The Party Wreckers: Addiction Intervention for Families

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. What happens when the soothing glow of screens becomes a dangerous escape hatch for our children's emotions? In this revealing episode, addiction interventionist Matt Brown tackles the increasingly alarming phenomenon of screen addiction sweeping through younger generations. Drawing from groundbreaking research published in the Journal...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. The guilt of setting boundaries. The manipulation tactics. The late-night jail calls begging for bail money. When you love someone struggling with addiction, these painful scenarios become all too familiar – and navigating them without a roadmap feels impossible. Matt Brown, seasoned interventionist and recovering addict, pulls back the curt...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. When it seems like everyone on social media is criticizing 12-step programs, where can you find the truth about what really works for addiction recovery? Matt Brown dives into groundbreaking Stanford University research that examined 35 studies involving 10,080 participants to answer a simple question: Does Alcoholics Anonymous actually work...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. What happens when love becomes a shield that prevents necessary growth? In this powerful episode, Matt Brown examines the complex psychology behind enabling behaviors and offers practical strategies for breaking free from destructive patterns that keep both families and their addicted loved ones stuck. Drawing from over two decades of experi...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Ever wondered why addiction interventions sometimes fall apart, even when everyone wants the same outcome? In this powerful episode, addiction interventionist Matt Brown tackles the vital role of family unity when helping someone struggling with substance use. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal recovery experience, Matt re...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. What if everything you thought you knew about addiction recovery was wrong? In this eye-opening episode, addiction interventionist Matt Brown tackles five crucial questions that families repeatedly ask when trying to help a loved one struggling with substance use. The myth of "rock bottom" gets thoroughly debunked as Matt explains...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Matt shares findings from a comprehensive National Institutes of Health study revealing why doctors struggle to treat addiction effectively and the alarming gap between those who need help and those who receive it. • 81% of doctors cite lack of institutional support as the main barrier to treating addiction • 74% of physicians acknowledge in...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Some of the information in this episode was taken from my good friend Ben Cort, author of "Weed, Inc."  If you want to learn more from him, please reference his Ted Talks: https://www.ted.com/talks/ben_cort_what_commercialization_is_doing_to_cannabis The modern marijuana landscape has undergone a radical transformation that few peo...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. The question Matt Brown hears most frequently in his work as an addiction interventionist is deceptively simple yet profoundly challenging: "How do I get my loved one to accept help?" In this powerful return episode of the Party Wreckers podcast, Brown draws from decades of experience to provide families with practical, compassiona...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Layne LoMaglio's journey from addiction to recovery is as inspiring as it is cautionary, and his story begins with a box of wine at age 12. This episode promises to unravel the complexities of mental health struggles and the winding path to sobriety. Join us as Layne shares his personal battle with clinical depression and self-harm, alo...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Can the holiday season be a catalyst for change? Discover a perspective that challenges the conventional wisdom of delaying recovery efforts for loved ones struggling with addiction. This episode sheds light on the misconception that suicide rates skyrocket during the holidays—while depression does increase, suicides do not. You'll lear...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Denise Klein, co-owner and executive director of Milestones Ranch in Malibu, CA reveals her transformative career switch and her personal recovery from codependency. With over 35 years of social work experience, Denise passionately discusses the importance of addressing family systems and underlying dynamics to foster lasting recovery. Her u...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Tune into this episode of the Party Wreckers podcast, where we promise you'll gain invaluable insights into the multifaceted world of interventionist training. We're giving you an exclusive preview of our upcoming event in Birmingham, Alabama, and sharing practical tips on blending various intervention models to cater to unique fam...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Join Matt Brown and Sam Davis as they dive into an inspiring interview with Carrie Bates , a three-time gold medalist from the 1984 Summer Olympics. Carrie shares how her older brother's passion for swimming ignited her Olympic dreams and recounts the pivotal moments that shaped her journey toward international success. This intimate co...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Do you wonder how to truly support a loved one battling addiction? This episode of the Party Wreckers podcast promises to equip you with some tools and insights you need to make a real difference. We kick things off as we dive into our newly launched virtual family support group , Intervention On Call, which offers a free, solution-focused s...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Catch our exciting announcement about the upcoming intervention and admissions training in Birmingham, Alabama this October! Curious about the key questions to ask when seeking addiction treatment for a loved one? We discuss the importance of effective training and how families can better understand recovery and clinical modalities. Discover...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. This episode we embark on an invigorating discussion about the trials of technology, the liberation of releasing grudges, and the transformative power of gratitude. Our conversation with Adams Pritchard, one of the visionarys behind Impact Recovery , takes center stage as we explore his remarkable journey from the depths of addiction to the...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Embarking on a heartfelt journey through the world of addiction and recovery, Sam arrived in Houston to be inspired by Brené Brown's powerful dialogue on vulnerability and shame. With that energy, we bring you an episode that not only educates but also provides a guiding light for families navigating the intervention process. RuthAnn Ri...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Ever grappled with the heartache of watching a loved one struggle with addiction? We have, and this is why we're bringing our personal and professional take on intervention training live to your ears. Together, Matt Brown and Sam Davis, we're peeling back the layers on intervention techniques and real stories from the front lines o...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. As Matt approaches a personal milestone of 21 years sober, He's reminded of the early days—those tremulous first six months and the life-changing moment he learned he was going to be a father. Join Matt and Sam on a reflective odyssey from shaky beginnings to steadfast sobriety, where we tackle the misconceptions that trip up many newco...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Life's curveballs can knock us off our feet, and sometimes, the only thing to do is share the weight of the experience. Join Matt Brown and  Sam Davis, as we reconnect in an honest conversation on the Party Wreckers podcast, discussing everything from family health scares—like Matt's wife Katie's courageous fight against breas...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. As we journey back from a pause in our podcasting, we bring you a conversation that traverses the intricate terrains of loss, healing, and the unyielding spirit of humanity. Sobriety has reshaped our approach to life's tumultuous waves, and in this heart-to-heart, we lay bare our own stories of finding clarity and closure amidst the gri...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Ever been stuck in a cycle of manipulation and guilt when dealing with a loved one's addiction? Let's blow the lid off of that with our latest episode of The Party Wreckers podcast. Co-hosts Matt Brown and Sam Davis dissect the well-worn concept of getting your loved ones to admit their addiction and change the narrative. It's...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Can you imagine your life spiraling out of control due to addiction and pulling through to the other side? Samantha Cohen, our guest from The Arbor, lived that reality and is here to share her raw and deeply personal journey from addiction to recovery. Her unfiltered story is one of transformation, an honest look at the pain and struggle she...

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. From the throes of addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for others, our esteemed guest, Pej the Interventionist, is here to share his riveting journey. Imagine what it feels like to rise from the ashes of your own struggle, only to become an interventionist. Pej's transformative life story is a testament to resilience and the human sp...