Rise Up: A Recovery Outreach Podcast

David Baker hosts Karl Carter on the Rise Up Recovery podcast to discuss his path from hardship to newfound hope through recovery. Karl reflects on the transformation in his life, including purchasing a home and starting the E2 Project with his wife. This project helps bridge the gap for those seeking addiction and mental health recovery services. Karl highlights their upcoming motorcycle ride eve...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery Podcast , host David Baker sits down with Tonyna Riddle, a Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist, to talk about her important work in Hardin County. Tonyna shares how she organizes educational trainings that help the community better understand the science of addiction and how it affects the brain. She also emphasizes the need to break down stigma through...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, host David Baker talks to Chasity Carter about the upcoming fundraiser, February 21 at Hardin County Middle School, for the Recovery Fest in August. Recovery Fest provides resources for individuals seeking mental health, drug, and alcohol treatment and is a gathering for both those in recovery and their supporters. Chasity shares her personal journe...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, host David Baker sits down with Mary Ann Lanham, a recovery advocate who shares her journey of overcoming addiction. Mary Ann opens up about her turbulent past, growing up with addicted parents, and the chaos she created as a result. She discusses the pivotal role spirituality played in her recovery and how a second chance at life has blessed her wi...

In the latest episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, Stanley Hudson shares his profound journey from struggling with substance abuse in his early twenties to becoming a leader in the recovery community at Aspell Recovery Center. Growing up in a small town, Stanley felt out of place and turned to alcohol to fit in. A pivotal moment during his treatment led him to surrender and seek God's help, wh...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery Podcast, David Baker interviews Ronald Stricklin, a certified peer recovery specialist active in Hardin County's recovery scene. Ronald shares insights into his extensive involvement with initiatives like Horizons, a state-funded peer support center, and Adult Teen Challenge. His multi-faceted approach encompasses peer support, personal medicine coach, and m...

In this episode, David Baker hosts Hannah Hollingsworth, who shares her deeply personal journey through addiction, recovery, and redemption. Beginning drug use at 17, Hannah's life spiraled into a series of challenges including homelessness and jail time. Her pivotal moment came through the opportunity to join a drug court program, which helped her confront her past and embrace recovery. She becam...

This episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast features Scott Smotherman, a key figure in the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) community of Hardin County. Scott recounts the significant role AA has played in his life, helping him navigate through a challenging period and build a foundation for recovery. The conversation delves into the structure and philosophy of AA meetings, emphasizing a welcoming and su...

This episode of Rise Up Recovery podcast features Chasity Carter, who shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery leadership in Hardin County. Her story encompasses early struggles with substance abuse, motherhood at a young age, and ultimately a path to transformation through faith and community support. Chasity and her husband Karl, both in recovery, are now actively engaged in suppo...

Through a heartfelt conversation with Mike Emanuel, this podcast explores the intricate layers of addiction and recovery. Mike emphasizes that addiction is not a moral failing, but a complex biopsychosocial issue requiring a holistic approach to treatment. He advocates for addressing the spiritual aspects of recovery, which involve finding purpose, self-worth, and community belonging. By highlight...

The podcast episode follows Mike Emanuel's inspiring journey from addiction to becoming a recovery community leader. After rehab, Mike took on the unexpected role of caretaker for a large property in Alabama, where he cultivated a recovery program centered around work, reflection, and nightly campfire discussions on life and faith. Over nine years, his leadership transformed the program from a few...

In this powerful Rise Up Recovery podcast episode, Mike Emanuel shares his harrowing tale of addiction and redemption. After battling alcoholism for nearly two decades, Mike found himself homeless and lost. An encounter with a friend led him to a faith-based rehabilitation program, where he began to rediscover himself and his spirituality. Despite personal tragedies, including the loss of his moth...

In this podcast, David Baker speaks with Tommy Morris, highlighting Tommy’s remarkable recovery journey. Tommy shares insights from his struggle with addiction despite coming from a supportive family background. He credits the Aspell recovery program and drug court for his sobriety, reflecting on how these experiences transformed his life. Tommy is now contributing back to the community as a weeke...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, host David Baker sits down with Candis Jackson, the intake coordinator at Jack Gean Shelter in Hardin County. Candis shares her personal journey from struggling with addiction to becoming a leader in the recovery community. She emphasizes the importance of asking for help and getting involved in community support systems. Candis discusses the shelte...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, host David Baker welcomes Michelle Williams, Director of Nursing at Lifespan, to discuss the crucial role Lifespan plays in supporting recovery efforts within the Savannah community and surrounding areas. Michelle elaborates on Lifespan's comprehensive healthcare services, emphasizing their integration of medication-assisted treatment and behavioral...

In this podcast episode, David Baker interviews long-time jail minister David Burgess. David shares his 20 years of experience in the Hardin County Jail, helping inmates with Bible lessons and aiding their spiritual journey. Despite changing groups due to transfers and releases, he consistently shows up each week offering an authentic, compassionate, respectful presence, which he believes is just...

Sandy Bidman, a social worker from Aspell Recovery Center, discusses her lifelong battle with alcohol addiction in this episode of Rise Up Recovery Podcast. She opens up about her tumultuous past, right from her early years witnessing her father’s alcoholism to her own struggle. She also talks about her work in helping others cope with their addiction.

Cody Williams shares his powerful story, starting from a troubled childhood living with parents battling addiction, to his transformation into a beacon of hope as a case manager at Aspell Recovery Center. Williams experienced his first spiritual awakening holding his newborn son, a moment that propelled him towards a desire for change. He explains how establishing a relationship with God and the p...

Karl Carter's journey from addiction to recovery is featured in this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast. After battling a 20-year addiction and losing everything, Karl found solace and support in Savannah's recovery community. His commitment to change, daily prayer, and involvement in recovery activities have transformed his life. Karl now works to help others by teaching relapse prevention c...

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, David Baker speaks with Cherish Woodis, a cherished member of the recovery community. Cherish shares her journey from battling addiction and mental health issues in high school to achieving sobriety in her mid-twenties. She discusses her extensive work in recovery programs and her new role as a Peer Recovery Specialist at Hardin County High School....

Join David Baker on the Rise Up podcast as he interviews Suzanne Thomas, co-director of Open Door Outreach in Savannah, TN. Suzanne discusses the inception and vision of Open Door, which focuses on supporting women in recovery, many of whom are repeat offenders due to lack of support. Utilizing an old clinic and community resources, Open Door offers free meals, parenting classes, and holistic supp...

The podcast episode features DeShana Rogers, a counselor trainee at the Jack Gean Shelter for Women. She shares her journey from a dysfunctional family background to recovery and becoming a counselor. The shelter offers a transformative 90-day program, providing women with education, employment opportunities, and crucial life skills. DeShana emphasizes the importance of coping with downtime, pract...

Linda White shares her powerful story of growth and healing through her involvement in Al-Anon. With a history of alcoholism in her family, Linda found herself on a journey of self-discovery and self-love. Through Al-Anon meetings, she learned to unpack her past, work through resentments, and focus on her own well-being. Join Linda as she discusses the transformative power of Al-Anon in her life a...

Aspell Recovery Center in Hardin County is at the forefront of changing lives impacted by addiction. With a dedicated team led by coordinator Jesse Johnson, Aspell offers a comprehensive 90-day program for men and women seeking recovery. From structured routines to employment opportunities within the community, Aspell focuses on empowering individuals to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into so...

The Carl Perkins Center in Hardin County plays a vital role in child abuse prevention and family support. Through empowering parents with resources, training, and nurturing parenting classes, the center aims to transform lives and provide hope for a brighter future. Teresa Nelson, the executive director, is dedicated to spreading awareness and building a community that supports and uplifts every c...