The ClearlyWell Podcast

​In today's episode of the ClearlyWell Podcast, we delve into the intricate and controversial history of Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family's pivotal role in the opioid epidemic. We also explore how these real-life events are mirrored in the fictional narrative of Season 4 of the Amazon Prime series  Goliath , where the storyline centers around a pharmaceutical company named Zax Pharma.​ Purdue...

In this episode of  The ClearlyWell Podcast , host Elizabeth McKeon welcomes Mike Oxley, a subject matter expert in mental health and addiction, to explore the long-standing and complex relationship between the two. Mike brings not only professional insight but also lived experience that fuels his passion for advocacy. Mike shares how his time spent incarcerated became a pivotal turning point in u...

🎙️  Today’s Guest on The ClearlyWell Podcast: Pam Brooks Crump We’re honored to welcome  Pam Brooks Crump , the creator of  MonarchTransformationTrainings.com , to the show. Pam is a leading expert in  nervous system regulation , helping individuals develop powerful strategies to  manage stress, enhance meaningful connections , and  build lasting resilience . Pam is also a person in  long-term rec...

🎙️  Welcome back to The ClearlyWell Podcast, where I bring clarity to the most pressing mental health challenges of our time. Today, we’re diving into a critical and often misunderstood issue—Teen Substance Use Disorder. As adolescence is a time of exploration and growth, it’s also a period of vulnerability, making young people particularly susceptible to the dangers of substance misuse. With data...

In today’s episode of The ClearlyWell Podcast, Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino shares his powerful journey to recovery. Once struggling with addiction and legal troubles, including a prison sentence, Mike has transformed his life into one of advocacy and hope. He discusses his path to sobriety, his podcast Here’s The Sitch, and his work with The Archangel Centers, a treatment facility dedicated to...

In this powerful episode of   The Clearly Well Podcast, we sit down with  Avery Nix , also known as  The Recovery Speaker  on Instagram, to dive deep into the topic of  self-sabotage . Avery candidly shares his personal journey through recovery and how self-destructive patterns often stand in the way of growth and healing. Through raw honesty and real-life experiences, Avery breaks down the mindse...

In todays short sesh I cover the tragic story of Whitney Houstons death. In 2022, People Magazine revisited the tragic death of Whitney Houston, highlighting that on February 11, 2012, the iconic singer was found unresponsive in the bathtub of her suite at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, just a day before the Grammy Awards. She was pronounced dead at 3:55 p.m. local time. An autopsy determined that her...

Welcome to  The ClearlyWell Podcast , where we explore mental health, and its relationship to substance use disorder. I welcome you to listen into the journey to a healthier mind and body. In today’s episode, we’re diving into an important but often misunderstood topic— food addiction . The question is....is it a TRUE addiction. We invite you to weigh in at the clearlywellpodcast@gmail.com Many pe...

In Season 2, Episode 3 of the  ClearlyWell Podcast , John Roquemore shares his inspiring story of long-term recovery. His testimony is a candid exploration of the trials, lessons, and triumphs of overcoming addiction and mental health challenges. John delves into the struggles he faced, including moments of despair, and reflects on what true recovery means. His story serves as a beacon of hope for...

Our special guest, Heather C., shares her incredible journey of recovery. Trigger Warning:  This episode discusses topics of physical and sexual abuse. Heather’s story is one of resilience and transformation. She is now in long-term recovery after overcoming challenges including incarceration. Heather’s success was made partially possible through the program in the Accountability Courts of North G...

story that highlights the strength and resilience of the human spirit. In Episode 1, we’re honored to feature Tim Snyder, a remarkable individual whose testimony to recovery is nothing short of transformative. Tim’s journey through the challenges of addiction and mental health struggles to a place of hope and renewal is a story that will resonate deeply with anyone who has ever faced adversity. As...

Welcome to Episode 71 of the Talkin’ Trash Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving deep into some of the most pressing issues in the addiction and recovery world. Our guest today is Elizabeth McKeon, a dedicated advocate and expert in the field of addiction recovery. Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience and insight, having worked tirelessly to support individuals and families navigating the chal...

In todays super short sesh, we hash out a touchy subject on Marijuana. The concept of marijuana as a "gateway drug" is debated, with arguments on both sides, so let's dive into the pros and cons of this perspective: Potential Path to Harder Substances : Some research suggests that early marijuana use, particularly in adolescents, may increase the likelihood of experimenting with more harmful drugs...

In todays short sesh, I delve into medication assisted treatment. Although some practitioners as well as lay people believe that medication assisted treat for SUD is a substitution for drug use or a band aid, I address in this short sesh both sides. The goal of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is to effectively support individuals who struggle with substance use disorders by providing a compreh...

A critical topic! In todays short sesh I delve into the fact that mental health and substance use disorder continue to be treated separately. The division between mental health and substance use disorder treatments is a significant issue, especially given how frequently the two conditions intersect. Many healthcare systems still treat these as separate issues, despite the growing evidence that a d...

On today's episode of the  Clearlywell Podcast , we are honored to have John Mally, a Peer Support Specialist from North Carolina. John's inspiring recovery journey began at just 13 years old, and it has been marked by incredible challenges, including the tragic loss of several family members to overdose and years of incarceration. His story is one of resilience, hope, and transformation. Buckle u...

On today's episode of the  Clearlywell Podcast , we are honored to have John Mally, a Peer Support Specialist from North Carolina. John's inspiring recovery journey began at just 13 years old, and it has been marked by incredible challenges, including the tragic loss of several family members to overdose and years of incarceration. His story is one of resilience, hope, and transformation. Buckle u...

In this "SHORT SESH" of The ClearlyWell Podcast , I take the time to answer email questions, clarify any mistakes from previous episodes, and share important information that's not widely known about substance use disorder and mental health. Today's session focuses on emerging gas station drugs such as  Kratom  and  Tianeptine , which are becoming increasingly available but pose serious health ris...

In todays podcast Kayla describes her journey from what seems as to be a pretty typical childhood, to using substances to numb the onset of her struggles with her mental health. Through Kaylas narrative, you will hear the harsh reality of her recovery as she navigates, mental health struggles, substance use disorder, trouble with law enforcement as she travels back and forth between Florida, Georg...

In todays podcast Kayla describes her journey from what seems as to be a pretty typical childhood, to using substances to numb the onset of her struggles with her mental health. Through Kaylas narrative, you will hear the harsh reality of her recovery as she navigates, mental health struggles, substance use disorder, trouble with law enforcement as she travels back and forth between Florida, Georg...

In todays podcast Kayla describes her journey from what seems as to be a pretty typical childhood, to using substances to numb the onset of her struggles with her mental health. Through Kaylas narrative, you will hear the harsh reality of her recovery as she navigates, mental health struggles, substance use disorder, trouble with law enforcement as she travels back and forth between Florida, Georg...

⸻ Brittany’s Story – Original Episode Narrative Rewrite Brittany’s story doesn’t start the way most people expect an addiction story to begin. It starts when she was 14 years old, sitting across from a provider and receiving her first mental health diagnosis—long before she had the language to understand what that diagnosis meant, or the support to know how to live with it. By the time she was 15,...

Brittany’s story doesn’t start the way most people expect an addiction story to begin. It starts when she was 14 years old, sitting across from a provider and receiving her first mental health diagnosis—long before she had the language to understand what that diagnosis meant, or the support to know how to live with it. By the time she was 15, Brittany was living two very different realities. On th...

In episode two, Ashley continues to recount Erica's journey, culminating in her admission to the ICU with endocarditis from IV drug use, and her tragic passing in 2022. Tragically, there were stigmatizing conversations among the nurses in the first ICU where Erica was treated before her passing. This podcast aims not only to change the language surrounding mental health and substance use disorders...

Today, we welcome Ashley J, who shares the poignant and deeply disturbing story of her sister, Erica. Erica battled substance use disorder from a very young age and also struggled with mental health disorders, which may have been misdiagnosed early on. As we know, mental health issues and substance use disorders often go hand-in-hand. Erica's story highlights this painful reality as she continuous...