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Avoiding the Addiction Affliction

Westwords Consulting, LLC
Mental Health
Addiction
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Recovery
Addiction Recovery
Substance Use Disorder
Alcohol
Trauma
Opioids
Bridge House Grace House
Wisconsin
Medicaid
Alcoholism
New Orleans
Caffeine
The Other Side Academy
Gambling Addiction
Sierra Health and Wellness Centers
Grief
Apricity

When does it stop being a party and start becoming a problem? Is there a way to steer clear of addiction? Every Wednesday, Mike McGowan explores substance use disorders with expert guests.

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Recent Guests

Ann Marie Farino
Author of forthcoming memoir chronicling her son's addiction journey
Episode: "Chronic Chaos" with Ann Marie Farino
Sterling Elliott
Clinical pharmacist and head of ambulatory surgery practice
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
Episode: "Who are You and What is Your Deal?" with Dr. Sterling Elliott
Daniela Tilbrook
London-based author, coach and speaker
Episode: "Not My Shame" with Daniela Tilbrook
Melissa Moore
Certified Prevention Specialist, owner and trainer of M3 Consulting
M3 Consulting
Episode: "It's Not Your Grandfather's Weed Anymore" with Melissa Moore
Guida Brown
Guest expert on recovery, founder of Guided by Guida
Guided by Guida; US Drug Testing Labs; FASD Wisconsin
Episode: "Recovery Requires All of Us" with Guida Brown
Helen Fisher
Illinois-based licensed clinical professional counselor with master's in marriage and family therapy; trained in emotionally focused couples therapy, sex therapy, and substance abuse
Independent therapist
Episode: "Surviving Betrayal" with Helen Fisher
Joe Peterangelo
Member of the Wisconsin Policy Forum research team and research director since 2024
Wisconsin Policy Forum
Episode: "Impairment to Imprisonment" with Joe Peterangelo and Liam Farin
Liam Farin
Master's in urban planning from UW Milwaukee; Norman Gill Research Fellow
Wisconsin Policy Forum
Episode: "Impairment to Imprisonment" with Joe Peterangelo and Liam Farin
Tony Dice
CEO, Bishop and Dice Defense; Navy SEAL, therapist, and author of After the Trident
Bishop and Dice Defense
Episode: "Truth Heals" with Dr. Tony Dice

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Mike McGowan
Host of Avoiding the Addiction Affliction

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Thank you for helping addicts in Wisconsin. being from a small county in northwestern Wisconsin that has limited resources for getting treatment and especially aftercare it is awsome to have a semi local resource that is knowledgeable about addiction and ways to get help with it. again thank you Kenosha Coallishion.

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    Thank you for helping addicts in Wisconsin. being from a small county in northwestern Wisconsin that has limited resources for getting treatment and especially aftercare it is awsome to have a semi local resource that is knowledgeable about addiction and ways to get help with it. again thank you Kenosha Coallishion.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Chronic Chaos" with Ann Marie Farino
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about Richard?
Richard was a charismatic, kind-hearted young man who connected with people from all walks of life, but he wrestled with addiction and mental health challenges that escalated over time, leading to a complex journey through treatment, recovery attempts, and ultimately tragedy.
"Strong Fathers Making Healthy Homes" with Joshua Legg
Q: What is it like to speak to a room full of men and how do you know when it's working?
He emphasizes leading with vulnerability, sharing his own journey first to reduce defensiveness, and using relatable language to open up men to new concepts and actionable steps.
"Strong Fathers Making Healthy Homes" with Joshua Legg
Q: What led you to do this type of work?
Joshua explains that as a pastor he saw men struggle to engage openly, and one-on-one work revealed that men become safer and more purposeful when supported in a space that allows vulnerability.
"GLP-1 Drugs, Promise and Performance" with Dr. Kim Dennis
Q: What percentage of GLP-1 prescriptions are written by psychiatrists versus primary care physicians?
The vast majority are prescribed by primary care physicians, with a smaller but growing share by psychiatrists, reflecting the general prescribing patterns for these medications.
"Imagine a New Way to Live" with Felicia Montiforte
Q: What was your drug of choice and how long did it take you to kick it?
Felicia describes cocaine as her drug of choice, with an early start at 15 and a realization that drinking often led to other substances, eventually prompting a commitment to sobriety and a return to focus on recovery.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Avoiding the Addiction Affliction

What is Avoiding the Addiction Affliction about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on substance use disorders, recovery, and prevention through conversations with clinicians, researchers, recovery champions, and policy-focused guests. Across episodes, listeners encounter practical frameworks for treatment, the social and environmental factors shaping addiction, and real-world stories of recovery, relapse, and systems-level challenges. Topics frequently span holistic and trauma-informed care, the role of family and mentors in recovery, harm-reduction approaches, and the evolving landscape of medications, policy, and community support. Noteworthy is the emphasis on bridging knowing and doing—turning insights into actionable steps for individuals, families, and programs—often illustrated with concrete examp... more

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