Recovery Matters

Recovery Matters

Recovery Matters is an Isaiah House podcast that shares powerful stories of recovery and testimonies of hope. Each episode brings you firsthand accounts from those who’ve walked the path to recovery, along with insights from experts on various topics related to addiction and healing.

Episodes

Episode 11: Testimony, Melanie Vincent & Heather West

October 15, 2024 • 39 mins
In this episode of Recovery Matters, we hear from Melanie Vincent and Heather West, both leaders at our Versailles Women’s Center. Melanie, a military veteran and mother, overcame years of homelessness to find sobriety and restore her family relationships. Heather shares her journey of overcoming homelessness and hopelessness, finding peace and purpose through God’s grace. Tune in to hear their inspiring stories of recovery.
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Episode 10: Testimony, Taneele Smith & Samantha Whalen

October 8, 2024 • 55 mins
In this episode of Recovery Matters, hear the powerful stories of Taneele Smith and Samantha Whalen, both staff members at our Versailles Women’s Center. Taneele shares how her faith and past experiences, including incarceration, shaped her journey to sobriety. Samantha, sober since 2022, overcame addiction and now finds purpose in helping women like her. Tune in to hear how both women are using their stories to inspire hope and re...
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Episode 9: Laura Carr, Lexington Rescue Mission

October 1, 2024 • 49 mins
As Executive Director of the Lexington Rescue Mission, Laura Carr is in an unique, close-up position to witness to those suffering on the streets of Lexington.  A mission begun by her parents in 2001, Laura is continuing her family's faith work in witnessing and bringing help to those suffering.  Starting in September of 2024, the Lexington Rescue Mission and Isaiah House teamed up to begin offering behavioral health and primary ca...
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Episode 8: Testimony, Christina Callahan & Dianne

September 24, 2024 • 33 mins
In this episode of Recovery Matters, we hear the inspiring stories of Christina Callahan and Dianne. Christina, an Isaiah House graduate, overcame homelessness and found hope in recovery. Today, she serves as a kitchen assistant, using her journey to uplift others. Dianne shares her battle with addiction from a young age and how, through faith and perseverance, she is working to overcome her past and build a brighter future.
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Episode 7: Carl Varney, Operation UNITE

September 17, 2024 • 81 mins
Carl Varney is Area Prevention Coordinator and Expansion Coordinator with Operation UNITE and if you have a child in the 5th Congressional District of Kentucky he has probably spoken at your child's school.  A person in long term recovery, Carl has worked for UNITE for 12 years working with prevention programs with kids in Eastern Kentucky and his infectuous personality and humor connects with kids in a way few can.  In this episod...
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Episode 6: Testimony, Lilian Pyles & Trent Murphy

September 10, 2024 • 53 mins
In this episode of Recovery Matters, hear from two Isaiah House graduates, Trent Murphy and Lilly Pyles as they share their powerful stories of recovery. Join us as they discuss their journeys and the impact of God’s grace on their lives.
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Episode 5: Tara Hyde

September 5, 2024 • 75 mins
Tara Hyde is a woman of many labels.  As CEO of People Advocating in Recovery, she has multiple degrees, is an executive, an advocate, policymaker, and champion for people in recovery.  Tara is in the mix of every issue touching substance use, harm reduction, and recovery in Kentucky at the state and local levels.  She is also a person in long-term recovery.  This episode's interview with Brian is wide ranging, full of information ...
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Episode 4: Testimony, Drake Frazier & Louis Anderson

September 3, 2024 • 45 mins
It's Testimony Tuesday! Today, we bring you two powerful stories of resilience and hope. Drake Frazier and Louis Anderson, Peer Support Specialists at our Willisburg campus, share their unique journeys through addiction and recovery. Tune in to hear how their experiences have shaped their lives and their commitment to helping others.
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Episode 3: Shad Hollis

August 29, 2024 • 42 mins
Today's testimony is from Shad Hollis, a person in long term recovery.  Shad's life growing up in Oklahoma City was alot like everyone else's, until tragedy hit his family.  Listen to Shad sharing what happens when a family with some dysfunction collapses under pressure, with tragic results for everyone.
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Episode 2: Testimony, Carie Jones & Trisha Goode

August 27, 2024 • 27 mins
Tune in for two powerful stories from these amazing Isaiah House graduates! Carie Jones, Lead Cook, and Trisha Goode, Registered Nurse, share how recovery has led them to rediscovering purpose and finding hope!
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Episode 1: Jason Mullins

August 15, 2024 • 86 mins
Welcome to Recovery Matters, the Isaiah House podcast! In our first episode, Brian Privett interviews Jason Mullins, Vice President of Program Operations at Isaiah House. With over 8 years in recovery, Jason shares his inspiring journey and theimpact of his path to sobriety. Tune in for a story of resilience and hope.
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