Talksicology

This episode’s guest is Niki DuBois, an advocate, therapist, and eating disorder specialist who works with both adults and adolescents.  Niki talks about her time in recovery, not only for substance use, but for an eating disorder as well.  Nicky says the overlap between the two issues is significant, “more than 50% of people who struggle with an eating disorder struggle with substance u...

Welcome back to the most Ninja Turtle heavy podcast about recovery on the airwaves today. In episode 53 of Talksicology, special guest Tyler Cricchi joins to talk about his journey into sobriety, answering some of the big “then and now” questions since getting clean.    For Tyler, finding his perfect treatment match at Recovery Unplugged was a major turning point. Incorporating music int...

In this episode of Talksicology Joseph and Jason talk about what they thought the future would look like when they were kids. (Spoiler: 2023 is not as much like The Jetsons as you might have hoped.) Musician Ricardo Gonzalez, drummer for Lance Herbstrong, and Chicago Afrobeat Project joins the show to talk about his sobriety and the long road that led him there.   Have you ever been so e...

What is the “Gifted Kid” to “Shitty Kid” Pipeline? Are you crossing your own boundaries, or just “changing your mind?” Is Hallelujah a Christmas song?!     This week TALX hosts contemplate their end of year reflections, discuss service work in the recovery community, and prematurely celebrate Talksicology’s 1 year anniversary!  Guest Ben Irwin, clinical manager for Recovery Unp...

n this episode, Jason and Joseph talk with American actress, singer, and model Kathleen Bradley from Los Angeles, California. Kathleen is best known for her role as Mrs. Parker in the 1995 movie Friday. She was also the first Black model on Price is Right.   After high school, Kathleen moved to LA to make it in show business. She entered beauty pageants and, in 1971, won the title of Miss Bla...

On this episode, Jason and Joseph talk with Marcus Sanchez, from Austin, Texas. Marcus is a person in recovery and the Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Ashwell Clinic, which specializes in sexual health and wellness.   Marcus grew up in Palacios, Texas. A chaotic homelife laid the foundation for his story. Marcus’ perseverance proves that no matter what you’re going through, t...

On this episode, the hosts talk with Carrie Smith, co-founder of Brightside Sober Living in Austin, Texas. Carrie has been sober since 2006 and is a notable fixture in the Austin recovery community.   Carrie grew up outside Houston, Texas, in a two-bedroom trailer with her parents and 4 siblings. She recalls a lot of drinking in her family. Her childhood memories start to become clearer aroun...

This week on Talksicology, the guys welcome Larry Mosley!  Larry is our first guest to commute in from out of town. Joseph met Larry many years ago in Kerrville Texas and started the journeys of early recovery together. The episode begins with them recounting their time together and reminiscing on the joys and simplicities of that time. From here, Larry begins to share his personal recovery s...

This week on Talksicology, our hosts welcome Jason Adams! Jason opens up about his childhood; dealing with a narcissistic father, learning how to lie to avoid consequences, and finding solace in martial arts. Unfortunately, Jason ended up breaking his ankle and this lead him down a dark road. This was the beginning of his downward spiral; at only 10 years old he was spending most of his time on th...

This week on Talksicology, Jason and Joseph welcome Nic Ballejo!  Nic is an Addiction Professional that has been working in the industry for over a decade. He is currently a business development specialist at The Arbor Behavioral Health. The episode begins with the gang discussing video games and EMDR. From here, the hosts explore Nic's early life and personal recovery story. Nic stresses the...

This week on Talksicology we welcome Ashley Armstrong.  Ashley is the Director of Alumni at Recovery Unplugged and person in long term recovery. The episode begins with Ashley discussing her childhood and anxieties with the hosts; recalling growing up and being fearful of speaking up and making friends. As she begins to grow, she ultimately finds experimenting with drugs, alcohol and acting o...

This week on Talksicology we both celebrated Jason's birthday and welcomed his partner, Gabi D, as our guest on the show!    Gabi is a person in long term recovery and digital marketing aficionado. The conversation begins with Gabi recounting her private catholic school experience and growing up under high pressure expectations set forth by the administration. During this time she also e...

This week on Talksicology, Jason and Joseph welcome the one and only David Mora! 👏🎙   David is a member of the Austin recovery community and one of our Alumni Coordinators at Recovery Unplugged. The hosts and David discuss his early years and his evolution into an adult struggling with substance abuse. David recounts being in the closet, dealing with anxiety, and ultimately becoming his true...

This week on Talksicology, Jason and Joseph welcome Jason "Jay" Amato. 👏👏   This was a truly remarkable recovery story. The conversation begins with Jay discussing his early years and the transition from experimentation and partying to full blown abuse and addiction. Jay recalls his multiple attempts at treatment centers and 12 step club houses which ultimately came up short. However, Jay d...

This week on Talksicology, Jason and Joseph interviewed Carlos Truan.   Carlos is a tattoo artist based in Austin, Texas. Outside of his career, he is a person in long-term recovery (over a decade!) and a father. During their discussion, Carlos recounts his battle with heroin and crack addiction. In order to sustain his expensive habit, he had resorted to involving himself in organized c...

Sep 15, 2022 This week on Talksicology, our in-studio adventures continue!   Jason and Joseph begin by discussing the gifts of recovery and the consequences of relapse. They reflect on their gratitude for their current positions in life while recognizing that one bad decision could take it all away. They then welcome our guest this week, Kyle Swiatlowski. Kyle is a person in long term re...

Sep 8, 2022 New look, new guests, same hosts, same compelling conversation(s)!  This week on Talksicology, Jason and Joseph discuss their transition into our new in-studio format. Learn the origin story of this production as well as some additional background information on our hosts. As always, they talk recovery and solution as well.   We hope to continue find our way onto your de...

Tune in this week for a special announcement from our fearless hosts, Joseph Gorordo and Jason Cabello! It has been a wonderful ride, but things are about to change permanently...

This week on Talksicology, our hosts Jason Cabello and Joseph Gorordo are eager to welcome Eric Button! Eric has been in recovery for nearly two decades and has over 10 years of professional experience working within the industry. Join us this week as we discuss the science behind long-term treatment and the potential benefits to expect as a patient. https://www.facebook.com/jayandericshow https:/...

This week on Talksicology we are excited to welcome Marshall Geisser! This production may not even exist if it wasn't for Marshall; he is one of the Co-Founders of Recovery Unplugged. However, he was saving lives for years before our inception. Marshall is an attorney by trade and was instrumental in the creation of drug court programs in Broward County, Florida. He continues to serve the members...

This week on Talksicology, our hosts Joseph Gorordo and Jason Cabello are eager to welcome Jeff Gould! Jeff is the author of "A Life Concussed" and the founder of Labor of Love Intervention. He developed a delivery of care for those who suffer from CTE, TBI, or stroke in addition to substance use disorder. His program has gone nationwide serving veterans, athletes, and people with permanent injuri...

This week on Talksicology we are eager to welcome our very own Jonny Phillip! Jonny is a person in long term recovery and a cornerstone of our Nashville facility. Every day, Jonny ensures that the alumni of our programs are safe, sober, and ultimately finding lives of fulfillment. In addition to this role, Jonny is also a member of our in-house band that plays for our community every Friday during...

This week on Talksicology, Joseph Gorordo and Jason Cabello, are excited to welcome Shannon Larkin and Naomi Fabricant. Shannon is the drummer for the American rock band, Godsmack. He is also a person in long term recovery. Off the stage, the band is involved with a non-profit organization known as The Scars Foundation. This organization raises awareness and provides resources to those suffering f...

Join our hosts, Joseph Gorordo and Jason Cabello, as they sit down or a very special conversation with Tony Trevino. Tony shares with us his experience with a recent relapse, getting back into recovery, and coming to terms with stigma from the recovery community.

Join us as our hosts, Joseph Gorordo and Jason Cabello, sit down with Recovery Scientist Austin McNeill Brown to discuss stigmatizing language, public policy, and recovery.