Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution

Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution

Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution with Caddy Frink. Join us for conversations about Substance Use Disorder and the journey to recovery. Host Caddy is an advocate for long-term recovery, bring her experience from Minnesota Recovery Connection, an organization committed to embracing diverse paths to healing. Discover the significance of honoring all pathways and why it’s crucial in our journey towards recovery. Historically, people with SUD (substance use disorder) are categorized and treated uniformly into the same category and given the same treatment. However, our discussions shed light on the evolving landscape of recovery, emphasizing the diverse stories and unique support needed for success. Through candid conversations with those who have triumphed over substance use, we explore the transformations within the recovery community and the varied route to finding healing. Tune in as we delve into topics such as Harm Reduction and strategies for supporting individuals na

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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 84: New Look, Same Mission: Minnesota Recovery Connection Rebrands

December 29, 2025 • 45 mins
Host Caddy Frink is joined by Darnell Cox, the Operations Director for Minnesota Recovery Connection, to discuss the organization’s recent rebranding and new website launch. They explore the vital role of peer-to-peer support and provide a comprehensive guide to various Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs) across Minnesota. The conversation highlights how these diverse organizations offer unique…
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 83: From Opioid Addiction to Recovery Corps Manager

December 15, 2025 • 35 mins
Caddy Frink sits down with Molly Posey, a Program Manager at Recovery Corps, to discuss her harrowing yet inspiring journey through addiction, which began in high school and spiraled into a severe opioid dependency that cost her custody of her children. Molly shares a raw and honest account of her troubled relationships, lack of family…
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 82: Navigating Holidays and Winter in Recovery

December 8, 2025 • 45 mins
You’ll hear Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp dive into the holiday season, helping you navigate a time of year that can bring both joy and stress, especially if you’re part of the recovery community. They share practical tips, like how listening to uplifting music, enjoying a walk, or engaging in a new hobby can help…
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 81 (Encore): Holidays and Self Care

December 1, 2025 • 45 mins
This episode originally aired November 27, 2024: This week Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp have a pre-holiday conversation!
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 80: The Global Reach of Minnesota Recovery

November 24, 2025 • 45 mins
Caddy Frink and Cynthia Munguia, Executive Director of Minnesota Recovery Connection, share an exciting report from the Dominican Republic, where Cynthia introduced MRC’s peer recovery services to an international audience. They discuss the powerful need to share Minnesota’s “gold standard” recovery models globally, emphasizing that true wellness is a worldwide revolution. You’re also invited to…
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 79: The Caregiver’s Journey in Recovery

November 17, 2025 • 45 mins
Host Caddy Frink is joined by Patricia Carter, who shares her inspiring journey of 39 years in recovery and her work with the Minnesota Alliance of Recovery Community Organizations. They discuss the unique challenges of maintaining long-term recovery while navigating the emotional and physical demands of being a primary caregiver for an aging parent with…
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 78 (Encore): Colin Cash, Native American Recovery Conversation

November 10, 2025 • 45 mins
This episode originally aired May 31, 2025: Host Caddy Frink was joined by Colin Cash for a conversation about recovery within Native American communities. Collin is also the co-founder of Sober Squad.
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 77: Empowerment & Employment – How Twin Cities Rise Supports Recovery

November 3, 2025 • 45 mins
Sarah Kemp welcomes Leila Hussein and Alex Merrit from Twin Cities Rise to the show. They discuss their organization’s mission to end generational poverty through personal empowerment, career training, and meaningful employment. The conversation also highlights the program’s powerful impact on the recovery community, its “Fair Chance” hiring advocacy, and the importance of emotional intelligence…
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 76: Recovery, Motherhood, and Hope with Josie Olson

October 27, 2025 • 45 mins
On episode 76 of Redefining Recovery, host Caddy Frink sits down with Navigator peer Josie Olson. Josie shares her powerful journey of finding recovery, becoming a mother of two, and navigating the professional world with a justice-impacted past. She discusses her work in the Recovery Corps program and her goals of breaking generational curses and…
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 75: Housing Help and Community Support

October 18, 2025 • 44 mins
Caddy Frink welcomes back recovery navigator Rachel from Minnesota Recovery Connection. They discuss advocacy, focusing on Rachel’s personal story of securing housing while in recovery, which highlighted gaps in community services. Rachel shares how self-advocacy—a key to her success—led her to investigate and expose these service issues. She emphasizes that everyone, regardless of their struggle,…
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 74: Emanuel Roberts of Anything Helps

October 13, 2025 • 45 mins
On this episode of Redefining Recovery, host Caddy Frink is joined by Emanuel Roberts from the organization Anything Helps to share his story and discuss the mission of his work.
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 73: Farhia Budulf the Niyyah Recovery Initiative

October 4, 2025 • 45 mins
Host Caddy Frink sits down with Farhia Budul, founder of the Niyyah Recovery Initiative, to discuss tailored recovery services for the East African community.
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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 72: Finding Recovery and Community: Brianna Mitchell’s Story

September 29, 2025 • 45 mins
This week Sarah speaks with Brianna Mitchell about how she found her way to Minnesota Recovery Connection, her story about experiencing recovery and her work with Minnesota Recovery Connection’s peer advisory council.
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 71: Eddie Warner

September 22, 2025 • 45 mins
Eddie Warner joins Caddy to share his recovery journey.
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 70: Walk for Recovery 2025 and Rally (Caps) for Recovery!

September 8, 2025 • 45 mins
This week it’s all about previewing Minnesota Recovery Connection’s Walk for Recovery this Saturday, September 13th at 10 a.m. at the Minnesota State Capitol grounds! Learn more at: https://minnesotarecovery.org/walk/. Plus the Rally (Caps) for Recovery Minnesota Twins game on Tue., Sep. 16. Learn more at: https://minnesotarecovery.org/twins/
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 69: Joshua Fuss of Just Hope

August 25, 2025 • 45 mins
Caddy is joined by Josuhua Fuss of Just Hope, a St. Paul organization that helps people that are struggling with substance use disorder.
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 68: Becoming a Peer Recovery Specialist

August 18, 2025 • 45 mins
Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp dive into the transformative journey of what you truly gain from recovery, from developing patience with the process to retraining your brain for lasting change. They discuss the importance of personal empowerment in building a strong foundation for long-term success and share insights into how you can take your own…
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 67: Caddy and Sarah Return!

August 9, 2025 • 44 mins
Caddy Frink is joined by co-host Sarah Kemp to talk about perr advocacy and how Minnesota Recovery Connection can help you or a loved one.
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 66: Peer Recovery

August 4, 2025 • 45 mins
What really goes into peer recovery? Join Sarah Kemp and Darnell Cox as they explore the vital components of this powerful support system and the impact of one-on-one connections.
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Redefining Recovery Ep. 65: Supporting Minnesota Recovery Connection

July 28, 2025 • 45 mins
Caddy is joined by Cynthia Munguia, Executive Director of Minnesota Recovery Connection. They talk about the imortance of how Minnesota Recovery Connection helps those overcoming addiction and how you can support their work going forward. Donate today at: https://engage.minnesotarecovery.org/give/236716/#!/donation/checkout
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