Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution

Rachel L. talks about Children Family Services and the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) stigma. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 50: Rachel L and Children Family Services first appeared on AM 950.

This week Caddy Frink and Sarah revisit how Caddy was able to get on her own road to recovery. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 49: Caddy and Sarah Revisit Caddy’s Path to Recovery first appeared on AM 950.

This week Caddy and Sarah talk about the importance of community when it comes to recovery. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 48: Caddy and Sarah on the Importance of Community first appeared on AM 950.

This week host Caddy Frink is joined by Kinzie, who talks about her her journey to recovery. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 47: Kinzie’s Recovery Journey first appeared on AM 950.

Julian joins Caddy for this week’s conversation. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 46: Caddy and Julian in Conversation first appeared on AM 950.

This episode originally aired July 12, 2025: This week hosts Caddy Frink and Erin Fitzgerald discuss the importance of self-care with recovery. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 45: Self-Care first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy and Jennifer revisit SUD and the lived experance of a normie and and a Not normie The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 44: Caddy and Jennifer Revisit Recovery for Normies/Non Normies first appeared on AM 950.

Adam Birkenstock & Cat Callan talk about there recovery journeys and where they are today. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 42: Adam and Cat Talk About Their Recovery Journey first appeared on AM 950.

This week Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp talk about New Years resolutions and goal setting and how to realistically manage those goals. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 41: Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp on Goal Setting first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy Frink is joined by Josie Olson and Rachel Lien, who are both Recovery Corps Recovery Navigators at MN Recovery Connection. This continues our conversation from last week as they talk about their personal growth within the recovery corps program. The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 40: Josie Olson and Rachel Lien Part 2 first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy Frink is joined by Josie Olson and Rachel Lien, who are both Recovery Corps Recovery Navigators at MN Recovery Connection. This week they share their own stories about their journeys to recovery. The post Ep. 39: Josie Olson and Rachel Lien Part 1 first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy and Alicia talk about coping with Holiday stressers and managing your recovery. The post Ep. 38: Dealing with Holiday Stress While in Recovery first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy and Sabrina talk about Sabrina’s story as well as community and culture with recovering from addiction. The post Ep. 37: Sabrina from MRC and Her Story first appeared on AM 950.

This week Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp have a pre-holiday conversation! The post Ep. 36: Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp first appeared on AM 950.

Host Caddy Frink is joined by Dr. Sue Hoisington from Nuway Alliance. Dr. Hoisington is a leader in the field of treating co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders with over 30 years of experience in the field. The post Ep. 35: Dr. Sue Hoisington – Nuway Alliance first appeared on AM 950.

Darnell Cox, operations directory of Minnesota Recovery Connection, as they talk about his journey to recovery and overcoming a Methamphetamine addiction. The post Ep. 34: Darnell Cox and His Journey to Recovery first appeared on AM 950.

Sarah and Caddy discuss “normie” questions and share thoughts on SUD, or substance use disorder. The post Ep. 33: Sarah and Caddy Discuss Some SUD 101 questions first appeared on AM 950.

This week we’re joined by Wendy Hack, CPRS and Grant writer at Minnesota Recovery Connection. Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music or at minnesotarecovery.org #redefiningrecoveryarecoveryrevolution #redefiningrecovery #recoveryrevolution #minnesotarecovery #harmreduction #wedorecover #recoveryconnection #cprs #minnesotarecoveryconnection #mnrecoveryconnection #meetemwheretheryreat #harmreductionsaveslives #peerrecoveryspecialist #advocacy #peerservices The post Ep. 32: Wendy Hack MRC first appeared on AM 950.

It’s been exactly 30 show’s since this journey on the radio began for Caddy and Erin, but far before that, Erin had other dreams. As Caddy fullfills her dream of being on the Radio in Recovery, Erin will embark on her own dream of living on a tropical Island and sharing her passion for recovery… The post Ep. 31: Erin shares her gratitude as she sets out for new adventures first appeared on AM 950.

Derek Johnson and Alex Doying join us to share what Amethyst Recovery Solutions is doing for our communities. They also share what recovery means to them and their hopes for Amethyst’s future. Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music or at minnesotarecovery.org #redefiningrecoveryarecoveryrevolution #redefiningrecovery #recoveryrevolution #minnesotarecovery #harmreduction #wedorecover #recoveryconnection #cprs #minnesotarecoveryconnection… The post Ep. 30: Amethyst Recovery Solutions first appeared on AM 950.

Dan Kelly, Overdose Prevention Director at Steve Rummler Hope Network, joins us to share part of his recovery journey and talk about SRHN, and organization that strives to make Naloxone accessible statewide. Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music or at minnesotarecovery.org #redefiningrecoveryarecoveryrevolution #redefiningrecovery #recoveryrevolution #minnesotarecovery #harmreduction #wedorecover #recoveryconnection #cprs #minnesotarecoveryconnection… The post Ep. 29: Daniel Kelly and Steve Rummler Hope Network first appeared on AM 950.

Jay Orne, from The Aliveness Project, share some of his personal recovery journey and speaks about the history of and the work being done at The Aliveness Project. The post Ep. 28: Jay Orne and The Aliveness Project first appeared on AM 950.

Meg Allen joins us again to talk about her recovery and the PAC (Peer Alliance Council). The post Ep. 27: Meg Allen first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy and Erin are joined by guest, Meg Allen to talk about the upcoming Annual Event; The Walk For Recovery. We discuss the history of the event and what are the happenings of the day. The conversation leads to discussions about why and how we can support those with substance use disorder. The post Ep. 26: At the Walk For Recovery first appeared on AM 950.

This week hosts Caddy Frink and Erin Fitzgerald are joined by Monique Bourgeois, chief community relations officer at Nuway Alliance. The post Ep. 25: Nuway Alliance – A Grassroots Organizatrion first appeared on AM 950.

Yeng (Y) Moua, Office Manager & CPRS at Minnesota Recovery Connection, share part of his recovery journey as a Hmong man. Y goes into details about some of his personal struggles and what led to his substance use disorder as well as justice involvement and the challenges he faced in recovery. Y also explains some… The post Ep. 24: In the Hmong community first appeared on AM 950.

Communication or lack thereof can be key in connecting with individuals struggling with substance. In this show, Erin & Caddy discuss communication and look at the 5 love languages to help break down how simply communicating on someone else’s level can truly be a benefit. The post Ep. 23: Using the Right Kind of Communication first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy & Erin discuss the Recovery Bill of Rights and the importance of treating people who use alcohol and drugs like any other human. The post Ep. 22: Recovery Bill of Rights first appeared on AM 950.

This week Erin and Caddy talk about the driving factors of being a Peer Recovery Specialist. We take a look at the 10 guiding priciples set forth by SAMHSA. The post Ep. 21: The principles behind the peers first appeared on AM 950.

This week we talk about mentorship and peer support for individuals with a justice involved background with two guests, Justin McNeal & Rocky DeYoung. The post Ep. 20: Justice involved conversation first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy and Sarah talk about recovery and the many challenges individuals are faced with. The post Ep. 19: Sarah shares part of her recovery journey first appeared on AM 950.

This week Caddy Frink is joined by Lance Frederick, recovery and resiliency market lead/liaison with Minnesota Recovery Connection, as they talk about Lance’s journey to recovery and suicide prevention. The post Ep. 18: Real talk about suicide prevention first appeared on AM 950.

This week hosts Caddy Frink and Erin Fitzgerald discuss the importance of self-care with recovery. The post Ep. 17: Self-Care first appeared on AM 950.

This weeks the discussion revolves around culturally specific services. Why it’s important to offer services specific to a culture or minority groups and how we, as a community can gain cultural awareness. We cannot ignore the disparities in our communities. Native Americans and African Americans are dying from substance use disorder at rates far greater… The post Ep. 16: CLAS: Culturally Linguistic and Appropriate Services first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy and Erin are live from TC Pride! The post Ep. 15: Live from Twin Cities Pride first appeared on AM 950.

We welcome our guests, Andi and Rina, from Twin Cities Pride as they open the doors to conversations about the LGBTQ+ community and the intersections with SUD and mental health. The conversation could go on for days with the 4 hosts as they share stories of stigma and hope. MRC is especcially excited to host… The post Ep. 14: We are in the midst of a Recovery Revolution! Joined by Twin Cities Pride first appeared on AM 950.

In part 2 of our series, our friend, Bill Houston, returns to tell more of his recovery journey. Life with a new liver and stigma around his recovery. The post Ep. 13: Our friend Bill Houston Part 2 first appeared on AM 950.

In the first of a 2-part series, Bill Houston takes us on a trip through his complex journey to recovery. We hear, not only about his struggles with substance, but the stigma he received from various people and places. The post Ep. 12: Our friend Bill Houston Part 1 first appeared on AM 950.

This week hosts Caddy Frink and Erin Fitzgerald discuss medicated assistance recovery and treatment. The post Ep. 11: MAR/MAT first appeared on AM 950.

Justin contributes to the conversation about recovery as he shares some of his recovery journey, as well as his role at Minnesota Recovery Connection and how he became a part of their team. The post Ep. 10: A look inside the life of recoveree, Justin Fuller first appeared on AM 950.

The conversation continues as Caddy and Erin discuss how we can approach folx who are using substances and plant the seed of recovery without “should-ing” people. How can we show people support and allow them to live out their own journey while protecting ourselves? The post Ep. 9: Planting seeds of recovery to those we love first appeared on AM 950.

Hosts Caddy and Erin delve into the topic of Trauma Informed Care, emphasizing its critical importance in working with individuals. They highlight that around 94% of individuals diagnosed with Substance Use Disorder have encountered significant trauma in their lives, with approximately 70% of individuals reporting childhood trauma. Recognizing this correlation is pivotal in the journey… The post Ep. 8: Recovery through a trauma informed lens first appeared on AM 950.

Erin interviews the Justice Involved Director, Alicia Doty, from Minnesota Recovery Connection. Alicia shares part of her personal recovery journey and experience with the justice system. The conversation flows as Erin and Alicia discuss why individuals with substance use disorder face even more stigma and barriers if they have “criminal backgrounds” or have been labeled… The post Ep. 7: A Look Inside the Lives of Recoveree’s Who Have Involvement in the Justice System first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy & Erin invite their new friend, Jennifer, an ally to the recovery community, to have a conversation about her perspective on recovery and her own personal journey. Jennifer opens up and shares why she is an ally to the recovery community and how her perspective on recovery has changed in recent months. Find us… The post Ep. 6: What does it mean to be an ally to the recovery community first appeared on AM 950.

How do the words we use affect us and the people around us? We talk about how words are stigmatizing and can push people down. We want to change the way we apeakt o and about individuals who use drugs and show how we can lift them up and help support them by the changing… The post Ep. 5: Redifining Recovery with Language first appeared on AM 950.

Join a discussion about Harm Reduction: What is Harm Reduction and why is it important? How can we support harm reduction practices and they people who utilize these life saving options. Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify or at minnesotarecovery.org #redefiningrecovery #recoveryrevolution #minnesotarecovery #harmreduction #wedorecover #recoveryconnection #cprs #minnesotarecoveryconnection #mnrecoveryconnection #meetemwheretheryreat #harmreductionsaveslives #peerrecoveryspecialist #advocacy #peerservices The post Ep. 4: A Harm Reduction Pathway to Recovery first appeared on AM 950.

What is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist and why is their role crucial to the recovery community? When did Peer Recovery services come to life? Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify or at minnesotarecovery.org #redefiningrecovery #recoveryrevolution #minnesotarecovery #harmreduction #wedorecover #recoveryconnection #cprs #minnesotarecoveryconnection #mnrecoveryconnection #meetemwheretheryreat #harmreductionsaveslives #peerrecoveryspecialist #advocacy #peerservices The post Ep. 3: Peer Recovery Specialist Aupport first appeared on AM 950.

We continue to learn about our hosts. In this episode, Erin shares some things led to her substance use and her recovery journey. Find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify or at minnesotarecovery.org #redefiningrecovery #recoveryrevolution #minnesotarecovery #harmreduction #wedorecover #recoveryconnection #cprs #minnesotarecoveryconnection #mnrecoveryconnection #meetemwheretheryreat #harmreductionsaveslives #peerrecoveryspecialist #advocacy #peerservices The post Ep. 2: A look inside the lives of recoveree’s with Erin Fitzgerald Pt. 2 first appeared on AM 950.

We open the door to conversations about Substance Use Disorder, Recovery and all of the many possible facets we need to think about when a person is struggling with substance use. Get to know your host Caddy as she shares part of her journey to recovery. Learn what “qualifies” your hosts to lead these conversations.… The post Ep. 1: A look inside the lives of recoveree’s with Erin Fitzgerald Pt. 1 first appeared on AM 950.

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