👿 The UNSEEN Dark Side of Ibiza w/ Emmalena Nesmith
In this raw, emotional, and brutally honest episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Emmalina, once a part of the furniture in Ibiza's community, a fellow recovering alcoholic and now a senior nurse prescriber working in addiction recovery in a UK prison.
Emma has been sober for 15 years now. We have both been through similar struggles, and this is quite possibly the most important interview I will ever do, and I am truly grateful for this opportunity.
We talk about:
🎉 The madness and magic of Ibiza from 2000–2010 🌴
🍺 Drinking culture, blackouts, and invisible lines crossed 🍻
🤒 The moment she woke up with sick in her hair and a tongue swollen “like a tennis ball” 💥
🏥 Losing control, hitting rock bottom, and how she found sobriety in Sweden 🇸🇪
🩺 Life after addiction: parenting, purpose, and helping others find recovery 👩⚕️
🙅♀️ Why AA isn't a cult, and how the 12 steps can change everything 🙏
This is more than a story about addiction; it’s about healing, forgiveness, love, and how recovery can become your greatest superpower.
If you've ever struggled with drinking, or loved someone who has… this one’s for you.
⚠️ Trigger warning: this episode contains discussion of addiction, seizures, and alcohol-related trauma.
#ibiza #party #alcohol
Recovery Resources ⬇️
🇬🇧 UK Drug & Alcohol Support Resources
1. Talk to Frank
What it offers: Honest, non-judgmental info on drugs and alcohol.
Helpline: 0300 123 6600
Live chat: Available on the website
Text support: Text 82111
2. NHS – Find Addiction Services
What it offers: Search tool for local drug/alcohol services through the NHS.
Also see: NHS Alcohol Support Page
3. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) UK
What it offers: Free peer support groups across the UK.
Helpline: 0800 9177 650 (24/7)
4. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) UK
What it offers: Support for drug addiction, including online and in-person meetings.
Helpline: 0300 999 1212
5. SMART Recovery UK
What it offers: Self-management tools and peer groups. Alternative to 12-step programs.
6. We Are With You (formerly Addaction)
What it offers: Free, confidential support with local and online services.
7. Turning Point
What it offers: Community-based services, including detox and rehab in some areas.
8. Release
What it offers: Legal advice and advocacy around drugs and drug-related issues.
9 . Al-Anon Family Groups UK
What it offers: Support for family and friends of problem drinkers.
Helpline: 0800 0086 811