Best Coda Change Podcasts (2025)

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S3 Ep31: Buy Irish honey, save Ireland’s bees, with Aoife Nic Giolla Coda 1:07:54

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Aoife Nic Giolla Coda’s love of beekeeping was passed down from her father, Micheál, who founded Galtee Honey Farm in 1970. When her father neared retirement, Aoife returned home to take over Galtee Honey Farm, determined to continue her family’s work protecting Ireland’s native black bee. Today, Aoife carries on that family legacy, managing more t…

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After the Show: How Mindfulness Can Help Your Recovery 2:50

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv In this After the Show, Damon Frank and Recovered Life contributor Kolleen unpack what mindfulness really looks like once the meeting ends and life begins. They talk about how easy it is to be in recovery but not enjoy recovery — and why slowing down, being present, …

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How Mindfulness Can Help Your Recovery 34:43

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In this episode, we explore the simple yet powerful truth that every recovery journey begins with one breath. One conscious inhale, one intentional exhale — that’s where awareness starts. Damon Frank sits down with Recovered Life TV Contributor Kolleen, who shares how mindfulness brings presence and peace to the recovery process. Together, they unp…

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Is Gen Z Killing 12 Step Groups? 15:53

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Is Gen Z killing 12-step groups—or simply rewriting the rules of sobriety? In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, Damon Frank dives into the controversial question of whether Gen Z’s open approach to recovery and social media culture has watered down the traditions of anonymity that defined Alcoholics Anonymous for decades. From Slate’s recent…

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🚀 Identify Your Domino: The One Thing That Moves Everything Forward 14:07

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On this episode of Recovered Life, Damon dives into the power of identifying your domino—the single action that creates momentum and knocks down every other barrier in your way. Instead of drowning in busyness or hiding behind endless to-dos, Damon shows how to cut through the noise, find the bold move that matters most, and take massive action tha…

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S3 Ep30: Saving Seeds, Securing the Future, with Madeline McKeever 55:33

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Madeline McKeever is on a mission to protect biodiversity and secure our food future—one seed at a time. A former dairy farmer in West Cork, Madeline started Brown Envelope Seeds after realising just how vulnerable Ireland is to global seed supply chains and shocks. Today, she’s a leading voice for seed saving in Ireland promoting local seeds that …

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After the Show: The Healing Power of Forgiveness 18:09

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In this exclusive After the Show conversation, Damon Frank and guest Meegan go deeper into what it really means to forgive. We live in a culture that wants everything fast — but healing doesn’t happen on demand. Forgiveness isn’t a one-and-done event; it’s a process that takes time, reflection, and a willingness to grow. This is a public episode. I…

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The Healing Power of Forgiveness 31:33

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In this episode of the Recovered Life Show, Damon Frank sits down with guest Meegan to explore one of the most powerful — and challenging — parts of recovery: forgiveness. Resentment can feel like a stumbling block, keeping us tied to the past and stuck in pain. But as Meegan shares from her own experience, forgiveness opens the door to healing, fr…

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David Stopped Blaming Life—That’s When Everything in His Sobriety Changed 14:45

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In this episode of How I Did It, David shares a hard truth that changed everything for him: You can’t always control what happens, but you can always control how you respond when life doesn’t go your way. When life threw him curveballs, David stopped saying “life sucks” and started asking better questions: What can I learn? How can I be better tomo…

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After The Show: Empathy & Addiction with Guest JOMO 2:52

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv In this raw and honest follow-up conversation, Jomo opened up to Damon about what it really took for him to recover—and it wasn’t easy. He talked about having a “Joey problem,” the old version of himself that kept him alive on the streets but ultimately blocked him f…

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Empathy & Addiction with Guest JOMO 36:37

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Damon sits down with JOMO—an inspiring voice in the recovery community whose journey is marked by deep empathy, authenticity, and a powerful example of how to live a recovered life. From his compassionate outlook to his unwavering respect for others’ paths, JOMO shares what it means to give people the grace to grow. Recovered Life is reader-support…

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This Is What Finally Got Brandon to Stop Drinking 12:19

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In this episode of How I Did It, Brandon doesn’t sugarcoat a thing. He’s been there—high, checked out, spiraling—and he’s done pretending it didn’t affect anyone else. This is the wake-up call most people don’t want, but damn sure need. Brandon breaks down what happens when you finally stop lying to yourself. The excuses run out. The fake promises …

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SECOND BITES: Paul Brophy, Ireland’s ‘Broccoli Baron’ 59:46

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The GIY team and I are taking a short summer break from recordings, but in the meantime, we’ll be bringing you a selection of our favourite episodes from the series so far. So whether you’re hearing them for the first time, or coming back for second helpings, I hope you enjoy! - Mick Kelly If you’ve ever bought a head of broccoli in an Irish superm…

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SECOND BITES: Mark Diacono – from River Cottage to his own ‘climate change farm’ 1:03:00

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The GIY team and I are taking a short summer break from recordings, but in the meantime, we’ll be bringing you a selection of our favourite episodes from the series so far. So whether you’re hearing them for the first time, or coming back for second helpings, I hope you enjoy! - Mick Kelly Mark Diacono found his life’s purpose and direction through…

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Unpacking the Pain: How Trauma Fuels Addiction with Guest Sean Ostendorf 35:13

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What if the addiction wasn’t the root—but the response? In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank is joined by trauma therapist and EMDR specialist Sean Osterdorf to explore the hidden links between trauma, addiction, and the lingering emotional patterns that can persist long into recovery. 👉 Connect with Sean Osterdorf https://p…

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After the Show: How Trauma Shows Up 4:00

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv In this honest and compassionate After the Show segment, Kyle Miller reminds us: recovery only starts when you’re ready—and that’s more than okay. No pressure, no schedule—just your own timeline.By Damon Frank

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How Trauma Shows Up with guest Kyle Miller 32:45

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Damon Frank sits down with licensed therapist and trauma specialist Kyle Miller to explore the subtle and not-so-subtle ways trauma manifests in our daily lives. From the way we use our bodies to how we avoid emotional discomfort, Kyle shares powerful insights into the hidden impact of unresolved trauma and what it takes to truly reconnect with our…

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S3 Ep29: Ashes to Action: The Glenisk Story of Sustainability 1:11:43

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Vincent Cleary is one of Ireland’s original champions of food sustainability. Having taken over the family yoghurt business from his father in the mid 1990s, Vincent knew that organics was the way forward and within a year, Glenisk was a fully organic milk and yoghurt brand that quickly rose to dominate its market in Ireland. When a fire destroyed …

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I Used to Be a Girl Scout Leader—Then I Was Shooting Heroin: Stephanie’s Story 37:30

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On this episode of the Recovered Life Show, Stephanie lays it all out—the wreckage, the hustle, and the fight to come back from it all. What started with prescription painkillers slid into heroin. From there, things unraveled fast: shoplifting to survive, broken connections, waking up every day in survival mode, chasing the next high. But this isn’…

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After the Show: Trauma & Addiction 1:39

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv What happens when the dust of early recovery settles? When the chaos quiets and you're left with yourself—sober, awake, and wondering: Now what? In this powerful After the Show episode, psychotherapist Hannah Bernstein joins Damon Frank for a heart-opening conversati…

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Trauma & Addiction with guest Hannah Bernstein 34:00

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In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank sits down with psychotherapist Hannah Bernstein to explore the powerful connection between trauma and addiction. They dive into: * How unresolved emotional pain drives addictive behaviors * What it really means to heal without numbing out * Practical tools for facing fear, staying present…

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S3 Ep28: Sea Change: Niall Sabongi on Irish Seafood Sustainability 1:05:30

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Niall Sabongi is on a mission to change how we eat, and think about, seafood in Ireland. A chef and seafood entrepreneur, Niall was frustrated by stuffy restaurants and a broken fishing system, and he set out to do things differently. He opened a string of relaxed, seafood-focused eateries and later launched Sustainable Seafood Ireland, a wholesale…

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S3 Ep27: Tom Keogh talks spuds, snacks and food security 1:07:23

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Tom Keogh has a great story to tell. Their family has been farming the land for over three generations, supplying the fresh produce market with potatoes grown on the farm in North County Dublin. Faced with falling demand for fresh spuds, Tom took a bold step, he began making crisps by hand in a shed on the farm. That small experiment became Keogh’s…

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S3 Ep26: Beyond Carbon Neutral: John Gilliland’s approach to Sustainable Farming 1:01:03

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John Gilliland is on a mission to transform how we think about food, farming, and the environment. At Brook Hall Estate, his family’s historic farm in Derry, John began by trying to lower his farm’s energy bills, but his changes grew into a model for climate-friendly farming that’s now guiding policy in Northern Ireland and beyond. An award-winning…

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Rising from the Ashes: Tim Lineaweaver's Journey to Recovery 12:18

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In a world that often feels insurmountable, Tim Lineaweaver’s story reminds us that hope and redemption are always within reach. His journey through addiction and into sobriety is a testament to the transformative power of recovery. Tim Lineaweaver's life was overshadowed by addiction to alcohol and cocaine from an early age. Growing up in an alcoh…

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S3 Ep25: From Surf to Turf, with Fergal Smith 49:11

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Having spent over a decade as an international pro surfer, Fergal Smith made the life-changing decision to return home to the west of Ireland and follow in his father’s footsteps as an organic farmer. Starting with just half an acre of land, Fergal has slowly grown his innovative food business, Moy Hill Farm, into a 120-acre certified organic farm,…

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S3 Ep24: Farming in a conflict zone - Dr Ollie Moore’s journey through the West Bank 1:02:28

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Dr Ollie Moore is an expert in the sociology of farming and food, and one of Ireland’s leading experts on food systems and champions of food justice. As a member of Talamh Beo, Ollie was invited by a farming development and advocacy organisation in Palestine to visit the West Bank and learn about what life is like for food producers in an area that…

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S3 Ep23: From Chef to Seed Saver: The Journey of Mitch McCullough 37:35

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Mitch McCullough’s journey into the world of heirloom seeds and heritage vegetables is anything but ordinary. A former chef turned grower, Mitch explores the fascinating stories behind the plants we eat. His book, ‘The Seed Hunter: Discover the World's Most Unusual Heirloom Plants’, is more than a gardening guide - it’s a deep dive into rare and un…

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After the Show: The Real Talk on MAT, Stigma, and Sobriety 4:38

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv In this Recovered Life Plus exclusive, Judy Acheson and I go deeper into the conversation sparked by our main episode on Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT). This isn't just a recap — it's where we really pull back the curtain. We talk openly about the stigma still li…

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Medical-Assisted Treatment: Sobriety or Substitution? 41:58

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Damon Frank and therapist Judy Acheson dive deep into the world of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for addiction recovery. They explore the misconceptions surrounding MAT, discuss its role in harm reduction, and share personal experiences and success stories that highlight the potential for lasting recovery. This Substack is reader-supported. T…

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After the Show: Emotional Sobriety—Why Some People Grow and Others Don’t 1:19

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv In this special “After the Show” conversation, Damon Frank and psychotherapist Darrin Dennis peel back the layers of what emotional sobriety really means — and why it’s often the missing piece in long-term recovery. While getting physically sober is a massive step, w…

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What Is Emotional Sobriety and Why Does It Matter? 38:23

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Damon Frank and guest psychotherapist Darrin Dennis delve deeper into the topic of emotional sobriety and its critical role in recovery. They explore how emotional challenges and past traumas can impact sobriety and the journey to a fulfilled life free from addiction. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, cons…

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After the Show: Lessons from Coach Joe’s Recovery Journey 2:41

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv After recording an episode of The Recovered Life Show with Coach Joe, I’ve been thinking a lot about the powerful insights he shared. His story of surrender—literally putting his hands out and asking to be arrested—was one of the most impactful moments of our convers…

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S3 Ep22 - Exploring Ireland’s Culinary Past, with Mairtín Mac Con Iomaire 1:11:55

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We talk a lot about the future of food on this podcast, but what about the past? Máirtín Mac Con Iomaire is on a mission to uncover and celebrate Ireland’s deep-rooted food history. From the earliest evidence of dairy farming over 5,000 years ago to trade networks that shaped our cuisine, he explores how food connects us to our past. An award-winni…

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When Knowing Isn’t Enough with Guest Coach Joe 37:53

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Join us for this episode of The Recovered Life Show as host Damon Frank speaks with Coach Joe, a dedicated member of the recovery community with seventeen years of continuous sobriety. Hear Joe's incredible journey from the depths of addiction to living a fulfilling life in recovery. This episode dives into the misconceptions around knowledge and r…

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After the Show: The Hidden Struggles of BPD & Addiction 3:12

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv Last week, I had an intense and enlightening discussion on BPD & Addiction on the Recovered Life Show. In this After the Show segment, I was joined by Kennedy McGurkin, a therapist and the owner of Returning to Self LLC. This conversation was raw, real, and necessary…

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Addiction Recovery with Guest Kennedy McGurkin 30:07

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In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank welcomes back therapist Kennedy McGurkin from Returning to Self in Boise, Idaho, for a deep dive into borderline personality disorder (BPD) and its connection to addiction recovery. Kennedy shares valuable insights on how BPD affects emotions, relationships, and self-perception, as well a…

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S3 Ep21 - The power of organic fitness, with Colman Power 50:13

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Colman Power’s mission is a simple one – to help people become happier and healthier through good food, regular movement, and spending time in nature. Having studied horticulture at third level, Coleman became a skilled organic grower and a personal trainer. He has combined his twin passions into a career as an educator and author, self-publishing …

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After the Show: Will a better diet really help your sobriety? 21:39

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I had a real, unfiltered convo with Christie Dames after the latest episode of The Recovered Life Show for the Recovered Life + Plus Subscribers—and we didn’t hold back. 💯 In our latest episode, we dove into something that affects almost every person in recovery but doesn’t get talked about enough—what you eat and how it impacts your sobriety. Chri…

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Staying Sober and What You Eat with Guest Christie Dames 39:07

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In this episode of Recovered Life, host Damon Frank sits down with guest Christie Dames to explore the critical connection between sobriety and nutrition. They discuss how diet impacts recovery, the role of food in emotional balance, and practical strategies for making healthier choices that support long-term sobriety. Christie shares expert insigh…

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After the Show: The questions we all want to ask about how to change in recovery 2:59

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.recoveredlife.tv I had a real, unfiltered convo with Ennovy after the latest episode of The Recovered Life Show for the Recovered Life + Plus Subscribers — and we didn’t hold back. 💯 In our most recent episode of Recovered Life, we tackled a powerful and transformative concept with g…

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Transformation in Recovery with Guest Ennovy 31:30

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On this episode of The Recovered Life Show, Damon sits down with Ennovy, who shares her powerful transformation — from addiction to 10 years of sobriety and helping others.💡 Hear how a supernatural intervention led her to rehab and why she believes addiction doesn't define you.👉 Find out more about Ennovy here: https://pxl.to/ngtmna Recovered Life …

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S3 Ep20: How small scale farming can make a big impact, with Kevin Wallace 1:08:26

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Kevin Wallace had no farming background at all, yet he has become one of Ireland’s most successful small-scale producers, growing a range of produce including salad greens, summer crops and speciality products for hotels, restaurants and cafés. Kevin is passionate about soil health and microbial balance, implementing practices such as the ‘no-dig’ …

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S3 Ep19: Taking a zero tolerance approach to food waste, with Conor Spacey 1:21:19

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When Conor Spacey was working in his first kitchen he was shocked at the amount of perfectly good food being thrown away. He convinced his boss to let him save it, cook it, and use it to feed all of his colleagues. It was a small change that made a big difference to the kitchen’s sustainability and its bottom line. Ever since, Conor has dedicated h…

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S3 Ep18: Baking bread, building community with Ciara O hArtghaile 54:15

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When Ciara O hArtghaile returned home to Co Antrim, after a year living in New Zealand, she and her husband had a clear mission: to build a community around love of good food, in their home town of Ballycastle. They started to bake high quality sourdough bread in the small domestic oven of their rented apartment, just three loaves at a time. Today,…

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Addiction & Schizophrenia with Guest Cecil Galey Jr. 25:07

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Damon Frank speaks with Cecil Gailey Jr., a peer support specialist who shares his journey of overcoming co-occurring addiction and schizophrenia. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating recovery for both conditions simultaneously, the misconceptions surrounding mental health, and the hope that with the right treatment and support, a…

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Setting Boundaries without Guilt with Dr. Rachael Dawkins 28:49

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Damon Frank speaks with Dr. Rachael Dawkins about how to set boundaries without guilt. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.recoveredlife.tv/subscribeBy Damon Frank and Recovered Life

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S3 Ep17: Turning unused city spaces into thriving farms 55:36

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Brian McCarthy founded innovative urban farming project Cork Rooftop Farm during the first covid lockdown in March 2020. Situated on a rooftop in Cork city centre, the farm started off as a personal project to grow fruit and vegetables. But Brian started to see the potential for something much bigger and, today, Cork Rooftop Farm is a thriving busi…

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Family Drama 32:02

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Are you sick of never-ending Holiday Family Drama? In this episode, guest Kyle Miller discusses how to break the cycle of holiday drama in recovery. Recovered Life is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with oth…

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Holiday Stress (Recovery This Week - December 12, 2024) 45:31

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Damon Frank and Shauna McKenna Vick discuss managing holiday stress in recovery. Recovered Life is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.recoveredl…