Donald McDonald
Donald McDonald
S2/E15: Ryan Hampton – Our True Center
S2/E15: Ryan Hampton – Our True Center
S2/E15: Ryan Hampton – Our True Center
Saturday 22nd April 2023
Donald McDonald and Ryan Hampton discuss recovery advocacy, focusing on diversity, collective action, and ethical storytelling.
44 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Ryan Hampton: Championing Change in Recovery Advocacy
Episode Overview
- Ryan shares his journey from substance use disorder to becoming a passionate advocate
- The importance of building diverse, inclusive, and powerful advocacy networks
- Emphasizing the need for nonpartisan solutions and ethical storytelling in advocating for policy change
- Discussion on personal growth, social justice, and the complexities of recovery
- Insight into the significance of human connection, community engagement, and self-care
Our collective work is about developing meaningful relationships and caring deeply about the trajectory of the recovery movement. It's essential for us to adapt to the changing recovery landscape and prioritize diverse, inclusive advocacy networks.
Imagine navigating the turbulent waters of addiction and emerging not just sober, but as a leading voice for change. That's Ryan Hampton's story. In this episode of 'No Thanks But Yes', host Donald McDonald sits down with Ryan, a best-selling author and a relentless advocate for those in recovery. Ryan’s books, 'American Fix' and 'Unsettled', have shed light on the opioid crisis and the failings of the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy case, respectively. But his impact doesn't stop at writing.
Ryan is also the founder of Mobilize Recovery, an initiative that has been empowering communities for five years now. Their chat isn't just about Ryan's past struggles and triumphs; it’s a deep dive into the future of recovery advocacy. Ryan emphasizes the need for diverse, inclusive networks and the power of collective action to drive meaningful change. He also highlights the importance of ethical storytelling and nonpartisan solutions in shaping effective policies.
Throughout the conversation, Ryan shares personal anecdotes that underline the significance of human connection and community engagement in recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction recovery and the transformative power of advocacy. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in social justice, Ryan’s insights offer a fresh and hopeful perspective.