Don’t Hide The Scars. Presented By PAIN: Parents & Addicts In Need

PAIN⁠ @painnonprofit ⁠Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down to discuss California Assembly Bill 3171, authored by Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria to Hold Fentanyl Traffickers Accountable by increasing the punishment for selling more than 28 grams of fentanyl. It escalates the prison sentence from up to four years to up to 9. The bill is as follows: Existing law classifies controlled substances into 5 schedules and places the greatest restrictions and penalties on the use of those

PAIN @painnonprofit Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with special guest, Brian McAlister of @MyMentalHealthInc .Brian McAlister is a transformational figure who emerged from a 20-year battle with addiction and alcoholism, embarking on a remarkable journey of recovery and resilience. Initiated on August 2, 1990, his holistic approach to recovery extends beyond sobriety, encompassing career success, financial stability, healthy relationships, and spiritual growth. Brian's

@painnonprofit  Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down for a one on one conversation to discuss the evolution of policy in the addiction crisis that we are begging to see. But is it enough to help those suffering from addiction and their loved ones?We converse about the following topics and more. Intro 00:00 Are we in the War on Recovery as long-term harm reduction is becoming more of the norm ? 01:10 Why do we say there's no such a thing as "safe supply" when it

PAIN  @painnonprofit Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with special guest Susan Bartz Herrick, MFA, EdD. The writer of the compelling non-fiction memoir, "Slow Dancing with the Devil: A Son’s Substance Use Disorder, A Mother’s Anguish," available from McFarland Books. "Slow Dancing with the Devil" is a powerful narrative that delves into Susan's personal journey alongside her son, Luke, who tragically fell victim to addiction. As a highly accredited

PAIN Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with special guest Steve Adami executive director of The Way Out, a recovery-focused homeless initiative of The Salvation Army San Francisco. After spending over two decades in and out of jails and prison my life changed. My recovery and transformation started in a pair of handcuffs. After being released from prison in December 2010, I earned a Master's Degree in Public Administration (Public Policy/Criminal Justice); was inducted into

PAIN Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down for a one on one conversation to discuss some various topics that include PAIN's expansion and growing initiatives.We converse about the various school districts that PAIN has provided Narcan (Naloxone) the life saving opioid overdose to, and why we think more aren't replying to our offering to provide it free to everyone of their classrooms. We also discuss the plans to bring PAIN's services to more communities in California

PAIN Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with special guest Richard Gallardo Ozuna.Richard Gallardo Ozuna, is a 60 years old model, actor, and motivational speaker. Richard will celebrate 21 years of sobriety on April 10th, 2024. Richard proudly shares his recovery journey on social media, to empower those who are struggling from alcohol or drug addiction, letting them know they are not alone. Richard, Flindt and Jason discuss the following topics and more. Why does Richard

PAIN Founder Flindt Andersen and Jason LaChance sat down with special guest  @SheriffThaddeusCleveland .Mr. Cleveland is the Sheriff for Terrell County, Texas. He was first appointed as Sheriff on May 17, 2022 and later elected into office. Sheriff Cleveland spent just over 26 years in the United States Border Patrol and the last 11 years of his career as the Patrol Agent in Charge of the Sanderson Border Patrol Station. Sheriff Cleveland entered on duty with the U.S. Border Patrol on February