Warning Signs Ignored: Is Another Addiction Epidemic Already Here? | Keaton Hayes

Warning Signs Ignored: Is Another Addiction Epidemic Already Here? | Keaton Hayes

The next addiction crisis may not be hiding on a street corner—it may be sitting on the shelf of your local gas station In this powerful conversation, we discuss kratom, 7-OH products, and the growing concerns being raised by people in the recovery community. With increasing accessibility and reports of severe dependency and withdrawal, many are asking whether we are witnessing the early stages of another opioid-like epidemic. This episode explores: • Why these products are becoming so popular • The reality of dependency and withdrawal • What treatment professionals are seeing firsthand • The challenges facing families and communities • Why awareness may be lagging behind the problem If you work in recovery, healthcare, prevention, or simply care about the future of your community, this is a conversation you need to hear. Subscribe for more conversations on recovery, addiction, mental health, leadership, and stories that matter. #Kratom #Recovery #Addiction #MentalHealth #SubstanceAbuse #7OH #OpioidCrisis #RecoveryCommunity

Telling the Stories Nobody Else Is Covering | Why 1334 exists

In this solo episode of the 1334 Podcast, I wanted to do something a little different and really explain the heart behind what we’re building. A lot of people see the podcast clips, documentaries, recovery stories, and nonprofit interviews, but may not fully know why 1334 exists in the first place. It all started with a trip to India in 2017, helping an orphanage share its story online. That experience completely changed the way I looked at media, storytelling, and nonprofits. Since then, the vision has grown into creating free media for nonprofits, recovery organizations, missionaries, churches, and community leaders doing real work behind the scenes. We talk about the power of storytelling, why so many positive things happening in Albany and Southwest Georgia never make headlines, the importance of recovery ministries and nonprofit work, and the long-term vision for a free media studio where organizations can create podcasts, videos, headshots, and content without worrying about expensive equipment. This episode is vision casting, community focused, and honestly just me sharing what’s been on my heart for a long time.

Limitless Boundaries: Changing Young Lives Through Mentorship, Sports & Community | Dramoski Franklin

In this powerful episode of the 1334 Podcast, we revisit one of the most impactful stories ever featured on the channel — Limitless Boundaries. Dramoski Franklin shares the heart behind building a nonprofit dedicated to mentoring young boys and young men through sports, education, accountability, and community support. What began as a desire to coach and support youth football quickly evolved into something much bigger: a year-round mission focused on helping kids succeed both on and off the field. From tutoring and mentorship to creating opportunities for children who otherwise may never have had the chance to participate in sports, this episode highlights the life-changing impact one committed community can make. Dramoski Franklin opens up about his own childhood experiences, the struggles many families face, and why he refused to let financial barriers stop kids from pursuing the things they love. Through faith, leadership, and relentless dedication, Limitless Boundaries has become a beacon of hope in South Georgia. This episode is about more than football. It’s about purpose, mentorship, leadership, and investing in the next generation. In This Episode: * The origin story behind Limitless Boundaries * Why mentorship matters for young boys and young men * Using sports as a tool for growth and accountability * The importance of community involvement * Helping kids beyond athletics through tutoring and guidance * Dramoski Franklin’s personal motivation and experiences growing up * The vision for expanding into multiple sports and programs * Creating opportunities for children regardless of financial status * Building leaders who will return and strengthen their communities * Sports can become a gateway to mentorship and life change * Positive role models can alter the trajectory of a child’s future * Community support is essential for nonprofit success * Investing in youth creates long-term impact for entire cities and communities * Leadership starts with serving others * Limitless Boundaries * South Georgia Wolverines * Youth mentorship programs * Community outreach initiatives * Tutoring and educational support Be sure to follow the 1334 Podcast for more stories focused on impact, transformation, faith, leadership, and community change. Key Takeaways:Mentioned In This Episode:Connect & Support:

Recovery Was Never Meant to Be Alone | Kayla’s Story of Addiction, Prison, and Grace House

Addiction doesn’t always look like addiction.Sometimes it looks like normal life.A job. A smile. Routine.And underneath it, chaos.In this episode, Kayla shares her story of addiction, overdose, prison, and the long road into recovery. What began with pills eventually spiraled into heroin, arrests, broken relationships, and years of torment.But through Grace House, everything changed.Now she helps lead women through the same recovery process that saved her life.We talk about:• how addiction creeps in• why recovery requires community• the role of trauma and mental health• how faith changes recovery• what Grace House is doing for women in GeorgiaIf you know someone battling addiction—or if you are yourself—this conversation matters.Grace House: gracehousebrunswick.orgSubscribe for more nonprofit stories and conversations that matter.#AddictionRecovery #Sobriety #NonprofitStories #faithandrecovery Podcast NotesIn this episode:How addiction often starts slowly and deceptivelyWhy pills and alcohol are often the gateway into deeper substance abuseThe hidden role trauma and mental health play in addictionKayla’s seven-year battle with substance abuseThe overdose that still wasn’t rock bottomPrison, isolation, and the breaking pointHow Grace House became the bridge to recoveryWhy community matters in healingThe role faith played in Kayla’s transformationHow Grace House helps women rebuild their lives practically—not just spirituallyWhy sobriety is more than abstinence

An Unlikely Church Serving the streets in Albany Georgia | One man's obedience transforming lives

In this inspiring episode of the 1334 Podcast, Keith joins us to talk about the Deuteronomy 646 Project and how simple obedience to God is changing lives one meal and one conversation at a time in downtown Albany, Georgia. From serving nearly 8,000 meals in just over a year, to starting Sunday morning church under a parking garage, Keith opens up about: * The powerful calling that led him here * God’s miraculous provision when they committed to serving every Sunday * The emotional story of a young man surrendering his life to Jesus on Easter Sunday * Building real relationships with people experiencing homelessness * Vision for a permanent home, multiple ministry sites, and partnering with ASU students This is more than a feeding ministry — it’s church on the streets, discipleship in action, and a powerful reminder of what happens when you say “yes” to God’s call. ✅ Follow the journey:Instagram & Facebook: @D646PWebsite: d646p.org If this encouraged you, like, comment, and share — and consider supporting the work they’re doing. Deuteronomy 646 Project, Albany ministry, downtown Albany, feeding the homeless, street church, Keith testimony, Christian podcast, life transformation, serving meals, parking garage church, faith and obedience, Resurrection Sunday story, ASU students, Albany Georgia, homeless outreach, God provision, Sunday breakfast ministry, community outreach, street ministry, Christian testimony