MDs & Experts Episodes

Dr. Samantha Harte’s story begins with a moment that reveals the duality so many people in addiction face: the night she was accepted into a doctoral program for physical therapy was also the night she overdosed on cocaine. Outwardly successful, inwardly unraveling, Samantha spent years trying to manage her addiction through survival strategies—perfectionism, control, people‑pleasing—before she ever understood the deeper roots of her suffering. In this powerful conversation, Samantha shares h...

In Part II of our special series on the DEA cannabis rescheduling hearings, expert witnesses Dr. Philip Drum, Dr. Ken Finn, and Dr. Karen Randall continue their detailed breakdown of the medical evidence the DEA is ignoring. Dr. Finn opens with shocking data from Colorado: 70% of dispensaries surveyed encouraged pregnant women to use marijuana during the first trimester, despite this being the most critical period of fetal brain development. He cites the NIH‑funded ABCD study showing that chi...

In this urgent episode, three nationally recognized physicians — Dr. Philip Drum, Dr. Ken Finn, and Dr. Karen Randall — testify before the DEA to oppose the proposal to move marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. Their expert witness statements reveal the medical, scientific, and public‑health dangers that rescheduling would create. Dr. Philip Drum, a national expert on the Controlled Substances Act, explains why marijuana has never met the FDA’s requirement for “accepted medical use.” He...

Whitney Yeager shares the tragic story of her son's marijuana-induced psychosis and the impact it had on his life. She emphasizes the dangers of high-potency marijuana and the need for education and awareness. Whitney also discusses the importance of recognizing the signs of marijuana use and seeking help. Takeaways High-potency marijuana poses significant risks to the developing brain, leading to addiction and psychosis. Parents and educators should educate themselves on the signs of ...

The conversation with Dr. Drum covers the adverse effects of marijuana use, the classification of controlled substances, the impact of marijuana legalization on banking, and the association between marijuana use and mass murders. Dr. Drum emphasizes the lack of medical evidence for marijuana and the need for testing for THC in law enforcement and coroner reports. Takeaways Adverse effects of marijuana use Impact of marijuana legalization on banking Association between marijuana u...

The conversation delves into the controversy surrounding medical marijuana, highlighting the lack of scientific evidence, safety studies, and expert acceptance. It also explores the implications of THC concentration and the state's approval of marijuana for medical use. Takeaways Medical marijuana lacks standardized chemistry and reproducibility. Inadequate safety and efficacy studies undermine the credibility of medical marijuana. Chapters 00:00 Medical Marijuana vs. Cann...

The conversation covers the personal tragedy that led to advocacy, the evolution of marijuana, the impact of THC, roadside testing, controlled substance classification, medical marijuana misconceptions, marijuana research and FDA approval, and the impact of marijuana legalization. It also addresses the public health and safety concerns, marijuana-related incidents, and the need for advocacy and action. Takeaways Marijuana's evolution has led to higher THC concentrations The legal sys...

In this episode of The Addiction Podcast — Point of No Return, Jeff Jones explains how growing up in a family shaped by addiction led him to rethink how recovery truly works. He describes the unsafe dynamic between his mother and alcoholic grandfather — “it wasn’t safe for me to love him in my mother’s presence” — and how those early mixed messages inspired his lifelong curiosity about how families become part of the solution. After becoming a therapist, Jeff saw the same harmful patterns rep...

The conversation delves into the evolution of marijuana, the medical use of marijuana, ethical and medical concerns, the impact on adolescents and pregnant women, psychosis and cognitive impact, adolescent use and education, clinical experience and treatment, resources for factual information, and recommendations for safe use. Takeaways High-potency THC products pose significant health risks Education and awareness are crucial in addressing the dangers of marijuana use Organiz...

Think you know the risks of unregulated CBD and cannabis? Dr. Kenneth Finn is here to pull back the curtain. He’s a board-certified pain specialist who has spent decades studying the science that the industry often ignores. Learn why he’s fighting for better safety rules and what every consumer needs to watch out for. Dr. Kenneth P. Finn is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Pain Medicine, known for his extensive work in pain management, medical cannabi...

What if the answer to stopping violence isn't what we’ve been told? This week, Diane Stein joins us to talk about the chilling documentary, Prescription for Violence. She’s revealing the evidence that links mass shootings to dangerous psychiatric drugs. It is a side of the story the media rarely talks about, and once you hear it, you’ll never look at the news the same way again Is the medication meant to help us actually making the world more dangerous? Diane Stein is sounding the alarm on a ...

One heart can change a moment, but many hearts can change the world. Meet Kim Bellas, the powerhouse behind the global movements Sober is the New Cool® and the White Heart Initiative®. From launching an International Recovery Walk that spans 38 countries to hosting the iconic White Party in NYC, Kim is on a mission to prove that wellness belongs to everyone. With 125+ global podcast appearances and a deeply personal story of family healing—including her son Matthew’s 8-year recovery—Kim is a ...

Amy Newman is a mother, entrepreneur, and recovery advocate who built her life’s mission out of her own journey through addiction and long-term sobriety. After years of silently struggling and trying to hold everything together on the outside, Amy reached a turning point that changed the course of her life. Choosing to come forward, tell the truth, and ask for help marked the beginning of her transformation and ultimately the start of her calling to help others do the same. Now 22 years sober, ...

Dr. Robert Beltran isn't just a doctor—he's a man who healed himself to heal others.A highly respected triple board-certified surgeon and pharmacist ($MD, PharmD, FACS$), Dr. Beltran had a decades-long career as an ENT and cosmetic surgeon, giving him a rare, deep understanding of the human body, from biochemistry to the operating room.His life and career changed in 2014 when a severe accident left him battling chronic pain, cognitive fog, and depression. What traditional medicine couldn't fix...

Duke Rumely is a former alcoholic who has been sober since 1989. Since then he realized that what was needed at concerts and sporting events was an area for those who are sober and trying to remain that way. He founded Sober AF Entertainment and is making great strides in leading the sober movement - making sober the popular to be for young and old alike. For information on upcoming events with SAFE spaces, visit their website: https://www.soberafe.com/ https://www.safemusicfestival.com/ HELP...

Steven May is a federal whistleblower who took on one of the biggest pharmaceutical companies in the world: Purdue Pharma. His case, which once reached the Supreme Court, exposed what he believes was a calculated fraud that led to the approval of OxyContin and helped create the opioid crisis. In this powerful interview, May shares the eye-opening details he uncovered during discovery. He reveals how his legal battle, though ultimately dismissed on a technicality, would have argued that if Purdu...

You don't want to miss this interview with Beatty Carmichael, a spiritual health breakthrough expert who has a created a prayer-based process that has helped thousands of people break free from addiction, trauma, emotional torment, and chronic pain. What makes his approach so unique is that it is not based on religion, therapy, or medication, but on the science of how spiritual laws govern breakthrough and healing. His process consistently sees a 90% success rate, even in cases where traditional...

Get Ready for a Deep Dive Into Global Drug Enforcement and National Security Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Derek S. Maltz, a 28-year veteran of the DEA and one of the most influential voices in the fight against transnational crime. As the former Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Special Operations Division (SOD), Derek led over 500 personnel and helped coordinate the capture of cartel kingpins like El Chapo Guzmán. Maltz played a pivotal role in transforming global drug enfor...

Dr. Frederic Luskin is a psychologist who has been teaching at Stanford University for the past 30 years. He has a Ph. D in Counseling and Health Psychology from Stanford University and holds clinical licenses as a Psychologist and a Marriage and...

Dr. Frederic Luskin is a psychologist who has been teaching at Stanford University for the past 30 years. He has a Ph. D in Counseling and Health Psychology from Stanford University and holds clinical licenses as a Psychologist and a Marriage and...

Dan Zsido has had 15 years of narcotics investigative experience with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. He established and supervised the Strategic Diversion Task Force investigating pharmaceutical crimes, doctor shopping, fraud, trafficking and...

A successful businesswoman and well-known political leader, Congresswoman Mary Bono (ret.) was hailed as the "embodiment of powerful American womanhood" by the Washington Times, rising to become Chairman of the influential U.S. House Subcommittee on...

Marcel Gemme is a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist (DATS) and a member of NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals who concentrates on helping families find help for their loved ones. He is the founder and CEO of DRS, which includes...

Dr. Tracy Strawberry is an international speaker, published author, CEO, and wife of baseball legend Darryl Strawberry. After many years of battling addiction, alcoholism and other life controlling issues, Tracy surrendered her life to Jesus Christ...