Podcast by Christopher White and Max Thomas
26 April 2026
In this powerful episode of Addicted To Recovery, the hosts sit down with Greg, a close friend and recovering addict, to explore his journey through addiction, trauma, and long-term recovery.
Greg shares how a devastating accident—shattering his heel after a fall—became a turning point in his life. With over a dozen surgeries, chronic pain, and uncertainty about his future, he was forced to slow down and fully commit to recovery. What could have been a breaking point instead became a foundation for growth, resilience, and spiritual connection.
The conversation dives deep into:
Greg also reflects on major life milestones in recovery, including marriage, fatherhood, and rebuilding relationships—proving that transformation is possible with commitment and support.
This episode is an honest, raw, and inspiring look at what it truly means to stay clean, face life head-on, and grow into a better version of yourself.
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19 April 2026
In this powerful episode of Addicted to Recovery, the hosts sit down with John, who returns two years after his first appearance to share what’s changed—and it’s nothing short of remarkable.
Now nearly four years clean, John opens up about rebuilding his life from the ground up: becoming a full-time father, working in drug and alcohol services, and even being invited to Buckingham Palace for his contributions to the recovery community.
The conversation dives deep into:
John’s story is raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful—a testament to what’s possible when someone fully surrenders and commits to change.
“From crack house to Buckingham Palace in four years.”
If you’re struggling, in recovery, or supporting someone who is—this episode is a must-listen.
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12 April 2026
In this powerful episode of Addicted to Recovery, Chris and Max welcome back returning guest Kent—nearly 10 years clean and sober—for an honest and deeply moving conversation about addiction, recovery, and what it really means to rebuild a life.
Kent shares his journey from high-flying success—playing elite rugby, studying at Oxford, and earning millions in the finance world—to hitting rock bottom in rehab, feeling completely empty despite “having it all.” He opens up about the hidden struggles of high achievers, the dangers of chasing external success, and how addiction can thrive behind wealth, status, and ambition.
Now working as a counselor and mentor, Kent helps clients around the world navigate addiction, imposter syndrome, trauma, and the pressures of success. Together, the hosts explore:
This episode is a raw reminder that recovery isn’t just about getting clean—it’s about finding purpose, connection, and meaning beyond the chaos.
If you’ve ever felt like external success wasn’t enough—or you’re on your own recovery journey—this conversation will resonate deeply.
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05 April 2026
In this episode of Addicted to Recovery, Jack shares his powerful journey from early addiction to nearly two years clean. Growing up with a lack of emotional support, he spent much of his life searching for validation in external things—first through food and obsessions, and later through drugs and alcohol. What began as experimentation quickly escalated into dangerous and destructive behaviour, driven by a desire to escape his own thoughts and feelings.
After reaching a breaking point in his relationship, Jack found hope in recovery meetings and made the decision to change. Now a father, he reflects on how connection, honesty, and community helped him rebuild his life and find a new way to live.
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29 March 2026
This episode of Addicted to Recovery focuses on a major milestone, as Max celebrates seven years of sobriety. The conversation reflects on how life has changed since active addiction, highlighting the contrast between past behaviors and the present sense of freedom, gratitude, and connection.
The hosts begin by discussing a recent stag weekend, showing that it’s possible to fully enjoy social events without alcohol or drugs. Despite late nights and high-energy environments, they describe feeling genuinely present, free, and even euphoric while sober. This stands in stark contrast to their past, where substance use often led to insecurity, paranoia, and a lack of real enjoyment.
A key theme throughout the episode is the idea of an internal “void.” During addiction, both hosts tried to fill this emptiness with material success, money, and status, believing these things would bring lasting happiness. However, they explain that the more they chased these external rewards, the more empty they felt. Even in wealthy, image-driven environments, feelings of comparison and inadequacy can still surface, reinforcing the idea that external validation doesn’t solve internal struggles.
Instead, recovery has taught them that true fulfillment comes from connection. Building relationships, being honest about struggles, helping others, and engaging in recovery communities have become essential tools. These practices replace substances as coping mechanisms and provide a deeper, more sustainable sense of purpose and wellbeing.
The episode also explores how recovery has transformed their relationships, particularly with family. Where addiction once caused distance, selfishness, and instability, sobriety has allowed them to be present, caring, and emotionally available. Both hosts reflect on how close they came to losing their families, and how that fear became a turning point that pushed them to fully commit to change.
Ultimately, the episode emphasizes that real freedom doesn’t come from substances, money, or status, but from living authentically and being connected to others. Max describes feeling “rich inside,” highlighting a shift from external success to internal peace and gratitude. The conversation reinforces that recovery is not just about stopping harmful behaviors, but about building a meaningful and fulfilling life.
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23 March 2026
In this episode of Addicted to Recovery, we sit down with Martin, who shares an honest and powerful account of his journey through addiction, relapse, and long-term recovery.
Growing up in a loving home, Martin always felt like he didn’t quite belong. That underlying feeling followed him into his teenage years, where alcohol quickly became the solution — giving him confidence, connection, and a sense of ease he’d never experienced before. From there, things escalated. What started as partying turned into years of drug and alcohol use, eventually becoming a daily necessity.
Despite building a successful career in the city and maintaining the appearance of a normal life, addiction was always at the centre of everything. Behind the scenes, Martin was living a double life — lying, hiding, and constantly chasing the next escape.
It wasn’t until his mid-40s, when the consequences began to catch up with him, that things started to unravel. Relationships broke down, work suffered, and he found himself back at square one — forced to confront the reality of his situation.
Martin talks openly about hitting rock bottom, returning to recovery, and what finally changed this time around. From daily routines like prayer and meditation to the importance of consistency, connection, and humility, he shares what it really takes to stay sober long term.
This conversation dives deep into the mindset of addiction — the self-centred thinking, the denial, and the illusion of control — as well as the growth that comes with recovery.
Today, Martin is nearly seven years clean. He’s rebuilt relationships with his family, found peace in his daily life, and now helps others on their own journey through sponsorship and service.
This episode is a reminder that no matter how far things go, change is always possible — but it requires honesty, willingness, and action.
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