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Every month, we bring you an unfiltered recovery conversation with someone who's either experienced addiction firsthand, or works closely with those in recovery.
No sanitised success stories - just practical insights on what actually works in recovery, that you can apply, in your life too.
Inside each episode, you'll find:
- Direct conversations with guests who understand recovery from personal or professional experience
- Pivotal moments from their journey - their insights, and how you can apply them
- How they navigated each stage along the way (including the failures)
Month by month, we help you unlock the hidden patterns behind successful recovery stories (without the clinical approach).
Listen UP's Presenter Eddie Clarke is Abbeycare's Outreach Manager, and in long term recovery personally.
He's spent over 9 years helping hundreds through their own recovery, and identified the exact patterns that differentiate those who achieve lasting sobriety, from those who struggle.
SHOW LINKS:
- All Listen UP Episodes - https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/listenup/episodes/
- Listen UP Podcast Homepage - https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/listenup/
Why Listen UP matters:
- Discover how others found strength when they thought they had none
- Learn personal insights and professional approaches to breaking free from addiction's grip
- Understand the comprehensive support system that makes lasting recovery possible
- Hear from those who've experienced recovery and experts who've helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction
Abbeycare provides comprehensive 28-day residential rehabilitation programmes at our facilities in Scotland and Gloucester. Our holistic approach combines medically-supervised detoxification, cognitive behavioral therapy, counselling, and aftercare planning to address the physical, psychological, and emotional aspects of addiction.
Our programmes are personalised to meet individual needs, with comfortable en-suite accommodation, nutritious meals, and a supportive community environment.
Beyond your stay, our dedicated aftercare team remains connected, ensuring you're supported at every step of your recovery journey.
Whether you're considering taking the first step toward recovery or supporting someone who is, Listen UP provides the insight, inspiration, and information you need to move forward.
Connect with Abbeycare:
Website: https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/
Phone: 01603 513 091
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbbeycareRehab/
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3222194
X: https://twitter.com/Abbeycare
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DISCLAIMER
All videos are for entertainment purposes only and are not intended to replace professional medical help. If you are struggling with alcohol or substance misuse, please speak to your GP or qualified health professional in the first instance.
| Episode | Date |
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"It Was Terrifying... And The Best Thing I've Ever Done..." | Listen UP Episode 17 - Allan Houston
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Jun 25, 2026 |
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Connection, Hope, And A Door That’s Open... | Listen UP Episode 16 - Tracey McFall
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May 21, 2026 |
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"We Are Not Defined By Addiction..." | Listen UP Episode 15 - In Cahootz
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Apr 30, 2026 |
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It's About Enabling...Hope | Listen UP Episode 14 - Kirsten Horsburgh
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Apr 02, 2026 |
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"It's Scary... But It's Doable..." | Listen UP Episode 13 - May Riddell
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Mar 12, 2026 |
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"I've Never Been So Proud Of You Son" | Listen UP Episode 12 - Eddie Gorman
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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"It Was The First Time I'd Been Honest" | Listen UP Episode 11 - Andy McLaren
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Jan 29, 2026 |
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"Talk To Somebody... The Right Somebody" | Listen UP Episode 10 - Clarke Carlisle
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Dec 11, 2025 |
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"Every Time I Hear A Speaker, It Gives Me Hope." | Listen UP Episode 9 - Gayle Brannigan
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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"There Was So Much Good In My Life..." | Listen UP Episode 8 - John Elford
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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"Small Changes, Big Impact" | Listen UP Episode 7 - Marc Buchanan
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Sep 25, 2025 |
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"People Can And Do Change" | Listen UP Episode 6 - Marie McGuire
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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"We Don't Need To Struggle Alone" | Listen UP Episode 5 - Iain Lee
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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Start Small, Aim Big — Recovery Is Possible | Listen UP Episode 4 - Paul Donnelly
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Jul 10, 2025 |
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"Addiction Thrives In Isolation, Recovery Blooms In Connection" | Listen UP Episode 3 - The Recovery Collective
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May 22, 2025 |
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"The Thing About Trauma We Don't Talk About..." | Listen UP Episode 2 - Darren McGarvey
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Apr 24, 2025 |
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"I Think My Love Of Comedy Just Outweighed It So Much." | Listen UP Episode 1 - Darren Connell
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Mar 25, 2025 |