Episode 76: Shot, abondoned, but unbroken with J.J. Celli

Episode 78: NA cocktails with renowned mixologist Derek Brown

Derek Brown is a world-renowned mixologist who's now leading the charge in the booming market of non-alcoholic cocktails. He graciously shares the story of the hellish addiction he was living in, how he got clean, and - just in time for holiday parties! - he shares some of the go-to recipes in his book Mindful Mixology: A Comprehensive Guide to No- and Low-Alcohol Cocktails [https://www.rizzoliusa.com/book/9780847871278/]. ************************************ This episode was presented by bambu werx [https://bambuwerx.com/], a Boulder-based company that creates sustainably sourced athletic apparel. Not only are product materials sources in an eco-friendly manner, bambu werx limits waste, practices Earth-friendly production, and uses recyclable materials in all its packaging. Check out 40000steps.com/gear [https://www.40000steps.com/gear] to shop bambu werx's line of 40,000 Steps gear, and visit bambuwerx.com to learn more about all the amazing products they create - and how they create them. ************************************ Catch me on IGTV (@40000_Steps) and Facebook Live [https://www.facebook.com/40000Steps] at 11 a.m. CST every Thursday. Join the discussion. Bring your own snacks. ************************************ If you or someone you know would like to star on the podcast, or be interviewed on IGTV, email christopher@40000steps.com. ************************************ Sign up for the free newsletter and read Christopher's regular musings in The Big Blog at 40000steps.com [https://40000steps.wordpress.com/], where you can also listen to every episode of 40,000 Steps Radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-heimerman/message

Episode 77: Bad Year's Joey Jonas beats the drum kit, addiction

Joey Jonas is the kit-pummelling drummer in the Milwaukee punk band Bad Year. A former heroin addict, he also does overdose outreach and provides peer support for Community Medical Services, an opioid treatment program that provides medication-assisted interventions including methadone, Suboxone, and Vivitrol in combination with behavioral health services. Check out Bad Year on all music streaming services, and keep an eye out for their new EP! ************************************ This episode was presented by MKE Overdose Prevention [https://www.facebook.com/mkeoverdoseprevention], which provides free tools and education on harm reduction, fosters conversations on recovery, and hosts free NARCAN training. Email MKE Overdose Prevention for more information. ************************************ Catch me on IGTV (@40000_Steps) and Facebook Live [https://www.facebook.com/40000Steps] at 11 a.m. CST every Thursday. Join the discussion. Bring your own snacks. ************************************ If you or someone you know would like to star on the podcast, or be interviewed on IGTV, email christopher@40000steps.com. ************************************ Sign up for the free newsletter and read my regular musings in The Big Blog at 40000steps.com [https://40000steps.wordpress.com/], where you can also read about and listen to every episode of 40,000 Steps Radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-heimerman/message

Frequency change: I love myself - and you can, too!

Burnout and self-love comes up a lot in the podcast. I'm practicing what I preach by dialing back the frequency and putting out an episode every other week. But wait until you hear about the super human who's coming on next week ... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-heimerman/message

Episode 76: Shot, abondoned, but unbroken with J.J. Celli

J.J. Celli is a detective who was shot by her ex-girlfriend and then victimized by her own department, which swept the incident under the rug. She completely rebuilt herself, training herself to fire her weapon with her left arm and overcoming the horrifying trauma from that fateful night. She also got sober and bravely shares her story through poetry. Follow her on Instagram: @J.J.Celli. ************************************ This episode was presented by DUI & Behavioral Health Counseling Centers, which has offices here in northern Illinois – in Sycamore, Plano, and Crystal Lake. If you suspect you or someone you love has a problem with drinking, drugs, mental illness or anger, call 815-895-9000 today and set up an evaluation. Visit duisycamore.com [https://www.duisycamore.com/] for more information. ************************************ Catch me on IGTV (@40000_Steps) and Facebook Live [https://www.facebook.com/40000Steps] at 11 a.m. CST every Tuesday and Thursday. Join the discussion. Bring your own snacks. ************************************ If you or someone you know would like to star on the podcast, or be interviewed on IGTV, email us at 40000steps@gmail.com. ************************************ Sign up for the free newsletter and read my regular musings in The Big Blog at 40000steps.com [https://40000steps.wordpress.com/], where you can also read about and listen to every episode of 40,000 Steps Radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-heimerman/message

Episode 75: Award-winning creator Katie Mack chooses adventure

When deciding whether to take on a project, do something challenging, or try something new altogether, Katie Mack [https://www.mackstage.com/] chooses the adventure. Nearly 3 years sober and someone who has been in and out of the rooms for a long time, Mack is a storyteller who is an actor, writer, podcast creator, and producer. She created the brilliant, Webby Award-winning podcast “Fucking Sober [https://fckingsoberpodcast.com/]”, and she’s a former This Is My Brave cast member - apropos given that we’re putting on a show Oct. 13 in DeKalb, Illinois [https://www.facebook.com/timbdekalb]. TRIGGER WARNING: This conversation includes discussions of substance abuse and mental illness. ************************************ This episode was presented by bambu werx [https://bambuwerx.com/], a Boulder-based company that creates sustainably sourced athletic apparel. Not only are product materials sources in an eco-friendly manner, bambu werx limits waste, practices Earth-friendly production, and uses recyclable materials in all its packaging. Check out 40000steps.com/gear [https://www.40000steps.com/gear] to shop bambu werx's line of 40,000 Steps gear, and visit bambuwerx.com to learn more about all the amazing products they create - and how they create them. ************************************ Catch me on IGTV (@40000_Steps) and Facebook Live [https://www.facebook.com/40000Steps] at 11 a.m. CST every Thursday. Join the discussion. Bring your own snacks. ************************************ If you or someone you know would like to star on the podcast, or be interviewed on IGTV, email christopher@40000steps.com. ************************************ Sign up for the free newsletter and read Christopher's regular musings in The Big Blog at 40000steps.com [https://40000steps.wordpress.com/], where you can also listen to every episode of 40,000 Steps Radio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-heimerman/message