Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster

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  • 22 - Nick Conti: From successful career to a near death heroin overdose

22 - Nick Conti: From successful career to a near death heroin overdose

Thursday 28th June 2018

Nick Conti's powerful story of overcoming heroin addiction after a near-fatal overdose. A must-listen on 'Real Recovery Talk'.
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Nick Conti's Journey: From Career Success to Heroin Overdose and Recovery

If you're not looking for it, though, a hundred percent of the time you will never find it.
Ever wondered how someone with a thriving career and supportive family could spiral into the depths of addiction? Meet Nick Conti, whose life seemed picture-perfect until heroin took over. Raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Nick excelled in sports, aced his studies, and landed a fantastic job. But beneath the surface, addiction was lurking. In this episode of 'Real Recovery Talk', Nick recounts his harrowing journey from a successful career to a near-fatal heroin overdose that left him hospitalized for a week.
He shares candidly about the toll his addiction took on his loved ones and the grueling path to sobriety. Hosted by Tom Conrad, the conversation dives deep into the challenges Nick faced and the pivotal role of community support in his recovery. If you're looking for a story that combines raw honesty with hope, this episode is a must-listen.