Reaching for Recovery

10/28/2026

Episode 9 of The Reaching for Recovery Podcast out now!

This week on The Reaching for Recovery Podcast, we’re talking about recovery in the workforce and the power of second chances, meaningful employment, and building a future in recovery. Listen now-

Spotify - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/reaching-for-recovery/episodes/Ep--9---Recovery-in-the-Workforce-e3r6qtt

Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-9-recovery-in-the-workforce/id6807816452?i=1000798392007

YouTube- https://youtu.be/n4tdmG4gLq4

Join our guests, Eric from Susquehanna Workforce Network and Chris from Maryland Recovery, as they share their perspectives on the connection between recovery and employment. We’ll explore how the right support, resources, and opportunities can help individuals in recovery overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and find success in the workplace.

Recovery is about more than overcoming challenges — it’s about rebuilding lives, finding purpose, and creating new opportunities. Tune in for an important conversation about breaking down stigma, supporting individuals in recovery, and helping people take the next step toward a brighter future

10/21/2026

You don't have to fight your battles alone. Addiction is an insidious disease, but there is hope.

Sometimes, the hardest step in recovery is believing that someone understands, that someone cares, and that there is hope beyond the pain. But healing happens when we find the courage to reach out, share our stories, and allow others to walk beside us.

Connection is the opposite of addiction. Where addiction creates isolation, connection creates hope, understanding, and belonging.

Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply want to make a difference, remember that a simple act of kindness can change a life.

No one should have to walk this journey alone. Together, we can break the stigma, build connections, and remind every person that they are worthy of hope, love, and a new beginning.

You are not alone. We are stronger together. Break the stigma.

10/20/2026

Ep.8 of The Reaching for Recovery Podcast is out now! Listen now on Spotify, Apple or YouTube!

In this episode of Reaching for Recovery, we’re joined by Beau from Ashley Addiction Treatment Center and Marc for an honest and meaningful conversation about the importance of connection in recovery.

Together, they explore what it means to reach out, ask for help, and take the courageous first step toward healing.

Recovery doesn’t happen in isolation. Sometimes, the hardest part is admitting we need support or finding the words to ask for it. This conversation highlights the power of human connection, the importance of outreach, and how showing up for one another can make a lasting difference in someone’s recovery journey.

Whether you’re navigating recovery yourself, supporting a loved one, or working to help others find their path forward, this episode is a reminder that help is available, connection matters, and no one has to do it alone.

Reaching out can change everything. Sometimes, one conversation is where recovery begins.

Spotify - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/reaching-for-recovery/episodes/Ep--8---The-Power-of-Connection--Asking-for-Help--and-Outreach-e3qq9ol

Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-8-the-power-of-connection-asking-for-help-and-outreach/id6807816452?i=1000797295586

YouTube- https://youtu.be/ZRH2xQFkbCg

10/15/2026

Behind every statistic is a person, a family, and a community that deserves support. In Maryland, an estimated 81% of people who needed substance use treatment did not receive it. Barriers like stigma, access, and lack of support can stand in the way. Recovery is possible, and everyone has a role in helping people find it. Together, we can break the stigma and build a community where asking for help is met with compassion, not judgment.

Source - SAMHSA’s 2023–2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

10/13/2026

🎧 Episode 7 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast out now! 🎧

Join us for a Local Recovery Spotlight on The Reaching for Recovery Podcast! In this episode, we’re highlighting two incredible resources making a difference in the recovery community: Voices of Hope and Char Hope.

We’re joined by Jennifer from Voices of Hope and Derek from Char Hope to discuss the work their organizations do, the support and resources they provide, and how they help individuals and families navigate the journey of recovery. From building connections to offering hope and encouragement, these organizations play an important role in strengthening our local recovery community.

Tune in to learn more about the services available, how these organizations are making an impact, and how you or someone you know can get connected to support.

Recovery is possible, and no one has to walk the journey alone.

Listen on Spotify:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/reaching-for-recovery/episodes/Ep--7---Local-Recovery-Spotlight-Voices-of-Hope--Char-Hope-e3qes4o

Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-7-local-recovery-spotlight-voices-of-hope-char-hope/id6807816452?i=1000796184549

YouTube:
https://youtu.be/DHyhvD4tCdY

To learn more about these resources visit the links below:
https://www.voicesofhopemaryland.org/
https://www.facebook.com/charhopefoundation/

10/06/2026

Episode 6 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast is out now! Listen on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.

YouTube- https://youtu.be/s61e0bQoLvI

Spotify- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/reaching-for-recovery/episodes/Ep--6---Breaking-Myths--Living-the-Truth-e3q0ps1

Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-6-breaking-myths-living-the-truth/id6807816452?i=1000793495844

In Episode 6 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast, guest host Joe Tunney is joined by Eric and Neilsen for a candid and powerful conversation about addiction, recovery, stigma, and what it really means to live a life of truth.

Together, they challenge common misconceptions about recovery and share real perspectives on the struggles, breakthroughs, and personal choices that shape the journey. This is a conversation about looking beyond the stereotypes, letting go of the myths, and discovering that recovery is possible—and that a person's past does not have to define their future.

Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, working in the recovery community, or simply looking to better understand addiction and recovery, this episode offers honesty, hope, and a fresh perspective.

Raise awareness about alcohol and substance use disorders, promote prevention strategies, and advocate for policies that support recovery.

09/29/2026

🎙️ Episode 5 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast is here! Listen on Spotify, Apple or Youtube. 🎙️

Addiction doesn’t only affect the person struggling—it touches families, friendships, and entire communities. And when we lose someone we love to addiction, the grief can be complicated, painful, and difficult to put into words.

In Episode 5, we talk openly about addiction, recovery, loss, and the complicated grief that comes with losing someone we love to the struggle.

It’s a conversation about heartbreak, memories, understanding, and finding a way forward while carrying the loss with us.

If addiction or loss has touched your life, this episode is for you. ❤️

🎧 Listen to Episode 5 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast.
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09/23/2026

The Reaching for Recovery Podcast - Now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

We have 4 episodes available, featuring real stories, meaningful conversations, and voices from our local recovery community. And we’re just getting started!

A new episode drops every Tuesday!

Listen, share, and join us as we talk about recovery, break the stigma, and build a stronger community together.

Listen to the Reaching for Recovery Podcast today!

09/18/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE HAS DROPPED: Recovery Is Not Linear with Tiffany & Vic 🎧

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Healing isn't a straight line—it has twists, turns, setbacks, and major breakthroughs. In Episode 4 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast, we sit down with Tiffany and Vic for a powerful, unfiltered discussion on what the journey really looks like.

Together, they share personal insights on navigating unexpected hurdles, letting go of perfectionism in sobriety, and why every step forward—no matter how small or uneven—counts toward lifelong recovery.

Whether you're on your own healing path or supporting someone you love, this episode is a reminder that you don't have to have it all figured out to keep moving forward.

09/15/2026

Episode 3 of the Reaching for Recovery Podcast out now!

What happens when you get sober and realize you have to learn how to laugh again—without the alcohol or substances?

In this episode, Shana and Scott open up about their journeys into sobriety, the unexpected challenges of recovery, and how they slowly found their sense of humor again. From awkward moments and hard truths to the joy of experiencing life with a clear mind, they share honest stories about discovering that sobriety doesn’t mean losing your fun—it can mean finding it again.

Join us for a candid, heartfelt, and often hilarious conversation about recovery, rediscovering yourself, and learning to laugh at life along the way. Because sometimes the best punchline is simply waking up and realizing you’re still here—and you’re actually enjoying it.