In Episode 72 of the #RecoveryFirstPodcast, Mike Todd has a message directly for Parents. Together through information and action, we can help stop this crisis that is tearing apart our lives and hurting our families. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates...

Have you heard of Patient Brokering? What about quality Peer Support? These two topics are front and center of Episode 71 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast. We need to hear more about how both these opposites matter in today's Recovery Spaces. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from...

Too often we don't always know what families of loved ones who are struggling or those who have lost someone are going through, In Episode 70 of the Recovery First Podcast Mike has a message for you, and anyone who is rallying around in support. We hope this heart felt message will help bring comfort, strength and hope. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities....

What do we do when we are starting over new in Recovery? A Personal Venture? Or a Life-Changing Event? In Episode 69 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast, Mike talks about how to navigate the crossroads of life.   The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a...

Syringe exchange and safe injection sites! What's all the fuss about In Episode 68 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks about the importance of looking at this hot button topic from a fresh perspective.   The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make...

Today in this heartbreaking episode of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast, Mike talks about how those that work to help others need self-care and healing. We hope you will give this 9-minute share a listen. #RecoveryFirstPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

We need our voices to keep speaking out. It doesn't matter how small or large your presence is. In Episode 66 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks about why it is important that we don't silence our voices and that we come together collectively to continue to speak out, to advocate, and to collectively make a difference.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery...

David Carson founded Sammy's Mission with his wife, Mandi. David was in active addiction for many years. He was introduced to the Miracle Hill Overcomers Program in 2017. While David was in the treatment program, He met Jesus and developed a real love relationship with Him, and his life has been changed forever. David continually wants to give back what was freely given to him; hope. He wants to serve and help those that are in need like he once was. Sammy’s Mission exists so that men...

We love showing support and love for all of the initiatives here in this beautiful Recovery Town of Greenville, SC. Join Us as we talk about the resources we have available to us today and also to discuss the next LIVE Episode tomorrow night with David Carson. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding...

Mike talks about being a "DOER" and not a naysayer. It's easy for people to talk negatively especially when they are not in Recovery or in the middle of helping those who suffer from Substance Use Disorder. Join us and Mike shares a heartfelt message on how to navigate through it and a stern wake-up call for those creating problems here in South Carolina for good people doing honest work to save lives. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in...

In Today's Episode, Mike talks about the power of language. We have immense ability to make a difference when we turn from demeaning and inflammatory words and how we view ourselves, to changing our words towards a people-first language while in Recovery. Join us and Mike discusses this and the movement here at a state level in SC to help change the language we use with new proposed legislation affecting those in Recovery. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local...

In Today's Episode, Mike talks about the disease of Negative Thinking and how mindfulness can help combat the disease that is so easily infectious if not mindfully being on the lookout for. Mike talks about his experience and how to keep guard over the things that matter most in our Recovery Journey.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a...

Too often we assume that the letter behind a politician's name makes them lean one way or the other. Today Mike sits down and discusses a recent discussion with a conservative leader here in SC and talks about the surprising conversation they had about Harm Reduction. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics...

In Episode 59 of the Recovery First Podcast we welcomed Kyle, Kyle discussed with us his first-hand experience of the horrors of going through the unregulated South Carolina Recovery Housing Industry. Kyle also talked about having to go through work camps and the inhumane conditions that no one should have to endure while trying to change their lives in the Recovery Journey. To learn more about the #RecoveryFirst Podcast & to sign up for our newsletter, visit us today at...

In Episode 58 of the Freedom Recovery Center of Greenville #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks today about "Who’s Really In Control?". Often in Recovery, we feel like we have to control every situation and if we aren't in control then our life is unmanageable. Listen with us as Mike talks about how to navigate those feelings and how to channel them to our Recovery experiences and realize the beauty in not being in control. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local...

In this episode, Mike Todd speaks with us about our priorities, What that looked like in early Recovery, and what happened with prioritizing Recovery for over 30 years.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery...

In this episode of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike discusses the benefits of Service Work & why it is important to our Recovery journeys. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one...

In Episode 55 of the Recovery First Podcast and on this very special Thanksgiving Day edition we welcomed Brian, Brian discussed his real-life experience going through the Florida Shuffle and being a victim of Patient Brokering. This is  an episode you are not going to want to miss To learn more about the #RecoveryFirst Podcast & to sign up for our newsletter, visit us today at www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Episode 54 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks about what Recovery looks like now and what Recovery meant 31 Years ago when Mike first came into Recovery. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Visit the Recovery First Podcast online. www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Episode 53 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast, Mike talks about the importance of creating your own platform in making a difference in the Recovery Community.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Sign up for our Newsletter today by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

The numbers of overdose deaths continue to skyrocket at alarming rates nationwide. This episode takes a moment to talk to families, In this episode, Mike continues to reflect on what is taking the lives of so many of our loved ones. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing...

In this episode of The #RecoveryFirst Podcast with Mike Todd talks with Dolly McCurry about what is hurting our Small Towns and Rural Areas.  The numbers of overdose deaths continue to skyrocket at alarming rates nationwide. This episode with be eye-opening and informative, So this is an episode you are not going to want to miss. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery...

In this episode of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike, Talks about the beauty of Humility in the Recovery Journey. Mike talks about the importance of how we are receptive to Humility and allowing it to be a vital part of our Recovery Journey. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from...