Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
From Trauma and Addiction to Healing and Advocacy: Chris Cavallo’s Journey Through Sexual Violence, Addiction, and Redemption
From Trauma and Addiction to Healing and Advocacy: Chris Cavallo’s Journey Through Sexual Violence, Addiction, and Redemption
From Trauma and Addiction to Healing and Advocacy: Chris Cavallo’s Journey Through Sexual Violence, Addiction, and Redemption
Friday 18th April 2025
Chris Cavallo shares his powerful journey from trauma and addiction to healing and advocacy on Hard Knox Talks.
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41 minutes
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Raw
Hopeful
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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
- Chris shares his story of overcoming trauma and addiction.
- The importance of community support in recovery.
- The role of The Robin Foundation in advocating for addiction recovery.
- How Narcan distribution and training have helped reduce overdose fatalities.
- The ongoing journey of healing from past traumas.
I knew I was very sick because I was all jaundiced. I ended up getting hepatitis C. And I said to Robin at the time, I said, Rob, I've lost 40 pounds in three months. I said, I'm dying. Look at me. I'm dying.
Chris Cavallo's journey from trauma and addiction to healing and advocacy is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of Hard Knox Talks, Chris opens up about his tumultuous past, marked by sexual abuse, substance use, and the relentless pursuit of redemption. Host Daniel Hearn guides the conversation, offering a platform for Chris to share his story of resilience and transformation.
From the early days of grappling with the trauma of sexual violence to the years lost in addiction, Chris's path to recovery is filled with raw and honest moments that are both heart-wrenching and inspiring. His experiences in shooting galleries in Harlem, battling hepatitis C, and the devastating loss of loved ones paint a vivid picture of the harsh realities of addiction.
Yet, through it all, Chris emerges as a beacon of hope, dedicating his life to helping others through The Robin Foundation. His advocacy work, particularly in distributing Narcan and providing training, has made a significant impact in reducing overdose fatalities. Chris's story is a testament to the power of community, the importance of service, and the possibility of redemption even in the darkest of times.
Tune in to hear how he turned his pain into purpose and continues to make a difference in the lives of many.