What does harm reduction really look like when you're working on the front lines of the overdose crisis? In this episode of Full Potential, Now!, Ted Izydor sits down with Mark Jackum, a harm reduction specialist, for an honest conversation about harm reduction, addiction, recovery, and meeting people where they are. Mark shares powerful stories from years of street outreach, discussing how trust, compassion, naloxone, and practical support can save lives and help people move toward recovery. In this episode you'll learn: • What harm reduction really means—and the misconceptions surrounding it • How outreach workers build trust with people who aren't ready for treatment • The role of naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and overdose prevention • Why recovery is a journey built on hope, connection, and dignity Whether you're a therapist, addiction professional, student, person in recovery, family member, or simply interested in mental health, this conversation offers practical insights and hope for addressing one of today's most pressing public health challenges. Learn more at FullPotentialNow.org

In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with Mark Rizkallah, founder & CEO of Tulua Health & Purposes Recovery, who is here chat about using psychedelics to treat depression & anxiety. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery

In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with author Joshua Shea, who is here to talk with us about porn addiction, and how the pandemic changed everything. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery

In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted chats with intimacy coach Kristin Casey, who is here to talk with us about her rock-and-roll addiction memoir Rock Monster. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery

In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted sits down with Dr. Harshal Kirane of Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery

In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted is joined by entrepreneur and ultra marathon runner Greg Nance. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org. addiction podcast recovery

In this very special episode of Full Potential Now, Ted sits down for a conversation with entrepreneur and ultra marathon runner Greg Nance. Visit http://fullpotentialnow.org.

In this special collaboration with award-winning filmmaker and director Steve Balderson, we'll hear unique stories of addiction and recovery from the golden state, with expert commentary from licensed mental health and addiction counseling veteran, and Full Potential Now host Ted Izydor. Interviews by Steve Balderson. Editing by Jimmy Cohen. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Visit fullpotentialnow.org.

In this special collaboration with award-winning filmmaker and director Steve Balderson, we'll hear unique stories of addiction and recovery from the golden state, with expert commentary from licensed mental health and addiction counseling veteran, and Full Potential Now host Ted Izydor. Interviews by Steve Balderson. Editing by Jimmy Cohen. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Visit fullpotentialnow.org.

In this special collaboration with award-winning filmmaker and director Steve Balderson, we'll hear unique stories of addiction and recovery from the golden state, with expert commentary from licensed mental health and addiction counseling veteran, and Full Potential Now host Ted Izydor. Interviews by Steve Balderson. Editing by Jimmy Cohen. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. Visit fullpotentialnow.org.

In this episode of Full Potential Now, Ted speaks with Dr. Robb Kelly, an alcohol & addiction expert with a story to tell and passion to help others. Produced by Ted Izydor and John Praw Kruse. This episode features music by John Praw Kruse. Visit fullpotentialnow.org.