Joe C
Joe C
Replay: Episode 41 Addiction & Recovery from Criminal Justice to Rock 'n' Roll (2019)
Replay: Episode 41 Addiction & Recovery from Criminal Justice to Rock 'n' Roll (2019)
Replay: Episode 41 Addiction & Recovery from Criminal Justice to Rock 'n' Roll (2019)
Friday 5th August 2022
Michael J Bryant and Lucy discuss their battles with addiction and recovery, highlighting the impact of the criminal justice system and the healing power of music.
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Religion & Spirituality
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Get the buttons here!From Courtrooms to Concerts: Challenging Addiction Stigmas
The thing that is at the heart of all of his criminal legal problems is alcohol in his case. And so getting him to see that, by way of giving him a consequence that shows him that his life is unmanageable, combined with a point in the right direction- and forcing abstinence is not a point in the right direction- that's actually just going to make him breach the bail hearing- sorry, the bail terms, and then he's going to be back in jail instead.
What do a former Attorney General and a rock 'n' roll bassist have in common? Both have faced the uphill battle of addiction and are here to share their stories. In this engaging episode of Rebellion Dogs Radio, host Joe C brings together two unique perspectives on overcoming addiction and the societal stigmas that come with it. First up, Michael J Bryant, author and former Attorney General, opens up about his book 'Mere Addiction'.
He takes a hard look at how the criminal justice system often sets addicts up for failure with abstinence bail conditions. Bryant doesn't hold back as he critiques these policies, calling them a way of 'manufacturing crime'. His insights are a must-hear for anyone interested in how the legal system impacts addiction recovery. Then, meet Lucy, an addiction counselor by day and a rock 'n' roll star by night.
Her journey from battling addiction to returning to the stage is nothing short of inspiring. Lucy's story highlights the power of music as a healing tool and offers a fresh perspective on recovery. This episode dives into essential topics like harm reduction versus abstinence, the role of spirituality in recovery, and the profound impact of addiction on families. It's a compelling listen for anyone looking to understand addiction from multiple angles and find hope in the process.