Joe C
Joe C
Replay Leslie Jamison and her book The Recovering
Replay Leslie Jamison and her book The Recovering
Replay Leslie Jamison and her book The Recovering
Tuesday 21st October 2025
Explore the intersection of creativity and sobriety with Leslie Jamison as she discusses her book 'The Recovering' and shares her personal journey.
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Episode Overview
- Explores how sobriety impacts creativity for writers and artists.
- Discusses Leslie Jamison's book 'The Recovering' and its unique blend of memoir and research.
- Highlights the personal struggles and triumphs in Jamison's journey to sobriety.
- Features insights from musicians Steve and Lucy of Acid Test on addiction and mental health.
- Examines the role of clichés in recovery narratives.
"Booze offered this other way of being that felt freer. By the end of my drinking, it didn't feel very free at all."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of Rebellion Dogs Radio features a compelling conversation with author Leslie Jamison, who shares insights from her book 'The Recovering'. Set in the lobby of Toronto's King Edward Hotel, host Joe C engages with Jamison on the nuances of addiction, recovery, and the impact of sobriety on creativity.
The episode explores the complex relationship between substance use and artistic expression, delving into the lives of iconic American writers like Raymond Carver and Jean Rhys. Jamison shares her personal experiences with addiction and recovery, offering a candid look at the struggles and triumphs of living sober. Listeners will also hear from Lucy Desanto, lead singer of the 1990s band Acid Test, who discusses her journey from addiction to becoming a treatment counsellor.
The episode wraps up with a track from Acid Test's latest album, 'Just Right,' which reflects on the desire for normalcy amidst the chaos of addiction. This episode sheds light on the personal battles against addiction. It challenges the notion that creativity is stifled by sobriety and explores how recovery can lead to newfound sources of inspiration.
If you've ever wondered what it takes to find creativity on the other side of addiction, this episode provides an honest and engaging exploration. What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Dive into these compelling narratives and find out.