Mama Dukes (Lesha Cuttaia) and Frankie (Frankie Holmes)

Shattering the Stigma

Mama Dukes (Lesha Cuttaia) and Frankie (Frankie Holmes)

  • A BETTER FUTURE!

A BETTER FUTURE!

Tuesday 1st November 2016

Mama Dukes & Frankie talk recovery with Alex Alonso & Chris Heinzelmann in 'A Better Future', exploring alumni services & music's role in healing.
47 minutes
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About this podcast

Shattering the Stigma
Author:
Mama Dukes (Lesha Cuttaia) and Frankie (Frankie Holmes)
Overview:
Categories:
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
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Episodes:
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A Better Future: Voices of Recovery and Hope

We're out to try to save some lives and make a difference in this epidemic and fight back.
Ever wondered how alumni services can shape the journey of recovery? In this episode of 'Shattering the Stigma', Mama Dukes and Frankie sit down with Alex Alonso, Director of Business Development and Alumni Services at Bright Futures Treatment Center, and Chris 'Bobble' Heinzelmann, a rap artist with Recovering Artists Worldwide, LLC. They dive into the transformative power of community support and the arts in addiction recovery.
Alex Alonso kicks things off by shedding light on his role at Bright Futures, emphasizing how staying connected with alumni can be a game-changer for those navigating the path to sobriety. His insights offer a fresh perspective on how ongoing support can make a significant difference. Then, Chris Heinzelmann takes the mic to share his personal recovery story and how music has been his lifeline.
Known for his soul-stirring lyrics, Chris discusses his track 'Live Free or OD', a powerful anthem that resonates deeply with his journey. His passion for using music as a tool for healing and breaking the stigma around addiction is truly inspiring. Throughout the episode, Mama Dukes and Frankie foster an open and heartfelt dialogue about the challenges and triumphs in recovery. They touch on critical issues like drug use, enabling behaviors, and the importance of seeking help.
The conversation is peppered with moments of encouragement and calls to action, urging listeners to join the movement for change. By the end of the episode, you'll feel a renewed sense of hope and a call to be part of the solution. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in understanding more about addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of community.
Don't miss out on this powerful conversation that aims to shatter the stigma and spread hope.