Tackling The Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook

Tackling The Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook
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Welcome to Tackling the Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook - a conversation about empowering and educating communities to prevent overdoses and end the opioid crisis. 

  1. Izzy Carrington- Public speaker, Powerlifter, Teacher

    1d ago

    Izzy Carrington- Public speaker, Powerlifter, Teacher

    This week on Tackling the Opioid Epidemic, we sit down with Izzy a public speaker, nationally ranked powerlifter, and instructor at Harper College. Through his presentations, Izzy inspires middle and high school students to pursue their passions boldly, build confidence, and overcome obstacles with resilience. Drawing from his own experiences in athletics, education, and leadership, he shares powerful lessons on mindset, perseverance, and the importance of believing in yourself. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about finding purpose, pushing past limits, and empowering the next generation to reach their full potential.

    58 min
  2. Erika Hahn Prevention Specialist

    May 29

    Erika Hahn Prevention Specialist

    This week on Tackling the Opioid Epidemic, we’re turning the mic toward our own host and Prevention Specialist, Erika Hahn. Erika shares her lived experience as an athlete, from competing at a young age through adulthood, and opens up about the challenges and lessons she faced along the way. From firsthand injuries and the transition from high school to college sports to healthy coping skills and finding her path into public health, this episode is an honest conversation about resilience, identity, and purpose.

    37 min
  3. Ben Rudolph Pt. 2 Rudolph Recovery Specialist at Chestnut Health Systems

    May 12

    Ben Rudolph Pt. 2 Rudolph Recovery Specialist at Chestnut Health Systems

    In this episode, Prevention Specialist Sarah is joined by Ben Rudolph, a Recovery Specialist at Chestnut Health Systems and an active member of the ROSC Care Council Region 2, supporting communities across Illinois. Ben is a certified drug and alcohol counselor, a peer recovery specialist, and someone with lived experience who has been in recovery since 2003. Together, they explore Ben’s personal journey, how he applies his experiences to support others, and the critical role resilience plays in sustaining long-term recovery. Tune in to hear a powerful and inspiring conversation.

    30 min
  4. Marissa Thompson Prevention Specialist with the Prescription Playbook

    Mar 18

    Marissa Thompson Prevention Specialist with the Prescription Playbook

    On this episode of Tackling the Opioid Epidemic, we sit down with our own team member, Marissa Thompson, who works with the Illinois Emerging Adult population. Marissa shares how she got her start in this work and how her experiences fueled her passion for prevention.

    30 min
  5. Take Action Today Part 2

    Jan 29

    Take Action Today Part 2

    On this episode, we’re excited to welcome more members from Take Action Today: Teea, the Program Coordinator, along with Jessica, Jerome, and Daniel, Youth Engagement Specialists. They share their lived experiences and discuss how their work supports and empowers the communities they serve. Together, we explore substance use prevention through a community-centered lens and talk about disrupting generational patterns to create lasting change.

    27 min
  6. Ben Rudolph Recovery Specialist at Chestnut Health Systems

    12/29/2025

    Ben Rudolph Recovery Specialist at Chestnut Health Systems

    In this episode, Prevention Specialist Sarah sits down with Ben Rudolph, a Recovery Specialist at Chestnut Health and a member of the ROSC Care Council in Region 2, serving communities across Illinois. Ben is a certified drug and alcohol counselor, a peer recovery specialist, and a person with lived experience who has been in recovery since 2003. Together, they discuss Ben’s personal recovery journey, how he uses his experience and training to support others, and the powerful role resilience plays in long-term recovery. Tune in now to hear his inspiring story.

    22 min
  7. Take Action Today

    12/17/2025

    Take Action Today

    In this episode of Tackling the Opioid Epidemic, Prevention Specialist Leah sits down with Mandy and Torie from Take Action Today. Mandy serves as the ROSC Coordinator, and Torie is a Harm Reduction and Peer Recovery Specialist.Together, they share their personal journeys into this work and reflect on the powerful impact Take Action Today has had not only on their own lives, but on the broader community. This conversation explores the importance of accessible resources, the distinction between substance use and substance misuse, and the need to reduce stigma surrounding both. Tune in to learn how community-driven support and education can truly make a difference.

    36 min
  8. Kayla DeCant- Project Director of Prevention and Outreach at Lewis University

    11/18/2025

    Kayla DeCant- Project Director of Prevention and Outreach at Lewis University

    This week on Tackling the Opioid Epidemic, we sit down with Kayla DeCant, Project Director of Prevention and Outreach at Lewis University. We discuss the realities of sexual assault on campus, how students can look out for one another through effective prevention strategies, and where to find support. We also share key resources for anyone impacted by sexual assault.Click here to access resources: https://www.advocatesforyouth.org/campaigns/know-your-ix/ https://endrapeoncampus.org/

    38 min
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