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Untoxicated Podcast

Matt & Sheri Salis
Alcoholism
Relationships
Recovery
Emotional Safety
Mental Health
Addiction
Sobriety
Family Dynamics
Parenting
Emotional Abuse
Communication
Addiction Recovery
Intimacy
Self-Esteem
Emotional Intimacy
Divorce
Echoes Of Recovery
Alcohol
Alcohol Addiction
Resentment Processing

Sheri and Matt Salis just wanted a regular life–regular marriage, regular careers, a regular house, and happy kids. Instead, they lived a life of lies and terror as they struggled with Matt’s alcoholism and emotional abuse. Unfortunately, their experience is quite regular. Sheri and Matt talk to other experts, to roundtable panels, and to each other. No subjects are off limits: The trauma of activ... more

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When asked about the impact on a relationship when an intoxicated partner begs for or demands sex, and the coercion works because the drinker’s partner is trying to keep the peace, Amanda Dames tells Sheri and Matt that the dynamic damages trust. And... more

Sheri and Matt have covered the ways emotional safety improves relationship dynamic for the person on the receiving end: nervous system regulation, peace and relaxation, and comfort being authentic and vulnerable. In this episode, they consider the b... more

This is the latest essay from our Untoxicated Blog. To read our hundreds of essays on drinking, emotional safety, and the underlying issues of addiction, please go to SoberAndUnashamed.com. We hope you get a lot out of: “Requisite”

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Jane is an Echoes of Recovery OG who taught us to call our growth and healing work, “Discovery,” because there is no going back. After six years of podcast appearances, Jane enlightens Sheri and Matt, once again, revealing the connection between work... more

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Recent Guests

Kim Augustus
Founder of Bloom RDH, alcoholism recovery advocate
Bloom RDH
Episode: Ep346 – Relapse and Divorce with Kim Augustus
Alex Trippier
Host of Be a Happier Parent podcast
Quite Directly Enough / Be a Happier Parent
Episode: Ep344 – Be a Happier Parent with Alex Trippier
Monica Tanner
Certified Relationship Life Therapist, Relational Life Therapist and Sex Therapy Practitioner; author of Bad Marriage Advice; host of Secrets of Happily Ever After
Secrets of Happily Ever After; Bad Marriage Advice
Episode: Ep343 – The Five Love Languages with Monica Tanner
Diana Romanov
Author of Divorce Like a Boss; lawyer licensed in CA and Germany
Divorce Like a Boss
Episode: Ep342 – Divorce Like a Boss with Diana
Mike Hamm
Friend of the hosts, guest
The Hammer / Speaker at Echoes of Recovery
Episode: Ep341 – Embracing Emotional Masculinity with Hammer
Lara Hammock
Clinical social worker and licensed therapist
Lara Hammock Therapy / The Illustrating Therapist
Episode: Ep336 – Ask Lara
Dan Purcell
Intimacy coach and founder of Get Your Marriage On!
Get Your Marriage On!
Episode: Ep334 – Intimacy Coaching with Dan Purcell
Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet
Hosted producer of the No More Wasted Days podcast and content creator
Episode: Ep332 – No More Wasted Days with Sara
Amy Lombardi
Licensed professional counselor and couples therapist
Lombardi Center for Relationships
Episode: Ep331 – Alcohol has No Relationship Value with Amy Lombardi

Hosts

Sheri Salis
Host of Untoxicated Podcast; co-author and researcher focused on recovery, intimate relationships, and emotional health.
Matt Salis
Co-host, researcher, and writer specializing in behavioral health, addiction, and sexuality in relationships.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Too Political!!

    The recent content includes too much self-righteous political commentary and silly chit-chat that’s totally off topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Miraculous Stray
    United States3 months ago
  • Great content

    The content is insightful and very helpful. Suggest more editing to control volume fluctuations and to minimize coughing, etc.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ARC301
    United Statesa year ago
  • Absolutely genius 🫶🏼

    Thank you so much for putting your vulnerability and thoughts into this world. People like Sheri and Matt bring a little much-needed humanity to the terrible family disease.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Languageislife2025
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stop crying

    Please.

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States2 years ago
  • Life Changing

    Matt and Sheri are real, honest and genuine. Finding this podcast changed my life. I felt so alone and that no one understood what life was like with a high functioning alcoholic spouse. Listening to their podcast and joining Echoes validated all my feelings and helped me start to heal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Denver80123
    United States2 years ago

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Audience appreciation for honest, hopeful discussions that validate feelings and promote healing.
Strong support for the show's emphasis on emotional safety and practical resources.
Listeners praise the hosts for vulnerability and real-world guidance on recovery and relationships.
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Ep348 – Ask Lara for Her BEST Relationship Advice
Q: What is the single best piece of marriage advice?
The best advice is to take regular team timeouts when activated, and to set and honor a rule-based timeout that allows both partners to regroup before continuing a difficult conversation.
Ep346 – Relapse and Divorce with Kim Augustus
Q: Was couples therapy effective during these periods of active addiction, and what changed as you moved toward separation?
Couples therapy was often ineffective when the other person attended with a chip on their shoulder; effectiveness declined as underlying issues and relapse patterns persisted, which ultimately contributed to the decision to separate and focus on individual recovery and safer parenting.
Ep346 – Relapse and Divorce with Kim Augustus
Q: What role did detachment play in protecting the kids and yourself, and how did your approach evolve over time?
Detachment evolved from a reactive stance to a deliberate strategy; it was about protecting the children and reducing the addict's ability to trigger reactions, which helped stabilize the family dynamics as boundaries hardened.
Ep345 – ADHD and Alcoholism with Annette and Jason
Q: Jason, when did you first get tested for ADHD, and what happened during the testing period?
Jason describes starting ADHD testing after rehab, with testing occurring during a period of sobriety, though he relapsed and was drinking during the test. He initially tested negative due to being under the influence, and later a second test confirmed ADHD when sobriety was more established.
Ep342 – Divorce Like a Boss with Diana
Q: How should someone prepare for the potential of custody disputes when alcohol is involved?
Document finances, schedules, and caregiving routines; seek temporary orders if needed; and consider tools like sober-link and supervised visitation to ensure safety and accountability.

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What is Untoxicated Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two long-running hosts share candid conversations about addiction, recovery, and relationship dynamics, often featuring guests who bring clinical, therapeutic, or lived-experience perspectives. Episodes blend personal storytelling with actionable tools around communication, emotional safety, and boundaries, highlighting how recovery affects intimacy, parenting, and family life. The format frequently includes expert guests, roundtable-style discussions, and practical resources for couples navigating alcoholism and emotional abuse, with a strong emphasis on accountability, community support, and ongoing growth. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous, research-informed insight with vulnerable, real-world storytelling that resonates with l... more

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