Prevention Intervention & Health Equity

Difo is one of our community partners at Big Brothers Big Sisters and shares how important prevention is when it comes to avoiding substance abuse issues especially when that support comes in the form of menrotship!

Listen as we learn about how Rachel's experiences with substance abuse and misuse as a young adult shaped her career and life as a social worker and research assistant

Listen as we learn about Sruthi's experience as a Medical Student going through rotations.

Listen as we learn about Jovil's experience working with youth and substance mis-use.

Listen as Cathy Campbell shares her story about how the impact of drug use has changed her family

Hear from a completely new perspective as Nico, a high school student, shares his perspective of substance abuse education and why youth turn to substances

Follow as we discuss addiction in youth with Danielle Searcy, a trained youth professional, mother and former teacher.

Listen to Caitlin tell her story of recovery from heroine and other substances.

Listen to Caroline tell her story of recovery from heroine and other substances.

Matthew Slavik discusses his struggles with heroin and numerous illegal substances, and his overcoming of his addiction.

Leah is 4.5 years sober, a new homeowner, and works as an engineer for Tableau. She is discussing her addiction and her recovery.

Hosted by Christina E. Maskley: Tyler is 11 years sober and thriving in his recovery. He is currently a Director of Operations and a scuba director in Davie, Florida. He is also happily married with a new baby at home.

Hosted by Christina E. Maskley: M.J.’s journey of recovery started in 2019 after a DUI arrest (May). As of August 2019 she is a recovering alcoholic and working in a professional field and has lived in South Florida since 1995 and has been married for 21 years. She comes from a long family history of addiction and substance abuse.

Hosted by Christina E. Maskley: Barbara Hayes-Murray (AKA Bobbie). Bobbie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Psychology Professor of over 30 years. She owns her own practice and works very closely in substance abuse intervention, prevention, and treatment. Bobbie offers an inside look into the world of substance use recovery, treatments, and recent trends.

Hosted by Christina E. Maskley: Carolina has worked as a nurse in South Florida for fifteen years. Throughout her experience, she has seen the true effects of addiction and the substance use epidemic. In this episode, narrated by Project Coordinator Christina Maskley, Carolina describes some of the trends and concerning side effects she is seeing within South Florida emergency rooms. 

Mac Cather opens up about his struggles with addiction in this episode. His long road to recovery included thirteen rehabs, ten different high schools, two trips to jail, losing more than twenty-five friends to overdoses, and he finally reached recovery after he was arrested. 

Cathy Cather talks about her son's struggle with addiction and his long path to recovery. As the CEO of Parallel Profile, she discusses the important role of genetics in addiction and warns against the perils of substance abuse. 

Dr. Ellis has an inspiring story of excelling in spite of significant hurdles. Her passion for Track and Field propelled her forward into a successful and drug-free life.  Throughout her life, multiple mentors pushed her toward success. In this episode, Dr. Ellis provides motivational advice to youth growing up in difficult situations. 

Here is a quick preview of what is to come with our podcast!