Evan dives into the complexities of divorce and addiction with featured guest Erin Khar, author of 'Strung Out'. The episode covers Erin's personal journey through a 15-year heroin addiction, her approach to recovery, and her advice on navigating relationships plagued by substance abuse. The conversation also touches on broader societal issues, such as the stigma around addiction and the flawed family court system. Listeners will find practical advice on handling the holiday season amidst divorce, the nuances of parental alienation claims, and thoughts on cultural phenomena like Taylor Swift. The episode concludes with an engaging segment featuring quotes from notable figures and a lively discussion on the underrated cranberry sauce.

Topics

00:15 Divorce and the Holiday Season

05:26 AI Relationships and Legal Challenges

12:04 Overrated or Underrated: Pop Culture Edition

23:14 Interview with Erin Khar: Addiction and Recovery

36:15 Addressing Skeptical Senators on Harm Reduction

36:47 The Economic Argument for Medicated Assisted Treatment

39:05 Personal Reflections on Writing a Memoir

40:40 The Dichotomy of Heroin Use

43:39 The Unwinnable War on Drugs

45:41 Advocating for Harm Reduction and Community Support

50:51 Balancing Advice and Personal Experience

52:51 Lessons from Beverly Hills 90210

54:40 Changing the Language Around Addiction

56:31 Parenting and Personal Accountability

01:14:05 The Importance of Sharing Your Story

01:19:36 Final Thoughts and Reflections