Sober October Survival Guide & A Local Fentanyl, Crack, Heroin, Stolen Car, Shootout and Cocaine Drug Bust!

Sober October Survival Guide & A Local Fentanyl, Crack, Heroin, Stolen Car, Shootout and Cocaine Drug Bust!

Recovery in the Middle Ages - Two Middle-Aged Suburban Dads Talk About Recovering From Addiction to Drugs & Alcohol.

Episode 122: Recovery 101-Sober October and Other Scary Recovery Concepts   It’s back to basics this week, as Mike and Nat talk about how to have a successful Sober October and how to use the popular challenge as a way to springboard forward into a m...

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1:48:5610 Oct 2023

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Sober October Strategies and a Wild Drug Bust Tale

Episode Overview

  • Sober October can help identify personal drinking patterns.
  • A humorous take on challenges in the sobriety journey.
  • Local news highlights a dramatic drug bust.
  • Wine Spectator's controversial view on sobriety.
  • Exploring diverse recovery programs and methods.
So, you know, I don't care whether you're talking about fancy wine or whether you're talking about beer. I mean, if I were selling a product that is basically poison, I wouldn't be on such a high fucking horse about, you know, what people who are trying to discourage people from drinking are up to.

Ever thought about taking on Sober October but worried about making it through? Mike and Nat, the suburban dads behind 'Recovery in the Middle Ages', have got your back. In this episode, they share practical tips for navigating a month without booze and how it can be a stepping stone to a longer recovery journey. They break down the basics of staying sober, from finding support networks to avoiding common pitfalls.

But that's not all – Nat's back from DopeyCon IV with some wild stories, and Mike recounts his gritty Fear City tour of the Lower East Side with John Joseph of the Cro-Mags. And just when you think things can't get more intense, they dive into a local drug bust involving fentanyl, crack, heroin, and a stolen car shootout. Alongside these tales, they discuss why publications like Wine Spectator might be nervous about the growing sober movement.

This episode blends humor, honesty, and some jaw-dropping stories to keep you engaged and informed. Perfect for anyone curious about sobriety or looking for some relatable recovery chat.

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