Welcoming the Outsider: A Conversation with Drew Callner

Welcoming the Outsider: A Conversation with Drew Callner

Ever felt like an outsider, struggling to find your place? Drew Callner knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of APC Recovery Cafe, Drew, an award-winning filmmaker, opens up about his journey from active addiction to finding a supportive community in Alabama. Growing up in Seattle, Drew's substance use began in his teenage years and gradually spiraled into a full-blown disorder.

Moving to Alabama was a turning point, leading him to recovery support groups like AA and HA, where he finally found the connection he had been missing. Drew's story is a testament to the power of community and the importance of hope in early recovery. Now the owner of Callner Creates, a video production business in Birmingham, Drew uses his platform to help others by sharing his experiences.

His work includes directing 'Recovering Hope', a documentary that delves into the lives of six individuals affected by the opioid epidemic and heroin addiction. This episode isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding your tribe and using your past struggles to make a difference. Tune in to hear Drew's inspiring journey and join the conversation on breaking the stigma surrounding substance use disorder.