Erica Pin
Erica Pin
Addiction and the Media: Music
Addiction and the Media: Music
Addiction and the Media: Music
Sunday 17th December 2023
Discover how music captures addiction and recovery in this RAAD Podcast episode. Join the hosts as they discuss empowering songs and community collaboration.
21 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Healing
Engaging
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Author:
Erica Pin
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
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Episode Overview
- The episode explores the portrayal of addiction in music and its potential to foster understanding and solidarity
- Highlighted songs include 'Recovery' by James Arthur and 'Starting Over' by Macklemore, emphasizing empowering messages of recovery and the raw depiction of relapse
- Discussion delves into Kendrick Lamar's 'Swimming Pools,' exploring the song's portrayal of peer pressure and the societal norms around alcohol use
- The hosts reflect on the educational and healing aspects of music, underscoring its role in connecting individuals and educating listeners about diverse experiences
- Listeners are encouraged to engage by sharing their own song suggestions, with the possibility of creating a collaborative community playlist
Recovery isn't a linear journey. Relapses can happen, but those do not have to be perceived as failures or as a person's inability to recover.
Ever felt the power of a song to capture your deepest emotions? In this episode of the RAAD Podcast, the hosts dive into how music portrays addiction and recovery. They chat about songs by artists who have faced their own battles, like James Arthur's 'Recovery' and Macklemore's 'Starting Over'. These tracks don't just entertain; they tell raw stories of relapse and the tough road to healing.
Kendrick Lamar's 'Swimming Pools' also gets a spotlight, as the hosts unpack its commentary on peer pressure and drinking culture, especially in university settings. The conversation isn't just about the struggles but also about finding solidarity and understanding through music. The hosts highlight how music can educate and connect people from different walks of life. They also invite listeners to join the conversation by sharing their own song suggestions, aiming to create a collaborative playlist that reflects the community's experiences.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how melodies and lyrics can bridge gaps and foster a sense of togetherness in the journey of recovery.