Recovery Matters! Podcast
A podcast from one of the nation's original Recovery Community Organizations - CCAR. CCAR envisions a world where the power, hope, and healing of Recovery from addiction is thoroughly understood and embraced. We invite guests from all areas of the Recovery Movement to explore the concept of recovery with us, share their stories, and have real discussions that move us toward that world which we envision.
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Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 171 | Taylor opens up about growing up in a home surrounded by substance use, the struggles of feeling unworthy, and the choices that led him deeper into addiction. He shares the harsh realities of hitting rock bottom, losing his father, and the moments that finally pushed him to embrac
Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 170 | From growing up amidst addiction in Connecticut to battling his own substance use, Vinny Imperati aka Skinny Vinny opens up about his father's tragic overdose, his time spent homeless in a porta-potty, and his near-death experiences. But the story takes a turn when Vinny finds a n
Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 169 | Danny, who recently celebrated four years of sobriety, discusses his early experiences with drugs and alcohol, the impact of his mother's death on his substance use, and his subsequent journey through addiction, legal troubles, and incarceration. Both hosts reflect on the challeng
Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 168 | TJ sits down with Matt, a young person in long-term recovery, to discuss his journey from childhood to sobriety. Matt shares his experiences growing up, the impact of early trauma, and how he initially turned to alcohol for escape. He recounts his struggles with addiction, multipl
Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 167 | Tajay's story begins with a life-changing arrest, leading him to outpatient treatment and, ultimately, to CCAR. He didn’t initially seek recovery—it found him. While in IOP, he struggled with staying sober, turning to alcohol as a coping mechanism. However, deep down, he knew he w
This episode vividly portrays Cass' journey from the depths of addiction to the vibrant glow of recovery. Explore how her shift in mindset revolutionized her mornings, relationships, and daily life. Cass opens up about the transformative power of therapy, creative outlets, and meditation in her recovery. With raw hones