Partnership to End Addiction
Partnership to End Addiction
Recovery Through Music and Harm Reduction with This Must Be the Place’s William Perry
Recovery Through Music and Harm Reduction with This Must Be the Place’s William Perry
Recovery Through Music and Harm Reduction with This Must Be the Place’s William Perry
Tuesday 7th October 2025
William Perry shares his journey from addiction to recovery, co-founding an organisation that combines music, arts, and harm reduction.
33 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Recovery can be supported through arts and music.
- Harm reduction is crucial for saving lives.
- Connection with others aids in overcoming addiction.
- Naloxone kits can prevent opioid overdose deaths.
- Personal stories inspire community transformation.
"We like to call ourselves the gateway drug to recovery."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this captivating episode, William Perry shares his journey from childhood trauma and opioid addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for many. After spending 10 years in prison, Perry co-founded 'This Must Be the Place', an organisation that blends music, arts, and harm reduction to support recovery. Perry's story highlights the importance of meeting people where they are, distributing naloxone kits at concerts and festivals across the country.
Through music and connection, Perry illustrates how recovery can transform lives and communities. His personal experiences with addiction and recovery offer a raw yet inspiring narrative that challenges the traditional 'just say no' approach. Perry emphasises the need for harm reduction strategies and the power of music in understanding and expressing emotions. The episode offers a glimpse into Perry's life, including his journey through law school and his marriage to a documentary producer who was investigating COVID outbreaks in prisons.
With over 100,000 naloxone kits distributed and more than 1,500 lives saved, Perry's work is not just about reducing harm but also fostering conversations that lead to recovery. The episode leaves listeners pondering the complexities of addiction and the innovative ways communities can support those in need. Could music be the key to unlocking deeper connections in recovery?