Ryan Hampton's Mission to Revolutionize Recovery Support & AdvocacyRyan Hampton's Mission to Revolutionize Recovery Support & Advocacy
Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett Lovins
Ryan Hampton shares his journey from heroin addiction to founding Mobilize Recovery, advocating for change and breaking down stigma in recovery support.
33:22•5 Jan 2025
Ryan Hampton: From Heroin Addiction to Recovery Advocate
Episode Overview
- Ryan Hampton's transformative journey from heroin addiction to advocacy.
- Founding and growing Mobilize Recovery to mobilize 70,000 advocates.
- Highlighting the importance of lived experience in shaping recovery policies.
- Collaborating with celebrities to amplify the recovery message.
- Addressing the gaps in the healthcare system for people in recovery.
“Recovery should not be about luck. Treatment should not be about luck.”
Ryan Hampton's journey from heroin addiction to becoming a leading recovery advocate is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett Lovins, Ryan shares his story of overcoming addiction and founding Mobilize Recovery, a non-profit that has mobilized 70,000 advocates across the U.S. Ryan opens up about his struggles with homelessness and near-death experiences, which propelled him to create a movement aimed at breaking down stigma and advocating for better recovery support systems.
His candid discussion highlights the gaps in the healthcare system and the importance of lived experience in shaping recovery policies. Ryan also touches on his collaboration with well-known figures like Macklemore to amplify the message of recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for hope and practical insights into the world of recovery advocacy.
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