Sobertown Podcast

King13 Interviews Award winning Author Richard Capriola of his book "The Addicted Child."  His goal is to equip you with what you need to help your child and yourself as you navigate this addiction process.   "Powerful, poignant & honest" Goodreads Review. Winner of 4 book awards. In this short but powerful book you will learn:The warning signs every parent should know, How drugs work in the teen brain, Assessments needed for a complete diagnosis, The full range of treatment options, How to identify effective treatment programs, and much more "A guide that is both informational & gripping." Goodreads Review. "A valuable resource to all persons"  Major R Bradshaw, Neuropsychologist, Methodist Hospital" I strongly recommend this book to anyone close to adolescents" Dr. Cory Walker,  Psychiatrist, Baylor College of Medicine." A great deal of information that is concise and understandable" Jennifer Malone, MD   Richard Capriola spent 11 years working as an addictions counselor for Menninger Clinic in Houston Texas before retiring in 2019. Menninger Clinic is one of the top ten psychiatric hospitals in the United States and specializes in the assessment, stabilization and treatment of adults and adolescents with substance abuse and psychiatric disorders. During his tenure there he worked in the Adolescent Treatment program and the adult Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment and Stabilization program. Working closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and nurses he was responsible for comprehensive assessments and individual and group counseling with patients diagnosed with substance use disorders.   The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse  https://helptheaddictedchild.com/   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

Imust has a talk with the Soberest Cat in town, IAS's very own Melankolicat from Denmark. Melankolicat is a 38 year old high school teacher who just returned from Paris where he found out how truly wonderful and giving sober life can be. Melankolicat shares his story briefly from childhood to adult, reflecting on how alcohol slowly crept in and became a remedy for handling life. Imust and Melankolicat also celebrates the wonderful community of IAS and how much of a difference sober connections can make!   I (Drifter) just asked Melankolicat if he'd like to come back and share more as he rides that Sobertrain, He said he'd love too! So we'll definitely be checking back with the Soberst Cat in town very soon! Also Melankolicat I want to Thank you for having the courage to share your story!  BOOOOOM! THANK YOU!!!!!    No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

Sober Super Heroes: Sober Toolbox 8 Module can be found on Sobertownpodcast.com on the dropdown menu under Sobriety Blogs/Sober Toolbox. Todd is an Aussie working in the Allied Health and Exercise Field and is also a content creator and contributor to the Sobertown Podcast and to Sobertownpodcast.com website. Todd is a self described introvert. In the first 9 months of meeting him on the I Am Sober platform he only posted 3 times and you'd rarely see a comment from him. But when it comes to having a passion for Sobriety, Todd is a Powerhouse with an amazing mind and mindset! His Blogs (Sober Toolbox, Sobriety Discussions, Your Body On Booze) are full of research, facts and explanations that are unique and amazing! Todd is also narrating his blogs to share on the Sobertown Podcast, eventually you'll be able to hear them all as you read! That's a double dose of learning! Boooom!! In the near future Todd will be doing interviews from other Aussies Down Under! I can't wait!! Thank You Todd for all you do! You are a perfect example how sobriety can bring us out of our comfort zone onto the front lines to fight against addiction!! Onwards Upwards My Friend!!   To contact the author please email soberaustralia@gmail.com   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

King13 Interviews Namaste - Getting sober later in life Namaste was a party teen with an eye for the boys, then a fatal night changed her life forever. After being Married for thirty eight years with a grown up family, she finally chose to leave.  She now lives independently, is self employed and carries several ailments including 19 fractures.  She also includes the day she finally said goodbye to alcohol. Namaste! Thank you soooooo much for digging deep and finding the courage to share your incredible story!! All I can say is WOW!!!! Onwards Upwards my friend!!!   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

Sober Toolbox 7: Accountability Article can be found on Sobertownpodcast.com on the dropdown menu under Sobriety Blogs/Sober Toolbox. Todd is an Aussie working in the Allied Health and Exercise Field and is also a content creator and contributor to the Sobertown Podcast and to Sobertownpodcast.com website. Todd is a self described introvert. In the first 9 months of meeting him on the I Am Sober platform he only posted 3 times and you'd rarely see a comment from him. But when it comes to having a passion for Sobriety, Todd is a Powerhouse with an amazing mind and mindset! His Blogs (Sober Toolbox, Sobriety Discussions, Your Body On Booze) are full of research, facts and explanations that are unique and amazing! Todd is also narrating his blogs to share on the Sobertown Podcast, eventually you'll be able to hear them all as you read! That's a double dose of learning! Boooom!! In the near future Todd will be doing interviews from other Aussies Down Under! I can't wait!! Thank You Todd for all you do! You are a perfect example how sobriety can bring us out of our comfort zone onto the front lines to fight against addiction!! Onwards Upwards My Friend!!   To contact the author please email soberaustralia@gmail.com   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

Sober Toolbox 6: (Mindset) Positive or Negative Article can be found on Sobertownpodcast.com on the dropdown menu under Sobriety Blogs/Sober Toolbox. Todd is an Aussie working in the Allied Health and Exercise Field and is also a content creator and contributor to the Sobertown Podcast and to Sobertownpodcast.com website. Todd is a self described introvert. In the first 9 months of meeting him on the I Am Sober platform he only posted 3 times and you'd rarely see a comment from him. But when it comes to having a passion for Sobriety, Todd is a Powerhouse with an amazing mind and mindset! His Blogs (Sober Toolbox, Sobriety Discussions, Your Body On Booze) are full of research, facts and explanations that are unique and amazing! Todd is also narrating his blogs to share on the Sobertown Podcast, eventually you'll be able to hear them all as you read! That's a double dose of learning! Boooom!! In the near future Todd will be doing interviews from other Aussies Down Under! I can't wait!! Thank You Todd for all you do! You are a perfect example how sobriety can bring us out of our comfort zone onto the front lines to fight against addiction!! Onwards Upwards My Friend!!   To contact the author please email soberaustralia@gmail.com   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

Corinna and King discuss the lead up to slips and relapses (and define the difference) They discuss the types of relapse, triggers, warning signs and what you and others can do to help you stay on the right path. Let's take the control back from the addict voice and keep it. ‘Relapse is not part of recovery, it is part of addiction’ Belle Robertson   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

King13 Follows up with Jojo1986 Want to know what happens when two friends on a sober journey get together over coffee and tea for a chat?  Join King13 and Jojo1986 for an engaging and thought provoking follow up discussion from Jojo's interview last month. Their chat covers a range of topics from dealing with emotions after sobriety to Jojo's and King's years working in advertising interest in hiking and camping. It's guaranteed to provide some insight for your sober journey.   What an amazingly amazing conversation!! King13 and Jojo 1986 Thank You soooooo much!!!!!! BOOOOM!!   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com    

Sober Toolbox 5: Eat the Elephant: (OBAAT/ODAAT Article can be found on Sobertownpodcast.com on the dropdown menu under Sobriety Blogs/Sober Toolbox. Todd is an Aussie working in the Allied Health and Exercise Field and is also a content creator and contributor to the Sobertown Podcast and to Sobertownpodcast.com website. Todd is a self described introvert. In the first 9 months of meeting him on the I Am Sober platform he only posted 3 times and you'd rarely see a comment from him. But when it comes to having a passion for Sobriety, Todd is a Powerhouse with an amazing mind and mindset! His Blogs (Sober Toolbox, Sobriety Discussions, Your Body On Booze) are full of research, facts and explanations that are unique and amazing! Todd is also narrating his blogs to share on the Sobertown Podcast, eventually you'll be able to hear them all as you read! That's a double dose of learning! Boooom!! In the near future Todd will be doing interviews from other Aussies Down Under! I can't wait!! Thank You Todd for all you do! You are a perfect example how sobriety can bring us out of our comfort zone onto the front lines to fight against addiction!! Onwards Upwards My Friend!!   To contact the author please email soberaustralia@gmail.com   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

Break_ground rides the Sobertrain with King13 at 175 days sober. She shares about abandonment, self-worth, fear of failure and perfectionism, and how 2 brain surgeries ~12 years apart became her biggest "why". She's grateful for each alcohol- free day. Break_ground! Thank you SO much for having the courage to tell your story to us!! We Appreciate you SO Much!!    No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com