EP 363: Ted Perkins: Sobriety, Movies, and Recovery Movie MeetupsEP 363: Ted Perkins: Sobriety, Movies, and Recovery Movie Meetups
Sobertown Podcast
Ted Perkins shares his journey to sobriety through films and discusses his innovative Recovery Movie Meetups program.
48:39•26 Jun 2024
Ted Perkins: Movies as a Pathway to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Ted Perkins watched 100 movies about addiction and recovery in 100 days.
- His book 'Addicted In Film' explores the role of movies in understanding addiction.
- The Recovery Movie Meetups program uses films as a therapeutic tool.
- Movies can help people reflect, re-evaluate, and make better choices.
- Multiple pathways to sobriety are emphasised, with films offering a unique approach.
“When you're not drinking or using or messing around with that bullshit, you've got nothing but possibilities in front of you”
Ted Perkins, a former Hollywood executive and passionate advocate for sobriety, joins the Sobertown Podcast to share his unique journey and innovative approach to recovery. Ted recounts his ambitious project of watching 100 movies about addiction and recovery in 100 days, which inspired his book 'Addicted In Film'. His experience in the film industry led him to create the Recovery Movie Meetups program, where movies are used as a tool for therapy and discussion in recovery groups.
Ted's method combines film analysis with structured therapeutic activities, offering a fresh perspective on the recovery process. He emphasises the importance of multiple pathways to sobriety and how movies can help people reflect, re-evaluate, and make better choices. Ted's passion for helping others shines through as he discusses the scientific validation behind his program and its potential to revolutionise addiction recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for innovative ways to support their recovery journey or those interested in the intersection of film and therapy. Don't miss out on Ted's inspiring story and his groundbreaking approach to sobriety.
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