Recovery Rising
by Brian Adkins
Discussions about the human ability to rise above turmoil and conflict in one's life as the result of substance abuse disorder. The host, Brian Adkins, is in recovery and brings his compassion, interviewing skills and humor to a forum to help others through a presentation of his friend's stories of recovery. [email protected] #recovery #sobriety #odaat
Episodes
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A nice little life w/ Rob
Hey everyone! Launching this episode in preparation to go visit my awesome Cafe RE friends. I am heading to Colorado and will be visiting with Rob (this episode), Taylor (episode 22), Carrie (ep 19) and may even get to meet Paul Churchill, the creator and former host of Recovery Elevator podcast…
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Resilience2Reform w/ Noah
In this episode I speak with Noah Bergland, found on Instagram @resilience2reform Noah was released from federal prison in May of 2020 after serving nearly 8 years for federal drug charges. His actions and behavior were a direct result of his addictions. But, he has emerged as a reformed man. It...
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Trauma and Addiction w/ Dr. Jason White
Please reach out to me if you would like to be on the podcast or with questions/suggestions at [email protected] To read more about Jason White, EdD, please visit: University of Southern Maine Prep Group, LLC Maine Behavioral Health Organization Book: Journal of a 2nd Lieutenant in...
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Climbing walls w/Taylor
In this episode I discuss my one year of sobriety and also speak with my friend Taylor who has just over 15 months of recovery. I also want to announce a new sponsor: One of the critical aspects of my recovery has been to rebuild a relationship with my higher power, or God. And I am proud to...
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Ep. 21 - Throwing combinations w/Paul
On this episode, Paul from Brooklyn NY joins me to discuss his road to and in recovery. Paul is a personal trainer in NY who uses fitness as a vehicle to recovery from Substance Use Disorder. You can visit his website (https://www.pugilismbypaul.com) or his Instagram page @pugilismbypaul For...
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Our Thinking Problem - w/ Dr. Robb Kelly
I am incredibly excited for you to listen to this episode. I was fortunate enough to be able to meet and speak with Dr. Robb Kelley, Founder and CEO of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group based in San Antonio Texas. He also has offices in Dallas, Zurich Switzerland and London in the UK. He has appeared...
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Drilling down w/ Carrie
In episode 19 I sit down and speak with my friend from Cafe RE, Carrie who lives in Denver Colorado. After Carrie's divorce several years ago, she found herself leaning more and more on alcohol to cope with the feelings associated with the end of her marriage and the new life she had as a result…
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I'll drink tomorrow, not today w/ Mean Joel
In episode 18, I sit down with a musician friend of mine, Joel, to discuss his 6 years of sobriety. He shares that, even with plenty of time under his belt, he had a relapse moment. But the important point is he said, "If I still feel this way tomorrow, I will drink". Spoiler: He didn't drink. We...
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Crazy Canuck, eh?! w/ Chad
My first international guest, Chad from Canada, talks about his addiction and recovery. He put down the bottle on January 5, 2020. Chad talks about the need for connection, and we find it in the world of recovery. I encourage you to check out the website (https://recoveryrising.net) and also to...
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Anchors away w/ Chris in Colorado
On episode 16 I talk with Chris, a mid thirties Navy vet who is in early sobriety. Like so many of us, this is not Chris's first attempt at quitting but he expresses a new found commitment to his recovery. I recently launched the website for Recovery Rising (recoveryrising.net) so please check it...
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Loud & Proud Sober w/ Jamie is fancy
On episode 15 I sit down with Jamie from Long Island NY to talk with her about her journey into and through recovery. She has recently celebrated her first year in recovery, so Congrats Jamie! If you would like to support the podcast you can give it a top notch rating, stars or shamrocks or...
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Ep. 14 - Doing laps with Coach Roy
My friend and Recovery Coach, Roy, sat down and talked to me about his life, addiction and 19 years of recovery. He has ben a great source of support, guidance and motivation during the last 9 months and I am grateful I have gotten to know him an be coached by him. It is very critical to build a...
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Chef Chris and my melancholy mood
I speak with Chris, a chef from outside NYC, about his addiction and recovery. I also start the episode disclosing that I am in a "blah" mood. Which is completely ok. Moods come and go. Recognize them and move on. Impermanence is the only thing permanent. Oh and I am launching this episode on my…
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Friendships and Alternative Recovery
Kirby form Charleston is my next guest. After an injury forced her to reexamine her drinking, an her friendships, she entered recovery in April of 2018. We talk about her embrace of podcasts and quit lit to build her recovery as well as the communities she has flourished in since putting down the...
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Spirituality with Marcia
On this episode I sit down once again with Marcia Maclean, founder of the Center for Spiritual Living here in Greenville. Ever curious about different spiritual paths and religions, I wanted to learn more about Marcia's church and faith. I hope you enjoy.
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Will interview for cookies w/ Kerrie Mac
In this week's episode I interview a member and administrator of the Recovery Elevator podcast and the Cafe RE communities, Kerrie Mac. She is a fixture on our Zoom webinars and inspires many of us during our recovery journey. She tells us that unlike myself, and some others I interviewed, her...
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Connection and Recovery with Alan
I sit down with a friend of mine (Alan) from the closed FB group Cafe RE and discuss his new journey in sobriety and recovery. He and I discuss the importance of connection and the difference between sobriety and recovery. I encourage you to "like", "follow" and provide good rating for this...
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Paul Churchill - Host of Recovery Elevator Podcast
I was glad to have Paul Churchill, host of Recovery Elevator Podcast on with me. Along with his Recovery Elevator podcast, he is also an author of a book titled "Alcohol is Shit", runs Cafe RE a closed Facebook community, was the speaker at two Ted Talks (links below) and hosts multiple sober...
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Grief and Loss with my sister, Jennifer
On April 28, 2011, my Aunt, Karen Beckham (Nannie) passed away from a 3 year battle with ovarian cancer. To commemorate the 9th anniversary of her passing, I have a discussion with my sister, Jennifer, who is a highly credentialed trauma counselor. Jennifer has her own psychotherapy practice in...
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Victoria and Mr. Smirnoff
I sit down with Victoria to discuss her recovery from a love affair with Mr. Smirnoff. A bit longer than the normal episodes, but she is quite the character and to edit it down would do a disservice to her and you! Enjoy! If you or someone you know are struggling with addiction, please know that...
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Dual Diagnosis with Dan
In this episode, I sit down and talk with Dan. He is an entrepreneur, philosopher and a friend who has a dual diagnosis with bipolar disorder and substance abuse. He is a great guy and I have known him for just over a year, from my first attendance at FAVOR Greenville. One thing from this episode…
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Recovery and Spirituality - Rev. Marcia
Marcia is a minister with the Center for Spiritual Living here in Greenville SC. Additionally, Marcia is in long term recovery for substance abuse. She has been clean and sober for 34 years, having finally asked for help in 1985. This is a two part series with Marcia and in this segment we…
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Upstate Covid19 update - Rep. Neal Collins
I was able to interview the Pickens county State Representative Mr. Neal Collins. In the first half of the interview Neal gives us an update on where we stand with the Covid-19 virus and how it is impacting Pickens County and South Carolina. The latter half of the interview I ask Neal about his...
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Chats with Dr. Bill (Microwave Ovens)
For episode 2, I am starting an on-going segment called "Chats with Dr. Bill". He is a friend of mine who is a physicist. Personally, when you have a friend who is a physicist, you ask them questions and ask for explanations. Think of it as saving tuition, you learn the concepts without having to...
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A handle of whiskey - Trish's story
I interview Trish about her recovery from alcoholism. Interview was conducted on Friday April 10th during the Covid-19 pandemic. We conducted the interview via Zoom. Trish came to speak to my Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) when I sought help initially for substance abuse in January of 2019.…
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Introduction to Recovery Rising
I am embarking on a new adventure bringing you content about rising from adversity, conscious capitalism and community service. Why? Well we all have our stories of triumph and I want to interview those people who are doing things, great and small, that benefit our society. We are all in this...
About this show
Discussions about the human ability to rise above turmoil and conflict in one's life as the result of substance abuse disorder. The host, Brian Adkins, is in recovery and brings his compassion, interviewing skills and humor to a forum to help others through a presentation of his friend's stories of recovery. [email protected] #recovery #sobriety #odaat
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