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  • Claudio "Maestro" Bergamin is an Italian pornographic actor, cinematographer, director, and producer. He is also the owner of the adult boutique website and production label PervCity, DPdiva.com, and co-owner of BAM Visions label. He has appeared in over 200 titles and was inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame in 2019.

    Laura opens the show by asking Claudio about his life in Italy as a mining engineering before getting into the porn industry. It wasn’t he went to go see his first pornographic film in a movie theater that he realized what he really wanted to do.

    Claudio then talks about moving to the United States with his wife and entering into adult entertainment. He explains his relationship with his wife, how they feel about each other being in the adult film industry, and how they are even able to work together during the production process. Claudio explains what it’s like to not only be a male actor in adult entertainment, but also a director, producer, cinematographer and more. He reveals some of the differences between older male actors vs younger male actors, all natural actresses vs ones with plastic surgery, and what kind of enhancements he takes to maintain his energy both on and off set.

    He then wraps up the show by wondering what’s next for his career, and some of things he’d like to pursue as he gets older.

    For More on Maestro Claudio Bergamin:

    PervCity.com
    DPdiva.com
    Bamvisions.com
    MaestroClaudio.com
    OnlyFans.com/MaestroClaudio
    Instagram is @mctbitw
    Twitter is @TheTweetOfMC

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  • Claudio "Maestro" Bergamin is an Italian pornographic actor, cinematographer, director, and producer. He is also the owner of the adult boutique website and production label PervCity, DPdiva.com, and co-owner of BAM Visions label. He has appeared in over 200 titles and was inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame in 2019.

    Laura opens the show by asking Claudio about his life in Italy as a mining engineering before getting into the porn industry. It wasn’t he went to go see his first pornographic film in a movie theater that he realized what he really wanted to do.

    Claudio then talks about moving to the United States with his wife and entering into adult entertainment. He explains his relationship with his wife, how they feel about each other being in the adult film industry, and how they are even able to work together during the production process. Claudio explains what it’s like to not only be a male actor in adult entertainment, but also a director, producer, cinematographer and more. He reveals some of the differences between older male actors vs younger male actors, all natural actresses vs ones with plastic surgery, and what kind of enhancements he takes to maintain his energy both on and off set.

    He then wraps up the show by wondering what’s next for his career, and some of things he’d like to pursue as he gets older.

    For More on Maestro Claudio Bergamin:
    PervCity.com,
    DPdiva.com
    Bamvisions.com
    MaestroClaudio.com
    OnlyFans.com/MaestroClaudio
    Instagram is @mctbitw
    Twitter is @TheTweetOfMC

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  • Dr. Michael Caparrelli graduated from Zion Bible College, and thereafter, pastored an inner city church for 16 years. In 2021, he finished his PhD in Advanced Studies in Behavioral Science. Currently, he’s a keynote speaker in churches, prisons, schools & other venues across the U.S. on a wide variety of mental health subjects. He’s authored five books that help the psychologically troubled overcome life adversities. His most recent book, Monster Mirror, features his 100 Hour Case Study on David Berkowitz, the ‘Son of Sam’, a convicted serial killer who held New York City hostage with fear from 1976 – 1977 and gave his life to Christ in prison in 1988.

    Dr. Caparrelli starts off by giving a bit of his background as a pastor for 16 years, before deciding to get his PhD after suffering 2 heart attacks. He goes on to explain his troubled childhood with a father in prison and being sent to juvenile prison as a teenager.

    He then dives into the case of David Berkowitz, from first hearing about “the Son of Sam” as a kid to eventually meeting with him in prison. Laura asks Michael about jailhouse conversions, and how he deals with the emotional exhaustion that comes with being a pastor who visits violent criminals in prison.

    After that they get more in-depth about the life of David Berkowitz, the crimes he committed, and various family members who were affected by his murders. Michael gives his opinions on David’s mental health issues, and goes to explore some of the things that could turn someone into a serial killer.

    Before they wrap, Dr. Caparrelli explains the title of his book: Monster Mirror: 100 Hours with David Berkowitz, Once Known As Son of Sam, On Mental Health, & Evil Phenomena

    For More on Dr Michael Caparrelli:
    Email - [email protected]
    Website: https://unmuted.app
    Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-caparrelli-104249298
    Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/cappyphd/
    Book -https://unmuted.app/store.html

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  • an inner city church for 16 years. In 2021, he finished his PhD in Advanced Studies in Behavioral Science. Currently, he’s a keynote speaker in churches, prisons, schools & other venues across the U.S. on a wide variety of mental health subjects. He’s authored five books that help the psychologically troubled overcome life adversities. His most recent book, Monster Mirror, features his 100 Hour Case Study on David Berkowitz, the ‘Son of Sam’, a convicted serial killer who held New York City hostage with fear from 1976 – 1977 and gave his life to Christ in prison in 1988.

    Dr. Caparrelli starts off by giving a bit of his background as a pastor for 16 years, before deciding to get his PhD after suffering 2 heart attacks. He goes on to explain his troubled childhood with a father in prison and being sent to juvenile prison as a teenager.

    He then dives into the case of David Berkowitz, from first hearing about “the Son of Sam” as a kid to eventually meeting with him in prison. Laura asks Michael about jailhouse conversions, and how he deals with the emotional exhaustion that comes with being a pastor who visits violent criminals in prison.

    After that they get more in-depth about the life of David Berkowitz, the crimes he committed, and various family members who were affected by his murders. Michael gives his opinions on David’s mental health issues, and goes to explore some of the things that could turn someone into a serial killer.

    Before they wrap, Dr. Caparrelli explains the title of his book: Monster Mirror: 100 Hours with David Berkowitz, Once Known As Son of Sam, On Mental Health, & Evil Phenomena

    For More on Dr Michael Caparrelli:
    Email- [email protected]
    Website: https://unmuted.app
    Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-caparrelli-104249298
    Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/cappyphd/
    Book -https://unmuted.app/store.html

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  • What if your Jamaican born parents immigrated to the United States and expected you to uphold the morals and codes with which they had been raised, but placed you in a diverse environment where many of those rules simply didn’t apply? Robinne Lee, actress, author, producer, grew up in Westchester County New York and was often the only Jamaican American in the room. But what would you do if one day you realized that your peers weren’t comfortable unless they could put you in a category; Black or mixed? American or Jamaican? Worldly or naive? Would you try to conform to a standard that puts other people at ease? Or would you defy the stereotypes and live a life unexpected?

    More From Robinne Lee:
    Publicity - Jessica Cohen [email protected]
    Website - home | robinnelee
    Instagram- @robinnelee
    Facebook: Robinne Lee | Facebook
    X: Robinne Lee (@robinnelee) / X (twitter.com)
    Book- The Idea Of You the idea of you | robinnelee

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  • What if your Jamaican born parents immigrated to the United States and expected you to uphold the morals and codes with which they had been raised, but placed you in a diverse environment where many of those rules simply didn’t apply? Robinne Lee, actress, author, producer, grew up in Westchester County New York and was often the only Jamaican American in the room. But what would you do if one day you realized that your peers weren’t comfortable unless they could put you in a category; Black or mixed? American or Jamaican? Worldly or naive? Would you try to conform to a standard that puts other people at ease? Or would you defy the stereotypes and live a life unexpected?

    More From Robinne Lee:
    Publicity - Jessica Cohen [email protected]
    Website - home | robinnelee
    Instagram- @robinnelee
    Facebook: Robinne Lee | Facebook
    X: Robinne Lee (@robinnelee) / X (twitter.com)
    Book- The Idea Of You the idea of you | robinnelee

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  • We are happy to present a special five-year anniversary episode. In this candid episode, Scott and Laura reflect on the journey to over 5 million downloads.

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  • What if I told you that being ugly is not an aesthetic at all but an emotion? Reema Zaman, a woman who is actually very beautiful by societal standards, with a modeling and acting career, in addition to being a well-awarded writer, grew up ugly and unseen, dismissed even. But what does it really mean to be ugly? What does it really mean to be beautiful? And can you be both?

    For More on Reema Zaman:
    Email - [email protected]
    Website_ https://www.reemazaman.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reemazaman
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-miller-a70a008/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JodiMillercomic/
    X: https://twitter.com/reemazaman
    Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/reema.zaman/
    Podcast - https://www.owltail.com/people/6fq1s-reema-zaman/appearances
    Book- https://www.amazon.com/I-Am-Yours-Reema-Zaman/dp/1948705117

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  • What if I told you that being ugly is not an aesthetic at all but an emotion? Reema Zaman, a woman who is actually very beautiful by societal standards, with a modeling and acting career, in addition to being a well-awarded writer, grew up ugly and unseen, dismissed even. But what does it really mean to be ugly? What does it really mean to be beautiful? And can you be both?

    For More on Reema Zaman:
    Email - [email protected]
    Website_ https://www.reemazaman.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reemazaman
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-miller-a70a008/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JodiMillercomic/
    X: https://twitter.com/reemazaman
    Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/reema.zaman/
    Podcast - https://www.owltail.com/people/6fq1s-reema-zaman/appearances
    Book- https://www.amazon.com/I-Am-Yours-Reema-Zaman/dp/1948705117

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  • When you look down at your hands, your thoughts probably don't lead you much further than the mundane. But what if you've never seen anyone who resembles you? Who has your nose or your laugh or even your sense of humor. Laura House, a renowned comedian, screenwriter on two Emmy award winning shows and a corporate meditation teacher, went through life admiring other children's ability to simply know where they came from. She grew up with a loving, caring and supportive family who she cherishes but what if you can change your only one story, from the adopted one to the one who finally sees not just her image but her smile and her stance reflected back at her 48 years later?

    For More on Laura House:
    Website_ Laura House I
    nstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imlaurahouse/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-house-8228a52/
    X: Laura House (@imlaurahouse) / X (twitter.com)
    IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0396680/
    Stand up comedy - http://www.laurahouse.com/standup

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  • When you look down at your hands, your thoughts probably don't lead you much further than the mundane. But what if you've never seen anyone who resembles you? Who has your nose or your laugh or even your sense of humor. Laura House, a renowned comedian, screenwriter on two Emmy award winning shows and a corporate meditation teacher, went through life admiring other children's ability to simply know where they came from. She grew up with a loving, caring and supportive family who she cherishes but what if you can change your only one story, from the adopted one to the one who finally sees not just her image but her smile and her stance reflected back at her 48 years later?

    For More on Laura House:
    Website_ Laura House I
    nstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imlaurahouse/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-house-8228a52/
    X: Laura House (@imlaurahouse) / X (twitter.com)
    IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0396680/
    Stand up comedy - http://www.laurahouse.com/standup

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  • Wisconsin Tiff is an OnlyFans model who creates adult content online with older gentlemen. Laura opens the show by asking Tiff about her mother being murdered by her boyfriend when she was only 4 years old. This led her to be cared for by her single father who was not ready to take care of her and her brother.

    Before becoming an OnlyFans model, Tiff was working at a school in the lunchroom when COVID hit. After losing her job, she began making online content and became an influencer. This, along with a split from her ex-husband, then led her to begin making adult content online.

    Wisconsin Tiff explains how and why she got into making content with the specific demographic of older men. She explains the adult filming process and what a typical day is like for her when she’s working. She also goes on to explain how she got banned from a few nursing homes due to her line of work.

    Before they wrap, Tiff tells Laura about having her own sense of agency, and appreciating the fact that she’s in total control of whatever she wants to do while not having to rely on a man for anything.

    For More on Wisconsin Tiff:
    Email_ [email protected]
    Twitter_@wisconsintiff
    OnlyFans_@wisconsintiff
    Instagram_@wisconsintiff
    Fansly_@wisconsintiff





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  • Wisconsin Tiff is an OnlyFans model who creates adult content online with older gentlemen. Laura opens the show by asking Tiff about her mother being murdered by her boyfriend when she was only 4 years old. This led her to be cared for by her single father who was not ready to take care of her and her brother.

    Before becoming an OnlyFans model, Tiff was working at a school in the lunchroom when COVID hit. After losing her job, she began making online content and became an influencer. This, along with a split from her ex-husband, then led her to begin making adult content online.

    Wisconsin Tiff explains how and why she got into making content with the specific demographic of older men. She explains the adult filming process and what a typical day is like for her when she’s working. She also goes on to explain how she got banned from a few nursing homes due to her line of work.

    Before they wrap, Tiff tells Laura about having her own sense of agency, and appreciating the fact that she’s in total control of whatever she wants to do while not having to rely on a man for anything.

    For More on Wisconsin Tiff:
    Email_ [email protected]
    Twitter_@wisconsintiff
    OnlyFans_@wisconsintiff
    Instagram_@wisconsintiff
    Fansly_@wisconsintiff



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  • Tanya Sam is a Tech-savvy Businesswoman, Leader, Philanthropist, Wife and Fashionista living her best life in Atlanta, Georgia. She is the visionary founder and curator of the esteemed Tanya Time Book Club, a virtual community that celebrates literature and fosters intellectual growth. The book club selects thought-provoking books from various genres, providing members with vibrant discussions, intellectual stimulation, and shared reading experiences that expand their horizons.

    As an expert in the Web3 and NFT space, Tanya educates and onboard individuals and corporations. She curates immersive onboarding events and delivers captivating speeches worldwide, inspiring audiences to embrace new technologies and solidifying her position as a prominent thought leader. Tanya hosts the influential Money Moves podcast

    Additionally, Tanya founded The Ambition Fund, an investment company focused on supporting businesses founded by women and minority entrepreneurs. In her role as Director of Partnerships at TechSquare Labs, Tanya mentors over 60 companies founded by women and minority entrepreneurs. She plays a vital role in helping these ventures reach their full potential and has made valuable investments in over 50 ventures, generating over $100 million in revenue.

    Beyond business, Tanya captivated viewers as a cast member of The Real Housewives of Atlanta for three unforgettable seasons. She also serves as a board member of Kate's Club, providing unwavering support to children who have experienced the loss of a parent or sibling.

    For More On Tanya:

    LINKS: https://allmylinks.com/tanyasam
    Website: www.tanyasam.com
    IG: @itstanyatime
    FB: @tanyasan
    Linkedin: tanyasam
    Podcast: Money Moves Podcast





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  • Tanya Sam is a Tech-savvy Businesswoman, Leader, Philanthropist, Wife and Fashionista living her best life in Atlanta, Georgia. She is the visionary founder and curator of the esteemed Tanya Time Book Club, a virtual community that celebrates literature and fosters intellectual growth. The book club selects thought-provoking books from various genres, providing members with vibrant discussions, intellectual stimulation, and shared reading experiences that expand their horizons.

    As an expert in the Web3 and NFT space, Tanya educates and onboard individuals and corporations. She curates immersive onboarding events and delivers captivating speeches worldwide, inspiring audiences to embrace new technologies and solidifying her position as a prominent thought leader. Tanya hosts the influential Money Moves podcast Additionally, Tanya founded The Ambition Fund, an investment company focused on supporting businesses founded by women and minority entrepreneurs.

    In her role as Director of Partnerships at TechSquare Labs, Tanya mentors over 60 companies founded by women and minority entrepreneurs. She plays a vital role in helping these ventures reach their full potential and has made valuable investments in over 50 ventures, generating over $100 million in revenue.

    Beyond business, Tanya captivated viewers as a cast member of The Real Housewives of Atlanta for three unforgettable seasons. She also serves as a board member of Kate's Club, providing unwavering support to children who have experienced the loss of a parent or sibling.

    For More On Tanya:

    LINKS: https://allmylinks.com/tanyasam
    Website: www.tanyasam.com
    IG: @itstanyatime
    FB: @tanyasan
    Linkedin: tanyasam
    Podcast: Money Moves Podcast

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  • Nancy Mello is an animal communicator and evidential medium with experience as a speaker and podcast host. Nancy works with individuals, pet owners, and groups to help with growth of both the individual and their pet in a safe environment. She prides herself in end of life pet work and helping pets with problem behaviors. Nancy is the host of the podcast Creature Preacher.

    Nancy opens the show by providing Laura and Scott with a reading of their dog who’s currently going through some health issues.

    Laura asks Nancy about identifying as a clairvoyant and what that means exactly. Nancy goes on to talk about what it was like growing up with special abilities while living on a farm.

    Nancy tells a story of connecting with a stolen cat, and how she was able to help find the cat and get it back to its owner. She goes on to describe connecting with other animals as well including: Cats, dogs, fish, snakes, porcupines, and many more. She also talks about how she’s able to get images from pets from around the world.

    Before they wrap, Laura asks Nancy about people who are skeptical of her abilities. She goes on to explain proper animal communication vs red flags that potential clients may find when searching for an animal communicator.

    For More on Nancy:
    Email_ [email protected]
    Website _ www.nancymello.com
    IG_https://www.threads.net/@nancymelloofficial
    FB_ @NancyMelloOfficial
    TikTok_tiktok.com/@nancy.mello
    Podcast _ www.creaturepreacherpod.com

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/only-one-in-the-room--6052418/support.

  • Nancy Mello is an animal communicator and evidential medium with experience as a speaker and podcast host. Nancy works with individuals, pet owners, and groups to help with growth of both the individual and their pet in a safe environment. She prides herself in end of life pet work and helping pets with problem behaviors. Nancy is the host of the podcast Creature Preacher.

    Nancy opens the show by providing Laura and Scott with a reading of their dog who’s currently going through some health issues.

    Laura asks Nancy about identifying as a clairvoyant and what that means exactly. Nancy goes on to talk about what it was like growing up with special abilities while living on a farm.

    Nancy tells a story of connecting with a stolen cat, and how she was able to help find the cat and get it back to its owner. She goes on to describe connecting with other animals as well including: Cats, dogs, fish, snakes, porcupines, and many more. She also talks about how she’s able to get images from pets from around the world.

    Before they wrap, Laura asks Nancy about people who are skeptical of her abilities. She goes on to explain proper animal communication vs red flags that potential clients may find when searching for an animal communicator.

    For More on Nancy:
    Email_ [email protected]
    Website _ www.nancymello.com
    IG_https://www.threads.net/@nancymelloofficial
    FB_ @NancyMelloOfficial
    TikTok_tiktok.com/@nancy.mello
    Podcast _ www.creaturepreacherpod.com

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  • Dianne Bondy is a social justice activist, author, accessible yoga teacher, and the leader of the Yoga For All Movement. Her inclusive approach to yoga empowers anyone to practice—regardless of their shape, size, ethnicity, or level of ability.Dianne’s commitment to increasing diversity in yoga has been recognized in her work with Pennington’s, Gaiam, and the Yoga & Body Image Coalition, as well as in speaking engagements at Princeton, Duke, University of Buffalo and UC Berkeley on Yoga, Race, and Diversity. Dianne is the author of the international best-selling book Yoga for Everyone.

    Dianne opens the show by telling Laura about the time she went to a yoga class and had the staff making judgements about her based on her body type. This led Dianne to decide and open her own judgement-free yoga practice that focused on inclusiveness.

    Dianne discusses her experience dealing with body image as a child. This included her parents pushing her to diet and exercise at a young age, which led to an eating disorder by age 12. After dealing with starvation, binging, and purging on a regular basis, Dianne realized that people will always find something about you to pick on, and she discovered the need to draw boundaries in life and not always focus on people pleasing. After being told by her doctors that she needed to gain weight in order to get pregnant, she had her son which became the catalyst for overcoming her eating disorder.

    Laura and Dianne then have a conversation about Ozempic and seeing food as more than just fuel for your body. Dianne talks about hosting events and realizing that sometimes a pivot is needed, and as long as there’s honesty and transparency in your intention then people will find it if it’s truly for them.

    Before they wrap, Dianne talks about her current relationship with her mother, and how she’s always on some kind of diet. She also tells Laura about planning a trip to Napa in the near future.

    For More on Dianne:
    Email: [email protected]
    Website: www.diannebondyyoga.com
    IG: @diannebondyyogaofficial
    FB: @DianneBondyYogaOfficial/YouTube: DianneBondyYoga


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  • Dianne Bondy is a social justice activist, author, accessible yoga teacher, and the leader of the Yoga For All Movement. Her inclusive approach to yoga empowers anyone to practice—regardless of their shape, size, ethnicity, or level of ability. Dianne’s commitment to increasing diversity in yoga has been recognized in her work with Pennington’s, Gaiam, and the Yoga & Body Image Coalition, as well as in speaking engagements at Princeton, Duke, University of Buffalo and UC Berkeley on Yoga, Race, and Diversity. Dianne is the author of the international best-selling book Yoga for Everyone.

    Dianne opens the show by telling Laura about the time she went to a yoga class and had the staff making judgements about her based on her body type. This led Dianne to decide and open her own judgement-free yoga practice that focused on inclusiveness.

    Dianne discusses her experience dealing with body image as a child. This included her parents pushing her to diet and exercise at a young age, which led to an eating disorder by age 12. After dealing with starvation, binging, and purging on a regular basis, Dianne realized that people will always find something about you to pick on, and she discovered the need to draw boundaries in life and not always focus on people pleasing. After being told by her doctors that she needed to gain weight in order to get pregnant, she had her son which became the catalyst for overcoming her eating disorder.

    Laura and Dianne then have a conversation about Ozempic and seeing food as more than just fuel for your body. Dianne talks about hosting events and realizing that sometimes a pivot is needed, and as long as there’s honesty and transparency in your intention then people will find it if it’s truly for them. Before they wrap, Dianne talks about her current relationship with her mother, and how she’s always on some kind of diet. She also tells Laura about planning a trip to Napa in the near future.

    For More on Dianne:
    Email_ [email protected]
    Website_ www.diannebondyyoga.com
    IG_ @diannebondyyogaofficial
    FB_ @DianneBondyYogaOfficial/
    YouTube_ DianneBondyYoga

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  • Carl Erik Fisher, M.D., is an addiction psychiatrist, bioethics scholar, author, and person in recovery. He is an assistant professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University, where he studies and teaches law, ethics, and policy relating to psychiatry and neuroscience, especially issues related to substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors. He also maintains a private clinical practice focused on complementary and integrative approaches to addiction and recovery. His book, The Urge: The History of Addiction, is available on Amazon. And his podcast, Flourishing After Addiction, is available wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Dr. Carl Erik opens the show by telling Laura about his alcohol and stimulant dependency before and throughout college. This led to a manic episode that resulted in him being admitted to a psych ward he had previously interviewed at. He goes on to explain some of his manic behaviors while being treated, including thinking that he knew better than the doctors caring for him. He also explains the specialized program he was put into and given a specialized 5-year contract so it wouldn’t negatively affect his career.

    Dr. Carl Erik then talks about “good drugs” vs “bad drugs” and how they disproportionately affect minority communities. This leads to a conversation about the history of addiction and how addiction can become your identity. Before they finish, Laura asks about his time after getting out of the psych ward, as well as what someone should do when they don’t think they’re getting the right treatment for their substance abuse issues.

    For More on Carl:
    [email protected]
    Social Media: @DrCarlErik on most platforms:
    http://www.twitter.com/@drcarlerik
    https://www.instagram.com/drcarlerik/
    https://www.facebook.com/DrCarlErik/
    Also: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-erik-fisher-937360/
    Website: https://www.carlerikfisher.com

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