Best Benoit Kim Podcasts (2025)

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A Conversation with Senator Pat Duncan 38:25

15d ago38:25

38:25

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with Senator Pat Duncan, Canadian Senator and former premier of Yukon. Kim and Senator Duncan are longtime friends and have an amazing conversation about the work being done to ensure Canadians can “rebound” out of poverty. Senator Duncan draws on her more than 10 years of experience serving in the Yukon Leg…

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A Conversation with Dr. Jiaying Zhao, Associate Professor at UBC 33:24

1M ago33:24

33:24

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with Dr. Jiaying Zhao, Associate Professor, Canada Research Chair in Behavioral Sustainability and Sauder Distinguished Scholar at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Zhao speaks about her incredible research into how resource scarcity impacts human cognition and behaviour. Kim and Dr. Zhao discuss Dr. Z…

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Dan Huang-Taylor (Executive Director of Food Banks BC) on the Intersection of Poverty and Food Security 22:51

2M ago22:51

22:51

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with Dan Huang-Taylor, executive director of Food Banks BC, a provincial association working to end hunger in British Colombia. Kim and Dan discuss the intersection of poverty and food security, and Dan’s extensive experience working in the non-profit sector. Dan speaks about his involvement with the Put Foo…

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Creating Art as an Act of Courage: A Conversation with Jessie Golem 36:27

2M ago36:27

36:27

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with activist and artist Jessie Golem about her portrait series, Humans of Basic Income, and her work on guaranteed livable basic income. Humans of Basic Income tells the stories of people who took part in Ontario’s basic income pilot project, and what happened when the pilot was cancelled prematurely. Ms Go…

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A Conversation with Economist Benoit Robidoux about PEI's Guaranteed Basic Income Benefit Proposal 34:43

3M ago34:43

34:43

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with economist Benoit Robidoux about the 2023 guaranteed basic income (GBI) proposal for residents in Prince Edward Island. Mr. Robidoux was a key member of the team behind the proposal; a team made up of economists, public servants, politicians and advocates from across Canada. Mr. Robidoux discusses how th…

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The Last Episode.. For Now 20:34

4M ago20:34

20:34

After a lot of thought I’ve decided to pause the podcast and live Alcoholiday groups (just cannot bring myself to say end them, because, who knows?) It’s been a great run of 200+ podcasts and 42ish Alcoholidays (wow!!) I just celebrated my 5 years of alcohol freedom and I’m ready to focus in a different direction. What that is- I don’t know yet, bu…

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Understanding Anger and Alcohol with Sober Powered Host Gillian Tietz 49:14

5M ago49:14

49:14

Sober Powered Host Gillian Tietz returns to the podcast! Getting sober in 2019 inspired Gill to start her podcast where she utilizes her biochemistry background to teach others how alcohol affects the brain and why it’s so hard to stop drinking. In addition to being the host of the Sober Powered Podcast and teaching anger management, Gill is a chem…

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Top Questions for Sober Nutritionist Dr Brooke Scheller 51:29

5M ago51:29

51:29

Welcome to today’s episode. I'm excited to have Dr. Brooke Scheller back. She's a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, founder of Functional Sobriety, and author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink. Inspired by her own sobriety journey in 2021, Dr. Scheller has transformed alcohol recovery through nutrition and functional medicine. Her June 2023 episode…

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#176. How To Improve Your Relationship with Yourself? - Unni Turrettini | Connection Expect 1:28:50

5M ago1:28:50

1:28:50

Is loneliness the root of human suffering? How do we improve our relationship with ourselves? What can we do about the loneliness crisis? Unni Turrettini is a human connection expert, 3-time TEDx speaker, lawyer turned investigative journalist and best-selling author. Unni is best known for her bestselling book, Betraying the Nobel: The Secrets and…

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How Routines and Rituals Can Help You Change Your Drinking with Jen Lee Hirst 46:45

5M ago46:45

46:45

Jen Lee Hirst returns to the podcast! Jen is a sobriety coach, speaker, and creator of Lighthouse Sobriety. She has one of the best sober Instagram accounts @jenleehirst where she shares tips and inspiration for changing your drinking. Jen is here to talk about how routines and rituals can help when you first give up drinking (whether for a break o…

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#175. How To Improve Our Relationship with Pain? - Vinny Crispino | Pain Academy 1:31:23

5M ago1:31:23

1:31:23

How do we improve our relationship with pain? How do we strengthen our relationship with discomfort? What is the relationship between physical pain and mental suffering? Vinny Crispino is the founder and CEO of Pain Academy, a corrective exercise expert, and a holistic health practitioner. With his unique insights and evidence-based approach, the P…

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BEST OF: Dry January Tips for Success 22:51

5M ago22:51

22:51

Join the growing health trend of giving up alcohol for a month. Dry January has shown to improve sleep, save money, and improve health. An alcohol-free month has a lot of benefits. Research published in the British Medical Journal showed one month off alcohol lowers blood pressure, reduces diabetes risk, lowers cholesterol and reduces levels of can…

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Finding More Alcohol-Free Joy in Life 34:58

5M ago34:58

34:58

In this episode, I share a recording of a class I gave about how to cultivate more joy in our lives. I talk about what joy really means, how it can help our physical and mental health, barriers to joy, and ways to enhance everyday joy. I hope this brings you some holiday cheer. Ready to do Dry January? Join the next Alcohol Tipping Point Alcoholida…

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#174. What Is the Dark Side of American Individualism? - Dr. James F Richardson | Our Worst Strength 1:27:47

5M ago1:27:47

1:27:47

What are the hidden costs of American individualism? Why do sociopaths thrive in the workplace? Why do we not trust each other in corporate America? Dr. James F Richardson is a cultural anthropologist, founder of Social Institute Awareness, market research consultant expert, and published author. According to a recent national survey by Cigna, near…

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Healing Through Psychedelics: Benoit Kim’s Alcohol-Free Journey 1:00:27

6M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Today’s episode features Benoit Kim, a US army veteran, Penn-educated former policymaker turned psychotherapist, and host of the Discover More podcast. Benoit shares his personal experience of quitting alcohol four years ago and healing trauma through psychedelic-assisted therapy. We talk about: Benoit’s experience with drinking and quitting alcoho…

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#173. Why Happiness Is Not The Opposite of Depression? - Ryan A Bush | Become Who You Are 1:29:52

6M ago1:29:52

1:29:52

What is the opposite of depression? What is the role of self-esteem in our happiness? Why should we choose character over comfort? Today’s conversation will reveal a new theory of self-esteem and the third dimension of psychological well-being that modern psychology has overlooked. Ryan A Bush is a mind architect, best-selling published author, cre…

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How a Couple Gave Up Alcohol and Found a Bigger Life with Carrie Hoffman and Zach Minnich 55:15

6M ago55:15

55:15

On the podcast are Carrie Hoffman and Zach Minnich- my first couple on the show! Carrie and Zach are the travel and adventure obsessed couple behind Bigger Life Adventures- which hosts alcohol free yoga retreats and adventure tours. They’ve both had their share of struggles with substance abuse and poor coping mechanisms. After deciding enough was …

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#172. How To Beat Distractions and Live a Happier Life? - Dr. Cassie Holmes | Happier Hour 1:25:45

6M ago1:25:45

1:25:45

How do you beat distractions? How do you expand your time? How do we focus on what matters the most? Today’s conversation will reveal a step-by-step blueprint to help you beat distractions, expand your time, and focus on what matters the most within the same 24 hours. Dr. Cassie Holmes is a UCLA professor, psychologist, award-winning researcher of …

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Resisting Poverty, Resisting Racism: Senator Bernard Discusses a GLBI 26:18

6M ago26:18

26:18

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with the Honourable Dr. Wanda Thomas Bernard. Senator Bernard has decades of leadership and innovation as a social worker, educator, researcher, community activist and advocate for social change. Senator Bernard and Kim discuss how a GLBI might support Black Canadians and African Nova Scotians, the intersect…

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Unapologetically Alcohol Free with Jenni Harmon 59:29

6M ago59:29

59:29

This episode features Jenni Harmon, a married mom of two boys who has served in the military, spent a decade in corporate America, and dedicated many years as a stay-at-home mom. For the past seven years, Jenni has been teaching yoga and mindfulness workshops while also creating and selling art. She is currently writing her first book. In her early…

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#171. How To Improve Your Life Using Philosophy? - Scott Hershovitz 1:37:45

6M ago1:37:45

1:37:45

Does philosophy matter? How to philosophize effectively? What is the practical role of philosophy? When most people hear “philosophy,” they immediately dismiss it as “pointless or excessive thinking.” Today’s conversation will redefine the role of philosophy in everyday life and how to live a meaningful life in this increasingly complex world. Scot…

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Getting Boozeless in Boston with Carol Cunningham 50:31

6M ago50:31

50:31

On the show is my Boston Boozeless Bestie, Carol Cunningham. Carol is an Artist/Crafter, wife of a retired fire fighter, mother of 4 boys and alcohol free badass. I first met Carol when she joined the February Alcoholiday in 2022 and we’ve become friends since then. Carol shares her journey of becoming alcohol-free, highlighting the importance of s…

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How to Navigate an Alcohol-Free Holiday Season with Caroline Evers-Endacott 57:34

7M ago57:34

57:34

On the podcast is Caroline Evers-Endacott, a UK-based addictions and integrative psychotherapist with a master’s degree in Addiction Psychology. She has also trained in Compassionate Inquiry under Gabor Maté. Caroline divides her time between clinical practice and teaching, focusing on emotional health and wellbeing for groups and organizations in …

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#170. How To Influence Anyone? - Zoe Chance | Influence Is Your Superpower 1:48:21

7M ago1:48:21

1:48:21

What is the psychology of influence? Why do humans struggle with lie detection? How can you spot a con artist? According to a 2023 survey, 34% of Americans said they would like to have the ability to influence others at will. Today’s episode will teach you a science-based framework for behavior change and influence, the same methods the guest used …

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Finding the Fix: Enneagrams, 12 Steps, and Addiction with Typology Host Ian Morgan Cron 51:47

7M ago51:47

51:47

This episode features Ian Morgan Cron, a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram teacher, Episcopal priest, and the host of the popular podcast Typology. His books include the Enneagram primer The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery, which has sold over one million copies and his newest book, The Fix: How the Twelve Step…

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Hockey and Healing: Toni Will’s Path to Alcohol Freedom 52:13

7M ago52:13

52:13

On today’s episode is Toni Will. Toni has been the General Manager and Governor of the Kalamazoo Wings, a men’s professional hockey team in Michigan, for over a decade. She made history as the first female GM on the East Coast Hockey League Board of Governors. In 2020, Toni founded Mindfulness Elevated to help others achieve freedom from substances…

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#169. How To Have Productive Disagreements? - Dr. Todd Kashdan | The Art of Insubordination 1:44:45

7M ago1:44:45

1:44:45

How do we have productive disagreements? Why is principled rebelliousness important? What is the art of insubordination? Today’s conversation will teach you how to have productive disagreements by stress-testing your beliefs. Dr. Todd Kashdan is a professor of psychology, a published author, and the director of The Well-Being Lab. Todd received the…

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What the First Year of Not Drinking is Really Like: Danielle LeBoeuf’s Story 58:46

7M ago58:46

58:46

In this podcast episode, Danielle LeBoeuf shares what the first year of being a nondrinker is like. A wife, mother, grandmother, nurse and my friend from Michigan, Danielle took the first step towards alcohol freedom after realizing the hold drinking had on her daily life. She discusses the challenges she faced, her experience with multiple attempt…

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A Conversation with Senator Bernadette Clement: Moving Forward Together to Redress Inequality 27:50

7M ago27:50

27:50

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with her friend and colleague, Senator Bernadette Clement, about the intersection of poverty and racism in Canada. Senator Clement speaks from her experience in the Senate, municipal politics, and her career as a legal aid lawyer. Senator Clement still works as a practicing lawyer as well as being a Senator!…

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The Power of Friendships with Deb Masner and Heather Lowe: Re-air from the Peripeteia Talk Show for Women Podcast 1:03:33

7M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

I was honored to be a guest on my friend Heather Lowe’s new podcast, the Peripeteia Talk Show for Women, as part of its inaugural season. Heather, the founder of Ditched the Drink, is a Certified Professional Recovery and Life Coach, a proud mom to two teenage daughters, a wife of over 20 years, and my sober bestie. We had such a heartfelt conversa…

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#168. Why the American Diet Is Ruining Mental Health? - Dr. Georgia Ede | Harvard Psychiatrist 1:22:42

8M ago1:22:42

1:22:42

Is the Standardized American Diet ruining our mental health? Why is the nutritional science often unscientific? Why are the USDA’s good guidelines harmful to American health? According to TIME, mental health in the United States has been worsening by every metric since 2000, including a 30% increase in suicide rates. In 2021, 22.8% of American adul…

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The Hidden Struggle with Alcohol After Weight Loss Surgery: How Ruby Williams Found Freedom from Food and Booze 45:02

8M ago45:02

45:02

Ruby Williams is a certified Alcohol Freedom Coach and owner of Freedom Renegade Coaching. She helps women after weight loss surgery or those struggling with disordered eating and drinking to break free from alcohol addiction. Living in Northern California wine country, she drank daily to cope with a stressful corporate job in the alcohol industry …

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Getting Sober in Ireland: Olivia Farrelly’s No More Booze Transformation 41:47

8M ago41:47

41:47

On the show is Olivia Farrelly, a former grey area drinker from Ireland who has been alcohol-free since 2018. Olivia, who holds a master's in health psychology and a diploma in alcohol studies, shares her transformative journey of quitting alcohol. She discusses the cultural context of her drinking habits in her teens and twenties, her tipping poin…

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#167. The Surprising Path to $401 Million Success with Shazam - Chris Barton | Founder of Shazam 1:09:05

8M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

What is the success story behind Shazam? How do we think differently? How do we redefine what is possible? Chris Barton is the founder and first CEO of Shazam, a three-time startup founder, pioneer of mobile ecosystems at Google and Dropbox, and inventor of twelve patents. Shazam was downloaded over two billion times and was acquired by Apple in 20…

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A Conversation with Criminal Defence Lawyer Theresa Donkor about GLBI, Poverty, and the Mass Incarceration of Black Canadians 25:55

8M ago25:55

25:55

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with criminal defence lawyer Theresa Donkor about guaranteed livable basic income, the mass incarceration of Black, Indigenous and BIPOC Canadians, and Ms Donkor's analysis of how poverty and systemic racism contribute to the over-criminalization and imprisonment of her clients. Theresa Donkor is a criminal …

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Beyond Dry: The Juicy Side of an Alcohol-Free Life with Former Wine Industry Veteran Martha Wright 59:32

8M ago59:32

59:32

This episode features Martha Wright, a former New Orleans-based wine industry veteran who transitioned into a sobriety and mindful drinking coach. Martha shares her unique journey from working with Food Network chefs and owning a winery to becoming a senior coach within Annie Grace's 'This Naked Mind'. She discusses the challenge of giving up alcoh…

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How to Practice Acceptance to Change Your Drinking and Navigate Life’s Storms 47:02

8M ago47:02

47:02

In this episode, I share a presentation on the powerful concept of acceptance. Acceptance means embracing the present moment and our emotions as they are, without trying to alter them. This approach is incredibly beneficial when dealing with life’s stresses and challenges, helping us to cope without resorting to alcohol. Acceptance has been a trans…

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A conversation with the Honourable Harry Laforme about Bill C-40 and the need for an effective Miscarriage of Justice Commission 36:57

8M ago36:57

36:57

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with the Honourable Harry Laforme about the importance of ensuring independence, authority and resources in order to ensure the new commission can effectively consider wrongful convictions. Informed by the report he and the Honourable Juanita Westmoreland-Traoré authored, as well as the one they inspired abo…

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From Miss Virgin Islands to Sobriety Advocate: Alli Bourne-Vanneck's Alcohol-Free Journey 56:24

8M ago56:24

56:24

This episode features Alli Bourne-Vanneck, a national award-winning television journalist and former Miss Virgin Islands. Alli shares her inspiring journey from growing up in the U.S. Virgin Islands with aspirations of being a professional golfer to becoming a TV journalist and ultimately quitting alcohol in 2017. She discusses her struggles with l…

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#166. What Is The Mental Health Impact Of Sensationalism? - Dr. Courtney Tracy | The Truth Doctor 1:26:36

8M ago1:26:36

1:26:36

How truthful is the mental health media industry of Hollywood? How do we protect our mental health from media? What does borderline personality look like in adults? Today’s conversation with a doctor of psychology and mental health media expert will explain the detriments of misinformation and sensationalism, and what we can do to safeguard our men…

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Hope and Healing: Jacob Scholze’s Battle Against Liver Disease and Alcohol 53:07

9M ago53:07

53:07

On the podcast today is Jacob Scholze, a Wisconsin father of three, hardware store manager and grateful liver disease survivor. He’s here to share his story about finding freedom from alcohol and his experience with liver disease. This episode is for those who need HOPE and support in starting or maintaining an alcohol-free life. It is possible to …

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Rocking Compassion: How Danni Carr Quit Alcohol 58:02

9M ago58:02

58:02

On the show today is Danni Carr, host of the popular How I Quit Alcohol Podcast. I have a special spot for Danni because her show is one of the podcasts (besides mine-;))my brother used to get sober 3 years ago. Danni’s journey to alcohol freedom started in 2017 with her much-loved Australian Blues Musician husband, Ash Grunwald. They did a 12-mont…

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#165. The Secret Reality of American Special Forces - Dr. Chris Frueh | Operator Syndrome 1:25:27

9M ago1:25:27

1:25:27

The American special forces have been the topic of countless movies due to their unbelievably cut-throat selection process, and the little-known reality of what they do and who they are. What is the secret reality of special forces in the United States? Dr. Chris Frueh is a clinical psychologist specializing in treating special forces, a professor …

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A New Perspective on Food and Drinking Triggers with Ali Shapiro 1:03:58

9M ago1:03:58

1:03:58

Ali Shapiro returns to the podcast for a deeper dive into the overlap between drinking and food issues. Ali is the host of the top-ranked podcast Insatiable, a holistic nutritionist and integrated health coach. This episode is especially helpful for those who have quit drinking but developed a killer sugar habit, and for people who have found alcoh…

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In Conversation with The Honourable Marion Buller re: MMIWG, Additional Miscarriages of Justice, and the Potential of a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income 30:48

9M ago30:48

30:48

On this episode of Appointed, Senator Pate speaks with The Honourable Marion Buller, Chancellor of the University of Victoria and former Chief Commissioner of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and the first Indigenous woman appointed as a judge in British Columbia. The two discuss the connections between pov…

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Quit Drinking Quickie: How to Stop Seeing Drinking as a Reward 18:10

9M ago18:10

18:10

Struggling with seeing wine as a reward after a long day? You’re not alone. In this episode, I explore why 5pm often signals a time for a drink and how alcohol has become a reward we feel we’ve earned. I cover top strategies to help break the alcohol reward cycle. It’s not about deprivation but rethinking what truly rewards you. Play the tape forwa…

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From Sober Curious to Sober Serious: Interview with Mocktail Mixologist Derick Santiago 52:49

9M ago52:49

52:49

On the show today is Derick Santiago, a tech professional from the Philippines who experienced a significant lifestyle change after moving to California’s tech hub. Initially a rare drinker, he found himself drinking daily to fit in with the happy hour culture and to cope with anxiety and the grief of losing his mother during the pandemic. He share…

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#164. How To Be Loved? - Dr. Frank Anderson 1:07:37

9M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Why does trauma repeat itself? Why does trauma become our identity? What is trauma healing? According to Forbes Health, in 2023, over 70% of the survey participants reported experiencing at least one traumatic event and 31% said they were exposed to four or more traumatic events in their lifetime. Today’s conversation will teach you why our trauma …

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The Power of Sharing Our Stories with SoberPress Founder Michael Ferrer 50:22

10M ago50:22

50:22

On the show is Michael Ferrer, an Art Director and Designer who founded SoberPress with the mission to inspire a million people for change. SoberPress provides a safe place where people can experience and share their stories of recovery. This allows those struggling with an addiction to know that they are not alone, and that recovery is possible. “…

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Healing Childhood Wounds: The ACEs and PCEs Connection in Addiction with Peggi Cooney 51:25

10M ago51:25

51:25

This may be one of the most impactful podcasts I’ve done. It’s one I want to share with the whole wide world because it offers so much hope and inspiration. So please listen and share with others. Back on the show today is Peggi Cooney. I wanted to have Peggi back to talk about the connection between childhood trauma and addiction later in life. So…

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