Longterm: A Podcast in Recovery takes you on a ride with addicts, abused hearts, and lost souls who are searching for healing and proposing their answer. Ti King hosts interviews with those who have lived it and those who make the laws that govern it. Recovery is for everyone. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and put your pieces back together.
020 Technology for Recovery with Shawn Rickenba...
<p>As recovery efforts grow, so does the need for technology to make keeping up with the work achievable. Ti King discusses the multifaceted nature of recovery with Sean Rickenbacker, who works in the behavioral health space. They explore personal experiences with addiction, the importance of support systems, and how technology can enhance patient care. The conversation emphasizes the need for community and collaboration in recovery efforts, as well as the personal growth that comes from working in this field. Sean shares insights about his journey into the industry and the mission-driven approach of Opus. </p><p>For more on Opus:</p><p>https://www.opusehr.com/</p><p><br></p><p>For more from Longterm:</p><p>www.longtermpod.com</p><p><br></p><p>#recovery #technology #podcast #crm #tech #addictionrecovery </p>
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019 Sexual Addiction Recovery
<p>The spectrum of addiction is broad and extends beyond substance dependency. Behavioral addictions, such as an addiction to sex and intimacy, can be equally damaging. Therapist Rick Snyderman, who specializes in both substance and behavioral addictions, explains that the euphoric pursuit of sex can mirror the addictive patterns of drugs like methamphetamine. This episode addresses the critical questions of what defines a healthy level of sexual activity and how individuals can establish personal values to maintain it. Ti and Rick delve into the behavioral indicators of sexual addiction and provide guidance on seeking professional support.</p><p><br /></p><p>Rick's listing in Psychology Today:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rick-snyderman-philadelphia-pa/988548</p><p><br /></p><p>Be sure to share this episode with someone who needs to hear this message. For all things Longterm, visit our website:</p><p><br /></p><p>www.longtermpod.com</p><p><br /></p><p>#recovery #podcast #addiction #therapy #therapist #sexualwellness #sexuality #attraction #healing </p>
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Juvenile Justice and Recovery
<p>Recovery is a widely connected and multifaceted subject. We often talk about the adults in recovery but what about the kids who pick up their parents' addictions? SmartJustice set out to answer those questions in a 6 episode season on juvenile justice with interviews with supreme court justices, police officers, the Secretary of DHS, and so many more. Subscribe to SmartJustice and learn about what is being done for the next generation in recovery.</p><p><br></p><p>For more on SmartJustice:</p><p><a href="https://smartjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.smartjustice.org</a> </p><p>#recovery #smartjustice #juvenilejustice #justice </p>
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018 Mastering Self Control with Josh Foster
<p>It takes time to change a habit, but to life a long life of freedom from addiction, it takes solid self control. Josh Foster has found a new way of mastering his own needs, wants, and health with rigid discipline in what he eats, the way he exercises, the philosophy he reads, and what he allows his thoughts to dwell on. Working with a large team at Serenity Park Recovery in Little Rock has put him in a workplace of likeminded recovery supporters. Learn Josh's techniques, mindset, and experience in this very fast moving episode of Longterm.</p><p>For more on Longterm:</p><p><a href="https://longtermpod.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.longtermpod.com</a></p><p>Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. That's the quickest way to help us grow the show and message. Subscribe and hit the bell to keep up with every episode of Longterm as it drops.</p><p>#recovery #podcast #interview #traumainformed #philosophy #selfcontrol #discipline </p>
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017 Everyone is Improvising Life with Kristy Boone
<p>When you pass a stranger who is well dressed, well spoken, and well off, what kind of assumptions do you make? Kristy Boone knows very well how we can assume someone's life is perfect. Her recovery from a childhood much different from her adult life started when she became a mother. The amount of wisdom that Kristy casually distributes in this episode is incredibly deep and eye opening. This talk with Kristy will make you realize that we are all just improvising in life and it takes effort to be better.</p><p><br></p><p>Find more from Longterm at www.longtermpod.com</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.</p><p>#recovery #childhoodtrauma #mother #improvisation #improvcomedy #oklahoma </p>
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016 A Parent's Pursuit to Save Lives with Jeffr...
<p>After unimaginable loss – first his son to substance abuse, then his wife – Jeffrey Johnston chose a path of action. This episode, the first in our Pathways to Innovation collaboration, follows Jeff's journey as he transformed grief into a mission. Learn how he bought an RV, traveled the nation connecting with decision-makers, and spearheaded software development to help others stay on the path to success. Jeff shares his profound story of navigating loss and recovery, highlighting how confronting personal wounds is essential for healing and how shifting from fear to empowerment and love can foster a more holistic approach to mental wellness, integrating technology and community support. This is a powerful discussion on personal accountability and the strength found in vulnerability.</p><p>Find more from Longter:www.longtermpod.com</p><p>#recovery #healing #loss #grieving #innovation #podcast </p>
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015 Sober and Thriving with Crystal Holland
<p>Crystal Holland is a prominent figure in the recovery community in Arkansas. This episode covers aspects of recovery, including personal journeys through addiction, the importance of peer support, and the challenges faced by families affected by substance abuse. Crystal shares her own story of overcoming a 22-year addiction to meth and alcohol, her experiences in recovery programs, and her current role in providing support to those in the justice system. Crystal's story emphasizes the need for compassion, understanding, and community in the recovery process. In this conversation, the speaker reflects on their journey from addiction to recovery and their current role as a peer recovery specialist. They discuss the challenges of working with others in recovery, the importance of supporting youth affected by addiction, and the transformative power of healing and kindness. For more from Longterm: A Podcast in Recoverywww.longtermpod.com#recovery #healing #peersupport #faith #podcast #hope</p>
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014 The Minds of Abusers with Cae Cordell
<p>Cae Cordell has lived a life that we have only seen in movies. Born into a family of abusers with narcissistic ill intentions and fighting to leave the town where she believes her father was burying bodies, Cae found herself in the arms of new evils. This episode is not for the weak and we warn you that this story may be triggering for you if you have ever been at the hands of an abuser. </p><p>For more on Cae Cordell, her books can be found on Amazon:https://tinyurl.com/caecordell</p><p>For more from Longterm and Ti King, visit us atwww.longtermpod.com#narcissist </p><p>#abuseprevention #childhoodabuse #healing #recovery #inspiring #interview </p>
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013 When Children of Addicts Grow Up
<p>In this deeply personal and powerful episode of Longterm, Ti King and Latonya share their raw and honest experiences navigating the complexities of addiction within their families. They delve into the profound impact of alcoholism, discussing the challenges of growing up in environments shaped by substance abuse and the arduous journey of overcoming a victim mentality. This conversation highlights the critical importance of self-awareness, breaking entrenched cycles of abuse and addiction, and the courageous path towards healing and resilience.Ti and Latonya bravely recount their personal stories, touching upon the lasting effects of childhood trauma, the unique challenges of teen pregnancy amidst family turmoil, and the difficult process of rebuilding relationships after incarceration. They emphasize the conscious effort required in parenting to break the cycle of addiction for future generations and underscore the vital role of community support in the healing process. Furthermore, the discussion illuminates how personal struggles can be transformed into a source of strength, as evidenced by the journey towards becoming a life coach to guide others through their own challenges.Key Discussion Points:The Far-Reaching Impact of Addiction: Understanding how alcoholism and substance abuse affect family dynamics, childhood experiences, and individual development.Growing Up in Environments Affected by Addiction: Personal narratives of navigating daily life and relationships in households impacted by addiction.Overcoming a Victim Mentality: The internal and external challenges of moving beyond a sense of victimhood towards empowerment and agency.Breaking the Cycle of Abuse and Addiction: Strategies and personal commitments required to prevent the continuation of harmful patterns in future generations.The Journey of Healing and Resilience: Exploring the pathways to recovery, including the importance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and seeking support.Navigating Childhood Trauma: Addressing the long-term effects of traumatic experiences during formative years.Challenges of Teen Pregnancy: Discussing the added complexities of adolescent parenthood, particularly within the context of family addiction.Rebuilding Relationships After Incarceration: The obstacles and triumphs of reconnecting with loved ones and society post-incarceration.</p><p>The Role of Community Support: Highlighting the significance of external support systems in the healing and recovery process.Transforming Pain into Purpose: How personal experiences with adversity can fuel a desire to help others, including the path to becoming a life coach.</p><p>#recovery #addiction #podcast #healing #selfhealingcommunity</p>
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012 Supporting Mothers in Recovery
<p>Anika Dixon has seen what women with children need when they are released from prison and she sees where she can help. Found the nonprofit organization SHEBuild, Anika has put in place a strong resource to help justice involved mothers find their self worth, housing, and a way to provide for themselves and their children. Attend or donate SHEBuild's fundraiser here: https://anika-dixon.mykajabi.com/offers/gooH5rLF/checkoutBe sure to subscribe and leave a like for this video to help boost our reach.Share this episode with someone you think could benefit from hearing this epsiode.www.longtermpod.com for the audio version of this podcast.#reentry #recovery #addiction #mother #podcast #selfimprovement</p>
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009 Combatting Substance Abuse in Pine Bluff | ...
<p>Exodus.Life has seen a lot of changes over the years since its conception. From directly addressing reentry for incarcerated people to becoming one of the few recovery community organizations in the state of Arkansas, battling substance abuse and addiction, Exodus.Life has been on the front lines. In this episode, I talk to Myra Woolfolk, director of Exodus.Life about what she has seen in recovery and how she scaled from an intern to top of the organizational chart.You can support Exodus.Life by going to www.exodus.lifeThis podcast episode is in participation with Podcasthon. Learn more about them at www.podcasthon.org#recovery #peersupport #prison #nonprofit #2025</p>
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011 Three Years Sober and Supporting Peers
<p>Kristen Stivers has accomplished so much in sobriety in a short amount of time. After years of addiction, she finally found a way out and has dedicated her life and new career to helping pull others up out of the depths of addiction.</p> <p>Find the podcast on every platform: <a href= "https://www.longtermpod.com">www.longtermpod.com</a></p> <p>#alcoholabuse #addictionrecovery #traumainformed #recovery #peersupport</p>
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010 The Giving of Unexpected Help
<p>Jeff Watts knows what it's like to need help as both a nonprofit founder and as a veteran with trauma. Rally Pointe Nonprofit Council is providing service to other nonprofits who serve veterans and getting them the assistance they need from filing their legal status to preparing for financial audits, all in the name of paying it forward.</p> <p></p> <p>Subscribe to Longterm: A Podcast in Recovery on your platform of choice.</p> <p></p> <p>Sponsorship inquiries: tiking@arkansaspodcasters.org</p> <p></p> <p>Learn about Exodus.Life at www.exodus.life</p> <p></p> <p>#recovery #trauma #veterans #healing #mentalhealth</p>
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A Respected Color Trailer
<p>Wiley Jones was born as a slave, sold with the furniture, thrown into war, and rose as an entrepreneur in the Jim Crow South. This limited podcast series tells the most complete version of his story after extensive research and interviewing by the Arkansas Podcast Collaborative. Subscribe on your favorite platform and help us preserve this incredible story.</p> <p></p> <p>#history #blackhistory #arkansas</p>
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008 THE BEST (AND WORST) NEW YEAR
<p>This first episode of the new year talks about sober celebrations, alcoholism, and the future of recovery. We talk to MaryBeth Hill about an upcoming National Peer Recovery Alliance event.#recovery #soberlife #societyandculture #interview #peersupport</p>
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007 What To Do With Millions Of Dollars In Reco...
<p>Through the opioid recovery funds, millions of dollars have come to each state to help prevent the abuse of substances. I had the opportunity to speak to the Arkansas Drug Director Tom Fisher on what he expects the funds to be used for and the outcome they anticipate. Please remember to like, subscribe, and share our content with others. #opioid #recovery #drugaddiction #funding #arkansas</p>
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Bonus: From Prison to Purpose
<p>Introducing From Prison to Purpose. Special episode explores the journey of Jackie Willits, a woman who has overcome significant trauma and addiction to find recovery and purpose in her life. Jackie shares her experiences with childhood abuse, the escalation of her drug use, and the challenges she faced during her time in prison. She discusses her reintegration into society, the importance of building relationships in recovery, and the current state of peer support. The conversation highlights the dangers of fentanyl and the importance of drug education, as well as the hope and inspiration that can come from sharing one's story.</p> <p>#recovery #substanceabuse #opioid</p>
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006 The Dependence on Faith in Recovery
<p>I take you inside the 3rd annual Faith Recovery Conference, an inspiring event hosted by Jimmy McGill. This gathering brings together recovery organizations, advocates, and individuals on their personal recovery journeys. In this episode, I share my experience witnessing the powerful connections formed as participants bond through shared stories of struggle, healing, and the discovery of a higher power to guide them through their past and future challenges. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers insight into the strength and hope found in community and faith.</p> <p>#recoverycommunity #recovery #addictionrecovery #addiction #faithinrecovery #faith</p>
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005 Recovering People Helping People Recover wi...
<p>Ti King and Chris Porter explore the themes of recovery, the hero's journey, and the importance of lived experience in overcoming addiction. They discuss the significance of faith, the role of nonprofit organizations in providing support, and the impact of recovery on families. The conversation emphasizes the need for inclusive recovery resources and the importance of a higher power in the recovery process.</p> <p></p> <ul> <li>The Hero's Journey is a common narrative in recovery.</li> <li>Long-term recovery requires ongoing maintenance and support.</li> <li>Lived experience can be a powerful tool in helping others recover.</li> <li>Faith plays a crucial role in the recovery process.</li> <li>Nonprofit organizations are essential for providing recovery resources.</li> <li>Recovery positively impacts families and relationships.</li> <li>Inclusivity in recovery resources is vital for effective support.</li> <li>Substance abuse affects all demographics, not just one group.</li> <li>A higher power is necessary for true healing and recovery.</li> <li>Community support is crucial for long-term recovery success.</li> </ul>
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004 A Change in Direction
<p>In this episode, the host discusses the process of creating the podcast and the challenges of making evergreen content in the rapidly changing recovery scene in Arkansas. The host introduces their connection to the recovery world and the importance of subjective perspectives in understanding and addressing recovery. They also discuss the $26 billion settlement against pharmaceutical companies and the distribution of funds for new recovery programs. The host emphasizes the need for community support, the complexity of measuring the effectiveness of recovery programs, and the importance of investing in human beings' lives. They express their commitment to providing education and understanding about recovery in Arkansas.</p> <p>#recovery #arkansas #opioid #substanceabuse</p>
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003 Faith vs Science in Recovery
<p>Episode 3: Faith vs Science in Recovery</p> <p></p> <p>In this episode of Longterm, we explore the age-old debate between faith-based and science-based approaches to substance abuse recovery. Join us as we examine the unique perspectives, philosophies, and techniques that define these two paths toward healing and sobriety.</p> <p></p> <p>We'll discuss how faith-based recovery programs, rooted in spirituality and religious principles, offer comfort, community, and a sense of purpose to many individuals seeking redemption from addiction. On the other hand, we'll delve into science-based recovery, which relies on evidence-based methods, psychological frameworks, and medical treatments to address the complex nature of substance abuse.</p> <p></p> <p>Whether you're interested in the power of spiritual guidance or the rigor of scientific research, this episode will offer insights and perspectives that can help guide you or someone you know toward a path of sustained recovery. Tune in to find out where faith and science meet in the quest for sobriety. #recovery #drugabuse #substanceabuse #cleanliving #faith #science</p>
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002 Drugs of the Natural State
<p>It's not popular to think about what drugs may already be in your neighborhood. In this episode, we look at what are the less obvious instances of substance abuse that may even be in your own home, what schools tried to use to prevent drug use, and what do you do when you're addicted to legal substances.</p> <p></p> <p>#substanceabuse #addiction #recovery #drugs #opioid #arkansas</p>
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001 Seeking Recovery
<p>Join us on a journey through Arkansas as we dive into the lives of those seeking recovery from addiction and substance abuse in this powerful documentary series. Watch as individuals share their stories of struggle, hope, and perseverance in the face of addiction. #recovery #documentary #Arkansas #addiction #substanceabuse Follow Ti King<a href= "https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCfME9MmQ6LW_wBphYi-Scww" rel= "ugc noopener noreferrer" target= "_blank"> @tikingofficial </a> http://instagram.com/tikingofficial</p>
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Longterm Trailer
<p>Longterm Trailer Script</p> <p>Arkansas, the land of sprawling landscapes, beautiful parks and overflowing prisons. Our journey begins. Welcome to "Longterm," the podcast that dives deep into the pulse of recovery in Arkansas.</p> <p>In this documentary podcast, we walk with you through the current state of what it takes for addictions to be treated, how far services have come over the years, and how much further Arkansas has to go in treating in recovery while battling against stigmas. </p> <p>We also look at the dystopia Arkansas would be in if there were no recovery services available. </p> <p>"Longterm" takes you on a journey, where every episode is a step towards understanding, compassion, and transformation.</p> <p>Join us on this incredible journey. Where the hope of recovery is long term. </p> <p>Subscribe to Longterm on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and on all other major podcast platforms.</p> <p></p>