Real Recovery Podcast
Real Recovery Podcast Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 99-1347297) that empowers, enlightens, and inspires those on their recovery journey by sharing authentic stories, practical advice, and community insights. We create a safe and engaging platform for individuals to find solace, strength, and solidarity. Our podcast demystifies the recovery process, celebrates progress, and fosters belonging among listeners. By amplifying diverse voices within the recovery community, Real Recovery aims to be a beacon of hope.
Episodes
RRP Episode 62 – Recovery Through Purpose: Scott’s Story of Mental Health and Redemption
Presenters: Julie and PeterLength: 1 hour, 45 minutes
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Summary:
Summary:
In this powerful episode, Scott Spicer shares his lived experience navigating a mood disorder, surviving a childhood traumatic brain injury, and working through the challenges of an under-resourced mental health system. Rather than identifying as a peer mentor, Scott des...
RRP Episode 61 - Kimberly's Journey: Healing from Family Addiction and Foster Care
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 11 minutes
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:01:45] Introduction to Kimberly and her early childhood experiences growing up in a home marked by addiction.
- [00:05...
Title: RRP Episode 60 – From Fentanyl to Freedom: Conard’s Journey Through Methadone, Identity, and Hope
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 5 minutes
Quote: “I couldn’t stop using. I couldn’t stop drinking. I hated myself... and I found people who told me that I was worth loving.” – Conard
Links:
Listening Link: https://mdcr1.com/60
Blog Link: https://mdcr1.com/60b
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Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:00:55] I...
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RRP Episode 59 – Camille’s 8-Year Sobriety Milestone and the Power of Partnership in Recovery
Presenters:
Julie and Peter
Length:
1 hour, 6 minutes
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:02:00] Kicking off at the Out in Recovery Conference, Camille shares a fun moment that reflects her vibrant spirit.
- [00:03:00] Camille reflects on her childhood, growing up with the loss of h...
Title:RRP Episode 58 – From Surviving to Serving: Nicole S.’s Journey Through Trauma and Recovery
Presenter: Julie and PeterLength: 59:02
Key Points:
Nicole opens up about a childhood marked by violence, addiction, and instability.
She shares how her first addiction wasn’t drugs, but the fast money of sex work.
Her drug use escalated quickly—within months she was using meth and heroin intravenously.
Nicole describes how a moment of truth...
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RRP Episode 57 – Paul L: High Expectations, Hidden Addiction, and a Spiritual Awakening
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 29 minutes
Listening Link: https://mdcr1.com/57
Blog Link: https://mdcr1.com/57b
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:01:00] Julie and Peter open the show and introduce Paul L
- [00:03:00] Paul and Julie reflect on early recovery connections and community
- [00:09:00] Paul describes his &...
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 36 minutes
In this heartfelt and transformative episode, Julie and Peter welcome Doyal Smith, Executive Director of Dual Diagnosis Anonymous of Oregon (DDA). Doyal recounts a deeply personal story of trauma, addiction, and the turning point that changed his life forever—sitting alone on a park b...
RRP Episode 55: Breaking the Chains of Criminal Addiction – How Crimanon Co-Founders Bear & Zane Built a Path to Recovery
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 27 minutes
Links to Websites Discussed:
- Crimanon Website: https://crimanon.org/
- Exc...
Title: RRP Episode 54.1: Uniting for Recovery – Reflections from Advocacy Day
Presenters: Julie, Peter, and Colette
Release Date: 3/19
Length: 52 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode Summary
In this special check-in episode, Julie, Peter, and Colette share their powerful experiences from Advocacy Day in Salem, Oregon. They reflect on what it means to stand up for recovery, the importance of engaging wi...
Title: RRP Episode 54 – Finding Strength in Recovery: Steve & Terri Harris on Love, Sobriety & Community
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Key Points:
- Steve and Terri share their personal journey through addiction and recovery, highlighting the challenges and triumphs they've experienced as a couple.
- The couple discusses the importance of support systems, including family, community, and truste...
Title: RRP Episode 53 - Darrell DuBois: Pioneering LGBTQ+ AA Recovery, The Live and Let Live Club & Surviving AIDS
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Links to Websites Discussed:
- Live and Let Live Club (AA) – https://liveandletliveclub.org/
- Portland Gay Men's Chorus – https://www.pdxgmc.org/
- Our House Portland – https://www.ourhouseofportland.org/
- Real Recovery Podcast – https://www.realrecoverypodc...
Title: RRP Episode 52: Celebrating 1 Year of Sobriety Stories – Al H. and Larry W. Share 90 Years of Recovery Wisdom
Presenters: Peter and Julie
Length: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Links to Websites Discussed:
Key Points with Time Stamps:
[00:01:00] – Celebrating a Year of Real Recovery Podcast: Peter and Julie reflect on the journey so far and the incredible milestone of completing 52 episodes—one episode every wee...
RRP Check-in 51.1 - One Year of Real Recovery: Milestones, Lessons, and Hope
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 40 minutes, 40 seconds
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:00:00] Introduction – Reflecting on one year of the Real Recovery Podcast
- [00:04:15] The emotional impact of guest stories an...
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RRP Episode 51 - Running Toward Hope: Valerie Martinez’s Story of Overcoming Addiction and Building a New Life
Presenter:
Peter and Julie
Length:
1 hour, 13 minutes
Key Points:
- [00:02:45] Introduction to Valerie Martinez and her journey from addiction to advocacy.
- [00:07:20] Valerie’s early struggles with addiction, growing up in a challenging environment.
- [00:13:30] Transitioning from family trauma to drug us...
RRP Episode 50 - Breaking Radio Silence: Lacy T’s Journey of Sobriety, Loss, and Strength
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1:20
Links to Websites Discussed:
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:01:30] Introduction to Lacy T and her connection to the recovery community
- [00:04:15] Life in radio and navigating addiction in an era of silence
- [00:09:10] Hitting rock bottom—realizing the need for change
- [00:17:45...
Title: RRP Episode 49 - A Mother's Journey Through Recovery with Megan S.
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:01:00] Introduction to Megan S. and her background in a family of addiction.
- [00:05:00] Early childhood experiences with addiction and survival mechanisms.
- [00:10:00] The impact of generational addiction and learning to cope.
- [00:15:00] The journe...
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: Approx. 1 hour, 5 minutes
In this Real Recovery Podcast Extra, we take you inside Oregon Recovers & Portland Advocacy Day in Salem, a pivotal event uniting recovery advocates, nonprofit leaders, and policymakers in the fight for better access to treatment, policy reform, and sustainabl...
Title: RRP Episode 48: Chris M’s Recovery Journey
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: Approximately 1 hour
Key Points with Time Stamps:
[00:01:34] Introduction to Chris M and his background. [00:05:20] Chris shares his early struggles with addiction, starting with college drinking and escalating to meth use. [00:10:45] The pivotal moment: faili...Show Notes for RRP Episode 47
Title: RRP Episode 47: Empowering Youth Through Recovery – Ashlie and 4D's Impact
Presenters: Julie and Peter
Length: 1 hour, 17 minutes
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:00:00] Introduction: Meet Ashlie, one of the youngest guests on the podcast, sharing her inspiring recovery journey and connection to 4D Recovery.
- [00:04:33] Growing up with addiction: Ashlie reflects on the challenges of...
Show Notes for Episode 46: Terry Leckron-Myers
Title: RRP 46 - Turning Trauma into Triumph with Terry Leckron-Myers
Presenters: Peter and Julie
Length: 1 hour, 21 minutes
Key Points with Time Stamps:
- [00:01:00] Introduction to Terry and her nearly 30 years of recovery, highlighting her advocacy and leadership at MHAAO.
- [00:10:30] Terry’s early struggles, from adoption challenges to navigating trauma and addiction.
- [00:...
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