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Stigma Episodes

Stigma remains one of the greatest barriers to recovery, perpetuating shame and discouraging people from seeking help. This category addresses the harmful stereotypes and societal judgments that surround addiction and recovery. Through thought-provoking conversations, the podcast explores how language, media, and cultural attitudes shape perceptions of addiction. Personal stories shed light on the lived experience of stigma, while advocacy efforts and actionable strategies aim to foster empathy and create a more inclusive society. By breaking down stigma, these episodes help pave the way for understanding and change.
Dec. 20, 2022

#14 - Darren: The 12 Steps of Narcotics Anonymous, Opiate Addiction & Championing Recovery

Matt talks to Darren about his journey from taking his first substance aged nine - right through to present day and his time with Narcotics Anonymous (NA). NA offers recovery from the effects of addiction through working a tw...

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Dec. 2, 2022

#16 - Mark Moody: Addiction, Recovery, Stigma, Scotland, The Heroin Epidemic & Being CEO of the UK's largest Drug & Alcohol Charity

Matt is joined by Mark Moody, CEO of the UK's largest Drug & Alcohol Charity, Change Grow Live . Mark candidly discusses his rise from an entry level position with only 40 people in the organisation all the way to being respo...

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Aug. 11, 2022

#09 - Professor Dame Carol Black: An Independent Review of Drugs, Stigma, Treatment & Recovery

In Episode 9 Matt talks to Professor Dame Carol Black. In 2019 Dame Carol was commissioned by the Home Office and the Department of Health and Social Care to undertake a 2-part independent review of drugs, to inform the gover...

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July 21, 2022

#08 - Andy Train: Pandemic, Performing, Self Employment, Alcohol, Addiction, the LGBT+ Community & Pride in Hull

Matt talks to Andy Train, chair of the Hull & East Riding LGBT+ Forum, the Co-Founder and Co-Chair UK Pride Organisers Network, Trustee, Creative Director & Co-Vice Chair of Pride in Hull, an InterPride Global Advisory Counci...

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