Ryan Hampton: Championing Recovery and Change on Recovery Hour
We need a sliver of one 10th of them to do things like you're doing right podcasts, talking to the media, doing things like mobilize recovery, going out and telling their story, going out and talking about how they've been impacted and saying something's wrong.
Imagine battling a decade-long opioid addiction and emerging as a national advocate for recovery. That's the journey of Ryan Hampton, a key voice in the fight against addiction. In this compelling episode of 'Recovery Hour', host Lori Windfeldt sits down with Hampton to discuss his remarkable transformation from addiction to advocacy. Hampton, once entrenched in the opioid crisis, now travels coast-to-coast, pushing for solutions to end this national epidemic.
His story is not just about personal recovery; it's about igniting a movement. From his work in the Clinton White House to his influential role in the release of the first-ever U.S. Surgeon General’s report on addiction, Hampton's journey is nothing short of inspiring. The conversation dives deep into his emotional connections, including his complex relationship with his former drug dealer and friend, and his relentless efforts to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for their role in the crisis.
Hampton's Voices Project has been a beacon for many, encouraging people to 'recover out loud' and break the silence surrounding addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, offering hope, insight, and a call to action. Join Lori and Ryan as they explore the power of personal stories in changing the national dialogue on addiction and the importance of community support in recovery.