Brock M Bevell
Brock M Bevell
Alcoholism Is An Equal Opportunity Destroyer, Even For The FBI
Alcoholism Is An Equal Opportunity Destroyer, Even For The FBI
Alcoholism Is An Equal Opportunity Destroyer, Even For The FBI
Tuesday 15th March 2022
Retired FBI agent Michael Van Meter shares his journey from addiction to advocacy on 'Chase The Vase' with host Brock Bevell.
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Get the buttons here!FBI Agent Michael Van Meter's Journey from Addiction to Advocacy
In my podcast, Recovery is Possible, has a lot of episodes that talk. I definitely had the genetic predisposition towards it, and that came from my family. But if you're never exposed to alcohol, then it's never going to start that progression.
Ever wondered how addiction can touch even the most disciplined professionals? Meet Michael Van Meter, a retired FBI agent who faced his own battle with alcoholism. In this episode of 'Chase The Vase', hosted by Brock Bevell, Michael opens up about his struggles and triumphs, shedding light on the pervasive nature of addiction. Michael's career is nothing short of impressive. He served as a helicopter pilot in the U.S.
Navy, a corrections officer, a Washington DC police officer, and finally, an FBI agent. Yet, despite his professional achievements, years of trauma and internal conflicts at work led him down a path of heavy drinking. As an instructor at the FBI Academy, Michael developed a course called 'Leading At-Risk Employees'. This course aimed to educate police executives on handling issues like alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence within their teams.
His firsthand experience made the course not just informative but deeply personal. In this heartfelt conversation, Michael discusses the importance of seeking help and the role of education in tackling addiction within law enforcement. He also touches on the dangers of prescription drug abuse and the genetic factors that can predispose individuals to addiction. This episode is a powerful reminder that addiction doesn't discriminate and that support and education are crucial in overcoming it.
Whether you're battling addiction yourself or looking to understand its impact on others, Michael's story offers valuable insights and hope.