D2R Recovery Room

Discussions 2 Recovery Podcast

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From Montclair State University, join students, nurses, and special guests as we explore the ups, downs, and inspiring moments on the journey from diagnosis to recovery.

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From hardship to inspired change with David Awadalla 15.06.2026 52:33

In this episode of Discussions 2 Recovery, David Awadalla shares his recovery journey and explores how communities can strengthen and sustain support for individuals impacted by substance use disorders.

Experience to Advocacy: How Tonia Ahern and Nikki Tierney are making a difference 08.05.2026 52:26

NCAAR advocates, Tonia and Nikki join us to today to talk about their personal stories with Substance Use Disorder and how that led them to where they are today. They will both be speaking at our conference this year on June 24th!

Dr. Judith Schmidt and her role in the New Jersey State Nurses Association 23.04.2026 27:55

Judy speaks on how NJSNA influences healthcare policy, provides continuing education, and serves as a professional organization for all registered nurses in NJ.

A Patient's Path to Recovery 09.04.2026 1:05:25

Dr. Ganon sits down with an anonymous patient who shares his firsthand experience with addiction and recovery. He speaks openly about his struggles with alcohol and drugs, the role AA played in his recovery, the importance of having a sponsor as a guide, and the science behind addiction. His story offers a powerful look at the realities of recovery and how those experiences continue to shape who h...

Geretha Diamond on her experience with the Chemical Dependency program at Jacobi Medical Center 03.03.2026 30:15

In this episode, we sit down with Geretha Diamond, a dedicated nurse who shares her powerful journey into the field of substance use disorder treatment, speaking candidly about her path, her work with patients, and the ongoing impact of stigma in healthcare.

Dr. Michael Ganon on discovering his path in the Substance Use Disorder field 03.02.2026 46:20

In this episode, we meet Dr. Michael Gannon, a physician whose passion for substance use disorder treatment led him to the Center for Prevention and Counseling, where he is dedicated to helping others recover.

Dr. Margaret Pipchick and Holotropic Breathwork 02.12.2025 30:13

In this episode, Dr. Rodriguez sits down with Dr. Margaret Pipchick to explore her journey into holotropic breathwork and her perspective on the evolving nursing field. Together, they unpack what holotropic breathwork actually is and its relation to substance use disorder.

Dr. Rosita Rodriguez on Nursing, Education, and Community Impact 03.11.2025 17:54

In this episode, Dr. Rabia Hanif chats with Dr. Rosita Rodriguez, Associate Professor of Nursing at Montclair State University, about her journey in nursing, her passion for education, and how the Diagnosis to Recovery (D2R) program is empowering communities through mental health and substance use awareness. Follow us on Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/d2r_msu_son/

Diagnosis to Recovery: Year 1 ! 10.09.2025 9:04

This episode looks back on the first year of Montclair State’s Diagnosis to Recovery (D2R) program: training 350+ Mental Health First Aiders, hosting a global conference, and launching new substance use disorder education. From New Jersey, D2R is breaking stigma and building healthier communities worldwide.