In this episode we read the federal indictment against Eric Spofford. This discussion highlights the need for accountability and reform in the recovery industry, emphasizing the importance of supporting survivors and addressing systemic issues.

The original article from NH Public Radio that made him lose his shit: https://www.nhpr.org/2022-03-22/eric-spofford-granite-recovery-center-nh-sexual-misconduct Eric Spofford, NHPR, addiction treatment, misconduct, recovery culture, media coverage, victim blaming, financial exploitation, 12 step programs, emotional distress

Eric Spofford, once a celebrated recovery “success story” and founder of Granite Recovery Centers, was recently indicted on federal charges for stalking journalists who reported on allegations of sexual misconduct against him.

In this episode, I reflect on my personal experience at the Plymouth House where Spofford was idolized. I share what it was like to watch him rise in that world and speak to the deeper issue: how recovery culture and 12 step dogma protect predators and silence survivors. My thoughts are with everyone he harmed, not just through the allegations, but through every layer of manipulation used to protect his image.

It’s time we start talking about who gets believed in recovery spaces and who gets erased.

In this episode, I talk about how I am working on a comprehensive FAQ and research backed resource to push back on 12 step dogma, misinformation and recycled talking points that dominate recovery spaces.

I share why I’m done repeating myself, how this document will serve as both a public education tool and a place to center stories that have been silenced for too long. We dive into a classic 12-step apologist comment (spoiler: it hits every cliché), break it down line by and talk about why "saved millions" isn't the mic-drop they think it is.

I also talk about how you can get involved and share your 12-step horror story, anonymously or publicly.

This isn’t about hating AA it’s about telling the truth.