how to lift oneself from the blackest of holes and emerge a new and changed man in recovery.
http://www.fullpotentialnow.org/2017-06-0840 min
Full Potential, Now! PodcastEpisode 1 - Max Cordio - Full Potential, Now!In this episode, Full Potential Ted sits down with the amazing Max Cordio to talk about his near death experience with opioid addiction, and how he was able to courageously pull himself out of the hole of addiction, onto the ground of recovery. Max tells his story from the perspective of an athlete in college and how addiction snuck up on him, beginning to run his life. Max reveals the keys to turning his life around and living the life he has always wanted. | http://www.fullpotentialnow.org/2017-06-0140 min