Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien
Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien
57. Guest Dina Hannigan: Empowering Women Through Our Stories
57. Guest Dina Hannigan: Empowering Women Through Our Stories
57. Guest Dina Hannigan: Empowering Women Through Our Stories
Friday 24th February 2023
Join Kim, Kezia, and Catherine as they chat with Dina Hannigan about her recovery journey and how sports can empower young people on 'The Weekend Sober'.
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23 minutes
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Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien
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Get the buttons here!Dina Hannigan: Finding Strength Through Stories and Sports
I am so supportive of anything you ever need, and hopefully even you'll stick around and coach even once the kids have aged out.
What happens when you mix the power of storytelling with the camaraderie of sports? You get an episode of 'The Weekend Sober' that’s both heartwarming and eye-opening. Hosts Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert, and Catherine O’Brien sit down with Dina Hannigan, a youth field hockey coach from Needham, MA, who has a deeply personal connection to recovery and addiction. Dina opens up about her own journey to sobriety and the struggles her family has faced with addiction.
Her story is one of resilience and hope, showing how sharing our experiences can empower not just ourselves but those around us. Dina also talks about how coaching young athletes helps them become better teammates, friends, and people. She shares touching moments, including her admiration for the hosts' coaching skills and the impact they've had on her life. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking inspiration and a reminder of the strength found in community and compassion.