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Recovery Talks
by Montana's Peer Network
MPN is a statewide peer run 501c3 non-profit recovery organization with a mission to lead the development of the peer support workforce and create pathways for wellness and recovery in communities throughout Montana. We provide information, education, training, peer support and resources across the state using our own “lived experience” in long term recovery.
Episodes
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Lindsay Clancy: System Failures
Please note: This podcast includes a discussion of suicide and harm to children as part of the Lindsay Clancy trial. Jim and board member Heidi use the high-profile Lindsay Clancy case as a lens to examine widespread ethical and structural failures in the U.S. mental health system
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Way Maker: Bridging the Cracks in Peer Recovery Support
In this podcast transcript, Jim Hajny interviews Jazelle, a dedicated recovery advocate and founder of Way Maker Outreach in Kalispell, Montana. The conversation highlights Jazelle’s journey from addiction and homelessness to becoming a peer support specialist, emphasizing how online learning and...
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Defining Peer Support Language
In this episode of Recovery Talks, Jim and Andi tackle the growing confusion around terminology in the peer support field. They dig into how words like "peer," "peer supporter," "peer support specialist," and "peer worker" are increasingly used interchangeably by providers and organizations which...
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Matthew Federrici
Jim reconnects with his old friend Matthew Federrici, the Executive Director of Doors to Wellbeing to chat about Taking Action for Whole Health and Wellbeing, a peer-led curriculum that has been evolving for 30 years. Matthew explains that this isn't just another clinical training. It’s a…
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Food and Recovery
This episode of Recovery Talks, hosted by Jim Hajny of Montana’s Peer Network, features a deep dive with board member Heidi into the often-overlooked connection between nutrition and mental health recovery. While traditional treatment often focuses on stabilization, the hosts argue that what we…
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Leadership with Lawrence Rhone Part 2
Continuing their exploration of the "recipe" for leadership, Jim and Lawrence discuss how a structured methodology—much like the scientific method—is essential for garnering respect for the recovery process and providing a framework for constant improvement.
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Leadership with Lawrence Rhone Part 1
Join Jim Hajny, Executive Director for Montana’s Peer Network, for an inspiring episode of the Recovery Talks podcast, a show dedicated to the core belief that recovery is possible, it works, and it is a journey toward freedom and peace. In this episode, Jim sits down with his close friend and...
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Karin Fried
Andi is joined by professional organizer Karin Freed who discusses the complexities of chronic disorganization and hoarding disorder. She clarifies that hoarding is a clinical mental health diagnosis characterized by a persistent difficulty in discarding items, which is distinct from temporary...
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Gold Sauce Edition
Jim and Andi discuss the Gold Sauce at the Golden Arches and the Gold Standard mentioned int he new SAMHSA Priorities.
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Heidi Waltenbaugh
Host and executive director, Jim Hajny, speaks with special guest Heidi, a peer supporter, wife, daughter, sister, stepmom, friend, and mother to three girls. Having met Jim through peer support training, Heidi joins the podcast to share her courageous story of mental health recovery.
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Lucie Bruno - Strength Found Program
Join Executive Director Jim Hajny as he welcomes a Lucie Bruno. Lucie is the director of the Strength Found program, which provides crucial support to adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). She is also a peer mentor for the Ethical Peer Support (EPS) training, operating out of Ottawa,...
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Erin Olson
Erin Olson, CBHPSS at St. Peter's in Helena, MT joins Jim for a discussion of leadership and recovery month activities. He is also the president of NAMI Helena, Vice chair of Lewis and Clark County Local Advisory Council, NAMI Montana Board Member, and CIT trainer.
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Misti Johnston
Misti Johnston, Drop in Center Director at the Butte, MT Rescue Mission sits down with Jim to discuss recovery and more.
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Mental Health with April Seat
Peer leader April Seat shares her mental health struggles in a very candid and honest conversation with Jim.
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Mental Health Month 2025
In this episode of Recovery Talks, Jim Hajny sits down with long-time friend and guest Todd Tecca to discuss how they manage their mental health and stay well during tough times. They reflect on personal experiences with mental health diagnoses, share daily wellness practices, talk about the…
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Federal Funding Freeze
In this episode, Jim and April delve into the federal funding freeze executive order issued in January 2025 and its ramifications for grantees and contractors. They discuss how this sudden policy shift has impacted organizations reliant on federal grants, particularly those in Montana's…
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Are you ready to be a peer supporter?
In this episode, Jim and April explore the essential skills and qualities necessary to become an effective peer supporter. They discuss the importance of lived experience, active listening, empathy, and maintaining healthy boundaries in peer support roles. The conversation also touches on the...
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Holistic Impactful Veteran Engagement (HIVE) Project in Montana
In this episode, Lawrence Rhone discusses the HIVE Project, an initiative aimed at assisting veterans in northeastern Montana transition into agriculture-related professions. The program offers resiliency training, classroom and field instruction, and connections to regional resources and…
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Recovery Language
Nikki and Jim provide an update on community organizing which leads to an in depth conversation about recovery language.
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Mental Health Crisis
Jim and special guest Sami share their experiences with mental health crisis, the aftermath, what helped and how others can support.
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Federation for Families Conference Wrap-up
Beth, Kayla, and Jim share their takeaways from our trip to Chicago for the Federation of Families Conference.
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Ryan Jackson
Lea talks to Ryan Jackson who offers Wellbriety from the 8th Judicial Veterans Court Program. Ryan has been involved in the criminal justice system and found purpose through offering a support group at Rocky Mountain Treatment Center.
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Advocacy Challenges
Lea and Jim share their experiences as advocates and the challenges we often do not talk about. Everyone wants to be an advocate but very few are willing to work towards solutions.
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ADHD Awareness
Jim and Kayla talk about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in honor of ADHD Awareness month. Kayla shares her experiences with ADHD including how she copes what it looks and feels like.
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Depression Deep Dive
Jim, Andi, and Beth share their experienced with depression diagnoses, how they affected their lives, and how they manage their symptoms.
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Navigating Family Systems
Jim talks to Kayla and Beth about their experiences navigating the systems in Montana for children and youth with special health care needs.
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Recovery Residence Fraud Case
Jim introduces our new podcast format. We will be increasing our podcast episodes and discussing current events to keep you informed of what is happening in the world of recovery and peer support!
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Drop-in Centers
MPN plays an important role in the state funded Drop in Centers. Lea and Jim discuss the history and development of DICs along with a vision of the future.
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April Jackson
Mandy is joined by April Jackson to discuss the challenge of living with BPD, how April's symptoms manifest, and how she maintains her recovery. Trigger warning: this includes discussion of self-harm.
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Stacey Schumer and Chas Buchanan
Mandy is joined by guests Stacey Schumer and Chas Buchanan as they dive into Stacey’s journey with breast cancer. They discuss how her diagnosis and treatment impacted her recovery, their marriage, and how they have chosen to heal from both addiction and cancer, finding purpose in their journeys…
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Radical Acceptance
Kayla and Jim talk about how radical acceptance can help people in recovery as well as parents of children with special health care needs.
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GAINS Center Training and Trauma Informed Care
Lea talks about a training she was invited to attend form the SAMHSA GAINS Center on the topics of trauma and involvement in the criminal justice system. Learn more at https://www.samhsa.gov/gains-center.
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Mental Health Month with Kayla
Jim talks with Kayla about here journey through the mental health system and how it has impacted her life as well as how she is raising her children.
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Mental Health Month with Jim and Mandy
Mandy talks to Jim about her experiences receiving a new mental health diagnosis that has helped her understand her struggles and her recovery.
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Mental Health Awareness Month with Beth Ayers
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Beth shares her experiences as a parent of a child with a behavioral health issue and becoming a family peer supporter. Check out the resources at https://www.samhsa.gov/programs/mental-health-awareness-month and https://www.ffcmh.org/acceptanceweek.
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Family Peer Support Roundtable
Mandy talks to the MPN Family Peer Supporters, Beth, Jana, Erin, and Kayla, about their experiences as parents of children with special health care needs and how peer support can help families navigate systems of care.
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Joanna Intara
Joanna Intara, LMFT, talks about trauma and how we react to it. Trauma responses can lead to behavioral health issues and Joanna tells us her perspective on addressing trauma.
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Jana and Lucy Galarus
Jana and Lucy Galarus share their story of navigating the systems necessary for Lucy to thrive and how Family Peer Support could have been beneficial.
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Erin Faulkner
Erin, a Family Peer Supporter with Montana's Peer Network, shares her story of a Stickler Syndrome diagnosis, treatment, and raising a child with the same condition.
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Co-occurring with Sami L
Sami shares her story about recovery from co-occurring disorders. Her journey has included institutionalization, medication, difficult times but she now has hope in her recovery and recently because a Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist.
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Montana Obstetrics Maternal Support (MOMS)
Mandy is joined by Stephanie Fitch and Valerie Lofgren of Montana Obstetrics Maternal Support (MOMS) program. The Montana Obstetrics & Maternal Support (MOMS) program was created to connect rural providers to obstetrical/gynecological, perinatal, mental health and substance abuse specialists to...
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LGBTQ+ Relationships in Recovery
Jim talks with Mandy and her fiance, Alisha, about their past relationships and how they found each other in recovery.
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Criminal Justice Subcommittee
Lea is joined by Criminal Justice Subcommittee members Roanna Gets Down Often and Jessica Colton for a discussion of what this committee is working on and how you can get involved.
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RCORP Project with Nikki Russell
Lea talks with Nikki about our recent Project in partnership with Community Coalition for Pregnant and Parenting Persons. Nikki is a CBHPSS and works with pregnant and parenting people who have substance use issues.
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Requested changes to the BHPSS statutes in Montana
Jim is joined by Zac Cannada and Erica Durham, CBHPSS and Peer Support Specialist Committee members. The committee is requesting changes to the statutes governing Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialists. You can find the proposed bill at http://bit.ly/3BIDxQP. You can reach Zac at...
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Holidays in Recovery 2022
Jim, Lea, and Mandy talk about how the holidays can affect their recoveries and tips for maintaining your recovery during the season of parties and get-togethers.
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Back to the Basics
Jim and Mandy look back at their recovery journeys and share insights that they have learned.
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Warrior Down Talking Circle Roundtable
Les is joined by three indigenous people in recovery who share their stories about their personal recovery. These guests are members of the Warrior Down Talking Circle support group that meets on Saturday evenings.
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Managing Seasonal Shifts
Mandy and Lea talk about how they are affected by seasonal changes. Fall and winter can be difficult if we aren't aware of how the weather affects us.
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Calvin Gone Recovery Story
Lea speaks with Calvin Gone about his recovery experience. Calvin has been sober for 11 years and credits his journey through a twelve step program as the pathway that worked for him.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
MPN is a statewide peer run 501c3 non-profit recovery organization with a mission to lead the development of the peer support workforce and create pathways for wellness and recovery in communities throughout Montana. We provide information, education, training, peer support and resources across the state using our own “lived experience” in long term recovery.
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Montana's Peer Network
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