Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Collateral Damage Ep. 17. PART TWO (Special Guest - Matt Ganem)
Collateral Damage Ep. 17. PART TWO (Special Guest - Matt Ganem)
Collateral Damage Ep. 17. PART TWO (Special Guest - Matt Ganem)
Wednesday 26th June 2019
Discover how poetry aids recovery with Matt Ganem on 'Collateral Damage'. Hosts discuss systemic flaws in addiction treatment and the need for change.
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Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
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Get the buttons here!Finding Solace in Words: Poetry's Role in Recovery with Matt Ganem
People get on stage and talk about poems where they're shooting heroin and smoking crack stealing. When you do that, you don't have any of that protection. Yeah, gave you a tribe to connect to exactly and in time. And that's really what poetry did and ultimately like.
What happens when words become a lifeline? In this episode of 'Collateral Damage', Maureen Cavanagh and Michael Wilson sit down with Matt Ganem, a recovering addict and poet, to explore the transformative power of poetry in addiction recovery. Matt shares how writing and sharing poetry provided him with an essential outlet during his early days of sobriety.
He describes the profound sense of connection and community that poetry can foster, offering a beacon of hope for those navigating the turbulent waters of addiction. The conversation also takes a hard look at the current state of addiction treatment. Maureen and Michael delve into the systemic flaws and financial obstacles that hinder effective care. They highlight the pressing need for reform, emphasizing how the pharmaceutical industry plays a significant role in perpetuating addiction issues.
As Matt poignantly puts it, “People get on stage and talk about poems where they're shooting heroin and smoking crack stealing. When you do that, you don't have any of that protection. Yeah, gave you a tribe to connect to exactly and in time. And that's really what poetry did and ultimately like.”
Listeners will find this episode both moving and enlightening as it underscores the importance of creative expression in recovery.
It’s not just about the poems; it’s about finding a voice, building connections, and staying informed.
Maureen’s call to action rings loud and clear: “We need to scrap the Massachusetts model of treatment and come up with a better version, because these suits and ties would rather close their curtains ignoring the state's overdose rate is continuously surging.”
If you’re interested in how poetry can be a powerful tool in addiction recovery and want to understand more about the challenges within the current treatment system, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt stories.