uneven
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a crazy world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a crazy world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
Episodes
Mar 1, 2025
Mar 1, 2025
50 min
Artificial intelligence (AI) is here, and it's here to stay. But what does this mean for humanity? Is it a blessing? A curse? Join D for his cautionary contemplation into the recent rise of AI. (BTW, no AI was used in the writing of this blurb — in case you were curious.)
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 good morning / lying in bed0:01:40 moods & the podcast0:02:01 update on the community (uneven.life)0:09:32 my social media reluctance0:12:17 uneven foundation / core group0:13:52 ai & the atomic bomb0:19:56 ai is popping up everywhere0:21:11 this doesn't feel right0:22:48 are we sacrificing humanity for convenience?0:26:13 the exponential growth of ai is here0:28:11 the loss of the struggle, the meaning0:30:35 why would i write a book now?0:31:16 taking a couple of steps back0:34:26 how do we respond to?0:38:27 a paper route and a moped0:40:52 it's about the human connection0:42:17 we still have choices / balance0:44:14 the benefits of ai0:46:17 a visit from my dog murphy0:47:24 life is hard, and it's supposed to be0:49:21 signing off
REFERENCES
uneven (the uneven community)— https://uneven.life— Join now for a 14-day free trial.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Saturday, March 1, 2025— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Mar 1, 2025
50 min
Feb 6, 2025
Feb 6, 2025
32 min
Managing your anxiety takes many forms? Taking responsibility. Releasing blame. Becoming a partner with your doctor. And, finding connection within acceptance. Wanna learn more? Join D for today's recording of unevenLive. I'll see you there.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 welcome0:00:16 busy day0:01:15 news from uneven.life0:03:22 a bit about anxiety0:04:19 we handle anxiety in different ways0:05:33 the acceptance mountain, and the ride downhill0:08:44 compassionate responsibility0:10:29 taking charge of your anxiety0:11:18 releasing control0:13:31 responsibility & blame0:17:14 becoming a partner with your doctor0:18:11 our leadership team0:18:28 doctors & medication decisions0:20:47 I'll keep this short today (ya, right)0:21:09 the uneven connection0:22:00 just be real0:22:57 it's only you, in your head0:24:08 been a bit depressed lately0:25:40 the joy inside the sadness0:27:38 it all comes back to acceptance0:28:54 a shout out to my team0:30:02 you are not alone0:30:51 wrapping things up
REFERENCES
BOOK: "Hope and Help for Your Nerves" by Claire Weekes— https://a.co/d/bSOjAIg— - Results of years of experience treating real patients with anxiety.
the uneven community— https://uneven.life— - Check us out with a 14-day free trial.
VIDEO: Taking Charge of Your Anxiety— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/taking-charge-of-your-anxiety-101-anxiety-tips-4
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, February 6, 2025— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Feb 6, 2025
32 min
Jan 23, 2025
Jan 23, 2025
58 min
Alexis Ritvo MD, MPH is a board-certified psychiatrist at the University of Colorado School Medicine, co-founder of the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group, and lead author on the research study that introduced BIND. Join us for this illuminating conversation.
* Part 1 of this discussion was released on our sister podcast, "Benzo Free." Listen to it here: https://blubrry.com/benzofree/141330301/a-psychiatrists-perspective-w-dr-alexis-ritvo-part-1-of-2-benzo-free-141/
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 introduction0:03:08 Dr. Ritvo's Bio0:04:53 welcome back0:04:59 complications of long covid0:09:18 what are your thoughts on antidepressants?0:13:57 prescribing ADs for benzo withdrawal0:15:38 what about insomnia?0:21:56 how to deal with morning cortisol rush0:24:59 murphy says hi0:25:43 are there any safe medications?0:29:04 what do you recommend that aren't meds?0:31:44 what about supplements?0:38:55 do other medications hinder benzo withdrawal?0:42:20 what is antidepressant tolerance?0:45:23 do we fully heal from benzos?0:48:02 how do you know when to hold during taper?0:49:33 healing and hope0:52:27 what are your thoughts on taper coaching?0:53:34 closing advice0:54:59 thank you to our guest0:55:23 thank you and closing notes
ALEXIS RITVO, MD, MPH
Alexis Ritvo MD, MPH is a board-certified addiction psychiatrist. She is the Program Director for the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Colorado (CU) School of Medicine where she is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry. She earned her Medical Degree and a Master’s in Public Health in Health Policy from Emory University in 2012. She completed her general psychiatry residency and addiction psychiatry fellowship at CU before joining faculty in 2017. Since then, she has been a supervising attending of general psychiatry residents in the CU Medicine Outpatient Psychiatry clinic where she directs a co-occurring disorder subspeciality clinic. Her growing interest in the safe prescribing and deprescribing of prescription benzodiazepines led her to co-found the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group with the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse in late 2020. In 2022, she became medical director for the national non-profit the Alliance for Benzodiazepines Best Practices. She is the current chair of the Education Committee for the American Association of Addiction Psychiatry. She has a passion for psychotherapy, teaching trainees, improving health systems, and advocacy.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Monday, January 13, 2025— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Jan 23, 2025
58 min
Jan 18, 2025
life, loss, & loneliness | unevenLive! #69
Jan 18, 2025
Jan 18, 2025
34 min
What do we do about loneliness? About isolation? About the loss of the life we once knew, or the one that was yet to become? How do we find support and connection when we can't see beyond tomorrow? Join me, and we'll explore these questions together.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 welcome / studio changes0:03:06 a little something different0:05:00 free for all friday (on a thursday)0:06:06 koosh balls and other distractions0:07:29 loneliness & isolation0:10:44 loneliness, my greatest fear0:12:32 what do we do about loneliness?0:15:20 difficulty making friends0:16:05 the loneliness epidemic0:17:02 complications from other medication0:18:49 fluoroquinolones0:21:20 loss & grief0:22:14 the loss of someone0:22:51 loss from medication / 5 stages of grief0:27:23 finding purpose0:29:01 finding connection0:29:35 in-person connection / road trips0:31:51 it's not going to stop me0:33:38 tech issues / wrap up
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, January 16, 2025— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Jan 18, 2025
34 min
Jan 9, 2025
Jan 9, 2025
38 min
In today's live recording of uneven, we explore support sites and the debate over censoring content, we examine cognitive distortions and the drive to argue for our limitations, and we share our concern for recent victims of disaster. Join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 welcome to unevenLive0:01:28 news from uneven.life0:03:24 california wildfires0:04:28 ideas from the uneven community0:05:31 growing our site and spaces0:07:53 politics, divisiveness, and conversation0:11:00 opinions about the opinion space0:13:54 why we have spaces at uneven0:16:23 learning from others0:17:27 meeting people without pretense0:18:41 back to opinion0:20:11 sharing our struggles and symptoms0:23:49 checking in on the chat room0:24:56 looping thoughts0:26:52 the looping "yeah, but…"0:27:42 arguing for our limitations0:30:38 the disadvantaged olympics0:32:26 a good time for self-reflection0:35:38 the idea of unevenLive0:36:52 wrapping things up
REFERENCES
the uneven community— https://uneven.life— A support community for those struggling with life, anxiety, or medication.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, January 9, 2025— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Jan 9, 2025
38 min
Jan 5, 2025
Jan 5, 2025
16 min
Sometimes our physical and psychological symptoms are simply signs of built up tension, built up emotion, built up grief. Releasing these emotions is cathartic, but not always easy. Sometimes we need to prime the pump.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 another sleepless night0:01:24 building tension and emotion0:02:14 forcing the issue0:02:58 "pay it forward"0:04:20 the thing about emotional releases0:05:35 i forgive you0:07:42 my deep breathing sob0:08:12 please let me be trapped in here for ever0:10:01 processing grief0:11:26 trapped in a broken body0:11:57 finding support to ease the burden0:13:29 imperfect0:15:05 wrapping it up
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Sunday, January 5, 2025— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Jan 5, 2025
16 min
Jan 2, 2025
Jan 2, 2025
44 min
Anger arises from a variety of sources. How do we process it? How do we live with it? And most of all, how do we let it go? In today's episode, we explore this topic along with a glance at the past holiday and a gaze into the promising new year. Join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 welcome to uneven0:00:49 gratitude: a new space at uneven0:03:06 getting back to work0:04:44 uneven, a good vibe0:06:15 building uneven0:10:26 technical glitch0:11:16 welcome to 20250:12:01 holiday expectations0:14:44 expectations and hope0:16:30 overcoming anger0:17:25 five stages of grief0:19:16 our lives have changed, and we're angry0:21:56 finding answers all over the place0:23:03 don't bite the hook0:24:17 the cow in the parking lot0:29:54 how we perceive events in our lives0:32:08 most doctors don't want to harm you0:34:06 finding a way to move forward0:35:28 the five stages of grief path0:37:23 acceptance / making the best of it0:38:53 it's like drinking poison…0:41:23 wrapping things up
REFERENCES
Don't Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotion— https://a.co/d/huGqXhk— Lecture by Pema Chodron
On Death and Dying: What the Dying Have to Teach Doctors, Nurses, Clergy, & Their Own Families— https://a.co/d/8Tfadbb— Book by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, M.D.
The Cow in the Parking Lot: A Zen Approach to Overcoming Anger— https://a.co/d/cv33pQz— Book by leonard Scheff and Susan Edmiston
uneven— https://uneven.life— A community supporting those struggling with life, anxiety, medication.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Tuesday, January 2, 2024— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Jan 2, 2025
44 min
Dec 27, 2024
Dec 27, 2024
43 min
So after our experience with anxiety and meds, can we enjoy life again? Can we trust our bodies? Our minds? Will the fear always be with us? In today's episode, we explore this transition and take a look behind the scenes of support organizations. I hope you'll join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 welcome & happy holidays0:00:38 how was your holiday?0:05:02 introduction to the koosh ball0:07:58 the restless night episode0:10:50 how do you accept and enjoy life again?0:12:57 symptom memories0:15:55 tip 1: we get better0:17:15 tip 2: it's our body healing0:18:21 tip 3: decide how you want to live / CBT0:20:35 symptoms fade, sometimes unnoticed0:23:46 the people's community0:26:04 working with other organizations0:27:07 exposure to other support groups0:29:01 our approach to the support community0:31:48 a community for the whole person0:33:00 it takes all of us0:35:12 finding a support group0:38:33 a place of open expression0:40:51 wrapping things up
REFERENCES
the uneven community— https://uneven.life— join us now. Free through the end of January 2025.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, December 26, 2024— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Dec 27, 2024
43 min
Dec 24, 2024
Dec 24, 2024
1 hr 23 sec
So, you can't sleep? Thoughts are endless, energy is relentless, and comfort has evaded you. What do you do when insomnia strikes? As for me, I record a podcast. Join me for one of our classic recordings on a restless night of rumination.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 i can't sleep (12:54 am)0:01:00 my two choices on a sleepless night0:02:42 insomnia, akathisia, & nerve pain0:05:42 the rumination rhumba0:08:57 the little green light0:10:16 where are you at? / finding sleep0:12:00 the sleep window0:13:52 the times we feel most alone0:16:23 bob ross and happy accidents0:19:40 fear, pain, and the unknown0:21:44 a mindful approach0:25:51 it's all gonna be okay0:27:22 what if this is a happy accident?0:28:55 the akathisia is back (2:14 am)0:31:17 videos, podcasts, and some sleep0:33:06 thinking & theories0:34:50 society's serious shift0:35:58 "the martian," a comedy?0:38:20 the progression of james bond0:39:26 the change in color0:42:45 old sitcoms & a little bit of levity0:46:29 a movie geek0:47:46 the snipe hunt begins (3:09 am)0:50:13 what did i eat?0:52:17 what else did i do?0:53:26 we're all looking for answers0:55:42 time to let murphy out (6:46 am)0:56:21 sometimes we just don't sleep well0:57:33 time to record a different episode of the podcast0:58:32 thank you
REFERENCES
the uneven community— https://uneven.life— Free access through January 31, 2025
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Wednesday, December 18, 2024— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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)
uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Dec 24, 2024
1 hr 23 sec
Dec 20, 2024
Dec 20, 2024
48 min
Do you see the world around you as friend or foe? Do you believe there is one path, or many? Do you welcome differing opinions, or is that thought overwhelming? Join D as he reviews a few guidelines from the uneven community as they might apply to life.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 welcome to uneven live0:01:26 join us at uneven / free access another month0:04:00 another sleepless night (insomnia)0:07:13 happy holidays0:07:57 jotting down ideas0:09:11 how do you see the world? friend or foe0:13:58 my approach (as a friend)0:14:52 changing our perspective, our mindset0:17:07 a look at our community guidelines0:19:54 say hello to santa0:21:57 back to the guidelines0:22:51 a friendly space0:25:47 everyone is different0:28:50 compassionate responsibility0:31:52 open & honest conversations0:34:23 balance, moderation & common sense0:36:08 respect personal privacy0:37:43 no medical advice0:38:41 comments - harm from doctors / big pharma0:42:21 our soft opening / a community-driven site0:42:47 wrapping things up0:44:03 rising above our setbacks0:45:02 closing comments
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, December 19, 2024— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The uneven 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
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uneven theme music— TITLE: From the Earth— ARTIST: Humans Win— PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Dec 20, 2024
48 min

A bit of background...
D E Foster ("D") is a podcaster, author, and researcher who spent most of the last decade helping individuals struggling with anxiety and the complications of anti-anxiety drugs (benzodiazepines). He is the founder of the support site "Easing Anxiety," author of the book "Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal," and a member of multiple research teams and support organizations.
D dealt with anxiety for much of his life. He was prescribed the anti-anxiety medication clonazepam (Klonopin) in 2002 and took the medication for 12 years. He is now benzo-free, but his withdrawal was severe and he still struggles with neurological damage 10 years later.
In 2019, D launched the Benzo Free Podcast which has become a staple in the benzo support community. Even though many of his listeners deal with severe physical symptoms, it was the psychological side of recovery where the podcast made the biggest difference. Anxiety support became the cornerstone of the podcast and lead to the creation of Easing Anxiety.
In 2024, D launched "uneven" — a brand new podcast dedicated to life, anxiety, and being human.
Learn more about Easing Anxiety at (https://easinganxiety.com)
Learn more about D at (https://easinganxiety.com/defoster)
Medical Disclaimer
All content produced by Denim Mountain Press (DMP), including all content on the uneven podcast and the Easing Anxiety YouTube Channel, and any other content produced by DMP for publication through these or any other channels, is for informational purposes only and should never be considered medical/health advice.
The host of the YouTube Channel and Podcast are not engaged in rendering medical, health, psychological, or any other kind of personal or professional services. All contents are provided for informational purposes only. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies.
Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Podcast Disclaimer
The uneven podcast (the Podcast) is owned and operated by Denim Mountain Press. The information provided is for general informational purposes only. All information is provided in good faith, however we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, validity, reliability, or completeness of any information. Under no circumstances shall we have any liability to you for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of information provide by the Podcast or reliance on any information provided therein. Your use of the Podcast and your reliance on any information contained therein is solely at your own risk.
The Podcast may contain references to other content belonging to or originating from third parties. Such references are not investigated, monitored, or checked for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness by us. We do not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information offered by third-party websites referenced in the Podcast or any website or feature linked in any banner or other advertising. We will not be a party to or in any way be responsible for monitoring any transaction between you and third-party providers of products or services.
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