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Kratom SobrietyE178 Ramey ReturnsJacob and Lily discuss how the hosts let guests tell their story from their point of view, and as a podcast we are not able to vet people before they are interviewed. Ramey celebrates two years off kratom with Natalie. To connect with the meetings discussed in the interview, please visit: https://kratomquitters.com/    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsob...
2025-12-2145 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE178 Ramey ReturnsJacob and Lily discuss how the hosts let guests tell their story from their point of view, and as a podcast we are not able to vet people before they are interviewed. Ramey celebrates two years off kratom with Natalie. To connect with the meetings discussed in the interview, please visit: https://kratomquitters.com/    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsob...
2025-12-2145 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE177 ThomasEpisode focused on quitting kratom with a lockbox as a tool. In the interview this week, Gen-Xer Thomas (long-time primarily a powder user with many attempted quits) describes the challenge as: "Addiction lies to you in your own voice".   Lockbox links (like always we don't get any commissions if you buy one): https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/11/style/lockable-box-container.html https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home-products/g35902030/top-time-locking-containers  https://www.thekitchensafe.com/   A rough estimate of Thomas' end of day dose before he quit: Three hea...
2025-12-1443 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE177 ThomasEpisode focused on quitting kratom with a lockbox as a tool. In the interview this week, Gen-Xer Thomas (long-time primarily a powder user with many attempted quits) describes the challenge as: "Addiction lies to you in your own voice".   Lockbox links (like always we don't get any commissions if you buy one): https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/11/style/lockable-box-container.html https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home-products/g35902030/top-time-locking-containers  https://www.thekitchensafe.com/   A rough estimate of Thomas' end of day dose before he quit: Three hea...
2025-12-1443 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE176 Cornel Stanciu, M.D. discusses 7-OHEpisode focused on 7-OH. Dr. Stanciu's credentials: https://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/faculty/facultydb/view.php/?uid=7021  Article Charlie & Jazz discuss about 7-OH potency in guinea pig intestines: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0024320505008167  FDA document Dr. Stancui refers to: https://www.fda.gov/media/187900/download   News article about 7-OH bust from end of open: https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/breaking-bad-on-steroids-palm-bay-brevard-county-florida-drugs-kratom-7-oh-explosives-bust/    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS
2025-12-0745 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE176 Cornel Stanciu, M.D. discusses 7-OHEpisode focused on 7-OH. Dr. Stanciu's credentials: https://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/faculty/facultydb/view.php/?uid=7021  Article Charlie & Jazz discuss about 7-OH potency in guinea pig intestines: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0024320505008167  FDA document Dr. Stancui refers to: https://www.fda.gov/media/187900/download   News article about 7-OH bust from end of open: https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/breaking-bad-on-steroids-palm-bay-brevard-county-florida-drugs-kratom-7-oh-explosives-bust/    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS
2025-12-0745 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE174 StewartCharlie introduces Rosa as a new cohost (episode #54 used the alias Sofia). In the interview, Natalie sits down with Stewart, a husband, father of three, and self-employed handyman from Mesa, Arizona, who is celebrating one year of sobriety from kratom. Stewart shares a candid story of how kratom entered his life, how his use escalated, and the impact it had on his health, family, and sense of purpose. He got up to 80 grams per day, tapered down, and used a faith-based 12-step program and help of his family to quit kratom. The online kratom-specific recovery community Stewart and Natalie...
2025-11-2354 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE174 StewartCharlie introduces Rosa as a new cohost (episode #54 used the alias Sofia). In the interview, Natalie sits down with Stewart, a husband, father of three, and self-employed handyman from Mesa, Arizona, who is celebrating one year of sobriety from kratom. Stewart shares a candid story of how kratom entered his life, how his use escalated, and the impact it had on his health, family, and sense of purpose. He got up to 80 grams per day, tapered down, and used a faith-based 12-step program and help of his family to quit kratom. The online kratom-specific recovery community Stewart and Natalie...
2025-11-2354 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE173 Matt B. Returns to Discuss "QuitKit"Jacob and Jazz talk about the growing presence of kratom extract products in stores, concerns about their sale, and efforts to offer healthier alternatives. In this week's interview, Jazz chats with Matt to discuss the progress he has made since his appearance on Episode #98. Matt shares new insights from his recovery journey and explains how his QuitKit product has become a valuable resource not only for himself, but also for others seeking support.  Discount Code: KSP-15 for QuitKit Try Quit Kit – Backed by Science, Built for You https://tryquitkit.com/    WAN...
2025-11-1651 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE173 Matt B. Returns to Discuss "QuitKit"Jacob and Jazz talk about the growing presence of kratom extract products in stores, concerns about their sale, and efforts to offer healthier alternatives. In this week's interview, Jazz chats with Matt to discuss the progress he has made since his appearance on Episode #98. Matt shares new insights from his recovery journey and explains how his QuitKit product has become a valuable resource not only for himself, but also for others seeking support.  Discount Code: KSP-15 for QuitKit Try Quit Kit – Backed by Science, Built for You https://tryquitkit.com/    WAN...
2025-11-1651 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE172 Kevin's Friend PalomaJacob shares holiday sobriety tips in the open. Our guest this week shares the story of her ex-partner Kevin, a talented and magnetic musician whose life was tragically cut short due to kratom toxicity according to death records (no other substances in his system and no pre-existing health conditions at the time of his passing). Through the perspective of his former partner Paloma, the conversation explores the progression of his disordered use, the challenges of withdrawal, the lack of societal awareness, and the emotional toll on loved ones. The episode ultimately calls for empathy, greater awareness, and more responsible...
2025-11-0957 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE172 Kevin's Friend PalomaJacob shares holiday sobriety tips in the open. Our guest this week shares the story of her ex-partner Kevin, a talented and magnetic musician whose life was tragically cut short due to kratom toxicity according to death records (no other substances in his system and no pre-existing health conditions at the time of his passing). Through the perspective of his former partner Paloma, the conversation explores the progression of his disordered use, the challenges of withdrawal, the lack of societal awareness, and the emotional toll on loved ones. The episode ultimately calls for empathy, greater awareness, and more responsible...
2025-11-0957 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE 171 Eric O.In the intro, Lily and Charlie discuss the isolating nature of Kratom addiction and the importance of reaching out to others for support and community. Lily interviews Eric O, who shares his personal journey with kratom addiction and recovery. Eric describes how he first encountered kratom at a kava bar, initially using it socially and later as a way to manage pain and stress. Over time, his use escalated, leading to financial troubles, strained relationships, and significant health issues. With the support of his wife and family, Eric went through the challenges of withdrawal and relapse, ultimately achieving nine...
2025-11-021h 00Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE 171 Eric O.In the intro, Lily and Charlie discuss the isolating nature of Kratom addiction and the importance of reaching out to others for support and community. Lily interviews Eric O, who shares his personal journey with kratom addiction and recovery. Eric describes how he first encountered kratom at a kava bar, initially using it socially and later as a way to manage pain and stress. Over time, his use escalated, leading to financial troubles, strained relationships, and significant health issues. With the support of his wife and family, Eric went through the challenges of withdrawal and relapse, ultimately achieving nine...
2025-11-021h 00Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE170 AliIn the intro, Jacob welcomes co-host Natalie (episodes 15 and 132) back to the podcast as they catch up on her life, career as a paramedic, and her perspective on seeing substance use issues in the field. Guest Ali shares her journey from early struggles with alcohol and opiates to years of dependence on kratom and the challenges of withdrawal. She opens up about the turning points that led her to seek help, including loss, motherhood, and finding faith. Finally, she reflects on her 18 months of sobriety, the power of community, and the hope that comes with rebuilding a life free...
2025-10-2643 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE170 AliIn the intro, Jacob welcomes co-host Natalie (episodes 15 and 132) back to the podcast as they catch up on her life, career as a paramedic, and her perspective on seeing substance use issues in the field. Guest Ali shares her journey from early struggles with alcohol and opiates to years of dependence on kratom and the challenges of withdrawal. She opens up about the turning points that led her to seek help, including loss, motherhood, and finding faith. Finally, she reflects on her 18 months of sobriety, the power of community, and the hope that comes with rebuilding a life free...
2025-10-2643 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE169 Katja - Perspective from a PartnerIn the open, Charlie and Nolan talk about the YouTuber interview from a couple weeks ago. In the interview, Katja shares with Lily her story of discovering the kava and kratom bar scene while living in Brooklyn and later witnessing her partner’s descent into kratom addiction. She offers a candid look at how extract products, financial strain, and secrecy turned their lives upside down and how she found stability through Al-Anon and community support. Her reflections give loved ones and those quitting kratom a grounded view of addiction, recovery, and hope.   WANT TO TELL YOU...
2025-10-1958 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE169 Katja - Perspective from a PartnerIn the open, Charlie and Nolan talk about the YouTuber interview from a couple weeks ago. In the interview, Katja shares with Lily her story of discovering the kava and kratom bar scene while living in Brooklyn and later witnessing her partner’s descent into kratom addiction. She offers a candid look at how extract products, financial strain, and secrecy turned their lives upside down and how she found stability through Al-Anon and community support. Her reflections give loved ones and those quitting kratom a grounded view of addiction, recovery, and hope.   WANT TO TELL YOU...
2025-10-1958 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE168 Katie Herzog - Naltrexone & The Sinclair MethodThis week features an interview Katie Herzog, author of the book "Drink Your Way Sober." Please be aware, you cannot use the Sinclair Method with kratom as it will cause precipitated withdrawals. The discussion explores medicated assisted treatment, harm reduction. the disease model for addiction, and a range of other topics. Drink Your Way Sober https://www.drinkyourwaysober.com/    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7     QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com       CONNECT W...
2025-10-1255 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE168 Katie Herzog - Naltrexone & The Sinclair MethodThis week features an interview Katie Herzog, author of the book "Drink Your Way Sober." Please be aware, you cannot use the Sinclair Method with kratom as it will cause precipitated withdrawals. The discussion explores medicated assisted treatment, harm reduction. the disease model for addiction, and a range of other topics. Drink Your Way Sober https://www.drinkyourwaysober.com/    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7     QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com       CONNECT W...
2025-10-1255 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE167 YouTuber Metta Beshay on Kratom & 7-OHNolan interviews Metta Beshay, who posted a video recently named "The Insane World of Kratom & 7-OH" on YouTube.  HEADS UP: This guest talks about recent kratom use and is not actively committed to kratom abstinence but shares a range of insights and information about kratom that many listeners may find interesting and/or helpful. Metta's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Pqx_bMGeGwc?si=6X8x6P-9-D3MyApvm   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com ...
2025-10-051h 05Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE167 YouTuber Metta Beshay on Kratom & 7-OHNolan interviews Metta Beshay, who posted a video recently named "The Insane World of Kratom & 7-OH" on YouTube.  HEADS UP: This guest talks about recent kratom use and is not actively committed to kratom abstinence but shares a range of insights and information about kratom that many listeners may find interesting and/or helpful. Metta's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Pqx_bMGeGwc?si=6X8x6P-9-D3MyApvm   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com ...
2025-10-051h 05Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE166 Journalist David Hudnall on Rise of 7-OH in Kansas City and BeyondIn the open, Nolan and Lily give tips on tapering. Nolan's quitting kratom book: https://a.co/d/b1cgJUJ   In the interview, David Hudnall, a journalist from the Kansas City Star, discusses his investigative reporting on 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine). The discussion covers the rapid rise of 7-OH in the U.S. market, particularly in Kansas City, and how is overtaking traditional kratom products in smoke shops and gas stations. The conversation highlights personal stories of addiction, the aggressive marketing tactics used by companies (such as free samples and loyalty programs), and the blurred lines between k...
2025-09-2856 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE166 Journalist David Hudnall on Rise of 7-OH in Kansas City and BeyondIn the open, Nolan and Lily give tips on tapering. Nolan's quitting kratom book: https://a.co/d/b1cgJUJ   In the interview, David Hudnall, a journalist from the Kansas City Star, discusses his investigative reporting on 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine). The discussion covers the rapid rise of 7-OH in the U.S. market, particularly in Kansas City, and how is overtaking traditional kratom products in smoke shops and gas stations. The conversation highlights personal stories of addiction, the aggressive marketing tactics used by companies (such as free samples and loyalty programs), and the blurred lines between k...
2025-09-2856 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE165 JustineJacob and Lily talk getting into hobbies during recovery. In the interview, Justine shares her quitting kratom journey. She turned to kratom to manage pain and escalated into a serious health crisis that resulted in a lengthy hospitalization. Justine warns about the dangers of unregulated substances and encourages others to seek help and not try to quit alone.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com        CONNECT WITH US https...
2025-09-2157 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE165 JustineJacob and Lily talk getting into hobbies during recovery. In the interview, Justine shares her quitting kratom journey. She turned to kratom to manage pain and escalated into a serious health crisis that resulted in a lengthy hospitalization. Justine warns about the dangers of unregulated substances and encourages others to seek help and not try to quit alone.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com        CONNECT WITH US https...
2025-09-2157 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE164 Tori - Perspective from a Rehab ProfessionalIn this week's interview with Tori, an addiction professional in recovery, the growing presence of kratom in treatment settings is explored. She shares insights on client demographics, withdrawal symptoms, misconceptions about safety, and the importance of harm reduction and education, while also reflecting on her personal recovery journey and commitment to helping others.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety        https...
2025-09-1437 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE164 Tori - Perspective from a Rehab ProfessionalIn this week's interview with Tori, an addiction professional in recovery, the growing presence of kratom in treatment settings is explored. She shares insights on client demographics, withdrawal symptoms, misconceptions about safety, and the importance of harm reduction and education, while also reflecting on her personal recovery journey and commitment to helping others.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety        https...
2025-09-1437 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE163 LaurenCharlie and Jacob speculate about what is in the kava-kratom tonics to make them more addictive for so many people. Lauren shares her journey with Jacob of nearly five years of daily kratom use that escalated from capsules to extracts, ending in secrecy, shame, and worsening depression. With the support of her therapist and doctor, she tapered off and quit on April 10, 2025, and now celebrates five months free, emphasizing mindset, community, and confidence in sober living.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRAT...
2025-09-0754 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE163 LaurenCharlie and Jacob speculate about what is in the kava-kratom tonics to make them more addictive for so many people. Lauren shares her journey with Jacob of nearly five years of daily kratom use that escalated from capsules to extracts, ending in secrecy, shame, and worsening depression. With the support of her therapist and doctor, she tapered off and quit on April 10, 2025, and now celebrates five months free, emphasizing mindset, community, and confidence in sober living.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7      QUITTING KRAT...
2025-09-0754 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE162 McKenzieLily's interview with Mckenzie’s followers her journey with kratom, beginning with an initial exposure through wellness marketing and the rapid progression from casual use to daily dependence. After repeated withdrawal attempts, the toll on her mental and physical health was immense, and ultimately finding recovery through a five-week holistic treatment program in Sedona. The discussion also explores her shift in perspective on wellness, authenticity, creativity, and ongoing recovery practices, offering insight and encouragement to others facing similar struggles. Guest's Substack:   Words from Wisdom | Kenzie Wisdom | Substack https://mckenziewisdom.substack.com/   
2025-08-311h 01Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE162 McKenzieLily's interview with Mckenzie’s followers her journey with kratom, beginning with an initial exposure through wellness marketing and the rapid progression from casual use to daily dependence. After repeated withdrawal attempts, the toll on her mental and physical health was immense, and ultimately finding recovery through a five-week holistic treatment program in Sedona. The discussion also explores her shift in perspective on wellness, authenticity, creativity, and ongoing recovery practices, offering insight and encouragement to others facing similar struggles. Guest's Substack:   Words from Wisdom | Kenzie Wisdom | Substack https://mckenziewisdom.substack.com/   
2025-08-311h 01Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE161 Dr. Casey Grover on Trauma and AddictionGuest host Jazz (episode #41) talks with returning expert Dr. Casey Grover, an addiction medicine physician with both clinical expertise and lived experience of PTSD. Together, they explore the frequent intersection of trauma and addiction, breaking down how adverse childhood experiences, big “T” and little “t” traumas, and even intergenerational stress shape vulnerability to substance use. Dr. Grover discusses diagnostic criteria for PTSD, explains treatment approaches ranging from medications like prazosin and SSRIs to EMDR therapy and stellate ganglion blocks, and weighs in on newer options such as psychedelic-assisted therapy. The conversation also highlights the stigma around mental health in the medi...
2025-08-241h 12Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE161 Dr. Casey Grover on Trauma and AddictionGuest host Jazz (episode #41) talks with returning expert Dr. Casey Grover, an addiction medicine physician with both clinical expertise and lived experience of PTSD. Together, they explore the frequent intersection of trauma and addiction, breaking down how adverse childhood experiences, big “T” and little “t” traumas, and even intergenerational stress shape vulnerability to substance use. Dr. Grover discusses diagnostic criteria for PTSD, explains treatment approaches ranging from medications like prazosin and SSRIs to EMDR therapy and stellate ganglion blocks, and weighs in on newer options such as psychedelic-assisted therapy. The conversation also highlights the stigma around mental health in the medi...
2025-08-241h 12Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE160 John S.Lily & Charlie discuss - Is the last thing you quit the hardest? John, an engineer and outdoor enthusiast, recounts his decade-long struggle with kratom addiction that began as an alternative to pain pills, leading to escalating use (from 120 grams per day in the early 2010s to 7oh isolates in 2025), financial ruin, and the loss of a significant relationship. After multiple failed attempts to quit (including a relapse after 2 years kratom free), he ultimately finds success through a combination of medication, family support and cold plunges, and now shares his story to help others facing similar challenges.  
2025-08-1752 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE160 John S.Lily & Charlie discuss - Is the last thing you quit the hardest? John, an engineer and outdoor enthusiast, recounts his decade-long struggle with kratom addiction that began as an alternative to pain pills, leading to escalating use (from 120 grams per day in the early 2010s to 7oh isolates in 2025), financial ruin, and the loss of a significant relationship. After multiple failed attempts to quit (including a relapse after 2 years kratom free), he ultimately finds success through a combination of medication, family support and cold plunges, and now shares his story to help others facing similar challenges.  
2025-08-1752 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE159 AlyseIn the open, Charlie and Nolan discuss the fed's proposed 7OH ban. Jacob talks to interview guest Alyse about her journey from discovering kratom during bodybuilding training to struggling with addiction, multiple relapses, and ultimately seeking recovery through detox, medically assisted treatment, and support systems. While at time of this broadcast, she is kratom free for a couple months now, she is on a wait list to go to 30-day residential rehab to invest in long term abstinence from the green kava-kratom drinks, an addiction that caused her to lose a job and major strains on important relationships.
2025-08-1048 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE159 AlyseIn the open, Charlie and Nolan discuss the fed's proposed 7OH ban. Jacob talks to interview guest Alyse about her journey from discovering kratom during bodybuilding training to struggling with addiction, multiple relapses, and ultimately seeking recovery through detox, medically assisted treatment, and support systems. While at time of this broadcast, she is kratom free for a couple months now, she is on a wait list to go to 30-day residential rehab to invest in long term abstinence from the green kava-kratom drinks, an addiction that caused her to lose a job and major strains on important relationships.
2025-08-1048 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE158 Jonny L.Jacob and Nolan open on how addiction is a lifetime journey thought not a permanent ongoing struggle. In the interview, Jonny became addicted to 7-OH in both liquid and tablet versions, which led to rapid tolerance and severe dependence. He ultimately quit after a car accident by entering a treatment facility, where he used Suboxone to help with withdrawal and later the Sublocade injection as part of his treatment plan, combined with structured recovery housing, community support, and daily routines like yoga and AA meetings. RPT model discussed by Johnny: "Relapse Prevention Therapy"...
2025-08-0343 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE158 Jonny L.Jacob and Nolan open on how addiction is a lifetime journey thought not a permanent ongoing struggle. In the interview, Jonny became addicted to 7-OH in both liquid and tablet versions, which led to rapid tolerance and severe dependence. He ultimately quit after a car accident by entering a treatment facility, where he used Suboxone to help with withdrawal and later the Sublocade injection as part of his treatment plan, combined with structured recovery housing, community support, and daily routines like yoga and AA meetings. RPT model discussed by Johnny: "Relapse Prevention Therapy"...
2025-08-0343 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE157 Ryan M. ReturnsLily and Jacob explore the potential of cannabis becoming a substitute or cross addiction to kratom. Ryan talks to Lily about his struggles this past year relapsing on kava-kratom tonics, and escalating to other substances such as alcohol and opiates.  Heads up, this episode's interview includes talk of suicide. Remember to dial 988 to talk get help, or text HOME to 741-741 to reach the Crisis Text Line or www.Crisistextline.org   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS ...
2025-07-271h 11Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE157 Ryan M. ReturnsLily and Jacob explore the potential of cannabis becoming a substitute or cross addiction to kratom. Ryan talks to Lily about his struggles this past year relapsing on kava-kratom tonics, and escalating to other substances such as alcohol and opiates.  Heads up, this episode's interview includes talk of suicide. Remember to dial 988 to talk get help, or text HOME to 741-741 to reach the Crisis Text Line or www.Crisistextline.org   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS ...
2025-07-271h 11Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE156 VioletCharlie and Jacob catch up and discuss how easy access to kratom can influence use.  Violet discusses with Lily her journey through Kratom addiction and withdrawal, highlighting its impact on her active lifestyle as an onsite seamstress and stylist for weddings, as well as her experiences with Ecstatic Dance and sobriety. She shares insights on the effects of Kratom on her daily routines, the vital role of support systems in recovery, and her personal history with addiction, including the influence of her community and her various coping mechanisms during recovery.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON...
2025-07-201h 38Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE156 VioletCharlie and Jacob catch up and discuss how easy access to kratom can influence use.  Violet discusses with Lily her journey through Kratom addiction and withdrawal, highlighting its impact on her active lifestyle as an onsite seamstress and stylist for weddings, as well as her experiences with Ecstatic Dance and sobriety. She shares insights on the effects of Kratom on her daily routines, the vital role of support systems in recovery, and her personal history with addiction, including the influence of her community and her various coping mechanisms during recovery.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON...
2025-07-201h 38Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE155 SethLily and Nolan open to discuss methods to improve well-being after quitting, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and staying present, including a focus on withdrawals and tapping into ideas found in yoga. In the interview, Jacob sits down with Seth, who shares his journey of overcoming kratom addiction. Seth talks about emotional challenges and his experiences with treatment centers, as well as his ultimate decision to use buprenorphine and its impact on his recovery. They also touch upon the importance of a support system, Seth's hobbies, and his advice for others battling addiction.    WANT TO...
2025-07-1343 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE155 SethLily and Nolan open to discuss methods to improve well-being after quitting, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and staying present, including a focus on withdrawals and tapping into ideas found in yoga. In the interview, Jacob sits down with Seth, who shares his journey of overcoming kratom addiction. Seth talks about emotional challenges and his experiences with treatment centers, as well as his ultimate decision to use buprenorphine and its impact on his recovery. They also touch upon the importance of a support system, Seth's hobbies, and his advice for others battling addiction.    WANT TO...
2025-07-1343 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE154 James K.In the intro, Jacob talks about the importance of a positivity mindset. In the interview, Lily chats with James K., a professional cameraman from San Diego. He initially believed kratom to be a natural remedy, but it led to severe addiction alongside struggles with alcohol, marijuana, and opiates. He found kratom to involve intense withdrawals and found therapy and a healthy lifestyle key in sustaining his recovery. WHATSAPP Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E5Mgjff4TLBENsqIBL3U4o QK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16ZF1nAw7U/    WANT TO TE...
2025-07-061h 11Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE154 James K.In the intro, Jacob talks about the importance of a positivity mindset. In the interview, Lily chats with James K., a professional cameraman from San Diego. He initially believed kratom to be a natural remedy, but it led to severe addiction alongside struggles with alcohol, marijuana, and opiates. He found kratom to involve intense withdrawals and found therapy and a healthy lifestyle key in sustaining his recovery. WHATSAPP Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E5Mgjff4TLBENsqIBL3U4o QK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16ZF1nAw7U/    WANT TO TE...
2025-07-061h 11Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE153 Matt and JenLily and Nolan talk about sleep issues in the weeks after you quit kratom. NOTE: Jen and Matt are living in FEMA temporary housing post a Florida disaster and have a pop-up emergency internet connection, which caused audio issues in the interview recording. We did the best we could to improve the quality but there are several spots were the guests fade out a little, so please accept our apologies. This week, a couple discuss their quitting journey with Jacob. Born in the 1960s, Matt and Jen both turned to kratom to get off of...
2025-06-2929 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE153 Matt and JenLily and Nolan talk about sleep issues in the weeks after you quit kratom. NOTE: Jen and Matt are living in FEMA temporary housing post a Florida disaster and have a pop-up emergency internet connection, which caused audio issues in the interview recording. We did the best we could to improve the quality but there are several spots were the guests fade out a little, so please accept our apologies. This week, a couple discuss their quitting journey with Jacob. Born in the 1960s, Matt and Jen both turned to kratom to get off of...
2025-06-2929 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE152 DylanLily and Jacob open discussing the dubiousness of kratom product marketing.  In the interview, Dylan has been off kratom since August 2024, after almost an average 20g per day habit over almost a decade. Despite lingering PAWS, Dylan's life has become much richer since quitting.     WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com...
2025-06-2251 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE152 DylanLily and Jacob open discussing the dubiousness of kratom product marketing.  In the interview, Dylan has been off kratom since August 2024, after almost an average 20g per day habit over almost a decade. Despite lingering PAWS, Dylan's life has become much richer since quitting.     WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com...
2025-06-2251 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE151 Eli Cohen, Esq.Nolan interviews expert guest Eli Cohen, a personal injury attorney at the Wetherington Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia. Eli specializes in product liability and kratom-related wrongful death cases. A former SWAT officer and current Army Reserve intelligence officer, he brings over 17 years of combined legal and law enforcement experience to his advocacy for consumer safety. In this episode, Eli discusses the lack of federal regulation around kratom, the misleading use of “not for human consumption” labeling, and the legal strategies used to hold manufacturers accountable for harm.  He offers his cell number at 470-880-8222.  https://wfirm.com/attorney/eli-co...
2025-06-1835 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE151 Eli Cohen, Esq.Nolan interviews expert guest Eli Cohen, a personal injury attorney at the Wetherington Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia. Eli specializes in product liability and kratom-related wrongful death cases. A former SWAT officer and current Army Reserve intelligence officer, he brings over 17 years of combined legal and law enforcement experience to his advocacy for consumer safety. In this episode, Eli discusses the lack of federal regulation around kratom, the misleading use of “not for human consumption” labeling, and the legal strategies used to hold manufacturers accountable for harm.  He offers his cell number at 470-880-8222.  https://wfirm.com/attorney/eli-co...
2025-06-1835 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE150 JazzyNolan and Libby in the open discuss the subtle things we gain back after quitting kratom. Jasmine aka Jazzy celebrates a year off kratom with us in the interview. Find more support at www.kratomquitters.com   Closing music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x65DQgGbqIc    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.co...
2025-06-151h 15Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE150 JazzyNolan and Libby in the open discuss the subtle things we gain back after quitting kratom. Jasmine aka Jazzy celebrates a year off kratom with us in the interview. Find more support at www.kratomquitters.com   Closing music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x65DQgGbqIc    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.co...
2025-06-151h 15Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE149 Kristen S.Lily speaks with Jacob about joining as a co-host along with our other hosts. Charlie interviews Kristen and her journey through several relapses and failed attempts at using MAT to quit kratom. Serving kratom at her wedding, Kristen found herself going through withdrawals for the first time during her honeymoon. But it took a while for her to get to the three-month mark kratom free, and she now has a path forward to maintain both kratom and alcohol abstinence.    When Your “Alcohol Alternative” Brings You Back to Drinking – SweenXiety https://sweenxiety.com/2025/05/27/when-your-alcohol-alternative-brings-you-back-to-drinking/  
2025-06-0853 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE149 Kristen S.Lily speaks with Jacob about joining as a co-host along with our other hosts. Charlie interviews Kristen and her journey through several relapses and failed attempts at using MAT to quit kratom. Serving kratom at her wedding, Kristen found herself going through withdrawals for the first time during her honeymoon. But it took a while for her to get to the three-month mark kratom free, and she now has a path forward to maintain both kratom and alcohol abstinence.    When Your “Alcohol Alternative” Brings You Back to Drinking – SweenXiety https://sweenxiety.com/2025/05/27/when-your-alcohol-alternative-brings-you-back-to-drinking/  
2025-06-0853 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom Sobrietygive us feedback on podcast name - temporary episodeFor two years, this little DIY podcast was labeled "Kratom Addiction" in the distribution settings, even though the official title of the podcast was "Kratom Sobriety". We have received multiple reports that people have trouble finding us because of this name mismatch. So as of June 4, 2025, we have changed the title to "KS". This episode is a test to see if that modification blows up the RSS feed, breaks links or messes up listener's subscriptions.  BY THE WAY, this will be deleted in a couple days! Let us know if anything gets broken along the w...
2025-06-0400 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE148 Dr. Casey Grover ReturnsJacob and Dr. Grover answer FAQ from kratom quitters about medicated assisted treatment and talks about the need to fight social and self-imposed stigma related to addiction.   How One of My Patients Quit Kratom https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-one-of-my-patients-quit-kratom/id1565909524?i=1000705241102    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratom...
2025-06-041h 01Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE148 Dr. Casey Grover ReturnsJacob and Dr. Grover answer FAQ from kratom quitters about medicated assisted treatment and talks about the need to fight social and self-imposed stigma related to addiction.   How One of My Patients Quit Kratom https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-one-of-my-patients-quit-kratom/id1565909524?i=1000705241102    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratom...
2025-06-041h 01Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE147 Ryan S.In the opening segment, Jacob talks about his need to and what he did to kick his recovery work into a new gear after a couple years off kratom.  Never addicted to anything before other than caffeine, Ryan S. talks about his progression from powder to extracts to 7ohm products, and his many failed attempts to quit before he went to a seven-day detox center in January 2025. After a family tragedy and strong urges to use kratom again, Ryan S. decided to pursue medicated assisted treatment to part of a relapse prevention strategy to maintain kratom assistance long-term.    ...
2025-06-0148 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE147 Ryan S.In the opening segment, Jacob talks about his need to and what he did to kick his recovery work into a new gear after a couple years off kratom.  Never addicted to anything before other than caffeine, Ryan S. talks about his progression from powder to extracts to 7ohm products, and his many failed attempts to quit before he went to a seven-day detox center in January 2025. After a family tragedy and strong urges to use kratom again, Ryan S. decided to pursue medicated assisted treatment to part of a relapse prevention strategy to maintain kratom assistance long-term.    ...
2025-06-0148 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE146 Teresa Perry, PhD - Academic Paper on Rise of Kratom Tonic ProductsGuest host Aaron interviews Teresa Perry, PhD on her recently published paper entitled "Kratom drinks and consumption trends: insights from Reddit", which can be found at: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/14659891.2025.2481069   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriet...
2025-05-2850 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE146 Teresa Perry, PhD - Academic Paper on Rise of Kratom Tonic ProductsGuest host Aaron interviews Teresa Perry, PhD on her recently published paper entitled "Kratom drinks and consumption trends: insights from Reddit", which can be found at: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/14659891.2025.2481069   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriet...
2025-05-2850 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE145 NatashaJacob speaks with Natasha, who shares her journey with Kratom and her struggles with addiction, including 7ohm. She details her attempts to quit, the challenges she faced during detox, and the support she received from her family. Through recovery groups and sober living, she has made significant strides by relying on community and seeking assistance.    QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www...
2025-05-2533 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE145 NatashaJacob speaks with Natasha, who shares her journey with Kratom and her struggles with addiction, including 7ohm. She details her attempts to quit, the challenges she faced during detox, and the support she received from her family. Through recovery groups and sober living, she has made significant strides by relying on community and seeking assistance.    QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www...
2025-05-2533 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE144 John D.John D. shares his story with much resolve, verve and wisdom. He covers several really huge topics: 1) How you can go for even years without serious addiction to kratom; 2) How that then sneakily progresses into a real dependency that often shocks people; 3) But then he tried to get off with extracts; 4) And then even graduated to the next level with 7ohm 5) AND an excellent rehab experience.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratoms...
2025-05-1855 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE144 John D.John D. shares his story with much resolve, verve and wisdom. He covers several really huge topics: 1) How you can go for even years without serious addiction to kratom; 2) How that then sneakily progresses into a real dependency that often shocks people; 3) But then he tried to get off with extracts; 4) And then even graduated to the next level with 7ohm 5) AND an excellent rehab experience.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratoms...
2025-05-1855 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE143 DougLibby and Jacob open. Doug talks to Libby about quitting kratom.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety     https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety     CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com     ...
2025-05-1132 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE143 DougLibby and Jacob open. Doug talks to Libby about quitting kratom.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety     https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety     CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com     ...
2025-05-1132 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE142 Documentary about 7-Hydroxymitragynine ProductsNolan talks to John Bachner, a 23-year-old from Florida who has embarked on a documentary film project to dive into the rise of Kratom/7OH products, the lack of a regulated marketplace in which they are sold and the associated addiction stories many people experience. You can reach John at johnmbachner@gmail.com to learn more about his efforts.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0br...
2025-05-0736 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE142 Documentary about 7-Hydroxymitragynine ProductsNolan talks to John Bachner, a 23-year-old from Florida who has embarked on a documentary film project to dive into the rise of Kratom/7OH products, the lack of a regulated marketplace in which they are sold and the associated addiction stories many people experience. You can reach John at johnmbachner@gmail.com to learn more about his efforts.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0br...
2025-05-0736 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE141 Jasmine and Lily ReturnLibby and Nolan open. Jasmine and Lily celebrate sobriety milestones. https://feelfreeclassaction.com  QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety      https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety      https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety     https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety      https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety  https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social  https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety        CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com      ...
2025-05-0458 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE141 Jasmine and Lily ReturnLibby and Nolan open. Jasmine and Lily celebrate sobriety milestones. https://feelfreeclassaction.com  QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety      https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety      https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety     https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety      https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety  https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social  https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety        CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com      ...
2025-05-0458 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE140 Mike B.Nolan and Jacob discuss taking up hobbies post quitting to keep busy and to enrich your life. Mike B. used kratom to get off methadone, but six years later was still on the powder, then eventually switching over to the kava-kratom tonics. Thought service and 12 step work, Mike gives back and now almost two years clean from kratom and other drugs.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com...
2025-04-2740 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE140 Mike B.Nolan and Jacob discuss taking up hobbies post quitting to keep busy and to enrich your life. Mike B. used kratom to get off methadone, but six years later was still on the powder, then eventually switching over to the kava-kratom tonics. Thought service and 12 step work, Mike gives back and now almost two years clean from kratom and other drugs.   QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com     CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com...
2025-04-2740 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE139 James T.NOTE: This is our last regular Wednesday interview with a kratom quitter as we are going back to once-a-week guests talking about their quitting journey on Sundays with occasional Wednesday special episodes.  An engineering professional from New Mexico, James started using kratom three years ago as a remedy for his severe IBS. Drawn in by a posh kratom dispensary experience that marketed the drug as a benign supplement, his use escalated from 5 grams per day to upward of 30–50 grams daily, leading to severe health consequences including hospitalization for bowel impaction. After a traumatic withdrawal and ineffective attempts wit...
2025-04-2339 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE139 James T.NOTE: This is our last regular Wednesday interview with a kratom quitter as we are going back to once-a-week guests talking about their quitting journey on Sundays with occasional Wednesday special episodes.  An engineering professional from New Mexico, James started using kratom three years ago as a remedy for his severe IBS. Drawn in by a posh kratom dispensary experience that marketed the drug as a benign supplement, his use escalated from 5 grams per day to upward of 30–50 grams daily, leading to severe health consequences including hospitalization for bowel impaction. After a traumatic withdrawal and ineffective attempts wit...
2025-04-2339 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE138 SonyaLibby and Jacob talk about pets and recovery. Sonya was a low-dose, high-functioning kratom user. The reasons for quitting were not as overwhelming and more subtle, but the benefits to getting off kratom were still profound. Her dog Chunk maybe the happiest about it all.   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety     https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social https://www...
2025-04-2048 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE138 SonyaLibby and Jacob talk about pets and recovery. Sonya was a low-dose, high-functioning kratom user. The reasons for quitting were not as overwhelming and more subtle, but the benefits to getting off kratom were still profound. Her dog Chunk maybe the happiest about it all.   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety     https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social https://www...
2025-04-2048 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE132 Natalie Returns to Celebrate Two YearsAdvocating for an inclusive kratom recovery community. Natalie is two years off kratom, the first time completely sober and off everything since being a teenager.  Natalie tells Libby how she did it, some close calls, how her life is better and gives advice for others. E15 Natalie | Kratom Addiction https://kratomsobriety.podbean.com/e/e15-natalie/   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety     https://www...
2025-03-3037 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE132 Natalie Returns to Celebrate Two YearsAdvocating for an inclusive kratom recovery community. Natalie is two years off kratom, the first time completely sober and off everything since being a teenager.  Natalie tells Libby how she did it, some close calls, how her life is better and gives advice for others. E15 Natalie | Kratom Addiction https://kratomsobriety.podbean.com/e/e15-natalie/   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety     https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety     https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety    https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety     https://www...
2025-03-3037 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE122 Justin K.So listeners, tell us your experience, did you find kratom stimulating at low doses and sedating at higher doses?  We will read audience responses on a future episode.  And as an incentive, the podcast will donate $20 to the non-political charity of your choice, so think children, pets, nature, wildlife, addiction, etc. those types of nonprofits. This also serves as an experiment, meaning, DOES ANYONE READ THE SHOW NOTES? If yes, please send to kratomsobriety@gmail.com about your dose dependent experience with kratom being stimulating versus sedating.  While studying to become a peer recovery specialist substance abuse, Jus...
2025-02-2341 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE122 Justin K.So listeners, tell us your experience, did you find kratom stimulating at low doses and sedating at higher doses?  We will read audience responses on a future episode.  And as an incentive, the podcast will donate $20 to the non-political charity of your choice, so think children, pets, nature, wildlife, addiction, etc. those types of nonprofits. This also serves as an experiment, meaning, DOES ANYONE READ THE SHOW NOTES? If yes, please send to kratomsobriety@gmail.com about your dose dependent experience with kratom being stimulating versus sedating.  While studying to become a peer recovery specialist substance abuse, Jus...
2025-02-2341 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyCall for Podcast VolunteersEmail us at kratomsobriety.com if you like to help the podcast team.   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety    https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety    https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety   https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety    https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com    CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com    https://kratomsobriety.com      PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW htt...
2025-01-1404 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE78 Anne: Harm ReductionHell or Hope in a Bottle (kratomsobriety.com) https://kratomsobriety.com/f/hell-or-hope-in-a-bottle   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety    https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety    https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety   https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety    https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com    CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com    https://kratomsobriety.com      LEAVE A REVIEW
2024-08-0757 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE78 Anne: Harm ReductionHell or Hope in a Bottle (kratomsobriety.com) https://kratomsobriety.com/f/hell-or-hope-in-a-bottle   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety    https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety    https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety   https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety    https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com    CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com    https://kratomsobriety.com      LEAVE A REVIEW
2024-08-0757 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE34 ZachCalifornia sober discussion. Husband and father of seven boys, Zack shares how he kicked extracts after first trying kratom to assist with his fitness routine.    RESOURCE OF THE WEEK The Cannabis That People Are Using for Anxiety Is Probably Making It Worse https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/anxiety-medical-marijuana-treatment-4bfd2cc3   KRATOM IN THE HEADLINES Federal KCPA https://www.naturalproductsinsider.com/supplement-regulations/law-firm-who-won-millions-in-kratom-cases-raises-doubts-about-fed-bill https://kratomsobriety.com/f/vote-no-on-the-federal-%E2%80%9Cthe-kratom-consumer-protection-act%E2%80%9D   CONNECT WITH US https://www...
2023-11-191h 04Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE34 ZachCalifornia sober discussion. Husband and father of seven boys, Zack shares how he kicked extracts after first trying kratom to assist with his fitness routine.    RESOURCE OF THE WEEK The Cannabis That People Are Using for Anxiety Is Probably Making It Worse https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/anxiety-medical-marijuana-treatment-4bfd2cc3   KRATOM IN THE HEADLINES Federal KCPA https://www.naturalproductsinsider.com/supplement-regulations/law-firm-who-won-millions-in-kratom-cases-raises-doubts-about-fed-bill https://kratomsobriety.com/f/vote-no-on-the-federal-%E2%80%9Cthe-kratom-consumer-protection-act%E2%80%9D   CONNECT WITH US https://www...
2023-11-191h 04Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE26 WesKratom and hair loss. Wes tells how he kicked the kava/kratom "little blue devils". Drugs that use CYP3A to break down may be inhibited by kratom consumption, and hence may cause a dangerous overdose condition with some common pharmaceuticals.   RESOURCE OF WEEK Kratom can affect certain forms of CYP enzymes that are crucial in the metabolization of other compounds such as pharmaceutical drugs. This can cause adverse drug reactions such as serotonin syndrome, various organ toxicity, and even death in some instances. Common examples: Elavil, Endep, Tofranil, Praminil, Anafranil, Celexa, Lexapro, Cipralex, P...
2023-10-0853 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE26 WesKratom and hair loss. Wes tells how he kicked the kava/kratom "little blue devils". Drugs that use CYP3A to break down may be inhibited by kratom consumption, and hence may cause a dangerous overdose condition with some common pharmaceuticals.   RESOURCE OF WEEK Kratom can affect certain forms of CYP enzymes that are crucial in the metabolization of other compounds such as pharmaceutical drugs. This can cause adverse drug reactions such as serotonin syndrome, various organ toxicity, and even death in some instances. Common examples: Elavil, Endep, Tofranil, Praminil, Anafranil, Celexa, Lexapro, Cipralex, P...
2023-10-0853 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE24 Kratom Regulatory ReformRead the Article: https://kratomsobriety.com/f/kratom-regulatory-reform   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety  https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety  https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety  https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety  https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety    CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com  https://kratomsobriety.com   
2023-09-2418 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE24 Kratom Regulatory ReformRead the Article: https://kratomsobriety.com/f/kratom-regulatory-reform   CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety  https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety  https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety  https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety  https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety    CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com  https://kratomsobriety.com   
2023-09-2418 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE23 JohnKava/kratom drink special. Interview best listened to on speakers not headphones sorry for audio issues. John tells how he kicked kava/kratom shots: "You have to work on the little blue bottle hole inside you that led you to get addicted."  See previous episode on potential fermenting of kratom that may why kratom/kava drinks maybe so addictive for many people: https://kratomsobriety.podbean.com/e/e21-kratom-and-pseudoindoxyl-metabolites/.   RESOURCES OF THE WEEK https://www.arnslaw.com/active-investigations/feelfree/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Quittingfeelfree/comments/1616m4r/ff_case_update/...
2023-09-171h 00Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE23 JohnKava/kratom drink special. Interview best listened to on speakers not headphones sorry for audio issues. John tells how he kicked kava/kratom shots: "You have to work on the little blue bottle hole inside you that led you to get addicted."  See previous episode on potential fermenting of kratom that may why kratom/kava drinks maybe so addictive for many people: https://kratomsobriety.podbean.com/e/e21-kratom-and-pseudoindoxyl-metabolites/.   RESOURCES OF THE WEEK https://www.arnslaw.com/active-investigations/feelfree/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Quittingfeelfree/comments/1616m4r/ff_case_update/...
2023-09-171h 00Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE14 DecimaKrista and Charlie discuss tips for using alcohol and drug recovery meetings for kicking kratom.  Overview of Decima’s story: * Moderator of large quitting kratom Facebook group * Nearly decade of use & former pro-kratom advocate  * Experienced 3 seizures from kratom earlier in 2023 * Prescribed Vivitrol to support this kratom quit * Best advice: start supplements six weeks before CT or taper * Quitting Kratom Support Private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/129777827629141    RESOURCES OF THE WEEK The Slippery Slope of Kava, Kratom, and CBD http...
2023-07-301h 07Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE13 JacobKrista and Charlie talk about alternatives to the 12 steps.  In the interview, Jacob from Maine shares how he used SMART Recovery and MAT to manage to get and stay off extract shots for over 90 days after a hard struggle.   RESOURCE OF THE WEEK Clonidine prescription for withdrawals https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459124/ https://www.drugs.com/comments/clonidine/for-opiate-withdrawal.html https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27057581/   KRATOM IN THE HEADLINES https://www.npr.org/2023/07/08/1186632829/the-readily-available-herbal-supplement-kratom-is-facing-wrongful-death-lawsuits   CO...
2023-07-231h 08Kratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE12 KristaCaught up in the Florida kratom bar scene, Krista explains how after finishing a 30 day residential treatment program in August 2022, she is working the 12 steps with a sponsor and tapping into her own expertise as an addiction counselor to stay off kratom.  Article about kratom risks looking at Florida autopsy data: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4495146   RESOURCE OF THE WEEK Quit Kratom app in Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.michaljanecek.quitkratom    KRATOM IN THE HEAD...
2023-07-1645 minKratom Sobriety
Kratom SobrietyE11 Pros & Cons of Day CountingShould I count days while quitting kratom?   RESOURCE OF THE WEEK Bird and the Bee: Interpreting the Masters Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall and John Oates https://open.spotify.com/album/6Bh8grVrJlDIJ0vJKtakTi?si=4ThijOzcS36kdTUYeYd9Iw&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A6Bh8grVrJlDIJ0vJKtakTi KRATOM IN THE HEADLINES Heart health risks and kratom recent study: https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2023.04.009  https://www.medpagetoday.com/cardiology/arrhythmias/104851  CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety  ht...
2023-07-0923 min