Eternal Media
Eternal Media
An Inside Job #5: Transfers and Transformations
An Inside Job #5: Transfers and Transformations
An Inside Job #5: Transfers and Transformations
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Join Adam and Macauley as they discuss addiction recovery from inside HMP Berwyn. Hear their stories of resilience and transformation.
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35 minutes
Honest
Inspiring
Raw
Engaging
Hopeful
About this podcast
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Eternal Media
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episodes:
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Episode Overview
- Changing social circles is crucial for recovery.
- Support systems like Narcotics Anonymous can aid sobriety.
- Setting personal goals helps maintain focus on recovery.
- Prison environments present unique challenges for addicts.
- Rebuilding family relationships is a key motivation.
It's not just me wanting to do it. It's an illness as well. It's like a disease.
What happens when you mix recovery with the realities of prison life? The latest episode of The Recovery Hub Podcast offers a raw and honest conversation with Adam and Macauley, two men currently serving time at HMP Berwyn. Hosted by Lucke, Alex, and Sam, this episode explores the challenges and triumphs of addiction recovery from within the prison walls.
Adam, who is preparing for release, shares his heartfelt desire to reconnect with his daughter, while Macauley bravely discusses living with autism in a prison environment. Their stories highlight the unique struggles faced by inmates, including the negative influences that can hinder recovery efforts. The conversation doesn't shy away from the tough questions—how does one maintain sobriety when surrounded by temptation?
Adam and Macauley emphasise the importance of changing social circles and seeking support, whether through Narcotics Anonymous meetings or leaning on SMS workers for guidance. They both stress the value of setting goals and finding purpose, even in a challenging environment like prison. Listeners are treated to an eye-opening look at the impact of addiction on personal relationships and the arduous journey to rebuild those connections.
With a mix of humour and honesty, the episode encourages reflection on what it means to truly recover and find hope in the darkest times. As Adam and Macauley share their experiences, you're left pondering: What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol and drugs? And how can we support those striving for change in such difficult circumstances? Dive into this engaging episode to find out more about their inspiring paths to recovery.