Beyond Substancehttps://www.beyondsubstancepodcast.org/
Whether you are a professional, a family member, or someone who simply wants to better understand these issues, Beyond Substance offers thoughtful conversations that encourage informed discussion and demonstrate that recovery is possible and communities can play an important role in supporting it.

#BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>enMental HealthCopyright Dean Babcock and Jodi Millerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8186d3fd121c703e3c1dadc4c537f0e0.jpgBeyond Substancehttps://www.beyondsubstancepodcast.org/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:33:06 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerDean Babcock and Jodi Millerbeyondsubstancepodcast@gmail.comBeyond Substance explores the realities of substance use, prevention, treatment, recovery, and the people working to make a difference. Through conversations with healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, community leaders, individuals with...
Whether you are a professional, a family member, or someone who simply wants to better understand these issues, Beyond Substance offers thoughtful conversations that encourage informed discussion and demonstrate that recovery is possible and communities can play an important role in supporting it.

#BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>falseepisodicSupport Through Veteran's Courthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/support-through-veteran-s-court--73331786Overview
In this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore how problem-solving courts can support recovery while maintaining accountability. Dean speaks with Zachary Miller, a deputy prosecutor with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, about Veteran's Court, treatment courts, diversion programs, reentry, and the community partnerships that help people move toward stability. Jodi then shares the personal story of Aaron Shaw, an Indiana veteran whose life changed after entering Veteran's Treatment Court. Together, these conversations show how recovery can grow when legal accountability is paired with treatment, peer support, trust, and people who keep showing up.

A Look at the Numbers
The episode’s data segment featuring Allie Martin adds important context. The segment highlights Indiana treatment court research showing reductions in drug-related emergency department visits, EMS involvement, rearrest, and mortality among treatment court participants.


Professional Interview Summary
Dean Babcock talks with Zachary Miller, a Deputy Prosecutor for the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office’s Quality of Life Program. He also serves in Marion County’s Problem-Solving Courts as the Deputy Prosecutor for the Women’s Drug Treatment Court Program and the Re-Entry Court Program. He has been a member of the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office’s Strategic Initiatives Division since November 2021. He is also a current member of the Board of Directors for the Greater Indianapolis Affiliate of NAMI Indiana. He explains how problem-solving courts differ from traditional court processes by bringing prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, treatment providers, case managers, peer support specialists, and community partners together around a shared goal: helping people move toward stability.

Personal Story Summary
Jodi Miller shares the story of Aaron Shaw, a veteran born and raised in Indiana. Aaron became a father in 2004, joined the military in 2005, served in Iraq from 2006 to 2007, and returned home after a 15-month deployment involving 156 combat missions. After coming home, he struggled with the loss of military connection, unemployment, drinking, prescription opioid use, heroin use, and legal consequences.

Takeaways
  • Problem-solving courts combine accountability, treatment, supervision, and support to help address the underlying issues that may contribute to criminal justice involvement.
  • Veterans may face specific barriers, including trauma, mental health needs, physical injuries, documentation challenges, housing instability, and difficulty trusting help.
  • Recovery is about more than stopping substance use. It often involves rebuilding family relationships, employment, transportation, treatment, mental health care, community, and purpose.
  • Peer support and lived experience can help people feel seen, understood, and less alone during a difficult process.
  • Aaron’s story shows that when people are treated as human beings and given a real path forward, recovery can lead back to family, community, and service.
Episode Hashtags
#BeyondSubstance, #ShawnPNeal, #AdvoCast, #RecoveryIsPossible, #ProblemSolvingCourts, #VeteransCourt, #VeteransRecovery, #TreatmentCourt, #RecoverySupport, #PeerSupport, #SubstanceUseRecovery, #MentalHealthRecovery, #JusticeAndRecovery, #CommunitySupport, #RecoveryCommunity, #LivedExperience, #SecondChances, #IndianaRecovery, #AccountabilityAndSupport, #HopeInRecovery

Podcast Information:
Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

Topics:
Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

Hashtags:
#BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73331786Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:57:33 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerOverview In this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore how problem-solving courts can support recovery while maintaining accountability. Dean speaks with Zachary Miller, a deputy prosecutor with the Marion County...Overview
In this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore how problem-solving courts can support recovery while maintaining accountability. Dean speaks with Zachary Miller, a deputy prosecutor with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, about Veteran's Court, treatment courts, diversion programs, reentry, and the community partnerships that help people move toward stability. Jodi then shares the personal story of Aaron Shaw, an Indiana veteran whose life changed after entering Veteran's Treatment Court. Together, these conversations show how recovery can grow when legal accountability is paired with treatment, peer support, trust, and people who keep showing up.

A Look at the Numbers
The episode’s data segment featuring Allie Martin adds important context. The segment highlights Indiana treatment court research showing reductions in drug-related emergency department visits, EMS involvement, rearrest, and mortality among treatment court participants.


Professional Interview Summary
Dean Babcock talks with Zachary Miller, a Deputy Prosecutor for the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office’s Quality of Life Program. He also serves in Marion County’s Problem-Solving Courts as the Deputy Prosecutor for the Women’s Drug Treatment Court Program and the Re-Entry Court Program. He has been a member of the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office’s Strategic Initiatives Division since November 2021. He is also a current member of the Board of Directors for the Greater Indianapolis Affiliate of NAMI Indiana. He explains how problem-solving courts differ from traditional court processes by bringing prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, treatment providers, case managers, peer support specialists, and community partners together around a shared goal: helping people move toward stability.

Personal Story Summary
Jodi Miller shares the story of Aaron Shaw, a veteran born and raised in Indiana. Aaron became a father in 2004, joined the military in 2005, served in Iraq from 2006 to 2007, and returned home after a 15-month deployment involving 156 combat missions. After coming home, he struggled with the loss of military connection, unemployment, drinking, prescription opioid use, heroin use, and legal consequences.

Takeaways
  • Problem-solving courts combine accountability, treatment, supervision, and support to help address the underlying issues that may contribute to criminal justice involvement.
  • Veterans may face specific barriers, including trauma, mental health needs, physical injuries, documentation challenges, housing instability, and difficulty trusting help.
  • Recovery is about more than stopping substance use. It often involves rebuilding family relationships, employment, transportation, treatment, mental health care, community, and purpose.
  • Peer support and lived experience can help people feel seen, understood, and less alone during a difficult process.
  • Aaron’s story shows that when people are treated as human beings and given a real path forward, recovery can lead back to family, community, and service.
Episode Hashtags
#BeyondSubstance, #ShawnPNeal, #AdvoCast, #RecoveryIsPossible, #ProblemSolvingCourts, #VeteransCourt, #VeteransRecovery, #TreatmentCourt, #RecoverySupport, #PeerSupport, #SubstanceUseRecovery, #MentalHealthRecovery, #JusticeAndRecovery, #CommunitySupport, #RecoveryCommunity, #LivedExperience, #SecondChances, #IndianaRecovery, #AccountabilityAndSupport, #HopeInRecovery

Podcast Information:
  • Hosted by: Dean Babcock & Jodi Miller
  • "A Look at the Numbers" Host: Allie Martin
  • Executive Producer: Shawn P Neal
  • Produced and Mixed at 4635accountabilityandsupport,advocast,beyondsubstance,communitysupport,hopeinrecovery,indianarecovery,justiceandrecovery,livedexperience,mentalhealthrecovery,peersupport,problemsolvingcourts,recoverycommunity,recoveryispossible,recoverysupport,secondchances,shawnpneal,substanceuserecovery,treatmentcourt,veteranscourt,veteransrecoveryfalse33fullEngaging a Community for Recoveryhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/engaging-a-community-for-recovery--72757565
    Professional Interview Summary
    Dean’s conversation with Lisa Dotson-Hall centers on the creation and community impact of The Addict’s Wake. Lisa describes moving to Brown County, becoming involved with women in incarceration, and realizing how many people experiencing addiction had lives, families, dreams, and communities before substance use became part of their story. That experience led her to believe that film could humanize substance use disorder in a way that invited compassion rather than judgment.

    Personal Story Summary
    Jodi’s narrative segment follows John Cunningham, a person in long-term recovery whose story became part of The Addict’s Wake. John shares how he created Recover Out Loud while searching for community and how the documentary gave his recovery story a broader platform. His story moves through incarceration, limited access to formal recovery resources, the weight of a 30-year plea agreement, and the small but powerful hope that helped him begin to change.



    Episode Hashtags
    #BeyondSubstance #EngagingACommunityInRecovery #RecoveryIsPossible, #RecoveryCommunity #SubstanceUseDisorder #AddictionRecovery #TheAddictsWake #BrownCountyIndiana #RecoverOutLoud #StigmaReduction #CommunityRecovery #LivedExperience #RecoveryStories #MentalHealthAwareness #OpioidRecovery #IndianaRecovery #HopeInRecovery #ShawnPNeal

    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72757565Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:03 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore how storytelling can help communities face substance use, recovery, and the impact addiction has on families, neighborhoods, and systems. Dean speaks with Lisa...
    Professional Interview Summary
    Dean’s conversation with Lisa Dotson-Hall centers on the creation and community impact of The Addict’s Wake. Lisa describes moving to Brown County, becoming involved with women in incarceration, and realizing how many people experiencing addiction had lives, families, dreams, and communities before substance use became part of their story. That experience led her to believe that film could humanize substance use disorder in a way that invited compassion rather than judgment.

    Personal Story Summary
    Jodi’s narrative segment follows John Cunningham, a person in long-term recovery whose story became part of The Addict’s Wake. John shares how he created Recover Out Loud while searching for community and how the documentary gave his recovery story a broader platform. His story moves through incarceration, limited access to formal recovery resources, the weight of a 30-year plea agreement, and the small but powerful hope that helped him begin to change.



    Episode Hashtags
    #BeyondSubstance #EngagingACommunityInRecovery #RecoveryIsPossible, #RecoveryCommunity #SubstanceUseDisorder #AddictionRecovery #TheAddictsWake #BrownCountyIndiana #RecoverOutLoud #StigmaReduction #CommunityRecovery #LivedExperience #RecoveryStories #MentalHealthAwareness #OpioidRecovery #IndianaRecovery #HopeInRecovery #ShawnPNeal

    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>    3635addictionrecovery,beyondsubstance,browncountyindiana,communityrecovery,engagingacommunityinrecovery,hopeinrecovery,indianarecovery,livedexperience,mentalhealthawareness,opioidrecovery,recoveroutloud,recoverycommunity,recoveryispossible,recoverystories,shawnpneal,stigmareduction,substanceusedisorder,theaddictswakefalse32fullSubstance Use Increases Suicide Riskhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/substance-use-increases-suicide-risk--72282044
    Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
    Holly Hartman brings a systems-level view to the conversation, grounded in decades of nursing, behavioral health, risk management, and suicide prevention work. She explains that suicide risk among people with substance use disorders is shaped by more than one factor. Trauma, chronic pain, co-occurring mental health conditions, cumulative losses, and hopelessness all complicate the picture. She stresses that people do not arrive at crisis in a vacuum, and that providers need to better understand what happened long before the treatment encounter.

    Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
    Zainab’s story gives listeners a close look at what the overlap between substance use and suicidal thoughts can feel like from the inside. She describes isolating herself, feeling hopeless, and talking about wanting to die, even in social settings where others might not have realized how much pain she was carrying. As the emotional pressure intensified, smoking, alcohol, and self-harm became ways of coping and numbing thoughts that felt overwhelming.


    #BeyondSubstance #SuicidePrevention #SubstanceUseDisorder #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryIsPossible #SuicideAwareness #BehavioralHealth #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthMatters #HopeAndHealing #SupportSavesLives #LivedExperience #CommunitySupport #ShawnPNeal




    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72282044Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:36:41 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerSubstance use and suicide are often discussed separately, but this episode of Beyond Substance makes clear that they frequently overlap in ways that can be dangerous when missed. Hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller examine that intersection through...
    Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
    Holly Hartman brings a systems-level view to the conversation, grounded in decades of nursing, behavioral health, risk management, and suicide prevention work. She explains that suicide risk among people with substance use disorders is shaped by more than one factor. Trauma, chronic pain, co-occurring mental health conditions, cumulative losses, and hopelessness all complicate the picture. She stresses that people do not arrive at crisis in a vacuum, and that providers need to better understand what happened long before the treatment encounter.

    Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
    Zainab’s story gives listeners a close look at what the overlap between substance use and suicidal thoughts can feel like from the inside. She describes isolating herself, feeling hopeless, and talking about wanting to die, even in social settings where others might not have realized how much pain she was carrying. As the emotional pressure intensified, smoking, alcohol, and self-harm became ways of coping and numbing thoughts that felt overwhelming.


    #BeyondSubstance #SuicidePrevention #SubstanceUseDisorder #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryIsPossible #SuicideAwareness #BehavioralHealth #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthMatters #HopeAndHealing #SupportSavesLives #LivedExperience #CommunitySupport #ShawnPNeal




    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>    3050addictionrecovery,behavioralhealth,beyondsubstance,communitysupport,hopeandhealing,livedexperience,mentalhealthawareness,mentalhealthmatters,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorder,suicideawareness,suicideprevention,supportsaveslives,traumainformedcarefalse31full    What You Need To Know About Expungementhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-you-need-to-know-about-expungement--71365818

    Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
    Dean’s interview with Robin Kelly offers a practical look at Indiana expungement law and the role it can play in recovery and reentry. Kelly explains that expungement is a civil legal action designed to give eligible individuals a chance at a cleaner slate. She breaks down the main requirements under Indiana law, including how long a person must wait after their most recent conviction, the need to have no pending charges, and the importance of resolving unpaid court costs, fees, fines, or restitution before filing. She also makes clear that conviction expungement in Indiana is a once-in-a-lifetime decision, which means people need to approach it carefully and strategically.


    Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
    In the second half of the episode, Jodi Miller shifts into the show’s narrative format, guiding listeners through the story of Charmin Gabbard with reflective narration woven together with clips from Charmin’s interview. Charmin shares a childhood marked by violence, neglect, poverty, and abuse, followed by years of substance use, repeated incarceration, and a criminal record that severely limited her future. Her story makes clear that addiction did not begin in isolation. It grew out of trauma, instability, and survival.



    Episode Hashtags
    #BeyondSubstance #IndianaRecovery #ExpungementIndiana #IndianaExpungement #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #SubstanceUseRecovery #ReentrySupport #SecondChances #IndianaLegalServices #ConnectionCafe #IndianapolisRecovery #MarionCountyRecovery #CriminalRecordExpungement #RecoveryCommunity #HousingBarriers #EmploymentBarriers #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #ShawnPNeal

    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71365818Wed, 13 May 2026 20:34:57 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore expungement in Indiana and why it can be a critical step for people working to rebuild their lives in recovery. Dean speaks with Robin Kelly, an attorney with Indiana...

    Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
    Dean’s interview with Robin Kelly offers a practical look at Indiana expungement law and the role it can play in recovery and reentry. Kelly explains that expungement is a civil legal action designed to give eligible individuals a chance at a cleaner slate. She breaks down the main requirements under Indiana law, including how long a person must wait after their most recent conviction, the need to have no pending charges, and the importance of resolving unpaid court costs, fees, fines, or restitution before filing. She also makes clear that conviction expungement in Indiana is a once-in-a-lifetime decision, which means people need to approach it carefully and strategically.


    Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
    In the second half of the episode, Jodi Miller shifts into the show’s narrative format, guiding listeners through the story of Charmin Gabbard with reflective narration woven together with clips from Charmin’s interview. Charmin shares a childhood marked by violence, neglect, poverty, and abuse, followed by years of substance use, repeated incarceration, and a criminal record that severely limited her future. Her story makes clear that addiction did not begin in isolation. It grew out of trauma, instability, and survival.



    Episode Hashtags
    #BeyondSubstance #IndianaRecovery #ExpungementIndiana #IndianaExpungement #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #SubstanceUseRecovery #ReentrySupport #SecondChances #IndianaLegalServices #ConnectionCafe #IndianapolisRecovery #MarionCountyRecovery #CriminalRecordExpungement #RecoveryCommunity #HousingBarriers #EmploymentBarriers #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #ShawnPNeal

    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>    3490addictionrecovery,beyondsubstance,connectioncafe,criminalrecordexpungement,deanbabcock,employmentbarriers,expungementindiana,housingbarriers,indianaexpungement,indianalegalservices,indianapolisrecovery,indianarecovery,jodimiller,marioncountyrecovery,recoverycommunity,recoveryispossible,reentrysupport,secondchances,shawnpneal,substanceuserecoveryfalse30full    The Marijuana Conversationhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marijuana-conversation--70354928
    Joined first by psychiatrist and geriatric specialist Dr. John Wernert, the discussion examines the history of cannabis regulation, what current research tells us about safety and brain development, and why age and frequency of use matter.

    The episode then shifts to two lived-experience stories. "Miles" reflects on starting marijuana use in high school, moving to Colorado where it was legal, and later working in the cannabis industry before stepping away. "David," now substance-free for nearly sixteen years, shares how marijuana and alcohol functioned as self-medication and why recovery ultimately meant choosing clarity over intoxication.

    Together, these perspectives offer a balanced and thoughtful look at marijuana’s risks, realities, and impact across a lifetime.

    Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
    Dean speaks with Dr. John Wernert, a psychiatrist and geriatrician with more than four decades of experience in clinical care and behavioral health integration. Dr. Wernert explains how cannabis has evolved from a historically criminalized substance to one that is now legal for medical or recreational use in many states, while still remaining federally classified as a Schedule I substance. The conversation addresses common misconceptions about marijuana safety, the differences between THC and CBD, and the importance of understanding the developing brain. Dr. Wernert highlights research showing that younger individuals may be more vulnerable to cognitive and psychiatric risks, particularly with frequent or high-potency use. He also discusses the growing use of cannabis among older adults seeking relief from chronic pain, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and mood symptoms, emphasizing the need for medical supervision, accurate labeling, and responsible use. 

    Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
    Jodi interviews two guests who bring lived experience to the conversation. "Miles" shares how marijuana became part of his life in high school as a way to fit in and connect socially. After moving to Colorado for college, he experienced the cultural shift of legalization and eventually worked in the recreational cannabis industry. While he observed customers seeking both recreational and symptom relief benefits, he later recognized that habitual use had affected his motivation and stress response. In recovery, he reflects on the importance of moderation, brain development, and understanding why we use substances in the first place. "David" offers the perspective of long-term recovery. Beginning marijuana and alcohol use at a young age, he describes how both became tools for self-medication, particularly for anxiety and fear. He used daily for decades before eventually achieving sobriety. Now nearly sixteen years substance-free, David speaks candidly about motivation loss, lingering cognitive effects, and the clarity that came with recovery. He also addresses the concept of “California sober,” explaining why abstinence from all mood-altering substances is necessary for his own recovery.



    Episode Hashtags
    #BeyondSubstance #ShawnPNeal #MarijuanaConversation #CannabisEducation #SubstanceUseAwareness #RecoveryJourney #BrainHealth #YouthPrevention #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #CBDandTHC #SubstanceFree #ClarityInRecovery #PublicHealthConversation #ResponsibleUse #IntegratedCare

    Podcast Information:
    Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

    Topics:
    Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

    Hashtags:
    #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70354928Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:00:29 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore the complex and often confusing conversation surrounding marijuana use. Joined first by psychiatrist and geriatric specialist Dr. John Wernert, the discussion examines...
    Joined first by psychiatrist and geriatric specialist Dr. John Wernert, the discussion examines the history of cannabis regulation, what current research tells us about safety and brain development, and why age and frequency of use matter.

    The episode then shifts to two lived-experience stories. "Miles" reflects on starting marijuana use in high school, moving to Colorado where it was legal, and later working in the cannabis industry before stepping away. "David," now substance-free for nearly sixteen years, shares how marijuana and alcohol functioned as self-medication and why recovery ultimately meant choosing clarity over intoxication.

    Together, these perspectives offer a balanced and thoughtful look at marijuana’s risks, realities, and impact across a lifetime.

    Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
    Dean speaks with Dr. John Wernert, a psychiatrist and geriatrician with more than four decades of experience in clinical care and behavioral health integration. Dr. Wernert explains how cannabis has evolved from a historically criminalized substance to one that is now legal for medical or recreational use in many states, while still remaining federally classified as a Schedule I substance. The conversation addresses common misconceptions about marijuana safety, the differences between THC and CBD, and the importance of understanding the developing brain. Dr. Wernert highlights research showing that younger individuals may be more vulnerable to cognitive and psychiatric risks, particularly with frequent or high-potency use. He also discusses the growing use of cannabis among older adults seeking relief from chronic pain, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and mood symptoms, emphasizing the need for medical supervision, accurate labeling, and responsible use. 

    Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
    Jodi interviews two guests who bring lived experience to the conversation. "Miles" shares how marijuana became part of his life in high school as a way to fit in and connect socially. After moving to Colorado for college, he experienced the cultural shift of legalization and eventually worked in the recreational cannabis industry. While he observed customers seeking both recreational and symptom relief benefits, he later recognized that habitual use had affected his motivation and stress response. In recovery, he reflects on the importance of moderation, brain development, and understanding why we use substances in the first place. "David" offers the perspective of long-term recovery. Beginning marijuana and alcohol use at a young age, he describes how both became tools for self-medication, particularly for anxiety and fear. He used daily for decades before eventually achieving sobriety. Now nearly sixteen years substance-free, David speaks candidly about motivation loss, lingering cognitive effects, and the clarity that came with recovery. He also addresses the concept of “California sober,” explaining why abstinence from all mood-altering substances is necessary for his own recovery.



    Episode Hashtags
    #BeyondSubstance #ShawnPNeal #MarijuanaConversation #CannabisEducation #SubstanceUseAwareness #RecoveryJourney #BrainHealth #YouthPrevention #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #CBDandTHC #SubstanceFree #ClarityInRecovery #PublicHealthConversation #ResponsibleUse #IntegratedCare

    Podcast Information:
    • Hosted by: Dean Babcock & Jodi Miller
    • "A Look at the Numbers" Host: Allie Martin
    • Executive Producer: Shawn P Neal
    • Produced and Mixed at AdvoCast...]]>3173addictionrecovery,beyondsubstance,brainhealth,cannabiseducation,cbdandthc,clarityinrecovery,integratedcare,marijuanaconversation,mentalhealthmatters,publichealthconversation,recoveryjourney,responsibleuse,shawnpneal,substancefree,substanceuseawareness,youthpreventionfalse29fullMedications in Adolescent Recoveryhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medications-in-adolescent-recovery--69540967
      Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary (Dean + Dr. Alexander Thomas)
      Dean’s conversation with Dr. Alexander Thomas centers on the realities of treating adolescent substance use disorders with clinical precision and caution. Dr. Thomas explains that substance use often begins in the teen years, yet research, treatment systems, and public dialogue frequently focus on adults. He emphasizes that medication decisions depend first on the substance involved. For adolescents using opioids, he recommends bringing medication into treatment early because of overdose risk and the strength of evidence supporting medication for opioid use disorder. Dr. 

      Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
      Jodi’s interview with Spencer Medcalf reveals what adolescent substance use can look like from the inside, long before a young person has the language to describe what they are feeling. Spencer describes a childhood with an early sense of stability, followed by a sudden rupture when he discovered his mother intoxicated and later learned it was the day she filed for divorce. That moment marked a shift in his foundation, and by his mid-teens, he began using alcohol and marijuana, then escalated quickly into opioids and benzodiazepines.


      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryIsPossible #AdolescentSubstanceUse #TeenMentalHealth #YouthRecovery #SubstanceUseDisorder #AddictionRecovery #MedicationAssistedTreatment #OpioidUseDisorder #Naltrexone #Buprenorphine #Methadone #CoOccurringDisorders #IntegratedCare #FamilySupport #TraumaInformedCare #SuicidePrevention #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69540967Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:00:08 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller focus on adolescence, substance use, and the role treatment and medications can play when young people struggle. Dean speaks with Dr. Alexander Thomas, an addiction psychiatrist...
      Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary (Dean + Dr. Alexander Thomas)
      Dean’s conversation with Dr. Alexander Thomas centers on the realities of treating adolescent substance use disorders with clinical precision and caution. Dr. Thomas explains that substance use often begins in the teen years, yet research, treatment systems, and public dialogue frequently focus on adults. He emphasizes that medication decisions depend first on the substance involved. For adolescents using opioids, he recommends bringing medication into treatment early because of overdose risk and the strength of evidence supporting medication for opioid use disorder. Dr. 

      Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
      Jodi’s interview with Spencer Medcalf reveals what adolescent substance use can look like from the inside, long before a young person has the language to describe what they are feeling. Spencer describes a childhood with an early sense of stability, followed by a sudden rupture when he discovered his mother intoxicated and later learned it was the day she filed for divorce. That moment marked a shift in his foundation, and by his mid-teens, he began using alcohol and marijuana, then escalated quickly into opioids and benzodiazepines.


      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryIsPossible #AdolescentSubstanceUse #TeenMentalHealth #YouthRecovery #SubstanceUseDisorder #AddictionRecovery #MedicationAssistedTreatment #OpioidUseDisorder #Naltrexone #Buprenorphine #Methadone #CoOccurringDisorders #IntegratedCare #FamilySupport #TraumaInformedCare #SuicidePrevention #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      4635addictionrecovery,adolescentsubstanceuse,beyondsubstance,buprenorphine,cooccurringdisorders,familysupport,integratedcare,medicationassistedtreatment,methadone,naltrexone,opioidusedisorder,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorder,suicideprevention,teenmentalhealth,traumainformedcare,youthrecoveryfalse28fullFinding Recovery Through Employee Assistance Programshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-recovery-through-employee-assistance-programs--68811482
      Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
      Dean speaks with Brandon Dreiman, a 23-year veteran of the Indianapolis Fire Department and former wellness coordinator, now a recovery coach at Pro Team Wellness. Brandon outlines how peer support systems and employee assistance programs (EAPs) work—especially those tailored to public safety. He emphasizes the unique challenges first responders face, including elevated rates of PTSD and alcohol use disorder. Brandon shares data showing one in three firefighters may have diagnosable AUD, yet things such as job culture still keep many from seeking help. Through first-hand insights, Brandon breaks down how trust, confidentiality, and peer-led connections can help bridge the gap between suffering and recovery.

      Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
      Jodi introduces Jerry Richard, a firefighter whose passion for service masked a private battle with addiction. From early marijuana use to years of secretive alcohol dependency, Jerry reflects on the personal and professional consequences of his substance use—and the moment when he finally asked for help. With honesty and humility, he shares the losses that pushed him back into substance use after a period of sobriety, and how peer support and breathwork therapy helped him begin again. Today, Jerry leads with compassion, offering others the same safe space and support that saved his own life.


      Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryIsPossible #FirstResponderWellness #PeerSupportWorks #EmployeeAssistance #PublicSafetyMentalHealth #TraumaInformedCare #AlcoholUseDisorder #SubstanceUseRecovery #FirefighterMentalHealth #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #ShawnPNeal  #AddictionRecovery #EAPSupport #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68811482Sun, 30 Nov 2025 23:01:16 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerHosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore the human side of public safety in this moving episode of Beyond Substance. Brandon Dreiman, a retired Indianapolis firefighter and wellness coach, shares how peer support and employee assistance programs are...
      Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
      Dean speaks with Brandon Dreiman, a 23-year veteran of the Indianapolis Fire Department and former wellness coordinator, now a recovery coach at Pro Team Wellness. Brandon outlines how peer support systems and employee assistance programs (EAPs) work—especially those tailored to public safety. He emphasizes the unique challenges first responders face, including elevated rates of PTSD and alcohol use disorder. Brandon shares data showing one in three firefighters may have diagnosable AUD, yet things such as job culture still keep many from seeking help. Through first-hand insights, Brandon breaks down how trust, confidentiality, and peer-led connections can help bridge the gap between suffering and recovery.

      Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
      Jodi introduces Jerry Richard, a firefighter whose passion for service masked a private battle with addiction. From early marijuana use to years of secretive alcohol dependency, Jerry reflects on the personal and professional consequences of his substance use—and the moment when he finally asked for help. With honesty and humility, he shares the losses that pushed him back into substance use after a period of sobriety, and how peer support and breathwork therapy helped him begin again. Today, Jerry leads with compassion, offering others the same safe space and support that saved his own life.


      Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryIsPossible #FirstResponderWellness #PeerSupportWorks #EmployeeAssistance #PublicSafetyMentalHealth #TraumaInformedCare #AlcoholUseDisorder #SubstanceUseRecovery #FirefighterMentalHealth #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #ShawnPNeal  #AddictionRecovery #EAPSupport #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3177addictionrecovery,alcoholusedisorder,beyondsubstance,deanbabcock,eapsupport,employeeassistance,firefightermentalhealth,firstresponderwellness,jodimiller,mentalhealthawareness,peersupportworks,ptsdrecovery,publicsafetymentalhealth,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,substanceuserecovery,traumainformedcarefalse27full      When Schools Become a Part of Recoveryhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-schools-become-a-part-of-recovery--68364938
      Segment 1: Professional Interview – John Ferguson
      Dean speaks with John Ferguson, a licensed marriage and family therapist and manager of the Ascension St. Vincent School-Based Mental Health Program, about how school systems address substance use among students. Drawing from two decades of experience in both youth and adult treatment settings, John discusses the evolving landscape of school-based interventions—from traditional prevention and education to trauma-informed and family-integrated approaches.


      Segment 2: Personal Story – Ted’s Family Journey
      In a candid and heartfelt conversation, Ted shares how his own recovery journey became intertwined with his son’s struggle with substance use during high school. When his son began experimenting with marijuana and vaping, Ted and his wife faced a difficult path—navigating school policies and family emotions. What they found, however, was compassion and partnership from school counselors, coaches, and eventually, an alternative recovery school, Hope Academy, that helped their son rediscover purpose and stability.


      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #AdvoCast #ShawnPNeal #DeanBabcock #JodiMiller #HopeAcademy #YouthRecovery #SubstanceUsePrevention #SchoolCounseling #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthMatters #FamilyRecovery #AddictionAwareness #RecoveryIsPossible #CommunityHealing #ParentingInRecovery #VapingAwareness #ZeroToleranceReform 

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68364938Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:43:40 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore how schools play a critical role in shaping youth experiences with substance use, prevention, and recovery. John Ferguson, a licensed marriage and family therapist with decades of experience,...
      Segment 1: Professional Interview – John Ferguson
      Dean speaks with John Ferguson, a licensed marriage and family therapist and manager of the Ascension St. Vincent School-Based Mental Health Program, about how school systems address substance use among students. Drawing from two decades of experience in both youth and adult treatment settings, John discusses the evolving landscape of school-based interventions—from traditional prevention and education to trauma-informed and family-integrated approaches.


      Segment 2: Personal Story – Ted’s Family Journey
      In a candid and heartfelt conversation, Ted shares how his own recovery journey became intertwined with his son’s struggle with substance use during high school. When his son began experimenting with marijuana and vaping, Ted and his wife faced a difficult path—navigating school policies and family emotions. What they found, however, was compassion and partnership from school counselors, coaches, and eventually, an alternative recovery school, Hope Academy, that helped their son rediscover purpose and stability.


      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #AdvoCast #ShawnPNeal #DeanBabcock #JodiMiller #HopeAcademy #YouthRecovery #SubstanceUsePrevention #SchoolCounseling #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthMatters #FamilyRecovery #AddictionAwareness #RecoveryIsPossible #CommunityHealing #ParentingInRecovery #VapingAwareness #ZeroToleranceReform 

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3036addiction,adolecentdruguse,alcohol,mentalhealth,recovery,substanceusedisorder,sudfalse26full      Panel on Overdose Deaths: Progress and Challengeshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/panel-on-overdose-deaths-progress-and-challenges--67555283

      • Guests
        • Jodi Miller (peer recovery leader and co-host)
        • Sarah Grubb (Forensic Epidemiologist, Marion County Public Health Department)
        • Dr. Eric Yazel graduated from Indiana University with a B.S. in Biology, followed by a M.A. in Clinical Physiology from Ball State University. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Louisville and completed his residency in Emergency Medicine there as well, serving as Chief Resident.  He currently serves as the EMS Medical Director for the State of Indiana. In addition, he also hold positions as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Louisville, Attending Physician at Norton Clark Emergency Department, Clark County Health Officer, Chief Medical Officer for LifeSpring Health Systems, and Chief Tactical Physician for the Jeffersonville Police Department. 
        • Justin Phillips, MA and White House Champion of Change for Advocacy, Prevention and Treatment is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Overdose Lifeline, Inc. (ODL). Justin is a featured speaker on the national, regional and local circuit sharing about the national opioid health crisis. Justin has received the Fairbanks Circle of Hope Award, the Drug Free Marion County Parent Advocate of the Year Award, and the Indiana Jefferson Award. The Indiana State Health Commissioner awarded Justin the Excellence in Public Health Award and in 2017 Justin testified before President’s Trump’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction. In 2021 Justin spoke on two separate occasions to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. In 2024 Justin was named USA Today’s Indiana Woman of the Year, Forbes 50 over 50, Indiana Torchbearer, and Governor Holcomb awarded Justin the Sagamore of the Wabash which is the highest honor from the state.  

      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #OpioidEpidemic #RecoveryIsPossible #NaloxoneSavesLives #SubstanceUseRecovery #EndOverdose #PeerRecovery #IndianaRecovery #CommunityHealth #DataDrivenSolutions #MAT #BridgeProgram #PublicHealth #Epidemiology #OverdoseLifeline #ShawnPNeal #HopeAndRecovery

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67555283Mon, 01 Sep 2025 16:30:07 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn the season two finale of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller bring together a panel of leaders working across Indiana to address the opioid epidemic. Joining the conversation are Jodi Miller (peer recovery leader and co-host),...

      • Guests
        • Jodi Miller (peer recovery leader and co-host)
        • Sarah Grubb (Forensic Epidemiologist, Marion County Public Health Department)
        • Dr. Eric Yazel graduated from Indiana University with a B.S. in Biology, followed by a M.A. in Clinical Physiology from Ball State University. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Louisville and completed his residency in Emergency Medicine there as well, serving as Chief Resident.  He currently serves as the EMS Medical Director for the State of Indiana. In addition, he also hold positions as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Louisville, Attending Physician at Norton Clark Emergency Department, Clark County Health Officer, Chief Medical Officer for LifeSpring Health Systems, and Chief Tactical Physician for the Jeffersonville Police Department. 
        • Justin Phillips, MA and White House Champion of Change for Advocacy, Prevention and Treatment is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Overdose Lifeline, Inc. (ODL). Justin is a featured speaker on the national, regional and local circuit sharing about the national opioid health crisis. Justin has received the Fairbanks Circle of Hope Award, the Drug Free Marion County Parent Advocate of the Year Award, and the Indiana Jefferson Award. The Indiana State Health Commissioner awarded Justin the Excellence in Public Health Award and in 2017 Justin testified before President’s Trump’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction. In 2021 Justin spoke on two separate occasions to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. In 2024 Justin was named USA Today’s Indiana Woman of the Year, Forbes 50 over 50, Indiana Torchbearer, and Governor Holcomb awarded Justin the Sagamore of the Wabash which is the highest honor from the state.  

      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #OpioidEpidemic #RecoveryIsPossible #NaloxoneSavesLives #SubstanceUseRecovery #EndOverdose #PeerRecovery #IndianaRecovery #CommunityHealth #DataDrivenSolutions #MAT #BridgeProgram #PublicHealth #Epidemiology #OverdoseLifeline #ShawnPNeal #HopeAndRecovery

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth...]]>      3558opioid,opioidusedisorder,recovery,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorder,sudfalse25full      Finding Recovery in Community Correctionshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-recovery-in-community-corrections--67277715
      Segment 1: Professional Interview
      Dean speaks with Morgan Walker, Executive Director of Hancock County Community Corrections, to discuss the evolving role of community corrections within the justice system. Morgan emphasizes a shift from compliance-focused models to evidence-based approaches that prioritize client outcomes and dignity. She explains how her agency integrates partnerships with recovery programs, case managers, and the courts to create holistic support systems for individuals with substance use disorders. Morgan also reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped service delivery and revealed the need for flexible, human-centered strategies. Her insights provide a critical lens into how justice-involved individuals can be empowered through meaningful engagement, supportive accountability, and compassionate systems.

      Segment 2: Personal Story
      Megan Pino opens up to Jodi Miller about her struggle with alcohol use, the pain of repeated legal consequences, and the toll it took on her children and sense of self. After her fourth DUI, Megan reached a breaking point—and what followed was a life-changing journey through the Hamilton County Drug Court and Community Corrections programs. Through tears, gratitude, and fierce honesty, Megan shares how accountability, structure, and support helped her reclaim her identity. She reflects on rebuilding trust with her children, rediscovering her worth, and how gratitude became a powerful tool in her ongoing recovery. Megan’s story reminds us that people are not defined by their lowest moments—and that recovery is possible with the right support system.



      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast #RecoveryIsPossible #CommunityCorrections #DrugCourt #AccountabilityInRecovery #TraumaInformedCare #EvidenceBasedPractice #AddictionRecovery #JusticeReform #WomenInRecovery  #PeerSupportMatters #HealingJourneys #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #CriminalJusticeSupport #RedemptionStories

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67277715Wed, 06 Aug 2025 21:14:25 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this powerful episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Jodi Miller and Dean Babcock explore recovery, redemption, and the systems that support both. Jodi sits down with Megan Pino, a graduate of the Hamilton County Drug Court Program, who shares her...
      Segment 1: Professional Interview
      Dean speaks with Morgan Walker, Executive Director of Hancock County Community Corrections, to discuss the evolving role of community corrections within the justice system. Morgan emphasizes a shift from compliance-focused models to evidence-based approaches that prioritize client outcomes and dignity. She explains how her agency integrates partnerships with recovery programs, case managers, and the courts to create holistic support systems for individuals with substance use disorders. Morgan also reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped service delivery and revealed the need for flexible, human-centered strategies. Her insights provide a critical lens into how justice-involved individuals can be empowered through meaningful engagement, supportive accountability, and compassionate systems.

      Segment 2: Personal Story
      Megan Pino opens up to Jodi Miller about her struggle with alcohol use, the pain of repeated legal consequences, and the toll it took on her children and sense of self. After her fourth DUI, Megan reached a breaking point—and what followed was a life-changing journey through the Hamilton County Drug Court and Community Corrections programs. Through tears, gratitude, and fierce honesty, Megan shares how accountability, structure, and support helped her reclaim her identity. She reflects on rebuilding trust with her children, rediscovering her worth, and how gratitude became a powerful tool in her ongoing recovery. Megan’s story reminds us that people are not defined by their lowest moments—and that recovery is possible with the right support system.



      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast #RecoveryIsPossible #CommunityCorrections #DrugCourt #AccountabilityInRecovery #TraumaInformedCare #EvidenceBasedPractice #AddictionRecovery #JusticeReform #WomenInRecovery  #PeerSupportMatters #HealingJourneys #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #CriminalJusticeSupport #RedemptionStories

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      2821accountabilityinrecovery,addictionrecovery,beyondsubstance,communitycorrections,criminaljusticesupport,deanbabcock,drugcourt,evidencebasedpractice,healingjourneys,jodimiller,justicereform,peersupportmatters,recoveryispossible,redemptionstories,shawnpneal,traumainformedcare,womeninrecoveryfalse24full      Perspectives on Stigma in Medical Carehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perspectives-on-stigma-in-medical-care--66814518Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
      Dr. Christopher Suelzer, a primary care physician and long-time advocate for veterans and people with substance use disorders, describes how assumptions—often subconscious—can erode trust, reduce treatment efficacy, and undermine patient autonomy. Drawing from real-life examples, he emphasizes that providers must challenge ingrained biases, receive better training, and prioritize compassion alongside clinical skill. 

      Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
      Jodi Miller sits down with Gloria Haynes, a certified peer recovery coach and perinatal community health worker whose recovery journey began in a Cook County jail. Gloria recounts her descent from a fast-paced life in Chicago into addiction, homelessness, and incarceration. Through court-ordered treatment and a critical moment of surrender, she found her way into long-term recovery. Gloria’s story highlights the impact of supportive judges, the healing power of community, and the strength that comes from lived experience. Today, she works with pregnant and postpartum women, physicians, and recovery programs, using her voice to inspire connection, empathy, and change.




      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #PeerRecovery #SubstanceUseDisorder #VeteransRecovery #DrChrisSuelzer #GloriaHaynes #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #NaloxoneSavesLives #MATWorks #PersonFirstLanguage #EmpathyInMedicine #HealthcareBias #CHAMPIndiana #WeCare #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66814518Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:09 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerSegment 1: Professional Interview Summary Dr. Christopher Suelzer, a primary care physician and long-time advocate for veterans and people with substance use disorders, describes how assumptions—often subconscious—can erode trust, reduce treatment...Segment 1: Professional Interview Summary
      Dr. Christopher Suelzer, a primary care physician and long-time advocate for veterans and people with substance use disorders, describes how assumptions—often subconscious—can erode trust, reduce treatment efficacy, and undermine patient autonomy. Drawing from real-life examples, he emphasizes that providers must challenge ingrained biases, receive better training, and prioritize compassion alongside clinical skill. 

      Segment 2: Personal Story Summary
      Jodi Miller sits down with Gloria Haynes, a certified peer recovery coach and perinatal community health worker whose recovery journey began in a Cook County jail. Gloria recounts her descent from a fast-paced life in Chicago into addiction, homelessness, and incarceration. Through court-ordered treatment and a critical moment of surrender, she found her way into long-term recovery. Gloria’s story highlights the impact of supportive judges, the healing power of community, and the strength that comes from lived experience. Today, she works with pregnant and postpartum women, physicians, and recovery programs, using her voice to inspire connection, empathy, and change.




      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionRecovery #PeerRecovery #SubstanceUseDisorder #VeteransRecovery #DrChrisSuelzer #GloriaHaynes #JodiMiller #DeanBabcock #NaloxoneSavesLives #MATWorks #PersonFirstLanguage #EmpathyInMedicine #HealthcareBias #CHAMPIndiana #WeCare #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3566addictionrecovery,advocast,beyondsubstance,deanbabcock,empathyinmedicine,healthcarebias,jodimiller,naloxonesaveslives,peerrecovery,personfirstlanguage,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorder,veteransrecovery,wecarefalse23full      Finding Recovery In Jailhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-recovery-in-jail--66350550
      Segment 1
      Kelly Gunn, Director of Jail Programs in Hamilton County, shares her experience running recovery-oriented reentry services inside the jail. She outlines the shift in local policy that now keeps many level-six felony offenders in county jails, creating a need for more structured, rehabilitative programming. Gunn highlights Hamilton County's TOWER program and the women’s Launch Hope initiative, which provide therapy, life skills, employment support, and community-based reentry services. She emphasizes the importance of voluntary engagement and ongoing support beyond incarceration, and how partnerships with nonprofits, employers, and treatment providers help build a system of hope.

      Segment 2
      Jennifer Bella’s powerful personal story reveals a recovery journey that began during her 16-month incarceration. After years of abuse, addiction, and multiple felonies, she was introduced to Launch Hope in the Hamilton County Jail. With the support of peer mentors and Jodi’s Refuel Wellness program, Jennifer has found her purpose. Today, she is a peer recovery coach, helping others through the same system that once held her. Her story is a testimony to what happens when people are met with trust, tools, and belief in their worth.


      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryBehindBars #LaunchHope #PeerSupport #SubstanceUseRecovery #ReentryPrograms #TOWERProgram #AddictionRecoveryStories #CriminalJusticeReform #PublicHealthInJails #IndianaRecovery #NaloxoneSavesLives #MATPrograms #StigmaFreeRecovery #RefuelWellness #JenniferBella #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast #CommunityHealing

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66350550Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:10 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore how the criminal justice system—particularly county jails—can be a surprising gateway to recovery. Through conversations with Kelly Gunn, Director of Jail Programs in...
      Segment 1
      Kelly Gunn, Director of Jail Programs in Hamilton County, shares her experience running recovery-oriented reentry services inside the jail. She outlines the shift in local policy that now keeps many level-six felony offenders in county jails, creating a need for more structured, rehabilitative programming. Gunn highlights Hamilton County's TOWER program and the women’s Launch Hope initiative, which provide therapy, life skills, employment support, and community-based reentry services. She emphasizes the importance of voluntary engagement and ongoing support beyond incarceration, and how partnerships with nonprofits, employers, and treatment providers help build a system of hope.

      Segment 2
      Jennifer Bella’s powerful personal story reveals a recovery journey that began during her 16-month incarceration. After years of abuse, addiction, and multiple felonies, she was introduced to Launch Hope in the Hamilton County Jail. With the support of peer mentors and Jodi’s Refuel Wellness program, Jennifer has found her purpose. Today, she is a peer recovery coach, helping others through the same system that once held her. Her story is a testimony to what happens when people are met with trust, tools, and belief in their worth.


      Episode Hashtags
      #BeyondSubstance #RecoveryBehindBars #LaunchHope #PeerSupport #SubstanceUseRecovery #ReentryPrograms #TOWERProgram #AddictionRecoveryStories #CriminalJusticeReform #PublicHealthInJails #IndianaRecovery #NaloxoneSavesLives #MATPrograms #StigmaFreeRecovery #RefuelWellness #JenniferBella #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast #CommunityHealing

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      2897addictionrecoverystories,advocast,beyondsubstance,communityhealing,criminaljusticereform,harmreduction,indianarecovery,jenniferbella,launchhope,matprograms,naloxonesaveslives,peersupport,publichealthinjails,recoverybehindbars,reentryprograms,refuelwellness,shawnpneal,substanceuserecovery,towerprogramfalse22full      Knowledge is Powerhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/knowledge-is-power--65817609
      Segment 1
      Dr. Brad Ray is a Senior Researcher at RTI International with a PhD in Sociology and Anthropology who conducts research at the intersection of public health and public safety that is aimed at overdose prevention. His training includes multiple quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and he has been the principal investigator on grants from the National Institutes on Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Science Foundation, and the National Institute of Justice. He has conducted numerous randomized trials, integrated large statewide datasets to identify overdose touchpoints, and studied the implementation of multiple strategies. Dr. Ray also oversees technical assistance to state governments to implement programming at the intersection of public health and public safety systems.

      Segment 2
      In this conversation, Dr. Katrina "Kat" Thomas shares her personal journey through substance use and recovery, highlighting the impact of trauma and the importance of seeking help. She discusses her transition from personal struggles to a professional career in counseling and advocacy, emphasizing the evolving landscape of substance use and the need for community support. Dr. Kat addresses the misconceptions that persist around addiction, ultimately encouraging listeners to seek reliable resources and never give up hope.



      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUseRecovery #OpioidCrisis #NaloxoneSavesLives #FentanylAwareness #AddictionRecoveryStories #TraumaInformedCare #DrugPolicyReform #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryIsPossible #PeerSupport #OverdosePrevention #RadicalEmpathy  #PublicHealthResearch #CriminalJusticeReform #LivedExperienceMatters #IndianaRecovery #CommunityHealing #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65817609Thu, 01 May 2025 14:00:11 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller explore the critical intersection of research, personal experience, and community support in addressing substance use and recovery. They engage with experts Dr. Brad Ray and Dr....
      Segment 1
      Dr. Brad Ray is a Senior Researcher at RTI International with a PhD in Sociology and Anthropology who conducts research at the intersection of public health and public safety that is aimed at overdose prevention. His training includes multiple quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and he has been the principal investigator on grants from the National Institutes on Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Science Foundation, and the National Institute of Justice. He has conducted numerous randomized trials, integrated large statewide datasets to identify overdose touchpoints, and studied the implementation of multiple strategies. Dr. Ray also oversees technical assistance to state governments to implement programming at the intersection of public health and public safety systems.

      Segment 2
      In this conversation, Dr. Katrina "Kat" Thomas shares her personal journey through substance use and recovery, highlighting the impact of trauma and the importance of seeking help. She discusses her transition from personal struggles to a professional career in counseling and advocacy, emphasizing the evolving landscape of substance use and the need for community support. Dr. Kat addresses the misconceptions that persist around addiction, ultimately encouraging listeners to seek reliable resources and never give up hope.



      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUseRecovery #OpioidCrisis #NaloxoneSavesLives #FentanylAwareness #AddictionRecoveryStories #TraumaInformedCare #DrugPolicyReform #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryIsPossible #PeerSupport #OverdosePrevention #RadicalEmpathy  #PublicHealthResearch #CriminalJusticeReform #LivedExperienceMatters #IndianaRecovery #CommunityHealing #ShawnPNeal #AdvoCast

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3058addictionrecoverystories,beyondsubstance,communityhealing,criminaljusticereform,drugpolicyreform,fentanylawareness,indianarecovery,livedexperiencematters,mentalhealthmatters,naloxonesaveslives,opioidcrisis,overdoseprevention,peersupport,publichealthresearch,radicalempathy,recoveryispossible,substanceuserecovery,traumainformedcarefalse21full      The Impact of Substance Use Disorder on Pregnancyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-impact-of-substance-use-disorder-on-pregnancy--64649801
      Segment 1: Co-Host Dean Babcock talks with Dr. Camila Arnaudo. Dr. Arnaudo shares her journey as an addiction psychiatrist, her insights on the complexities of substance use among pregnant individuals, and the evolving trends in substance use. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the risks involved and the need for supportive care for pregnant individuals facing substance use disorders. This conversation delves into the complexities of substance use during and after pregnancy, highlighting the critical postpartum period where risks of relapse and overdose increase. 

      Segment 2: In our personal story, Co-Host Jodi Miller welcomes Ashna Clark. Ashna shares her profound journey through addiction, motherhood, and recovery. She reflects on her challenging childhood, early pregnancies, and the difficult decisions she made, including giving her first child up for adoption. Ashna discusses her struggles with substance abuse, the turning points that led her to seek help, and the importance of community support in her recovery. Now a child advocate, she emphasizes the significance of being a present and loving mother, while also offering hope and encouragement to others facing similar challenges.


      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64649801Sat, 01 Mar 2025 23:59:45 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThis episode of Beyond Substance explores the complex and often misunderstood topic of substance use disorder during pregnancy and beyond. Hosts Dean Babcock talks with expert Dr. Camila Arnado and Jodi Miller talks with Ashna Clark. Segment 1:...
      Segment 1: Co-Host Dean Babcock talks with Dr. Camila Arnaudo. Dr. Arnaudo shares her journey as an addiction psychiatrist, her insights on the complexities of substance use among pregnant individuals, and the evolving trends in substance use. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the risks involved and the need for supportive care for pregnant individuals facing substance use disorders. This conversation delves into the complexities of substance use during and after pregnancy, highlighting the critical postpartum period where risks of relapse and overdose increase. 

      Segment 2: In our personal story, Co-Host Jodi Miller welcomes Ashna Clark. Ashna shares her profound journey through addiction, motherhood, and recovery. She reflects on her challenging childhood, early pregnancies, and the difficult decisions she made, including giving her first child up for adoption. Ashna discusses her struggles with substance abuse, the turning points that led her to seek help, and the importance of community support in her recovery. Now a child advocate, she emphasizes the significance of being a present and loving mother, while also offering hope and encouragement to others facing similar challenges.


      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      2958addiction,hope,maternalsupport,mentalhealth,postpartum,pregnancy,recovery,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorderfalse20full      Overdose Prevention Strategieshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overdose-prevention-strategies--63530559Segment 1: In this enlightening conversation, Dean speaks with Erika Chapman, MPH, CPH, CHES. Erika serves at the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) in the Division of HIV, STI, and Viral Hepatitis. Erica shares her background, the importance of reducing stigma, and how communities can implement harm reduction strategies. Ms. Chapman has been with IDOH since 2006 and has previously served in the roles of HIV Prevention Specialist, Viral Hepatitis Prevention Coordinator, and Surveillance Coordinator.

      Segment 2: Aisha Diss shares her inspiring journey of recovery from addiction and her experiences with the criminal justice system. She discusses her early life, the trauma she faced, and how it led her to a path of substance use. Aisha reflects on her time in prison, the challenges she encountered, and the pivotal moments that motivated her to change her life. She emphasizes the importance of healing, education, and community support in her recovery journey, ultimately leading to the founding of project.ME, an initiative aimed at helping others in similar situations. Aisha Diss shares her journey into coaching, emphasizing the importance of supporting individuals in their recovery journey without judgment. 

      Resources:

      #recovery #addiction #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #trauma #prison #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63530559Wed, 01 Jan 2025 13:00:08 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerSegment 1: In this enlightening conversation, Dean speaks with Erika Chapman, MPH, CPH, CHES. Erika serves at the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) in the Division of HIV, STI, and Viral Hepatitis. Erica shares her background, the importance of...Segment 1: In this enlightening conversation, Dean speaks with Erika Chapman, MPH, CPH, CHES. Erika serves at the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) in the Division of HIV, STI, and Viral Hepatitis. Erica shares her background, the importance of reducing stigma, and how communities can implement harm reduction strategies. Ms. Chapman has been with IDOH since 2006 and has previously served in the roles of HIV Prevention Specialist, Viral Hepatitis Prevention Coordinator, and Surveillance Coordinator.

      Segment 2: Aisha Diss shares her inspiring journey of recovery from addiction and her experiences with the criminal justice system. She discusses her early life, the trauma she faced, and how it led her to a path of substance use. Aisha reflects on her time in prison, the challenges she encountered, and the pivotal moments that motivated her to change her life. She emphasizes the importance of healing, education, and community support in her recovery journey, ultimately leading to the founding of project.ME, an initiative aimed at helping others in similar situations. Aisha Diss shares her journey into coaching, emphasizing the importance of supporting individuals in their recovery journey without judgment. 

      Resources:

      #recovery #addiction #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #trauma #prison #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3019addiction,coaching,communityoutreach,harmreduction,mentalhealth,peersupport,personalstory,projectme,recovery,shawnpneal,stigma,substanceuse,traumafalse19full      Substance Use Disorder and the Hep-C Connectionhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/substance-use-disorder-and-the-hep-c-connection--63066675
      Dean Babcock and his guest, Dr. Janet Arno, discuss the critical intersection of substance use disorder and hepatitis C. They explore the stigma surrounding these issues, the importance of testing and treatment, and the public health implications of addressing these conditions. Dr. Arno shares her extensive background in infectious diseases and emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to be proactive in testing and treating hepatitis C, particularly among populations at risk due to substance use. The conversation highlights the advancements in treatment options and the importance of accessibility to care for all individuals.

      In our personal story, Jodi Miller got to know Jason Rush. Jason shares his personal journey through substance use disorder, detailing his experiences with addiction, the impact of hepatitis C, and his path to recovery. He discusses the challenges of stigma, the importance of seeking help, and the resources available for those struggling with addiction. Jason emphasizes gratitude for his life and sobriety, encouraging others to not be ashamed of their struggles and to reach out for support.

      Episode Links:
      https://www.connecttocure.org/

      Want more from Beyond Substance? Visit us online:
      https://beyondsubstancepodcast.org


      #addiction #substanceusedisorder #hepc #hepatitisc #RecoveryIsPossible #Stigma #Treatment #PublicHealth #Indiana #Indianapolis #buprenorphine #opioidusedisorder #addictiontreatment #primarycare #recovery #personalstories #healthcaresystem #communitysupport #trauma #healing #resilience #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #peersupport #heroin #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63066675Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:00:07 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThis episode explores the critical intersection of substance use disorder and hepatitis C, featuring personal stories and expert insights. Dean Babcock and his guest, Dr. Janet Arno, discuss the critical intersection of substance use disorder and...
      Dean Babcock and his guest, Dr. Janet Arno, discuss the critical intersection of substance use disorder and hepatitis C. They explore the stigma surrounding these issues, the importance of testing and treatment, and the public health implications of addressing these conditions. Dr. Arno shares her extensive background in infectious diseases and emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to be proactive in testing and treating hepatitis C, particularly among populations at risk due to substance use. The conversation highlights the advancements in treatment options and the importance of accessibility to care for all individuals.

      In our personal story, Jodi Miller got to know Jason Rush. Jason shares his personal journey through substance use disorder, detailing his experiences with addiction, the impact of hepatitis C, and his path to recovery. He discusses the challenges of stigma, the importance of seeking help, and the resources available for those struggling with addiction. Jason emphasizes gratitude for his life and sobriety, encouraging others to not be ashamed of their struggles and to reach out for support.

      Episode Links:
      https://www.connecttocure.org/

      Want more from Beyond Substance? Visit us online:
      https://beyondsubstancepodcast.org


      #addiction #substanceusedisorder #hepc #hepatitisc #RecoveryIsPossible #Stigma #Treatment #PublicHealth #Indiana #Indianapolis #buprenorphine #opioidusedisorder #addictiontreatment #primarycare #recovery #personalstories #healthcaresystem #communitysupport #trauma #healing #resilience #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #peersupport #heroin #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3101addiction,harmreduction,hepatitis,hepatitisc,livedexperience,publichealth,recovery,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,stigma,substanceusedisorder,sud,treatmentfalse18full      Buprenorphine in Primary Carehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/buprenorphine-in-primary-care--62585435
      Dr. Dellinger discusses her extensive experience in treating opioid use disorder with buprenorphine. She shares insights into the evolution of pain management practices and the role of primary care in providing treatment. Dr. Dellinger emphasizes that buprenorphine is a legitimate treatment for opioid addiction, not a substitution for one addiction with another, and highlights the need for a compassionate approach to those struggling with substance use disorders.

      Bailey Wisher shares her harrowing journey through addiction, beginning at a young age and leading to a life of chaos, incarceration, and ultimately recovery. Her story highlights the importance of healing from trauma and the transformative power of support and community. Through her experiences, Bailey emphasizes that recovery is an ongoing process that requires internal work and a shift in mindset, ultimately leading her to help others in their own journeys.

      Takeaways
      • Buprenorphine has made opioid treatment more accessible.
      • Primary care can effectively treat opioid use disorders.
      • Buprenorphine helps manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings.
      • Recovery is a continuous journey requiring support.
      • Language matters in discussing addiction and recovery.
      • Many people with addiction started with prescribed opioids.
      • Community support is crucial for successful recovery.
      • Addiction should be treated as a disease, not a moral failing.

      Resources

      #buprenorphine #opioidusedisorder #addictiontreatment #primarycare #recovery #personalstories #healthcaresystem #communitysupport #addiction #trauma #healing #resilience #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #peersupport #heroin #recoveryispossible #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62585435Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:22:31 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThis episode of Beyond Substance delves into the use of buprenorphine for treating opioid use disorders, featuring insights from Dr. Carol Dellinger and the personal story of Bailey Wisher.  Dr. Dellinger discusses her extensive experience in...
      Dr. Dellinger discusses her extensive experience in treating opioid use disorder with buprenorphine. She shares insights into the evolution of pain management practices and the role of primary care in providing treatment. Dr. Dellinger emphasizes that buprenorphine is a legitimate treatment for opioid addiction, not a substitution for one addiction with another, and highlights the need for a compassionate approach to those struggling with substance use disorders.

      Bailey Wisher shares her harrowing journey through addiction, beginning at a young age and leading to a life of chaos, incarceration, and ultimately recovery. Her story highlights the importance of healing from trauma and the transformative power of support and community. Through her experiences, Bailey emphasizes that recovery is an ongoing process that requires internal work and a shift in mindset, ultimately leading her to help others in their own journeys.

      Takeaways
      • Buprenorphine has made opioid treatment more accessible.
      • Primary care can effectively treat opioid use disorders.
      • Buprenorphine helps manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings.
      • Recovery is a continuous journey requiring support.
      • Language matters in discussing addiction and recovery.
      • Many people with addiction started with prescribed opioids.
      • Community support is crucial for successful recovery.
      • Addiction should be treated as a disease, not a moral failing.

      Resources

      #buprenorphine #opioidusedisorder #addictiontreatment #primarycare #recovery #personalstories #healthcaresystem #communitysupport #addiction #trauma #healing #resilience #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #peersupport #heroin #recoveryispossible #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      3036addiction,buprenorphine,mentalhealth,opioid,primarycare,recovery,shawnpneal,support,treatmentfalse17full      Waking Up A Communityhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/waking-up-a-community--62185196
      Hosts: Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller

      Segment 1: Professional Interview with Carissa Miller
      In the first segment, Dean Babcock talks with Carissa Miller, a licensed clinical social worker deeply involved in addressing substance use disorders. Carissa shares her background, including her personal and professional journey with substance use issues. She provides a comprehensive history of the HIV outbreak in Scott County, highlighting the community's challenges such as high poverty rates, misuse of prescription opioids, and lack of awareness about infectious diseases. Carissa discusses response measures including increased HIV testing, state and federal assistance, and the establishment of a syringe service program. She emphasizes the significance of involving the voices of those with lived experiences in addressing community issues and stresses the "Nothing about us without us" philosophy. Dean and Carissa explore the combined community response efforts and share advice for other communities dealing with similar crises

      Segment 2: Personal Story Featuring Phil Stuckey
      The second segment features co-host Jodi Miller introducing an inspiring personal recovery story with Phil Stuckey, CEO of Thrive. Phil recounts his journey from addiction to leadership within the recovery community. From his initial neck injury at 16 to his struggle with pain medication addiction, Phil describes his transition from law enforcement to living on the streets due to his heroin addiction. He reaches a turning point, choosing to discard his drug kit and marking his last day of drug use on November 16, 2014. Phil's dedication to recovery leads him to co-found Thrive, a recovery community organization. His narrative is a testament to the power of community and second chances, demonstrating transformations achieved through mutual aid and peer support meetings.

      Additional Information
      he episode also includes a detailed report by Angela Shamblin on the timeline and statistics of the HIV outbreak, as well as discussions on the success of intervention measures. The community's collaborative efforts, including initiatives like Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) and the Holding Space Recovery Project, are highlighted. The episode closes with insights into future plans and initiatives to further support the community's recovery and health.Beyond Substance continues to emphasize the importance of community involvement, holistic approaches, and collaborative efforts to overcome substance use disorders and associated crises.

      Resources
      #addiction #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #recovery #ScottCounty #Indiana #Indy #Indianapolis #ShawnPNeal

      Podcast Information:
      Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

      Topics:
      Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

      Hashtags:
      #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>      https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62185196Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:47:22 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThis episode of Beyond Substance explores the profound impact of community-driven recovery efforts in Scott County, Indiana, particularly in response to a significant HIV outbreak linked to substance use. Through personal stories of struggle and...
      Hosts: Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller

      Segment 1: Professional Interview with Carissa Miller
      In the first segment, Dean Babcock talks with Carissa Miller, a licensed clinical social worker deeply involved in addressing substance use disorders. Carissa shares her background, including her personal and professional journey with substance use issues. She provides a comprehensive history of the HIV outbreak in Scott County, highlighting the community's challenges such as high poverty rates, misuse of prescription opioids, and lack of awareness about infectious diseases. Carissa discusses response measures including increased HIV testing, state and federal assistance, and the establishment of a syringe service program. She emphasizes the significance of involving the voices of those with lived experiences in addressing community issues and stresses the "Nothing about us without us" philosophy. Dean and Carissa explore the combined community response efforts and share advice for other communities dealing with similar crises

      Segment 2: Personal Story Featuring Phil Stuckey
      The second segment features co-host Jodi Miller introducing an inspiring personal recovery story with Phil Stuckey, CEO of Thrive. Phil recounts his journey from addiction to leadership within the recovery community. From his initial neck injury at 16 to his struggle with pain medication addiction, Phil describes his transition from law enforcement to living on the streets due to his heroin addiction. He reaches a turning point, choosing to discard his drug kit and marking his last day of drug use on November 16, 2014. Phil's dedication to recovery leads him to co-found Thrive, a recovery community organization. His narrative is a testament to the power of community and second chances, demonstrating transformations achieved through mutual aid and peer support meetings.

      Additional Information
      he episode also includes a detailed report by Angela Shamblin on the timeline and statistics of the HIV outbreak, as well as discussions on the success of intervention measures. The community's collaborative efforts, including initiatives like Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) and the Holding Space Recovery Project, are highlighted. The episode closes with insights into future plans and initiatives to further support the community's recovery and health.Beyond Substance continues to emphasize the importance of community involvement, holistic approaches, and collaborative efforts to overcome substance use disorders and associated crises.

      Resources
      • https://www.scottcountypartnership.org
      • https://www.scottcountyfoundation.org/community-initiatives/community-needs-assessment/
      • https://www.in.gov/health/safesleep/fatality-review/overdose-fatality-review/
      • 2898addiciton,alcohol,cdc,healing,heroin,hiv,hope,idoh,indiana,mentalhealth,publichealth,recovery,scottcounty,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorder,thrivefalse16fullMore Than Medicine: Opioid Treatment Programs (Methadone)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-than-medicine-opioid-treatment-programs-methadone--61255858

        Takeaways
        • Methadone is an effective medication for treating opioid use disorder and reducing the risk of overdose and death.
        • Opioid treatment programs provide comprehensive support services, including counseling, mental health care, primary health care, and assistance with social needs.
        • The stigma surrounding addiction can be a barrier to seeking and receiving treatment.
        • Receiving care in an opioid treatment program requires dedication and commitment, as patients often need to visit the clinic daily or regularly.
        • Understanding and supporting individuals in recovery is crucial for their success and well-being.
        #addiction #recovery #SUD #SubstanceUseDisorder #opioid #stigma #methadone #ShawnPNeal

        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61255858Tue, 03 Sep 2024 20:59:45 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThis episode of the Beyond Substance podcast focuses on the experience of receiving care in an opioid treatment program, commonly known as a methadone clinic. The hosts speak with Dr. Carolyn Warner-Greer, an addiction medicine specialist, and share...

        Takeaways
        • Methadone is an effective medication for treating opioid use disorder and reducing the risk of overdose and death.
        • Opioid treatment programs provide comprehensive support services, including counseling, mental health care, primary health care, and assistance with social needs.
        • The stigma surrounding addiction can be a barrier to seeking and receiving treatment.
        • Receiving care in an opioid treatment program requires dedication and commitment, as patients often need to visit the clinic daily or regularly.
        • Understanding and supporting individuals in recovery is crucial for their success and well-being.
        #addiction #recovery #SUD #SubstanceUseDisorder #opioid #stigma #methadone #ShawnPNeal

        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>        3249addiction,clinic,medication-assisted,methadone,opioid,program,recovery,shawnpneal,stigma,treatmentfalse15fullStatewide Initiatives Combatting Substance Use Disorderhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/statewide-initiatives-combatting-substance-use-disorder--60889890
        In this episode, Sean McDonough shares his personal journey of addiction and recovery. He emphasizes the importance of seeking help and not giving up, as well as finding connection with others who have experienced recovery. The conversation also highlights the resources available in Indiana, such as the Indiana Recovery Network and the Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, which provide support and information for individuals seeking addiction treatment. 

        The episode also introduces Angela Shamblin, who will be doing the data segment of the podcast. The conversation covers topics such as the implementation of the 988 crisis hotline, the state's treatment infrastructure, and initiatives in different counties to address substance use disorder.

        Resources:
        #stigma #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #addiction #recovery #Indiana #Indianapolis #Indy #MentalHealth



        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>        https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60889890Thu, 01 Aug 2024 22:44:28 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerSeason 2 of the Beyond Substance podcast focuses on substance use disorder and its impact across the state of Indiana. The first episode features Jay Chaudhary, the Director of Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction and Doug Huntsinger, the...
        In this episode, Sean McDonough shares his personal journey of addiction and recovery. He emphasizes the importance of seeking help and not giving up, as well as finding connection with others who have experienced recovery. The conversation also highlights the resources available in Indiana, such as the Indiana Recovery Network and the Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, which provide support and information for individuals seeking addiction treatment. 

        The episode also introduces Angela Shamblin, who will be doing the data segment of the podcast. The conversation covers topics such as the implementation of the 988 crisis hotline, the state's treatment infrastructure, and initiatives in different counties to address substance use disorder.

        Resources:
        #stigma #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #addiction #recovery #Indiana #Indianapolis #Indy #MentalHealth



        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>        3309988,addiction,crisis,disorder,fentanyl,hotline,indiana,mentalhealth,methadone,opioid,peerrecovery,recovery,shawnpneal,substance,substanceuse,substanceusedisorder,treatment,usefalse14full        Beyond the Show: Looking Backhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-show-looking-back--56655819
        September is Recovery Month, so check out the resources and event links below, to get involved!

        #substanceusedisorder #indiana #indianapolis #marioncounty #recovery #recoveryispossible #samhsa #idoh #opiates #alcohol #fentanyl #narcan #overdose #shawnpneal

        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>        https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56655819Fri, 01 Sep 2023 01:55:23 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerIn this episode, the entire podcast team (Dean, Jodi, Shawn, Angela, and Mandy) share their perspectives and highlights from the first season of Beyond Substance Podcast. Listeners will learn more about each podcast team member's inspiration for...
        September is Recovery Month, so check out the resources and event links below, to get involved!

        #substanceusedisorder #indiana #indianapolis #marioncounty #recovery #recoveryispossible #samhsa #idoh #opiates #alcohol #fentanyl #narcan #overdose #shawnpneal

        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>        2577alcohol,fentanyl,idoh,indiana,indianapolis,marioncounty,narcan,opiates,overdose,recovery,recoveryispossible,samhsa,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorderfalse13full        Compassionate Pathways to Recoveryhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/compassionate-pathways-to-recovery--56330684Guests:
        • Dr. Melissa Cyders earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kentucky in 2009. She has been a faculty member in Psychology at IUPUI since 2009 and is the Director of Clinical Training for Clinical Psychology PhD program at IUPUI. Her research focuses on how impulsivity and its neurocognitive functions underlie risk-taking, with a special focus on alcohol and substance use disorder.
        • Dr. Melissa Fry is Director of the Applied Research and Education Center (AREC) and Associate Professor of Sociology at IU Southeast. At the AREC, Dr. Fry and a team of research assistants conduct community-based research and evaluation, including several projects in prevention and treatment of substance use disorder, and integration of primary and behavioral health care services with treatment for substance use disorders. Dr. Fry worked as a behavioral health case manager in a community mental health center and wrote her dissertation on case management in behavioral health and aging services. Her work focuses on identifying and pursuing leverage points for systems change.
        • Danielle Burkett has been a Certified Peer Recovery Coach since the end of 2016 and is in long term recovery herself. Since March of 2022 she has been recovering from a stroke but decided to finish school and got her Master’s in social work in April 2023. Danielle’s passion lies with youth and the incarcerated. Danielle has worked inside 3 county jails and 1 work release since she has become a Peer Recovery Coach. This year marks 8 years that she has been out of the justice system. From 12 years old to 35, she struggled with staying out of the justice system because of her addiction to substances. Since the stroke, she didn’t have the internal barriers from her trauma, so she founded the non-profit, Unlikely Journeys, Inc, in August 2022 to help youth in the justice system with their trauma.

        Resources:

        #substanceusedisorder #indianapolis #indy #marioncounty #opioidusedisorder #recovery #recoveryispossible #iupui #alcohol #oud #sud #indianauniversity #iu #behavioralhealth #sociology #MAT #medicationassistedtreatment #moud #ShawnPNeal

        Podcast Information:
        Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

        Topics:
        Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

        Hashtags:
        #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>        https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56330684Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:14:05 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller Guests: - Dr. Melissa Cyders earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kentucky in 2009. She has been a faculty member in Psychology at IUPUI since 2009 and is the Director of Clinical Training for Clinical Psychology PhD program...Guests:
        • Dr. Melissa Cyders earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kentucky in 2009. She has been a faculty member in Psychology at IUPUI since 2009 and is the Director of Clinical Training for Clinical Psychology PhD program at IUPUI. Her research focuses on how impulsivity and its neurocognitive functions underlie risk-taking, with a special focus on alcohol and substance use disorder.
        • Dr. Melissa Fry is Director of the Applied Research and Education Center (AREC) and Associate Professor of Sociology at IU Southeast. At the AREC, Dr. Fry and a team of research assistants conduct community-based research and evaluation, including several projects in prevention and treatment of substance use disorder, and integration of primary and behavioral health care services with treatment for substance use disorders. Dr. Fry worked as a behavioral health case manager in a community mental health center and wrote her dissertation on case management in behavioral health and aging services. Her work focuses on identifying and pursuing leverage points for systems change.
        • Danielle Burkett has been a Certified Peer Recovery Coach since the end of 2016 and is in long term recovery herself. Since March of 2022 she has been recovering from a stroke but decided to finish school and got her Master’s in social work in April 2023. Danielle’s passion lies with youth and the incarcerated. Danielle has worked inside 3 county jails and 1 work release since she has become a Peer Recovery Coach. This year marks 8 years that she has been out of the justice system. From 12 years old to 35, she struggled with staying out of the justice system because of her addiction to substances. Since the stroke, she didn’t have the internal barriers from her trauma, so she founded the non-profit, Unlikely Journeys, Inc, in August 2022 to help youth in the justice system with their trauma.

        Resources:

        #substanceusedisorder #indianapolis #indy #marioncounty #opioidusedisorder #recovery #recoveryispossible #iupui #alcohol #oud #sud #indianauniversity #iu #behavioralhealth #sociology #MAT #medicationassistedtreatment #moud #ShawnPNeal

        Podcast Information:
        • Hosted by: Dean Babcock & Jodi Miller
        • "A Look at the Numbers" Host: Allie Martin
        • Executive Producer: 3086alcohol,behavioralhealth,indianapolis,indianauniversity,indy,iu,iupui,marioncounty,mat,medicationassistedtreatment,moud,opioidusedisorder,oud,recovery,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,sociology,substanceusedisorder,sudfalse12fullWhy Advocacy Mattershttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-advocacy-matters--55636905Guests:
          • Stephen McCaffrey earned his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, and been with Mental Health America of Indiana since 1991. McCaffrey is a recipient of the Webster-Kipfer Award for special achievement in public policy advocacy, former vice chairman for public affairs at the National Mental Health Association, former member of the board of directors at the National Mental Health Association, and former board member at the American Society of Mental Health Association Professionals. McCaffrey was named to the national directory of Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals and by the Indiana Business Journal as a member of Who’s Who in Indiana Health Care. McCaffrey received gubernatorial appointments to the Indiana Mental Health Commission and the Medicaid Quality Advisory Committee. McCaffrey served as chair of the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Advisory Committee.
          • Stephanie L. Anderson, LCSW is the Chief Operating Officer for MHAI. Stephanie holds bachelor’s degrees in both Criminal Justice and Ballet from Indiana University. She received her Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis, where she specialized in working with at-risk, delinquent youth and their families. As the Deputy Director of Adult Mental Health and Addiction Services at DMHA she was responsible for leading Division initiatives related to Adult Forensic Populations, Serious Mental Illness, Addiction Treatment, State Opioid Treatment Programs, Services for Homeless Populations and Veterans, and Emergency Preparedness. In her role as the Executive Director of Addiction Recovery Services for the IDOC, Stephanie and her team led the transformation of Addiction Recovery Services in all State-run correctional facilities and was responsible for ongoing clinical addiction treatment, addiction recovery programming, and the integration of addiction treatment with mental health and physical health services for the Department.

          Resources:
          #policy #senate #substanceusedisorder #mentalhealth #addiction #homeless #purdue #purdueuniversity #indiana #indianapolis #recovery #recoveryispossible #addiction #alcohol #opoid #advocacy #ShawnPNeal

          Podcast Information:
          Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

          Topics:
          Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

          Hashtags:
          #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>          https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55636905Fri, 30 Jun 2023 20:06:45 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerFor this episode of Beyond Substance we will be learning about Mental Health America of Indiana (MHAI) and how this organization is working to improve mental health care for Hoosiers through advocacy efforts. Guests: - Stephen McCaffrey earned his...Guests:
          • Stephen McCaffrey earned his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis, and been with Mental Health America of Indiana since 1991. McCaffrey is a recipient of the Webster-Kipfer Award for special achievement in public policy advocacy, former vice chairman for public affairs at the National Mental Health Association, former member of the board of directors at the National Mental Health Association, and former board member at the American Society of Mental Health Association Professionals. McCaffrey was named to the national directory of Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals and by the Indiana Business Journal as a member of Who’s Who in Indiana Health Care. McCaffrey received gubernatorial appointments to the Indiana Mental Health Commission and the Medicaid Quality Advisory Committee. McCaffrey served as chair of the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Advisory Committee.
          • Stephanie L. Anderson, LCSW is the Chief Operating Officer for MHAI. Stephanie holds bachelor’s degrees in both Criminal Justice and Ballet from Indiana University. She received her Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis, where she specialized in working with at-risk, delinquent youth and their families. As the Deputy Director of Adult Mental Health and Addiction Services at DMHA she was responsible for leading Division initiatives related to Adult Forensic Populations, Serious Mental Illness, Addiction Treatment, State Opioid Treatment Programs, Services for Homeless Populations and Veterans, and Emergency Preparedness. In her role as the Executive Director of Addiction Recovery Services for the IDOC, Stephanie and her team led the transformation of Addiction Recovery Services in all State-run correctional facilities and was responsible for ongoing clinical addiction treatment, addiction recovery programming, and the integration of addiction treatment with mental health and physical health services for the Department.

          Resources:
          • Mental Health America of Indiana https://mhai.net/
            • Click on - Contact Us
            • Subscribe to MHAI's IN.session Newsletter by adding your email address
          • Indiana Addiction Issues Coalition https://www.recoveryindiana.org/
          • Find your Legislator - Indiana General Assembly https://iga.in.gov/legislative/find-legislators/
          • Indiana Behavioral Health Commission Report https://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/indiana-behavioral-health-commission/
          • 988 is a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress – whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress....]]>2204addiction,advocacy,alcohol,homeless,indiana,indianapolis,mentalhealth,opoid,policy,purdue,purdueuniversity,recovery,recoveryispossible,senate,substanceusedisorderfalse11fullSolving the Puzzle of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorderhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/solving-the-puzzle-of-mental-health-and-substance-use-disorder--54061175
            Guests:
            • Andy Chambers is an associate professor of psychiatry at IU School of Medicine where he is director of the Addiction Psychiatry Program at IU. His NIH-funded research has focused on understanding the biological connections between mental illness, adolescent neurodevelopment and addiction, and the discovery and delivery of novel integrative treatments for addictions and dual diagnosis disorders.
            • Sarah Gunther studied social work at IUPUI. She began her career with KEY in 2008 as a part-time warmline operator. She eventually became the Office Manager, and in March of 2019 was hired as Executive Director. Sarah strongly believes that recovery is not only possible but should be expected. She is inspired by the people she talked with on the warmline, by their strength and courage to reach out for help. Sarah works every day to reduce the shame and stigma of mental health conditions, and help people take charge of their wellness.


            Resources:
            • The Indiana Consultations for Healthcare providers in Addiction, Mental Health, and Perinatal (CHAMP) Psychiatry Program within Indiana University School of Medicine’s Department of Psychiatry is an innovative adult and perinatal psychiatry access program for any provider of adult healthcare. CHAMP offers a free statewide provider-to-provider phone consultation line, referral service and educational opportunities. The program is intended for use by any healthcare provider in Indiana who sees adult or perinatal patients experiencing mental health concerns and substance use disorders to directly speak with a psychiatrist about a specific patient case or general questions. Visit the link to enroll in CHAMP: https://medicine.iu.edu/psychiatry/clinical-care/integrated/champ
            • Indiana Council of Community Mental Health Centers (Indiana Council) is a professional trade association that serves the interests of 24 community-based mental health providers in Indiana. Their member agencies offer a full range of health services such as adult, child and adolescent behavioral, addiction treatment and other programs aimed at improving the lives of citizens in their home communities. Learn more at: https://www.indianacouncil.org/
            • KEY Consumer Organization is a mental health consumer-run organization based in Indianapolis, IN. KEY's mission is to empower others to find their resiliency, mental health, and wellness through education, advocacy, and support. Learn more at: https://www.keyconsumer.org/
            • 988 is a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress – whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. Learn more at: https://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/update-on-988-in-indiana/
            • NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Learn more at: https://www.nami.org/
            • Infographic on the Comorbidity: Substance Use and Other Mental Disorders from National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) (nih.gov)
            #substanceusedisorder #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #recovery #addiction #alcohol #syringe #drugs #depression #ptsd #cooccuringdisorder #mentalhealthawareness #stigma #stigmafree #recoveryispossible #publichealth #ShawnPNeal

            Podcast Information:
            Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

            Topics:
            Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

            Hashtags:
            #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>            https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54061175Thu, 01 Jun 2023 02:10:58 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerFor this episode of Beyond Substance we will be learning about dual diagnosis also known as co-occurring conditions, which is the diagnosis of both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder. This can be tricky to navigate since the...
            Guests:
            • Andy Chambers is an associate professor of psychiatry at IU School of Medicine where he is director of the Addiction Psychiatry Program at IU. His NIH-funded research has focused on understanding the biological connections between mental illness, adolescent neurodevelopment and addiction, and the discovery and delivery of novel integrative treatments for addictions and dual diagnosis disorders.
            • Sarah Gunther studied social work at IUPUI. She began her career with KEY in 2008 as a part-time warmline operator. She eventually became the Office Manager, and in March of 2019 was hired as Executive Director. Sarah strongly believes that recovery is not only possible but should be expected. She is inspired by the people she talked with on the warmline, by their strength and courage to reach out for help. Sarah works every day to reduce the shame and stigma of mental health conditions, and help people take charge of their wellness.


            Resources:
            • The Indiana Consultations for Healthcare providers in Addiction, Mental Health, and Perinatal (CHAMP) Psychiatry Program within Indiana University School of Medicine’s Department of Psychiatry is an innovative adult and perinatal psychiatry access program for any provider of adult healthcare. CHAMP offers a free statewide provider-to-provider phone consultation line, referral service and educational opportunities. The program is intended for use by any healthcare provider in Indiana who sees adult or perinatal patients experiencing mental health concerns and substance use disorders to directly speak with a psychiatrist about a specific patient case or general questions. Visit the link to enroll in CHAMP: https://medicine.iu.edu/psychiatry/clinical-care/integrated/champ
            • Indiana Council of Community Mental Health Centers (Indiana Council) is a professional trade association that serves the interests of 24 community-based mental health providers in Indiana. Their member agencies offer a full range of health services such as adult, child and adolescent behavioral, addiction treatment and other programs aimed at improving the lives of citizens in their home communities. Learn more at: https://www.indianacouncil.org/
            • KEY Consumer Organization is a mental health consumer-run organization based in Indianapolis, IN. KEY's mission is to empower others to find their resiliency, mental health, and wellness through education, advocacy, and support. Learn more at: https://www.keyconsumer.org/
            • 988 is a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress – whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. Learn more at: https://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/update-on-988-in-indiana/
            • NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Learn more at: 2312addiction,alcohol,cooccuringdisorder,depression,drugs,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,mentalhealthmatters,ptsd,publichealth,recovery,recoveryispossible,shawnpneal,stigma,stigmafree,substanceusedisorder,syringefalse10fullHealthcare Perspectiveshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healthcare-perspectives--53704453Guests: 
              • Virginia A. Caine, MD is the Director and Chief Medical Officer of the Marion County Public Health Department. She is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine Infectious Diseases Division. She served as a Past President for American Public Health Association, the nation’s oldest and largest public health organization. She received the BioCrossroads “2017 August M. Watanabe Life Sciences Champion of the Year” Award. In 2020, the Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) named her as one of 40 Influential People of the past 40 years, as they celebrated 40 Years of Progress in Indianapolis. She was awarded Governor Holcomb’s 2021 Circle of Corydon Award. She is Chair of the Indiana Clinical and Translational Science Institute External Advisory Board and member of Regenstrief Institute. She is a founding member of the Indiana Health Information Exchange. She is Chair of the National Medical Association Infectious Diseases Section, Co‐Chair of the NMA HIV/AIDS Section, and member of the National Medical Association COVID‐19 Task Force. She is a member of the Indiana COVID Vaccine Allocation and Distribution Workgroup and board member of the CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Editorial Board. She is the Chair of the Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Advisory Committee. She chairs the Managed Emergency Surge of Healthcare (MESH) Coalition, a nonprofit public‐private partnership addressing emergency preparedness in Marion County, Indiana. She is the Chair of ‘Jump IN for Healthy Kids’, which addresses childhood obesity. She is a past member of the National Biodefense Science Board, which provides guidance to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Assistant Secretary of Preparedness. She is currently a member of the CDC’s Board of Scientific Counselors, Deputy Director for Infectious Diseases (BSC, DDID); one of CDC’s 19 federal advisory committees. 

              • Natasha “Tasha Marie” Cheatham is a Social Entrepreneur from Nap (Indianapolis, IN), who specializes in embracing the simplicity of life through her businesses, Intimate Oasis and Minority Recovery Collective Inc. (MRCI, “mercy”). With over 15 years of life and work experience, Natasha focuses on addressing cultural and family dynamics along with systemic barriers to address the root cause(s) of addiction, mental illness, and mindless violence in Black communities. 

              Resources:
              #substanceusedisorder #substanceuse #recovery #recoveryispossible #indy #indianapolis #indiana #ShawnPNeal

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53704453Mon, 01 May 2023 11:54:21 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerGuests:  - Virginia A. Caine, MD is the Director and Chief Medical Officer of the Marion County Public Health Department. She is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine Infectious Diseases Division. She served as a...Guests: 
              • Virginia A. Caine, MD is the Director and Chief Medical Officer of the Marion County Public Health Department. She is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine Infectious Diseases Division. She served as a Past President for American Public Health Association, the nation’s oldest and largest public health organization. She received the BioCrossroads “2017 August M. Watanabe Life Sciences Champion of the Year” Award. In 2020, the Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) named her as one of 40 Influential People of the past 40 years, as they celebrated 40 Years of Progress in Indianapolis. She was awarded Governor Holcomb’s 2021 Circle of Corydon Award. She is Chair of the Indiana Clinical and Translational Science Institute External Advisory Board and member of Regenstrief Institute. She is a founding member of the Indiana Health Information Exchange. She is Chair of the National Medical Association Infectious Diseases Section, Co‐Chair of the NMA HIV/AIDS Section, and member of the National Medical Association COVID‐19 Task Force. She is a member of the Indiana COVID Vaccine Allocation and Distribution Workgroup and board member of the CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Editorial Board. She is the Chair of the Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Advisory Committee. She chairs the Managed Emergency Surge of Healthcare (MESH) Coalition, a nonprofit public‐private partnership addressing emergency preparedness in Marion County, Indiana. She is the Chair of ‘Jump IN for Healthy Kids’, which addresses childhood obesity. She is a past member of the National Biodefense Science Board, which provides guidance to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Assistant Secretary of Preparedness. She is currently a member of the CDC’s Board of Scientific Counselors, Deputy Director for Infectious Diseases (BSC, DDID); one of CDC’s 19 federal advisory committees. 

              • Natasha “Tasha Marie” Cheatham is a Social Entrepreneur from Nap (Indianapolis, IN), who specializes in embracing the simplicity of life through her businesses, Intimate Oasis and Minority Recovery Collective Inc. (MRCI, “mercy”). With over 15 years of life and work experience, Natasha focuses on addressing cultural and family dynamics along with systemic barriers to address the root cause(s) of addiction, mental illness, and mindless violence in Black communities. 

              Resources:
              #substanceusedisorder #substanceuse #recovery #recoveryispossible #indy #indianapolis #indiana #ShawnPNeal

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education
              2543healthdisparities,indiana,indianapolis,indy,poverty,recovery,recoveryispossible,safesyringe,shawnpneal,substanceuse,substanceusedisorderfalse9full              The Power of a Mother's Lovehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-a-mother-s-love--53407160
              Guests:
              • Justin Phillips, MA and White House Champion of Change for Advocacy, Prevention and Treatment is the Founder and Executive Director of Overdose Lifeline, Inc. (ODL) ODL is a non-profit dedicated to reducing the stigma of substance use disorder and preventing deaths resulting from opioid overdose. Justin holds a Master’s in Clinical Addition Counseling and a Master's degree in philanthropic studies and nonprofit management. Justin is also certified in the Grief Recovery Method.® Justin is a featured speaker on the national, regional, and local circuit.
              • Alfarena T. McGinty, MBA (Alfie) has been with the Marion County Coroner’s Office for over 25 years and has served as Chief Deputy for 17 years. As Chief Deputy Coroner, she is responsible for the agency operations, including overseeing over 4000 death investigations annually. Alfie was responsible for alerting officials at the start of the opioid epidemic and has maintained a passion for identifying the ever-changing unfortunate trends and working to decrease deaths by working with various agencies to address prevention efforts. Alfie serves on the board or directors of Overdose Lifeline, Mental Health America, Indianapolis, and the International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners. Alfie is an adjunct faculty member at IUPUI, teaching Death Investigations. Alfie is married with 5 children. Alfie lost her son Jimmy in July 2021 of a fentanyl overdose.


              Resources:
              #substanceusedisorder #substanceuse #narcan #overdose #publicsafety #supportprogram #supportgroup #indiana #indianapolis

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53407160Fri, 31 Mar 2023 22:29:53 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerFor this episode of Beyond Substance we will hear from two inspirational women who each lost a son to a drug overdose event. Justin and Alfie have channeled their pain into helping people with substance use disorder and their families resulting in...
              Guests:
              • Justin Phillips, MA and White House Champion of Change for Advocacy, Prevention and Treatment is the Founder and Executive Director of Overdose Lifeline, Inc. (ODL) ODL is a non-profit dedicated to reducing the stigma of substance use disorder and preventing deaths resulting from opioid overdose. Justin holds a Master’s in Clinical Addition Counseling and a Master's degree in philanthropic studies and nonprofit management. Justin is also certified in the Grief Recovery Method.® Justin is a featured speaker on the national, regional, and local circuit.
              • Alfarena T. McGinty, MBA (Alfie) has been with the Marion County Coroner’s Office for over 25 years and has served as Chief Deputy for 17 years. As Chief Deputy Coroner, she is responsible for the agency operations, including overseeing over 4000 death investigations annually. Alfie was responsible for alerting officials at the start of the opioid epidemic and has maintained a passion for identifying the ever-changing unfortunate trends and working to decrease deaths by working with various agencies to address prevention efforts. Alfie serves on the board or directors of Overdose Lifeline, Mental Health America, Indianapolis, and the International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners. Alfie is an adjunct faculty member at IUPUI, teaching Death Investigations. Alfie is married with 5 children. Alfie lost her son Jimmy in July 2021 of a fentanyl overdose.


              Resources:
              #substanceusedisorder #substanceuse #narcan #overdose #publicsafety #supportprogram #supportgroup #indiana #indianapolis

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              3292indiana,indianapolis,narcan,overdose,publicsafety,substanceuse,substanceusedisorder,supportgroup,supportprogramfalse8full              Preventing Infection and Engagement in Carehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preventing-infection-and-engagement-in-care--52892158
              Hosted By Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller

              Guests:
                • Madison Weintraut is the Assistant Administrator of Infectious Disease at Marion County Public Health Department. Madison’s passion for the intersect of hepatitis C and substance use disorder placed her at the forefront of efforts to establish Indianapolis’ first legal syringe services program in 2018. The Safe Syringe Access and Support program has since served nearly 2000 unique clients on their path to health and wellness.
                • John Lee is credentialed as a CAPRC II-FS/GS, CCHW, and is currently continuing his education in Addiction Studies through Ivy Tech Community College. As a person in long term recovery from Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder, John works to promote Recovery and advocates for others suffering from the same stigma-related issues he dealt with in his journey. His personal experiences are what motivate him and his work in the recovery field.

              Resources: 

              #substanceusedisorder #syringe #harmreduction #indianapolis #indy #indiana #marioncounty #publichealth #publichealthdepartment #sud #addiction #recovery #recoveryispossible #drugtesting #saferuse #heroin #naloxone #weed #cocaine #mentalhealth #narcan #overdoseprevention #opioidcrisis #overdoseawareness #drugpolicy #endthestigma

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52892158Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:31:28 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerFor this episode of Beyond Substance we will focus on what harm reduction efforts look like in Marion County, Indiana.  Hosted By Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller Guests: - - Madison Weintraut is the Assistant Administrator of Infectious Disease...
              Hosted By Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller

              Guests:
                • Madison Weintraut is the Assistant Administrator of Infectious Disease at Marion County Public Health Department. Madison’s passion for the intersect of hepatitis C and substance use disorder placed her at the forefront of efforts to establish Indianapolis’ first legal syringe services program in 2018. The Safe Syringe Access and Support program has since served nearly 2000 unique clients on their path to health and wellness.
                • John Lee is credentialed as a CAPRC II-FS/GS, CCHW, and is currently continuing his education in Addiction Studies through Ivy Tech Community College. As a person in long term recovery from Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder, John works to promote Recovery and advocates for others suffering from the same stigma-related issues he dealt with in his journey. His personal experiences are what motivate him and his work in the recovery field.

              Resources: 

              #substanceusedisorder #syringe #harmreduction #indianapolis #indy #indiana #marioncounty #publichealth #publichealthdepartment #sud #addiction #recovery #recoveryispossible #drugtesting #saferuse #heroin #naloxone #weed #cocaine #mentalhealth #narcan #overdoseprevention #opioidcrisis #overdoseawareness #drugpolicy #endthestigma

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              2474addiction,cocaine,drugtesting,harmreduction,heroin,indiana,indianapolis,indy,marioncounty,mentalhealth,naloxone,publichealth,publichealthdepartment,recovery,recoveryispossible,saferuse,substanceusedisorder,sud,syringe,weedfalse7full              Difficult Discussions: Your Teen and Substance Use Disorderhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/difficult-discussions-your-teen-and-substance-use-disorder--52601727
              Guests:
              • Chris and Sarah Platt share their family's journey of a father and daughter relationship dealing with the challenges of substance use disorder in adolescence.
              • Dr. Zachary Adams is a clinical psychologist and works for Indiana University School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry. He also works as a psychologist with IU Health Riley Hospital for the adolescent dual diagnosis program, where they take care of adolescents and families with co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns.


              Resources:
              #addiction #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #recovery #teenmentalhealth #mentalhealth

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52601727Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:48:15 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerFor this episode of Beyond Substance we will focus on substance use disorder in adolescent populations and hear about one family's journey to recovery. Guests: - Chris and Sarah Platt share their family's journey of a father and daughter...
              Guests:
              • Chris and Sarah Platt share their family's journey of a father and daughter relationship dealing with the challenges of substance use disorder in adolescence.
              • Dr. Zachary Adams is a clinical psychologist and works for Indiana University School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry. He also works as a psychologist with IU Health Riley Hospital for the adolescent dual diagnosis program, where they take care of adolescents and families with co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns.


              Resources:
              #addiction #SubstanceUseDisorder #SUD #recovery #teenmentalhealth #mentalhealth

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              2653addiction,mentalhealth,recovery,substanceusedisorder,sud,teenmentalhealth,teensfalse6full              What's Stigma Got To Do With It?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-stigma-got-to-do-with-it--52324975Guests:
              • Kimberly Sharp RN – Director of Pain Management with Community Health Network. Kimberly works within her organization and with groups such as the Indianapolis Patient Safety Coalition on improving pain management care as it intersects with the disease of substance use disorder. Kimberly also serves as the chairman of the executive board for the Beech Grove Comprehensive Drug Free Coalition.
              • Kati Muller is in long-term recovery and is a stay-at-home mother to her 4 ½ year old daughter.  Kati and her daughter enjoy tie dying and have an online store on Etsy.


              Resources:
              ##substanceusedisorder #recovery #mentalhealth #ShawnPNeal

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52324975Sun, 01 Jan 2023 02:50:27 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerGuests: - Kimberly Sharp RN – Director of Pain Management with Community Health Network. Kimberly works within her organization and with groups such as the Indianapolis Patient Safety Coalition on improving pain management care as it intersects with...Guests:
              • Kimberly Sharp RN – Director of Pain Management with Community Health Network. Kimberly works within her organization and with groups such as the Indianapolis Patient Safety Coalition on improving pain management care as it intersects with the disease of substance use disorder. Kimberly also serves as the chairman of the executive board for the Beech Grove Comprehensive Drug Free Coalition.
              • Kati Muller is in long-term recovery and is a stay-at-home mother to her 4 ½ year old daughter.  Kati and her daughter enjoy tie dying and have an online store on Etsy.


              Resources:
              ##substanceusedisorder #recovery #mentalhealth #ShawnPNeal

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              2320mentalhealth,recovery,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorderfalse5full              Bringing Light To Law And Recoveryhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bringing-light-to-law-and-recovery--52070357
              Guests: 
              • Judge David Certo was appointed to the Marion Superior Court in 2007. He is currently assigned to a busy criminal court and hears low level felony and misdemeanor cases. He also leads the Indianapolis Veterans Court. Judge Certo regularly teaches other judges and lawyers about mental illness and substance abuse.
              • Gina Fears is the Assistant Director of Recovery and Community Services at PACE, Public Action in Correctional Effort in Marion County, Indiana. Gina has trained Peer to Peer Recovery Coaches across the state of Indiana for certification, including in IDOC therapeutic communities. She has partnered for research with IUPUI School of Public Health, studying the benefits of Peer to Peer Coaching with the PACE population. She also served as the first Program Coordinator for the newly created Mayor’s Office of Offender Re-entry during the Ballard administration.

              Resources:
              • Public Action in Correctional Effort (PACE) is an organization based in Indianapolis that ensures that people returning to the community from incarceration have the tools and resources to successfully re-enter; to promote public safety through effective re-entry; and to enhance community stabilization through reduced crime and increased productivity. Learn more about PACE and get connected at https://www.paceindy.org/
              • Horizon House supports our neighbors experiencing homelessness with integrated, comprehensive services so they can secure and maintain housing. Learn more here: https://www.horizonhouse.cc/
              • Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services for many emotional and behavioral problems. https://www.eskenazihealth.edu/mental-health
              • The Assessment & Intervention Center provides 24/7 assistance navigating mental health, addiction, homelessness and other socio-economic issues influencing an individual’s overall health and well-being. The AIC is FREE and can be utilized by any Marion County resident https://www.indy.gov/activity/resource-assessment-and-intervention-center


              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52070357Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:50:36 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerOn this episode, we take a look at the intersection of the judicial system and substance use disorder. Guests:  - Judge David Certo was appointed to the Marion Superior Court in 2007. He is currently assigned to a busy criminal court and hears low...
              Guests: 
              • Judge David Certo was appointed to the Marion Superior Court in 2007. He is currently assigned to a busy criminal court and hears low level felony and misdemeanor cases. He also leads the Indianapolis Veterans Court. Judge Certo regularly teaches other judges and lawyers about mental illness and substance abuse.
              • Gina Fears is the Assistant Director of Recovery and Community Services at PACE, Public Action in Correctional Effort in Marion County, Indiana. Gina has trained Peer to Peer Recovery Coaches across the state of Indiana for certification, including in IDOC therapeutic communities. She has partnered for research with IUPUI School of Public Health, studying the benefits of Peer to Peer Coaching with the PACE population. She also served as the first Program Coordinator for the newly created Mayor’s Office of Offender Re-entry during the Ballard administration.

              Resources:
              • Public Action in Correctional Effort (PACE) is an organization based in Indianapolis that ensures that people returning to the community from incarceration have the tools and resources to successfully re-enter; to promote public safety through effective re-entry; and to enhance community stabilization through reduced crime and increased productivity. Learn more about PACE and get connected at https://www.paceindy.org/
              • Horizon House supports our neighbors experiencing homelessness with integrated, comprehensive services so they can secure and maintain housing. Learn more here: https://www.horizonhouse.cc/
              • Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services for many emotional and behavioral problems. https://www.eskenazihealth.edu/mental-health
              • The Assessment & Intervention Center provides 24/7 assistance navigating mental health, addiction, homelessness and other socio-economic issues influencing an individual’s overall health and well-being. The AIC is FREE and can be utilized by any Marion County resident https://www.indy.gov/activity/resource-assessment-and-intervention-center


              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              2329addiction,dui,dwi,felony,misdemeanor,peersupport,recovery,stigma,substanceusedisorder,sudfalse4full              On The Front Line (Part 2)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-front-line-part-2--51743458
              Dr. Tyler Stepsis, Eskenazi Health Emergency Department

              Dee Oliphant, RN, Eskenazi Health Emergency Department

              Diane Buxton, Midwestern Regional Coordinator Contractor for Parents of Addicted Loved Ones



              For this episode of Beyond Substance we are focusing our attention on those people who work on the frontline helping persons with substance use disorder in an emergency department setting.



              Resources:

              The Assessment & Intervention Center provides 24/7 assistance navigating mental health, addiction, homelessness and other socio-economic issues influencing an individual’s overall health and well-being. The AIC is FREE and can be utilized by any Marion County resident https://www.indy.gov/activity/resource-assessment-and-intervention-center

              Project POINT (Planned Outreach, Intervention, Naloxone, and Treatment) is a program based in Eskenazi Hospital's emergency department. The program connects people with substance use disorder to peer recovery coaches and resources. To learn more about the program's history visit: Brandeis Opioid Resource Connector webpage at https://opioid-resource-connector.org/program-model/project-point-planned-outreach-intervention-naloxone-and-treatment

              Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) provides hope, through education and support, to parents of addicted loved ones. To learn more and find a support meeting near you, visit: https://palgroup.org/

              Indiana Overdose Prevention Dashboard: https://www.in.gov/health/overdose-prevention/data/indiana/

              CDC's Drug Overdose Surveillance Epidemiology (DOSE) Dashboard: https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/nonfatal/dashboard/index.html

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51743458Mon, 31 Oct 2022 21:03:38 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerGuests: Dr. Tyler Stepsis, Eskenazi Health Emergency Department Dee Oliphant, RN, Eskenazi Health Emergency Department Diane Buxton, Midwestern Regional Coordinator Contractor for Parents of Addicted Loved Ones For this episode of Beyond...
              Dr. Tyler Stepsis, Eskenazi Health Emergency Department

              Dee Oliphant, RN, Eskenazi Health Emergency Department

              Diane Buxton, Midwestern Regional Coordinator Contractor for Parents of Addicted Loved Ones



              For this episode of Beyond Substance we are focusing our attention on those people who work on the frontline helping persons with substance use disorder in an emergency department setting.



              Resources:

              The Assessment & Intervention Center provides 24/7 assistance navigating mental health, addiction, homelessness and other socio-economic issues influencing an individual’s overall health and well-being. The AIC is FREE and can be utilized by any Marion County resident https://www.indy.gov/activity/resource-assessment-and-intervention-center

              Project POINT (Planned Outreach, Intervention, Naloxone, and Treatment) is a program based in Eskenazi Hospital's emergency department. The program connects people with substance use disorder to peer recovery coaches and resources. To learn more about the program's history visit: Brandeis Opioid Resource Connector webpage at https://opioid-resource-connector.org/program-model/project-point-planned-outreach-intervention-naloxone-and-treatment

              Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) provides hope, through education and support, to parents of addicted loved ones. To learn more and find a support meeting near you, visit: https://palgroup.org/

              Indiana Overdose Prevention Dashboard: https://www.in.gov/health/overdose-prevention/data/indiana/

              CDC's Drug Overdose Surveillance Epidemiology (DOSE) Dashboard: https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/nonfatal/dashboard/index.html

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              2451addiction,firstresponder,mentalhealth,recovery,substanceusedisorder,sudfalse3full              On The Front Line (Part 1)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-front-line-part-1--51412346

              GUESTS:
              Shane Hardwick has over 25 years experience working as a community paramedic with Indianapolis Emergency Medical Service, and he has even worked on a SWAT Team as a medic. Shane currently is stationed in the Shalom Project at the Shepherd Community Center and works along-side as a partner with an IMPD Law Enforcement Officer.

              Cynthia Schwomeyer has many years experience working in the mental health field. She currently works as a Crisis Specialist at The Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center in a project called MCAT, The Mobile Crisis Assistance Team out of, and in partnership with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s Southeast District. She is also a certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer and participates in the city’s Critical Incident Training Initiative for law enforcement and other first responders.

              Rebekah Gorrell is the manager of the Indiana Recovery Network where she helped create and implement the largest recovery service network in the state of Indiana


              RESOURCES


              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51412346Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:00:02 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThis is part 1 of 2 of a series called "On the Front Line". For this episode of Beyond Substance we are focusing our attention on those people who work on the frontline helping people with substance use disorder in the community. We will be featuring...

              GUESTS:
              Shane Hardwick has over 25 years experience working as a community paramedic with Indianapolis Emergency Medical Service, and he has even worked on a SWAT Team as a medic. Shane currently is stationed in the Shalom Project at the Shepherd Community Center and works along-side as a partner with an IMPD Law Enforcement Officer.

              Cynthia Schwomeyer has many years experience working in the mental health field. She currently works as a Crisis Specialist at The Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center in a project called MCAT, The Mobile Crisis Assistance Team out of, and in partnership with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s Southeast District. She is also a certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer and participates in the city’s Critical Incident Training Initiative for law enforcement and other first responders.

              Rebekah Gorrell is the manager of the Indiana Recovery Network where she helped create and implement the largest recovery service network in the state of Indiana


              RESOURCES


              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention,...]]>              2490crime,druguse,emt,firstresponder,healthcare,heroin,indiana,indianapolis,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,narcan,shawnpneal,substanceusedisorder,sudfalse2full              When Tragedy Sparks Hopehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-tragedy-sparks-hope--51098861

              GUESTS:
              Dr. Dan O’Donnell is the Chief of the Indianapolis Emergency Medical Service, an Associate Clinical Professor at the Indiana University Department of Emergency Medicine and a practicing physician at Eskenazi Hospital.

              Dr. Leslie Hulvershorn, Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Riley Hospital, Chair of Department of Psychiatry at the IU School of Medicine and serves as the contracted Medical Director for Indiana’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction

              Kim Manlove, a father who lost his son to a substance use-related death. Kim will share his story and how this incredible tragedy sparked hope for others through pioneering peer recovery coaching in Indiana.


              RESOURCES
              - Recovery Assist Platform a directory of services for persons with substance use disorder in Marion County and surrounding areas.

              - Adolescent Addiction Access Program | Psychiatry | IU School of Medicine Physician to physician support line open during business hours to help providers who are working with patients with addiction issues. This resource is only available to healthcare providers​

              - Indiana's Recovery Hub : Indiana Recovery Network

              - THE 24 GROUP

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51098861Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:33:46 +0000Dean Babcock and Jodi MillerThe fact is, overdoses have increased. In today’s episode, we're going to take a look at two sides of the same coin and what substance use and overdose look like from those who are working in the field and what we experience when we are personally...

              GUESTS:
              Dr. Dan O’Donnell is the Chief of the Indianapolis Emergency Medical Service, an Associate Clinical Professor at the Indiana University Department of Emergency Medicine and a practicing physician at Eskenazi Hospital.

              Dr. Leslie Hulvershorn, Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Riley Hospital, Chair of Department of Psychiatry at the IU School of Medicine and serves as the contracted Medical Director for Indiana’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction

              Kim Manlove, a father who lost his son to a substance use-related death. Kim will share his story and how this incredible tragedy sparked hope for others through pioneering peer recovery coaching in Indiana.


              RESOURCES
              - Recovery Assist Platform a directory of services for persons with substance use disorder in Marion County and surrounding areas.

              - Adolescent Addiction Access Program | Psychiatry | IU School of Medicine Physician to physician support line open during business hours to help providers who are working with patients with addiction issues. This resource is only available to healthcare providers​

              - Indiana's Recovery Hub : Indiana Recovery Network

              - THE 24 GROUP

              Podcast Information:
              Beyond Substance explores substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, public health, and the people working to build healthier communities through informed conversations and evidence-based perspectives.

              Topics:
              Substance Use, Recovery, Prevention, Public Health, Mental Health, Community Health, Healthcare, Education

              Hashtags:
              #BeyondSubstance #SubstanceUse #Recovery #RecoveryMatters #Prevention #PublicHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #HealthEducation]]>              2590addiction,alcohol,drugs,marijauna,opioid,pot,recovery,substance,substanceuse,sud,treatmentfalse1full