We're Out of Time

In this episode of We’re Out Of Time, Richard Taite sits down with world-renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Bruce Perry for a powerful conversation about childhood trauma, addiction, healing, and the lifelong impact of early experiences. Dr. Perry, co-author of “What Happened to You?” with Oprah Winfrey and “The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog,” shares how the brain develops in childhood and why our earliest relationships shape the way we think, react, connect, and cope as adults.
Together, Richard and Dr. Perry explore how trauma alters the developing brain, why addiction is often rooted in unresolved pain, and how healing begins with safety, regulation, and human connection. They discuss the growing “relational poverty” in today’s world, the effects of social media and disconnection, and why routines, movement, community, and meaningful relationships are essential for emotional well-being.
Throughout the episode, Richard opens up about his own experiences working in addiction treatment and reflects on the emotional toll of helping people heal. The conversation is raw, insightful, and deeply human, offering a new perspective on trauma, recovery, parenting, mental health, and resilience.

On this episode of We’re Out Of Time, Richard Taite sits down with sports and performance psychologist Dr. Mark Aoyagi to explore what truly separates elite performers from everyone else. From Olympic athletes to professional sports teams, Dr. Aoyagi has spent years helping high performers build confidence, resilience, and mental strength under pressure.
Together, they break down the psychology behind flow state, choking under pressure, fear of failure, confidence vs arrogance, and the mindset shifts that help people perform at their highest level. They also dive into the surprising overlap between elite athletes and addiction, explaining why perfectionism, anxiety, and obsession can drive both peak performance and self-destruction.
This conversation goes beyond sports — it’s about identity, purpose, pressure, and what happens when your self-worth becomes tied to performance.

On this episode of We’re Out of Time, Sonia Kahlon — co-host of Sisters in Sobriety — shares her journey from high-achieving orthodontist to living alcohol-free.
What started as “normal” drinking in a high-pressure, hustle-driven lifestyle slowly turned into nightly dependence. Sonia opens up about the moment everything shifted — including her first day without alcohol in over a decade — and what it actually takes to stay sober.
The conversation dives into the stigma professionals face around addiction, why AA isn’t the only path to recovery, and how drinking culture is deeply normalized — especially for women. Sonia also shares the shocking story of discovering her husband’s affair and how sobriety forced her to face it without numbing out.
This episode explores the rise of “sober curious” culture, the hidden cost of coping through alcohol, and what it really takes to become the person you were meant to be.

On this episode of We’re Out Of Time, Richard Taite sits down with Katrina Simmons and Kristi Kastler, two mothers who lost their sons, Dylan and Devin, to fentanyl poisoning after years of battling addiction.
In this deeply emotional conversation, Katrina and Kristi open up about the reality of trying to save a child struggling with substance abuse, the guilt and stigma parents silently carry, and the devastating moment they received the phone call no parent should ever have to hear. They reflect on the early warning signs, their sons’ experiences with marijuana, prescription pain medication, rehab, relapse, and how today’s drug supply has become more dangerous than ever before.
The episode also explores the emotional toll addiction takes on entire families — from isolation and shame to the difficult decisions parents are forced to make in order to protect both their children and themselves. Richard shares his perspective from years working in recovery and speaks candidly about grief, therapy, and the importance of support systems for families affected by addiction.
Now, through their podcast DK805, Katrina and Kristi are using their sons’ stories to raise awareness about the fentanyl epidemic, break the stigma surrounding addiction, and help other families feel less alone in their grief. Together, they discuss faith, healing, recovery, and why conversations like this are urgently needed as fentanyl-related deaths continue to rise.

In this episode of We’re Out Of Time, host Richard Taite sits down with creator and DJ Shahrukh Pithawalla to pull back the curtain on the modern creator economy. They dive deep into why chasing viral fame is often a trap and how building a slow, authentic community is the only way to survive online.