Brian Bauer

The Spare Room Podcast

Education EN ↓ 5 episodes

This is the channel for raw, authentic discussion on addiction, recovery, mental health, personal development, worldviews and sprinkle it all with some scripture. My goal is to make each other better by putting out real, honest information from my personal and professional experience, as well as from the experiences of others who have found their way out and now inspire others through H.O.P.E (Hearing Other People's Experiences).

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Brian Bauer

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Ep: 05: Big Pharma and The DOC 19.03.2026 51:51

The prison-industrial complex isn't just about justice—it's a multi-billion dollar racket fueled by systemic greed, pharmaceutical profits, and political corruption. How did we get here, and more importantly, what can we do to dismantle this cycle of exploitation? In this eye-opening episode, host Brian Bauer dives deep into the astonishing history of America's incarceration and healthcare systems...

Ep: 04: Obligation or Calling 11.03.2026 29:18

Most people enter the addiction treatment industry for the right reasons—yet many get it painfully wrong. What actually separates those who succeed from those who burn out or cause harm? On this episode of the Spare Room Podcast, host Brian Bauer reveals the critical truth that many overlook: your core beliefs about recovery and your personal calling are the foundation of lasting impact. Drawing f...

Deceptive Evil 03.03.2026 30:32

Tag someone who needs to hear this! I recently stumbled upon a powerful social experiment that got me thinking about our values and actions in the face of injustice. Just like 2,000 years ago, we still find ourselves caught in the struggle between good and evil. The experiment showed a child being abducted in broad daylight—yet, shockingly, most people just watched, frozen in disbelief. This refle...

It's All Your Fault 26.02.2026 25:46

Episode 1, Pilot. Who am I and why this podcast.... 12.02.2026 27:34

In the very first episode of the Spare Room Podcast, host Brian Bauer introduces the heart behind the show and why it starts in a simple spare room rather than a polished studio. Brian shares his journey through addiction and long-term sobriety, offering raw insight into recovery, personal growth, faith, and the work it takes to change from the inside out. This episode sets the tone for honest con...