Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action
A podcast by the Parent Action Network (PAN), a division of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM), dedicated to amplifying the voices of parents whose lives have been devastated by the harmful effects of marijuana. Each episode features personal interviews with parents sharing their heart-wrenching stories of loss, addiction, and the impact on their families. Through these powerful narratives, PAN aims to educate, inspire, and mobilize listeners to take action against the widespread dangers of marijuana use.
Podcasting since 2024 • 27 episodes
Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action
Latest Episodes
Grace's Story: How Colorado's Marijuana Culture Shaped a Teen, Sparked Psychosis and Led to Purpose and Advocacy
The shiny packaging and storefronts made it look safe. Grace grew up in Colorado as legalization took hold, where dispensaries and medical cards normalized access for teens and reframed weed as a healthy, natural, risk-free choice. What followe...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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30:45
From Belief to Alarm: How A Former Industry Supporter Realized Marijuana Was Hurting Buyers, Workers, And Herself
The story starts where many do: a belief that cannabis is a natural, low-risk helper. Anne, a former budtender and longtime user, walks us through how that belief shattered inside a “medical” dispensary—mold on flower, out-of-state synthetics, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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52:24
Marijuana's Hidden Grip: How A “Harmless” Habit Hijacked A Life And How Recovery Brought It Back
Join Crissy and addiction counselor and host of the Reality Therapy Podcast, Ryan Rodgers, as they discuss marijuana addiction and today's high potency products. The first hit felt like relief-that’s the twist Ryan Rogers unpacks with raw hones...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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32:58
The Hidden Dangers of Pennsylvania's Recreational Cannabis Bill SB120
The battle against recreational marijuana legalization in Pennsylvania has reached a critical point as Senate Bill 120 advances through the legislature. This alarming proposal could fundamentally change Pennsylvania communities by introducing w...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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31:30
Shattered Vows: How "Medical" Marijuana Destroyed a Veteran's Marriage
A steady marriage, a decorated service record, and a belief that cannabis could help—until the household began to fracture under the weight of rage, paranoia, and sleepless nights. We sit down with an anonymous wife from Hawaii who once backed ...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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33:06