Recovery Coast to Coast

RC2C host Neil Scott has an up-close recovery conversation with award-winning singer/songwriter Steve Poltz, who wrote the monster hit for Jewel - You Were Made For Me! Steve, who should have been dead many times over, is a grateful guy in long-term recovery. Check him out onstage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9D53jWW0Lg&t=901s

RC2C host Neil Scott presents an emotional interview with a former Seattle television personality whose 19-year-old daughter died from a drug overdose. It's a tragic story, filled with inspiration, courage, and hope.

Host Neil Scott explores what happens when addiction treatment professionals, who are in recovery, have a relapse. Should they be fired? Allowed to keep their job? Forced into treatment? Scott Kelley, one of the top treatment professionals in Texas, talks about a very successful program, called TAPNET.

Host Neil Scott welcomes Dr. Thomas McGovern, noted addiction professor emeritus from Texas Tech University, and Lily Dulan, a well respected Southern California psychotherapist and author of the top-selling book: Giving Grief Meaning". Lily is also a woman in long-term recovery. And actress Julie Harris will share some personal thoughts on prayer.

Recovery is as Recovery does ... and Joan Browne does it quite well! She has 38 years of recovery, and 28 years working for Turning Point of Tampa, one of the top treatment centers in the country. Her story is truly inspirational! And Dick Van Dyke will share some thoughts on risk and change!

RC2C host Neil Scott chats with fellow podcaster Rob Lohman, whose journey in recovery includes suicide attempts, numerous felonies, gambling addiction, and a stint in prison while in recovery. An amazing miracle! And Dick Van Dyke chimes in with his thoughts on miracles, as well!

Former First Lady Betty Ford's daughter, Susan, shares an intimate account of her mother's descent into addiction, the intervention that saved her life, and her long-term recovery (33 years), including the founding of the Betty Ford Center (www.hazeldenbettyford.org). Susan also talks about the gift of recovery for her and her family. Plus, legendary actress Julie Harris offers some thoughts on patience and the progress of recovery.

In this edition of RC2C, Neil Scott shares a conversation with Stephen Vega, from the organization 'The Phoenix" (www.thephoenix.org), which is centered around sober activities. He also shares his personal journey in recovery. Then a musician in long-term recovery, Richie Wall, shares his story and his mission to 'carry the message' with music. Also, legendary actor Dick Van Dyke will share insight on living from miracle to miracle!

RC2C host Neil Scott has a conversation about drinking, using, and long-term recovery with Megan Weaver, who has been in recovery for 18 years. Plus, candid comments about recovery from actor Josh Brolin and Singer/Fashion Designer/Actress Jessica Simpson. And award-winning actor Lou Gossett Jr. will have some thoughts on maturity and spirituality!

In this episode of "Recovery - Coast to Coast, the National Podcast," Neil Scott shares a conversation with George Comisky, a man who has been growing in recovery over the past 32 years. Plus, some inspirational words from legendary actress Julie Harris. Recovery is, as Recovery does!

This edition of RC2C is being published on the 16th anniversary of the terrestrial AM radio debut of Recovery - Coast to Coast, which was produced and hosted by iHeart Radio's Neil Scott For the first 15 years, it was a nightly 2-hour show. This year it was upgraded to a national podcast. In this edition, Singer/Songwriter Peter Yarrow (Peter, Paul & Mary) talks openly about the joys of recovery. And Elizbeth Patterson shares her 11 year, one-day-at-a-time journey in long-term recovery.

RC2C host Neil Scott talks with Joe Powell, who on the date of publishing this episode, celebrates 33 years of long-term recovery! Joe shares his roadmap to recovery. Plus, legendary actor Dick Van Dyke shares his thoughts on recovery, knowing full well that 'anything can happen.'

Julie was given her first drink of alcohol when she was just 2 weeks old, by her alcoholic grandfather; Jimmy was paralyzed and nearly died from having 6 alcohol-induced grand mal seizures. Both now have a combined 67 years of long-term recovery. They share their story of experience, strength and hope with RC2C host Neil Scott.

A 2019 finalist in NBC-TV's "The Voice" - Ian Flanigan - shares his musical journey, as well as his journey in recovery with RC2C host Neil Scott. His follow-up concert at the 2021 TAAP Conference in San Antonio, TX can be found at https://soundcloud.com/neil-scott-seattle/the-taap-2021-ian-flanagan-concert-sept-9-2021

On June 20, 2021, we lost a true leader and legend in the field of addiction treatment - Dr.Joe Pursch. He played a pivotal role in the treatment of former First Lady Betty Ford, astronaut Buzz Aldrin (the second man to walk on the moon), Billy Carter (brother of former President Jimmy Carter), country singer Larry Gatlin, and many others. Dr. Pursch changed the face of understanding, about alcoholism as a treatable disease. RC2C host Neil Scott pays tribute to Dr. Pursch, with clips from his films; along with an interview Neil did with him a few years ago; , plus comments from Thomas 'Hollywood' Henderson, Grammy-winning country superstar Larry Gatlin, and Susan Bales Ford, daughter of former First Lady Betty Ford. , Plus friends and colleagues John Frederick and Len Baltzer share memories, as well. And we also will hear from Joe Pursch, Jr., Doctor Pursch's oldest son.

Host Neil Scott visits with Marvin Ventrell, CEO of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Programs (NAATP), who shares info on membership expansion, the new Foundation for Research, Science and Education. Plus an update on the upcoming NAATP National Addiction Leadership Conference. And then, from the audio archives, a conversation with Blair N., who shares her recovery journey. Mike Hickey co-hosts.

Host Neil Scott is joined by Scott Kelley, Immediate Past President of the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals (TAAP) to talk about the exciting 47th Annual TAAPCoference on Addiction Studies and the theme "What the World Needs Now is Love," which will be September 8-11 at the Hyatt Hill Country Resort in San Antonio Texas. One of the keynote speakers will be Betty Ford's daughter Susan Ford Bales!! Plus we'll hear from Ruvin M, who began drinking and using drugs at the age of 12 and lived in a recycling bin as a runaway. He has now been in recovery for four years. It's a story of persistence, ingenuity, and grace. It's a story of long-term recovey!

Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Mary Gauthier is now a best-selling author! Her new book is called 'Saved by a Song - The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting'. She joins host Neil Scott to talk about what it was like (in recovery and in music), what happened, and what it's like now! And then Neil and co-host Brian Abker go into the audio archives for a fascinating journey into 'one day at a time' recovery. It's like a 'recovery field trip!

In this edition of Recovery Coast to Coast - the National Podcast, host Neil Scott takes listeners on a journey through time ... featuring archival audio clips from one of the pioneers of the alcoholism movement, R. Brinkley Smithers, along with audio from his wife Adele, their son Christopher, and his daughter - R. Brinkley Smithers granddaughter, Brinkley - who is carrying on the tradition of help and hope!

RC2C host Neil Scott discusses the relapse of Kelly Osbourne, after 4 years of recovery, as Kelly talks about what it was like, what happened and what it's like now. Then Don Tennison,a prominent authority on Marijuana, talks about the pitfalls of legalized marijuana, and Dick Van Dyke, a grateful alcoholic in long-term recovery, shares some thoughts on 'bondage of self.'

Tony P., a person in long-term recovery talks about his addiction, his relapses, and eventual recovery. In addition, Emmy, Tony and Grammy Awad winning actorDick Van Dyke shares his thoughts on guilt and remorse.

RC2C host Neil Scott talks treatment for Opioid Addiction with Dr. Marv Seppala, the Chief Medical Officer of the Hazelden-Betty Ford Centers. Then, a visit with Brian Cuban, a lawyer is long-term recovery (author of The Addicted Lawyer), followed by Academy Award-winning actor Anthony Hopkinsreflecting on 45 years of continuous recovery!

Neil Scott discusses the Opioid epidemic and new treatment methods, with Dr. Marv Seppala, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Hazelden-Betty Ford Treatment Center. Plus . . an interview with Dr. Al Mooney, MD, author of 'The Recovery Book.'

In this edition of 'Recovery Coast to Coast - The National Podcast,' Host Neil Scott takes a deep dive into the perilous addiction and extraordinary long-term recovery of 'The Wanz.' He won two Grammys for the monster hit my Maclemore - Thriftshop - in 2013. However, it's his recovery that he is most proud of!

Multiple Tony Award winner Ben Vereen discusses his addiction and severe consequences, as he traversed the road to long-term recovery. Also, national recovery advocate Donald MacDonald talks about the importance of putting a face and voice to recovery.

NY-based Singer/Songwriter Andrea Wittgens joins RC2C host Neil Scott to discuss her music career, well as her descent into the depths of addiction and her journey into recovery!

Our first guest is legendary sports Agent Leigh Steinberg, who was the inspiration for the mega-hit film 'Jerry McGuire'. He talks about his rises to fame, his addiction, and most importantly, his recovery. He is now back on top, with gratitude for his one-day-at-a-time recovery!