Podcast
Tune in to Recovery Stories Have Power, a podcast series about recovery: the paths we take to get there, the leaders that champion the cause, and the ways we can dismantle the stigma around it.
About The Pod
Life after addiction isn’t just possible – it’s the norm.
Studies show 3 out of 4 people who experience addiction eventually recover. The Recovery Stories Have Power podcast aims to center that hopeful message through authentic conversations that bring together people from all pathways of recovery and recovery allies.
Through these conversations, we’ll build awareness, challenge societal stigma, and celebrate the role that recovery plays in improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
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Oliver Books
Oliver is a Marketing & Communications Program Coordinator with Faces and Voices of Recovery. Oliver has an AAS in Music Production and Recording Engineering, and joins following five years as Director of Communications for Christ United Methodist Church, in downtown Rochester, MN. Oliver is in long term recovery from substance use disorder, and is active in his local recovery community.
Psalm Bingham
Psalm describes herself as “Just a Kid from Flint” who considers herself a change agent. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Women and Gender Studies: Health, Urban and Public Policy minor from Michigan State University. She is currently a Master of Social Work Candidate at Baylor University.
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Your Story Has Power — Share It
Recovery Stories Have Power exists because real stories change lives. If you’ve experienced recovery firsthand — or supported someone who has — your journey could be exactly what someone else needs to hear today.
Who We’re Looking For:
People in recovery from substance use, mental health challenges, or both
Family members and loved ones of people in recovery
Advocates, counselors, and community leaders in the recovery space
Anyone with a story of resilience, hope, and transformation
What to Expect:
Fill out our short Guest Interest Form (takes about 5–10 minutes)
Our team reviews submissions and reaches out if there’s a good fit
We’ll schedule a brief pre-interview call to get to know you
Recording is done at a time that works for your schedule
We prioritize stories that reflect the broad spectrum of the recovery community — all backgrounds, pathways, and experiences are welcome.
Have questions before applying? Reach out to us at podcast@facesandvoicesofrecovery.org.
Through these conversations, we’ll build awareness, challenge societal stigma, and celebrate the role that recovery plays in improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities.