Recovery Matters! PodcastRecovery Matters! Podcast
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
'Recovery Matters! Podcast' shares genuine conversations on addiction and recovery with guests from all areas of the Recovery Movement.
Episodes: 216
Recovery Matters! Podcast: Honest Conversations on Addiction and Healing
Curious about the real stories behind addiction recovery? 'Recovery Matters! Podcast' by CCAR is your go-to for genuine conversations that explore the multifaceted journey of overcoming addiction. Hosted by Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, and Melvin Cabrera, this podcast invites guests from all corners of the Recovery Movement to share their experiences and insights. Whether it's through personal anecdotes, practical advice, or heartfelt discussions, each episode aims to shed light on the many pathways to recovery.
You'll hear about everything from spiritual alignment and harm reduction methods to the impact of family dynamics on both addiction and recovery. What sets 'Recovery Matters! Podcast' apart is its unwavering focus on hope. Each guest brings a unique perspective that reinforces the message that life after addiction is not only possible but also filled with potential.
The hosts and guests don't shy away from injecting humor into their conversations, reminding us that even in the darkest times, there are moments worth laughing about. If you're looking for a podcast that offers authentic stories and practical wisdom from those who have walked the path of recovery, 'Recovery Matters! Podcast' is a must-listen. Tune in to CCAR’s website or your favorite podcast app and join the conversation today.
Latest Episodes
“He Took Me on a Date… to an NA Meeting”
Kat recounts her journey from early drinking in Ecuador, through global drug use and heroin overdose, to recovery built on NA, rehab, education and community support. She also shares a relapse after …
“If It Kept Working… I’d Still Be Using” | From Addiction to PhD
Margaret Lloyd Seeger shares her journey from active addiction and early sobriety struggles to becoming a researcher focused on families, pregnancy and substance use. She reflects on how recovery res…
Mourning Someone Who Was Still Alive
Christina shares her heartfelt journey through her brother's addiction and her efforts to implement supportive measures in schools to aid recovery.
I Honestly Hate Being Sober” – A Gen Z Recovery Story
A young Gen Z shares their raw and honest journey through sobriety, highlighting the importance of community support and exploring diverse recovery methods.

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