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by Umbrella Society

Recovery chat with host Blake Andison. Discover new views and approaches to recovery through individual stories and experiences.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • Alysha's Story

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    Alysha's Story

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    In this episode, Blake sits down with Alysha as she shares her struggles with alcohol and her conviction to enter recovery for the well being of her son. Alysha touches upon the hereditary aspect of addiction and her effort to break the cycle.

  • Scott's Story

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    Scott's Story

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    Today, Blake talks to Scott, a Foundation House alumni who experienced a unique and challenging recovery journey. Scott dives into the interventions and supports which helped him achieve his goals in recovery.

  • Bill's Story and Intensive Journaling

    Bill's Story and Intensive Journaling

    In this episode, Blake sits down with Bill, the enigmatic facilitator of the Intensive Journaling program offered at Umbrella. Bill shares the profound impact that the Intensive Journaling process had on him and how he has adapted the program to meet the needs of individuals struggling with substance use challenges.

  • Kristin's Story

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    Kristin's Story

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    In today's episode, the last episode of 2023, Blake sits down with Kristin, a member of our board and a member of this year's recovery campaign. Kristin shares her story along with some thoughts on substance use in the trades and systemic changes that need to happen to better support those struggling with substance use and mental health.

  • Eileen's Story

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    Eileen's Story

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    In this episode, Blake speaks with Eileen as she shares her story about growing up with addiction in her family and how it shaped her substance use challenges. Eileen's story is one of resiliency, self-discovery and transformation.