Our Story
Who we are
Sam has lived it. Alexis has learned it. Together, we bring two perspectives—one from inside addiction, the other from the outside looking in. Sam shares raw, unfiltered truths from experience, while Alexis navigates what it means to support, understand, and set boundaries. Through honest conversations, we challenge the narratives around addiction, recovery, and the ways society shapes them.
Why it Matters
We’re here to have the conversations most people avoid—the raw, unfiltered, and sometimes uncomfortable truths about addiction, recovery, and the gray areas in between. Sam Speaks isn’t just another blog or podcast—it’s a place where we dismantle the romanticized narratives surrounding substance use, challenge the blurred lines between helping and enabling, and navigate the realities of addiction from both inside and out.
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This journey started with two perspectives: one from the trenches of addiction, and the other from the outside looking in, and learning fast. Through lived experiences, personal struggles, and hard-earned insights, we share real stories and hard-hitting commentary on the ways media, culture, and even well-intentioned support systems can either uplift or harm those in recovery.
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Here, you’ll find raw personal reflections, deep dives into how addiction is portrayed in entertainment, and open discussions on what it truly means to support a loved one battling addiction—without losing yourself in the process. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just looking to understand more, you’re welcome here.
This is not a space for judgment. This is not a space for sugarcoating. This is a space for truth.
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Let’s speak easy about the hard stuff.