Jersey Shore star Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino kept his addiction secret from MTV – but now he's 10 years sober, founder of his own rehab centers, and says he's thinking about running for New Jersey governor. Mike joins Dr. Drew to talk recovery, second chances, and the "Situation." After eight months in federal prison, Mike rebuilt his life around sobriety and family. He founded Archangels addiction rehabilitation centers, with a goal of one in every state, and is floating a run for NJ governor on a platform he hints starts with "no property tax." Dr. Drew and Mike get into the addiction, the prison time, and what really happened on season 2 of Jersey Shore – when Mike was in withdrawal from painkillers while keeping it a secret from MTV's film crew and their millions of fans. Also on today's show: Dr. John Gaitanis, pediatric neurologist and co-founder of Meadow Biosciences, on leucovorin for autism and why families face 18-to-24-month waitlists. Eric Metaxas discusses his new bestselling book "Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World." LINKS & SOURCES: https://drdrew.com/722026 Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino is a TV personality, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and recovery advocate best known for his role on MTV's Jersey Shore. Now nearing 11 years of sobriety, Mike transformed his platform into one centered around family, wellness, second chances, and personal growth. He is the founder of Archangel Centers and his latest book is "Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation - How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison." Follow at https://x.com/ItsTheSituation ⠀ Dr. John Gaitanis is co-founder & chief medical officer of Meadow Biosciences. He is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with over two decades of clinical and research experience in autism spectrum disorder. Learn more at https://meadowbiosciences.com/ ⠀ Eric Metaxas is the founder and host of Socrates in the City and host of The Eric Metaxas Show. He was appointed to serve on President Trump's Commission on Religious Liberty. He is the author of "Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World." Follow at https://x.com/ericmetaxas SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Be prepared for the next crisis with a Medical Emergency Kit. Learn more at https://twc.health/drew Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on health issues, and do not necessarily represent the views of the hosting platform or producers. This show is for entertainment or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or attorney before making health or financial decisions. Executive Producers • Kaleb Nation - https://kalebnation.com • Susan Pinsky - https://x.com/firstladyoflove Content Producer & Booking • Emily Barsh - https://x.com/emilytvproducer Hosted By • Dr. Drew Pinsky - https://x.com/drdrew About The Show Tired of tribalism and outrage? It's time for a second opinion. From the front lines of the culture war to the front lines of medicine, iconic broadcaster Dr. Drew Pinsky (of "Loveline" with Adam Carolla) brings his unfiltered perspective to today’s most urgent political, cultural, and medical issues. Dr. Drew is a board-certified physician with over 35 years of national radio shows, NYT bestselling books, and countless TV shows bearing his name. He's best known for Celebrity Rehab (VH1), Teen Mom OG (MTV), The Masked Singer (FOX), and multiple hit podcasts. Dr. Drew Pinsky received his undergraduate degree from Amherst College and his M.D. from the University of Southern California. Read more at https://drdrew.com/about