Newport County Prevention Coalition

Totally Preventable

The Totally Preventable Podcast was created to provide awareness, prevention education, resources, and support within our community for behavioral health and social causes that maybe you didn’t know existed! Every resident of Newport County can positively impact the social issues their community experiences, it’s just a matter of understanding the challenges we all face. We invite compelling speakers from amazing local organizations and passionate residents with unique life stories to share their insight with you.

Author

Newport County Prevention Coalition

Category

Education

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Latest episode

Nov 21, 2025

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Episodes

Tides Family Services 28.06.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Meredith from Tides Family Services about the programing they offer. Learn more HERE

Rhode Island Indian Council 25.06.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Kalyana from the RI Indian Council about trauma, family and tradition https://www.rhodeislandindiancouncil.org/

Bedjet and the Aramli Foundation 10.05.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Mark Aramli CEO of BedJet and a trustee of the Aramli foundation about inventions and philanthropy on Aquidneck Island.

The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation 03.05.2024

Greg and Polly speak with author Jessica Lahey about her writing and her thoughts on parenting and failure. jessicalahey.com

Responsibility.org 26.04.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Erin from Responsibility.org about underaged drinking prevention strategies Learn more here: Responsibility.org

Community Health Network 29.03.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Erica Hanson, Community Health Network manager from the Department of Health about the many health based programs they offer.

Learning about Memory and Aging Studies 15.03.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Sam Slezak from the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital about current studies.

Speak Sobriety with Stephen Hill 08.03.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Stephen Hill, founder of Speak Sobriety, about his story of substance misuse at a young age,chow he recovered and the benefits to Restorative Practice. Learn more HERE

Wellness Week 01.03.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Tricia Mansfield from Herren Project about all the great events happening around Wellness Week. Learn more HERE

RICARES 23.02.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Sandy Valentine from RICARES about great resources for people in recovery.

Listen to the Silence 16.02.2024

Greg and Polly speak with Debra and Kathleen about the upcoming film event on March 11th featuring 'Listen to the Silence' -Women Lost in the Opioid Crisis. Interested in attending the screening? Learn more HERE

Moms in Power 09.02.2024

Greg and Polly discuss Moms Mental Health with Founder of Moms in Power Arlyana Bowie.

Local Prevention Coalitions need you! 02.02.2024

Greg and Polly speak to collogues Amy and Brian about whats going on with the local Prevention Coalitions. Learn more HERE

Get out and Playworks! 26.01.2024

Greg and Polly play around with Dawn and Alix from Playworks, learning the importance of play for kids and adults. Learn more HERE

Women and The Opioid Epidemic 19.01.2024

Greg and Polly speak to Dr. Debra Gonsher Vinik about the research she has done around women and the opioid epidemic Learn More about Attention Must be Paid Check out our sponsor NOSOLO

RE-RUN - Newport Community School - Leveraging Resources to Help Run Programs. 12.01.2024

***This is rerun episode originally posted on Nov 25, 2022*** Greg and Polly talk to the Newport Community School team about breaking down barriers to assist student to be the best they can be. Newport Community School Website - newportcommunityschool.org

Cassandra Sargent - Queen of the Community Helpers 05.01.2024

In this episode Greg and Polly speak with Cassandra Sargent who they know from her role as Breakfast Coordinator for the MLK Community Center. Cassandras desire to help people and her love for the community is a blessing for the city of Newport. Learn more about the MLK Center HERE Check out our sponsor NOSOLO HERE

Drug Endangered Children Coalition of Roane County TN 29.12.2023

Greg and Polly talk to Nathan Wray from Drug Endangered Children Coalition from Roane County about Coalition work in Tennessee. Learn more about the Coalition here: www.roaneantidrug.org

The Taylor Hooton Foundation 22.12.2023

Greg and Polly talk with Brian from the Taylor Hooton Foundation about the dangers of Anabolic Steroids, HGH and Energy drinks

FIT Club 15.12.2023

Greg and Polly speak with Kristin, Co-founder of FIT club about some ways to educate kids about staying healthy. Learn more HERE

Family Nutrition 08.12.2023

Greg and Polly speak with Ruthann from URI EFNEP about opportunities for youth and families to learn about nutrition and cost friendly meals. Check our their recipes HERE

Home-based Treatment for adolescent eating disorders 01.12.2023

Greg and Polly speak to Andrea and Christina about adolescent eating disorders and treatments available.

Thrive Outside 24.11.2023

Greg and Polly chat with Shannon - founder of Thrive Outside about the importance of kids getting outside.

Safe Homes 10.11.2023

Greg and Polly talk to Executive Director Rebecca Elwell about Safe Homes To learn more on how to keep your home safe click HERE

SHIP - Sexual Health includes Pleasure 03.11.2023

Greg and Polly speak with Brittany Hunt, clinical director at SHIP about Sex, yes you heard that right! Learn more HERE

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