#MoBucketsPodcast is a weekly podcast covering everything related to hoops - on and off the court. The stakes are high and the trash talk is real. Available on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud and TuneIn.
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The Butler Eagle has been reporting the daily news since 1870, bringing the facts, real stories of real events happening in our community and now we are here to bring you the voices to those stories. Each season is dedicated to bringing you local perspectives on a variety of topics we feel impact the day to day lives of our community. The Eagle is excited to enter the podcast world and bring the stories of Butler County to a whole new platform. Follow us & Subscribe: Instagram: https://www.i ...
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Movember Volunteer, Ambassador & Mo Bro, Andrew Still, Shares Navigating Grief & Growing Through Communication With Friends And Family.
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LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED: Andrew Still opens up about losing his best friend at 16 to suicide. Later joining forces with his college roommate to join Movember which has turned into an annual commitment for men's health. A powerful episode full of hope, inspiration and connection. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstill/ https://us.…
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Brian Heilman From MOVEMBER Is Here, If You Don't Know About MOVEMBER Then This Episode Is For You!
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Today’s guest is Brian Heilman, Brian P. Heilman is an accomplished researcher and expert in the fields of gender equality, violence prevention, and men’s health. Over fifteen years of international leadership experience, he has spearheaded influential studies and reports that continue to influence policy, practice, and public understanding of thes…
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Interim President of BCCC, Megan Coval, Sound Advice On Her New Role, Kindness & The Unimaginable.
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Megan Coval steps into the Alter Eagle studio for an amazing conversation of how she takes on all her roles; wife, mom, friend, sister, daughter and interim president at Butler County Community. Our conversation was exactly what I needed and reminded me how powerful kindness is, especially when first meeting someone. Coval has a remarkable way of l…
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LISTENER DISCRETION: Sami Roth, Miss Butler County 2024 Tells Her Story Surrounding Sexual Assault, CPTSD, PNES, How EMDR Therapy Helped Her To Begin Healing & Starting Her 501c3 'Take A Stand'.
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Sami Roth is the current reigning Miss Butler County of PA and shares her story of sexual assault which lead to PNES; psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, diagnosed by a medical doctor. Per Wikipedia; also referred to as pseudoseizures, non-epileptic attack disorder, functional seizures, or dissociative seizures, are episodes resembling an epileptic…
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Kerri Gallagher Crago On Giving To Receive; Nurse Extraordinaire Dedicating Her Life To Helping Others.
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This special episode with guest Kerri Gallagher Crago is one of my favorites so far, not just because she's family but more importantly her message. Kerri has such an understanding of how precious life is, her life has been dedicated to helping others, and she knows that each day is a gift no one should take for granted. A nurse by trade, Kerri has…
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The Energy Behind Trusting Your Gut With Jackie Hooper; Divorce, Starting A Business & Truly Living.
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Laura sat down with Jackie Hooper from Sound Advice Entertainment to discuss starting her business, leaving her marriage, her faith and how she has learned to trust her gut. Resources: www.SoundAdviceEntertainment.com This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/ https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors: https://www.bett…
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Stacy Meyer From Independence Health System Brings Joy To Oncology Patients With Her Therapy Dog Henrietta, Who Has Her Own Badge!
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Stacy Meyer brought something to Butler County oncology patients that didn’t exist, a therapy dog named Henrietta. Resources: https://www.independence.health/ This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/ https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes au…
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Wesley's Warriors with Nikki Zablocki
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LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED: This episode contains conversations surrounding childhood cancer and the loss of a child. On today’s episode I sit down with Nikki Zablocki to talk about her son Wesley who passed away in March of 2015. Wesley was 7 years old when he was first diagnosed with osteosarcoma and after four years of treatment and living with…
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Just a quick check-in this week. I want to hear from you. Do you have a story? Email: lcrago@butlereagle.com or message us on Facebook or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/altereaglepodcast Resources: https://www.alexslemonade.org/By Laura K. Crago
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The Professor Is In; Larry Vincent Joins Us To Discuss His Bucket List Goal Achieved, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation & His Daughter Jordan.
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Larry Vincent is a strategist, researcher, educator, writer, and podcast producer. He founded Conclusive, a research-driven consultancy that focuses on companies competing in the science, tech, and media industries. Larry is also an Associate Professor of the Practice of Marketing at the USC Marshall School of Business, where he educates and mentor…
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Meet The Voices of Alter Eagle's New Sports Podcast, Derek, Brendan and Jake, Favorite Music, Sports Trivia and Apparently Half Birthdays Are A Thing.
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Host Laura sits down with the guys from the new sports podcast; Eye On Sports. Get to know Butler Eagle sports writers Derek Pyda & Brendan Howe and meet new sports editor Jake Adams. Laura quizzes the guys on some NFL knowledge, favorite music and much more! Catch Eye On Sports every Thursday on your favorite podcast platforms! Miller Minutes: htt…
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The Sinclair Method and Digging Deep into Medically Assisted Paths to Sobriety Part II.
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Episode 30 will feature Dr. C. Thomas Brophy, from the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center, joined by Joshua Stank from Episode 29. The episode will be part two of a recording featuring Josh Stanko and Brophy, where the main focus is on naltrexone, the placebo effect and what the effect does to the body. The episode also features some discussion among host…
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Alternative Pathways to Sobriety Through Naltrexone & The Sinclair Method with Joshua Stanko Part I
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Alternative Pathways to Sobriety Through Naltrexone with Joshua Stanko Part I. Join us next week as we dig deeper with Dr. Brophy from the Kaiser Center in Butler, PA and also discuss The Sinclair Method. Follow us on Instagram @altereaglepodcast Resources: https://youtu.be/ac4QzE9f39Q?feature=shared https://apps.apple.com/us/app/i-am-sober/id67290…
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Leveraging History for Progress with Butler Mayor Bob Dandoy
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Podcast host Laura Crago met Mayor Bob Dandoy at downtown Butler’s Grand Ballroom to discuss Main Street and the city’s potential. The two talk about the businesses that have made an impact in town, including Cummings Coffee & Candy, Grows on Main, Cannella Cafe and Vintage Coffeehouse, and what it takes to open a business or create a new event. Th…
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Tammy Schuey: Dedication to Passionate Journalism
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Podcast host Laura Crago discusses Schuey’s 33 years at the Eagle, her Editor & Publisher “15 over 50” Class of 2024 honor, and her experience attending the July 13 rally for former President Donald Trump. In the podcast, Schuey shares her memory of the rally, the aftermath of the attempted assassination and her concern for her staff as well as the…
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Butler, My Hometown with Host Laura Crago
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This week our host Laura Crago sits down to talk about the events of July 13, 2024 that happened here in our town of Butler, PA. If you or someone you know are struggling please call 988 for thoughts of suicide and mental health crisis. 211 For getting connected to help with basic needs. This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldand…
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Oxytocin was her substance of choice, and since her sobriety in 2010, she has become a certified peer specialist. Now in her ninth year at Grapevine Center in Butler, PA, Betsy Laporte is the bridge to mental health services, sharing her own life experience with a goal to make people feel seen, heard and supported. She also brings value to the fema…
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Passionate Cuisine with Executive Chef Rich Burns
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Executive Chef Rich Burns sits down with our host Laura Crago to discuss his passion for food, teaching and making pizza. Eating them too! Once at a point in his life where he wanted to ‘get out of the industry' fate stepped in and he met Fiore Moletz, finding a new love for cooking. Della Terra, owned and managed by Michelle Moletz is located in Z…
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"Love Worth Waiting For" author Becky Yount
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A very special episode with Butler Eagle's very own, Becky Yount. Mrs. Yount and I sit down and discuss her book she wrote after losing her husband, Matthew Yount, suddenly. Link below to her book. This is a special episode where Becky shares moments from her book and why she wanted to share her story. Resources: https://www.christianfaithpublishin…
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Emily Rose Hart is one of nine children who didn't have a typical mother-daughter relationship growing up, because of her mother's injuries and sickness. Therapy and God have been her saving grace, and she has also reconnected with her dad and is healing the wounds of her past. In the episode, Hart speaks to the “seasons” of her life and declares t…
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Lindsay Olyha: Enterprising Recovery
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Lindsay Olyha, nurse practitioner and founder of Scrubd Esthetics, joins host Laura Crago to discuss her journey through the justice system. Olyha shares her experience with substance use, burnout and founding her own medical spa. Resources: https://scrubdesthetics.com/ https://www.facebook.com/scrubdesthetics/ https://www.instagram.com/scrubdesthe…
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Today’s episode features CRS Supervisor Mary Allen and Executive Director Jessica Zavilla both from Trilogy Wellness. They share their why’s and we discuss their resources, experience with people in recovery and the importance of Narcan, as well as test strips. For more information on Trilogy Wellness click the link below. Resources: https://www.tr…
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Transforming Trauma Into Triumph with Shanea Clancy
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In this episode I sit down with Shanea Clancy who just published a book about how in September 2007 her life changed forever. Shanea was involved into a multi-car crash where two people lost their lives and she was found guilty and sentenced to 11.5-23 months in jail. This is her story. Resources: www.shaneaclancy.com Connect with Shanea: https://t…
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Part II with Dr. Brophy & Joe Mahoney
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Continuing the conversation with Dr. Brophy & Joe Mahoney. The main focus was mental health as an underlying issue when it comes to addiction, and that conversation was with Dr. Brophy- medical director of the Gaiser Center and local physician who’s board certified in both addiction medicine and emergency medicine, Joe Mahoney- executive director a…
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Dr. Brophy & Joe Mahoney are back!! Part I
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The main focus was mental health as an underlying issue when it comes to addiction, and that conversation was with Dr. Brophy- medical director of the Gaiser Center and local physician who’s board certified in both addiction medicine and emergency medicine, Joe Mahoney- executive director at the Ellen O’Brien Gasier Center, licensed social worker w…
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BONUS episode was taped on Wednesday May 8, 2024 at Vintage Coffee House where I sat down with women and I did have one man, thank you Dennis, who shared their stories of Motherhood, love, loss, and the struggles they all faced. Happy Mother's Day to everyone and to anyone who may be struggling today you are loved, appreciated and you have a purpos…
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Julie Hooks sits down with me to share her journey to sobriety and how Bodybuilding saved her. On May 8, 2024 Julie will celebrate 6 years sober. You don’t want to miss this episode. Resources: Follow Julie on Instagram @jhfitlifestyle Weekend Entertainment: https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new…
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In today’s episode our host Laura Crago, joined by her therapist Whitney Thompson, sits down and shares more of her personal journey with her move back to Butler, her mental health journey and why she believes therapy is something everyone should be a part of. Resources: https://tcounselingllc.wixsite.com/website Weekend Entertainment: https://www.…
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Butler County Prison Warden Beau Sneddon & ReEntry Coordinator Matt Clayton
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Joining me in today’s episode is Butler County Prison Warden Beau Sneddon & ReEntry Coordinator Matt Clayton. We discussed the day to day at the prison, including programs for corrections officers, process of ReEntry as well as needs for the future. Resources: https://www.butlereagle.com/20230816/veteran-corrections-officer-beau-sneddon-appointed-c…
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I sat down with Samantha DeJoseph from Crossroads, Senior Area Manager who spoke to the services provided at Crossroads while also sharing a little of her substance abuse story. 14 years in recovery, another shining example of what giving hope to someone with substance abuse disorder faces and how everyone deserves those chances. Resources: www.cro…
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A Birds Eye View with Donna Jenereski, Commissioner Kevin Boozel & D.A. Richard A. Goldinger
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Today’s episode features Butler County District Attorney Richard A. Goldinger who speaks to LETI, a program he pioneered along with law enforcement, The Commissioners, State & County officials. Donna Jenereski from Butler County Drug & Alcohol and Commissioner Kevin Boozel who speaks candidly on the budget, programs offered as well as the effects d…
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Thank you to Armstrong and Armstrong Neighborhood Channel for providing the audio from the town hall on Monday April 1, 2024 hosted by U.S. Representative Mike Kelly. This episode features Aaron Steinheiser, General Manager of Butler and Zanesville Works of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., as well as Jamie Sychak UAW Local 3303 President. PETITION: https://a…
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Personal Story of Addiction with Josh Bobby
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Josh Bobby, Butler County resident, UPS driver, skateboarder, motorcycle mechanic/collector/rider, brother, son and friend shares his battle with addiction. Through therapy, hobbies and his friends he has found a way to navigate and truly find his calm. Another episode you don't want to miss. Resources: https://www.butlereagle.com/20240328/alter-ea…
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The Fight for Cleveland-Cliffs with Leslie Osche
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In this episode I sit down with Leslie Osche, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners for the County of Butler. We discussed the possible closure of Butler’s Cleveland-Cliffs plant which would affect between 1,300-4,500 jobs as well as tank Butler’s economy. Resources and information on a Town Hall hosted by U.S. Representative Mike Kelly 16th, Mond…
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Lisa Gill and Tracey Hendrix from Butler County Drug & Alcohol
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Lisa Gill & Tracey Hendrix from Butler County Drug & Alcohol joined me today to share their roles, how they support their staff and how they take care of themselves when it comes to helping so many people in our community. Resources below if you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, as well as resources for parents who may have a …
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Marc Fogel is an American schoolteacher who was arrested in August 2021 by Russian authorities for trying to enter Russia with 0.6 ounces (17 g) of medical marijuana. In June 2022, he was sentenced to 14 years in prison. In this episode I sit down with Marc’s mother Malphine Fogel who recently turned 95 and hopes that she will see her son again. In…
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Glade Run Lutheran Services, Butler County Human Services & Suicide Coalition.
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Today’s episode features Dawn Halle from Glade Run Lutheran Services and Amy Cirelli from Butler County Human Services & Suicide Coalition. These are the conversations we need to be having more of, no one is alone and our community has amazing resources to prove that. Please if you, or someone you know is struggling please use the resources below t…
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A special series dropping in the coming weeks to highlight my trip to The State of The Union in Washington D.C. as U.S. Representative Mike Kelly’s Guest. On this episode we discuss what President Biden said in the SOTU, Cleveland-Cliffs and Marc Fogle. Links below for resources and how to stay connected. Resources: Article written by Eagle Staff W…
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Stop The Judgment Project with Sherry Jo & Tom Bott
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Sherry Jo & Tom Both share the story of their 21 year old daughter Siena who died from fentanyl poisoning in their family home in September of 2020. Siena's death is what motivated her parents to start Stop The Judgement Project to deal with their grief, but to also support other parents who might have children struggle with substance abuse or who …
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Hope is Dope with Steve Treu & Ken Clowes
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You don’t want to miss this episode with Steven Treu a licensed professional counselor and Chief Visionary Officer for Quantum Revolution Counseling Services, and author of Hope is Dope and New Eyes. & Ken Clowes is the Center Assistant for Butler County Community College’s Community Leadership Indicatives where he helps coordinate the Hope is Dope…
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Loss of Potential, The Words We Use, and Giving People in Recovery the Support They Need.
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In January I sat down with U.S. representative Mike Kelly who proudly serves the 16th district of Pennsylvania. The focus of our conversation was stigma surrounding addiction, the words we use, his personal journey as a parent of a person suffering with addiction and conversation around possible future legislation pertaining to stigma. For more on …
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On today’s episode I sat down with Rebecka & Tawny, both women sharing their personal stories of addiction and recovery. Both woman are the reason why everyone deserves a chance. *LISTENER DISCRETION* This episode contains conversations around drug use, eating disorder and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised. This episode was brought …
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Reach & Rise- Jess Burr and Special Guest Issiac
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In today’s episode I sit down with Jess Burr, Clinical Director of Reach & Rise at The Butler Family YMCA and Issiac, a 15 y/o 9th grader at Karns City High School, who like so many come from a broken home of domestic abuse, neglected parents struggling with drug use. The Butler County Family YMCA is proud to be one of nine YMCAs in the country tha…
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BONUS: Today’s episode continues the conversation with Rachel Shuster, be sure to listen to Episode 3 prior to listening to this episode. Follow Rachel on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nurserachelshuster/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsrachelshuster?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Resources from the episo…
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Rachel Shuster- Stigma Surrounding Addiction & The Language We Use.
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Today’s episode focuses on stigma surrounding addiction, the language we use when talking about those facing addiction and our guest Rachel Shuster shares her personal story. Rachel, a lifelong Butlerite, person in long-term recovery from opioid use disorder, and a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse. Rachel brings a unique perspective as a behav…
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Alyssa Vorel & Crystal from the Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center: the physical side of addiction, what causes trauma, how it impacts our nervous system and our physical self and behavior.
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Today’s episode focuses on the physical side of addiction, what causes trauma, how it impacts our nervous system and our physical self and behavior. Joining me are Alyssa Vorel, Clinical Supervisor at the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center and Crystal a Certified Recovery Specialist at the Gaiser Center. Alyssa Vorel is the clinical supervisor at the Elle…
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LIVE FROM Vintage Coffee House- Breaking Down Mental Health, Benzos and Stigma Surrounding Addiction.
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On January 25, 2024 I, Laura Crago Host of Alter Eagle Podcast, sat down with U.S. Representative Mike Kelly, R-16th, to discuss stigma surrounding addiction, the future of legislation and the loss of potential. Rep. Kelly and I had a brief conversation and a long conversation to come this season surrounding those topics. The main focus was mental …
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The Butler Eagle has been reporting the daily news since 1870, bringing the facts, real stories of real events happening in our community and now we are here to bring you the voices to those stories. Each season is dedicated to bringing you local perspectives on a variety of topics we feel impact the day to day lives of our community. The Eagle is …
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The squad is back for a summer special, and what an offseason it has been! With blockbuster trades and league-altering signings, the squad goes through the madness and breaks it all down. Can Kawhi and PG lift the Clippers out of the Lakers’ shadow? What are Toronto’s chances next year? Will Mike Conley bring the Jazz to new heights? And can the dy…
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The Toronto Raptors are the 2019 NBA champions!! What a time to be alive. Big shots. Key defensive plays. Unfortunate injuries. Huge wins. This series had it all. The guys recap an epic series filled with some of the highest highs and the lowest lows. Beyond the game, we share our experiences as fans in Toronto, riding the hype and energy in the ci…
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