Heart of the Matter

By Partnership to End Addiction

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Heart of the Matter with Elizabeth Vargas is a production from Partnership to End Addiction. Heart of the Matter is an interview series that gives guests the opportunity to share their personal, candid stories about addiction. This podcast offers a space to open up about addiction, substance use and mental health, to share the ways in which people are shifting their narrative – in their own relationships and across communities – to support the cause of ending addiction in our country.

Worried about your child or loved one? Partnership to End Addiction's helpline is here for you and anyone else playing a supportive role in the life of a person struggling with substance use. Get one on one support by texting JOIN to 55753 or visit https://helphope.net/3koi6Kh to learn more. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Text HELP for help or STOP to opt out.

Editor’s Note: The views and opinions expressed on Heart of the Matter are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Partnership to End Addiction. We are also mindful that some of the personal stories feature the word “addict” and other terms from the following link. We respect and understand those who choose to use certain terms to express themselves. However, we strive to use language that’s health-oriented, accurately reflects science, promotes evidence-based treatment and demonstrates respect and compassion. https://drugfree.org/article/shouldnt-use-word-addict/


Episode Date
Broadway star and American Idol finalist Constantine Maroulis talks resilience and recovery
Dec 10, 2024
Jackie Siegel: “The Queen of Versailles” on her mission to save lives
Nov 26, 2024
Cammie Wolf Rice's mission to save lives through opioid prevention
Nov 12, 2024
Patrick Kennedy and Tonie Dreher on the importance of sharing stories of mental health and addiction
Oct 29, 2024
How Lauren Sisler is turning grief into action with new book “Shatterproof”
Oct 15, 2024
Stefanie Wilder-Taylor on navigating parenthood and celebrating 15 years in recovery with new book “Drunk-ish”
Oct 01, 2024
Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Randy Grimes on helping athletes with addiction
Sep 17, 2024
Braunwyn Windham-Burke on quitting alcohol while on “The Real Housewives of Orange County"
Sep 03, 2024
“Below Deck” star Captain Sandy Yawn celebrates over 30 years in recovery
Apr 09, 2024
Figlia founder Lily Geiger: On how her dad's alcohol use impacted her life and inspired her brand
Mar 26, 2024
Author David Ambroz: On his journey from foster care to giving back
Mar 12, 2024
State Attorney Dave Aronberg: On how to find treatment centers
Feb 27, 2024
Chef Ashish Alfred gets personal about his addiction
Feb 13, 2024
Lady A’s Charles Kelley: On Honesty in Recovery
Jan 30, 2024
Actor and producer Frankie Grande: Overcoming addiction and finding support
Jun 20, 2023
TikTok’s Recovery Community with Ryann Cooke and Jordan Shelton
Jun 06, 2023
The Surgeon General on the Loneliness Epidemic and His Own Personal Story
May 23, 2023
Fentanyl Q&A with award-winning author and journalist Sam Quinones
May 09, 2023
Big Sky actress Dedee Pfeiffer: Alcohol, Trauma & Recovery
Apr 25, 2023
Desperate Housewives' Madison De La Garza: Marijuana, Treatment & Family Support
Apr 11, 2023
“Same Love” singer-songwriter Mary Lambert: On overcoming childhood trauma and her struggle with alcohol
Mar 28, 2023
Actor and author Matthew Perry: On his addiction journey
Nov 15, 2022
Comedian and actor Tommy Davidson: On finding a second life in recovery
Nov 01, 2022
Best-selling author David Magee: On how recovery is a journey
Oct 18, 2022
Actor and author Cameron Douglas: On recovery, triumph and fatherhood
Oct 04, 2022
Co-founder of Sober Mom Squad Jessica Landon: On second chances, family and laughter
Sep 20, 2022
“Below Deck” star Captain Lee Rosbach: On guilt, loss and healing
Sep 06, 2022
Harold Koplewicz: Addressing the growing youth mental health crisis
Jul 12, 2022
Zachary Levi: Understanding the importance of self-love
Jun 28, 2022
Paul Holes on his New York Times bestselling book “Unmasked” and the importance of having honest mental health discussions
Jun 14, 2022
BONUS EPISODE: Katie Couric interviews Elizabeth Vargas on Next Question Podcast!
May 31, 2022
Dr. Nora Volkow on the state of adolescent mental health and why we urgently need to apply the lessons learned in the pandemic to addiction and mental health
May 17, 2022
Song for Charlie co-founders Ed and Mary Ternan on the dramatic rise of counterfeit prescription pills
May 03, 2022
Dan Schneider of Netflix's The Pharmacist on his crusade to end the opioid epidemic and find justice for his son
Apr 19, 2022
Physician and author Carl Erik Fisher on the history of addiction and the capacity for recovery
Apr 05, 2022
Author and journalist Sam Quinones on the rise of fentanyl, the methamphetamine crisis and the future of addiction
Mar 22, 2022
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller on the work of recovery and the past as legacy
Mar 08, 2022
Radical compassion and the power of empathy: in the halls with the students of Northshore Recovery High School
Feb 22, 2022
Award-winning screenwriter and producer Danny Strong and author Beth Macy on Dopesick and the Sackler family
Feb 08, 2022
REPOST: Anne and Sam Lamott on radical self-care, the genetics of addiction and recovery as inner grace
Jan 25, 2022
REPOST: Laura McKowen on facing pain, telling the truth and looking inward
Jan 11, 2022
REPOST: Emmy Award-winning actress Patricia Heaton opens up about overcoming drinking, having faith and being a mother
Dec 28, 2021
REPOST: Top Chef Gregory Gourdet on Reimaging his Relationship with Drugs and Alcohol and Redefining an Industry Bursting with Substance Use
Dec 14, 2021
REPOST: Actress Kristen Johnston Describes the Struggles of Overcoming Addiction and Loving Someone with Addiction
Nov 30, 2021
World and international boxing champion Mia St. John on the isolation of relapse, recovery as connection and her fight through grief and loss
Nov 16, 2021
Anne and Sam Lamott on radical self-care, the genetics of addiction and recovery as inner grace
Nov 02, 2021
Cheryl Burke of “Dancing with the Stars” on therapeutic honesty, addiction in the family and life in the spotlight
Oct 19, 2021
Author and activist Ryan Hampton on the inside story of the Purdue Pharma settlement and looking beyond the Sackler family
Oct 05, 2021
BONUS EPISODE: Elizabeth gets interviewed by Annie Grace on This Naked Mind!
Sep 28, 2021
Emmy Award-winning actress Patricia Heaton opens up about overcoming drinking, having faith and being a mother
Sep 21, 2021
Author Laura McKowen on facing pain, telling the truth and looking inward
Sep 07, 2021
Former NBA Player Chris Herren on Simone Biles, supporting our youth and the strength in struggle
Aug 24, 2021
Brandon Novak on underestimating his addiction and turning inward to find recovery
Aug 10, 2021
“Drunk Dreams,” Emerging from the Pandemic and Destigmatizing Addiction with Political Commentator Molly Jong-Fast
Jul 27, 2021
Facing a Family Disease with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean & Son Harry Cunnane
Jul 13, 2021
The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic with “Empire of Pain” Author, Patrick Radden Keefe
Jun 29, 2021
Top Chef Gregory Gourdet on Reimaging his Relationship with Drugs and Alcohol and Redefining an Industry Bursting with Substance Use
Jun 15, 2021
REPOST: Dignity, respect and addiction recovery with Chef & TV Host Andrew Zimmern
Jun 01, 2021
Protecting Teens and Preventing Substance Use with Author Jessica Lahey
May 18, 2021
Partnership to End Addiction’s Board Chair, Jamie Niven: Growing up as a Hollywood kid and putting down the bottle as an adult
May 04, 2021
Obama’s Drug Czar Michael Botticelli discusses George Floyd, DMX and the Pervasiveness of Stigma
Apr 20, 2021
Shoe Mogul, Steve Madden on Seeing Miracles, Making Mistakes, Relapse and Recovery
Apr 06, 2021
Grief and Giving Back with Admiral James and Mary Winnefeld
Mar 23, 2021
Actress Kristen Johnston Describes the Struggles of Overcoming Addiction and Loving Someone with Addiction
Mar 09, 2021
Former NFL player Montee Ball speaks on mental health, masculinity and making a difference for communities of color
Feb 23, 2021
The Bachelorette’s Zac Clark discusses faking illnesses for narcotics and finding true love
Feb 09, 2021
Jeremiah Fraites of The Lumineers on humanizing addiction and making music
Jan 26, 2021
Author Holly Whitaker on forging her own path and why women struggle with alcohol use
Jan 12, 2021
Dignity, respect and addiction recovery with Chef & TV Host, Andrew Zimmern
Dec 29, 2020
Dopesick Author Beth Macy on the opioid epidemic and reporting from rural America
Dec 15, 2020
White House appointee Jim Carroll on the Trump administration & the addiction crisis
Dec 01, 2020
Parenting, perseverance, and relapse with Author David Sheff
Nov 17, 2020
Patrick Kennedy discusses Family, Recovery, and Policy
Nov 03, 2020
Chris Herren on Basketball, Addiction, and Recovery
Oct 20, 2020
Series Trailer
Oct 06, 2020