Podcasts by Metz & A Monk

Metz & A Monk

Radical Recovery Radio

A series of podcasts discussing the issues and solutions relating to drug and alcohol addiction. Michael Metz is a recovering alcoholic, now sober for 15 years. Lama Tomas has also been in recovery for 10 years. These conversations may be lighthearted and animated, however, we hope this podcast can plant seeds for conversation and be of help to anyone currently struggling in addiction.

Producer - David Mattox
Artist - Mac Wolfe

Further podcasts by David Mattox

Podcast on the topic Gesundheit und Fitness

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Metz & A Monk
The Itty Bitty S***ty Committee from 2020-03-19T16:09:09

No, we are not talking about Metz, The Monk, and the Lynchpin.  The committee is the negative self talk going on between your ears.


Instrumental - Souls of Mischier "Cab ...

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The Tension Of Intention from 2019-11-26T16:41:39

 

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Remember This. from 2019-11-21T17:00

 

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The Struggle Is Real from 2019-11-18T17:00

 

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Enter the Demigodz from 2019-11-14T17:00

A look at the Wheel of Existence, a Buddhist philosophy on the realms of reincarnation.


"Satisfaction" - Rolling Stones

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Check Up from The Neck Up from 2019-11-11T19:47:21

Keeping your ego in check.


Instrumental - "Unexplained" by Gravediggaz

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T.I.M.E. from 2019-08-30T16:00

"Things I must earn".  An interview with Mike G.


Instrumental- "All Caps" by Madvillain

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Rituals Over Relapse from 2019-08-26T14:00

A discussion on relapse prevention, harm reduction, and daily reprieves.


Song- "Basic Instinct" by Quasimoto

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Don't Should All over Yourself! from 2019-08-08T14:00

You "should" on yourself and you will be covered in dukkha.  Right speech is a critical thing to practice, substituting certain words in the place of others can be a small start. 

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BobbleHeadz from 2019-08-06T15:00

The mirror has no opinion it can only reflect who you are.


Instrumental - "ZZZ Top" by Aesop Rock

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The Seduction of Destruction from 2019-07-25T16:00

As you navigate the comet field of seduction, keep your eyes on the tools you have in recovery.  Take your hands off the control panel and you will find yourself crash landing.


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On Desire from 2019-07-23T16:13:40

'Nuf Said


Instrumental - "Nobody Speak" by DJ Shadow/Run The Jewels

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"Righting" Novels from 2019-07-19T16:00

Maintaining lies can be exhausting.  Like a snowball rolling down a mountain, an initial lie can lead to more and more in it's wake in order to preserve it.  For those of us that have ...

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It's Like A Jungle Sometimes... from 2019-07-12T16:00

What do you have to be grateful for?  When you start small you can change your whole perspective.  Get on the thankful tip!


Instrumental - "Animal Planet" by GZA

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You Are Worth Recovery. from 2019-07-03T16:00

For anyone in the throws of addiction, know, you are worth recovery.


Instrumental - "Bear Witness II" by Handsome Boy Modeling School

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Responding Vs. Reacting from 2019-07-01T16:00

When you are faced with adversity do you choose to respond or react?


Instrumental - "Doobie Ashtray" by DJ Premier

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Step Through the Portal from 2019-06-26T12:56:51

What guides you in your recovery?  It is important to find teachers who you can connect with that are one step ahead.  What are you waiting for? Step through the portal.


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The Streets are Ours! from 2019-06-24T16:20:36

A discussion on the transition from feeling and acting invincible in using and drinking, to the shame and guilt the consequences can bring, and then methods on how to deal with that guilt in a h...

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Don't Step in the Dukkha from 2019-06-22T12:45:30

As you walk through the park of life, watch your step! Don't step in the dukkha!


Instrumental - "All Black" by Big L

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Slow Down To Move Forward from 2019-06-13T16:00

Putting your tools and your motivation into gear and moving forward in recovery.


Instrumental - "General Principles"  by DJ Muggs Vs. GZA

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Chain Chain Change from 2019-06-12T16:00

How can small changes amount to the bigger picture in recovery?


Song - "Boys Are Back in Town" by Thin Lizzy

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Don't Be Sorry, Be Better from 2019-06-11T12:27:55

An interview with a recovery program director from New Hampshire, Chris.


Instrumental - "Deception" by Blackalicious

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Sobriety Vs. Recovery from 2019-06-02T17:56:44

A discussion of the difference between merely abstaining from substances to committing to a recovery program and lifestyle. Featuring an interview with Jamie L.

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Compassionate Parenting from 2019-05-28T16:48:40

How do you balance the personal recovery of everyone involved as a parent?

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Radical Recovery Radio from 2019-05-28T16:25:13

An overview of a new series of podcasts which explores the issues and solutions relating to drug and alcohol addiction. 

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