Addict II Athlete Podcast

Today Coach Blu speaks to Ultra Runner Ben Light . Ben has been a  supporter of Team AIIA for many years and today speaks on life lessons he has learned while running and living a goal-oriented lifestyle. Ben has a very inspiring racing career and has utilized every mindset to better his mindset, his emotional and spiritual connections, and demonstrate to himself that we are stronger than we think...

Today's podcast hosted by 15-year-old Savannah Robinson takes a deep dive into how feelings of acceptance, fitting in, and the fear of rejection can play into your self-worth. Information for youth and adults will open lines of communication, compassion, and love.  Did you know that with as little as $2 a month you can have access to all the bonus content we offer? Help us continue to create podca...

Holidays can always be very stressful specifically if there's been any family turbulence in the past due to unresolved issues or that have accumulated through your addiction. On today's podcast Coach Blu discusses how to navigate these holidays, the emotions that come with them, and how to understand the feelings that are typical during family gatherings.  Did you know that with as little as $2 a...

Today Coach Blu interviews AIIA Certified Recovery Coach Tara Butson as she speaks about her own recovery journey, her desire to turn the mess of addiction into a powerful message of sobriety in Telluride, Colorado. Coach Butson and her husband have created the San Juan Outdoor Adventures company and with the beautiful backdrop of the Colorado mountains, she utilizes those aspects with the AIIA Te...

In today's episode of One on One with Coach Blu, we welcome Jarom Thurston in the studio to take calls and answer questions about stress management, winter running, being mindful about your own emotional stability, and much more.  Did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have access to all the bonus content we offer? Help us continue to create podcasts and YouTube videos by becoming...

These days, teenagers seem to deal with a lot more emotional stress than ever before. From bullying, to teen addiction, to suicide, they carry a ton of emotional baggage to handle on their own. Today on the minor-league podcast Savannah interviews Danny Lundell, a local high school counselor, and social worker. Listen as they discuss how to access assistance, what is offered, and how to break thro...

Listen to one on one with Coach Blu as we discuss some of the emotional turbulence that has been felt over the past several weeks. Coach Blu read several questions from listeners, and we take several calls consisting of how to maintain recovery and sobriety in an emotionally unstable climate. Did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have access to all the bonus content we offer? Help...

Today's podcast features the topic of forgiveness. What is forgiveness, how do I learn to forgive, is there really such a belief as forgiving and forget? There are so many aspects to forgiveness, that it is difficult to lock in on one specific way and there are really no set steps to accomplish it. Anyone who has suffered emotionally knows that when our inner world has been damaged, it's difficult...

Today's Minor-League Podcast with 14-year-old host Savannah Robinson takes a deep dive into teenage emotional intelligence, adult understanding of teenage needs, and how to establish an emotionally safe environment so that you can have strong, emotional conversations with your loved ones. Learn how to build healthy relationships with courage and vulnerability. Listen as she speaks about her experi...

Listen to this week's One on One With Coach Blu as we take international calls and recount ultrarunner, Chris Norris, as he embarked and completed a 100-mile race across Japan. We discuss family systems and healthy interactions while maintaining emotional safety and we take questions live on the air. Hey Team, did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have access to all the bonus cont...

Is relapse a part of your recovery? The answer may surprise you. On today's podcast Coach Blu and athletic director Marissa discuss all things relapse. While relapse has long been viewed as part of recovery, for some drugs, it can be very dangerous—even deadly. Learn about how the team approaches a relapse, identifies if sobriety has lost its purpose and how to create a comeback if you find yourse...

Today on the minor-league podcast Savannah and Coach Blu discuss faith. Listen as they discuss spirituality, religion, and relationships. In a world that is becoming less and less faith inducing and more fear-based, this podcast will assist you in understanding the importance of faith-building experiences and teenage relationships.  Did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have acces...

Today's episode One on One with Coach Blu focuses on fear, a response to it why it affects us, and how to cope with it. We take several calls about fear and give some parental advice to a listener in need. Hey Team, did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have access to all the bonus content we offer? Help us continue to create podcasts and YouTube videos by becoming a Patreon Suppo...

Today Coach Blu speaks to Mishka Shubaly , ultra runner, author, singer/songwriter, comedian, Yale professor, and dear friend of Coach David Clark . Following Coach Blu's attendance at Coach Clark's memorial, he listened to The We Are Superman and Rich Roll podcast and learned more about Mishka and his influence in the recovery world. Mishka is an accomplished writer, having published 6 books on a...

On this weeks episode of One on One with Coach Blu, listen as we discussed the Purdue pharmaceutical lawsuit, speak about accountability on several different angles in recovery as well as introduce the program to a new artist. This weekly show has something new to talk about each week! Hey Team, did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have access to all the bonus content we offer? H...

Today Coach Blu interviews Kathy Nay as she recounts her daughter's life and struggles with addiction. Kathy has lived what loved one's often fear the most. As a result, she has not remained silent. Kathy has increased her understanding of overdose and addiction. She has assisted with community awareness around Naloxone and helps other families when they lose a family member to addiction.  Hey Tea...

Today on the minor league, Savannah and Coach Blu discuss establishing identities. From Eric Erickson's stages of development, teenagers age 13-19 find themselves in the developmental stage identity versus role confusion. Listen as Coach Blu and Savannah discuss how to form an identity, attributes of establishing your inner self and, how to become more mindful of who you authentically are. Hey Tea...

Today on One on One With Coach Blu, callers talk about supporting loved ones during emotional turbulence, supporting the family when a loved one leaves detox, and choosing to see the good during the bad times.   Hey Team, did you know that with as little as $5 a month you can have access to all the bonus content we offer? Help us continue to create podcasts and YouTube videos by becoming a Patreon...

It's important to know the cycle of addiction and its stages so medical professionals, therapists, friends, and family can support you. So many of us are vulnerable to addiction and addiction differs from person to person.  Family systems and individuals are impacted by mental health, trauma, family history, and genetic factors of addiction so we sometimes place a lot of trust in the professionals...

It isn't always easy to know what is normal and what is depression. Today's podcast offers some insight into how you can recognize the signs and symptoms and the best help. The teen years can be extremely tough and depression affects teenagers far more often than many of us realize. In fact, it's estimated that one in five adolescents from all walks of life will suffer from depression at some poin...

Today on the one on one call-in show with Coach Blu, Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa talk about building healthy relationships and self-identifying mechanisms that allow change from within. Help us continue to create podcasts and YouTube videos by becoming a Patreon Supporter.

Athletes take your mark, get set, we have achieved our 100th episode! We are excited to invite you to listen to our 100th episode of the Addict II Athlete's podcast. Listen as we discuss the experiences we've had, the guests we've been able to bring on the show, and a lot of memories over the past several years. We are bringing this podcast to you the listener. We thank you all for listening and i...

Today on the minor-league podcast Savannah and Coach Blu talk about establishing priorities. Life requires a lot of attention in both our teenagers and adult's lives. Listen as Coach Blu and Savannah discuss how setting priorities will help navigate stressful times. Help us continue to create podcasts and YouTube videos by becoming a Patreon Supporter.

Today on One on One With Coach Blu we give a full-court press talking points on Al-Anon, PAWS, character versus reputation, and miracles abound. Coach reads questions and offers advice to listeners.  Help us continue to create podcasts and YouTube videos by becoming a Patreon Supporter.

Today coach Blu interviews Brian Shellabarger about nutrition, the next step that needs to be followed in recovery to get yourself to another level of health and long-term wellness. Listen as we discuss Brian's weight loss story, what he learned about diet, nutrition, and health in general. Nutrition is overlooked often in the world of recovery and has a great deal to offer when knowledge is appli...