by Duane Osterlind | Jun 16, 2025 | Addiction, Author, Grief & Loss, Healing, hope
Duane is joined by Beau Williams, the author of “One Year With My Soulmate.” We discuss the deeply personal and emotional process of navigating life after such profound loss. Beau courageously opens up about his late partner Melanie’s struggles with...
by Duane Osterlind | Jun 9, 2025 | Addiction Recovery Groups, Prison, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Women Addiction, Women's Prisons
Years ago, Olivia Sproat stood at a crossroads. As a provisional psychologist and former counselor, she was drawn to a unique women’s rehabilitation prison in Australia—a place where the focus on compassion and respect seemed to offer a glimmer of hope. Today,...
by Duane Osterlind | Jun 2, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction, Musician, Recovery, Rock N'Roll
Legendary musician Dion DiMucci joins us to share his extraordinary journey of recovery and growth, shedding light on the transformative power of spirituality and mentorship. Known for timeless hits like “Runaround Sue” and “The Wanderer,” Dion...
by Duane Osterlind | May 27, 2025 | Addiction, Addictive Behaviors, Author, Brain, Science
Mike Long, the brilliant physicist-turned-writer and co-author of “The Molecule of More,” joins us for a riveting conversation on the Addicted Mind Podcast. Together, we dissect the fascinating world of dopamine and its powerful influence over our behavior...
by Duane Osterlind | May 19, 2025 | Addiction, Addictive Behaviors, Gambling Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Mental Health, Military, Recovery
Mark Lucia, Director of Programming at the KindBridge Research Institute, brings his exceptional experience from being a special forces medic to mastering public health and behavioral health program design. Join us as we uncover the systemic barriers that hinder...