The Drunken Worm Podcast

Carl Fessenden, CADC-II, ICADC

Welcome to the Drunken Worm Podcast, each week I will bring you dynamic content that will educate and inspire. This podcast was created to talk with mental health professionals about addiction, recovery, and their own personal stories that can inspire us to become better people and live healthier lives.

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EP: 002 - 8 Ways we can better our mental state and be successful with our recovery!

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09/02/21 • 30 min

In this episode I discuss 8 Ways we can better our mental state and be successful with our recovery. I dive in to the Smartrecovery.org blog with the help of Julie Myers, Psy.D., MSCP and talk about different things we can do to help improve our mental function, gain better sleep, reduce stress and allow others in to help us stay sane! If you are interested in the content of the blog where I gained this information here's the link.

8 Tips for Successful Addiction Recovery

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EP:039 Steppingstones to Serenity: The Costa Rican Route

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10/07/22 • 51 min

Get set to traverse the enchanting landscapes of Costa Rica, as we sail through a captivating conversation with Justin, our first international guest. Justin, a veteran who found solace and a unique recovery path in this tropical paradise, takes us on a journey marked by resilience, discovery, and personal growth. From navigating through the contrasting cultures on the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, to uncovering the potential of community care in a foreign land, Justin's experiences paint a vivid picture of his life in Costa Rica.
As a North Star in the recovery landscape, the veteran's treatment center run by a former Vietnam Green Beret holds a special place in Justin's story. He shares the striking dichotomy between the US VA services and the holistic community care network in Costa Rica. Beyond therapies and treatments, Justin's story is enriched by unforgettable friendships, heartening encounters, and the power of acceptance.
Ever fancied a peek into the routine of a 90-day training program in the serene backdrop of Costa Rica? Justin offers a detailed narrative, emphasizing the vital role of healthy living as an integral facet of the recovery process. Our interaction takes a breezy turn as Justin tackles rapid-fire questions, divulging his perceptions about work, leisure, and strength. We wrap up our chat gleaming with plans to extend support to fellow veterans through the Reach program, and a delightful tale of Justin's latest addition - a baby sloth! Tune in for an episode brimming with inspiration, personal insights, and the irresistible charm of Costa Rica.
https://costaricarecovery.net/

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EP:025 Matt Ganem the poet and CEO of Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center

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02/15/22 • 60 min

I talk to Matt about how writing allowed him to set himself free from addiction. Matt is a force to be reckoned with in the recovery community. Like Darth Vader, he crushes anything that stands in his way of his sobriety.
Matt Ganem Social Links: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
Instagram and twitter @MattGanem_Poet
Aftermath Addiction Treatment Center:
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Web Site
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EP:023 Do you get my drift? How to get from point A to B.

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02/04/22 • 67 min

Join Jennifer and I as we talk about keeping our New Years resolutions and achieving your goals!! How to get from point A to B. For more information:
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EP:014 A day of thanks-giving with Simon Apex and the Queen "B".

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11/26/21 • 84 min

On this episode, 14, we are LIVE in the studio of the legendary Simon Apex and his lovely wife The Queen "B"! Hear their stories and struggles with substance use and abuse that is so prevalent within the rave community. Over the years Simon has developed into one of the USA and UK's premier UK Hardcore producers and DJ. Now Simon has joined forces with his lovely wife and they rejuvenated the record label, SSU Recordings. Hear how both of their journeys have brought them into sobriety and have helped their thriving record label with phenomenal talent based out of the US and UK. This is one episode that you will not want to miss as we go deep into the underground! If you have gotten to the next episode you have gone too far!!
For more info on SSU Recordings, including artist bios, newest tracks, DJ mixes, merchandise and more visit: SSU Recordings Home

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EP:013 Doc Marty shares how holistic recovery helps us thrive beyond addiction

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11/19/21 • 84 min

Join Dr. Marty LaJoie, Psy.D., and I as we explore the in and outs of holistic recovery. Learn about his newest project and how it can help you enrich your mind, body and soul! Get started with your free e-book so you cannot just survive, but thrive beyond addiction.
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5 in 5 Part 2, Be physically active

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04/01/22 • 12 min

Being active is not only great for your physical health and fitness. Evidence also shows it can also improve your mental wellbeing by:

raising your self-esteem
helping you to set goals or challenges and achieve them
causing chemical changes in your brain which can help to positively change your mood
find free activities to help you get fit
if you have a disability or long-term health condition, find out about getting active with a disability
start running with our couch to 5k podcasts
find out how to start swimming, cycling or dancing
find out about getting started with exercise

Find out more about getting active

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EP:024 Dr. Youssef talks about culture and the stigma of addiction

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02/08/22 • 55 min

This week I talk with Dr. Youssef about culture and the stigma of addiction. Dr. Youssef was my first guest on episode 03. Please welcome him back to the show.
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EP:041 The Soberverse: A Deep Dive into Technology-Enabled Recovery Tools

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03/07/23 • 41 min

You'll be amazed at the innovative ways technology and addiction recovery can intersect. Join me and my esteemed guest, Dr. Jay from the Soberverse, as we traverse the complex terrain of contingency management in addiction recovery and how Sobercoin, a groundbreaking cryptocurrency, is transforming the recovery journey by rewarding sobriety.
Have you ever considered how radically different international approaches to drug use and addiction are? We take a deep-dive into the revolutionary measures adopted by Portugal and the new schemes being implemented stateside. Stay tuned as we tackle the controversial debate surrounding drug use and its impact on clean time and spiritual growth. Drawing from the experiences of Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, we shed light on the exploration of psychedelic substances in the pursuit of sobriety.
We wrap up the discussion by evaluating the current state of treatment centers, drug courts, and the criminal justice system. Together with Dr. Jay, we reflect on how these avenues can better serve those battling addiction. The show emphasizes the power of connection, cementing its role as the cornerstone of recovery. This episode is an enlightening conversation that seamlessly merges the worlds of technology and addiction recovery, redefining conventional notions and approaches. Tune in and bolster your knowledge about the intricacies of the recovery journey.

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EP:020 HAPPY 20th episode!!! Ashley Grimes is in the studio.

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01/14/22 • 78 min

Join Ashley Grimes, president of NAMI Florida, a person in long term recovery, co host of Recovery Revolution LIVE and MORE!!
Ashley Grimes is the President of NAMI Florida and a Board Member of the Volusia Recovery Alliance. She is also a State Organizer for the Florida Recovery Advocacy Project, and a member of both the Project Management Institute and the Institute of Managerial Accountants.

Ashley is a native Floridian born in Daytona Beach. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Project Management from Colorado Technical University and is currently enrolled at Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College in their 64th Professional MBA Class. She is a Certified Associate of Project Management (CAPM,) Project Management Professional (PMP,) and a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist. She currently works as a Project Assistant for a long-standing local general contractor.

Ashley lives as a person in long term recovery from co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. She shows that recovery is possible, and that people in recovery can thrive and add tremendous value to their communities.

Ashley is a strong advocate for recovery friendly workplaces, recovery oriented systems of care, trauma Informed criminal justice systems, recovery schools, peer support services, and has a deep respect for law enforcement.
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