Motorcycles and Recovery: Stories of Hope and Fellowship on Grit & Grace - The Recovery Hour
It's about bringing some people together that do have the same hobbies and the same loves outside of getting high or getting drunk, or whatever you know, and giving them a place to fellowship, to be together, to feel at home.
Picture this: roaring engines, the open road, and a tight-knit community dedicated to recovery. In this episode of Grit & Grace - The Recovery Hour, hosts Bill Carruthers and Tanisha Character welcome Logan Joiner from New Life Motorcycle Ministries and Sidney Ragland of Street Burnaz Motorcycle Club. Both guests share their personal journeys through addiction and recovery, revealing how their passion for motorcycles has become a powerful tool for healing and support.
Logan and Sidney discuss the vital role their clubs play in fostering fellowship and breaking down stereotypes about bikers. Logan emphasizes the importance of community, saying, 'It's about bringing some people together that do have the same hobbies and the same loves outside of getting high or getting drunk, or whatever you know, and giving them a place to fellowship, to be together, to feel at home'.
This episode also highlights upcoming events for National Recovery Month, including a special gathering on September 18th. Throughout the conversation, you'll hear about the significance of surrendering to a higher power and the invaluable resources provided by recovery programs. Sidney points out, 'And then just the education came actually from the program'. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode offers a blend of inspiration and practical advice.
Tune in to discover how motorcycles and community can pave the way to a brighter, sober future.