Addiction: The Next Step
It's time to talk openly about addiction.
Drug use. Alcohol consumption. Gambling. Each has become more prevalent in recent years. Our podcast provides information and inspiration for those ready to take "the next step" in addressing the sources of addiction in their lives.
Expert interviews.
Survivor and hero stories.
Details on services and supports available now for you or your loved one.
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports is here for you.
Every Step of the Way.
Episodes
75 episodes
Rompiendo el Silencio: Entendiendo la Adicción al Juego
La adicción al juego acecha como una "enfermedad silenciosa" en nuestras comunidades, a menudo oculta bajo capas de vergüenza, secreto y aceptación cultural. Nuestros invitados expertos, Luis Lavoy de Acacia Network y Albert Aponte de Samaritan...
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28:33
Revolucionando la Recuperación: OASAS y el Camino Hacia las Comunidades de Apoyo
Únase a nosotros para una conversación esclarecedora con Zoraida Díaz, la apasionada Directora de la Oficina Regional en la Ciudad de Nueva York y Long Island, mientras desentraña el trabajo integral de la Oficina de Servicios y Apoyo a la Adic...
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28:55
Rompiendo el Estigma: Educación y Recursos para la Comunidad Latina frente a la Adicción
¿Qué se necesita para romper el estigma de la adicción en la comunidad latina? Acompáñanos en una conversación reveladora con la doctora Chinazo Cunningham, comisionada de la Oficina de Servicios y Apoyo a las Adicciones del Estado de Nueva Yor...
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14:56
I Wanna ROCovery: Healing Through Fitness
What if the road to recovery wasn't just about what you give up, but what you gain? This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative power of integrating fitness and recovery, featuring Jonathan Westfall from ROCovery Fitness in Rocheste...
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16:21
Empowering Harlem's Youth Through Prevention and Change
Discover how a personal journey of overcoming addiction led Dr. Felecia Pullen to become a beacon of hope and change within her community. Raised amidst the challenges of a drug-impacted Harlem, Dr. Pullen shares her compelling story of transfo...
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8:14
Music as a Lifeline: Road Recovery's Journey to Healing
Imagine a world where the rhythm of music serves as a lifeline for those battling addiction. Join us as we sit down with Jack Bookbinder and Gene Bowen, the minds behind Road Recovery, a transformative program using the power of music to guide ...
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19:03
Finding Strength in Every Step: The Summer Smith 5K
A mother's profound experience unfolds as Kristin Smith shares the heart-wrenching journey of her daughter, Summer Smith. This episode offers a deeply personal account of how a bright young girl's life was drastically changed by trauma, leading...
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25:21
Problem Gambling: A Look Inside Treatment
Explore the complex world of problem gambling with us, where we promise to uncover the hidden nature of this addiction in the age of mobile sports wagering. Join me, Jerry Gretzinger, as I sit down with Stephen McLaughlin from McPike Addiction ...
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14:28
Hope Amidst Crisis: Chautauqua County’s Overdose Turnaround
Discover how Chautauqua County is turning the tide on the overdose crisis with remarkable success. Join me, Jerry Gretzinger, as I sit down with Steve Kilburn, the dedicated Substance Use and Addiction Services Coordinator for the Chautauqua Co...
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16:58
Second Chances: Building a Future Beyond Addiction
What happens when a life marked by incarceration and addiction finds hope through the power of peer support? Rudy Fernandez's story is a testament to resilience and transformation, as he reveals his journey from early exposure to marijuana to h...
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19:55
From Hitting Big to Hitting Bottom: A Cautionary Gambling Tale
Could a single win at a casino change the course of your life? Scott Meyer joins us to recount his emotional journey from casual gambling with friends and family to an all-consuming addiction that started with a jackpot win at age 32. Scott pai...
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22:08
From Trials into Triumph: Two Different Journeys to Recovery
When faced with the trials of addiction and the journey to recovery, the stories of Danial Jordan and Charles Lloyd offer a beacon of hope. Imagine confronting your struggles head-on and transforming them into stepping stones for a brighter fut...
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22:30
Addressing Substance Use in Domestic Abuse
Explore the intricate web between substance use and domestic violence with Jerry Gretzinger on "Addiction: The Next Step." Joined by April Maas, the Director of Policy, Innovation, and Professional Education at the Office for Prevention of Dome...
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11:46
Heartbreak and Hope: A Mother's Story of Loss and Advocacy in the Face of Addiction
Nanette Matthews joins us with a story that breaks hearts but also opens eyes. Imagine losing not just one, but two loved ones to the same relentless foe: addiction. Nanette bravely shares the emotional journey of her son, Antoine Brewster, a t...
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16:37
Launching a Spanish Podcast: Expanding Addiction Resources for the Latino Community
How do we ensure that vital information about substance use and addiction reaches every corner of our diverse communities? Tune in to discover how Addiction the Next Step is breaking new ground by launching a Spanish-speaking podcast! Join host...
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11:12
Recovery Month: A Guide to Supportive Services
As we wrap up Recovery Month, we take a closer look at the supportive services available across New York State. We explore the power of peer support in the journey to recovery from substance use disorder, and look at the exciting future of cert...
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