In this episode, Tonia sits down with Vinayak Menon, founder of the Princeton Overdose Prevention Project (POP), Princeton University's first student-led advocacy group dedicated to raising awareness about the opioid crisis through education.

"The frequency of love is much higher than the frequency of fear."

In this episode, Tonia sits down with Shamanic Healer, Owl Grey Fire aka Stephen Kavalkovich (he/him) from Ancient healing Pathways in Marlton, New Jersey. Stephen utilizes Shamanism, Reiki, and a combination of modalities to connect the source of pain in others to their healing and transformation.

Please join us while Stephen discusses his journey from substance use, through recovery, and into his soul's passion for healing. You can visit Stephen online at ancienthealingpathways.com where you can find information about his services, and access his Podcast, Rescue the Rescuer. Stephen can also be found on Facebook, and Instagram @ancienthealingpathways.

Trigger Warning: sexual abuse, September 11th, IV substance use, suicide.

Divad Sanders of Newark Community Street Team (NCST) discusses the crucial role of understanding and addressing the root causes of trauma in individuals and communities. Divad also emphasizes the importance of relationships in navigating these issues by understanding not only the what and where but also the "why?".

Divad and Tonia discuss the vital role of community outreach in addressing the opioid epidemic. The fear of trauma and inhumane treatment within the criminal justice system and how it can deter individuals from seeking help, even when faced with life-threatening situations.

Divad’s dream is to have overdose response teams in every county in New Jersey and eventually every county in every stat. He also highlighted the need for cultural competency and understanding the politics of the communities they serve.