Real Talk about Addiction and Recovery: Eliminating the Whisper

Send us Fan Mail Addiction doesn’t just affect one person—it reshapes an entire family. Harry Cunnane shares the reality of opioid addiction, the turning points that led him toward recovery, and the hard-earned lessons he wishes every family knew sooner. This is a raw, hopeful conversation about shame, courage, accountability, and what it takes to keep going—one day at a time #EndTheWhisper www. E...

Send us Fan Mail Georgia’s addiction crisis won’t change without policy that actually reaches people where they are. In this episode, State Representative Sharon Cooper breaks down what it means to legislate recovery from strengthening public health strategy to expanding treatment access and building real accountability across the systems that touch prevention, intervention, and long-term recovery...

Send us Fan Mail Christina and Garrett speak openly about addiction, the hard realities families face, and the roadblocks to recovery that too many people run into especially when support, treatment access, and real-world resources don’t line up. They unpack what helps (and what hurts), why isolation is so dangerous, and how community sometimes in unexpected places can become the turning point. Yo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Eric Jennings musician and recovery advocate known for bringing the energy with Black Lion Reggaet o talk about how recovery reshapes your life from the inside out. Eric shares what it means to stay grounded, keep showing up, and use creativity as a force for healing. We also get into the power of community and why the recovery movement needs more...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Georgia State Representative Esther Panitch for a candid conversation about what it takes to lead when the stakes are high. We talk about the realities of public service, the issues hitting families at kitchen-table level, and how policy becomes personal inside the State Capitol. Rep. Panitch shares what motivates her, what surprised her most in o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re joined by Elenore Sturko, MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale and a former RCMP officer with years of frontline and public-safety experience. We dig into what British Columbia is seeing on the ground from addiction and mental health to public safety and accountability and what leaders can do differently if the goal is fewer deaths, more recovery, and stronger communit...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Michael Mumper for a direct, honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and what it takes to turn pain into purpose. This isn’t a highlight reel this is the real work: the turning points, the lessons learned, and the practical ways families, communities, and leaders can respond with urgency and compassion. If you’ve ever felt powerless watchin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Tom Wolf for a direct, human conversation about addiction, recovery, and what it actually takes to move from awareness to action. We talk about the cost of stigma, the realities families are living through, and the solutions that make a measurable difference community support, practical policy, and recovery-centered leadership. If you’ve ever wond...

Send us Fan Mail Addiction is personal but policy determines whether help is reachable. In this episode, Matthew Gambill joins us for a candid conversation on Georgia’s addiction and recovery landscape, the real-world impact of legislation, and the hard choices leaders face when lives are on the line. We cover practical steps that expand treatment access, strengthen recovery supports, and move com...

Send us Fan Mail Alexia Jones reveals how art became both her refuge and her revolution. Through painting, movement, storytelling, and creative expression, she discovered a pathway out of darkness that traditional recovery models often overlook. Alexia shares how the artistic process mirrors the recovery journey itself layer by layer, mistake by mistake, beauty emerging from what once felt broken....

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, Stone sits down with national recovery advocate Chris Thrasher for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about addiction, stigma, and what real solutions look like in the real world. Chris shares what he’s learned from years of working on the front lines of prevention, treatment, and recovery—what’s actually working, what’s clearly failing, and why too man...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode, host Jeff Breedlove sits down with Tarusa Stewart, a recovery powerhouse and the founder of IHOPE (Intentional Holistic Opportunities to Promote Empowerment) based in Warner Robins, Georgia. With nearly 24 years of recovery, Tarusa is leading a quiet revolution across 16 correctional facilities by doing what was once considered impossible: bringing &qu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Mike shares a powerful and deeply personal account of his journey through addiction, relapse, and long-term recovery. With honesty and clarity, he reflects on the patterns that kept him stuck, the moments that nearly cost him everything, and the turning point that led him to seek real change. Mike discusses the emotional, physical, and relational impact of addicti...

Send us Fan Mail Board-Certified ER nurse and overdose prevention educator Andy Gish, RN, BSN, CEN joins us to unpack what real recovery looks like in the middle of the opioid crisis. From helping pass Georgia’s “Don’t Run, Call 911” Medical Amnesty Law to training communities on how to use naloxone and respond to overdoses, Andy has been on the front lines saving lives and changing systems.  We t...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the untold stories behind addiction recovery with Candace Whitaker, Executive Director of the Georgia Association of Recovery Residencies (GARR). She is a leader in the fight to bring dignity, safety, and hope to those battling addiction. This episode dives deep into what makes recovery residences truly transformative, their impact saving families from exploitation, and t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Georgia State Representative Long Tran for a powerful conversation about addiction, recovery, and what real change looks like at the Capitol. Rep. Tran talks about how addiction has touched families and communities in his district, why stigma keeps too many people suffering in silence, and what policymakers can do right now to expand treatment, sup...

Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into the story behind the advocate Cammie Wolf Rice a mom who lost her son and refused to let his life be reduced to a statistic. She talks about the hidden side of addiction that families don’t post about, the isolation that comes with stigma, and the moment she decided, “I’m going to speak so other parents don’t have to bury their children.” Cammie shares what...

Send us Fan Mail Jasmine Turner opens up about the parts of addiction and recovery that usually stay quiet the shame, the moment everything had to change, and the people who helped her rise. This episode is real, emotional, and full of hope. If you or someone you love is walking through addiction, you’ll hear yourself in her story and remember that recovery is possible, community matters, and sile...

Send us Fan Mail In this raw and eye opening episode, recording artist and entrepreneur Joey Yak shares his deeply personal journey from the chaos of the music industry and drug addiction to a life grounded in purpose, discipline, and authenticity. With unfiltered honesty, Joey opens up about the highs of fame, the lows of substance abuse, and the identity crisis that forced him to confront who he...

Send us Fan Mail In this honest and inspiring episode, Robert shares his journey from tough beginnings to finding strength, success, and a deeper sense of purpose. Through raw stories and hard earned wisdom, he opens up about the battles he’s faced, the lessons he’s learned, and how faith and resilience helped him rise above it all. Whether you’re grinding through your own struggles or looking for...

Send us Fan Mail What if your life changed forever in a single night? In this emotional and deeply personal episode, Lauren Sisler—Emmy-winning sports reporter and author of Shatterproof —shares the devastating loss of both her parents to opioid overdoses within just hours of each other. But this isn’t just a story of loss—it's a story of silence, survival, and ultimately, strength.  Hear how...

Send us Fan Mail Before Ben Newman became a top performance coach to NFL teams and Fortune 500 CEOs, he was just a kid growing up in the shadows of addiction. In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Ben opens up about the struggles he faced watching his parents battle addiction — and how those early scars became the fuel for his relentless purpose. With raw honesty, Ben shares how pain becam...

Send us Fan Mail Sheila Mendelson, a successful entrepreneur, shares personal stories and professional insights into the complex journey of healing, resilience, and recovery from addiction. Her candid conversation offers both inspiration and practical advice for anyone navigating emotional challenges, trauma, and the addiction recovery journey.  Tune in to hear a voice of compassion, clarity, and...

Send us Fan Mail Join Coach Scott Cochran and Jeff Breedlove for a powerful conversation with Britt Reid. From Super Bowls to prision Britt Reid has endured the hell of addiction and now is a leader advancing the hope and joy of recovery. This powerful, emotional, direct, and transparent episode will give the listner a realistic insight to addiction and recovery - you will experience a range of em...

Send us Fan Mail Join Coach Scott Cochran and Jeff Breedlove for a powerful conversation with Britt Reid. From Super Bowls to prision Britt Reid has endured the hell of addiction and now is a leader advancing the hope and joy of recovery. This powerful, emotional, direct, and transparent episode will give the listner a realistic insight to addiction and recovery - you will experience a range of em...