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Vision:
To eradicate crystal meth addiction, especially among the gay male population.
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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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Send us a text Supplimental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/kevinmartin In 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 th...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/couples In 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 ...
Send us a text Supplimental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/lovingyourself In 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 ...
Send us a text Supplimental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/moral In this episode, Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Maurice Nagington, an academic researcher from the University of Manchester who conducted a longitudinal study following 20 participants over two and a half years for his book "The Moral Lessons of Chemsex: A Critical Approach." Maurice's research takes a non-judgmental approach to understanding chemsex subcultures, focusing on how they develop...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/chatgpt In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Dallas Bragg explores an emerging frontier in addiction recovery: using artificial intelligence as a recovery tool. Guest Dan, a lawyer in recovery who extensively studied AI policy, shares how he transformed ChatGPT into a personalized recovery companion that provides 24/7 support for managing cravings, tracking triggers, and maintaining sobrie...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/listenerletters In this essential Q&A episode, Dr. Dallas Bragg teams up with his assistant coach Bobby to tackle the most pressing questions from listeners navigating crystal meth recovery. Drawing from real DMs, emails, and Reddit submissions, they address the raw, unfiltered concerns that many are afraid to ask about—from sexual healing to relapse patterns to the stigma that keeps people ...
Send us a text Supplementary Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/sevenyears In this deeply personal episode of The AfterMeth Podcast, host Dr. Dallas Bragg reflects on his seven-year journey of being meth-free, sharing intimate details of his recovery process with unflinching honesty. Recorded in August 2025 to commemorate his seventh anniversary, this episode serves as both a celebration of his progress and a roadmap for men struggling with crystal meth ad...
Send us a text In this powerful episode of the Aftermeth Podcast, host Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Dan, a 54-year-old man from New York City who has been sober from crystal meth for over five years. Dan shares his journey from being a high-functioning VP who maintained his career while secretly using meth in workplace bathroom stalls to eventually seeking help through an outpatient program at NYC's LGBT center. Despite appearing successful on paper, Dan describes feeling trapped in a "dark la...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/minoritystressDr. Dallas Bragg explores how intersecting marginalized identities affect addiction and recovery with Gustavo, a Venezuelan-American who shares his crystal meth journey. The conversation examines "multiple minority stress" - how being brown, undocumented, neurodivergent, and gay creates compounding psychological pressures. Guest & Key Concepts Gustavo immigrated to the US at ...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/mildtowild In this provocative and educational episode, Dr. Dallas Bragg explores harm reduction approaches to chemsex and party-and-play (PNP) culture with two Canadian harm reduction specialists. The conversation challenges traditional abstinence-only models and showcases innovative programs supporting men who have sex with men (MSM) in their substance use journeys. Jordan Bond-Gar - Coordinator o...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/silence Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Alexander Cheves about his personal experience with chemsex and the crisis of silence surrounding substance use in the men who have sex with men (MSM) community. Alexander explains that U.S. LGBTQ+ media often avoids covering chemsex due to fears of pathologizing the community, even though gay male communities have documented higher rates of substance abuse. Both c...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/purpose In this powerful episode, host Dr. Dallas Bragg sits down with Ben Kaye, a UK-based advocate who's making waves in the fight against chem sex addiction within the men who have sex with men (MSM) community. Ben's story is one of transformation—from experiencing the isolation and misunderstanding that many face in traditional treatment systems to becoming a passionate voice for change. Ha...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/Mell Dr. Dallas Bragg sits down with Mell McCracken, a leading specialist in chem sex recovery, for an essential deep-dive into sexual reintegration after methamphetamine addiction. This content-rich episode addresses one of the most common yet rarely discussed challenges in recovery: finding fulfillment and healing in sober sexuality. Who This Episode Is For: • Anyone abstinent from meth strug...
Send us a text Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/jayson In this episode of The AfterMeth podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg sits down with Jayson Parker, a successful adult content creator who transformed his relationship with sex and intimacy after overcoming methamphetamine addiction. This raw, honest conversation explores one of recovery's most challenging topics: rebuilding a healthy sex life after meth. What You'll Learn: The Journey from Addiction to...
Send us a text Supplementary Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/reinvention In this episode of The AfterMeth podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg welcomes Evan Lunt, a chemistry professor and drag queen who completely reinvented his life after methamphetamine addiction. This conversation provides a practical roadmap for anyone looking to reclaim their identity and build a new life in recovery. What You'll Learn: The Power of Geographic Change: • Why Evan chose treatment ...
Send us a text Supplementary Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/energy In this episode, Dr. Dallas Bragg sits down with Craig Brucato, a certified professional life coach and former meth user, to explore what comes after abstinence from meth - and how to get unstuck when recovery feels mundane or directionless. What You'll Learn: The "Now What?" Dilemma Why many people feel stuck after completing traditional recovery programs How to move from surviving so...
Send us a text Find the supplemental study guide for this episode here: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/storytelling In this episode of the AfterMeth Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg welcomes artist and writer Ed Firth for a rich conversation about the intersection of addiction recovery, creative expression, and queer identity. Known for his graphic novels that candidly explore the chemsex scene among men who have sex with men, Ed shares how storytelling became both a sur...
Send us a text Supplemental study guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/EMDR In this episode of the AfterMeth Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg and Drake Schoeppl explore the deep connection between trauma, addiction recovery, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. Drawing from both clinical expertise and lived experience, Drake explains how EMDR can help individuals move beyond abstinence and toward lasting emotional healing. They unpack how low...
Send us a text Find the supplemental study guide here: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/adhd In this episode of the AfterMeth Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg and Daniel Gilsenan unpack the complicated intersection of ADHD and chemsex addiction. They explore how impulsivity, emotional regulation, and identity all play into the recovery process—and why empathy, not judgment, is key. From the risks of self-diagnosis to the role of psychotherapy and medication in healing, this c...
Send us a text Find the supplemental study guide here: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/teacher In this powerful episode of the AfterMeth Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg sits down with Bobby—a former educator turned recovery coach—to unpack the complex realities of chemsex addiction, particularly involving crystal meth and GHB. Bobby shares how a single arrest became a turning point, leading him from a life of isolation and substance use into one of purpose, healing, and ser...
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