Rat Race Stories of Addiction and Recovery

#007 - In this episode, AZ and Jody discuss the importance of structure and routine in overcoming addiction and maintaining sobriety. They reflect on their past experiences, including Jody's training for marathons and AZ's journey in treatment. The pair emphasize the crucial role of accountability, consistency and embracing responsibility for personal growth and progress in the recovery...

#006 - Join Jody and AZ in a captivating conversation about addiction, recovery, and proactive outreach to northern remote communities. Jody recently visited the Bearskin Lake First Nation during their Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week, where he had the opportunity to share his experiences and insights with young members of the community. The talk explores the struggles, concerns, and triumphs encou...

#005 - In this insightful episode, hosts Jody and AZ talk about various measures to reduce alcohol consumption during the holiday season. They discuss the pressure of holiday gatherings and provide effective tools, like having a sober buddy, creating exit strategies and maintaining firm boundaries to sustain sobriety. They remind listeners that it's okay to say no and encourage proactive plan...

#004 - In the second part of Jody's story, he shares an intimate look at his journey through addiction, recovery, and how he turned his life around. From recounting his younger days of frequent drinking to the realization that alcohol was damaging his life and relationships, Jody expresses how he transformed his adversities into opportunities to help others. He also talks about launching a po...

#002 - The discussion is about Jody and AZ sharing their reasons behind initiating a podcast on addiction and recovery, how they conceptualized it as well as their perspective on that struggle. They aim to provide valuable insight and support through shared personal experiences. They delve into their encounter and mutual realization that they would make great partners for the project, shedding lig...

#003 - Jody shares part one of his personal journey with addiction. He talks about his upbringing in Kitchener Waterloo, Ontario, the early exposure to alcohol, and how working in the restaurant and hospitality industry normalized excessive drinking for him. He also elaborates on how alcohol served as a social tool then increasingly became a crutch during life's challenges. Tune in to learn m...

#001 - In the first episode of Rat Race Stories of Addiction and Recovery, hosts Jody and AZ discuss the importance of finding a safe space in the journey of recovery. Jody shares his personal story of sobriety and the opening of his sober cafe, Howl at the Moon. Both hosts express their dedication to providing resources and spaces that support individuals in recovery or struggling with addiction....