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King County Recovery Conversations

Heather Venegas
Recovery
Seattle
King County Drug Court
HIV
Sobriety
Recovery Beyond
Stigma
Gratitude
Recovery Navigator Program
Rahma Recovery Center
Ricky's Law
Homelessness
Peer Support
King County
Reentry
Research
Sobriety In Native Communities
Juvenile Substance Use Recovery
Prison Pet Partnership
Aurora Commons

Join us as we share stories of hope, resilience, and healing, and learn about the various pathways to recovery and the services and support systems that are available in our community. Whether you're someone in/seeking recovery, a family member or friend, or a healthcare professional, this podcast is for you. Let's come together to celebrate recovery and help break the stigma surrounding addiction... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes70Founded3 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Join host Christopher Archiopoli in conversation with Taylor Richards, a recovery coach and SUDP at Recovery Beyond, whose powerful story is rooted in resilience through loss, trauma, and transformation. Taylor Richards shares the impact addiction ha... more

Join host Heather Venegas as she sits down with shining lights from the Recovery Navigator Program—Cody, Valentina, Selena, and Mo—to explore their inspiring paths in recovery and how lived experience shapes their work. Each guest shares powerful sto... more

Join host Heather Venegas as she welcomes Marjorie Drieu, whose journey from France to King County is a powerful testament to resilience and hope in recovery. Marjorie shares how childhood upheaval, the loss of her gymnastics career, and confronting ... more

Join host Christopher Archiopoli on King County Recovery Conversations as he sits down with Kristine Moreland, Executive Director of The More We Love. Kristine’s journey from a childhood shaped by homelessness, addiction, and trauma, to becoming a pa... more

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Recent Guests

Taylor Richards
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Episode: Healing in the Outdoors: Taylor Richards on Recovery Beyond
Selena Greene
Outreach Navigator, Recovery Navigator Program
Recovery Navigator Program, King County
Episode: Peer Power: Inside the Recovery Navigator Program Transforming Lives in King County
Marjorie Drieu
Recovery advocate; former drug court participant; leader in Peer Kent
Peer Kent; King County Drug Court
Episode: From Trauma to Belonging: Marjorie Drieu on Second Chances, Drug Court, and the Power of Community
Kristine Moreland
Executive Director of The More We Love
The More We Love
Episode: Human Helping Humans: Kristine Moreland’s Heartfelt Mission at The More We Love
Hussein Ugas
Founder and executive director of Rahma Recovery Center
Rahma Recovery Center
Episode: Transforming Pain into Purpose: The Story of Hussein Ugas and Rahma Recovery Center
Javan Jones
Owner and CEO of Jones Community Solutions; founder of a Black-owned behavioral health agency in Washington
Jones Community Solutions
Episode: Leading with Heart: Javan Jones on Culturally Competent Recovery and Peer Support in King County
Paulette Chaussee
Leader of the Pierce County Recovery Coalition
Pierce County Recovery Coalition
Episode: Recovery Advocacy: Champions of Hope
Victor Estrada
Central Washington Recovery Coalition leader, recovery coach, and legislative district captain
Central Washington Recovery Coalition
Episode: Recovery Advocacy: Champions of Hope
April Provost
Snohomish County Recovery Coalition leader, community outreach coordinator at Ideal Options in Everett
Snohomish County Recovery Coalition; Ideal Options
Episode: Recovery Advocacy: Champions of Hope

Hosts

Christopher Archiopoli
Host of King County Recovery Conversations, involved with KC Recovery Coalition / Orbit Audio / Temple of the Trees
Heather Venegas
Host of the King County Recovery Conversations and director of associated recovery coalitions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Podcast of hope, information and heart!!

    This has become one of my favorite podcasts, and I’ve listened to many! Very enlightening in regards to SUD and the varied roads that lead us there. The stories of recovery, and how different that looks for everyone, are beacons of hope in a world where there is so much negativity spewed in the media. This is a podcast you’ll want to listen to and share. Great tool for ending the stigma!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ketopuppet
    United States3 years ago
  • Sober in Seattle

    I’m thrilled to see KCRC launch this podcast to share the important recovery stories of King County residents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frostman230
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show is seen as a strong tool for advocates and sponsors seeking authentic, community-centered recovery content.
Listeners view the show as a hopeful, compassionate resource for recovery stories and practical pathways to support.
Audiences appreciate honest conversations about stigma reduction and real-world impact of peer-led programs.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Prison to Purpose: Nichole Alexander on Recovery, Education, and Empowerment for Women Impacted by Incarceration
Q: What is Road Trip Nation and why is it important for your mission?
Road Trip Nation is a PBS documentary project that highlights pivotal life decisions and educational journeys of formerly incarcerated people, showcasing pathways that contradict stereotypes and inspire others to pursue higher education.
From Prison to Purpose: Nichole Alexander on Recovery, Education, and Empowerment for Women Impacted by Incarceration
Q: How did education play a role in your reintegration and what policies helped you along the way?
Education served as a lifeline, with programs like the Butterfly Program and later policy changes to treat certain educational experiences as apprenticeships, enabling work and study concurrently while incarcerated.
From Prison to Purpose: Nichole Alexander on Recovery, Education, and Empowerment for Women Impacted by Incarceration
Q: What sparked your shift from involvement in the lifestyle to focusing on recovery and community work?
Nicole describes a convergence of personal loss, a recognition of the need for real change, and embracing opportunities in education and outreach after experiences in and out of prison.
Revisit: Milli Militi-Jigamian & Brad Finegood, Stories of Loss & Hope
Q: What gives you hope today about recovery and prevention?
Hope comes from daily progress, stories of recovery, youth involvement, and a community of caring people who continue to work together to support prevention and treatment.
Revisit: Milli Militi-Jigamian & Brad Finegood, Stories of Loss & Hope
Q: What do you want families to know who are dealing with a loved one using or who have lost someone to overdose?
Lead with empathy, gather information across treatment options, stay involved, and never give up on the person you love, while embracing a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach.

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The show centers on recovery, resilience, and community-based supports, with guests and hosts sharing lived experiences, advocacy efforts, and practical pathways to healing from substance use and related challenges. Episodes frequently cover peer-led programs, harm reduction, policy and funding dynamics, and the importance of belonging, nonjudgmental outreach, and cross-sector collaboration. A notable strength is its emphasis on real-world impact through stories from recovery-oriented nonprofits, coalitions, and community-driven initiatives, making it a strong fit for audiences in health, social services, and policy who want actionable insights and opportunities to engage or sponsor programs that support recovery and reduce stigma.

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Recent guests on King County Recovery Conversations include:

1. Taylor Richards
2. Selena Greene
3. Marjorie Drieu
4. Kristine Moreland
5. Hussein Ugas
6. Javan Jones
7. Paulette Chaussee
8. Victor Estrada

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