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Just Say Something Podcast
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Episodes
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Episode 133: Chris Hale from Mental Health America
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Chris Hale from Mental Health America of Greenville County about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the support available to anyone who may be struggling. Chris explains that a crisis looks different for everyone, and you...
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Episode 132: Breaking Down Barriers to Healthcare with Suzie Foley
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Suzie Foley, Executive Director of the Greenville Free Medical Clinic, about the important role the clinic plays in providing healthcare to uninsured adults in Greenville County. Suzie explains how the clinic has evolved…
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Episode 131: Start the Conversation Before There’s a Problem
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark reminds parents and caregivers that they do not have to wait until something goes wrong to start an important conversation. Prevention begins long before a bad grade, a call from school, a discovered vape, or another warning sign. It...
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Episode 130: The Vaping Conversation
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks about youth vaping and why we cannot accept nicotine use as an inevitable part of growing up. While cigarette smoking among young people has declined dramatically, vaping has created a new challenge, and many young people may not...
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Episode 129: Just Say Something Red Ribbon 5K - October 4th
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark shares everything you need to know about the 2026 Just Say Something Red Ribbon 5K, happening Sunday, October 4 at Sugar Creek Clubhouse #3 in Greer. Whether you run, walk, volunteer, cheer from the sidelines, or bring the whole family...
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Episode 128: National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark recognizes National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, observed last week on August 21, while emphasizing that fentanyl awareness and prevention need our attention all year long! Illicitly manufactured fentanyl can be found in...
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Episode 127: August Reset: Building Healthier Habits as a Family
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark recognizes National Wellness Month and discusses why August is a great time for families to reset as summer winds down and a new school year begins. Phil explains that wellness goes far beyond exercise and nutrition. Healthy sleep,...
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Episode 126: Cal Beyer - Senior Director of SAFE Workplaces for SAFE Project
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Cal Beyer, Senior Director of SAFE Workplaces at SAFE Project, about prevention, substance use, mental health, and the important role workplaces and communities can play in supporting people before a crisis occurs. Cal…
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Episode 125: Compass of Carolina: Breaking the Cycle of Family Violence
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark welcomes Lillian Garcia, Director of the Family Violence Intervention Program (FVIP) at Compass of Carolina, to discuss how education, accountability, and support can help break the cycle of family violence. Lillian explains how the...
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Episode 124: Connection Is the Best Summer Safety Plan
As families begin the countdown to a new school year, it's easy to focus on school supplies, class schedules, and getting everyone back into a routine. But one of the most important ways to prepare students for success doesn't come from a backpack or a classroom. It starts with connection. In…
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Episode 123: National Parents Day
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark recognizes National Parents Day by celebrating the parents, grandparents, caregivers, and trusted adults who make a difference in the lives of young people every day. Phil reminds listeners that perfect parenting doesn't exist, but...
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Episode 122: The Connection Between Emotional Health & Substance Abuse
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark explores the powerful connection between emotional health and substance abuse. While conversations about addiction often focus on drugs, alcohol, or vaping, Phil explains that many people aren't seeking to destroy their lives. They're...
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Episode 121: Building Protective Factors During Summer Break
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark discusses why prevention remains just as important during the summer months as it is throughout the school year. While summer offers young people more freedom, it also brings changes in routine, supervision, and social connections that...
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Episode 120: The First 30 Days of School
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark explains why the first 30 days of a new school year are some of the most important when it comes to prevention, healthy habits, and student success. While parents often focus on school supplies and schedules, Phil encourages listeners…
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Episode 119: Tyler Burgess - CEO of SE Retail
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark welcomes back Tyler Burgess, CEO of SE Retail, for an honest and deeply personal conversation about addiction, recovery, family, and the power of communication. Tyler shares his journey from being prescribed Adderall for ADHD to...
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Episode 118: Kimberly Tissot with Able - South Carolina
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Kimberly Tissot, CEO of Able South Carolina, about the organization’s mission to empower people with disabilities and create a more inclusive South Carolina. Kimberly explains how Able South Carolina helps individuals gain...
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Episode 117: Dennis Gillan - Half A Sorrow Foundation
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Dennis Gillan, founder of the Half A Sorrow Foundation, about suicide prevention, mental health, and the personal experiences that led him to this work. Dennis shares the heartbreaking story of losing two brothers to suicide...
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Episode 116: The Evolving Conversation On Tobacco
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark reflects on how the conversation around tobacco use has changed and why many adults are still viewing today’s challenges through an outdated lens. While traditional cigarette use once dominated prevention conversations, vaping has...
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Episode 115: Tanner’s Hope
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with sisters Denise and Melissa, founders of Tanner’s Hope, a nonprofit created in memory of their father after he passed away from glioblastoma brain cancer. What began as a deeply personal journey has grown into an organization...
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Episode 114: Rand Williams Greenville Elks 858 DAC Lead
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Rand Williams of the Greenville Elks Drug Awareness Commission about the organization’s longstanding commitment to prevention, education, and community service. Rand shares how the Elks support youth and families through…
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Episode 113: Chelby Drafts - Miss Golden Corner
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark welcomes Chelby Drafts, Miss Golden Corner and Miss South Carolina candidate, to discuss her passion for substance abuse prevention and the personal story that drives her work. Chelby shares how growing up with a parent struggling with...
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Episode 112: What Happens When Communities Stay Silent
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark explores the impact of silence within communities and how it can unintentionally allow risky behaviors and challenges facing young people to go unchecked. He explains that prevention is not just about programs or one-time…
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Episode 111: Safer Doesn’t Mean Safe
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark addresses a common misconception surrounding vaping: the idea that because it may be “safer” than traditional cigarettes, it must be safe. Phil explains how this line of thinking can lower perceived risk, especially among teens, making...
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Episode 110: Joshua Goodwin Joins JSS
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark introduces Joshua Goodwin, the organization’s new Director of Development, and shares insight into the continued growth and impact of Just Say Something and Compass of Carolina. Joshua brings a diverse background in communications,...
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Episode 109: Why 'Just Say No' Isn’t Enough Anymore
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark challenges the idea that prevention can be reduced to a simple phrase like “Just Say No.” While the message is familiar, today’s reality is far more complex, with teens facing constant social and digital pressures that make...
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Episode 108: The Loneliness Epidemic Among Teens
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark explores the growing issue of loneliness among teens and why it’s more than just being alone; it’s about feeling unseen, unheard, and unknown. Despite being constantly connected through technology, many young people are struggling with…
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Episode 107: Cynthia Langley - SHARE Head Start
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Cynthia Langley of SHARE Head Start about how early childhood support can shape long-term outcomes for children and families. Cynthia explains that Head Start is much more than child care. It’s a comprehensive program…
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Episode 106: The Importance of Family Dinners
In this solo episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phillip Clark explores one of the most overlooked but powerful prevention tools: everyday moments like family dinners and car rides. While prevention is often thought of as big conversations or structured programs, Phillip reminds us that it...
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Episode 105: IMPACT Sports 2026 with Stacey Ashmore
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Philip Clark speaks with Stacey Ashmore about the IMPACT Youth Sports Program, a community initiative serving kids ages 6–12 in Greenville. Stacey shares how the program uses sports like soccer, flag football, and basketball to create a safe,...
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Episode 104: National No Smoking Day
In this episode of Just Say Something, Phillip Clark reflects on National No Smoking Day, observed March 11. The focus isn’t shame or judgment. It’s awareness, support, and creating one intentional moment to think about health and habits. The day began in Ireland in 1984 and later spread to other...
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Episode 103: Camp Mariposa
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Cheryl Cromartie, former commander with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office. Cheryl shares her background in community engagement, crime prevention, and building positive relationships across Greenville County. The...
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Episode 102: The Pressure Teens are Under
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark explores the growing and evolving pressures teens face today and how those pressures differ from previous generations. While stress has always been part of adolescence, Phil explains that what’s changed is the intensity, visibility…
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Episode 101: Why Prevention Doesn't Make Headlines but Saves Lives
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark explores why prevention work is often overlooked, underfunded, and misunderstood, even though it quietly saves lives every single day. Unlike crises or emergencies, prevention doesn’t come with breaking news alerts or dramatic moments....
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Episode 100: Prevention Isn’t Talk: It’s a Thousand Small Moments
In this milestone episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark reflects on what prevention really looks like and why it rarely happens in one big conversation. Instead of a single “talk,” Phil explains that prevention is built through everyday reactions, quiet check-ins, and the way…
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Episode 99: Laura-Allen Kerlin, Communities in Schools of South Carolina
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Laura Allen Kerlin from Communities In Schools of South Carolina about how surrounding students with consistent, caring support helps them stay in school and succeed in life. Laura explains how Communities In Schools…
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Episode 98: Tiffney Davidson-Parker of NAMI Greenville
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark welcomes back Tiffney Davidson-Parker, Executive Director of NAMI Greenville, for an in-depth conversation about mental health support, advocacy, and community impact across the Upstate. Tiffney explains how NAMI is structured...
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Episode 97: Phil and Norma Jean Suarez of Unity Health on Main
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark welcomes back Norma Jean Suarez from Unity Health on Main to talk about what’s new, what’s growing, and what’s next for community-based health care in Greenville. Norma Jean shares updates on Unity Health on Main's services, including...
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Episode 96: The Sip Off! Coming in February 2026
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark shares an exciting announcement about a brand-new fundraiser coming to Greenville in 2026. The Sip Off is a first-of-its-kind mocktail competition designed to bring the community together for a fun, creative, and high-energy evening...
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Episode 95: A New Way To Approach Goal Setting
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark offers a refreshing and compassionate take on New Year goal setting. Instead of pushing rigid resolutions, planners, or pressure to “get it right” by January 1, Phil invites listeners to slow down and consider what growth could look…
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Episode 94: Opioids & Our Community: What Prevention Looks Like At Home
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark addresses the ongoing opioid crisis and what meaningful prevention looks like inside our homes and communities. He explains how fentanyl continues to drive overdose deaths across South Carolina, often through counterfeit pills that…
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Episode 93:The New Landscape of Vaping: What Parents Really Need to Know
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark focuses on one of the most urgent prevention issues facing families today: how vaping and nicotine use are showing up in new, harder-to-detect ways among teens. He explains how modern vaping devices are designed to be hidden in plain...
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Episode 92: Parenting in the Digital Age: Reducing Risk When Every App Has a Trap
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark tackles one of the biggest challenges facing families today: keeping kids safe in a digital world where every app comes with hidden risks. Drawing from research by the U.S. Surgeon General, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the…
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Episode 91: How to Help Upstate SC Nonprofits This Year
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark highlights the urgent needs of Upstate nonprofits and how community members can make a meaningful impact in 2025. With rising costs, increased demand for services, and more families seeking support, local organizations from…
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Episode 90: JSS Community Events with Andrea Camacho
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, Phil Clark talks with Andrea Camacho, the newest full-time member of the Just Say Something team and a familiar face at community events across the Greenville area. Andrea shares her passion for community outreach, her background growing up in...
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Episode 89: Phil Clark and Lynn Hooper Talk Parenting
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, host Phil Clark sits down with Lynn Hooper, longtime parenting educator and program leader at Just Say Something, to discuss how parenting has evolved and what challenges families face today. Lynn shares insight from decades of experience leading...
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Episode 88: The Power Collective: Two Years of Impact and a Bright Year Three Ahead
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, host Phil Clark reflects on two years of measurable impact from The Power Collective, a collaborative initiative funded by the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund. Together with partners including Unity Health on Main, Rise Prevention, NAMI...
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Episode 87: International Stress Awareness Day
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, host Phil Clark recognizes International Stress Awareness Day, observed on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Phil explores how stress impacts our mental health, relationships, and even our choices around substance use, and why learning to manage it is...
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Episode 86: Great American Smokeout
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, host Phil Clark shines a spotlight on the Great American Smokeout, a national event organized by the American Cancer Society each year on the third Thursday in November. More than just a date on the calendar, it’s a powerful reminder that…
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Episode 85: Misha Gibson from Compass of Carolina
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, host Phil Clark talks with Misha Gibson, therapist at Compass of Carolina, to talk about her personal journey from client to therapist and the life-changing work happening within the organization. Misha shares how therapy changed her life at a...
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Episode 84: Red Ribbon Week 2025
In this episode of the Just Say Something Podcast, host Phillip Clark reflects on the true meaning behind Red Ribbon Week, a movement that began nearly 40 years ago in honor of DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena and continues to unite communities in the fight for a drug-free future. Phil shares…
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