Podcasts about henry's uncle

Isolation, quarantine, job loss, and financial hardships due to the Coronavirus pandemic is just too much for some people to handle. Lance Orton returns to discuss his road to recovery and comeback from opioid addiction by sharing steps to stay on track during COVID-19. To listen to Episode 7 - Mom’s medicine cabinet, suffering from opioid addiction, hitting rock bottom, and finding new meaning in life with Lance Orton, click here.For more information about Because People Matter, click here.For more information about Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org.Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle.For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.

Janie Gullickson is the Executive Director of the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon. Janie’s story includes drugs, alcohol, mental health, crime, and incarceration. Coming from privileged parents and a prominent community, she describes the impact on her own marriage and children. Janie continues her long-term road to recovery, has been sober since June 2008, and encourages people to support The Drug Addiction Treatment and Recovery Act, also known as IP44.  For more information about the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (MHAAO), click here. For more information about Peerpocalypse, click here. For more information on Initiative Petition (IP) 44, click here. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email: info@henrysuncle.org. Follow Henry’s Uncle on Instagram: @henrys_uncle. For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org.Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Lilli Kuechle, a Policy and Prevention Coordinator at Vibrant Future Coalition, talks about the amazing work the coalition is performing in spreading education and awareness about the potential dangers of drugs and alcohol. Lilli talks about the coalitions work in schools, talks policy in Oregon, and provides helpful advice on how parents should talk with their children about drugs and alcohol.For more information about Vibrant Future Coalition, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Honora Englander, M.D., an associate professor of medicine in the OHSU School of Medicine, is leading  a team of physicians, peer mentors, and social workers that are addressing the enormous gaps in substance use care. Known as PROJECT IMPACT, this team is helping patients with care, compassion, and empathy and treating addiction as the chronic brain disease it is. With a developed integrated care system, PROJECT IMPACT ensures each patient is given the resources for recovery. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Boulder Care, a digital clinic offering long-term support and treatment for opioid use disorder, is breaking down barriers for people suffering from an opioid use disorder. Did you know 40% of counties in the USA don't have a doctor who can prescribe buprenorphine? Patients in rural areas sometime have to drive hours just to see a doctor to get a prescription. Wouldn't it make sense if patients could access a doctor virtually in the comfort of their home?We talk with Stephanie Papes, Founder and CEO of Boulder Care, about the work they are doing that is transforming the ways people with an OUD can access treatment. Stephanie and her team are on a mission to help patients succeed on their  own terms. For more information about Boulder Care, click here.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Margaret was your typical high school teenager. She was smart, competitive, and won 4 State Championships in soccer during her high school career. After departing to college, Margaret was looking for an escape and found alcohol. Bouncing in and out rehab, Margaret finally found sobriety, but unfortunately, got hooked on Rx pain pills. After forging prescriptions for pain pills multiple times, the police finally cracked down and arrested her for identity theft. Margaret was sent to prison for one year, where she rehabilitated herself and found a new meaning in life. Listen to her incredible story and how she maintains sobriety today. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Se-ah-dom Edmo, Shoshone-Bannock, Nez Perce & Yakama, is Executive Director of the MRG Foundation and Co-Chair of Oregon Recovers. Addiction is all to familiar with her, as her father has suffered from alcoholism the most of her life. Instead of hiding the disease, Se-ah-dom's mother openly talked about their father's disease and educated the children about what the disease of addiction looks like and does.  To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Meth took everything from Michelle. As she says, "I was the poster child of Meth." During her sentencing, the judge said you can go to treatment in county jail for 6 months or go to jail for 10 years. Michelle took the 6 months, got sober, went to college, and is now working at GOBHI (Greater Oregon Behavior Health Inc.) to help others who are suffering from addiction. Michelle is now working on getting her PhD in addiction. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Erik Kilgore, Founder of Henry's Uncle, sits down with Gary Bloxom of Let's Talk Portland and talks about Henry's Uncle mission of ending the stigma around addiction. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

An interview with Erik Kilgore, founder of Henry's Uncle, a non-profit dedicated to ending the stigma of drug addiction.

On any given day, roughly 7,800 children in Oregon are in the foster care system. Nearly 500,000 children in the USA are in the foster care system. The increase in demand for foster care comes at a time when opioid deaths have surged. Or did you know, in America, 43% of children in a home are without a father? With such a burden on the foster care system, Valor Mentoring is striving to contest the effects of fatherlessness.   It is their belief that by mentoring through these avenues, men of all ages will be better equipped to make healthy life choices.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Linda May Wacker and Jamie Welch of Parents Anonymous of Oregon, talk about the barriers parents face when their children are taken from them due to a substance use disorder. Linda and Jamie talk about how Parents Anonymous, with a parent mentor, help other parents get on the road to recovery and help navigate the Department of Human services to get their children back.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Danielle and Erin Martinek talk about living with a sibling that battled substance use disorder and what advice they would give to other parents and siblings going through the same ordeal.To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgFollow us on Instagram @ henrys_uncleFor more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 13 - Det. Derry has been apart of the Portland Police Bureau for over 20 years, and for the last 10 years, has worked in the Drugs & Vice Division. Det. Derry talks about what the drugs and vice division does, the current drug landscape in Portland, OR, and the last time they seized a real prescription pill. Det. Derry opens up and talks about what is and isn't working and how we can improve as a community. Note: The host misspoke about the legality of SafeHouse. At this time, SafeHouse..."remains committed to opening as soon as possible, but is awaiting the resolution of a civil lawsuit the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania filed against it. Safehouse has asked the Court to declare its planned operations legal." Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.orgAdditional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Epside 12 - Haven Wheelock has been working in harm reduction for over 15 years and she currently oversees the syringe exchange at Outside In in Portland, OR. During her time in Portland, Haven successfully spearheaded the effort to expand the use of naloxone, which helps prevent opiate overdose deaths. Her effort of expanding naloxone has saved hundreds of lives in the Portland Metro area. Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.orgAdditional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Pam Pearce, a person in long-term recovery, talks about her journey through active addiction from the age of 14, but more importantly, talks about her road to recovery and what she has been doing  to give teenagers, young adults, and families a place to thrive in their community from the effects of substance abuse.Pam is the co-founder of the first recovery high school in the state of Oregon, Harmony Academy, and the co-founder of an alternative peer group, Family Inspired Recovery (FIR). She is also on the Board of Directors of Community Living Above.Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.orgAdditional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 10 - Executive Director and Co-Founder of Oregon Recovers, Mike Marshall joins us in the studio today. Mike talks about his past substance abuse and finding sobriety. We also discuss Oregon Recovers, a statewide coalition that aims to bring world-class prevention, treatment, and recovery support services to Oregonians suffering from the disease of addiction Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.org Additional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 9 - Our guest, Dr. Jeffrey Eisen, talks about his his life mission of helping people with mental illness, the stigma around mental health, and what resources people can access when they are suffering from mental illness. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR Contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.org Additional information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Morgan Godvin spent 5 years addicted to heroin and 4 years incarcerated for that addiction. She sold heroin to her best friend Justin, which resulted in his overdose death. Listen to Morgan and Justin's mother, Ember, talk about this tragic story and what they want the public to know to help end the stigma around addiction. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Episode 7 - Our guest, Lance Orton, talks about his 15+ years of opiate addiction, easy access to pills from doctors, the loneliness of addiction, and his steps to recovery and new outlook on life. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR To contact Henry's Uncle to share your story , please email info@henrysuncle.org For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Erik and Bobby air it out and reflect on the loss of their brothers, the grieving process, frustrations and much more. To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Continue the conversation on the Flick app here: flick.group/henrysuncle For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Dr. Andrew Mendenhall, Chief Medical Officer of Central City Concern, talks about the biology of addiction, why it is a disease and not a moral failing, and what the gold standards of treatment are. Listen and learn. This is an incredible podcast. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode of Henry's Uncle, Brian Martinek talks about his time in the Justice Department, being on the front lines and investigating drug dealers, helping his son find treatment but ultimately losing him to fentanyl and the State legislation he is trying to push through for those selling drugs that result in death. Continue the conversation on the Flick app here: flick.group/henrysuncle For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode of Henry's Uncle, Jimmy talks about being gay in a catholic environment, being bullied throughout high school, what lead him to alcohol and his road to sobriety. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

In this episode of Henry's Uncle, we talk to Robert (or B as he is known) about his battle with bipolar, alcoholism, the tragic death of losing his brother, and his road to recovery. Join the Henry's Uncle Facebook community to further the discussion - http://bit.ly/2TYp2mR For more information about Henry's Uncle, please visit www.henrysuncle.org To contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.org Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.

Many people will say that the addiction has affected almost every family in this country in one way or another.On December 9, 2018, the opioid epidemic took yet another life of a smart, funny, vibrant, young human. Not knowing a lethal dose of fentanyl was hidden inside an oxycontin pill, James Kilgore took his last breath of a world he loved.Henry's Uncle podcast will feature real-life stories from people who have lived through addiction and their road to recovery. We will talk to law enforcement, medical officers and harm reduction advocates to learn what works and what doesn't when it comes to treating people with substance use disorders.For more information, please visit www.henrysuncle.orgTo contact Henry's Uncle, please email info@henrysuncle.orgDisclaimer:THIS PODCAST DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. The contents of this podcast, including any accompanying text, graphics, images, and other material, are not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or because of any information presented in connection with it. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. Henry’s Uncle does not recommend or endorse any specific test, physician, product, procedure, opinion or any other information provided on its podcast or in connection with it. Reliance on any information provided by Henry’s Uncle, Henry’s Uncle employees, guests on the podcast, or comments made regarding the podcast, is solely at your own risk.