Longterm: A Podcast In Recovery

As recovery efforts grow, so does the need for technology to make keeping up with the work achievable. Ti King discusses the multifaceted nature of recovery with Sean Rickenbacker, who works in the behavioral health space. They explore personal experiences with addiction, the importance of support systems, and how technology can enhance patient care. The conversation emphasizes the need for commun...

The spectrum of addiction is broad and extends beyond substance dependency. Behavioral addictions, such as an addiction to sex and intimacy, can be equally damaging. Therapist Rick Snyderman, who specializes in both substance and behavioral addictions, explains that the euphoric pursuit of sex can mirror the addictive patterns of drugs like methamphetamine. This episode addresses the critical ques...

Recovery is a widely connected and multifaceted subject. We often talk about the adults in recovery but what about the kids who pick up their parents' addictions? SmartJustice set out to answer those questions in a 6 episode season on juvenile justice with interviews with supreme court justices, police officers, the Secretary of DHS, and so many more. Subscribe to SmartJustice and learn about what...

It takes time to change a habit, but to life a long life of freedom from addiction, it takes solid self control. Josh Foster has found a new way of mastering his own needs, wants, and health with rigid discipline in what he eats, the way he exercises, the philosophy he reads, and what he allows his thoughts to dwell on. Working with a large team at Serenity Park Recovery in Little Rock has put him...

When you pass a stranger who is well dressed, well spoken, and well off, what kind of assumptions do you make? Kristy Boone knows very well how we can assume someone's life is perfect. Her recovery from a childhood much different from her adult life started when she became a mother. The amount of wisdom that Kristy casually distributes in this episode is incredibly deep and eye opening. This talk...

After unimaginable loss – first his son to substance abuse, then his wife – Jeffrey Johnston chose a path of action. This episode, the first in our Pathways to Innovation collaboration, follows Jeff's journey as he transformed grief into a mission. Learn how he bought an RV, traveled the nation connecting with decision-makers, and spearheaded software development to help others stay on the path to...

Crystal Holland is a prominent figure in the recovery community in Arkansas. This episode covers aspects of recovery, including personal journeys through addiction, the importance of peer support, and the challenges faced by families affected by substance abuse. Crystal shares her own story of overcoming a 22-year addiction to meth and alcohol, her experiences in recovery programs, and her current...

Cae Cordell has lived a life that we have only seen in movies. Born into a family of abusers with narcissistic ill intentions and fighting to leave the town where she believes her father was burying bodies, Cae found herself in the arms of new evils. This episode is not for the weak and we warn you that this story may be triggering for you if you have ever been at the hands of an abuser. For more...

In this deeply personal and powerful episode of Longterm, Ti King and Latonya share their raw and honest experiences navigating the complexities of addiction within their families. They delve into the profound impact of alcoholism, discussing the challenges of growing up in environments shaped by substance abuse and the arduous journey of overcoming a victim mentality. This conversation highlights...

Anika Dixon has seen what women with children need when they are released from prison and she sees where she can help. Found the nonprofit organization SHEBuild, Anika has put in place a strong resource to help justice involved mothers find their self worth, housing, and a way to provide for themselves and their children. Attend or donate SHEBuild's fundraiser here: https://anika-dixon.mykajabi.co...

Exodus. Life has seen a lot of changes over the years since its conception. From directly addressing reentry for incarcerated people to becoming one of the few recovery community organizations in the state of Arkansas, battling substance abuse and addiction, Exodus. Life has been on the front lines. In this episode, I talk to Myra Woolfolk, director of Exodus. Life about what she has seen in recov...

Kristen Stivers has accomplished so much in sobriety in a short amount of time. After years of addiction, she finally found a way out and has dedicated her life and new career to helping pull others up out of the depths of addiction. Find the podcast on every platform: www.longtermpod.com #alcoholabuse #addictionrecovery #traumainformed #recovery #peersupport Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Jeff Watts knows what it's like to need help as both a nonprofit founder and as a veteran with trauma. Rally Pointe Nonprofit Council is providing service to other nonprofits who serve veterans and getting them the assistance they need from filing their legal status to preparing for financial audits, all in the name of paying it forward. Subscribe to Longterm: A Podcast in Recovery on your platfor...

Wiley Jones was born as a slave, sold with the furniture, thrown into war, and rose as an entrepreneur in the Jim Crow South. This limited podcast series tells the most complete version of his story after extensive research and interviewing by the Arkansas Podcast Collaborative. Subscribe on your favorite platform and help us preserve this incredible story. #history #blackhistory #arkansas Learn m...

This first episode of the new year talks about sober celebrations, alcoholism, and the future of recovery. We talk to MaryBeth Hill about an upcoming National Peer Recovery Alliance event.#recovery #soberlife #societyandculture #interview #peersupport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Through the opioid recovery funds, millions of dollars have come to each state to help prevent the abuse of substances. I had the opportunity to speak to the Arkansas Drug Director Tom Fisher on what he expects the funds to be used for and the outcome they anticipate. Please remember to like, subscribe, and share our content with others. #opioid #recovery #drugaddiction #funding #arkansas Learn mo...

Introducing From Prison to Purpose. Special episode explores the journey of Jackie Willits, a woman who has overcome significant trauma and addiction to find recovery and purpose in her life. Jackie shares her experiences with childhood abuse, the escalation of her drug use, and the challenges she faced during her time in prison. She discusses her reintegration into society, the importance of buil...

I take you inside the 3rd annual Faith Recovery Conference, an inspiring event hosted by Jimmy McGill. This gathering brings together recovery organizations, advocates, and individuals on their personal recovery journeys. In this episode, I share my experience witnessing the powerful connections formed as participants bond through shared stories of struggle, healing, and the discovery of a higher...

Ti King and Chris Porter explore the themes of recovery, the hero's journey, and the importance of lived experience in overcoming addiction. They discuss the significance of faith, the role of nonprofit organizations in providing support, and the impact of recovery on families. The conversation emphasizes the need for inclusive recovery resources and the importance of a higher power in the recover...

In this episode, the host discusses the process of creating the podcast and the challenges of making evergreen content in the rapidly changing recovery scene in Arkansas. The host introduces their connection to the recovery world and the importance of subjective perspectives in understanding and addressing recovery. They also discuss the $26 billion settlement against pharmaceutical companies and...

Episode 3: Faith vs Science in Recovery In this episode of Longterm, we explore the age-old debate between faith-based and science-based approaches to substance abuse recovery. Join us as we examine the unique perspectives, philosophies, and techniques that define these two paths toward healing and sobriety. We'll discuss how faith-based recovery programs, rooted in spirituality and religious prin...

It's not popular to think about what drugs may already be in your neighborhood. In this episode, we look at what are the less obvious instances of substance abuse that may even be in your own home, what schools tried to use to prevent drug use, and what do you do when you're addicted to legal substances. #substanceabuse #addiction #recovery #drugs #opioid #arkansas Learn more about your ad choices...

Join us on a journey through Arkansas as we dive into the lives of those seeking recovery from addiction and substance abuse in this powerful documentary series. Watch as individuals share their stories of struggle, hope, and perseverance in the face of addiction. #recovery #documentary #Arkansas #addiction #substanceabuse Follow Ti King @tikingofficial  http://instagram.com/tikingofficial Learn m...

Longterm Trailer Script Arkansas, the land of sprawling landscapes, beautiful parks and overflowing prisons. Our journey begins. Welcome to "Longterm," the podcast that dives deep into the pulse of recovery in Arkansas. In this documentary podcast, we walk with you through the current state of what it takes for addictions to be treated, how far services have come over the years, and how much furth...