We have a totally different format for our show today because this interview is IRL and not at my house! My friend, Teresa Sands, joins me at The Venetian (in my hotel room) for this episode. We talk about everything: grief, harm reduction, sex work, Gerald the dolphin, spiritual experiences, community organizing, etc. This is truly an ADHD episode and we hop around from topic to topic pretty effortlessly, so hope you can keep up :) If you want to actually hang with us and watch our convo, you can watch the convo on my YouTube channel (and prior episodes as well)! Link is below in my Linktree. To learn more about me or my side quests outside of podcasting, check out my Linktree: https://linktr.ee/staygoldenjaclyn *** Teresa Sands is a devoted advocate, educator, and leader dedicated to advancing addiction recovery and promoting harm reduction initiatives. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Teresa deeply connects to her community and brings a unique perspective to her work. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a focus on addiction studies from Indiana Tech. She is pursuing her Master of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno. Additionally, she is a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist, blending professional expertise with lived experience to empower individuals affected by Substance Use Disorder (SUD) while keeping people who use drugs safe and ensuring they have a seat at the table. As an Admissions Coordinator, she helps individuals and families overcome the challenges of accessing treatment, guiding clients through the complexities of care, and providing them with the resources and support they need to start their recovery journey. With 18 years of experience in show business, Teresa also brings a unique empathy and understanding to her advocacy for sex workers and survivors of sex trafficking. Her background has fueled her passion for human rights and commitment to creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels respected and supported. Teresa is a proud member of the Recovery Advocacy Project Nevada, where she actively advocates for policies that support all individuals, including people who use drugs. She is also the Nevada Chapter Lead for Young People in Recovery, where she collaborates with amazing community partners to organize harm-reduction workshops, conduct overdose prevention training, facilitate Narcan distribution events, and create pro-social and safe spaces for the LGBTQIA community. Through these efforts, she emphasizes the importance of educating communities about multiple pathways to recovery and ensuring equitable access to care for underserved populations. Narcan At Night Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583216950150 Recovery Advocacy Project: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587666720352 Young People In Recovery: https://youngpeopleinrecovery.org/ Young People In Recovery Las Vegas: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yprlasvegasnv Virtue Recovery Center: https://lasvegas.virtuerecoverycenter.com/ Support the show
