Matt Brown & Sam Davis

The Party Wreckers

Matt Brown

  • If Lectures Worked, Rehab Would Be A Podcast

If Lectures Worked, Rehab Would Be A Podcast

Wednesday 21st January 2026

Matt Brown and Sam Davis discuss how families can redefine conversations about addiction for real change. Clarity over emotion is key.
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About this podcast

The Party Wreckers
Author:
Matt Brown & Sam Davis
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Conversations That Matter: Redefining Family Talks on Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Families often rehearse conversations without achieving real change.
  • Effective communication requires setting clear boundaries.
  • Tools like Sober Helpline and Family Bridge app support structured guidance.
  • Clarity and structure in conversations lead to better outcomes.
  • It's important to align actions with intentions rather than relying on emotional appeals.
Stop rehearsing the perfect speech. There isn't one. Say less, but mean it more.
How often have you rehearsed a difficult conversation in your head, only to end up avoiding it altogether? In this episode of 'The Party Wreckers', hosts Matt Brown and Sam Davis tackle the tough topic of family conversations about addiction. They explore why families get stuck in a loop of rehearsing, softening, or exploding in discussions, and how these approaches rarely lead to real change.
Instead of chasing the perfect speech, they advocate for setting meaningful boundaries and aligning actions with intentions. Matt and Sam also introduce tools like the Sober Helpline and Family Bridge app, designed to support families navigating the tricky waters of addiction. These resources offer structured guidance and clarity, helping families to make informed decisions without being overwhelmed by panic or emotional chaos. It's about creating an environment where families can align around values and goals, rather than reacting emotionally.
The episode is a candid look at the dynamics of family communication in the context of addiction. It highlights the importance of clarity over emotion and structure over volume. With humour and honesty, Matt and Sam remind us that it's not about winning a conversation but defining the situation clearly. So if you're grappling with how to approach these conversations, this episode offers practical advice and insights to help you move forward with confidence.
Are you ready to redefine how you communicate with your loved ones?
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