Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
215 Odyssey House Journals - Mike Marshall
215 Odyssey House Journals - Mike Marshall
215 Odyssey House Journals - Mike Marshall
Friday 10th October 2025
Join Mike Marshall as he shares his powerful story of addiction, recovery, and resilience with hosts Randall Carlisle and Nicole Slack.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Raw
Informative
Authentic
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Addiction often involves illogical thinking that seems logical to the addict.
- Legal intervention can play a crucial role in accessing recovery programmes.
- 'Recovery' is an ongoing process rather than a definitive state.
- Self-sabotage and complacency are common challenges in maintaining sobriety.
- A change in vocation can be part of a new approach to recovery.
"The cure for it comes from within ourselves, right? And I wonder if it is actually a cure or if it's just daily maintenance."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, TV news legend Randall Carlisle and co-host Nicole Slack sit down with Mike Marshall, a plumber whose life has been a roller coaster of addiction and recovery. From dumpster diving and homelessness to finding hope in sobriety, Mike shares his deeply personal account of battling meth addiction. He candidly discusses the addict's mindset, where illogical choices seem perfectly reasonable when substance use takes over.
Mike recounts his journey from the depths of addiction to his first encounter with Odyssey House in 2019. His story highlights the challenges faced when seeking help, as well as the pivotal role of legal intervention in his path to recovery. The conversation takes a reflective turn as Mike and the hosts explore the notion of 'recovery' versus being 'recovered,' likening addiction to a chronic condition that requires ongoing maintenance rather than a definitive cure.
As they delve into the emotional complexities of relapse, Mike's honesty shines through, revealing the internal battles of self-sabotage and complacency. He discusses his plans to pursue a career as a substance use disorder counsellor, aiming to transform his experiences into a force for helping others. This episode is a raw and authentic portrayal of addiction, offering insights into the struggles and triumphs faced by those on the path to sobriety.
If you're looking for a heartfelt story of resilience and redemption, this conversation with Mike Marshall is not to be missed. What does it take to turn your life around after hitting rock bottom? Tune in to find out.