Henry's Uncle, Erik Kilgore
info@henrysuncle.org (Henry's Uncle)
Battling drug dealers on the front lines. Trying to find treatment & losing a son to fentanyl.
Battling drug dealers on the front lines. Trying to find treatment & losing a son to fentanyl.
Battling drug dealers on the front lines. Trying to find treatment & losing a son to fentanyl.
Tuesday 3rd December 2019
Brian Martinek discusses losing his son to fentanyl, his battle for better addiction treatment, and his legislative fight against drug dealers on 'Henry's Uncle'.
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Henry's Uncle, Erik Kilgore
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!From Grief to Advocacy: A Father's Crusade Against Fentanyl
They don't care, and that kind of is the theme of everything that I talk about and certainly related to the legislation that I'm going through, is that these are people that are preying on the addictions of Americans, and that includes these countries that are allowing fentanyl to go out in every different type of way that they can: black market, real-time market and they find ways to get it in The United States.
Brian Martinek's journey is one of profound loss and unwavering determination. In this episode of 'Henry's Uncle', Brian opens up about his life as a former narcotics investigator and the tragic loss of his son to fentanyl. He doesn't just share his grief; he turns it into a powerful call for change. Brian talks about the grueling process of finding effective treatment for his son, the barriers they faced, and the ultimate heartbreak of losing him to a fentanyl overdose.
But his story doesn't end there. Brian is now on a mission to push through state legislation that targets drug dealers whose actions result in death. His experience on the front lines of the Justice Department gives him a unique perspective on the complexities of addiction and the legal system. This episode sheds light on the struggles families face when seeking mental health care and dual diagnosis treatment, highlighting the gaps in our current system.
Brian's advocacy isn't just about tougher laws; it's about creating a more compassionate and effective approach to addiction treatment. Whether you're someone battling addiction, a family member, or simply someone who cares about this issue, Brian's story offers a raw, unfiltered look at the realities of addiction and the urgent need for change.