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The Benzo Free Podcast

The Benzo Free Podcast

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Launched in February 2019, the Benzo Free Podcast has become a lifeline of the benzo community providing information, support, and a personal connection to thousands struggling with benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal (BIND). Hosted by D E Foster, the podcast blends personal stories, interviews, and a variety of facts and studies from a decade of research and lived experience. If you, or someone you know, has been affected by anxiety medication, you might want to check it out. Learn more on our website at https://easinganxiety.com/podcast.©2023 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved Desarrollo Personal Enfermedades Físicas Hygiene & Healthy Living Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental Éxito Personal
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  • 5 Keys to BIND Success | Benzo Free 144
    Jun 6 2025

    Discover five essential elements for successfully managing BIND (Benzodiazepine-Induced Neurological Dysfunction). Join us in today's episode as D explores key findings and practical insights to support your healing journey.

    CHAPTERS

    0:00:00 Introduction

    0:01:31 The Uneven Community (uneven.life)

    0:03:54 Visit Us on Social Media (@theUnevenLife)

    0:05:16 Guided Meditations Coming Soon

    0:05:39 The Benzo Free Podcast LIVE @ Uneven

    0:09:21 Benzo Info / Everyone Is Different

    0:13:18 Confusion Around Benzos & BIND

    0:15:58 This Experience Is Hard

    0:18:01 Key Elements for BIND Success

    0:19:49 1) It's a Mental Game

    0:24:25 Keep Yourself Occupied

    0:25:32 There Is No Short Cut / Acceptance

    0:28:27 2) The Anxiety Tool Belt

    0:31:18 3) Helping Others

    0:34:01 4) The Natural Approach

    0:38:39 5) Signs Your Body Is Healing

    0:43:06 Mindset Matters

    0:44:13 Find Support

    0:46:12 Wrapping Things Up

    REFERENCES

    "Hope and Help for Your Nerves" by Dr. Claire Weekes

    — https://a.co/d/2yY8c1E

    Benzo Free Podcast: Managing the Fear (Part 1 of 3)

    — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/managing-the-fear-of-benzo-withdrawal-part-1-bfp003

    — First of our 3-part podcast series on Managing the Fear of benzo withdrawal.

    The Uneven Community

    — https://uneven.life

    Uneven Website

    — https://theUnevenLife.com

    RECODING INFO

    — RECORDED: Tuesday, June 3, 2025

    — LOCATION: Colorado

    PODCAST SITELINKS

    — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree

    — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com

    — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx

    — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx

    PODCAST SUMMARY

    This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.

    PODCAST DISCLAIMER

    The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

    Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

    SUICIDE PREVENTION

    If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.

    PODCAST MUSIC

    All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)

    Benzo Free Theme Music

    — TITLE: Walk in the Park

    — ARTIST: Neil Cross

    PODCAST PRODUCTION

    The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

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  • BIND, Fatigue, Tolerance, and Terminology | Benzo Free 143
    Apr 19 2025

    What really is tolerance? How does it differ from withdrawal? From BIND? When does one start and the other finish? Today, we clear up some confusion around benzo terminology and timing. We also examine the recent uptick of fatigue and pain. Join us.

    CHAPTERS

    0:00:00 Getting Everything Ready

    0:00:42 Welcome / Catching Up

    0:03:14 The Uneven Community (uneven.life)

    0:08:02 ASAM Benzo Guidelines

    0:10:36 Learning from Working with You

    0:11:22 Benzo Community as a Model for Others

    0:13:18 Our Team at Uneven

    0:14:42 Terminology in the Benzo Community

    0:17:00 Why BIND is the Proper Term

    0:21:56 Benzo Belly vs. GABA Belly

    0:24:40 Are These Symptoms Tolerance?

    0:28:23 Too Focused on Terminology?

    0:30:19 Looking for Answers / Obsession

    0:34:20 The Rationality of Acceptance

    0:36:19 There's No One Way to Do This

    0:38:35 Fatigue, Aches, Pain, and COVID

    0:43:15 Symptoms May Not Be Just Benzos

    0:45:50 Wrapping Things Up

    REFERENCES

    ASAM Benzo Guidelines

    — https://www.asam.org/quality-care/clinical-guidelines/benzodiazepine-tapering

    Basics of BIND

    — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/basics-of-bind

    Long COVID: Lasting effects of COVID-19 (Mayo Clinic)

    — https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-long-term-effects/art-20490351

    Podcast Episode on the ASAM Guidelines (#142)

    — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/new-asam-benzo-guideline-pros-cons-top-10-takeaways-benzo-free-142

    Understanding Drug Tolerance (Healthline)

    — https://www.healthline.com/health/drug-tolerance

    RECODING INFO

    — RECORDED: Friday, April 18, 2025

    — LOCATION: Colorado

    PODCAST SITELINKS

    — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree

    — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com

    — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx

    — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx

    PODCAST SUMMARY

    This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.

    PODCAST DISCLAIMER

    The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

    Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

    SUICIDE PREVENTION

    If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.

    PODCAST MUSIC

    All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)

    Benzo Free Theme Music

    — TITLE: Walk in the Park

    — ARTIST: Neil Cross

    PODCAST PRODUCTION

    The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

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    48 m
  • New ASAM Benzo Guideline (Pros, Cons, & Top 10 Takeaways) | Benzo Free 142
    Mar 11 2025

    The new ASAM Benzo Guideline is finally here! Join panel member, D E Foster, as he takes us on an unfiltered tour of "The Joint Clinical Practice Guideline on Benzodiazepine Tapering," sharing his thoughts and experiences along the way.

    CHAPTERS

    0:00:00 Welcome

    0:02:31 My Involvement / Disclaimer

    0:04:00 The Uneven Life (uneven.life)

    0:06:52 ASAM Guideline (unscripted review)

    0:08:51 Introduction to the ASAM Guideline

    0:14:13 Patients with Lived Experience Panel (PWLE)

    0:17:42 Physical Dependence vs. SUD

    0:19:13 Do Not Discontinue Abruptly / No Cold Turkey

    0:20:02 Public Comments on Guideline

    0:20:52 Key Takeaways

    0:22:01 1) Ongoing Assessment of the Risks

    0:22:45 Benzos & Pregnancy

    0:23:16 Discontinuation Decision in Older Adults

    0:26:29 2) Shared-Decision Making Strategies

    0:27:41 3) Do Not Discontinue Abruptly

    0:28:54 Physical Dependence Can Start in Weeks

    0:29:32 4) Inpatient Care / Rehab

    0:32:26 5) Taper Rate

    0:34:07 6) Tailor Tapering Strategies to the Patient

    0:34:16 6a) Substitution Concerns / clonazepam

    0:37:03 6b) Slow or Pause Taper Based on Symptoms

    0:38:20 6d) Some May Not Fully Taper

    0:39:14 7) Recommending Therapy Support (CBT)

    0:41:07 8) Provide Treatment for Other Conditions

    0:41:41 9) Provide Harm Reduction Strategies

    0:42:41 10) It May Take Months to Years

    0:45:59 We Need Your Questions & Comments

    0:46:29 More on Physical Dependence vs. SUD

    0:48:11 Increased Risk of Self-Harm

    0:48:58 Reporting of Benzo Harms

    0:49:32 What About Z-Drugs?

    0:50:49 No One Size Fits All Approach

    0:52:05 Reviewed All Public Comments

    0:52:55 Benefits of Support

    0:53:41 Maudsley Deprescribing Guideline

    0:54:22 Peer Support Specialists

    0:55:02 Protracted Withdrawal / Benzo Survey

    0:57:23 Benzodiazepine Induced Neurological Dysfunction (BIND)

    0:58:37 Adjunctive Medication (SSRIs, SNRIs, etc.)

    1:03:40 More Coverage of the Guideline to Come

    1:04:26 My Summation / "A Huge Step Forward"

    1:09:43 In Closing

    REFERENCES

    ASAM Benzodiazepine Tapering Guidelines

    — https://www.asam.org/quality-care/clinical-guidelines/benzodiazepine-tapering

    — Free Downloadable PDF

    BLOG POST: ASAM Benzo Guideline Publication

    — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/new-asam-guideline-for-benzodiazepine-tapering-just-released

    The Uneven Life (an online community)

    — https://uneven.life

    — Join us now for a 14-day free trial.

    RECODING INFO

    — RECORDED: Sunday, March 9, 2025

    — LOCATION: Colorado

    PODCAST SITELINKS

    — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree

    — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com

    — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx

    — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx

    PODCAST SUMMARY

    This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.

    PODCAST DISCLAIMER

    The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

    Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

    SUICIDE PREVENTION

    If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.

    PODCAST MUSIC

    All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)

    Benzo Free Theme Music

    — TITLE: Walk in the Park

    — ARTIST: Neil Cross

    PODCAST PRODUCTION

    The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

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