Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution
Saturdays 10-11 AM
Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution with host Caddy Frink
Join us for conversations about Substance Use Disorder and the journey to recovery. Host Caddy is an advocate for long-term recovery, bring her experience from Minnesota Recovery Connection, an organization committed to embracing diverse paths to healing. Discover the significance of honoring all pathways and why it's crucial in our journey towards recovery.
Historically, people with SUD (substance use disorder) are categorized and treated uniformly into the same category and given the same treatment. However, our discussions shed light on the evolving landscape of recovery, emphasizing the diverse stories and unique support needed for success. Through candid conversations with those who have triumphed over substance use, we explore the transformations within the recovery community and the varied route to finding healing.
Tune in as we delve into topics such as Harm Reduction and strategies for supporting individuals navigating substance use, as well as many other pertinent discussions.
Learn more at https://minnesotarecovery.org/
Redefining Recovery: A Recovery Revolution with Caddy Frink. Join us for conversations about Substance Use Disorder and the journey to recovery. Host Caddy is an advocate for long-term recovery, bring her experience from Minnesota Recovery Connection, an organization committed to embracing diverse paths to healing. Discover the significance of honoring all pathways and why it's crucial in our journey towards recovery. Historically, people with SUD (substance use disorder) are categorized and treated uniformly into the same category and given the same treatment. However, our discussions shed light on the evolving landscape of recovery, emphasizing the diverse stories and unique support needed for success. Through candid conversations with those who have triumphed over substance use, we explore the transformations within the recovery community and the varied route to finding healing. Tune in as we delve into topics such as Harm Reduction and strategies for supporting individuals na
Caddy Frink is joined for a conversation with Kenzie Johnson about her journey to recovery and her participation in outreach in the community of South Minneapolis.
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Caddy Frink sits down with Rachel from Minnesota Recovery Connection to dive deep into what life really looks like once you step out of a treatment center. They get real about the “baby deer” phase of early sobriety and the heavy lifting required to rebuild a life after years of struggle. Whether you’re navigating your…
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Sarah Kemp is flying solo today to get real about a topic that’s played a huge role in her own recovery journey—the messy world of codependency. She dives deep into why we sometimes get stuck in “relationship addiction” and shares the warning signs that suggest you might be losing yourself just to keep someone else…
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Caddy and Sarah have a wide-ranging in-depth conversation today.
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This episode originally aired November 1, 2025: Sarah Kemp welcomes Leila Hussein and Alex Merrit from Twin Cities Rise to the show. They discuss their organization’s mission to end generational poverty through personal empowerment, career training, and meaningful employment. The conversation also highlights the program’s powerful impact on the recovery community, its “Fair Chance” hiring…
Caddy Frink and Eli York dive into the vibrant world of finding new hobbies and activities during the recovery journey. They share a massive list of local Minnesota gems, from exploring the Minneapolis Institute of Art to hitting the pickleball courts at the YMCA. It’s an encouraging conversation about breaking out of old routines, building…
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Caddy Frink and Cynthia Munguia, the Executive Director at Minnesota Recovery Connection, get real about the burnout that often hits servant leaders and how compassion fatigue can quietly derail your progress if you aren’t paying attention. They dive into the different seasons of life and recovery, reminding us that it’s okay to be a late…
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Host Sarah Kemp sits down with Eli York to chat about his wild transition from the Southern California desert to the snowy streets of Minnesota, all while navigating the shift from the isolation of mechanic work to a meaningful career in peer recovery. Eli gets real about the “shame” that can come with active addiction…
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Lorraine Lynch stops by to share how she’s navigated nearly 20 years of recovery through faith, resilience, and a serious commitment to community outreach. We dive deep into her personal journey—from her early struggles to her current role at Minnesota Recovery Connection—and talk about the vital role recovery homes and “those people” play in our…
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It’s a just Caddy episode today! Whether the world outside feels heavy or community tensions are hitting close to home, finding a safe place to land is essential for staying grounded in your journey. We’re diving into the power of peer support and the small, human connections—like sharing a conversation or a warm hat—that remind…
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