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 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 addiction, including the car accident that almost cost lives and served as a wake-up call, leading him to admit his struggles to his parents. His journey through recovery was fraught with challenges, including multiple stints in inpatient programs and sober homes. Now, with over two years of sobriety, Jack is a beacon of hope and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
As a recovery advocate and researcher, Jack now dedicates his life to helping others find the help they need, developing connections with treatment centers and advocating for effective substance use disorder interventions. His story is not only a personal narrative of redemption and hope but also an educational journey highlighting the critical importance of accessible mental health and addiction recovery services. Join us as Jack shares his inspiring tale of overcoming addiction and how he turned his life around to help others do the same.