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Recovery in the Middle Ages - Two Middle-Aged Suburban Dads Talk About Recovering From Addiction to Drugs & Alcohol.

Recovery in the Middle Ages
Recovery
Addiction
Mental Health
Harm Reduction
Sobriety
Dock Ellis
Addiction Recovery
Love Has Won
LSD
Alcoholism
Sea, Swallow Me
Drug Abuse
Civil Rights In Sports
Long-Term Sobriety
San Francisco
Self-Improvement
Substance Abuse
Pittsburgh Pirates
1970 No-Hitter
Alcohol Use Disorder

Mike and Nat are two middle-aged suburban dads wrestling with addiction and recovery while trying to juggle home life, work, and staying sober. Listen as they discuss current topics in the recovery community including 12 Step, alternative addiction recovery and the newest medical research . Listen to the guys talk about their daily struggle to maintain their recovery and anonymity in the world of ... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 145: The Dog Days of Summer Recovery

While the calendar insists August is just 31 days, for Mike and Nat it felt more like 31 years. From seizures on vacation to shoplifting Kratom from a Connecticut gas station—while en route to bring a fam... more

In this midyear news roundup episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, Mike and Nat discuss the most significant addiction and recovery stories of 2025. From the federal crackdown on kratom’s potent opioid-like compound to San Francisco’s hard pivot aw... more

Episode 143: Recovery in the News

In this episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we run down the latest news from the world of recovery, giving our take on the headlines that matter to those on the sober path. We discuss the tragic passing of Melis... more

Episode 142: RMA, RFK and the San Patrignano Experiment

In this episode of Recovery in the Middle Ages, we take a look at Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s plan to address addiction in America, which leans heavily on his personal recovery experience and the m... more

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Recent Guests

Suki Jones
Author of the memoir Sea, Swallow Me
Episode: Suki Jones Joins us to discuss her book "Sea, Swallow Me," and Her Journey Through Abuse, Addiction, Pain and Redemption
Scuba Danny
Divers expert and participant in Dry January
Episode: Beyond the Surface: Scuba Danny’s Dive into Dry January, and Rethinking Your Own Relationship With Alcohol

Hosts

Nat X
Co-host sharing humorous insights about recovery and personal experiences related to addiction.
Mike R
Co-host discussing personal recovery challenges and providing a comedic perspective on addiction.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 251 ratings
  • Nope

    Lefty trash. Can we have a nice recovery podcast trashing the country? I’m not here for politics.

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    1
    yh ooo
    United States2 months ago
  • The Gift of Good Humor

    It felt like Christmas morning today when I woke up and found a new Recovery in the Middle Ages podcast. There were so few episodes in 2024 that I began to despair, but this is already the second episode in 2025. In the first show this year I heard Nat and Mike say that they planned to do more shows, and voilà! A new show. I've been listening for a couple of years now, and yes, I was one of those people who read the title of the show and somehow thought it was about the history of addiction. At ... more

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    5
    jamcwhinney
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Thanks!

    I just found your podcast today, searching for the topic ”Rational Recovery”, a method that suits me very well. That episode was really good! Personally I wish I had known of Rational Recovery many years ago - that would have saved me a lot of time and anxiety. I just listened to the books, made a Big Plan, and live style turned immediately!

    Listen to a couple of more episodes, and all of them were just great! Had a lot of laughs! Thanks!

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    5
    Swedish middle aged woman
    Sweden8 months ago
  • Great show

    As someone who is early in recovery, this show is a great listen and I’m excited every time I see a new episode posted. Hoping to see more episodes in 2025.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan (Not Bryan)
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you

    I’m so glad these guys are back. Stayed up late to listen!! A simple, funny reminder that life is still all of the things, only better (and more funny) in sobriety.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulesandJoey
    United States8 months ago

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Many listeners express gratitude for how the hosts make recovery feel accessible and community-oriented, often likening the experience to that of informal conversations among friends.
The show effectively balances personal stories with informative discussions, attracting a consistent audience dedicated to sobriety and mental health.
Listeners appreciate the humor and relatability that the hosts provide while discussing serious topics related to addiction and recovery.

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Deck the Halls with Hope and Healing: The RMA Holiday Recovery Special
Q: What is your intention for 2024?
I want to bring more love to every situation that I'm in.
Beyond the Surface: Scuba Danny’s Dive into Dry January, and Rethinking Your Own Relationship With Alcohol
Q: What was your initial motivation for doing it?
I look at it as a reset and it kind of just puts life back into perspective.
Beyond the Surface: Scuba Danny’s Dive into Dry January, and Rethinking Your Own Relationship With Alcohol
Q: What motivates you to participate in Dry January?
I look at it kind of like the sober months that I try to do as a reset button.
NatX Turns Six! Long Term Sobriety and Getting Your Marbles Back
Q: Did you find that you need more personal space to sort of recharge?
Mike acknowledged that he does need time to check in with himself but struggles to find it.
NatX Turns Six! Long Term Sobriety and Getting Your Marbles Back
Q: Did you feel the need to reevaluate your beliefs, your values, your interest?
NatX explains that he didn't consciously think about it; rather, it happened organically as he became more involved with his family and work.

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Two middle-aged suburban dads engage in candid discussions surrounding their experiences with recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol. The hosts blend humor with personal anecdotes while addressing a wide array of topics relevant to the recovery community, from the efficacy of 12-Step programs to alternative recovery methods. They reflect on societal perceptions of sobriety and share insights from their everyday challenges in maintaining recovery amidst family and work obligations. This unique combination of light-hearted banter and serious discussions provides listeners with relatable content that highlights the intricacies of navigating sobriety in contemporary society.

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