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    <description>Welcome to "Connections," the podcast that bridges the gap between addiction and mental health through the prism of policy and practice. Join the hosts, Morgan Coyner and Sara Howe, as they unravel the intricate connections within the world of addiction. In each episode, they dive deep into the intersection of prevention and recovery.</description>
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    <itunes:summary>Welcome to "Connections," the podcast that bridges the gap between addiction and mental health through the prism of policy and practice. Join the hosts, Morgan Coyner and Sara Howe, as they unravel the intricate connections within the world of addiction. In each episode, they dive deep into the intersection of prevention and recovery.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Connecting Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Education to the General Public with Lauren Borchert </title>
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      <title>Connecting Recovery Communities and Incarcerated Individuals with Jesse Battle </title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by the Senior Director of Community Partnerships at TROSA to discuss his journey from active addiction and incarceration to being a cornerstone of the recovery community in North Carolina. Listeners will gain insights into the importance of support for people in recovery and how recovery communities can act as an antidote to the systemic issues that keep people incarcerated.  </p>]]>
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      <title>Connecting Alcohol with Cancer Risk with Catherine T. Brunson</title>
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      <title>Connecting Problem Gambling with Sports Betting Apps with Tiffany Reddick and Josh Hampton</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by two problem gambling professionals, Tiffany Reddick and Josh Hampton, to discuss the increase of problem gambling among all age demographics due to the availability of gambling. Listeners will gain greater awareness of problem gambling in North Carolina, including the common signs and symptoms to watch for, as well as resources and support services available to help individuals and families who may be affected.</p>]]>
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      <title>Connecting Substance Use with OCD and Anxiety with Dr. Patrick McGrath </title>
      <itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting Working Professionals with Counseling Services with Tameka Wade Brewington </title>
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      <title>Connecting Pro Athletes and Sports Betting with Rex Chapman </title>
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      <title>Connecting Hurricane Helene with Disaster Recovery Expert with Chris Hoffman</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this special episode of Connections by APNC, Sara and Morgan are joined by Chris Hoffman, a longtime member of the behavioral health field and someone with experience in natural disaster recovery, to discuss initial reactions when people are hit by a natural disaster and the ways that our field can offer support to those affected.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:30:26 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>BONUS EPISODE: Connecting Harm Reduction with Self-Agency with Margaret Bordeaux</title>
      <itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this live podcast recording, we explore harm reduction as more than just a set of strategies for reducing the negative consequences of drug use. We discuss how it is a radical shift in thinking—focused on meeting individuals where they are, affirming their dignity, and promoting autonomy. Through personal stories and professional insights, our guest will unpack the core idea of harm reduction as a means of empowering individuals who use drugs to take control of their health, well-being, and future.Listeners will hear how harm reduction fosters self-agency by centering the person, not the substance, and supporting them in making informed decisions about their lives. From syringe exchange programs to overdose prevention services, harm reduction provides tools and resources that enable people who use drugs to reduce risks, connect with support networks, and ultimately reclaim their sense of self-determination.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this live podcast recording, we explore harm reduction as more than just a set of strategies for reducing the negative consequences of drug use. We discuss how it is a radical shift in thinking—focused on meeting individuals where they are, affirming their dignity, and promoting autonomy. Through personal stories and professional insights, our guest will unpack the core idea of harm reduction as a means of empowering individuals who use drugs to take control of their health, well-being, and future.Listeners will hear how harm reduction fosters self-agency by centering the person, not the substance, and supporting them in making informed decisions about their lives. From syringe exchange programs to overdose prevention services, harm reduction provides tools and resources that enable people who use drugs to reduce risks, connect with support networks, and ultimately reclaim their sense of self-determination.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:36:17 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this live podcast recording, we explore harm reduction as more than just a set of strategies for reducing the negative consequences of drug use. We discuss how it is a radical shift in thinking—focused on meeting individuals where they are, affirming their dignity, and promoting autonomy. Through personal stories and professional insights, our guest will unpack the core idea of harm reduction as a means of empowering individuals who use drugs to take control of their health, well-being, and future.Listeners will hear how harm reduction fosters self-agency by centering the person, not the substance, and supporting them in making informed decisions about their lives. From syringe exchange programs to overdose prevention services, harm reduction provides tools and resources that enable people who use drugs to reduce risks, connect with support networks, and ultimately reclaim their sense of self-determination.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting Justice-Involved Individuals with Societal Support with Gene Ettison</title>
      <itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Justice-Involved Individuals with Societal Support with Gene Ettison</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On the season finale of Connections’ second season, Morgan and Sara are joined by Gene Ettison from the United Way of Rutherford County to discuss how he is connecting people transitioning out of incarceration with peers who help them adjust to their new life. Listeners will understand how empathy and compassion is the way forward when assisting individuals recently released from incarceration.</p><p><br></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On the season finale of Connections’ second season, Morgan and Sara are joined by Gene Ettison from the United Way of Rutherford County to discuss how he is connecting people transitioning out of incarceration with peers who help them adjust to their new life. Listeners will understand how empathy and compassion is the way forward when assisting individuals recently released from incarceration.</p><p><br></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:54:01 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On the season finale of Connections’ second season, Morgan and Sara are joined by Gene Ettison from the United Way of Rutherford County to discuss how he is connecting people transitioning out of incarceration with peers who help them adjust to their new life. Listeners will understand how empathy and compassion is the way forward when assisting individuals recently released from incarceration.</p><p><br></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Supervision with Making Meaning in Helping Professions with Chaz Franke</title>
      <itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>21</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Supervision with Making Meaning in Helping Professions with Chaz Franke</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan sit down with Chaz Franke, therapist and social worker, to discuss how competent supervision and mentorship can guide professionals through periods of distress at work. Listeners will gain a new understanding of the supervisor position and how to reframe their mindset from quantity of work to quality to avoid burnout.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan sit down with Chaz Franke, therapist and social worker, to discuss how competent supervision and mentorship can guide professionals through periods of distress at work. Listeners will gain a new understanding of the supervisor position and how to reframe their mindset from quantity of work to quality to avoid burnout.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:34:26 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1623</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan sit down with Chaz Franke, therapist and social worker, to discuss how competent supervision and mentorship can guide professionals through periods of distress at work. Listeners will gain a new understanding of the supervisor position and how to reframe their mindset from quantity of work to quality to avoid burnout.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Behavioral Healthcare with Physical Healthcare with Tym Rourke</title>
      <itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>20</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Behavioral Healthcare with Physical Healthcare with Tym Rourke</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Tym Rourke of Third Horizons to discuss the differences between the infrastructure in place to treat children with cancer and the infrastructure (or lack thereof) in place to treat children with substance use disorders. Listeners will learn about the inconsistencies in treatment based on the type of disease that manifests and how we can ensure that all illnesses are attended to with the same urgency.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Tym Rourke of Third Horizons to discuss the differences between the infrastructure in place to treat children with cancer and the infrastructure (or lack thereof) in place to treat children with substance use disorders. Listeners will learn about the inconsistencies in treatment based on the type of disease that manifests and how we can ensure that all illnesses are attended to with the same urgency.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1479</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Tym Rourke of Third Horizons to discuss the differences between the infrastructure in place to treat children with cancer and the infrastructure (or lack thereof) in place to treat children with substance use disorders. Listeners will learn about the inconsistencies in treatment based on the type of disease that manifests and how we can ensure that all illnesses are attended to with the same urgency.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Collecting Prevention Practices with College Students with Emmy Knowles</title>
      <itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Collecting Prevention Practices with College Students with Emmy Knowles</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Morgan and Sara are joined by Emmy Knowles, the Director of Collegiate Prevention at APNC, to discuss the protective factors on campuses to ensure student safety regarding alcohol and other drugs. Listeners will gain insights into the state of college campuses and prevention programming in North Carolina and the Leadership Academy at APNC, which is working to introduce young people to the field. </p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Morgan and Sara are joined by Emmy Knowles, the Director of Collegiate Prevention at APNC, to discuss the protective factors on campuses to ensure student safety regarding alcohol and other drugs. Listeners will gain insights into the state of college campuses and prevention programming in North Carolina and the Leadership Academy at APNC, which is working to introduce young people to the field. </p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:50:38 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>962</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Morgan and Sara are joined by Emmy Knowles, the Director of Collegiate Prevention at APNC, to discuss the protective factors on campuses to ensure student safety regarding alcohol and other drugs. Listeners will gain insights into the state of college campuses and prevention programming in North Carolina and the Leadership Academy at APNC, which is working to introduce young people to the field. </p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Data to Humanity with Chris Hart</title>
      <itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Data to Humanity with Chris Hart</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Chris Hart, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Third Horizon Strategies, to discuss how our field tracks our work and how to collect and utilize data without losing sight of the real people we are trying to help. Chris also describes his time working with collegiate recovery when it was not a common practice. Listeners will learn about how people who work with data and strategy keep humanity at the forefront of their minds and how overlooking the people we are trying to help can go against the reasons that the data is being collected in the first place.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Chris Hart, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Third Horizon Strategies, to discuss how our field tracks our work and how to collect and utilize data without losing sight of the real people we are trying to help. Chris also describes his time working with collegiate recovery when it was not a common practice. Listeners will learn about how people who work with data and strategy keep humanity at the forefront of their minds and how overlooking the people we are trying to help can go against the reasons that the data is being collected in the first place.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:40:05 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1943</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Chris Hart, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Third Horizon Strategies, to discuss how our field tracks our work and how to collect and utilize data without losing sight of the real people we are trying to help. Chris also describes his time working with collegiate recovery when it was not a common practice. Listeners will learn about how people who work with data and strategy keep humanity at the forefront of their minds and how overlooking the people we are trying to help can go against the reasons that the data is being collected in the first place.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting Peer Support with Sustainable Careers with Erin Bowman</title>
      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Peer Support with Sustainable Careers with Erin Bowman</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by Erin Bowman, CEO of the Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center, in front of a live studio audience to discuss blazing a trail for peers to create a career in the field and the ways that peers can help create a safety net for patients going through treatment. Listeners will learn how implementing peers substantially helps the peer and the patient.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by Erin Bowman, CEO of the Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center, in front of a live studio audience to discuss blazing a trail for peers to create a career in the field and the ways that peers can help create a safety net for patients going through treatment. Listeners will learn how implementing peers substantially helps the peer and the patient.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:26:41 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1048</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by Erin Bowman, CEO of the Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center, in front of a live studio audience to discuss blazing a trail for peers to create a career in the field and the ways that peers can help create a safety net for patients going through treatment. Listeners will learn how implementing peers substantially helps the peer and the patient.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting Students with Collegiate Recovery with Jarmichael Harris</title>
      <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Students with Collegiate Recovery with Jarmichael Harris</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by APNC team member and Director of Scholastic Recovery, Jarmichael Harris to discuss his journey as a trailblazer in North Carolina collegiate recovery and how the state became a national example. Listeners will gain new insight into what it takes for a collegiate recovery program to succeed on campuses and what students need to feel safe and heard. </p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by APNC team member and Director of Scholastic Recovery, Jarmichael Harris to discuss his journey as a trailblazer in North Carolina collegiate recovery and how the state became a national example. Listeners will gain new insight into what it takes for a collegiate recovery program to succeed on campuses and what students need to feel safe and heard. </p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:11:25 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1264</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by APNC team member and Director of Scholastic Recovery, Jarmichael Harris to discuss his journey as a trailblazer in North Carolina collegiate recovery and how the state became a national example. Listeners will gain new insight into what it takes for a collegiate recovery program to succeed on campuses and what students need to feel safe and heard. </p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting with Stories of Recovery with Michael Roberts</title>
      <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting with Stories of Recovery with Michael Roberts</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>September is National Recovery Month! All month long, Connections will be bringing you interviews about various aspects of recovery. To kick this off, this week, Sara and Morgan are joined by fellow APNC's Director of Outreach, Michael Roberts, to discuss his personal story of recovery and the journey from active addiction to working in the substance use field. Mike brings his real-world experience as a person in recovery and the owner of a recovery home to talk about how to help people in active use and when to establish boundaries when somebody you love is repeatedly causing you harm.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>September is National Recovery Month! All month long, Connections will be bringing you interviews about various aspects of recovery. To kick this off, this week, Sara and Morgan are joined by fellow APNC's Director of Outreach, Michael Roberts, to discuss his personal story of recovery and the journey from active addiction to working in the substance use field. Mike brings his real-world experience as a person in recovery and the owner of a recovery home to talk about how to help people in active use and when to establish boundaries when somebody you love is repeatedly causing you harm.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:03:34 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1448</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>September is National Recovery Month! All month long, Connections will be bringing you interviews about various aspects of recovery. To kick this off, this week, Sara and Morgan are joined by fellow APNC's Director of Outreach, Michael Roberts, to discuss his personal story of recovery and the journey from active addiction to working in the substance use field. Mike brings his real-world experience as a person in recovery and the owner of a recovery home to talk about how to help people in active use and when to establish boundaries when somebody you love is repeatedly causing you harm.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting Community Service with Recovery Professionals with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry</title>
      <itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Community Service with Recovery Professionals with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Sara and Morgan, in front of a live studio audience, continue last season’s conversation with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Recovery Solutions to discuss how recovery professionals can establish themselves not just in a community but as part of the community. Listeners will gain insights on establishing a wide network of connections in a community and how listening to people directly can change an organization’s approach to offering help.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Sara and Morgan, in front of a live studio audience, continue last season’s conversation with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Recovery Solutions to discuss how recovery professionals can establish themselves not just in a community but as part of the community. Listeners will gain insights on establishing a wide network of connections in a community and how listening to people directly can change an organization’s approach to offering help.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 12:01:30 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1424</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Sara and Morgan, in front of a live studio audience, continue last season’s conversation with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Recovery Solutions to discuss how recovery professionals can establish themselves not just in a community but as part of the community. Listeners will gain insights on establishing a wide network of connections in a community and how listening to people directly can change an organization’s approach to offering help.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting Students with the Workforce</title>
      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Students with the Workforce</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this incredible season premiere, hosts Morgan and Sara chat with Dr. Beth Harmer, Vice President of the Board of APNC and Director of the Masters of Social Work program at Western Carolina University, to discuss her experiences with social work students. She provides insights and guidance on how graduates can ingratiate themselves in the field and how employers can treat the students to increase job retention. Listeners will learn about the daily life of students getting their MSW and gain an overall understanding of the current job field.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this incredible season premiere, hosts Morgan and Sara chat with Dr. Beth Harmer, Vice President of the Board of APNC and Director of the Masters of Social Work program at Western Carolina University, to discuss her experiences with social work students. She provides insights and guidance on how graduates can ingratiate themselves in the field and how employers can treat the students to increase job retention. Listeners will learn about the daily life of students getting their MSW and gain an overall understanding of the current job field.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:06:16 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1373</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this incredible season premiere, hosts Morgan and Sara chat with Dr. Beth Harmer, Vice President of the Board of APNC and Director of the Masters of Social Work program at Western Carolina University, to discuss her experiences with social work students. She provides insights and guidance on how graduates can ingratiate themselves in the field and how employers can treat the students to increase job retention. Listeners will learn about the daily life of students getting their MSW and gain an overall understanding of the current job field.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Stories to Change: Showcasing Recovery through Media with Greg Williams</title>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on our podcast, Greg Williams, President of Third Horizon Strategies and producer of the film “Tipping the Pain Scale,” joins Morgan and Sara for a compelling discussion. Together, they explore how addiction stories can be effectively brought to life in films and documentaries. Additionally, Greg shares insights on the unique considerations parents in recovery face when discussing substance use with their children. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on sensitive storytelling in filmmaking and how real people’s stories can inspire real change.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week on our podcast, Greg Williams, President of Third Horizon Strategies and producer of the film “Tipping the Pain Scale,” joins Morgan and Sara for a compelling discussion. Together, they explore how addiction stories can be effectively brought to life in films and documentaries. Additionally, Greg shares insights on the unique considerations parents in recovery face when discussing substance use with their children. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on sensitive storytelling in filmmaking and how real people’s stories can inspire real change.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:16:45 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1428</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on our podcast, Greg Williams, President of Third Horizon Strategies and producer of the film “Tipping the Pain Scale,” joins Morgan and Sara for a compelling discussion. Together, they explore how addiction stories can be effectively brought to life in films and documentaries. Additionally, Greg shares insights on the unique considerations parents in recovery face when discussing substance use with their children. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on sensitive storytelling in filmmaking and how real people’s stories can inspire real change.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Family, Culture, and Compassion: Maryum Ali's Journey</title>
      <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Family, Culture, and Compassion: Maryum Ali's Journey</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the Season 1 finale of APNC's Connections, we are honored to welcome Maryum Ali, the eldest daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali. Maryum is not only a writer, performer, and social justice advocate but also has extensive experience in gang intervention in Los Angeles from her previous work as a social worker. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation as we delve into her transformative journey, explore her impactful role on A&amp;E's "60 Days In," and discuss the critical intersection of incarceration and addiction. Maryum also shares invaluable lessons learned from her father and grandparents, shedding light on how their wisdom has shaped her commitment to social justice and advocacy. Additionally, Maryum talks about her book, "I Shook Up the World," celebrating its 20th anniversary and offering a unique perspective on her father's legacy. Together, we explore the importance of seeking connections in our lives. Tune in for an insightful conversation that highlights the power of connections, compassion, and resilience in the face of adversity. </p><p>Join conversations like this at APNC’s Fall Conference.</p><p>Learn more at apnc.org/2024fallconference.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the Season 1 finale of APNC's Connections, we are honored to welcome Maryum Ali, the eldest daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali. Maryum is not only a writer, performer, and social justice advocate but also has extensive experience in gang intervention in Los Angeles from her previous work as a social worker. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation as we delve into her transformative journey, explore her impactful role on A&amp;E's "60 Days In," and discuss the critical intersection of incarceration and addiction. Maryum also shares invaluable lessons learned from her father and grandparents, shedding light on how their wisdom has shaped her commitment to social justice and advocacy. Additionally, Maryum talks about her book, "I Shook Up the World," celebrating its 20th anniversary and offering a unique perspective on her father's legacy. Together, we explore the importance of seeking connections in our lives. Tune in for an insightful conversation that highlights the power of connections, compassion, and resilience in the face of adversity. </p><p>Join conversations like this at APNC’s Fall Conference.</p><p>Learn more at apnc.org/2024fallconference.</p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1890</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the Season 1 finale of APNC's Connections, we are honored to welcome Maryum Ali, the eldest daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali. Maryum is not only a writer, performer, and social justice advocate but also has extensive experience in gang intervention in Los Angeles from her previous work as a social worker. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation as we delve into her transformative journey, explore her impactful role on A&amp;E's "60 Days In," and discuss the critical intersection of incarceration and addiction. Maryum also shares invaluable lessons learned from her father and grandparents, shedding light on how their wisdom has shaped her commitment to social justice and advocacy. Additionally, Maryum talks about her book, "I Shook Up the World," celebrating its 20th anniversary and offering a unique perspective on her father's legacy. Together, we explore the importance of seeking connections in our lives. Tune in for an insightful conversation that highlights the power of connections, compassion, and resilience in the face of adversity. </p><p>Join conversations like this at APNC’s Fall Conference.</p><p>Learn more at apnc.org/2024fallconference.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting HBCUs with Collegiate Recovery Programs with Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James</title>
      <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting HBCUs with Collegiate Recovery Programs with Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>During this episode, Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James, Assistant Professor at Eastern Carolina University’s Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss her experience crafting a collegiate recovery program at an HBCU, as well as her research into students’ interactions with recovery programs. Dr. CJ provides insight into what will attract students and how to tailor care toward BIPOC students, as well as provides a framework for white people to better support recovery communities at HBCUs.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>During this episode, Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James, Assistant Professor at Eastern Carolina University’s Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss her experience crafting a collegiate recovery program at an HBCU, as well as her research into students’ interactions with recovery programs. Dr. CJ provides insight into what will attract students and how to tailor care toward BIPOC students, as well as provides a framework for white people to better support recovery communities at HBCUs.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:43:11 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1062</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>During this episode, Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James, Assistant Professor at Eastern Carolina University’s Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss her experience crafting a collegiate recovery program at an HBCU, as well as her research into students’ interactions with recovery programs. Dr. CJ provides insight into what will attract students and how to tailor care toward BIPOC students, as well as provides a framework for white people to better support recovery communities at HBCUs.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Patients to Care with Becca Sweeting </title>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Patients to Care with Becca Sweeting </itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Becca Sweeting, Integrated Recovery Resource Specialist at Alcohol Drug Council of North Carolina (ADCNC), joins Morgan and Sara to discuss ADCNC’s call center, best practices for connecting patients with treatment providers, and how Medicaid Expansion will reshape the near future. Becca sheds some light on who is calling for help and why, as well as how to eliminate gaps in the healthcare space. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the successes and shortcomings of the system in place for people suffering from or at risk of developing an SUD. </p><p> </p><p>Website alcoholdrughelp.org Phone 1-800-688-4232 </p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Becca Sweeting, Integrated Recovery Resource Specialist at Alcohol Drug Council of North Carolina (ADCNC), joins Morgan and Sara to discuss ADCNC’s call center, best practices for connecting patients with treatment providers, and how Medicaid Expansion will reshape the near future. Becca sheds some light on who is calling for help and why, as well as how to eliminate gaps in the healthcare space. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the successes and shortcomings of the system in place for people suffering from or at risk of developing an SUD. </p><p> </p><p>Website alcoholdrughelp.org Phone 1-800-688-4232 </p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:35:21 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/5a152526/015d069b.mp3" length="13804902" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>852</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, Becca Sweeting, Integrated Recovery Resource Specialist at Alcohol Drug Council of North Carolina (ADCNC), joins Morgan and Sara to discuss ADCNC’s call center, best practices for connecting patients with treatment providers, and how Medicaid Expansion will reshape the near future. Becca sheds some light on who is calling for help and why, as well as how to eliminate gaps in the healthcare space. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the successes and shortcomings of the system in place for people suffering from or at risk of developing an SUD. </p><p> </p><p>Website alcoholdrughelp.org Phone 1-800-688-4232 </p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <podcast:transcript url="https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a152526/transcript.txt" type="text/plain"/>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Addiction Interventions to Individuals who are Incarcerated with Brooke Keefe</title>
      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Addiction Interventions to Individuals who are Incarcerated with Brooke Keefe</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/fcfe2013</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>As opioid settlement funds have become available in North Carolina, several counties have questioned whether or not to begin offering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in jails. Pitt County's program goes deeper than that by providing resources for individuals while incarcerated that will kickstart their ability to re-enter society effectively when released. Join APNC as they talk with social worker Brooke Keefe about the innovative programs in the Pitt County Detention Center. </p><p>Visit the Pitt County Sheriff's Website to learn more about the S.H.A.R.P and W.E.A.R. Programs and its resources at: <a href="https://www.pittcountysheriff.com/sharp-and-wear">https://www.pittcountysheriff.com/sharp-and-wear</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>As opioid settlement funds have become available in North Carolina, several counties have questioned whether or not to begin offering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in jails. Pitt County's program goes deeper than that by providing resources for individuals while incarcerated that will kickstart their ability to re-enter society effectively when released. Join APNC as they talk with social worker Brooke Keefe about the innovative programs in the Pitt County Detention Center. </p><p>Visit the Pitt County Sheriff's Website to learn more about the S.H.A.R.P and W.E.A.R. Programs and its resources at: <a href="https://www.pittcountysheriff.com/sharp-and-wear">https://www.pittcountysheriff.com/sharp-and-wear</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:31:02 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>841</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>As opioid settlement funds have become available in North Carolina, several counties have questioned whether or not to begin offering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in jails. Pitt County's program goes deeper than that by providing resources for individuals while incarcerated that will kickstart their ability to re-enter society effectively when released. Join APNC as they talk with social worker Brooke Keefe about the innovative programs in the Pitt County Detention Center. </p><p>Visit the Pitt County Sheriff's Website to learn more about the S.H.A.R.P and W.E.A.R. Programs and its resources at: <a href="https://www.pittcountysheriff.com/sharp-and-wear">https://www.pittcountysheriff.com/sharp-and-wear</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <podcast:transcript url="https://share.transistor.fm/s/fcfe2013/transcript.txt" type="text/plain"/>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Healthcare and Economics with David Smith</title>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Healthcare and Economics with David Smith</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, David Smith, host of The Cost of Care Podcast, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss the inextricable relationship between America's healthcare system, addiction services, and their economic implications. Smith provides an insightful analysis of how financial structures and policies shape the availability and quality of addiction services. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and potential solutions within the intersection of healthcare economics and addiction services.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, David Smith, host of The Cost of Care Podcast, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss the inextricable relationship between America's healthcare system, addiction services, and their economic implications. Smith provides an insightful analysis of how financial structures and policies shape the availability and quality of addiction services. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and potential solutions within the intersection of healthcare economics and addiction services.</p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1715</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, David Smith, host of The Cost of Care Podcast, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss the inextricable relationship between America's healthcare system, addiction services, and their economic implications. Smith provides an insightful analysis of how financial structures and policies shape the availability and quality of addiction services. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and potential solutions within the intersection of healthcare economics and addiction services.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Street Drugs and Science with Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta</title>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting Street Drugs and Science with Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people: Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, Senior Scientist at the University of North Carolina. He runs the Street Drug Lab, an innovative lab that is on the front lines of harm reduction work here in North Carolina and across the country. As we celebrate the first decrease in overdose deaths in 5 years, we know that his work and the work of harm reductionists everywhere have played a major role in that decrease.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people: Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, Senior Scientist at the University of North Carolina. He runs the Street Drug Lab, an innovative lab that is on the front lines of harm reduction work here in North Carolina and across the country. As we celebrate the first decrease in overdose deaths in 5 years, we know that his work and the work of harm reductionists everywhere have played a major role in that decrease.</p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:10:05 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1398</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people: Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, Senior Scientist at the University of North Carolina. He runs the Street Drug Lab, an innovative lab that is on the front lines of harm reduction work here in North Carolina and across the country. As we celebrate the first decrease in overdose deaths in 5 years, we know that his work and the work of harm reductionists everywhere have played a major role in that decrease.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <podcast:transcript url="https://share.transistor.fm/s/27433947/transcript.txt" type="text/plain"/>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting with Veterans</title>
      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting with Veterans</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives while serving in the US Armed Forces. Included in that remembrance are the many men and women who returned from duty with significant mental health and substance use disorders whose lives ended in overdose or suicide. Today, we hear from David Roddenberry from the Governor's Institute on different ways to support veterans who are struggling. </p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>On Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives while serving in the US Armed Forces. Included in that remembrance are the many men and women who returned from duty with significant mental health and substance use disorders whose lives ended in overdose or suicide. Today, we hear from David Roddenberry from the Governor's Institute on different ways to support veterans who are struggling. </p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>On Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives while serving in the US Armed Forces. Included in that remembrance are the many men and women who returned from duty with significant mental health and substance use disorders whose lives ended in overdose or suicide. Today, we hear from David Roddenberry from the Governor's Institute on different ways to support veterans who are struggling. </p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Connecting EMS and Addiction Services with Nathaniel Metz &amp; Dock Henry</title>
      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Connecting EMS and Addiction Services with Nathaniel Metz &amp; Dock Henry</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><em>It’s National EMS Week, and APNC is celebrating with a special podcast episode! This week, we’re joined by Nate Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Paramedic Solutions. We’ll explore the critical role paramedics play in addiction services, delving into the intersection of emergency medical care and addiction treatment. Tune in to hear Nate and Dock share their insights on how paramedicine is evolving to address the opioid crisis and support those struggling with addiction. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation on the frontlines of EMS and addiction recovery.</em></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><em>It’s National EMS Week, and APNC is celebrating with a special podcast episode! This week, we’re joined by Nate Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Paramedic Solutions. We’ll explore the critical role paramedics play in addiction services, delving into the intersection of emergency medical care and addiction treatment. Tune in to hear Nate and Dock share their insights on how paramedicine is evolving to address the opioid crisis and support those struggling with addiction. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation on the frontlines of EMS and addiction recovery.</em></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1320</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p><em>It’s National EMS Week, and APNC is celebrating with a special podcast episode! This week, we’re joined by Nate Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Paramedic Solutions. We’ll explore the critical role paramedics play in addiction services, delving into the intersection of emergency medical care and addiction treatment. Tune in to hear Nate and Dock share their insights on how paramedicine is evolving to address the opioid crisis and support those struggling with addiction. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation on the frontlines of EMS and addiction recovery.</em></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Connecting Prevention &amp; Recovery with Kym Laube</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Join us for APNC’s inaugural episode of Connections, when we speak with Kym Laube, a nationally-known speaker for CADCA and the Opioid Response Network, on all things prevention. As we kick off National Prevention Week 2024, we are thrilled to have Kym join us to share her insights on the connection between prevention and recovery and discuss why we can’t ignore alcohol use among today’s youth. </p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Join us for APNC’s inaugural episode of Connections, when we speak with Kym Laube, a nationally-known speaker for CADCA and the Opioid Response Network, on all things prevention. As we kick off National Prevention Week 2024, we are thrilled to have Kym join us to share her insights on the connection between prevention and recovery and discuss why we can’t ignore alcohol use among today’s youth. </p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 12:08:29 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1126</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Join us for APNC’s inaugural episode of Connections, when we speak with Kym Laube, a nationally-known speaker for CADCA and the Opioid Response Network, on all things prevention. As we kick off National Prevention Week 2024, we are thrilled to have Kym join us to share her insights on the connection between prevention and recovery and discuss why we can’t ignore alcohol use among today’s youth. </p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <podcast:transcript url="https://share.transistor.fm/s/131d9885/transcript.txt" type="text/plain"/>
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      <title>Welcome To CONNECTIONS by APNC</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>CONNECTIONS is a podcast that delves into the intricate relationship between addiction and mental health, framed through the lenses of policy and practice. Hosted by Morgan Coyner and Sarah Howe, the podcast features a series of emotional and insightful conversations with guests, including personal stories of recovery and expert opinions on prevention strategies. </p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>CONNECTIONS is a podcast that delves into the intricate relationship between addiction and mental health, framed through the lenses of policy and practice. Hosted by Morgan Coyner and Sarah Howe, the podcast features a series of emotional and insightful conversations with guests, including personal stories of recovery and expert opinions on prevention strategies. </p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:03:05 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Addiction Professionals of North Carolina</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>CONNECTIONS is a podcast that delves into the intricate relationship between addiction and mental health, framed through the lenses of policy and practice. Hosted by Morgan Coyner and Sarah Howe, the podcast features a series of emotional and insightful conversations with guests, including personal stories of recovery and expert opinions on prevention strategies. </p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>Addiction, advocacy, prevention, recovery</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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