Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
S2 E25 Karissa Jones (with Nathaniel Carpenter)
S2 E25 Karissa Jones (with Nathaniel Carpenter)
S2 E25 Karissa Jones (with Nathaniel Carpenter)
Monday 21st July 2025
Join a heartfelt discussion on addiction, grief, and healing with insights from Karissa Jones and Nathaniel Carpenter.
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104 minutes
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Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Exploring the impact of addiction on families.
- Understanding grief and finding ways to heal.
- The importance of supportive relationships.
- Karissa's journey from loss to empowerment.
- Insights on mental health and therapy.
Your mother is like a superhero. For sure. And so is your brother, and his light is still shining.
In this poignant episode of Pondoff’s Anonymous, Karissa Jones joins host Nathaniel Carpenter to share her emotional journey through the challenges of addiction and the profound impact it has had on her family. The episode is a heartfelt exploration of grief, resilience, and the path to healing. Karissa opens up about the loss of her brother, Jordan, who struggled with addiction and mental health issues.
She reflects on the pain and confusion that accompanied his passing, and the subsequent journey of coming to terms with his absence. Karissa discusses the complex dynamics within her family, highlighting the support and strength that her mother provided during these difficult times. She candidly shares the emotional turmoil of breaking the news of Jordan’s death to her mother and the ripple effect it had on their lives.
Through the narrative, listeners are invited to understand the multifaceted nature of grief and the importance of finding support systems that can help navigate such challenging times. The episode also delves into Karissa's personal growth and how she transitioned from being overwhelmed by grief to finding empowerment. She talks about her career shifts and how she now manages a large team, drawing strength from her experiences to become a source of support for others facing similar challenges.
Nathaniel Carpenter offers a compassionate platform for Karissa's story, providing listeners with insights into the realities of addiction and the importance of mental health awareness. The conversation is interspersed with lighter moments, offering a glimpse into the shared camaraderie and the power of human connection. Overall, this episode is not just a tale of struggle, but one of hope, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit in overcoming life's adversities.