Leaving the leaf for the problematic kratom user. Helping people abstain from kratom.
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Transforming Pain. Conquering Addiction. Empowering Lives. Explore the revolutionary power of Kratom in this insightful podcast series hosted by Madalyn Sklar. You'll hear riveting personal accounts of overcoming challenges such as chronic pain, opioid and alcohol addiction, and mental health issues such as anxiety and depression through the use of Kratom. Each episode uncovers the profound impact this botanical has on individuals seeking alternative pathways to healing and well-being. Krato ...
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The Kratom Science Podcast is your source for all things kratom. Each week Brian Gallagher, writer for KratomScience.com, talks to kratom consumers, advocates, and experts. We talk about the latest kratom research, news, legislation, and the fight to #KeepKratomLegal. #FollowTheScience and listen to the Kratom Science Podcast. Disclaimer: There is no content on the Kratom Science Podcast nor on KratomScience.com that in any way constitutes medical claims or medical advice. You should consult ...
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Here we talk everything about smoke & vape, kratom, CBD and lifestyle from products, services and whole lot more.
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The Kratom Guy Show w/ Mike Overstreet is a podcast where experts from around the nation discuss kratom news & current events, the latest in kratom science and other herbal alternatives, w/ frequent interviews from influential doctors and advocates. Support our work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KratomGuyShow Please come say hello, or any questions, comments, concerns! https://twitter.com/KratomGuyShow https://www.facebook.com/KratomGuyShow KratomGuyShow@gmail.com Call or text (617) 91 ...
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Welcome to the Kava, Kratom & Community Podcast by Mitra9. Here, you will find individuals sharing real, organic & (sometimes emotional) stories of their life, business, passion & kava/kratom experiences. Thank you to Joe from Just Velocity Studios for the interviews Check out their Instagram: @JustVelocityStudios Reach out to us at content@mitra-9.com to join our podcast & community! Mitra-9 Social Media: Instagram: @Mitra9Brands BuzzSprout: Mitra-9 Brands Twitter: @Mitra9Brands Facebook: M ...
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The World of Psychedelics, DMT, Magic Mushrooms, Kratom & LSD Ayahuasca, U Relax Kava Plant Medicine w/ Sunset City - libsyn
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This is a podcast about Exploring your Mind With Psychedelics, DMT, Mushrooms, Coca Leaf Tea & LSD Ayahuasca | Plant Medicine, And Spirit podcastMicrodosing, Integrating Psychedelics Into Modern Life.We explains how microdosing can help optimize both mind and body. He describes how his experiences with psychedelics have helped him become a healthier person, and where microdosing would fit in with a fitness and wellbeing protocol.Learn more about psychedelics on This research paper on microdo ...
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E93 Laura Solomon: Advanced Rapid Detox
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Interview with Laura Solomon of Advanced Rapid Detox about a medically supervised kratom withdrawals program in Michigan. Rapid Opiate Detox & Rapid Alcohol Detox Programs (advancedrapiddetox.com) https://advancedrapiddetox.com/ Lucemyra (lofexidine): Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing - WebMD https://www.webmd.com/drugs/…
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Ep 45: Sharon Winkler's Kratom Journey: From Chronic Pain to Passionate Advocate
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On this week's Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar speaks with Sharon Winkler, whose life was transformed by Kratom. A high-powered manager facing chronic pain from debilitating injuries and dropped by her doctor due to 2016 DEA opioid restrictions, Sharon found relief in Kratom. This remarkable plant not only alleviated her suffering but also enabled he…
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Socializing without kratom. Michal struggled first with powder and then extracts during multiple quits, also finding kratom didn't keep her away from booze. Eventually she tried medicated assisted treatment to quit everything for good. Contact Michal at: EarlydaysPC@gmail.com EP 344: Early Days-Introduction — Sobertown Podcast | Sobriety Podcast & …
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Libby's debut as a co-host. Californian Noah documented his cold turkey harsh two-week detox from the kava-kratom tonic through a series of videos. After over two years of sobriety, he got sucked back in and had to bounce back to quit again. Noah on IG: https://www.instagram.com/urbeezy/p/CrhJxUjOj4o/?img_index=1 Ibogine safety: https://www.ncbi.nl…
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Ep 44: Madalyn Sklar, Beyond the Podcast - The Power of Community
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Madalyn Sklar gets real on this week's solo episode, going beyond the typical podcast format to reveal the depth of her mission as a passionate Kratom advocate. She opens up about the challenges of discussing Kratom on social media and how she's taken her community into her own hands by creating KratomRealTalk.com – a free, uncensored space for peo…
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Cindy talks about her son's kratom-caused death. Max was 30 years old in good health with no pre-existing conditions. His toxicological report showed no other drugs other than likely drinking about four beers the afternoon he passed away. Cindy discussed trying to advocate for better kratom regulations. CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kra…
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Sticking to a recovery routine. Dave from Ireland first emailed the show in July 2023. He is now 14 months kratom free. You can find him most weeks at 8pm Thursdays Eastern at the Dopey kratom meeting. RESOURCE OF WEEK Home | ATLAS (treatmentatlas.org) https://treatmentatlas.org/ KRATOM IN THE HEADLINES The wellness drink for sober people that some…
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Ep 43: More Than a Plant: The Kratom Gals on Transformation, Advocacy, and Community
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Join Madalyn Sklar and her fellow Kratom Gals—Misty Brown, Jennifer Gillis, and Venus Usher—for a special episode where they share their personal journeys with Kratom and its profound impact on their lives. From overcoming chronic pain to breaking free from addiction, these women found life-changing relief through the power of this botanical wonder…
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E88 Julie Wald: Therapist and Wellness Coach
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Julie, M.Ed, LPC, gives her perspective as a psychotherapist, tips on quitting kratom, healing and recovery. Find Julie here: https://pensight.com/x/sacredself_wellnesshub CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety https:/…
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Pros and cons of plant medicine. With a past poly-substance addiction, Libby found her non-problematic powder addiction escalated to extract use. Finding difficulties with both tapering and cold turkey quitting off kratom extracts, she went to Mexico to detox and treat her kratom addiction with ibogaine. Contact Libby at libbyquitkratom@gmail.com R…
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Ep 42: A Leaf of Hope: Madalyn Sklar and the Power of Kratom
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In this week's episode of Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar takes a seat on the other side of the microphone, sharing her personal Kratom journey with advocate/activist Misty Brown. She dives into living with chronic pain, starting with a herniated disc in 2006 that, over time, evolved into daily struggles with degenerative disc disease. Madalyn recoun…
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E86 Nolan Sinclair: Author of "Kicking Kratom"
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Author Nolan Sinclair on his quitting kratom book. Kicking Kratom: A Complete Guide to Taming your Addiction. https://www.amazon.com/Kicking-Kratom-Complete-Addiction-Quitting/dp/B0D3J6YSWY/ Nolan's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Nolanwrites CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https…
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Dealing with stressful situations kratom free. NO Resource of the Week (Charlie is moving!) Stevenson collaborated with his wife to seek treatment. Initially, he was not accepted by providers because kratom wasn't an illicit drug. Stevenson's advice: "Try to quit on your own, but if you are not able to, reach out!" RESOURCE OF WEEK One week hiatus:…
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Ep 41: Finding Relief: Lora Romney's Journey with Trigeminal Neuralgia and Kratom
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Utah resident Lora Romney shares her inspiring journey with Kratom. Diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia, one of the most painful conditions known to humans, she endured years of misdiagnosis and countless medications before finding relief with Kratom. After exhausting all conventional treatments, including surgery and pain management, Lora was hesi…
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QuitK - A supplement to help you quit kratom for good https://quitk.com/ Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) effects on withdrawal syndrome of heroin abusers - PubMed (nih.gov) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10836211/ CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://ww…
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Compare and despair. Frank's drinking 24 kava-kratom tonics a day led to a four-day hospitalization, intensive outpatient rehab, and medicated assisted treatment. RESOURCE OF WEEK Exercise: How It Can Help With Addiction Recovery (webmd.com) https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/exercise-help-addiction-recovery KRATOM IN THE HEADLINES Krato…
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Ep 40: Kratom as a Harm Reduction Tool: John Shinholser's Perspective
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This episode includes some strong language. If four-letter words aren't your thing, you might want to skip this one. But if you're cool with it, let's dive in. This week on Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar interviews John Shinholser, a leading voice in the recovery community who's experienced a powerful transformation through his own journey with Krat…
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Interview with Patti Wheeler, mother of twin Wyatt, and filmmaker, Joanne Rubino. A Beautiful Life Stolen https://abeautifullifestolen.com/ CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety…
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Welcoming Jasmine as a new cohost. Blaine found his kratom addiction happened "gradually and all at once". While we try to be MAT friendly, we know Suboxone is not right for everyone, and Blaine didn't find helpful for him based on his background, personality and circumstances. Jasmine's podcast Clean Sips, the episode she shared to her sober audie…
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Ep 39: Breaking the Chains of Addiction: Jen Clifford's Kratom Story
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In this episode of Kratom Stories, host Madalyn Sklar explores the powerful impact of Kratom with Jen Clifford, a woman whose life was dramatically changed by the plant. Jen's story is a powerful reminder that even those who have struggled with long-term opioid addiction can find hope and healing. From Jen's initial encounter with Kratom in 2016, w…
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Joe became addicted to kava-kratom tonics and decided to stop sell kratom at his kava bar. WLVS DEN KAVA: Getting to Know Owner Joe Reed - Vegas Cannabis Magazine https://www.vegascannabismag.com/main-feat/wlvs-den-kava-getting-to-know-owner-joe-reed/ CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https:…
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Did you use kratom recreationally? Corey's kratom use escalated to the point where he was buying 48-bottle cases to ensure he didn't run out. A couple days in jail withdrawaling hard, followed by an almost two-week hospital stay and then a month in drug rehab, Corey celebrated 13 months kratom free on August 2, 2024. RESOURCE OF WEEK COWS: The Opio…
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Ep 38: Lyme Disease, Chronic Pain & Kratom: Bekkah Morris Speaks Out
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Imagine a life riddled with chronic pain, facing a cancer diagnosis, and battling the relentless grip of Lyme disease. This was Bekkah Morris' reality before discovering the power of Kratom. On this week's Kratom Stories podcast, Bekkah, a fervent advocate for the plant, shares her deeply personal journey. Discouraged by the limitations of traditio…
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Hell or Hope in a Bottle (kratomsobriety.com) https://kratomsobriety.com/f/hell-or-hope-in-a-bottle CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https:…
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Podcast host transition and new volunteers. Chris hit a hard kratom bottom: relapse after a rehab stint, lost two jobs, relationship ending, pending eviction from parent's home, nearly losing custody of her beloved son, and a crashed car. Learning from past lessons, Chris jumped into online meetings and focusing on getting sober for herself, to kic…
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Ep 37: A Plant-Based Path to Relief: Britney Hiser’s Kratom Journey
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Britney Hiser, a lifetime sufferer of chronic illnesses, shares her inspiring story of finding relief through Kratom. After years of debilitating pain, fatigue, and a series of misdiagnoses, traditional medicine offered little solace. Faced with a life of increasing limitations, Britney was desperate for a solution. Her journey with Kratom began as…
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E76 Jimmy Price: Decoupling Kratom and Kava
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Clip of Michal Charles, which was shared at beginning of this episode: EP 360: Early Days - Navigating Kratom & Kava, Personal Insights & Warnings — Sobertown Podcast | Sobriety Podcast & Inspiring Recovery Stories https://www.sobertownpodcast.com/sober-podcast-episodes/episode-360-earl-days-navigating-kratom-kava-personal-insights-warnings Today's…
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In person versus virtual meetings. Meredith shares her journey with kratom addiction, starting innocently with a recommendation at a convenience store and quickly escalating to daily use. She details the subsequent struggles with withdrawal and the support she found in online communities to help her abstain from the blue kava-kratom tonics since Fe…
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Ep 36: Ditch the Confusion: Madalyn Sklar's Kratom Masterclass for Beginners
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In this special solo episode of the Kratom Stories Podcast, host Madalyn Sklar delivers a mini Kratom masterclass, sharing her personal insights and years of research to guide listeners through the world of this increasingly popular botanical. Madalyn dives into the basics of Kratom, explaining its origins, the science behind its effects, and the i…
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Austin was age 25 when his dad found him deceased in the family's basement. According to the post-death toxicology and autopsy reports, he did not have pre-existing conditions nor any illicit or prescription drugs in his system. "Though kratom related deaths are low when compared to its widespread use, the denial that kratom use does not result in …
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Saying no to "People Pleasing". Opiate free for almost 20 years and booze free for almost 15 years, but prone to transfer addictions, Shane started taking kratom mostly to address mental health issues. But with his first couple kratom uses, he had that "oh I like this" similar to using opiates. After figuring out he had a mental health misdiagnosis…
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Ep 35: Finding Freedom with Kratom: Mike Felicetta's Path to Recovery
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From social worker to struggling addict, Mike Felicetta's life took a dark turn after a back injury led him down a path of opioid dependence. Years of battling addiction, rehabs, and even resorting to heroin left Mike feeling trapped. However, a chance encounter with someone purchasing Kratom at a gas station sparked a glimmer of hope. Though his i…
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E72 Scott Carney: Feel Free Exposé
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Exotic Plants, Deadly Consequences - by Scott Carney (substack.com) https://sgcarney.substack.com/p/exotic-plants-deadly-consequences CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety QUITT…
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Don't engage in analysis paralysis about your kratom quit. After her husband was shot in Iraq a decade plus ago, Frankie started abusing pain pills prescribed to her spouse. Eventually, she started having kidney issues, liver spots on her skin and hair falling out. Also abusing benzos and booze, she was able to finally quit after joining a WhatsApp…
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E70 Dr. Cornel Stanciu: Kratom Use Disorder
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Cornel N. Stanciu, M.D., C.P.E., M.R.O. is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine and the Director of Addiction Services at New Hampshire Hospital. As an Addiction Psychiatrist, Dr. Stanciu is involved in clinical care, research, and policy concerning services and treatments for people with addictive disorders…
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A voice mail from a listener. Cody has a history of poly-substance addiction. With a military background, he excels at staying fit and on track. But he found himself struggling with kratom after finding it a couple years ago, and it reminded him of his days on stronger opioids. His persistence pays off and he is able to interrupt and discontinue hi…
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Ep 34: Trading Pills for Plants: Craig Burlingame's Life-Changing Kratom Discovery
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In this episode of Kratom Stories, Madalyn sits down with Craig Burlingame, a dedicated advocate for Kratom and its life-changing benefits. Craig speaks candidly about his struggles with anxiety, chronic pain from a torn rotator cuff, and the negative side effects of prescription painkillers. His discovery of Kratom in 2022 marked a turning point i…
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E68 Jacob and Decima Celebrate One Year Kratom Free
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First of a series of special episodes coming out this summer on Wednesdays with guests talking about kratom related topics beyond the wonderful quitting stories usually featured on Sundays. CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety https://www.youtube.com/@Krat…
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Hiding your kratom addiction. From Courtney's email to the show: "...after {getting up to} 44gpd in capsules, I went cold turkey. I discovered kratom after my mom had passed in February last year - I used to have a pill habit so when my mom left us with oxys, I ended up taking all of them, only to run out and behold - kratom had been discovered. I …
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Ep 33: Reclaiming Life: Marcelle Morfin on Healing and Advocacy with Kratom
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This episode of Kratom Stories welcomes Marcelle Morfin, a Kratom super advocate who shares her deeply personal story of triumph over chronic pain and medical dismissal. After sustaining a severe spinal injury during her time in the military, Marcelle's life became a whirlwind of doctor's appointments, ineffective treatments, and mounting frustrati…
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Why do kratom users carry around spoons and a knife? Jack got to spending up to $600 a week on kratom and becoming 40 pounds underweight in part because of often throwing up after eating meals as a result of kratom-related nausea. After a short-term detox, Jack is about to reach being a year kratom free by helping to lead the Saturday morning quitt…
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Ep 32: Finding Hope and Healing with Kratom: Venus Usher's Story
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In this episode of Kratom Stories, Madalyn speaks with Venus Usher, an ardent Kratom advocate who shares her transformative journey from suffering to healing. Venus recounts her years of enduring chronic pain due to endometriosis and the subsequent ill effects of FDA-approved medications like Lupron, which led to extreme measures, including multipl…
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Responding to recent podcast feedback. Hilary at one time had two years off kratom, but after a step backwards returning to capsule use, is now reinvesting in her recovery by being active in the quitting community, service work, healthy eating, going to the gym, support from loved ones and pursuing goals for her future. RESOURCE OF THE WEEK ARTICLE…
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Ep 31: Rediscovering Hope: Scars Rodriguez's Incredible Kratom Journey
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On this episode of Kratom Stories, listeners will hear a raw and honest conversation with guest Scars Rodriguez as he details his harrowing battle with chronic pain stemming from a childhood diagnosis of juvenile idiopathic arthritis. After enduring countless surgeries and grappling with the destructive cycle of prescription opioids, a defeated Sca…
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The challenge of celebrating being "kratom-free" online. James became addicted to a new 7OHM product and warns listeners to stay away from them. June 15, 2024 - 9am to 9pm EST: Kratom Meeting Marathon New Friday Noon Meeting 12pm EST Meeting Link for both (no passcode): https://meet.google.com/nje-jmni-hhb steps and MAT (including the Sublocade sho…
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Ep 30: Goodbye Pharma, Hello Kratom: Heather Habura’s Path To Pain Relief
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Heather Habura seems to have it all - a glitzy career as a national television host, a thriving business, and a beautiful family. But beneath the surface, a silent struggle raged. In this episode of Kratom Stories, Heather bravely opens up about her battle with endometriosis and Crohn’s disease, diagnoses that brought debilitating pain and a medica…
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Having fun kratom-free. Sober from both alcohol and drugs for over a decade, it took Matt about 10 months to hit a bottom with kratom. Through the 12 steps and MAT (including the Sublocade shot), he's now giving back to the community by hosting online kratom support meetings. RESOURCE OF THE WEEK June 15, 2024 - 9am to 9pm EST: Kratom Meeting Marat…
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Ep 29: From College Stress to Kratom Success: Soren Shade's Story
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Soren Shade, a Kratom advocate and entrepreneur, shares his unconventional introduction to the plant. While battling the pressures of studying at Columbia University, he found himself overly reliant on caffeine, leading to sleep deprivation and compromised well-being. Soren's discovery of Kratom through an episode of Hamilton's Pharmacopoeia, ironi…
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Escalatory risks of kratom use. Ryan quit drinking six years ago, but when his beloved dad died, he became addicted to the popular kratom/kava drinks, spending upward of $30,000 on the habit. He ended up abusing opiates for the first time in his life and relapsed on alcohol before he was finally able to quit kratom and pursue complete abstinence. A…
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Ep 28: Surviving Loss and Addiction: Jenifer Martin's Inspiring Kratom Story
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Jenifer Martin, a recovering addict and mother of four, joins Madalyn on the podcast to share her powerful journey. Struggling with addiction for years, Jenifer's life took a dark turn with the rise of fentanyl, leading to homelessness and the devastating loss of her husband. After hitting rock bottom, she found solace in a Florida detox and reside…
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