Guiding Light

Casting Light

Guiding Light

  • Pilot Episode

Pilot Episode

Thursday 8th July 2021

Join Phil Tower and Starla McDermott in 'Casting Light's' pilot episode as they discuss vulnerability, recovery, and the power of sharing stories.
7 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate

About this podcast

Casting Light
Author:
Guiding Light
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episodes:
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Casting Light's First Steps: Stories of Vulnerability and Hope

Recovery could be from addiction, but there's homelessness. It's recovery from being homeless, being on the street, recovery to get back to work. There are so many different aspects of recovery, and part of our, when you're here, is that you're learning to be vulnerable and be honest with your story and then share it with other people.
Ever wondered what it's like to step into the world of recovery? 'Casting Light', a podcast by Guiding Light, gives you a front-row seat to these transformative journeys. In this pilot episode, host Phil Tower sits down with Starla McDermott, the Development Director of the nonprofit, to uncover the heart and soul behind the podcast. Starla shares how men in their programs embrace vulnerability and honesty to rebuild their lives.
She talks about the power of sharing stories without shame but with hope, and how this openness is a crucial part of their recovery process. From tackling addiction and homelessness to re-entering the workforce, this episode dives into the complexities of recovery and the misconceptions about Guiding Light. It's not just about overcoming addiction; it's about learning to live life in a new way.
If you're curious about the real impact of recovery or want to understand the transformative power of sharing personal stories, this episode is a must-listen. Join Phil and Starla as they illuminate the path to a better life.