#addictionawareness #addictionrecovery #soberlife In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, host Drew sits down with Mike Marshall, CEO of the U.S. Alcohol Policy Alliance, to unpack a raw, honest journey from addiction to advocacy.Mike shares how early exposure to alcohol, unresolved childhood trauma, and the drinking culture in politics shaped his relationship with substances. What began with alcohol escalated to ecstasy and eventually meth, leading to severe consequences that forced a turning point. Mike opens up about checking into treatment, navigating a broken healthcare system, and the long road to lasting sobriety.This conversation goes beyond personal recovery. Mike dives deep into the hidden dangers of alcohol, including its links to cancer, violence, and public health harm, and explains why alcohol is often more dangerous and more normalized than illicit drugs. Together, Drew and Mike explore how America’s relationship with alcohol impacts families, communities, and policy, and what can be done to change it.If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol addiction, meth addiction, substance abuse, or mental health, this episode offers real hope, real truth, and real solutions.🎧 Topics Covered:Alcohol addiction and early childhood traumaThe culture of drinking in politicsEcstasy as a gateway drug to methMeth addiction and rapid consequencesAccessing treatment and recovery resourcesBuilding a support system for sobrietyAlcohol, cancer risk, and public health mythsChanging America’s relationship with alcohol⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Mike Marshall and His Journey02:06 Early Experiences with Alcohol and Trauma04:27 The Transition to Harder Drugs07:02 Coming Out and Its Impact on Addiction09:29 The Politics of Addiction and Work Culture11:34 The Shift to Meth and Its Consequences16:18 The Decision to Seek Treatment19:20 Challenges in Accessing Treatment22:30 Navigating the Healthcare System28:42 The Journey to Sobriety40:27 Advice for Those Starting Sobriety43:12 Changing America’s Relationship with Alcohol💬 Powerful Quotes:🗣️ “I was drunk every night. I liked it.”🗣️ “I checked myself into a 28-day treatment center.”🗣️ “I was high on ecstasy and I was off to the races.”📩 Want to Share Your Story?If you’ve struggled with addiction, alcoholism, meth use, recovery, or sobriety and want to share your experience on the podcast, we want to hear from you.

📧 Email: thesoberfixpodcast@gmail.com🌐 Website: www.thesoberfixpodcast.com🎵 TikTok: @thesoberfix📸 Instagram: @thesoberfixpodcastYour story could save a life.🏛️ About Mike Marshall & The U.S. Alcohol Policy AllianceMike Marshall is the CEO of the U.S. Alcohol Policy Alliance, an organization dedicated to reducing alcohol-related harm through education, advocacy, and policy reform.🌐 Learn more: www.alcoholpolicy.org🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations about addiction, recovery, mental health, and sobriety.👍 Like & share to help break the stigma and spread hope.

#addictionawareness #addictionrecovery #soberlife In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, Marci Hopkins shares her incredible journey from a life controlled by alcohol addiction to celebrating 10 years of sobriety. Marci opens up about the darkest moments of her addiction, the wake-up calls that changed everything, and how recovery, spirituality, and community helped her rebuild her life.We dive deep into:Alcohol addiction and recoveryWhat finally made sobriety stickThe power of the 12-step programFinding purpose after addictionBreaking generational cyclesHelping others heal through lived experienceThis episode is packed with hope for anyone struggling with addiction, newly sober, or supporting a loved one in recovery. If you’re asking yourself “Is recovery possible for me?” — this conversation is proof that it is.🔔 WANT TO SHARE YOUR STORY?If you’re in recovery and want to share your story on The Sober Fix Podcast, we want to hear from you. Your experience could help save a life.🌐 Website: www.thesoberfixpodcast.com📧 Email: thesoberfixpodcast@gmail.comFollow & connect:TikTok: @thesoberfixInstagram: @thesoberfixpodcast🌟 GUEST: MARCI HOPKINSMarci Hopkins is a recovery advocate, speaker, author, and creator dedicated to helping others heal, wake up, and find clarity in sobriety.🌐 Website: https://wakeupwithmarci.com/📸 Instagram: @wake_up_with_marci📺 YouTube: @wakeupwithmarci📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wakeupwithmarci/📚 Books by Marci Hopkins:Chaos to Clarity: Seeing The Signs and Breaking The CyclesWake Up You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety💪 SOBER COACHING WITH JOSH WOLLLooking for one-on-one support in sobriety? Josh Woll is a sober coach who previously shared his powerful story on The Sober Fix Podcast and now helps others build sustainable, alcohol-free lives.🔥 Get 30% OFF sober coaching packagesUse code SOBERFIX at checkout👉 Sign up here: https://reset.thesobercreative.com/If you’re struggling, stuck, or ready to level up your recovery, coaching can be a game changer.👍 SUPPORT THE CHANNELIf this episode helped you, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to help us reach more people who are still struggling. Share this episode with someone who needs hope today.Recovery is possible. You are not broken. And you are not alone.

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In this powerful episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, Drew sits down with Colton Henderson, host of the Broken Chain Podcast, to share his raw and unfiltered journey through meth addiction, fentanyl addiction, and recovery. Colton opens up about starting meth at a young age, how his addiction escalated to injecting meth, and eventually cooking meth while fully immersed in the dangerous lifestyle that comes with it. He talks honestly about staying awake for days at a time, experiencing meth-induced psychosis, paranoia, and the mental toll that addiction took on his life.As his addiction progressed, Colton turned to fentanyl, pushing him even closer to losing everything. In a powerful turning point, Colton and his partner made the decision to get sober together, proving that with the right motivation, a couple can recover side by side.

Today, Colton says he’s “addicted to recovery.” He’s committed his life to sharing his story, breaking the chains of addiction, and helping others through his YouTube channel @brokenchainpodcast.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone struggling with:

Meth addiction

Fentanyl addiction

Substance abuse

Recovery and sobriety

Couples getting sober together

Life after addiction

Real recovery stories

If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this episode brings hope, honesty, and real-world recovery experience.

🎙️ GUEST INFORMATION – COLTON HENDERSON📺 YouTube: @brokenchainpodcast

📧 Email: chasidycolton@gmail.com

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