Surrendering to Strength: Stanley Hudson's Journey

Revving Up for Recovery: The Big Ride and Recovery Fest

David Baker hosts Karl Carter on the Rise Up Recovery podcast to discuss his path from hardship to newfound hope through recovery. Karl reflects on the transformation in his life, including purchasing a home and starting the E2 Project with his wife. This project helps bridge the gap for those seeking addiction and mental health recovery services. Karl highlights their upcoming motorcycle ride event, set to raise funds for Recovery Fest, an initiative designed to support those in recovery by offering resources and fostering community connection. The podcast highlights the critical role of community involvement in driving recovery success.

Unlocking Hope: Overdose Prevention Strategies in West Tennessee

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery Podcast, host David Baker sits down with Tonyna Riddle, a Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist, to talk about her important work in Hardin County. Tonyna shares how she organizes educational trainings that help the community better understand the science of addiction and how it affects the brain. She also emphasizes the need to break down stigma through compassion and awareness, discusses providing lifesaving resources such as fentanyl testing strips, and highlights the annual Day of Hope event, an opportunity for the community to come together through faith, access helpful resources, and support recovery.

The E2 Project: Fueling Recovery and Support in Hardin County

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, host David Baker talks to Chasity Carter about the upcoming fundraiser, February 21 at Hardin County Middle School, for the Recovery Fest in August. Recovery Fest provides resources for individuals seeking mental health, drug, and alcohol treatment and is a gathering for both those in recovery and their supporters. Chasity shares her personal journey through recovery, emphasizing the role of community and faith in her sobriety. The event will feature music, food, and fellowship, aiming to show that recovery can be rewarding and fun. The associated fundraiser helps finance the event and supports the E2 Project���s ongoing initiatives.

Embracing Sobriety: A Mother's Redemption with Mary Ann Lanham

In this episode of the Rise Up Recovery podcast, host David Baker sits down with Mary Ann Lanham, a recovery advocate who shares her journey of overcoming addiction. Mary Ann opens up about her turbulent past, growing up with addicted parents, and the chaos she created as a result. She discusses the pivotal role spirituality played in her recovery and how a second chance at life has blessed her with a loving marriage and an 18-month-old child. With honesty and vulnerability, Mary Ann offers insights and encouragement to others struggling with addiction.

Surrendering to Strength: Stanley Hudson's Journey

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