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.
Episodes
9 episodes
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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47:43
From Heartbreak to Hope: Cindy's Mission to Combat Teenage Marijuana Addiction
Cindy Gresham bravely opens up about the unimaginable loss of her daughter, Haley, shedding light on the hidden dangers of marijuana vaping and its impact on youth mental health. As she recounts Haley's journey from a vibrant teenager to someon...
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The Hidden Dangers of Modern Marijuana: Laura's Battle for Mental Health Advocacy
What if the marijuana you thought was safe for medicinal use could tear families apart? Meet Laura B from Massachusetts as she shares her heart-wrenching story about her son’s life altered by modern marijuana products. Through her experience...
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31:33
From Loss to Legislation: Darryl Rodgers' Journey for Marijuana Awareness and Change
What if a single choice could change everything? Join us for a heart-wrenching exploration of the impact of marijuana on youth through the story of Darryl Rodgers and his son, Chase. Once a vibrant Eagle Scout and athlete, Chase’s promising fut...
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53:09
When Hope Turns to Heartache: Maria's Battle with Medical Marijuana for Autism
What happens when a single mom and sole caregiver to her adult, non-verbal autistic son trusts the advice of her doctor to use medical marijuana to treat her son’s sleep issues? Join us as Maria recounts the emotional turmoil highlighting the f...
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53:44
How Delta-8 Shattered a Teen's Future
What happens when a single decision turns a family's life upside down? Get to know Kelly and Travis from Georgia as they recount their once vibrant and hopeful lives before a Delta-8 product changed everything. Their son, filled with excitement...
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48:26
From Tragedy to Advocacy: The Bacchus' Fight Against Cannabis-Induced Psychosis
Can you imagine a substance you once thought harmless becoming the catalyst for unimaginable tragedy? Meet Heather and Randy Bacchus, who share the devastating story of losing their son, Randy Jr., to suicide after a cannabis-induced psychotic ...
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