Addict II Athlete Podcast

Nov 19 2024 428 ep. 53 mins 404
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The Addict II Athlete podcast is hosted by Coach Blu Robinson a licensed clinical mental health counselor and substance abuse counselor who has worked in the field since 2001. Blu is a fantastic public speaker, coach, and therapist who works with many individuals, youth, couples, and families addressing issues like addiction, trauma, communication, parenting, and more. Blu hopes to provide listeners with the skills and game plans for anyone to turn their mess into their message of hope and a bright future. He is seasoned and has been hosting podcasts since 2016 and produced over 500 episodes. The AIIA podcast is here to inspire anyone. We share recovery stories, education, life tips, address teen and parenting issues, and more. Our topics address all walks of life but also addiction recovery with tips and fundamentals for those seeking recovery as well as the family and friends of someone who is. Addict II Athlete removes the negative stigma of addiction and mental health and creates a foundation of potential and support.

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From Navy SEAL to Recovery Advocate

Nov 19 2024 51 mins  
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Thomas LaGrave, a veteran with a profound story of addiction, recovery, and service. Thomas shares his journey from a 32-year clean record to a relapse that led him to confront his demons and seek help. He discusses the impact of military service on his addiction, the importance of helping youth in reco

Make Your Mark with Coach Brett Morris

Nov 12 2024 51 mins  
This week Coach Blu speaks with the newest Addict II Athlete Certificate Coach Brett Morris. Listen as they discuss overcoming addiction, losing weight and the profound journeys that transform individuals into beacons of hope and resilience. Both coaches discuss the inspiration often stems from a deep desire for change, ignited by moments of clarity that reveal the harsh realities

The Road to Recovery: Running for a Cause

Nov 04 2024 48 mins  
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Chip Autin, who shares his inspiring journey from sports to addiction and ultimately to recovery. Chip discusses his early experiences with running, the challenges he faced as he fell into addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him to make a life-changing decision to pursue sobriety. He emphasizes

Climbing Mountains with Steve Riggs

Oct 28 2024 70 mins  
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu and Steve Riggs delve into the complexities of addiction, particularly focusing on pornography addiction. Steve shares his personal journey of recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-worth and the need to break the stigma surrounding pornography addiction. The conversation explores the role of faith and spirituality i

Rising From The Ashes Within...

Oct 21 2024 50 mins  
Summary In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson speaks with Stewart, a person in recovery from substance use disorder. Stewart shares his journey from addiction to recovery, discussing the roots of his addiction, the turning point that led him to seek help, and the importance of community and movement in his healing process. He emphasizes the significan

The Power of Choice in Recovery with Kyle Quilausing

Oct 14 2024 59 mins  
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages in a heartfelt conversation with Kyle Quilausing, a motivational speaker and recovery advocate. They discuss Kyle's journey from addiction and incarceration to becoming a beacon of hope for youth. Kyle shares his experiences of educating students about the power of choice and the importance of making posit

Building a Life Beyond Addiction With Tyson Steed

Oct 07 2024 64 mins  
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Tyson Steed, who shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and the creation of the Ashley and Michelle Project nonprofit. He was in and out of prison for two decades where he was introduced to the Addict II Athlete program at the Conquest program at the Utah State Prison. He has seen the benefit o

Running in Circles with Marc Sanderson

Sep 30 2024 43 mins  
In this conversation, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Marc Sanderson, a seasoned runner and fire chief, about his journey through running, the challenges he faced, and the mental health benefits of the sport. Marc shares his experiences with marathons, ultra running, and how running has been a crucial outlet for coping with stress and adversity, including a cancer diagnosis. The disc

Addict II Artist

Sep 23 2024 43 mins  
This week Coach Blu is solo as he reintroduces the Addict II Artist program as we relaunch this free group. The Addict II Artist program is a transformative initiative that utilizes the principles of art to support individuals in their journey of mental health and addiction recovery. By fostering creativity, self-expression, and reflection, the program encourages participants to ex

I AM A CHAMPION with Jonathan Flowers (Remastered)

Sep 16 2024 51 mins  
This is an older poscast that we are re-releasing. It is our number one downloaded episode and isn't to be missed. Today Coach Blu has the privilege to interview Jonathan Flowers, the voice behind the famous YouTube video "I AM A CHAMPION", The Greatest Speach Ever. This is the champion speech that motivated his high school football team to victory following some significant battle