Gary Hendler
Gary Hendler
EPISODE 121225
EPISODE 121225
EPISODE 121225
Saturday 13th December 2025
Explore Steve Forzato's journey from law enforcement to education, offering insights on addiction and human trafficking.
55 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Eye-opening
Compassionate
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Gary Hendler
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!From Undercover to Educator: Steve Forzato's Journey
Episode Overview
- Steve Forzato shares insights from his career in law enforcement.
- Discusses the intersection of addiction and human trafficking.
- Highlights initiatives offering treatment instead of jail for nonviolent offenders.
- Emphasizes the importance of education in addressing addiction.
- Encourages understanding addiction as a public health issue.
"Why not give an opportunity for the users, the buyers, to get some help?"
Ever wondered what drives someone to choose a life without alcohol and drugs? This episode of Clean and Sober Radio brings you a gripping conversation between host Gary Hendler and special guest Stephen Forzato. With three decades of experience in wiretapping, undercover operations, and interviews, Steve offers a rare perspective on America's drug epidemic and its link to human trafficking. His stories from the front lines provide an unfiltered look into the world of law enforcement and addiction recovery.
Steve's journey from a narcotics enforcement officer to an educator at St. Joseph's University is both inspiring and eye-opening. He shares anecdotes about his time as an undercover agent, revealing the gritty realities of his work. From tales of high-risk drug busts to the complexities of human trafficking, Steve paints a vivid picture of the challenges faced by those in his field.
The episode also highlights Steve's role in developing initiatives like the Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative (LETI), which aims to offer treatment opportunities to nonviolent offenders instead of jail time. This approach reflects a shift towards understanding addiction as a public health issue rather than just a criminal one. Listeners will find themselves captivated by Steve's dedication to helping those affected by addiction and his efforts to educate others about the signs of human trafficking.
His passion for making a difference is palpable, and his insights offer hope for those battling addiction or seeking to understand it better. Whether you're interested in the intersections of law enforcement and addiction recovery or looking for stories of transformation and hope, this episode is a must-listen. It reminds us that recovery is possible, and with the right support, lives can be changed for the better.