Addict II Athlete Podcast
The Addict II Athlete podcast is hosted by Coach Blu Robinson a licensed clinical mental health counselor and substance abuse counselor who has worked in the field since 2001. Blu is a fantastic public speaker, coach, and therapist who works with many individuals, youth, couples, and families addressing issues like addiction, trauma, communication, parenting, and more.
Blu hopes to provide listeners with the skills and game plans for anyone to turn their mess into their message of hope and a bright future. He is seasoned and has been hosting podcasts since 2016 and produced over 500 episodes.
The AIIA podcast is here to inspire anyone. We share recovery stories, education, life tips, address teen and parenting issues, and more. Our topics address all walks of life but also addiction recovery with tips and fundamentals for those seeking recovery as well as the family and friends of someone who is. Addict II Athlete removes the negative stigma of addiction and mental health and creates a foundation of potential and support.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 52 minutes
- Episodes
- 468
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
OVERTIME: Family Communication
When you are dealing with a loved one's addiction, you may feel helpless and afraid. You may not know how to help them or what to do next. The good news is that there are resources available to you…
AIIA Minor League with Savannah Robinson: Moving Forward and Glancing Back
Today's episode is for our Minor League (18 and under). Savannah is Coach Blu's 17 yo daughter. On this episode she and Coach Blu discuss moving forward and glancing back and how they are complementa…
Overtime: Foundation of Recovery
Addiction is a complex disease that affects all areas of your life. It can happen to anyone at any age, but it's often easier to ignore the problem than face it head-on.
There are many ways to get he…
Overtime: Potential for Positive Change
The health consequences of drug abuse can be severe and long-lasting, and can include physical and mental health problems such as heart disease, stroke, liver damage, respiratory problems, cancer, an…
Just Commit: Arwen Becker
What an amazing guest we have for you today!!! Coach Blu talks with Arwen Becker. Growing up she talks about what it was like to have an alcoholic stepfather. What alcohol started to do in her life …
Overtime: Identifying Relationships
Overtime is our weekly podcast where Coach Blu and Athletic Director(General) Marissa discuss questions and comments that our listners have.
Everybody needs support in their lives. How do I know if I…
Atsilv Hawinaditlv (Fire Inside) Kallup McCoy II
Today's guest is Kallup McCoy II. He is one of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee. Coach Blu and Kallup talk about how faith is a big part of recovery. Kallup's life hit bottom when his dad passed from…
Warrior in the Garden: Rob Eastman
No Longer in The Shadows: Owen Vermeulen
Owen Vermeulen's journey began as a skateboarder until addiction derailed his path. Through resilience and determination, he channeled his energy into cycling. Now a professional gravel cyclist, he r…
Mindset Is Everything: Shadrach Feild
This episode is a restream from May 30, 2021 Coach Blu interviews Shad Feild, cowboy, pilot, and son of Lewis Feild. After a traumatic plane crash in August 2020, Shad didn't know if he would ever wa…
Odyssey House Journals: Coach Blu interview
Today's episode is from an interview Coach Blu did in 2019. Coach Blu is in the studio with Randall Carlisle who now works for Odyssey House. Coach Blu dives into how AIIA is hoping to fight addictio…
Overtime: Questionable Parenting?
Today Blu and Marissa discuss Parenting- problems with behavior modification. They talk about the recent Ruby Franke YouTube Vlogger from 8 Passengers charged with 6 felony counts of child abuse.
The Recovery Trap: A Discussion of The Freedom Model
Coach Blu interviews Michelle Dunbar Mark Scheeren. They have created a mindset called the freedom model. Addict to Athlete revolves around the foundation of this style of recovery. They discuss thei…
Replacing Old Negative Behaviors With Positive: Addiction Unlimited
Angela Pugh interviews Coach Blu on her podcast Addictions Unlimited.
Does exercise and movement give us a framework to follow for sobriety and fulfillment? Coach Blu definitely thinks so, and he’s …
Free Falling Towards Recovery
Today coach Blu interviews Leon Roullard, owner and skydive instructor from Skydive The Wasatch. Leon has been around flying since his first tandem skydive in 1996 and continues to find ways to share…
How to Help a Drug Addicted Family Member or Loved One
This is a previously aired episode we thought you would like to hear again. Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marissa discuss how to help a drug addicted family member or loved one. Do you have a loved…
#BONUS# Addiction VS Sobriety: Vance Johnson
Coach Blu talks with Vance Johnson, a former NFL player who played for the Denver Broncos from 1985 to 1995. They discuss life on and off the field. Vance describes his life as a fast-paced whirlwind…
Running Your Road: Linda Quirk
Coach Blu interviews Linda Quirk, a dedicated triathlon and marathon competitor for years. Most recently completing the Badwater 135 ultramarathon last month.
She has raised funds for the addiction t…
Overtime: Collateral Damage
When we're talking about family problems, it's important to remember that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Each family is unique and has unique challenges, so the best thing you can do is li…