Best Sara Rex Podcasts (2025)

1
Connecting Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Education to the General Public with Lauren Borchert 25:34

Play Pause

3M ago25:34

25:34

In this episode, Sara and Morgan sit down Lauren Borchert, Program Manager & Certified Proof Alliance Trainer to discuss Proof Alliance NC’s work to spread the word about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to the public and fill the knowledge gaps, especially among women who are or will become pregnant. Listeners will gain insights into the cau…

1
Connecting Recovery Communities and Incarcerated Individuals with Jesse Battle 37:13

3M ago37:13

37:13

This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by the Senior Director of Community Partnerships at TROSA to discuss his journey from active addiction and incarceration to being a cornerstone of the recovery community in North Carolina. Listeners will gain insights into the importance of support for people in recovery and how recovery communities can act as …

1
Connecting Alcohol with Cancer Risk with Catherine T. Brunson 32:02

3M ago32:02

32:02

During this episode, Sara and Morgan are joined by Catherine T. Brunson, representing the Opioid Response Network, to discuss the Surgeon General’s report on the connections between alcohol consumption and cancer diagnoses. Listeners will gain insights into the historical parallels between tobacco and alcohol regulations and an understanding of the…

1
Connecting Problem Gambling with Sports Betting Apps with Tiffany Reddick and Josh Hampton 31:07

3M ago31:07

31:07

This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by two problem gambling professionals, Tiffany Reddick and Josh Hampton, to discuss the increase of problem gambling among all age demographics due to the availability of gambling. Listeners will gain greater awareness of problem gambling in North Carolina, including the common signs and symptoms to watch for, …

1
Connecting Substance Use with OCD and Anxiety with Dr. Patrick McGrath 34:27

3M ago34:27

34:27

This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by Dr. Patrick McGrath, the Chief Clinical Officer at NOCD, to discuss the significant overlap between SUD and OCD because individuals often use substances as a way to cope with their compulsions. Listeners will gain insights into the gaps in treatment for people with co-occurring disorders, and how substance u…

1
Connecting Active Military Personnel with Prevention and Behavioral Health Services with Sam Lewis 29:45

4M ago29:45

29:45

On this episode, join Sara and Morgan in conversation with Sam Lewis, a primary prevention professional working with the U.S. Department of Defense, about his work with active military service members and person-focused prevention. Listeners will gain insights on what they can personally do to help prevention professionals support military service …

1
Connecting Working Professionals with Counseling Services with Tameka Wade Brewington 29:18

4M ago29:18

29:18

This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by Tameka Wade Brewington, APNC Board Member and founder of Real Talk Counseling, for a powerful conversation on mental health in professional spaces. Together, they explore how counseling services can be tailored to meet the unique needs of working professionals, the warning signs of declining mental well-bein…

1
Connecting Pro Athletes and Sports Betting with Rex Chapman 42:31

4M ago42:31

42:31

During the premier episode of Season 3 of Connections by APNC, Morgan and Sara are joined by Author and former NBA star, Rex Chapman, fresh off his keynote presentation at APNC’s 2025 Spring Conference. Rex discusses his book, It’s Hard for Me to Live with Me, his gambling addiction, and how the lack of regulation on sports betting is creating an e…

1
Connecting Hurricane Helene with Disaster Recovery Expert with Chris Hoffman 37:02

11M ago37:02

37:02

On this special episode of Connections by APNC, Sara and Morgan are joined by Chris Hoffman, a longtime member of the behavioral health field and someone with experience in natural disaster recovery, to discuss initial reactions when people are hit by a natural disaster and the ways that our field can offer support to those affected.…

1
BONUS EPISODE: Connecting Harm Reduction with Self-Agency with Margaret Bordeaux 36:40

1y ago36:40

36:40

In this live podcast recording, we explore harm reduction as more than just a set of strategies for reducing the negative consequences of drug use. We discuss how it is a radical shift in thinking—focused on meeting individuals where they are, affirming their dignity, and promoting autonomy. Through personal stories and professional insights, our g…

1
Connecting Justice-Involved Individuals with Societal Support with Gene Ettison 16:39

1y ago16:39

16:39

On the season finale of Connections’ second season, Morgan and Sara are joined by Gene Ettison from the United Way of Rutherford County to discuss how he is connecting people transitioning out of incarceration with peers who help them adjust to their new life. Listeners will understand how empathy and compassion is the way forward when assisting in…

1
Connecting Supervision with Making Meaning in Helping Professions with Chaz Franke 27:03

1y ago27:03

27:03

This week, Sara and Morgan sit down with Chaz Franke, therapist and social worker, to discuss how competent supervision and mentorship can guide professionals through periods of distress at work. Listeners will gain a new understanding of the supervisor position and how to reframe their mindset from quantity of work to quality to avoid burnout.…

1
Connecting Behavioral Healthcare with Physical Healthcare with Tym Rourke 24:39

1y ago24:39

24:39

On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Tym Rourke of Third Horizons to discuss the differences between the infrastructure in place to treat children with cancer and the infrastructure (or lack thereof) in place to treat children with substance use disorders. Listeners will learn about the inconsistencies in treatment based on the type of di…

1
Collecting Prevention Practices with College Students with Emmy Knowles 16:02

1y ago16:02

16:02

This week, Morgan and Sara are joined by Emmy Knowles, the Director of Collegiate Prevention at APNC, to discuss the protective factors on campuses to ensure student safety regarding alcohol and other drugs. Listeners will gain insights into the state of college campuses and prevention programming in North Carolina and the Leadership Academy at APN…

1
Connecting Data to Humanity with Chris Hart 32:23

1y ago32:23

32:23

On this episode, Morgan and Sara are joined by Chris Hart, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Third Horizon Strategies, to discuss how our field tracks our work and how to collect and utilize data without losing sight of the real people we are trying to help. Chris also describes his time working with collegiate recovery when it was not a common p…

1
Connecting Peer Support with Sustainable Careers with Erin Bowman 17:28

1y ago17:28

17:28

This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by Erin Bowman, CEO of the Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center, in front of a live studio audience to discuss blazing a trail for peers to create a career in the field and the ways that peers can help create a safety net for patients going through treatment. Listeners will learn how implemen…

1
Connecting Students with Collegiate Recovery with Jarmichael Harris 21:04

1y ago21:04

21:04

This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by APNC team member and Director of Scholastic Recovery, Jarmichael Harris to discuss his journey as a trailblazer in North Carolina collegiate recovery and how the state became a national example. Listeners will gain new insight into what it takes for a collegiate recovery program to succeed on campuses and wh…

1
Connecting with Stories of Recovery with Michael Roberts 24:08

1y ago24:08

24:08

September is National Recovery Month! All month long, Connections will be bringing you interviews about various aspects of recovery. To kick this off, this week, Sara and Morgan are joined by fellow APNC's Director of Outreach, Michael Roberts, to discuss his personal story of recovery and the journey from active addiction to working in the substan…

1
Connecting Community Service with Recovery Professionals with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry 23:44

1+ y ago23:44

23:44

In this episode, Sara and Morgan, in front of a live studio audience, continue last season’s conversation with Nathaniel Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Recovery Solutions to discuss how recovery professionals can establish themselves not just in a community but as part of the community. Listeners will gain insights on establishing a wide network …

1
Connecting Students with the Workforce 22:53

1+ y ago22:53

22:53

On this incredible season premiere, hosts Morgan and Sara chat with Dr. Beth Harmer, Vice President of the Board of APNC and Director of the Masters of Social Work program at Western Carolina University, to discuss her experiences with social work students. She provides insights and guidance on how graduates can ingratiate themselves in the field a…

1
Connecting Stories to Change: Showcasing Recovery through Media with Greg Williams 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

23:48

This week on our podcast, Greg Williams, President of Third Horizon Strategies and producer of the film “Tipping the Pain Scale,” joins Morgan and Sara for a compelling discussion. Together, they explore how addiction stories can be effectively brought to life in films and documentaries. Additionally, Greg shares insights on the unique consideratio…

1
Connecting Family, Culture, and Compassion: Maryum Ali's Journey 31:30

1+ y ago31:30

31:30

In the Season 1 finale of APNC's Connections, we are honored to welcome Maryum Ali, the eldest daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali. Maryum is not only a writer, performer, and social justice advocate but also has extensive experience in gang intervention in Los Angeles from her previous work as a social worker. Join us for a wide-ranging convers…

1
Connecting HBCUs with Collegiate Recovery Programs with Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James 17:42

1+ y ago17:42

17:42

During this episode, Dr. Dominique Clemmons-James, Assistant Professor at Eastern Carolina University’s Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss her experience crafting a collegiate recovery program at an HBCU, as well as her research into students’ interactions with recovery programs. Dr. CJ provides in…

1
Connecting Patients to Care with Becca Sweeting 14:12

1+ y ago14:12

14:12

This week, Becca Sweeting, Integrated Recovery Resource Specialist at Alcohol Drug Council of North Carolina (ADCNC), joins Morgan and Sara to discuss ADCNC’s call center, best practices for connecting patients with treatment providers, and how Medicaid Expansion will reshape the near future. Becca sheds some light on who is calling for help and wh…

1
Connecting Addiction Interventions to Individuals who are Incarcerated with Brooke Keefe 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

14:01

As opioid settlement funds have become available in North Carolina, several counties have questioned whether or not to begin offering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in jails. Pitt County's program goes deeper than that by providing resources for individuals while incarcerated that will kickstart their ability to re-enter society effectively wh…

1
Connecting Healthcare and Economics with David Smith 28:35

1+ y ago28:35

28:35

In this episode, David Smith, host of The Cost of Care Podcast, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss the inextricable relationship between America's healthcare system, addiction services, and their economic implications. Smith provides an insightful analysis of how financial structures and policies shape the availability and quality of addiction servic…

1
Connecting Street Drugs and Science with Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta 23:18

1+ y ago23:18

23:18

This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people: Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, Senior Scientist at the University of North Carolina. He runs the Street Drug Lab, an innovative lab that is on the front lines of harm reduction work here in North Carolina and across the country. As we celebrate the first decre…

1
Connecting with Veterans 28:47

1+ y ago28:47

28:47

On Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives while serving in the US Armed Forces. Included in that remembrance are the many men and women who returned from duty with significant mental health and substance use disorders whose lives ended in overdose or suicide. Today, we hear from David Roddenberry from the Governor's Institute on diffe…

1
Connecting EMS and Addiction Services with Nathaniel Metz & Dock Henry 22:00

1+ y ago22:00

22:00

It’s National EMS Week, and APNC is celebrating with a special podcast episode! This week, we’re joined by Nate Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Paramedic Solutions. We’ll explore the critical role paramedics play in addiction services, delving into the intersection of emergency medical care and addiction treatment. Tune in to hear Nate and Dock sh…

1
Connecting Prevention & Recovery with Kym Laube 18:46

1+ y ago18:46

18:46

Join us for APNC’s inaugural episode of Connections, when we speak with Kym Laube, a nationally-known speaker for CADCA and the Opioid Response Network, on all things prevention. As we kick off National Prevention Week 2024, we are thrilled to have Kym join us to share her insights on the connection between prevention and recovery and discuss why w…

1
Welcome To CONNECTIONS by APNC 1:11

2y ago1:11

1:11

CONNECTIONS is a podcast that delves into the intricate relationship between addiction and mental health, framed through the lenses of policy and practice. Hosted by Morgan Coyner and Sarah Howe, the podcast features a series of emotional and insightful conversations with guests, including personal stories of recovery and expert opinions on prevent…

1
Episode #12 |Undefeated| Brad Jensen 1:13:28

6y ago1:13:28

1:13:28

Brad Jensen has an incredible story. It takes a special, determined mind to go from a serious drug and alcohol addiction, endless trips to jail, and losing everything, to a successful business owner helping countless people improve their lives. Brad has 7 years of sobriety under his belt, a successful podcast on nutrition and mindset, and a booming…

1
#11 |Limitless| Jake Peden 1:05:32

6y ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Run 24 hours straight then swing by to be on The ONE podcast the next day? Why not? Jake Peden operates on a new level. We talk his former career as a strength coach for the Atlanta Falcons, how to get through any door and create opportunities for yourself, and the power of the mind. And how to find your limits and use that to set specific goals to…

1
Episode #10 |Consistency| Jimmy Rex 1:05:32

6y ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Bringing it back with a bang. When we talk about this podcast being about The ONE - the guest today was a given for the show, and truly is the ONE. Jimmy Rex - master of networking, marketing, and real estate (who just happened to sell Utah's most expensive house at a cool $32 million). Jimmy has a fascinating story going from broke entrepreneur to…

1
Episode #9 |Resilience| Tanner Mangum 1:08:00

6y ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Former BYU Quarterback, Tanner Mangum, embodies everything it is to be TheONE. Tanner is known for throwing the famous Hail Mary in his first ever College Football game, opening up about his mental health at a crucial time in his career, and being an all around stand up guy. Tanner's ability to bounce back during a career of ups and downs and his w…

1
Episode #8 |Preparation| Sara Jane Warner 48:57

6y ago48:57

48:57

Sara Jane stops by to talk her Boston Marathon roller coaster, haters, her product line, and the importance of routine. Sara is always pushing the envelope and making things happen. Tune in for some great insight on what it takes to find the time to take care of yourself amidst a hectic schedule. Contact Sara @sarajanewarner Stay up with TheONE @Th…

1
Episode #7 |Fitness Q&A| JP 43:43

6y ago43:43

43:43

Jordan sits down and answers your questions about breaking in to the Fitness Industry. What to do in college, how to pick the best internship, and most importantly - What NOT to do.. Unless you have daddy's credit card ;) Submit your questions for the next Q&A Episode through Instagram: @PendletonPerformance @The1Podcast Support the show…

1
Episode #6 |Mentally Strong| Isaac Asiata 57:16

6+ y ago57:16

57:16

It's RIVALRY WEEK! Isaac Asiata, former Utah Ute and NFL player sits down for a powerful episode of TheONE podcast. Of course we hash out the Holy War in this episode. Isaac also goes deep on mindset, family, and what ultimately led to his recent retirement from the NFL. Connect with Isaac Stay up with TheONE www.the1podcast.com Support the show…

1
Episode #5 |Perspective| 38:05

6+ y ago38:05

38:05

Feeling sorry for yourself? Down and out? Jordan goes deep on perspective and how it shapes the world around you in this solo episode. Jordan lights a fire with his emotional experience that led to his massive overhaul in perspective. Cut out self pity, get inspired, and remember those that are looking up to you for leadership. Stay up with TheONE …

1
Episode #4 |Grit| John Madsen 1:38:46

6+ y ago1:38:46

1:38:46

From never touching a football in high school, to playing in the NFL. John Madsen joins us in the studio to share his story - a story of Grit, Passion, and Persistence. Doubted, denied, passed up, are all words of encouragement to a guy like John. He is now a high level performance coach; helping athletes optimize their talent and build strength an…

1
Episode #3 |The Underdog| Mitch Mathews 1:04:04

6+ y ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Former NFL Receiver, now successful entrepreneur, and the lead role in the famous 'Hail Mary'-- Mitch Mathews joins us in TheONE studio for Episode 3. Mitch has a gripping story, has overcome endless obstacles, and has the mindset of a true champion. 'Always be an Underdog' - Mitch Mathews Contact Mitch @mitchmathews10 Stay up with TheONE @the1podc…

1
Episode #2 |Sacrifice| Austin Collie 1:14:55

6+ y ago1:14:55

1:14:55

Austin Collie, former NFL Wide Receiver, joins us in TheONE Studio to share his powerful story. Austin's belief in sacrifice and doing whatever it takes has allowed him to achieve greatness in all aspects of life: Reaching and becoming a dominant receiver in the NFL, business endeavors after his football career, and creating an incredible family. "…

1
The 1 Podcast - Episode 1 Part 2 of 2 - Perseverance With Ben Criddle 1:12:18

6+ y ago1:12:18

1:12:18

🚨🚨Here it is the second part of the first episode!🚨🚨 THE 1 PODCAST with Jordan Pendleton! We’re excited to announce our new podcast where you can catch all of our incredible guests and their stories that will inspire the world! This first episode is hosted by my close friend and successful entrepreneur Ben Criddle of ESPN 960 and owner at Orthopros…

1
The 1 Podcast - Episode 1 Part 1 of 2 - Perseverance With Ben Criddle 2:19:33

6+ y ago2:19:33

2:19:33

Welcome to the very first episode of The 1 Podcast with Jordan Pendleton! We are excited to launch our first podcast with the exceptional Ben Criddle, who is the host of Cougar Sports on ESPN 960. Make sure you check out his phenomenal podcast to keep up with the latest in sports. In this first half of our introductory podcast we go into depth on t…

1
Fake Friends 6:05

7+ y ago6:05

6:05

Talking about fake friends