In this episode, we welcome our first official guest of Season 2—Blum! We start things off with the usual hockey talk (Flyers vs. Penguins playoff vibes) before diving into a much more serious and personal journey.

Blum opens up about his career in mental health, working in adolescent and children’s units, and the sobering reality of seeing kids as young as five struggling with anxiety and depression. We also discuss his personal story of sobriety, celebrating 4 years sober, and the "epiphany moment" that changed his life.

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 (US/Canada) or 111 (UK).

Of course, it wouldn’t be Altered Judgement without some pallet destruction. We review local favorites Mammoth Hot Sauce and Rommadill Pickles, try the infamous "Malort Sucks" candy, and take on "DA Bomb BEYOND INSANITY" hot sauce.

Episode Chapters:

[01:08] Guest Intro: Meeting Blum through a decade of hockey.

[03:30] NHL Playoff Talk: Can the Flyers sweep the Pens?

[13:05] CONTENT WARNING: Discussion on Mental Health, Sobriety, and Suicide Awareness.

[14:14] Blum’s career in adolescent mental health and the rising issues in children.

[24:52] The journey to 4 years of sobriety and the turning point at a funeral.

[48:51] Local Review: Mammoth Hot Sauce & Rommadill Pickles.

[01:09:11] Fishing, Tattoos, and Hobbies.

[01:17:43] The "Malort Sucks" Candy Challenge & "DA Bomb Beyond Insanity" Hot Sauce.

[01:28:43] New Game: "For Real or Foreplay" (Satire Porn Title Guessing).