Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Andre Poilievre has worked with gangsters trying to get out of the game for 20 years. He joined me to talk about what he's learned along the way.
Andre Poilievre has worked with gangsters trying to get out of the game for 20 years. He joined me to talk about what he's learned along the way.
Andre Poilievre has worked with gangsters trying to get out of the game for 20 years. He joined me to talk about what he's learned along the way.
Saturday 4th November 2023
Join Andre Poilievre on 'Hard Knox Talks' as he shares his 20-year journey of guiding gang members towards redemption and recovery.
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Andre Poilievre's 20-year journey working with gang members and ex-gangsters
- Insights into the impact of early life experiences on addiction and relationships
- The importance of developing personal relationships and understanding root causes of addiction
- Challenges and alternative approaches in addiction recovery and rehabilitation
- The transformative power of love, respect, and humility in supporting individuals on the edge
The root causes are the things that drive people. The people that end up in jail are hurting people. The way we solve that problem today, we provide the same kind of experiences that they experienced when they were growing up. We say there is another way. Don't judge them. Don't label them. Develop a relationship with these people. The only thing you have that's important is your relationship with your clients, a respect, of trust, of honesty, of humility. You don't have all the answers. Where does your arrogance come from? We need to change our way of thinking and doing things with people on the edge.
Ever wondered what it takes to help someone leave a life of crime behind? Meet Andre Poilievre, a man who has spent the last two decades guiding gang members in Saskatchewan towards a brighter future. In this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', Andre sits down with host Daniel Unmanageable to share his incredible journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Andre's story is anything but ordinary.
Ordained as a Catholic priest, he found his calling not just in the church but on the streets, working with individuals caught in the web of gang life. His unique approach combines tough love with deep empathy, focusing on the root causes of addiction and crime. Through candid conversations, Andre sheds light on the importance of relationships, respect, and humility in the rehabilitation process.
This episode isn't just for those grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is; it's for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of human behavior and the power of transformation. Andre's insights are both heartwarming and eye-opening, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to truly help someone turn their life around. So, if you're curious about how one man has managed to make a difference in such a challenging field, tune in.
You'll walk away with a renewed sense of hope and perhaps a few ideas on how to approach difficult situations in your own life.