68 episodes
Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention Jake White
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In this podcast we explore the world of youth drug prevention. We highlight the things that are working in substance use prevention and learn from one another in the field. This is NOT a show featuring only authors, speakers and founders of companies. We also interview people who are working with youth on a daily basis who can discuss what's currently happening in our schools and communities around the U.S. The Drug Prevention Power Hour is for... Prevention professionals, school counselors, principals, vice principals, social workers, school psychologists, coalitions, prevention specialists, school resource officers (SROs), juvenile justice professionals, parent teacher organization members (PTO), parent teacher association members (PTA), alcohol education (AODA), superintendents, greek life, college orientation, athletics, and human services. Our host is Jake White, the creator of Party.0 and Vive18. He's a youth prevention expert who started a peer-led youth movement where students host his signature "sober parties" for their peers - showing that you can fit in, make friends and have fun without using drugs and alcohol. His presentations, curriculum, programs and educational experiences are being used all over the country to help students make better decisions around substance use. His goal for every episode is to educate listeners on prevention, highlight new ideas and inspire us to keep saving lives through our efforts.
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Going from Zero Youth to a City-Wide Youth Prevention Club | Episode 068 with Oshkosh Breakwater Coalition
Jesse Klapa and John West are on the team for Breakwater Coalition in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. In this episode they flip the script for The Drug Prevention Power Hour by co-interviewing our host, Jake White, about how he helped them start a youth prevention club from scratch. The previous 5 years the school district was resistant to any partnerships, but together with Vive18 they got into all the middle schools and one high school to develop relationships. The outcome was not only a student/peer l...
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Reducing Stigma for Harm Reduction | Episode 067 with Michael Ayalon from Greek University
This is the most jam-packed episode of the Drug Prevention Power-Hour we’ve had yet! Michael (Mike) Ayalon is not only the founder and CEO of Greek University which has transformed companies, organizations and school cultures with impactful programs, but he also volunteers as the Wilson County Opioid Response Coordinator for MTSU's Center for Health and Human Services. In this episode he shares how his local coalition has run a successful diversion program, measurably reduced stigma in t...
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Faith, Addiction & Deep Thoughts | Episode 066 with David Litwin
What would happen if you spent 2 full years without social media, radio, TV, or movies, but only consumed media that helped you learn. David Litwin did exactly this. As a Christian author, designer, cereal entrepreneur and speaker, he brings a unique perspective to how we can understand addiction, risky behaviors, and how try to prevent it. In this episode David and Jake talk a lot about faith and the intersection it has with prevention. If you’re into deep thought and philosophy you’ll reall...
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Cooking Up Some Mental Health Recipes | Episode 065 with Dayna Altman
Dayna Altman is a nationally recognized, energetic and dynamic entrepreneur, author, and creator. The full force and sole operator of Bake it Till You Make it LLC, Dayna harvests her passion for mental health advocacy by using food and baking to create an authentic recipe for vulnerable storytelling. Jake and Dayna talk about mental health and what students are facing today, how to use creativity and your own passions in advocacy work, and the pendulum of overcompensating for our feelings. Da...
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The Recovery Cafe’s Secret Ingredient for Success | Episode 064 with Anthony Eaton
Anyone who is around recovery knows that relapse can happen, and it’s a part of the process for many. Anthony Eaton uncovers why that is, and how Recovery Cafe locations across the U.S. are addressing that problem. Jake asks him all about what makes their program unique, how people in recovery are using it, and even how they fund the program. You’ll definitely be inspired by this episode of the Drug Prevention Power-Hour, take away some tips and maybe even want to start a Recovery Cafe ...
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Bringing Out the BEST in Your Student Leaders | Episode 063 with Dave Closson
Dave Closson’s story is shocking, and his passion for helping others is creating shockwaves in drug prevention. As a person in recovery from combat, brain injury and addiction, he has dedicated his life to helping people achieve their next level of success. He works with many coalitions, schools and youth conferences to help youth develop their own voice and leadership style. Jake and Dave talk about how to bring out the best in your student leaders, clubs and coalitions. Enjoy this episode o...