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Why do we keep going back to drugs or alcohol — even when we swear we’re done?

In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom, Ben, and Jeff dive deep into the uncomfortable truth: for many, addiction becomes worship. It’s not just about the substances — it’s about what we’re running from, what we’re trying to fill, and the void that only a higher power or spiritual awakening can heal.

Jeff, from Reprieve Treatment Center, shares his personal story of overdose, survival, and discovering true freedom in recovery. The guys discuss detox myths, the emotional and spiritual roots of addiction, and how to finally find peace without drugs.

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We are discussing alcohol treatment. What to know and how to MAKE SURE you get what you need.

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Fifteen years. Zero drinks. Thousands of days in recovery.

In this special episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom reflects on what it takes to reach a milestone few ever see: 15 years of continuous sobriety.

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Most people think alcoholism is easy to spot — heavy drinking, blackouts, or DUIs. But the truth is, some of the most dangerous signs are the subtle ones you’re probably missing.

In this video, I break down five hidden signs of alcoholism that don’t always get talked about but can completely change the way you view addiction. These are the red flags I’ve seen over and over again working with individuals and families for years in the recovery field — and you may even recognize one of them in yourself or someone you love.

👤 I’m Tom Conrad — 15 years sober and co-host of the Real Recovery Talk podcast. I’ve spent my career helping people and families understand addiction, get treatment, and rebuild their lives.

📌 In this video, you’ll learn: The subtle behaviors that reveal hidden alcoholism Why these signs are often missed until it’s too late

What to do if you recognize them in yourself or a loved one

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Mattie Johnson, a firefighter who was told he would never ride a fire truck again. Why? Because alcohol nearly killed him.

For years, Mattie lived fast — drinking hard, partying, and pushing his limits while working in the fire service. He ignored repeated warnings from doctors: “If you don’t stop drinking, you’re going to die.” The wake-up calls came in the form of multiple ICU visits, coughing up blood, and finally stage 4 liver failure.

At one point, Maddie accepted that he would drink himself to death. But then, against all odds, he received a life-saving liver transplant, and chose recovery.

This is a raw, unfiltered story of:

• 🚒 Fire service culture & alcoholism

• 💉 Near-death experiences from alcohol abuse

• 🩸 Facing liver failure & a transplant

• 🙏 Finding purpose, sobriety, and a second chance

If you or someone you love is battling alcoholism, Maddie’s story proves that even from the edge of death, recovery is possible.

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom and Ben sit down with Franchesca, who shares her powerful story of getting clean without traditional addiction treatment. After multiple failed attempts at rehab, Franchesca found recovery in the rooms of a 12-step fellowship — and she’s been clean for 13 years.

This conversation dives into her early struggles, being a teen mom, losing and regaining custody of her son, detoxing without medical help, and how community, surrender, and honesty saved her life. Whether you’re in recovery yourself or walking alongside a loved one, this story is a reminder that there isn’t just one way to get sober.

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In today’s episode, Erik takes us through A Vision For You from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

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