Facing Recovery — 17 Stories of Survival [Encore]

About this episode

J.R. Jamison discusses the diverse definitions of recovery through 17 personal narratives in the book 'Facing Recovery'.

J.R. Jamison explores the diverse definition of recovery through the lens of a recent book project, Facing Recovery , a collection of 17 first-person narratives that captures the wide spectrum of what recovery means and that, contrary to popular belief, it’s not just tied to addiction. Special guests: Dr. Kathryn Ludwig, assistant teaching professor of English at Ball State University and editor of Facing Recovery, Bridgett Nesbitt and Hayden Gorham, two writers on the project, and Abby Gluvna, program manager for Recovery Café Muncie. Chapters [00:00] Introduction. [01:53] Interview with Dr. Kathryn Ludwig, Bridgett Nesbitt and Hayden Gorham. [16:36] Roses Over Rocks . [21:51] A Warrior Heart and a Friendly Smile . [28:39] Out of Isolation . [33:07] Come How You Are . [37:49] Interview with Abby Gluvna, program manager for Recovery Café Muncie. Content advisory: Please note that at 18:01 and 19:30, strong language has been beeped. Original air date: April 26, 2025.

People in this episode

Host: J.R. Jamison

Guests: Dr. Kathryn Ludwig, Bridgett Nesbitt, Hayden Gorham, Abby Gluvna

Topics covered

• recovery
• personal narratives
• addiction
• survival
• mental health
• community support

Keywords

• recovery
• narratives
• addiction
• survival
• mental health
• community
• personal stories

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ball State University, Recovery Café Muncie

Books & works: Facing Recovery

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