Recovery Lab

Author: Steve Robertson, Episode #66

Wordsmith Steve Robertson shares his experience, strength, and hope with us today. His autobiography When the Bottom Falls takes the reader on a tour of his life, the ups and downs of active addiction, and what he did to get sober. Steve takes a moment out of his life to share with the Recovery Lab what drives him today, what steers his life, and how sobriety and faith enable him to achieve his life goals.

Dusti Yarbrough Episode #65

Dusti returns to tell us how her last year has been, how she’s persevered, and how she applies the principles of recovery in her day-to-day life. Audio Alchemy Productions Dusti Yarbrough Drew Hassin Daniel Anderson

Episode #64 Julie Crutcher and Leisha Pickering.

Daniel Anderson and Drew Hassin discuss with Julie Crutcher and Leisha Pickering ways to improve how the criminal justice system seeks to punish those convicted of crimes arising out of substance abuse disorder.

Episode #63 Clear Path Intervention

On today's exciting episode of the Recovery Lab podcast, we have a special guest lineup. Brad Garraway and Kathryn Guigui from Clear Path Intervention join Daniel Anderson and Drew Hassin to share their expertise and insights. This is Brad’s second appearance on the program.
Clear Path Intervention is renowned for their exceptional work in building a team within the family and formulating a plan to approach individuals struggling with love and respect. Their interventionists will provide ongoing support to the team throughout the process and beyond, helping create a long-term recovery plan for both the individual and the family.

Elizabeth Clark Simmons Episode #62

Originally from Jackson, EC now resides in Ocean Springs, MS, where she has forged a new life for herself and her 3-year-old son. Drew Hassin, Elizabeth Clark Simmons, Daniel Anderson, Audio Alchemy Productions.

Recovery Lab Special Episode featuring Brynn Knox and Laurie MacDougall. Episode #61

Tonight we have a special episode of the Recovery Lab Podcast. Brynn Rogel Knox and Daniel Anderson talk with Laurie MacDougall. Laurie is a former math teacher, resides in Dartmouth, MA, and is extremely active in the recovery community. She currently devotes most of her energy to her psychoeducational support group, which offers online video meetings, access to training in the Allies in Recovery CRAFT Program, and a crisis toolkit to help families create their own individualized crisis plan. Her work is guided by a desire to improve the community's response and end the stigma associated with substance use disorder. Laurie loves skiing and ice hockey and is at her happiest when spending time with her husband and three children. Read her articles on the Allies in Recovery blog or tune in to the podcast she co-hosts for Allies in Recovery: Coming Up for Air. Special thanks to Audio Alchemy Productions for producing the episode.

Julie Crutcher Episode #60

Today, Recovery Lab welcomes Julie Crutcher.  Ladies, pay attention. Julie’s story shows what happens when we stay sober, focus on healthy choices, and work to rebuild what addiction stole! Daniel Anderson and I are lucky to visit with her.

Episode #59 Kimberly Hassin

Recovery Lab welcomes back Kimberly Hassin to the show. Kimberly is fortunate to be married to Drew Hassin. Daniel Anderson and Drew are eager to hear how her life/recovery/motherhood/employment/spirituality have ebbed and flowed since her last appearance nearly one year ago.

The McCoy House Special Episode #58

Today we welcome the team from The McCoy House in Jackson, MS. Finney Cossar Moore Denise Marsters Drew Hassin Daniel Anderson Trey Lee, Jennifer Boone

Recovery Lab Podcast Episode #57 Ann Fisher, Executive Director of Harbor House Chemical Dependency Services

Today, we talk with Ann Rodio Fisher (LMSW, MBA, CPSS), Executive Director of Harbor House Chemical Dependency Services since October 2021.
Ms. Fisher brings a wealth of experience to the table, having served as the Alcohol & Drug Services Director at Region 8 Mental Health Services in Brandon, MS, and as the Director of Suicide Prevention with the Department of Mental Health (DMH) Bureau of Outreach, Planning & Development. Her involvement in various grants awarded to Mississippi demonstrates her dedication to making a positive impact.
Originally from North Carolina, Ms. Fisher earned her B.S. in Business Administration from Wake Forest University and her MBA from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. After a successful career in Investment Banking and Financial Analysis, she pursued her passion for social work, earning a Master of Social Work from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2015.