Mark Marcley

Recovering Hope

Mark Marcley

  • EP36: Cynthia Munger and the fight against Purdue Pharma and addiction

EP36: Cynthia Munger and the fight against Purdue Pharma and addiction

Wednesday 16th June 2021

Join Cynthia Munger on 'Recovering Hope' as she fights Purdue Pharma and shares her journey through the opioid crisis.
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Recovering Hope
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Mark Marcley
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Cynthia Munger: A Mother’s Crusade Against Purdue Pharma

We have to hold those accountable for the opioid crisis, and we have to make sure it never happens again.
When the opioid crisis hit home, Cynthia Munger transformed her grief into a powerful campaign for justice. On this episode of 'Recovering Hope', host Mark Marcley sits down with Cynthia to discuss her battle against Purdue Pharma and her tireless efforts to hold them accountable for their role in the epidemic. Cynthia’s journey began with her son’s struggle with addiction, a painful ordeal that propelled her into activism.
She delves into how Purdue Pharma's aggressive marketing of OxyContin misled doctors and patients alike, contributing to widespread addiction. Cynthia doesn’t just share the tragic aspects of her story; she also talks about the hope and recovery that followed. Her son’s path to sobriety inspired her to help others facing similar battles. This episode isn’t just a recounting of personal loss; it’s a call to action.
Cynthia’s story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of advocacy in bringing about change. For anyone touched by the opioid crisis or interested in the fight for accountability, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear how one mother’s courage is making waves in the battle against addiction.