Ep. 31 The Real Cost of Addiction
Free Like-Me19 Nov 2024

Ep. 31 The Real Cost of Addiction

In this gripping episode of the "Free Like Me" podcast, host Clark Frederick is joined by Jay Kaplan, who shares his intense and inspiring journey through addiction and recovery. Jay's story unfolds as he recounts how an initial reliance on prescription painkillers spiraled into a destructive pattern of narcotics and alcohol abuse. Despite having no familial history of substance misuse, Jay found himself in the throes of addiction, leading to profound personal and professional losses. This ep...

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