Join the Party Coach as we sit down with seasoned podcasters Andy (co-creator of "The Daily" and "Rabbit Hole" at the NYT) and Matt (Crimetown; Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling) to discuss their new venture, REFLECTOR, a documentary-style podcast that tells stories about the messy debates in our society, and on how deeply listening to one another can reveal a sense of shared humanity.

Their first episode details THE SINCLAIR METHOD, an alternative treatment for alcohol use disorder using a drug called NALTREXONE. As someone who has spent 10 years in various states of recovery & investigating my own drinking, I had never heard of this method.

We discuss why, and then navigate the influence of social norms and media on divisiveness, particularly in regards to alcohol & addiction treatment. Can storytelling bridge gaps or is conflict baked in? We explore our own definitions of partying, explore over-drinking, medication awareness with Naltrexone, and the complexities of modern journalism. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:52 Andy and Matt's Podcast Journey 01:40 The Mission Behind Reflektor 03:20 Challenges in Media and Storytelling 08:42 The Role of Fun and Social Trust 10:02 Sober Socializing and Alternatives to Drinking 24:00 The Impact of COVID-19 on Drinking Habits 35:11 The Sinclair Method and Naltrexone 42:08 Personal Reflections on Medication and ADHD 42:59 The Stigma Around Addiction Medication 44:01 The Sinclair Method and Medical Education 44:48 Personal Stories of Addiction and Recovery 45:50 The Role of Party Culture in Addiction 51:14 The Importance of Connection and Belonging 55:38 The Struggle with Faith and Spirituality 01:05:06 The Need for Open-Minded Curiosity in Journalism 01:08:21 Final Thoughts and "Reflections"