143G Podcast E3: Jessica Dorgan
143G Podcast
In this heartfelt episode of the 143G Podcast, we're joined by Jessica Dorgan, a prevention specialist with Manet Health, who shares her powerful journey through substance abuse recovery. Jessica opens up about her 15-year struggle with opiate addiction, transitioning from prescription painkillers to heroin and other substances. Growing up in a seemingly privileged household did not shield her from the family dysfunction and addiction that deeply affected her life, leading her down a path of substance abuse from a young age. Jessica's story is not just about the depths of addiction but also...
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143G Podcast E2: Jack MacMillon
143G Podcast
In this powerful episode of the 143G Podcast, we meet Jack McMillan, a young man from Cohasset, Massachusetts, who opens up about his tumultuous journey through addiction to recovery. Jack candidly shares the story of his descent into substance use, beginning with early experimentation in his teens with marijuana and escalating to heroin and fentanyl. Despite a supportive family environment, Jack's curiosity led him to pilfer prescription medications, setting him on a path of escalating drug use and devastating consequences. Throughout the episode, Jack recounts the significant moments of his...
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143G Podcast E1: Justin Aguirre and Reilly Shea
143G Podcast
In this compelling episode of the 143G Podcast, Justin Aguirre, known for his dynamic presence on iHeart Radio's "Billy & Lisa in the Morning: The After Show," joins forces with Reilly Shea and Greg Shea from the 143Gregory Foundation. Together, they delve into pressing issues surrounding recovery, drug trends, and legislative efforts to combat substance abuse. The episode begins with a warm welcome from Justin, who is open about his own battles with addiction and recovery. The discussion quickly shifts to the heart of the matter as Reilly shares the touching story behind the foundation,...
info_outlineIn this compelling episode of the 143G Podcast, Justin Aguirre, known for his dynamic presence on iHeart Radio's "Billy & Lisa in the Morning: The After Show," joins forces with Reilly Shea and Greg Shea from the 143Gregory Foundation. Together, they delve into pressing issues surrounding recovery, drug trends, and legislative efforts to combat substance abuse.
The episode begins with a warm welcome from Justin, who is open about his own battles with addiction and recovery. The discussion quickly shifts to the heart of the matter as Reilly shares the touching story behind the foundation, named after her brother Gregory, who tragically lost his life to an accidental overdose. This poignant moment sets the stage for a deep dive into the dangers of fentanyl and other lethal substances now infiltrating common recreational drugs.
Greg Shea steps up to provide insight into the foundation's mission and its efforts to educate the public, offer support to those struggling with substance use disorders, and assist families affected by drug-related tragedies. They also discuss the critical need for legislative action, highlighting ongoing efforts to treat drug-induced homicide with the seriousness it demands.
This episode is not just an exploration of addiction and recovery; it's a rallying cry for awareness, change, and community action. Tune in for an educational and inspiring conversation that sheds light on the dark corners of substance abuse and the hopeful paths leading out of it.