
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 • 11 episodes
Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action
Latest Episodes
Marti Roveda-Georgia-A Georgia Mom's Journey from Pain to Purpose
When Marti Roveda woke to the unmistakable smell of marijuana permeating her home, she never imagined this moment would transform her life's purpose. Her 16-year-old son's addiction to high-potency THC products catapulted her into an unfamiliar...
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Episode 11
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40:03

When Legalization Hits Home: A Mother's Fight for Change
Have you ever wondered what happens when marijuana legalization directly impacts your family? Meet Laura Stack, a Colorado mother who transformed her son's tragic suicide into a powerful movement for change and youth protection.Laura St...
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49:48

From Addiction to Advocacy: Linda and Kobe's Journey with Marijuana
When Linda Wolf realized her son Kobe was experiencing psychosis, walking the streets and claiming to control volcanoes, she faced a nightmare no parent is prepared for. What she couldn't understand was why nobody had warned her this could happ...
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45:34

Weed Isn't What You Remember: A Mom's Battle With Big Marijuana
What happens when the "harmless" marijuana of the past transforms into today's high-potency nightmare? Amy, a Connecticut mother, never imagined her son's college experience would spiral into cannabis-induced psychosis and a 13-month battle wit...
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54:45

From Peace to Struggle: Kathy's Journey Through Her Son's Marijuana Addiction
How does a substance once seen as taboo become a source of heartache within a family? Meet Kathy from Florida, who shares the poignant transformation her family went through when marijuana entered their lives. Her story offers a heartfelt persp...
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