Kratom Sobriety

Matt B. Returns to Discuss "QuitKit"

Jacob and Jazz talk about the growing presence of kratom extract products in stores, concerns about their sale, and efforts to offer healthier alternatives. In this week's interview, Jazz chats with Matt to discuss the progress he has made since his appearance on Episode #98. Matt shares new insights from his recovery journey and explains how his QuitKit [https://tryquitkit.com/] product has become a valuable resource not only for himself, but also for others seeking support.  Discount Code: KSP-15 for QuitKit Try Quit Kit – Backed by Science, Built for You [https://tryquitkit.com/] https://tryquitkit.com/ [https://tryquitkit.com/]    Scientists Identified the Lethal Dose of Mitragynine in Kratom for Mice: https://www.inverse.com/article/51089-can-you-overdose-on-kratom [https://www.inverse.com/article/51089-can-you-overdose-on-kratom]    Kevin's Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/kevin-oliveira-obituary?id=58342246 [https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/kevin-oliveira-obituary?id=58342246]   Vipassana Centers | Vipassana Research Institute: https://www.vridhamma.org/Vipassana-Centers [https://www.vridhamma.org/Vipassana-Centers]    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 [https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7]      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com [https://www.kratommeetings.com]        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety]        https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety [https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety]        https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety [https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety]       https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety [https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety]        https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety]    https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social]  https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety [https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety]          CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com [kratomsobriety@gmail.com]        https://kratomsobriety.com [https://kratomsobriety.com]         PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424]       https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5 [https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5]         https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00]

E172 Kevin's Friend Paloma

Jacob shares holiday sobriety tips in the open. Our guest this week shares the story of her ex-partner Kevin, a talented and magnetic musician whose life was tragically cut short due to kratom toxicity [https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/kevin-oliveira-obituary?id=58342246] according to death records (no other substances in his system and no pre-existing health conditions at the time of his passing). Through the perspective of his former partner Paloma, the conversation explores the progression of his disordered use, the challenges of withdrawal, the lack of societal awareness, and the emotional toll on loved ones. The episode ultimately calls for empathy, greater awareness, and more responsible regulation, emphasizing that addiction can affect anyone and that hope and support are essential for recovery.   Scientists Identified the Lethal Dose of Mitragynine in Kratom for Mice: https://www.inverse.com/article/51089-can-you-overdose-on-kratom [https://www.inverse.com/article/51089-can-you-overdose-on-kratom]    Kevin's Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/kevin-oliveira-obituary?id=58342246 [https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/kevin-oliveira-obituary?id=58342246]   Vipassana Centers | Vipassana Research Institute: https://www.vridhamma.org/Vipassana-Centers [https://www.vridhamma.org/Vipassana-Centers]    WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 [https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7]      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com [https://www.kratommeetings.com]        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety]        https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety [https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety]        https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety [https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety]       https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety [https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety]        https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety]    https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social]  https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety [https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety]          CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com [kratomsobriety@gmail.com]        https://kratomsobriety.com [https://kratomsobriety.com]         PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424]       https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5 [https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5]         https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00]

E 171 Eric O.

In the intro, Lily and Charlie discuss the isolating nature of Kratom addiction and the importance of reaching out to others for support and community. Lily interviews Eric O, who shares his personal journey with kratom addiction and recovery. Eric describes how he first encountered kratom at a kava bar, initially using it socially and later as a way to manage pain and stress. Over time, his use escalated, leading to financial troubles, strained relationships, and significant health issues. With the support of his wife and family, Eric went through the challenges of withdrawal and relapse, ultimately achieving nine months of sobriety at the time of the interview. He emphasizes the importance of support systems, honesty, and avoiding triggers, and hopes his story will help others struggling with similar addictions.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 [https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7]      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com [https://www.kratommeetings.com]        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety]        https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety [https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety]        https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety [https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety]       https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety [https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety]        https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety]    https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social]  https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety [https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety]          CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com [kratomsobriety@gmail.com]        https://kratomsobriety.com [https://kratomsobriety.com]         PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424]       https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5 [https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5]         https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00]

E170 Ali

In the intro, Jacob welcomes co-host Natalie (episodes 15 and 132) back to the podcast as they catch up on her life, career as a paramedic, and her perspective on seeing substance use issues in the field. Guest Ali shares her journey from early struggles with alcohol and opiates to years of dependence on kratom and the challenges of withdrawal. She opens up about the turning points that led her to seek help, including loss, motherhood, and finding faith. Finally, she reflects on her 18 months of sobriety, the power of community, and the hope that comes with rebuilding a life free from kratom. Link to the quitting kratom community Ali and Natalie are part of: Support for Kratom Addiction Recovery Meetings and Resources [https://kratomquitters.com/] https://kratomquitters.com/ [https://kratomquitters.com/]   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 [https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7]      QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com [https://www.kratommeetings.com]        CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety]        https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety [https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety]        https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety [https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety]       https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety [https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety]        https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety]    https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social]  https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety [https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety]          CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com [kratomsobriety@gmail.com]        https://kratomsobriety.com [https://kratomsobriety.com]         PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424]       https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5 [https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5]         https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00]

E169 Katja - Perspective from a Partner

In the open, Charlie and Nolan talk about the YouTuber interview from a couple weeks ago. In the interview, Katja shares with Lily her story of discovering the kava and kratom bar scene while living in Brooklyn and later witnessing her partner’s descent into kratom addiction. She offers a candid look at how extract products, financial strain, and secrecy turned their lives upside down and how she found stability through Al-Anon and community support. Her reflections give loved ones and those quitting kratom a grounded view of addiction, recovery, and hope.   WANT TO TELL YOUR STORY ON THE PODCAST? https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7 [https://forms.gle/VWrjhLSTPHqJyVhw7]     QUITTING KRATOM SUPPORT MEETINGS https://www.kratommeetings.com [https://www.kratommeetings.com]       CONNECT WITH US https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.instagram.com/kratomsobriety]       https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety [https://twitter.com/kratomsobriety]       https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety [https://www.tiktok.com/@krat0ms0briety]      https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety [https://www.youtube.com/@KratomSobriety]       https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety [https://www.facebook.com/kratomsobriety]   https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/kratomsobriety.bsky.social]   https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety [https://www.threads.net/@kratomsobriety]         CONTACT THE SHOW Voice: 313-437-7720 Email: kratomsobriety@gmail.com [kratomsobriety@gmail.com]       https://kratomsobriety.com [https://kratomsobriety.com]        PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kratom-addiction/id1685569424]      https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5 [https://www.audible.com/podcast/Kratom-Addiction/B0C3YHDLV5]        https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4GkQiYu6S8IBn8qswyVm00]