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Hear what leading addiction and recovery experts are talking about—addiction trends, topics and challenges as well as research, practices and advances that point the most promising way forward. Author and recovery advocate William C. Moyers serves as host of this thought-provoking interview series, brought to you by the renowned Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Listen in on Moyers' conversations with his colleagues who work at the forefront of addiction treatment, recovery and prevention, including noted clinicians, researchers, academics and other thought leaders. With equal parts information and inspiration, Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery opens the door to help, healing and hope.
- 154 - Hope Takes Center Stage
Writer Maggie Moe and composer Joshua Vranas are telling a new story about addiction and recovery that does away with shame and stigma. Instead of normalizing old stereotypes and outdated archetypes, Moe and Vranas wrote and scored a musical, My Pet Dragon, that tells a different story–one that’s centered in hope, trust and courage and, when taking things a day at a time, just how powerful a person can get.
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 - 18min - 153 - A Fountain of Hope for At-Risk Students
Susie Brooks, PhD, founder of Veritas Academy, felt powerless when students came into the classroom with substance use issues, or knew someone struggling. She recognized addiction as a disease—one that injures every community—but she didn't know how to help. So she attended the Graduate School of Addiction Studies to gain the tools and skills she needed to walk alongside her students and make an even greater impact. Tune in to learn more.
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 - 19min - 152 - Bullying Prevention and Community Solutions
Bullying causes long-term damage on students' mental health, often resulting in anxiety, depression or PTSD during a critical developmental stage. But evidence-based approaches provide healthy solutions to complex situations—involving parents, teachers, administrators and other community members at every stage of the process. Jan Urbanski, Ed.D., Director of Safe and Humane Schools at Clemson University, explains how.
Tue, 10 Oct 2023 - 18min - 151 - All-Star Willie Burton – In a League of His Own
When Willie Burton was taken ninth in the 1990 NBA draft, he lost his defenses against addiction—a sensational talent through high school and college, his teammates and coaches looked out for him. But then the coping mechanisms he learned as a child in Detroit came back to haunt him when he hit the League. Tune in to hear his story, his message to people who are struggling, and how he intends to help student and professional athletes in their journey to recover.
Fri, 15 Sep 2023 - 18min - 150 - Story of Hope
On set, Dedee Pfeiffer hears from other actors, crewmates and directors who are inspired by her forwardness—fearless in her pursuit of love and light and publicly accepting her disease of addiction. Tune in as she shares everything she’s learned about loving recovery, why she’s so vocal about her story, what keeps her heart open and full, and how she plans to help more people fall in love with their recovery.
Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 23min - 149 - Native Dads: Recovery through Reconnection Part 2
Intergenerational trauma. Unresolved grief. Stigma and isolation. Such complex and compound stressors can make recovery from substance use and other mental health conditions all the more challenging. But there are successful paths forward. Listen in to learn about the life-changing work of the Native Dads Network. The nonprofit organization helps indigenous fathers and families reconnect with culturally centered healing ways and sacred wisdom—nurturing wellness, belonging and renewed purpose.
Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 17min - 148 - Flipping the Script on Addiction
Addiction is often surrounded by shame and stigma—and both have dominated the different arenas of public discourse for much of human history. No more. Join experts Jeremiah Gardner, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, and Emily Piper, Chief Legal, Advocacy and Compliance Officer, as they debunk popular myths about addiction and recovery and shed light on reality—on hope, on healing, on truth.
Tue, 05 Sep 2023 - 25min - 147 - The Next Workplace Revolution
The next workplace revolution will likely hinge on employers' efforts to empower recovery. Post-covid, 20 percent of employees reported drinking during work. Last year, more people died from alcohol than ever before while the opioid epidemic waged on. What are top employers doing? How do they create a business culture where it's safe to seek lifesaving help? Leading expert Bob Poznanovich chimes in.
Thu, 03 Aug 2023 - 22min - 146 - Walking the Red Road of Wellness
Honesty. Compassion. Respect. Humility. Many of the guiding values of the Red Road way of life—a Native American path of wellness, balance and spirituality—parallel Twelve Step recovery principles and practices. “The Red Road is a path of human wellness, and everyone is invited,” says clinical innovator and addiction counselor Albert Titman, Sr. Listen in as he discusses culturally integrated addiction treatment and recovery approaches that incorporate medicine wheel lessons and holistic care.
Fri, 07 Jul 2023 - 23min - 145 - Radical Love and a Place to Belong
Philip Robert won't stay silent about the exploitation of his Native brothers and sisters: in Arizona, unregulated sober houses are taking advantage of vulnerable people. But Blue Sage Healing, where Philip works, is providing a safer home for recovery, a place of belonging, with a rich cultural connectedness that reunites Native folks with themselves, their ancestry and their people.
Thu, 15 Jun 2023 - 24min - 144 - A Life Spent Helping and Healing
Serving as Chair of the American Indian Advisory Council and spending the past twenty years as an addiction counselor for his Native brothers and sisters, Donald Richard Wright, Elder of the Leech Lake band of Ojibwe, is still finding ways to lift people up and bring them home. Now he joins host Andrew Williams to talk about his journey and how we can better serve the Native community moving forward.
Thu, 15 Jun 2023 - 30min - 143 - Signs of Teen Fentanyl Use
Parents are rightly terrified of fentanyl. But what behaviors should set off alarm bells? And how can parents keep the conversation pointed in the right direction when panic and big emotions start arriving? Clinician Sarah Polley, MD, joins host William C. Moyers to explain what teenagers are thinking about fentanyl, the signs they're using, and how you can intervene and make a difference.
Wed, 14 Jun 2023 - 20min - 142 - How Kathryn Burgum is Reinventing Recovery
Shame and stigma kept Kathryn Burgum silent about her recovery for fifteen years. After she became First Lady of North Dakota, she learned from host William Moyers himself after an event where they both spoke: "The solution is so simple—we end stigma by talking about it." Now she's leading head and heart first, putting her own story front and center, and providing invaluable input to steer policy, public perception, and people everywhere toward real hope and healing.
Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 23min - 141 - In Harm's Way: Health Risks of Teen Vaping
Marketed as safe and cool with fun flavors and clever devices, vapes are hooking a new generation on nicotine. Health experts warn that it's not only water vapor and nicotine surging into the lungs: All kinds of other chemicals are ingested too. Psychiatrist Sara Polley, MD, talks with host William C. Moyers about the prevalence, known health risks and highly addictive potential of vaping among youth. The doctor's bottom line? No amount or form of nicotine is helpful for a young person. Listen in.
Fri, 12 May 2023 - 18min - 140 - John Solomon Gives Voice to Healing and Hope
Out on tour after getting sober, indie-rocker John Solomon made a point of hosting conversations about addiction, mental health and recovery wherever he went. The experience inspired his next career move: Going to graduate school and becoming an addiction and mental health counselor. Today he serves as CEO of the Alaska Behavioral Health Association. From a patient to a clinician to a leading voice in the recovery field, hear why he keeps turning the hope he's found into ways to help others heal.
Fri, 05 May 2023 - 19min - 139 - Finding Hope When Addiction Takes Your Son
His birthday. His death day. Holidays. Family celebrations. That's when Linda Morrison feels the loss of her youngest son, Mike, most profoundly. But with time, she is finding more space in her heart for gratitude and hope—for the happy life Mike wanted for her. Morrison's achingly honest mother-son love story, Dear Heroin: A Memoir of Goodbyes, helps other families feel less alone in the darkness and devastation of addiction. Listen to her poignant interview with host William C. Moyers.
Tue, 02 May 2023 - 23min - 138 - Practicing Recovery from "All the Things"
As author and advocate Dawn Nickel likes to say, "we're all recovering from something." For her, those somethings include alcohol, cocaine, anxiety, marijuana and workaholism. Tune in as the co-founder of the global SHE RECOVERS movement talks with host William C. Moyers about the inspiration behind her daily meditation book for "like-minded, like-hearted" women in their own recovery practice. Discover, too, why Nickel calls the book her "love letter to recovery."
Fri, 14 Apr 2023 - 18min - 137 - How'd You Do It, Steve? A Personal Story of Hope and Recovery
Steve thought the world would come crashing when he packed his bags for treatment. A savvy businessman and CEO, he considered himself too successful, or perhaps too important, to go to treatment: after all, three families relied on him for financial support. Now he admits that was only an excuse, and everything that comes after—hope, healing and connection—are the only accomplishments that matter. Tune in to hear the rest.
Tue, 11 Apr 2023 - 19min - 136 - How to Help Someone Who's Addicted (Spanish)
Cómo ayudar a alguien que tiene una adicción Nuestro primer impulso es ayudar y proteger a nuestros seres queridos. Pero cuando tienen una adicción, ese impulso no es el correcto: puede que nos lleve a hacer cosas con las que no estamos cómodos, y cuando protegemos a nuestros seres queridos de las consecuencias de sus acciones, es menos probable que cambien. ¿Qué deberíamos hacer en su lugar? ¿Qué ayudará a nuestro ser querido a alcanzar y mantener la sobriedad? Y, ¿cómo podemos alcanzar nuestra propia paz mental? Únase al presentador Manuel García y a la experta Martha Mooneyham para aprender más sobre este tema.
Our first instinct is to help and protect our loved ones. But when they're addicted, that instinct is actually wrong: it can make us do things we're uncomfortable with, and when we protect them from consequences, our loved one is less likely to change. What should we do instead? What will help our loved one get and stay sober? And how can we find our own peace-of-mind? Join host Manuel Garcia and recovery expert Martha Mooneyham to learn more.
Wed, 08 Mar 2023 - 10min - 135 - Protecting Our Families and Communities from Addiction (Spanish)
Proteger a nuestras familias y comunidades de la adicción Aunque disponemos de más recursos para hispanohablantes que en años anteriores, la cantidad de muertes por adicción en nuestra comunidad latina sigue siendo mucho más alta que en las comunidades de raza blanca. ¿Cómo podemos protegernos? ¿Qué deberíamos saber sobre la adicción, en especial con respecto a sus consecuencias para la familia y el papel que desempeña nuestra cultura en la rehabilitación? El presentador Manuel García recibe la visita de Martha Mooneyham, experta en rehabilitación, que explica cómo y dónde podemos encontrar ayuda, esperanza y rehabilitación.
We have more Spanish-speaking resources than years past, but our Latino/Latinx community is still dying from addiction at much higher rates than White counterparts. How can we protect ourselves? What should we know about addiction, especially its effects on the family, and what role does our culture play in recovery? Host Manuel Garcia is joined by Martha Mooneyham, a recovery expert who explains how and where we can find help, hope and recovery.
Wed, 08 Mar 2023 - 15min - 134 - How to Choose the Right Outpatient Treatment Program
The search for addiction treatment is exhausting. How do you differentiate one program from the next? What factors are most important? This is uncharted territory, meaning it’s okay to feel lost or overwhelmed. To provide some much-needed clarity and guidance, a panel of experts joined host William C. Moyers to explain what you should look for, including the keys to effective care and the most important questions to ask a potential treatment provider.
Tue, 21 Feb 2023 - 16min - 133 - Why New Mexico Leads the Country in Alcohol-Related Deaths
What did journalist Ted Alcorn learn during his seven-part investigation into drinking trends in New Mexico? From uncovering why the state leads the U.S. in alcohol-related deaths, to discovering laws and policies that ignore and even encourage alcohol use, Alcorn spotted gaps in the system that allowed one man to spend 40 years in active addiction without intervention. But there's hope: he also found some solutions. Now he joins host William C. Moyers to share what he discovered.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023 - 14min - 132 - Most Common Obstacles to Recovery
Some obstacles to addiction recovery for the Native community are obvious and well documented, like underfunded health systems. But other, less obvious challenges are just as sticky and prevent just as many people from seeking help. These obstacles, in turn, lengthen "the journey from the head to the heart"—when a person understands that they need help, but the paradigms of recovery have yet to take root in their heart and soul.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023 - 26min - 131 - How to Relieve Stress and Anxiety without Substances
Millions of Americans are trying to medicate their anxiety with alcohol, marijuana and other drugs. This might work for a short time, but it opens the door for addiction and produces even more anxiety in the long run. Having seen this same sequence of events over and over again, clinician Sarah Wicks, PhD, LP, joins host William C. Moyers to talk about anxiety and addiction: how they feed off one another and the healthy coping skills that actually relieve stress.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023 - 16min - 130 - The Story of a Healing Spirit
This is the recovery story of Daisy Vanslyke, a gentle spirit who spends most of her time healing other people. In her every word and wisdom, she speaks from the heart: she has endured some of life's greatest adversities and hardships, but she still finds beauty and purpose in herself, her children and her recovery. And she's brave enough to see the same in others—and to help them see it too.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023 - 22min - 129 - Coordinating the Care My Community Deserves
Chandell Boyd, LADC, joins host Andrew Williams to discuss her work with the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, where she's an associate director for the Substance Use Disorders Department. Boyd is also an alumnus of the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. And although she dreams of the day when addiction no longer affects her community, she's using her master's to coordinate new patient services and facilitate change in her community and among her people.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023 - 17min - 128 - What Happens in Outpatient Treatment? Am I a Good Fit?
Much has changed in the world of addiction treatment. The standard model of care used to revolve around a 28-day stint inside a treatment center. But residential care isn't optimal for everyone, and with kids, careers and other responsibilities, sometimes it's not even an option. Enter outpatient and virtual treatment options—where the earliest stages of recovery happen alongside the rest of life. Would you be a good fit? Tune in for this panel discussion with host William C. Moyers.
Fri, 17 Feb 2023 - 16min - 127 - Dispelling the Myths Native Communities Recovery Equity
In this episode of Let's Talk Recovery Equity, journalist Ted Alcorn talks about his investigation into alcohol use in New Mexico, which has the worst rate of alcohol-related deaths in the country. He focused on the small town of Gallup in McKinley County, which is sandwiched between Navajo, Hopi and Zuni reservations and has long served as the local drinking spot—and is perhaps the perfect setting for busting myths.
Fri, 17 Feb 2023 - 21min - 126 - The Veteran's Guide to Fighting Pain and Addiction
In this episode of Let's Talk, licensed psychologist and military veteran Dustin Brockberg, PhD, and his wife, Kerry Brockberg, PhD, also a psychologist, talk about their new book, End Your Covert Mission, with host William C. Moyers. They share some tangible advice with other veterans who want to find peace from chronic pain—in all its forms—and long-lasting recovery from addiction.
Thu, 16 Feb 2023 - 20min - 125 - How to Heal and Recover from Shame
Shame and addiction go hand-in-hand. Because of that, some of the most important work in recovery deals with the transformation of shame into something lighter and more actionable—guilt. Then a person can understand, "I did bad things, but I am not a bad person." And they can forgive themselves and work to make things right. Senior clinician Sarah Wicks, PhD, LP, explains the key differences between shame and guilt and chronicles the healing process with host William C. Moyers.
Fri, 10 Feb 2023 - 14min - 124 - Aida's Recovery Story - Trapped in the Eye of the Storm
Aida was addicted to crystal meth and too sick to evacuate when hurricane Katrina battered the coast. Her daughter and family had sheltered in Dallas, but she had to wait out the destruction alone in Baton Rouge, praying for help from helicopters flying overhead. Unbeknown to Aida, a twist of fate was soon to reveal itself. Now Aida and her brother Will share their unbelievable story with host William C. Moyers, reflecting on the power of dignity and hope, especially in the midst of crisis.
Wed, 08 Feb 2023 - 17min - 123 - How Trauma and Migration Affect the Treatment Process
Immigrants and refugees are often forced to flee from unimaginable crisis—their lives torn apart by war and other humanitarian disasters. Unfortunately, that trauma doesn't disappear when they arrive in the States. Plus, with no experience, they have difficulty navigating our health systems. To shed light on the subject, and to explain culturally-responsive treatment settings, Damir Utrzan, PhD, and Manuel Garcia join host William C. Moyers.
Wed, 08 Feb 2023 - 16min - 122 - Great Work: the Cook Inlet Tribal Council
Daisy VanSlyke from the Cook Inlet Tribal Council shares how they're promoting recovery among Native Alaskan communities. Using culturally-sensitive care and native models of wellness, their organization is able to spread the messages of recovery that really stick and resonate with local communities. The key, according to VanSlyke, is to listen.
Tue, 07 Feb 2023 - 25min - 121 - A Family’s Multigenerational Story of Hope and Recovery
Addiction passes from one generation to the next. But so too does the hope of recovery. This was the case for Judy and her family: Her mother was the fourth patient to ever receive treatment at the Betty Ford Center. Then Judy, her brother and her son later followed in those healing footsteps, sharing a multigenerational story of hope and recovery. Now she joins host William C. Moyers to discuss how recovery gets passed down, and she answers the question, "What keeps you sober after 37 years?"
Tue, 07 Feb 2023 - 17min - 120 - Breaking the Cycle of Trauma and AddictionMon, 06 Feb 2023 - 27min
- 119 - The Role of Historical Trauma
Host Andrew Williams speaks with his colleagues Cecelia Jayme, Director of Clinical Services, and Sarita McGowan, PhD. As two proud Native women in long-term recovery, Jayme and McGowan, PhD, share their personal and professional insights into addiction within Indigenous communities. And they discuss how it's being addressed, and how allies and community members can partner to create change—honoring the long history of trauma and the very real impact on their community.
Mon, 06 Feb 2023 - 26min - 118 - The Medicine of Community: Native Strong Men ProjectMon, 06 Feb 2023 - 31min
- 117 - Teaching the Language of RecoveryTue, 24 Jan 2023 - 17min
- 116 - Do I Have an Alcohol Use Disorder?
Has your drinking become problematic? You're not alone: the headlines have focused on opioids and fentanyl, but alcohol remains the most used and abused substance in the country. And the pandemic made things worse. So if you're wondering whether you might have an alcohol use disorder, learn these warning signs and signals—and the healthiest solutions available. Quyen Ngo, PhD, and Stephen Delisi, MD, discuss all that and more with host William C. Moyers.
Fri, 13 Jan 2023 - 16min - 115 - A Message of Hope for Parents with Addicted Children
A beautiful and fun-loving boy transformed when he began to experiment with substances. His father, Stephen, could hardly recognize him: he became "nasty and combative," and their home life was marred by conflict. Willing to do anything, Stephen retired from Wall Street to learn everything he could about parenting an addicted child. Now he joins host William C. Moyers to share some essential life lessons and tools for other families who still hurt.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 - 24min - 114 - Gridiron to Guardian: Student Athlete Inspires Change at His Alma Mater
Mike Heuerman's football career at the University of Notre Dame took a heavy toll on his body. He needed surgery to repair the labrum in his hip and the torn muscles in his lower abdomen. But, as is often the case, the prescription opioids introduced him to addiction. Now Mike is five years sober (and counting), and spreading the hope of recovery to college students at his alma mater. Hear how else he's inspiring people in the full conversation with host William C. Moyers.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 - 17min - 113 - Can We End the Epidemic? The History of Opioids and New Clinical Developments
How did prescription opioids become a gateway to heroin and fentanyl? When did opioids become the gold standard for pain management, and why did regulation take so long? Chief Medical Officer, Alta DeRoo, joins host William C. Moyers to discuss the opioid epidemic in its entirety, including its origins and escalation, the latest treatment solutions and community responses, and more. Tune in.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 - 17min - 112 - How Do We Contain the Fentanyl Crisis? A Panel of Experts Weighs In
Host William C. Moyers speaks with four of his brilliant colleagues about the state of the fentanyl epidemic. Now linked to 70 percent of overdose deaths, the drug is appearing in non-opioids like benzodiazepines, MDMA and marijuana. How did we get here? How can parents and communities limit the deadliness? And how is the medical community responding? Tune in to find out.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 - 22min - 111 - The Battle against Burnout: How to Rediscover Your Joy and Passion
Burnout and compassion fatigue reached a fever pitch during the pandemic, but these problems have existed forever: caregivers and service providers get exhausted, then the beauty of their work—caring for and helping other people—is eclipsed by apathy. To help people return to self and rediscover their passion, author and educator Elizabeth Bishop wrote Conscious Service. Now she joins host William C. Moyers to discuss the practices and philosophies that protect us from burnout.
Tue, 26 Jul 2022 - 17min - 110 - Where Is the Justice in the System? Helping Incarcerated Women Who Face Addiction
Do we want to help incarcerated women, many of whom are locked up for non-violent crimes, or should we let them fend for themselves? Dr. Stephanie Covington has spent decades trying to help these women, providing them the tools and community resources they need to recover and reintegrate into society, but she believes the whole justice system needs to be fixed. Tune in to hear her important perspectives and remarks in this conversation with host William C. Moyers.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 - 18min - 109 - Addiction in the Workplace: Creating a Culture Where Employees Feel Safe
Addiction doesn't discriminate based on income or employment. Employees in any work setting can be affected by the disease, and the culture of the workplace will either encourage treatment and recovery or passively endorse the disease of addiction—with very real effects to the business and, more importantly, to people's lives. Make the shift in culture: join host William C. Moyers and VP of Business Development Bob Poznanovich to get started.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 - 17min - 108 - An Inside Look: Training the Next Generation of Addiction Counselors
Dr. Kevin Doyle, the President and CEO of the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies, joins host William C. Moyers to talk about the evolution of academia and the changing landscape for addiction counselors. They also discuss the urgent and increasing demand for counselors, and how the Grad School is preparing its graduates to become the next generation of leaders—and a vast network of hope and healing. Tune in to hear this fascinating conversation.
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 - 18min - 107 - The Journey Back to Self: How to Feel Okay Despite a Loved One's Addiction
Is it possible to find peace and happiness when a loved one is addicted? Twenty years ago, prized author Beverly Conyers would have said "no." She thought acceptance meant giving up, and she would have sacrificed everything to keep her daughter safe. Now after two decades of learning and living, Conyers has changed her tune: "I have my own life and I have to live it." What other advice does she have for parents and loved ones? Tune in for this hopeful conversation with William C. Moyers.
Wed, 01 Jun 2022 - 17min - 106 - Pregnancy and Substance Use: What to Know and How to Find Help
Can pregnant women safely consume a small amount of alcohol or marijuana? How will prescription medicine affect the baby? Chief Medical Officer and board-certified OB/GYN Alta DeRoo, MD, sits down with host William C. Moyers to answer those questions and more, offering some really simple and thoughtful advice to moms and families who are curious about their substance use—including how to push past the stigma and find whatever help they need.
Wed, 18 May 2022 - 17min - 105 - What to Make of Ketamine: Dangerous Drug or Miracle Medicine?
Ketamine is the source of some controversy: it works wonders for depression, and fast. But it's also addictive and potentially triggering for people in recovery. It's proven to effectively treat severe depression that won't respond to other medications. But because it affects so many receptor sites in the brain, and because it causes hallucinations and other psychedelic effects, there's a lot to consider. Former Chief Medical Officer Marvin Seppala, MD, joins host William C. Moyers to discuss.
Wed, 04 May 2022 - 17min - 104 - Life After Birth: What to Do About Postpartum Depression and How to Find Help
It's common for moms to feel a little "off" after giving birth—the hormonal changes can cause something called the "baby blues," where mom is a little sadder than usual. But another possibility is postpartum depression, which interrupts the mom's mood for an extended period of time, making it hard to get out of bed or care for herself and her newborn. How can she start to feel better without self-medicating? Host William C. Moyers invited Chief Medical Officer Alta DeRoo, MD, to weigh in.
Wed, 20 Apr 2022 - 15min - 103 - Opioid Prevention: How to Help Teens Flourish and Make Healthier Decisions
How can we prevent opioid and drug use among teens? We can dispel the myths around alcohol and nicotine use. We can show them the data, and teach them about the countless effects to the mind and body. We can hold 60 one-minute conversations, rather than one 60-minute conversation, and encourage teens to choose their health and happiness above all else. Want to get started? Tune in for this conversation between prevention specialist Ian Groves and host William C. Moyers.
Wed, 06 Apr 2022 - 19min - 102 - Youth Mental Health: How to Help Young People through the Lingering Pandemic
The pandemic has affected everyone, but young people have been particularly vulnerable to its mental health effects. Teens have been trapped at home and isolated from their friends during a life stage where they seek to express individuality. They've been cut off from academics, extracurriculars and hobbies like never before, and they feel bombarded by rules and regulations. How can adults help out? Dr. Sara Polley sits down with host William C. Moyers to discuss.
Wed, 23 Mar 2022 - 15min - 101 - How to Choose the Right Treatment Program for You and Your Family
Searching for the right treatment program can be overwhelming. It's unfamiliar territory, and it's hard to know who to trust or which information to attend to. "How will we pay for treatment? Why do those mental health services matter? What will keep my loved one safe and sober?" The questions are endless. To simplify the process, Vice President Tessa Voss and Clinical Director Cecelia Jayme sit down with host William C. Moyers to answer those questions and more. Tune in.
Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 18min - 100 - What Can You Expect to Happen during the Treatment Process?
The prospect of entering into addiction treatment can be wildly intimidating. Many don't know what to expect from their treatment experience, and they may delay or avoid the process if they can't picture what's to come. What do those early days in treatment look like? How is addiction treated, and how is a person made to feel comfortable? Those questions and more are answered by Vice President Tessa Voss and Clinical Director Cecelia Jayme. Tune in.
Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 17min - 99 - How to Keep Kids Healthy: Honest Conversations and Modern Prevention Plans
Much has changed in the world of prevention since the days of "Just Say No." Now the conversation is nuanced and fact-based, and the methodologies are backed up by data. Kids are given the information, and then they're trusted to make the healthy decision. How else has prevention evolved? How do we empower kids to make the healthy choice? Tune in for this fascinating conversation between Deirdre Flynn, manager of Hazelden Betty Ford's Prevention Solutions, and host William C. Moyers.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 - 20min - 98 - Champions for Children: Jerry Moe's Legacy and Alliance with First Lady Betty Ford
After announcing his retirement, Jerry Moe, the national director of the Children's Program, revisits the incredible impact the program has made for countless children and families. He recounts Mrs. Betty Ford's vision and involvement, and her hopeful words to Jerry all those years ago: "This is really important. We have an opportunity to transform people's lives." And indeed they did. Tune in to hear the full story, the lasting legacy Jerry will leave and where the program is headed next.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 - 16min - 97 - The Chance to Be a Kid Again, and an Era of Wonderment, Healing and Love
The Children's Program is a delicate balancing act: it has to respect the gravity of addiction, but it also needs to be a safe space for healing—for having fun and being a kid again. That balancing act was perfected through the years by director Jerry Moe. And now that he's retiring, he reflects on the program's importance with host William C. Moyers, sharing some of his fondest memories that he and those children will cherish forever, and making room for the next generation of hope and healing.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 - 18min - 96 - The Family Grieving Process: How to Heal and Find Meaning within the Madness
Sara Polley, MD, watched her dad struggle with addiction for much of her life, and she had grown to expect bad news. When she learned of his death, some part of her felt relieved—his suffering was finally done, and he had found peace. Now she serves as a medical director for Hazelden Betty Ford, and she speaks with host William C. Moyers about the family grieving process: it's a storm of emotions, but it's also an opportunity to find empathy, meaning and grace.
Wed, 26 Jan 2022 - 20min - 95 - Stress Relief or Something More? When Casual Drinking Becomes Problematic
Stress is as natural and persistent as the moon and the tides, and people often unwind with a drink. The rough edges of the day are quickly smoothed out by the depressant effects on the mind and the body, and for many, it's the preferred way to relax: a cold beer after work or a glass of red to pair with dinner. But can that small and modest habit become something dangerous? Join host William C. Moyers and Damir Utrzan, PhD, to learn more.
Wed, 12 Jan 2022 - 15min - 94 - The Science and Spirit of Recovery: A Farewell Conversation with Marvin Seppala, MD
Before he retired as Chief Medical Officer Dr. Marvin Seppala shared a few of his quintessential lessons and memories from the past 40 years. To name a few: Our pressing need to belong and be loved. The timeless and abiding wisdom behind the Twelve Steps. And the opportunity now for science to further their legacy. Tune in for this wonderful conversation between Dr. Seppala and host William C. Moyers, longtime coworkers and friends.
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 - 20min - 93 - Jeff Goldring Speaks about His Ongoing Recovery
Jeff Goldring has a uniquely intimate perspective on addiction and recovery. His family's storied history is all about distilled spirits and he himself works for Sazerac, one of the world's most recognized producers of alcohol products. Now with twenty years of sobriety, he joins host William C. Moyers to talk about the convergence of those two worlds and the pillars to his long-term recovery. Tune in.
Wed, 01 Dec 2021 - 21min - 92 - The Healing Power of Love, Communication and Acceptance
Addiction passed from one generation to the next, and Reyna watched her family succumb to alcohol-related disease and death. She never had a chance to speak up, and she was never given the words to speak out. Then Miaveya, her 10-year-old daughter who attended the Children's Program, came along and taught her. Now they both sit down with host William C. Moyers and share their experience with the disease and how, in the end, acceptance and open communication win out.
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 - 17min - 91 - Breakaway to Recovery: NHL Icon Grant Fuhr's Story
Early in his National Hockey League hall-of-fame career, goalie Grant Fuhr realized his cocaine use had crossed the line. He needed help. But was he ready to face the underlying causes? Listen in as Fuhr talks with host William C. Moyers about the soul-searching work of addiction rehab and what it took to get himself back in the game. "There's nothing easy about asking for help," says the five-time Stanley Cup champ. "But treatment definitely works, and recovery is a phenomenal thing."
Fri, 12 Mar 2021 - 15min - 90 - The Moment Everything Changed: Edgar's Story of Asking for Help
Edgar was sitting at the family dinner table—sick, sleepless and withdrawing from drugs at 5 a.m.—while his father was getting ready for work. Until this point, Edgar had hidden his addiction from both his parents. But something compelled him in that moment, and it took only one act of fearlessness to completely change his life. Now he sits down with host William C. Moyers to reflect on that pivotal moment, appreciating the world of difference that recovery makes.
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 - 16min - 89 - Hope in Every Language: A Family's Combined Efforts to Heal
Host William C. Moyers speaks with two incredibly supportive parents, José and Juanita, and their son Edgar who is now in recovery. They describe the family journey through addiction and into recovery, from first gaining awareness of the disease at the Spanish Family Program to now supporting one another at every turn. Tune in to hear their invaluable perspectives on the importance of family, the lifelong journey of recovery and practicing self-care to best support one another.
Wed, 20 Oct 2021 - 19min - 88 - Improving the Human Condition, and Grace as a Conduit for Change
Dr. Joseph Lee spent his mornings in the inner city of Baltimore providing basic necessities to lower-income students, then he spent his afternoons treating dignitaries and elites. It opened his eyes, and he vowed on the spot to treat every patient equally. Now the CEO and President of Hazelden Betty Ford intends to uplift as many people as possible. Speaking with host William C. Moyers, he revisits those watershed moments, spotlighting the power of a hopeful story to change thousands of lives.
Wed, 06 Oct 2021 - 16min - 87 - A Candid Conversation about Race, Recovery and Personal Transformation
Peter Hayden, PhD, always sees an opportunity to help. Even when his family is blindsided by tragedy—the likes of which no parent should endure—he somehow uses the experience to protect complete strangers. Now he shares his story with host William C. Moyers, reflecting on his nearly 50 years in recovery, the biggest difference makers and the undeniable truths that connect us with a higher purpose.
Wed, 22 Sep 2021 - 15min - 86 - Never Too Famous: Andrew Zimmern's Story and His Principles for Humble Recovery
Before he won his Emmy and James Beard awards, and before he became a famous TV personality, Andrew Zimmern was essentially homeless, living in an abandoned New York City apartment and nearly drinking himself to death. How did he transform from hopeless soul into hopeful citizen? Tune in for this honest conversation between William C. Moyers and Andrew Zimmern, where they revisit his past and discuss his personal strategies for lasting recovery—top among them, the daily salvation of gratitude.
Wed, 08 Sep 2021 - 22min - 85 - A Closer Look: The Mental Health Realities for Military Veterans
Returning service members and military veterans often confront trauma and other mental health challenges, and when they don't receive help, it often ends in tragedy—with more than 6,000 military veterans dying every year to suicide. Army veteran and psychologist Dustin Brockberg, PhD, sheds light on the issues, speaking with host William C. Moyers about the tough emotional realities, mental health challenges and support opportunities for veterans and their families.
Wed, 18 Aug 2021 - 14min - 84 - How Faith Leaders Are Planning to Disrupt the Opioid Epidemic
Rabbi Schusterman used to view addiction as a "moral failure," and he admits that his opinions were manipulated by stigma. Now he sees the opportunity to completely change the narrative, and he's leading a movement among faith leaders to dismantle that stigma. Alongside Chris Thrasher from the Clinton Foundation, Rabbi Schusterman sits down with host William C. Moyers to discuss: How can faith leaders interrupt the opioid epidemic, where does hope come in and what does "hope" really mean?
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 - 17min - 83 - Everything You Need to Know about Gender-Responsive Care
Addiction affects men and women differently, and women's stories often involve very specific kinds of trauma. To learn more about these differences (and how to respond to them), host William C. Moyers spoke with author, advocate and expert Stephanie Covington, PhD. Listen in and learn about the different kinds of trauma, the benefits of specialized services and the latest developments in gender-responsive care.
Wed, 21 Jul 2021 - 14min - 82 - The Other 90 Percent: Saving People Who Can't Access Treatment
Beyond the statistics related to addiction, there are precious human lives that need and deserve help. But only 10 percent of the addicted population will ever receive treatment. How can we help the other 90 percent? One answer: the Lazarus drug, which reverses the effects of opioid overdose. Host William C. Moyers talks with Ginny Atwood Lovitt and Chris Thrasher, who are working tirelessly to distribute this medication as quickly and widely as possible.
Wed, 16 Jun 2021 - 17min - 81 - A Support System to Heal the Family
The family can recover together. Without a reliable system in place, though, the family will default to negativity, often digging up the past and reliving old memories. That's why expert interventionist Debra Jay co-created Structured Family Recovery, where family members all join the same team to uplift the positive and work toward shared recovery. In this episode, Debra Jay and host William C. Moyers explore the inner workings of the family recovery team and why it works so well.
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 - 16min - 80 - The Populated Intersection between Trauma and Addiction
In the expert opinion of Dr. Stephanie Covington, it's unwise to ignore trauma when treating addiction and co-occurring disorders. In fact, a failure to address PTSD will leave a person vulnerable to relapse and re-traumatization. In this episode, host William C. Moyers and Dr. Covington chat about the intersection between trauma and addiction, the high frequency of their combination and the best approaches for treating both.
Wed, 19 May 2021 - 19min - 79 - The Opportunity and Aftermath of Distanced-Learning
The pandemic has had profound effects on every student and educator, and has demonstrated the inviolable need for close relationships. Angela Jerabek, founder and executive director of the BARR Center, sits down with host William C. Moyers to discuss the greatest strengths, liabilities and lessons for education systems around the country. And, as we reframe our ideas of school and learning, she considers where we should go from here.
Wed, 05 May 2021 - 14min - 78 - Compelling Interventions That Motivate the Entire Family
Best-selling authors and interventionists Jeff and Debra Jay share their profound wisdom on the process of getting a loved one sober. They sit down with host William C. Moyers to discuss the new edition of their best-selling book, Love First: A Family's Guide to Intervention, and share the essential lessons behind its prevailing theme—united against addiction, the family becomes a wonderful resource for lasting change.
Wed, 21 Apr 2021 - 17min - 77 - Building Trust and Recovery within Communities of Color
"If we can see good, then goodness will come," believes Peter Hayden, PhD. So he founded a safe, culturally informed treatment center for the Black community that also provides housing, job opportunities and cultural training. Tune in for this brilliant conversation among old friends, as host William C. Moyers and Dr. Hayden investigate the importance of trust between patients and providers, and discuss how to lay the bedrock for healing and recovery within communities of color.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 - 13min - 76 - Legal Marijuana: Higher Potency Brings Higher Risks
As more states legalize recreational marijuana, the availability of high-potency cannabis products raises the potential for health risks—including addiction. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with Hazelden Betty Ford "addictionologist" Vic Vines, MD, about health implications of high-potency marijuana. Like any addictive substance, marijuana can be used by some people without major consequence. For others, dependence can develop along with mental health issues and cognitive impairment.
Wed, 03 Mar 2021 - 19min - 75 - Parenting in Recovery: Accentuate the Positive
Parenting involves navigating a multitude of issues, even when everything's running smoothly for a family. Add a major stressor—like the challenges of early recovery—and it doesn't take much for family interactions to deteriorate. Listen in as family systems research scientist Kate Gliske, PhD, talks with host William C. Moyers about parenting skills that foster positive interactions. Pro tips: Teach through encouragement. Set effective boundaries. Focus on quality connections with your kids.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 - 13min - 74 - Person-Centered Addiction Care for LGBTQ+ People
Studies indicate that members of the LGBTQ+ community experience substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders at twice the rate of the general population. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with clinician Princess Drake, PsyD, about related risk factors including historical trauma and the fear of "not being accepted for who you are." Drake discusses the importance of person-centered, culturally competent addiction treatment and inclusive peer recovery support communities.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 - 11min - 73 - How Person-First Language Reduces Stigma
Words can hurt, and words can heal—especially words used by health care professionals concerning substance use and mental health disorders. Listen in as psychiatrist Stephen Delisi, MD, talks with host William C. Moyers about the power of choosing person-first language to reduce bias, stigma and shame (internalized stigma) around the disease of addiction. Quite literally, the difference between using the term "alcoholic" or "a person with alcohol use disorder" can be life-changing.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 - 19min - 72 - Emerging Adults and Mental Health Issues
Even before the stress and isolation of pandemic life, troubling mental health trends started to surface among America's young people. Of all age sectors, emerging adults (ages 15-23) are experiencing the biggest upsurge in symptoms of depression and anxiety. What's going on? How can parents best help? Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with psychologist Tim Portinga, PsyD, about the influence of peers, technology, school and substance use—and the importance of face-to-face family time.
Wed, 06 Jan 2021 - 15min - 71 - What If Your Teen's in Trouble with Drugs?
Where have you been? What were you doing? Who were you with? Even though these questions come from a place of love and concern, parents who suspect their teen is drinking or using drugs could actually push their child further away with this approach. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with psychologist Tim Portinga, PsyD, about adolescence, substance use and family issues. The good news? Addiction treatment works for young people, and with time and effort, families can rebuild trust.
Wed, 16 Dec 2020 - 14min - 70 - Together, We Will Overcome Addiction
In championing transformational growth, innovation and collaboration, Mark G. Mishek has positioned the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation like no other organization in the world to effectively address the complex challenges of addiction at every turn. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with the widely admired president and CEO about parity, partnerships and public awareness—progress that translates into exponentially more patients, families and communities finding freedom from addiction.
Wed, 02 Dec 2020 - 13min - 69 - Recovery Parity: From Coverage to Integration
After a decades-long struggle, federal legislation now deems addiction treatment an essential health care benefit, mandating insurance coverage on par with other medical conditions. So why do advocates view this as only a first step toward achieving recovery parity? Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with attorney Emily Piper about the biggest challenges and opportunities involved in efforts to fully integrate addiction treatment and recovery support within all aspects of health care.
Wed, 18 Nov 2020 - 16min - 68 - How's Your Mental Health? Self-Care and Support Resources
"How are you?" has never been such a loaded question. From the COVID-19 pandemic to civic and racial strife to the economic downturn, everyone's on stress-overload. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with clinician Princess Drake, PsyD, about practical mental health self-care strategies and helpful professional resources. The takeaway? Pay attention to your mental health needs and reach out if you're struggling: "It’s okay to not be okay," says Drake. "Even therapists need therapists."
Wed, 04 Nov 2020 - 10min - 67 - Why Virtual Rehab Is Here to Stay
While the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the expansion of telehealth treatment services, experts predict continual advances and growth in virtual care for substance use disorders. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with clinician Jennifer Nelson, who has been instrumental in Hazelden Betty Ford's rapid escalation of telehealth care. Nelson outlines technical, clinical and logistical measures involved in ensuring patient engagement, safety and confidentiality in the virtual care setting.
Wed, 21 Oct 2020 - 14min - 66 - A Tour of the Betty Ford Center with Susan Ford Bales
Sharing poignant memories and historical context at every turn, Susan Ford Bales guides you on this singular walking tour of the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California. The daughter of first lady Betty Ford offers a behind-the-scenes look at the heralded addiction treatment center her mother co-founded in 1982. Listen in as she leads host William C. Moyers along the Center's brick-lined path honoring patients and goes on to point out important milestones of Betty Ford's lifesaving work.
Wed, 07 Oct 2020 - 12min - 65 - How a Car Accident Sent Her to Prison--and Saved Her Life
Blackout drunk and behind the wheel, Jessica H. caused an accident that sent her first to the hospital and then to a jail holding cell. As a social worker, Jessica knew her drinking was problematic, but she didn't see herself as "an alcoholic"—until, locked up and awaiting release on bail, the truth became inescapable. Listen in as Jessica tells host William C. Moyers why "everything is better" in recovery, so much so that she now devotes her life to helping others find freedom from addiction.
Wed, 30 Sep 2020 - 19min - 64 - Telehealth: Making Treatment a Virtual Reality for More People
Accelerated in part by the COVID-19 pandemic, online addiction treatment and recovery services have rapidly become more widely available. But how effective is virtual addiction care? Are patients showing up and staying connected? Are counselors seeing outcomes comparable to in-person care? Are health insurers covering online programs? Yes, yes and yes. Learn more as host William C. Moyers talks with Hazelden Betty Ford's Bob Poznanovich about promising new telehealth solutions for addiction.
Wed, 16 Sep 2020 - 20min - 63 - Precautionary Measures: Providing Addiction Treatment Amid COVID-19
In the first chaotic days of the coronavirus pandemic, addiction treatment providers found themselves contending simultaneously with two potentially fatal illnesses: substance use disorders and COVID-19. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with Vic Vines, MD, a regional medical director at Hazelden Betty Ford, about pivots and precautionary measures taken to ensure patient and staff safety—and to keep the doors to lifesaving treatment open amid the pandemic.
Wed, 02 Sep 2020 - 14min - 62 - Healing from Trauma and Addiction: A Conversation with "Blackout Girl"
At age 12, Jennifer Storm was raped after drinking beer and passing out. Alcohol and drugs then became Storm's escape route from feelings of fear, shame and anger over the assault. She got sober at age 22 but recovery from sexual violence would be a longer haul. Storm's best-selling memoir, Blackout Girl, serves as a survivor's guide to healing from addiction and trauma. Listen in as she talks with host William C. Moyers about her recovery and how trauma-informed care can help other survivors.
Wed, 26 Aug 2020 - 23min - 61 - Is It Addiction? Questions to Ask Yourself
Known medically as "substance use disorder," addiction is a complex, chronic disease marked by compulsive alcohol/drug use that leads to actual changes in the brain. In other words, addiction involves more than the misuse of alcohol or other drugs. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with clinician Christopher Yadron about telltale signs of disease progression—physical, behavioral, social and spiritual indicators. His most important takeaway? Addiction is treatable and help is available.
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 - 18min - 60 - Betty Ford's Healing Legacy: A Conversation with Susan Ford Bales
Former First Lady Betty Ford put a stunning new face on recovery in 1978 when she openly sought treatment for addiction. Four years later, she cofounded the Betty Ford Center to help other women, men and families find recovery. Daughter Susan Ford Bales tells host William C. Moyers about Betty Ford's healing work and advocacy—from providing top-quality patient care to establishing innovative services for children affected by addiction to educating medical students about substance use disorders.
Wed, 05 Aug 2020 - 18min - 59 - Addiction Treatment: Evolving Care and Closing the Access Gap
Far too many people who have addiction aren't getting the care they need and deserve. But advances in virtual services, outpatient care, targeted medicines and health care partnerships offer new paths forward in addiction treatment delivery and access. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with Mark Mishek, president of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Learn about telehealth solutions, clinical innovation counselor education and other efforts underway to reach and help more people.
Wed, 15 Jul 2020 - 13min - 58 - A Nurse's Healing Story: Admitting Her Truth about Addiction
Nina O. knew all about addiction. As a child, she grew up in a family hurt by substance use. As a nurse, she recognized addiction as a chronic disease. And yet Nina thought she was somehow immune, even as she diverted narcotics from work to sustain her drug dependence. Listen in as Nina tells host William C. Moyers how shame and stigma kept her from admitting her truth and seeking help—and why other health care workers need to know treatment works and recovery is within reach.
Wed, 01 Jul 2020 - 13min - 57 - Help for Children in Families with Addiction
When a parent is in active addiction—no matter how they might try to hide the situation—a child can sense that something's wrong. Why is Mom sleeping all the time? Where has Dad gone? Without answers, kids tend to blame themselves for whatever's going on at home, says children's counselor Cynthia Galaviz-Olivas. Listen in as she talks with host William C. Moyers about self-care skills she teaches children who grow up with addiction in the family. Hint: Kids need to let out their feelings.
Wed, 17 Jun 2020 - 12min - 56 - New Frontiers in Addiction Medicine: Genetic Research and Biomarkers
What if a simple blood test indicated the most-effective treatment medication for individuals with alcohol or opioid addiction? "Biomarker" research underway by Mayo Clinic and Hazelden Betty Ford aims to provide that very insight. Listen in as host William C. Moyers talks with addiction psychiatrist Marvin D. Seppala, MD, about how these scientific investigations at the genetic and cellular level will inform precision treatment for patients and lead to development of new addiction medications.
Wed, 03 Jun 2020 - 12min - 55 - Eliminating Stigma: The First Lady of North Dakota Speaks Out
A self-described introvert thrust into an extrovert's job as the First Lady of North Dakota, Kathryn Burgum has clearly found her voice as a leading advocate for addiction recovery. Listen in as Burgum talks with host William C. Moyers about the intersection of her personal recovery experience and her public persona and platform. She explains why she's on a mission to eliminate stigma: every recovery story shared creates a pathway for others to find the help and support they need and deserve.
Wed, 27 May 2020 - 17min
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