The Challenges Inc Podcast
Marc Burrows
Carrying the Story Forward with Raymond Velazquez-Turner
Carrying the Story Forward with Raymond Velazquez-Turner
Carrying the Story Forward with Raymond Velazquez-Turner
Monday 22nd December 2025
Raymond Velazquez-Turner shares his journey from adversity to advocacy, highlighting the power of compassion and community-centred approaches.
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66 minutes
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Episode Overview
- The importance of intersectional public health approaches.
- Compassion and care are crucial in healthcare settings.
- Lived experience should guide public health policies.
- Creating spaces where people feel accepted is essential.
- Harm reduction focuses on humanity and dignity.
Harm reduction isn't about lowering standards; it's about raising humanity.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode, Raymond Velazquez-Turner shares his inspiring journey from adversity to advocacy, providing a raw and honest account of his experiences with substance use, HIV, and the challenges faced by marginalised communities. As a public health leader and harm reduction advocate, Raymond delves into the complexities of identity, systemic barriers, and the importance of lived experience in creating effective change.
Through candid conversations, listeners gain a deeper understanding of how intersectionality shapes one's path and the power of compassion in healthcare. This episode isn't just about overcoming personal struggles; it's a call to action for systemic change in public health policies. Raymond's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the impact of community-centred approaches. So, what can we learn from those who have battled addiction?
And how can we create spaces where people don't have to split themselves apart to be accepted? Tune in to find out.