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I Hid a 10-Year Drug Addiction From My Wife | Blackout, Lies & How I Finally Got Sober
About this episode
Matt Robinson lived a double life for over a decade.
Behind the scenes, he was battling a severe drug addiction… while his wife had no idea.
It started with a prescription after an injury at just 11 years old. What followed was years of lies, hiding money, and chasing pills—until everything came crashing down during a blackout in Las Vegas, where he emptied his bank account overnight.
That moment led to a phone call that changed everything.
In this episode, Matt opens up about:
Living a secret addiction for 10 years
The moment his wife found out
Addiction, shame, and rebuilding trust
What recovery actually looks like long-term
How he’s stayed sober for 13 years
This is one of the most honest conversations about addiction, marriage, and recovery we’ve had on the show.
If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode is for you.
Matt Robinson lived a double life for over a decade.Behind the scenes, he was battling a severe drug addiction… while his wife had no idea.It started with a prescription after an injury at just 11 years old. What followed was years of lies, hiding money, and chasing pills—until everything came crashing down during a blackout in Las Vegas, where he emptied his bank account overnight.That moment led to a phone call that changed everything.In this episode, Matt opens up about:Living a secret addiction for 10 yearsThe moment his wife found outAddiction, shame, and rebuilding trustWhat recovery actually looks like long-termHow he’s stayed sober for 13 yearsThis is one of the most honest conversations about addiction, marriage, and recovery we’ve had on the show.If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode is for you.
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or mental health, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to my partners at Compassion Behavioral Health. They offer individualized care and a full continuum of treatment.
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