Send us a textStudy Guide:https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/rockbottomThis episode features Kevin R. Davis, a 56-year-old model who will celebrate seven and a half years of recovery from crystal meth addiction next month. Kevin's journey began with 20 years of use, initially to manage chronic pain and undiagnosed ADHD, which later became intertwined with his sexuality and intimacy. His path to recovery started with a 50-day jail sentence for possession, followed by rehabilitation in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where he rebuilt his life from the ground up after experiencing homelessness and unemployment.About a year into recovery, Kevin was approached by a photographer for romance novel cover work—an opportunity he almost declined due to deep-seated insecurities. Despite his fears, he stepped outside his comfort zone and has since appeared on over 230 romance book covers, developed a following of 201,000 on Instagram, and is now breaking into fashion modeling with an upcoming appearance at Atlanta Fashion Week. Kevin openly shares his recovery story on social media, transforming what was once a source of shame into a platform for hope. He discusses the challenges of sexual reintegration after years of chemsex use, including a seven-year period of celibacy, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a "rock bottom perspective"—staying grateful for progress while being intentional about triggers and recovery boundaries. His message: life after addiction can be better than you ever imagined.You can contact Kevin on his Intagram: @kevinrdavis.officialThe AfterMeth: Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaftermeth/ Dr. Dallas Bragg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdallasbragg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdallasbragg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdallasbragg YouTube: The Aftermeth Podcast X: https://twitter.com/Drdallasbragg Free online course to End the Relapse Cycle: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/e7c2Eo22/checkout Meth-Free Blueprint EBOOK: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/o8qFhK5i/checkout
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EP 2:29 Dating AfterMeth with Coach Danny
Send us a textSupplimental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/datingIn this episode of The AfterMeth Podcast, host Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Coach Danny Morales, a Dating and Relationship Coach who specializes in helping gay and bisexual men build self-confidence and navigate healthy relationships. The conversation explores the complexities of bisexual identity within the LGBTQ+ community, addressing common misconceptions and the invalidation bisexual men often face from both gay and heterosexual communities. Coach Danny emphasizes that sexuality exists on a spectrum and encourages listeners to focus less on labels and more on what feels authentic to them. The discussion also covers practical dating advice, including the importance of establishing a strong value system as the foundation for setting healthy boundaries.A significant portion of the episode focuses on self-esteem and its role in successful dating, with Coach Danny defining it as "the voice you hear when the room is silenced" - essentially how you feel about yourself when alone. The conversation addresses when someone coming out of addiction or trauma might be ready to date, emphasizing the need for self-reflection and the ability to be comfortable with one's own company. Key dating advice includes being upfront about important personal information like addiction history or HIV status, recognizing the difference between infatuation and genuine love, and understanding when relationships might be ready for non-monogamy. The episode concludes with information about Coach Danny’s coaching services and his podcast "Deep Penetration," reinforcing the message that dating can be a valuable tool for self-development when approached with the right mindset.You may contact Coach Danny here: Instagram: @dannymoralescoaching TikTok: @coachdannymorales YouTube: @thecoachdannySpotify: The Deep Penetration Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/7fHomTZs91XJIxJg0qijGf?si=jGpyaIn_TO-The AfterMeth: Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaftermeth/ Dr. Dallas Bragg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdallasbragg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdallasbragg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdallasbragg YouTube: The Aftermeth Podcast X: https://twitter.com/Drdallasbragg Free online course to End the Relapse Cycle: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/e7c2Eo22/checkout Meth-Free Blueprint EBOOK: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/o8qFhK5i/checkout
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EP 2:28 Healing Sexual Shame AfterMeth with Coach Kevin
Send us a textSupplimental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/kevinmartinIn this episode of The AfterMeth Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Coach Kevin Martin, a sexual empowerment coach based in Hawaii who specializes in helping gay men overcome sexual shame. Martin shares his personal journey from growing up in rural, conservative Ohio where his early same-sex attractions led to deep internalized shame and self-hatred. He explains how discovering the language to understand shame became liberating, allowing him to begin the healing process through therapy, coaching, and personal growth work that eventually led to his current role helping others with similar struggles.The conversation provides a comprehensive exploration of sexual shame, distinguishing between shame ("I am bad") and guilt ("I did something bad"), and identifying three layers of sexual shame: identity-based shame about sexual orientation, shame about sexual actions and preferences, and performance/body image shame. Martin emphasizes practical strategies for healing, including identifying inner shame messages, respecting these beliefs while understanding their origins, and gradually replacing them with more helpful perspectives. He stresses the importance of mindful engagement with dating apps, finding supportive communities, and developing a clear sense of personal values as protection against shame-inducing experiences. The episode concludes with information about Martin's upcoming retreats focused on transforming shame into self-love.Find Coach Kevin Here:IG: @coachkevmartinThe AfterMeth: Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaftermeth/ Dr. Dallas Bragg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdallasbragg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdallasbragg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdallasbragg YouTube: The Aftermeth Podcast X: https://twitter.com/Drdallasbragg Free online course to End the Relapse Cycle: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/e7c2Eo22/checkout Meth-Free Blueprint EBOOK: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/o8qFhK5i/checkout
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EP 2:27 Chemsex Recovery For Couples with Coach Joey
Send us a textSupplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/couplesIn this episode of The AfterMeth Podcast, host Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Joey Monahan, a certified coach and former meth user, about navigating relationships where one partner uses methamphetamine and the other doesn't. Joey shares his personal journey from first encountering meth in college through a cycle of use every three months, into his marriage with his husband Rolando, who was unaware of Joey's substance use history. The conversation addresses the critical lack of support resources for both users and their non-using partners, with Dr. Bragg noting how many gay men are surprised to discover their partners involved in the "Tina scene" and chemsex culture.The episode focuses heavily on Joey's experience of relapsing after opening his relationship with Rolando, leading to a pivotal moment when his husband was about to leave. Joey's disclosure of his meth use became the catalyst for implementing what he calls "five commandments" for relationship recovery: closing the relationship immediately, enabling location tracking, removing apps and access to cruising spots, complete honesty, and entering a drug treatment program. Both men emphasize the importance of clear accountability and consequences rather than enabling behavior, while Joey credits Dr. Bragg's coaching program with helping him understand his "user persona" as a protective mechanism rather than something to hate. The conversation concludes with Joey discussing his new coaching venture, Gay Coach Joey, where he helps other gay men navigate shame and life transitions, demonstrating how the recovery process strengthened rather than destroyed his marriage.Contact Coach Joey:TT: @gaycoachjoeyIG: @gaycoachjoeyThe AfterMeth: Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaftermeth/ Dr. Dallas Bragg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdallasbragg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdallasbragg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdallasbragg YouTube: The Aftermeth Podcast X: https://twitter.com/Drdallasbragg Free online course to End the Relapse Cycle: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/e7c2Eo22/checkout Meth-Free Blueprint EBOOK: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/o8qFhK5i/checkout
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EP 2:26 Loving Yourself AfterMeth with Brian Spitulnik
Send us a textSupplimental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/lovingyourselfIn this episode of The AfterMeth Podcast, host Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews therapist Brian Spitulnik, who has gained significant attention on social media for his work with gay men. Brian, a psychotherapist who works primarily within a psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems framework, discusses his therapeutic approach to understanding addiction and mental health. He explains how different "parts" of ourselves, including the part that reaches for substances like crystal meth, actually have positive intentions and are trying to protect or help us in some way. Rather than viewing addiction as a disease to be fought, Brian advocates for understanding and having compassion for these parts, eventually giving them new roles rather than trying to eliminate them.The conversation explores broader issues affecting the gay male community, including the loneliness epidemic, the impact of hookup apps like Grindr and Sniffies on addiction patterns, and how historical trauma from the AIDS crisis continues to affect gay men today. Brian draws parallels between the current crystal meth crisis and the AIDS epidemic, noting how both have been shrouded in stigma and silence within the community. The discussion emphasizes the importance of open dialogue about chemsex and methamphetamine use, while highlighting the need for both therapy and spiritual connection in recovery. Brian also shares his upcoming mental health app called "Gayfully," designed to help gay men connect authentically and work on their mental health together.Contact Brian here: Instagram: @Spitulnik Tiktok: @SpitulnikThe AfterMeth: Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaftermeth/ Dr. Dallas Bragg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdallasbragg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdallasbragg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdallasbragg YouTube: The Aftermeth Podcast X: https://twitter.com/Drdallasbragg Free online course to End the Relapse Cycle: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/e7c2Eo22/checkout Meth-Free Blueprint EBOOK: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/o8qFhK5i/checkout
About The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction
Vision: To eradicate crystal meth addiction, especially among the gay male population. Mission: Using the power of social media, The AfterMeth will increase awareness around the characteristics and effects of crystal meth on the gay male population, provide stories of hope to inspire struggling addicts and produce a repository of tools to be used by the loved ones of gay meth addicts.Join Dr. Dallas Bragg every other week. You can find The AfterMeth Podcast anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Find answers to:How can I stop relapsing?How can I heal my addiction?How does crystal meth addiction affect gay men?How can I get sober?
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