Using Data to Predict Relapse & Improve Rehab with Trac9

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DANG! The Todd Bridges Podcast

Todd Bridges and Bettijo Bridges

53 episodes

1 day ago

Coal for Christmas? A Darth Vader haircut? And Santa’s true identity? This Christmas Eve, Todd and Bettijo debate holiday chaos, family traditions, and why believing in Santa might just save Christmas—whether you’re naughty, nice, or getting charcoal.SUMMARYIt’s the DANG! Christmas episode, and Todd and Bettijo kick things off exactly how you’d expect: roasting each other’s hair, debating whether “DANG!” works as a holiday greeting, and diving headfirst into what really makes the holiday season the holiday season. From when Christmas decorations should go up to why Todd thinks kids might deserve coal, nothing is off-limits.The conversation winds through favorite (and least favorite) holidays, faith, and the meaning behind Christmas and Easter. Todd proudly claims his Grinch status while still loving family time, and Bettijo shares how traditions—like intentional gift-giving and Santa letters—keep the magic alive. Along the way, they swap childhood memories, blended-family realities, and hilarious debates about Santa’s race, belief, and bargaining power.Things take a nostalgic (and slightly unhinged) turn with stories of Nerf gun battles, BB gun mishaps, and holiday chaos past—before circling back to what matters most: togetherness. Whether it’s kids believing just a little longer, families navigating whose turn it is, or simply showing up, Todd and Bettijo remind us that Christmas isn’t about what’s under the tree—it’s about who’s around it.They wrap things up with a festive ToddFlix recommendation (Red One), more coal jokes, and a heartfelt reminder to enjoy your family while you have them. Funny, honest, and perfectly imperfect, this episode is a Christmas Eve listen made for eggnog, laughter, and embracing the beautiful mess of the holidays.HIGHLIGHTSDarth Vader vs. Eraser Hair: Todd and Bettijo roast each other’s morning hair—and somehow Star Wars and office supplies both lose. (00:38) When Christmas Actually Starts: Bettijo declares the Macy’s Parade the official permission slip for Christmas music. Todd strongly disagrees. (01:55)Certified Grinch Energy: Todd’s favorite holiday is…not Christmas. (04:10)Coal > Presents?: Todd explains why naughty kids should really get coal—and why he’s totally serious. Maybe. (05:59)The Gift Math Madness: Bettijo’s bucket system for “fair” Christmas gifting. (09:51)Santa Believers (Ages 18+): How Bettijo keeps her grown kids believing in Santa—for strategic reasons. (13:43)Santa, According to Todd: Why Santa was Black in his house—and still might be. (14:42)BB Guns & Bad Ideas: Holiday nostalgia takes a dangerous turn. (16:26)ToddFlix – Red One: The Rock, Krampus, and the slap heard ’round Christmas. (22:05)LISTEN TO LEARNWhy the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is the legal loophole for decorating early.How to turn Christmas shopping into a sneaky math lesson (that kids don’t hate).How to keep Christmas “fair” without losing your mind.Whether you're decorating your tree in November or waiting until the last second like a holiday rebel, this episode is the gift that keeps on giving. Stop being a Grinch—hit play and join the family!Follow on Instagram: Todd @toddbridges & Bettijo @pagingsupermom--------------------© 2025 Loop 101 MediaDANG! is produced by Loop 101 Media, Bettijo Bridges, Todd Bridges & Attalie AnneFor more information contact info@loop101media.com

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Using Data to Predict Relapse & Improve Rehab with Trac9 - Ep. 50

DANG! The Todd Bridges Podcast

36 minutes

1 month ago

Using Data to Predict Relapse & Improve Rehab with Trac9 - Ep. 50

Getting sober has long relied on hope, promises, and big claims — but rarely on measurable progress. In this milestone 50th episode of DANG!, Todd and Bettijo talk with Dr. Jared Dempsey and Kevin Jones, co-creators of Trac9 Informatics, about what happens when recovery is measured with science instead of slogans.SUMMARYFor decades, addiction treatment has been a kind of Wild West: different centers using different questionnaires (or none at all), progress measured by gut instinct alone, and no reliable way to compare outcomes or understand what actually helps people stay sober. Today we welcome Dr. Jared Dempsey and Kevin Jones of Trac9 Informatics, two leaders working to bring scientific measurement into a field that has historically operated without it.As the saying goes (the one Bettijo was grasping for): “What gets measured gets managed.” And in recovery, measurement has often been missing. Dempsey and Jones explain how their standardized weekly assessments look at key psychological factors—like depression, anxiety, stress, and more—that actually predict long-term sobriety. With millions of data points collected across treatment settings, they’ve uncovered patterns that can reveal when someone is struggling, when relapse risk may be rising, or when a therapist might need to dig deeper.The discussion also turns to the wider treatment landscape: the push toward value-based care, where centers are rewarded for meaningful outcomes rather than simply filling beds; the need for greater transparency around what “success” in treatment actually means; and the persistent stigma that still keeps many families from seeking help sooner.HIGHLIGHTSIntroducing Dr. Jared Dempsey and Kevin Jones of Trac9 Informatics and their work in addiction treatment. (0:56)The nine key variables in their standardized weekly assessment battery, including spirituality and stress. (1:46)How the lack of measurement in treatment made the industry the "Wild West." (3:18)Explaining how Trac9 uses a computer learning system and customized algorithms to predict relapse risk for each treatment center. (6:59)Discussing their new feature that estimates the likelihood of relapse for an entire year post-discharge. (10:30)The concept of the "therapeutic co-pilot" and how the recovery data gives patients power over their substance use disorder. (13:02)How the fentanyl crisis is escalating the life or death danger of addiction (16:30)The actual death toll of addiction – killing more people each year than car crashes and many types of cancer (17:18)The importance of transitioning to value-based care where facilities are incentivized to achieve successful outcomes. (24:59)ToddFlix - Resident Alien (32:20)LISTEN TO LEARNHow weekly, science-based assessments are bringing order to the “Wild West” of rehab and redefining what real progress looks like.The psychological markers that actually predict lasting sobriety.How data can flag rising relapse risk before it becomes a crisis — giving therapists a true “co-pilot” in care.What families should look for (and avoid) when choosing a rehab facility.Follow on Instagram: Todd @toddbridges & Bettijo @pagingsupermom--------------------© 2025 Loop 101 MediaDANG! is produced by Loop 101 Media, Bettijo Bridges, Todd Bridges & Attalie AnneFor more information contact info@loop101media.com

DANG! The Todd Bridges Podcast