2 Addicts & A Moron

EP 17 20 & Sober!

In this conversation, the hosts and guest discuss addiction and recovery, with a focus on the guest's experience as a young person in recovery. They explore topics such as the age at which addiction started, the impact of addiction on family, the recognition of needing help, and the early stages of recovery. The guest shares his journey of finding sobriety and the role of spirituality in his recovery. They also touch on the challenges and discrimination faced by a young person working in the recovery field. In this conversation, the guest shares his journey of recovery and his experiences in sobriety. He discusses the importance of gaining respect through his knowledge of recovery and the steps. He also talks about his long-term goals, including helping others, getting a degree in psychology, and owning a treatment center. The guest emphasizes the power of using his voice, potentially through a podcast. He also discusses his relationship with his family and the positive changes he has seen in his mother. The conversation concludes with the guest's role as a sponsor and the importance of cultivating a relationship with God.Keywordsaddiction, recovery, young person, age, family, help, sobriety, spirituality, challenges, discrimination, recovery, sobriety, respect, goals, helping others, psychology, treatment center, using his voice, family, sponsor, relationship with GodTakeawaysAddiction can start at a young age, and recognizing the need for help is crucial.The impact of addiction on family members can be devastating.Finding sobriety at a young age can provide a new lease on life and a chance to fulfill one's potential.Spirituality and a higher power can play a significant role in recovery.Working in the recovery field as a young person can come with challenges and discrimination. Gaining respect through knowledge and experience in recoveryLong-term goals of helping others, getting a degree in psychology, and owning a treatment centerThe power of using one's voice, potentially through a podcastPositive changes in family relationships in sobrietyThe role of a sponsor and the importance of cultivating a relationship with GodSound Bites"I always wanted to help people... I feel like I understand the way that people work pretty well.""For the first time in my life, I was like, okay, I never want to touch alcohol, weed, no mind altering substance in any shape or form ever.""I think he may have did some similar as me and it's just something I recommend it to all people. Immerse yourself, immerse.""I may not be your age and I may not have done this for 20 years but one thing that I do understand is recovery and one thing I do understand is the steps and one thing I do understand is how to get sober and how to stay sober.""I would like to own a treatment center one day.""I'd love to have a podcast one day, be able to use my voice in that way."Chapters00:00Introduction and Episode Overview02:58Guest Introduction and Discussion on Age and Recovery06:03Recognizing Addiction at a Young Age10:20The Impact of Trauma on Addiction13:09Realizing the Potential in Recovery21:21Catalysts for Change and Early Recovery28:19Working in Recovery as a Young Person33:21Gaining Respect and Making a Difference35:47Gaining Respect Through Recovery36:48Long-Term Goals: Helping Others and Owning a Treatment Center38:16Using My Voice: The Power of a Podcast48:30Positive Changes in Family Relationships55:45The Role of a Sponsor and Cultivating a Relationship with God

EP 11: Seeking Help in Addiction

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including addiction, recovery, and the use of substances like weed. They share personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of communication and support in the recovery process. They also touch on the impact of social media and the need for occasional breaks from it. The hosts express gratitude for their friend and producer, JV, who plays a crucial role in the podcast.Keywordsaddiction, recovery, substances, weed, communication, support, social mediaTakeawaysAddiction can take many forms, and it is possible to be addicted to substances like weed.Recovery is a personal journey, and what works for one person may not work for another.Communication and support are essential in the recovery process.The impact of social media on mental health and addiction should not be underestimated.Taking breaks from social media can be beneficial for overall well-being.Expressing gratitude for the support and contributions of others is important.Sound Bites"I kind of miss the stench of shit and piss in downtown Austin. God, I miss it.""Recovery is 100% sober in my eyes and living in principle.""Weed fucks me up more than anything. That's why I never did it."Chapters00:00Introduction and Nostalgia for Austin03:09Talking About Advice and Helping Others09:41Approaching Addiction and Recovery16:31The Addictive Nature of Weed27:10The Impact of Social Media35:39Communication and Substance Use44:51Acknowledging the Producer's Contribution

EP 16: Guest Recap, Growth, and Goals!

The conversation begins with some lighthearted banter before the hosts introduce themselves and acknowledge Father's Day. They express gratitude for their recent guests and discuss the commonalities in addiction stories. They share personal experiences of hitting rock bottom and the desperation that comes with addiction. The hosts also touch on the disappointment of not being able to find a vein while using drugs. The conversation is raw and honest, highlighting the struggles and challenges of addiction. In this conversation, the speakers discuss their experiences with addiction and the lengths they went to in order to obtain drugs. They share stories of begging for drugs, showing up unannounced at dealers' houses, and searching through trash to find drugs they had discarded. They also talk about the importance of being open and honest about their past struggles in order to help others who may be going through similar experiences. The speakers discuss their goals for the future, including using their music and podcast to inspire and motivate others, starting a nonprofit to help people access treatment, and opening a free treatment center.Keywordsaddiction, recovery, stories, commonalities, rock bottom, desperation, finding veins, addiction, drugs, begging, dealers, searching, trash, recovery, goals, music, podcast, treatment centerTakeawaysAddiction stories may have unique elements, but there are commonalities that connect all addicts.Hitting rock bottom and experiencing desperation are often catalysts for seeking recovery.The disappointment of not being able to find a vein while using drugs can be frustrating and demoralizing.Addiction can lead to the loss of relationships and the inability to regain what has been lost.The hosts express gratitude for their guests and the opportunity to share their stories. Addiction can drive people to extreme measures, such as begging for drugs and showing up unannounced at dealers' houses.The speakers emphasize the importance of being open and honest about their past struggles in order to help others who may be going through similar experiences.They discuss their goals for the future, including using their music and podcast to inspire and motivate others, starting a nonprofit to help people access treatment, and opening a free treatment center.They highlight the power of small gestures and acts of kindness in changing someone's day or even their life.The speakers express gratitude for the support they have received and the opportunities they have to make a positive impact.Sound Bites"I thought what I was dealing with was mental health. It was probably more the withdrawals from the Benzos and the alcohol.""I lost my house. I went through a divorce. I lost three cars. I've lost so much money and so many friends and family.""When you're not able to hit a vein or find a vein and you're so badly wanting to get that into your bloodstream.""I've had to, of course, I've had to beg my guy like, dude, please, dude. I just need a fucking 20 -piece, dude.""I wasn't driving I was walking. Yeah, whatever. I'm to my own walking two miles in a Jake you can't just keep showing up my house""A hundred bucks a gram, which is fucking outrageous, but that's what he was charging and he could charge that because it was really, really good."

EP 10: Let’s Talk About Porn Addiction!

In this episode, the hosts discuss the topic of porn addiction and its connection to drug addiction. They share their personal experiences with porn addiction and how it affected their relationships and lives. They also talk about the accessibility of porn on the internet and how it can contribute to addiction. The hosts emphasize the importance of seeking help and support for addiction and encourage listeners to share their experiences and seek help if needed.Keywordsporn addiction, drug addiction, accessibility, support, helpTakeawaysPorn addiction is a real and serious issue that can have negative effects on relationships and overall well-being.The accessibility of porn on the internet can contribute to addiction and make it difficult to break free from the cycle.Seeking help and support is crucial for overcoming addiction, whether it's related to drugs or porn.Sharing experiences and seeking help can help individuals realize that they are not alone in their struggles.Sound Bites"No topic is off limits with No topic""I got 58 fucking tabs open""I don't have to watch it for 10 hours anymore"Chapters00:00Introduction and Episode Overview06:19The Impact of Porn Addiction12:41The Accessibility of Porn on the Internet29:13Personal Experiences with Porn Addiction38:09The Importance of Seeking Help and Support47:35Remembering Loved Ones48:02Closing Remarks and Call to Action

EP 9: The Effects Of Using & Lost Ones

In this conversation, the hosts discuss their experiences with addiction and recovery. They share personal stories about drug use, physical effects, and mental health. They also talk about the importance of community and support in the recovery process. The hosts celebrate a milestone of 18 months of sobriety for one of them and honor the memory of two individuals who lost their lives to addiction.Keywordsaddiction, recovery, drug use, physical effects, mental health, community, support, sobriety, memory, honorTakeawaysAddiction and drug use can have severe physical and mental effects on individualsRecovery is a continuous process that requires support and communityMilestones in sobriety should be celebrated and honoredRemembering and honoring those who have lost their lives to addiction is importantSound Bites"Let's pivot into a fucking topic""Happy birthday brother""Rest in peace, Caitlin Trotter and Yuri Marcus"Chapters00:00Drug use and physical effects03:21The power of community and support07:03Celebrating milestones in sobriety14:09Transition to a new topic41:05Celebrating a birthday46:21Honoring the memory of Caitlin Trotter and Yuri Marcus

EP 8: Addiction & Medicine

In this episode, the hosts celebrate their 2000 subscribers and reflect on their journey so far. They discuss the concept of 'carpet farming' and share stories of finding unexpected substances on the floor. The conversation then takes a more serious turn as they discuss the loss of loved ones to addiction and the struggles of recovery. They read a powerful comment from a listener who shares their own harrowing experience with addiction and the challenges they face in wanting to stop. The hosts emphasize the importance of asking for help and finding support in the recovery community.Keywordscelebration, subscribers, carpet farming, addiction, loss, recovery, asking for help, supportTakeawaysThe hosts celebrate reaching 2000 subscribers and express gratitude for their listeners' support.They share stories of 'carpet farming' and finding unexpected substances on the floor.The conversation turns to the loss of loved ones to addiction and the challenges of recovery.They emphasize the importance of asking for help and finding support in the recovery community.Sound Bites"Thank you so much, everybody. Thank you so much for listening, liking, subscribing, hit the bell, keep doing it.""Carpet farming is when you run out of dope and you go looking for it anywhere, and the best place to look for it is in the carpet.""The hosts share personal stories of losing loved ones to addiction and express the importance of honoring their memory."Chapters00:00Celebrating 2000 Subscribers02:50The Strange Phenomenon of 'Carpet Farming'07:27The Heartbreaking Losses of Addiction16:22The Importance of Asking for Help and Finding Support

EP 7: Clean Cause

In this episode, the hosts discuss their experiences with addiction and offer insights on how to support someone struggling with addiction. They also talk about the importance of tough love and the challenges of enabling. The hosts share personal stories and emphasize the need for love, compassion, and understanding when helping someone with addiction. They also discuss the impact of addiction on their lives and the importance of working the steps in recovery. The episode ends with announcements about future plans and the importance of seeking help from professionals.Keywordsaddiction, support, tough love, enabling, personal stories, love, compassion, understanding, working the steps, recovery, announcements, seeking helpTakeawaysSupporting someone with addiction requires tough love and setting boundariesEnabling can prolong the addiction and prevent the person from seeking helpLove, compassion, and understanding are essential when helping someone with addictionWorking the steps in recovery is a transformative processSeeking professional help is crucial for effective support and treatmentSound Bites"Supporting the people who love the addict""The importance of tough love in helping someone with addiction""The challenges of supporting someone with addiction"Chapters00:00Introduction and Episode Milestone06:16Supporting the People Who Love the Addict18:08The Power of Tough Love26:21Challenges of Supporting Someone with Addiction39:37Working the Steps and Supporting Each Other in Recovery45:54The Controversy of Using Kratom as a Replacement

EP 6: Q&A - PT.2

In this episode, the hosts express their gratitude for the growth of their podcast and the support of their listeners. They share a heartfelt message about the impact they are making and the importance of sharing personal stories. The conversation then transitions to the theme of redirecting entrepreneurial spirit in recovery. The hosts discuss their own experiences of pursuing their passions and finding purpose in sobriety. They emphasize the importance of patience, building a solid foundation, and defining success on one's own terms. They also highlight the need to surround oneself with the right people and maintain moral integrity. In this conversation, the speakers discuss their motivations for being better people to themselves and others. They reflect on their past actions and the damage they caused while in addiction. They emphasize the importance of surrounding themselves with positive influences and staying committed to their recovery. They also talk about navigating regular life sober and how they handle temptations and triggers. The speakers express gratitude for their sobriety and the opportunity to live a fulfilling life without the need for drugs or alcohol.Keywordsgratitude, growth, impact, personal stories, entrepreneurial spirit, recovery, passions, purpose, patience, foundation, success, right people, moral integrity, motivation, addiction, recovery, sobriety, positive influences, regular life, temptations, triggers, gratitudeTakeawaysExpressing gratitude for the growth of a podcast and the impact it is making can be a powerful motivator.Sharing personal stories can inspire and help others who are struggling.Redirecting entrepreneurial spirit in recovery involves finding new passions and defining success on one's own terms.Patience and building a solid foundation are key to pursuing goals in sobriety.Surrounding oneself with the right people and maintaining moral integrity are important for long-term success. Motivation for being a better person comes from realizing the damage caused in addiction and wanting to make amends.Surrounding oneself with positive influences and supportive people is crucial for maintaining sobriety.Navigating regular life sober requires self-awareness, setting boundaries, and avoiding triggers.Sobriety brings a sense of gratitude and the ability to live a fulfilling life without the need for drugs or alcohol.Sound Bites"This thing has grown like a goddamn weed""We're just three regular dudes that are foot soldiers in the world of addiction and now foot soldiers in the world of sobriety""All of our voices matter. All of our stories matter. And there's no pain is pain. Hurt is hurt. Loss is loss.""You can't take it with you, but you can leave it here.""My biggest motive is my daughter.""Your story isn't finished."Chapters00:00Gratitude and Growth05:00Foot Soldiers in Addiction and Sobriety10:47The Importance of Sharing Stories13:11Embracing Vulnerability and Weirdness18:04Passion and Purpose in Sobriety23:01Patience and Building a Solid Foundation26:24Defining Success on One's Own Terms31:11Surrounding Oneself with the Right People32:39Maintaining Moral Integrity33:33Finding Motivation in Making Amends37:30The Importance of Positive Influences43:22Navigating Regular Life Sober49:34Gratitude for Sobriety

EP 5: Q&A - PT.1

In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to addiction and recovery. They start by introducing themselves and their backgrounds. They then talk about a humorous concept called 'carpet farming,' which refers to the act of searching for drugs in the carpet. The hosts also address the role of faith in sobriety and offer advice to those who may struggle with it. They share personal experiences and emphasize the importance of developing a relationship with a higher power. The conversation then shifts to discussing dreams of relapse and how to cope with them. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss vivid dreams in recovery and the challenges of dating while in recovery. They also touch on the impact of addiction on parents and the importance of setting boundaries and seeking support. The hosts emphasize the need for self-love and self-care in order to have healthy relationships.Keywordsaddiction, recovery, carpet farming, faith, sobriety, higher power, dreams of relapse, vivid dreams, recovery, dating, boundaries, support, addiction, parents, self-loveTakeawaysCarpet farming is a humorous term used to describe the act of searching for drugs in the carpet.Having faith in a higher power can play a significant role in recovery, but it is a personal journey and not everyone may have the same beliefs.Developing a relationship with a higher power can provide guidance, support, and a sense of peace in recovery.Dreams of relapse are common in early recovery, but they can be managed by staying connected to recovery resources and doing the necessary work.It is important to have patience and trust the process of recovery, even when facing challenges or doubts. Vivid dreams in recovery can be intense and feel very real.Dating in recovery requires self-reflection and being ready to show up in a healthy way.Setting boundaries and seeking support are crucial in maintaining sobriety while in a relationship.Addiction can have a profound impact on parents, causing worry, hurt, and feelings of helplessness.Learning about addiction and setting healthy boundaries can help parents support their children without enabling their addiction.Self-love and self-care are essential in order to have healthy relationships.Sound Bites"Carpet farming is one of the funniest fucking things I've ever heard in my life.""Trust God a little bit, learn how to trust him, learn how to get that trust back for him, and then start asking him for things, start having conversations with him.""Dreams of relapse were about as real as they possibly can be. I don't have them as much anymore.""These dreams can be so vivid and so real.""Dating in recovery. Dating a normie. Dating a recovered addict.""Your sobriety should be number one."Chapters00:00Introductions and the Concept of Carpet Farming11:29The Role of Faith in Sobriety26:44Coping with Dreams of Relapse29:28The Intensity of Vivid Dreams in Recovery32:26Navigating Dating in Recovery36:14The Impact of Addiction on Parents45:11Setting Boundaries and Seeking Support53:08The Importance of Self-Love in Relationships

EP 4: Acceptance!

In this episode, the hosts discuss the theme of acceptance in addiction recovery. They share personal stories of accepting their past actions and the challenges faced by their loved ones in accepting their apologies. They also explore the concept of surrender and the importance of surrendering control over addiction. The hosts discuss the role of impulsivity in their addiction and the need to surrender the desire to use drugs. They also touch on the topic of relationships in recovery and the challenges of finding acceptance and surrender in romantic relationships. The episode concludes with a discussion on the difficulty of accepting outcomes when trying to help others in recovery. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of acceptance in recovery. They share personal experiences of accepting the outcomes of their actions and the challenges they faced in the process. They also emphasize the need to let others go on their own journey and not enable them. The hosts talk about the dangers of giving money to people in addiction and the responsibility they feel to not contribute to someone's potential overdose or death. They also touch on the topic of healthy relationships and the importance of taking things slow and letting them develop naturally.Keywordsacceptance, addiction recovery, surrender, past actions, apologies, impulsivity, relationships, helping others, acceptance, recovery, personal experiences, enabling, healthy relationshipsTakeawaysAcceptance is a crucial aspect of addiction recovery, both for individuals in recovery and their loved ones.Surrendering control over addiction is necessary for long-term recovery.Impulsivity can be a challenge in addiction recovery, and self-awareness is key to managing it.Finding acceptance and surrender in romantic relationships can be difficult but is essential for healthy partnerships in recovery.Helping others in recovery requires acceptance of outcomes and the understanding that everyone's journey is unique. Acceptance is a crucial aspect of recovery, and it involves acknowledging and embracing the outcomes of one's actions.Letting others go on their own journey is important, even if it is difficult to watch them make the same mistakes.Giving money to people in addiction can enable them and contribute to their potential overdose or death.Taking things slow and allowing relationships to develop naturally is essential for building healthy connections.Acceptance requires a shift in perspective and a willingness to face and address past mistakes.Sound Bites"Acceptance, it's something that I've struggled with my whole life.""Acceptance, it's over with, dude, let it go.""Sometimes it's not rejection. It's God's redirection.""It sucks to watch sometimes, but they have to go and find out for themselves.""I can't send you money. I'm not going to be a participant in your potential overdose or death.""I can finally let things happen naturally and organically and embrace this is meant to be great."Chapters00:00Introduction and Expectations03:15Acceptance and Surrender in Addiction Recovery10:45Navigating Relationships in Recovery21:35Challenges of Helping Others in Recovery33:25The Importance of Acceptance35:17Letting Others Go on Their Own Journey36:41The Dangers of Enabling and Giving Money38:36Building Healthy Relationships39:05The Power of Taking Things Slow48:33Embracing a Shift in Perspective