Archived Episodes

Progress, Not Perfection: Rethinking Success in Your Career Journey with Career Coach Melanie Wexler

In this empowering conversation, career coach Melanie Wexler joins the show to unpack a powerful lesson many job seekers overlook — that success…

February 11, 2026

Host: Ellen Stewart

Guest: Melanie Mitchell Wexler

Title: From Stuck to Supported: Life & Recovery Coaching Explained

This Straight Talk Episode with the Pushy Broad dives into how coaching helps when someone feels lost, stuck, or scared to…

January 28, 2026

Host: Ellen Stewart

A Month Without Spirits: Dry January Demystified - Straight Talk with the Pushy Broad

This episode is dedicated to demystifying Dry January with expert advice from a recovery coach. We cover everything from the origins…

January 14, 2026

Host: Ellen Stewart

When Loving Hurts: A Guide for Families Navigating Addiction & Understanding Recovery Coaching

What do you do when someone you love is battling addiction—and your support starts to feel like a burden?   In…

August 7, 2025

Host: Becc Nelson LMFT

Guest: Ellen Stewart

HIGH: Confessions of a Cannabis Addict with Leonard Buschel

Leonard Lee Buschel is an influential, seasoned writer, editor, and author of his memoir,\' HIGH: Confessions of a Cannabis Addict\'. Watch this fascinating and enthralling…

March 6, 2024

Host: Ellen Stewart

Guest: Leonard Buschel

Loving and Leaving an Active Alcoholic with Guest Host Pushy Broad From The Bronx and Guest Emma Lock

What is it like to live with an active alcoholic? How can you help your loved one? How can you help…

March 22, 2021

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Emma Lock

The Last Law of Attraction Book You’ll Ever Need to Read: The Missing Key To Finally Tapping Into The Universe -Andrew Kap

Don\'t miss this fascinating conversation with author Andrew Kap who offers listeners and readers a never-before-seen understanding of the topic that…

March 8, 2021

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Andrew Kap

Addicted to Another Person? Break The Cycle!

What role does codependency play in your relationship? Codependence is sometimes described as an addiction to another person, rather than a…

February 8, 2021

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

We’re All in this Together with guest host Ellen Stewart and her guest Edwin McCain

Edwin McCain, illustrious singer/song writer of “I’LL Be” and “I Could Not Ask For More” talks candidly with the Pushy Broad…

December 30, 2020

Hosts: Dr. Pat Baccili, Ellen Stewart

Guest: Edwin McCain

Music For Recovery with Guest Host Ellen Stewart The Pushy Broad From The Bronx and guest Kathy Moser

Recovery is a celebration and Music For Recovery honors the creative process with evidence based music programs that are original and…

December 23, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Kathy Moser

It Will Never Happen to Me: Growing Up with Addiction as Youngsters, Adolescents, and Adults with Claudia Black PhD

Claudia Black\'s bestselling classic on the experience and legacy of being raised in an addictive household. In an all too familiar…

December 14, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Claudia Black Ph.D.

Recovery and the Holidays with Jarrard Denny

For people in recovery, the holidays can be a difficult time. This season affects our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Here are…

November 9, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Jarrard Denny

THE TRUTH ABOUT VAPING with Brad Lamm

Brad Lamm discusses his new book: QUIT VAPING YOUR FOUR-STEP, 28-DAY PROGRAM TO STOP SMOKING E-CIGARETTES. Vaping has become a serious…

October 12, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Brad Lamm

National Recovery Month with Guest Harry Cunnane

The 2020 National Recovery Month theme, \"Join the Voices for Recovery: Celebrating Connections,\" reminds people in recovery and those who support…

September 14, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Harry Cunnane

Guest Host Ellen Stewart: Recovery Coaching Tips & Tools that Work for Everyone! & guest David Blackwell

How does a recovery coach help someone stay clean and sober? Did you know that recovery coaching adages work for everyone?…

August 26, 2020

Host: Ellen Stewart

Guest: David Blackwell

Women Who Push For More with Ellen Stewart

What is this show all about?  Why is it so important Now?

August 24, 2020

Host: Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Ellen Stewart

Interventions – Do they work? An interview with Cliff Koblin, LPC, LCADC, CIP

We try desperately to get help for our loved one suffering from alcohol or drug abuse. No matter what we do,…

August 10, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Cliff Koblin

Addiction and Dual Diagnosis

Are you or is someone you know trying to stay in recovery but struggling with a possible mental health disorder? Where…

July 13, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Nelson Hadler LCSW

Young People in Recovery with Danielle Tarino

Young People in Recovery is an organization that envisions a world where all young people have the resources they need to…

June 8, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Danielle Tarino

Special Guest Host Ellen Stewart- A Young Adult Story of Recovery with Ryan Quigley

An inspiring story of a young man’s journey from active alcoholism to recovery.  A must listen for any parent concerned about…

May 26, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Ryan Quigley

What Makes Recovery Hard for Men? with Paul Lavella Jr.

Men are more than twice as likely to develop substance use disorders as women. What specific considerations in the recovery process…

May 11, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Guest: Paul Lavella Jr. MA

Are We Drinking Our Way Through COVID-19?

Americans are drinking a crazy amount of alcohol during coronavirus lockdown.   Are we creating a whole new bunch of alcoholics?…

April 13, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

How Much is Too Much?

How do you know if you have a drinking problem or if you are misusing drugs or alcohol? Can you tell…

March 9, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili

Supporting a Loved One Through Addiction and Recovery

What’s it like to be in a relationship with an active alcoholic or addict? When do you know that it’s really…

February 10, 2020

Hosts: Ellen Stewart, Dr. Pat Baccili