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The Breakwater Podcast
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Episodes
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🎙️ Breakwater Voices: A Youth & Family Perspective on Prevention
In this episode of The Breakwater Podcast, we sit down with Kypton—a passionate young member of our youth substance use prevention group—and his mother, Megan, for a heartfelt conversation about the power of prevention, family, and community. Together, they share what it’s been like to be part of...
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The Breakwater Podcast- Katie Jaegly from UW Extension
Katie Jaegly from UW Extension joins the podcast to share some of her experiences and what she does and also her involvement with Substance Free Futures.
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Substance Free Futures: Youth Taking Action
Three incredible youth leaders from Substance Free Futures talk about their group and what inspired them into getting involved in substance use prevention.
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Meet the New Wave: Introducing Our Coalition Coordinator
Learn about the new wave of Breakwater a youth substance use prevention coalition.
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The Breakwater Podcast - Drug Prevention with Vive 18
Introducing Jake from Vive 18 – an exciting opportunity to discover the latest initiatives in our community focusing on drug prevention for young teens. Tune in to hear about the incredible advancements and impactful movements spearheaded by our youth! Get ready to be inspired!
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Episode 3 - Recovery is Possible - A Community Together
Episode 3 - Recovery is Possible - A Community Together by The Breakwater Podcast
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Episode 02 - Unveiling The Hidden Struggles - A Community Together
Join us as we shed light on some of the hidden struggles that go unnoticed daily. Our guest will provide valuable insights and open up a thoughtful conversation about the challenges faced by individuals in our community. It's time to bring these issues to the forefront! 💡💙
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Episode 01: You are Not Alone -A Community Together Podcast
Listen to our podcast to connecting our community together with relevant topics that aren't discussed. Special guest: Jesse Klapa.
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Community Asks, Teens Answer with Communities North Students: Episode 3
We know it can be tough to know what questions to ask youth about substance use, or even if you should bring it up. In this episode, students from Oshkosh North High School answer questions submitted anonymously by Oshkosh Community members. Have a question that wasn't covered? Fill out the form...
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Community Asks, Teens Answer with Communities North Students: Episode 2
Community asks, Teens Answer Episode 2: We know it can be tough to know what questions to ask youth about substance use, or even if you should bring it up. In this episode, students from Oshkosh North High School answer questions submitted anonymously by Oshkosh Community members. Have a question...
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Introduction: Communities North And Breakwater 2023: Episode 1
Hello everyone! We are Jera and Evelyn juniors at Oshkosh North. We are partnering with the Breakwater Podcast to share what we are doing at Oshkosh North High School Communities. Our goal in 2023 is to make a safe space for High School students in Oshkosh. We want this space to allow for teens…
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Episode 34 - G's Story - Life Keeps Going
** Trigger Warning - This episode contains themes of abuse and neglect** Keep moving forward. Although it is no longer pride month, we feel like L.G.B.T.Q.I.A.+ voices should be heard all year long. On this episode you will hear G's story along with their triumphs and successes now. Check out…
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Episode 33 - Creating Community - Rev. Dr. Chris Corbin
Today I am joined with Rev. Dr. Chris Corbin. He currently serves as rector, Senior Pastor of Trinity Episcopal Church in Oshkosh. On this episode we will learn a little bit about who Chris is and his passions he brings to our community of Oshkosh. To learn more, visit:...
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Epsiode 02: Black Widow - Be Courageous Anonymous Podcast
Be Courageous Anonymous Podcast is a a youth-led twist on our Breakwater Podcast. This podcast features guests from our local community who share their experiences growing up in-turn they have shaped who they are. It covers vulnerable topics that aim at shining a light on situations most of us...
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Episode 01: Introduction - Be Courageous Anonymous Podcast
Be Courageous Anonymous Podcast is a a youth-led twist on our Breakwater Podcast. This podcast features guests from our local community who share their experiences growing up in-turn they have shaped who they are. It covers vulnerable topics that aim at shining a light on situations most of us...
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Episode 32 - Surviving to Thriving - Jesse Heffernan
Jesse Heffernan is a man of many traits, including co-owner of Helios Recovery, a recovery coach, consultant and a person in long-term substance use and mental health recovery It is his belief that Recovery is a process of moving from surviving to thriving as a whole person. Helios Recovery...
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Episode 31: Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction is a vital piece of keeping our community safe and healthy. This panel will highlight the work being done in our community to meet people where they are, keep people who use drugs safe, and prevent more overdose deaths. Panelists include: Chief Kurt Leibold from UW-Oshkosh Police...
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Episode 30: Hopeful Perspective - Through the Lens of a Family Member
Ashley is a mom, a friend, a supporter of the recovery community, and someone who has lost someone to substance use. Ashley is compelled to tell her story in hopes that someone can relate and know that they are not alone, as well as share a perspective in hopes that others will challenge…
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Episode 29: Youth Takeover feat. Lauren Sisler
Callie and Kierstyn, youth from Oshkosh, take over the podcast to interview Lauren Sisler. Lauren is an award-winning sports broadcaster with ESPN and the SEC Network and has a powerful story. On this podcast we sat down with Lauren as she shared her wisdom and how we can continue to break down…
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Episode 28: Riding The Wave Of Emotion (Part 2)
On our last episode we were joined with Karen Iverson Riggers and Lynn McLaughlin to talk about the importance of emotions. We had an overwhelming response and brought them back on to dive deeper into the culture of emotions. Karen also walks us through an emotional learning practice that you can...
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Episode 27: The Missing Piece: Emotions and Wellness
Experiencing emotional crisis is universal; all people experience it at some time during their life. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, the stress of being a single parent, the fear of financial instability, the depression of social isolation, or a myriad of other circumstances that affect...
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Episode 26: Cumulus Broadcasting interviews Breakwater
Hannah Wilz, Breakwater's coordinator, share's Breakwater's initiatives, mission and future goals with Bill Schultz, host of Answers to Energy Questions on Cumulus Broadcasting.
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Episode 25- Tobacco is Changing - Community Action for Healthy Living
Community Action for Healthy Living (CAHL) is a community coalition working to reduce youth and adult substance use, particularly the burden of tobacco. Find out everything you need to know about tobacco from Emma Kane, a strategist with CAHL. On this episode, we cover tobacco trends, the…
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Episode 24 - It's Not Too Late - Red Ribbon Week
Community panel consisting of Chris Tarmann from the UWO Police Department and Dan Haak from Apricity to have a real- conversation about navigating difficult, but much-needed conversations with youth. Learn more about Red Ribbon Week:https://www.redribbon.org/ Want to have your voice heard…
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Cannabis Questions
Dr. Eric is back and joined by Allison Garner to answer some of your cannabis questions. We took common questions and themes from our community conversations on cannabis - listen in to hear the answers.
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Episode 23 - Boden
Boden joins the podcast to share his story of recovery. Boden is 18 years old and working hard to maintain his recovery, but finding a gap in resources and social supports as an 18 year old man. Listen in as Boden shares his personal story, advice for parents, teens, and others who may be...
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SS07 - Don't Use the F Word
In Sandy's last episode in her series, she sits down with Lindsey Loewe to discuss honeymoon periods, why all behavior is a form of communication, the role of cocooning, and more. Listen in as these two providers round out the series with some fun facts and sound advice.
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SS06 - Brain Disease v. Choice
Is substance use disorder (or addiction) a choice or a brain disease? That's the question Sandy answers in episode 6 of our 7 episode series with her.
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SS05 Perception Of Harm
In episode 5 of our Series with Sandy, we tackle perception of harm. What is it, where does it come from, and how do we help shape it.
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Episode 22 - RESCHEDULED MARCH 30th 2022: Recovery in the Community Event
Jennifer Skolaski shares an exciting announcement about the keynote speaker for the March 30th Recovery in the Community event. Register here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0W0ZfCf4VQdIVk6TFTQdDSnoSHz9rfqUt0kXvpOa278dqgg/viewform?usp=sf_link...
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SS04 Schools
In episode 4 of our series with Sandy Shaffer, its all about schools. This past school year was an interesting one for all involved. From students and teachers to parents and employers, everyone had to adjust, adapt and, hopefully, overcome. Sandy shares her thoughts on how all that shifting...
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Episode 21 - Vicki Schorse
In this episode we hear from County Board Member Vicki Schorse about why she thinks legalizing marijuana is a big mistake. Vicki reached out to share her thoughts after the first article in our Navigating Cannabis series was published. This happened to be on the heels of Councilman Aaron...
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Episode 20 - Councilman Wojciechowski
On this special episode of the breakwater podcast, we sat down with Councilman Aaron Wojciechowski to talk about his push to decriminalize marijuana in the City of Oshkosh. If you haven't already listened to Episode 17 with Winnebago County DA Gossett, please go back and listen! DA Gossett…
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SS03 Screen Time with Lindsey Loewe
This episode is all about screen time - for our kids and for ourselves. Did virtual schooling during the pandemic change recommendations? How do we manage our children's use of technology when we find ourselves helpless against the screens we carry in our pockets all day? Lindsey Loewe gives us…
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SS02 Coping Skills With Sandy
In Episode 2 of our 7 Episode series, Sandy Shaffer joins us to talk about coping skills. She gives us some tips on how to find the right set of coping skills for us and how to help our kids learn coping skills from an early age. We also talk about how important this is to those in early and...
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SS01 EI With Sandy
Episode 1 in a 7 episode series with LCSW Sandy Shaffer. Sandy is the owner of Shaffer Counseling & Consulting in Oshkosh, and practices under the Collaborative Wellness umbrella. In this episode we talk all about emotional intelligence. We also mention another podcast, First Person Plural: EI &...
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Episode 19 - The Daybreak Project
In this episode we learn about The Daybreak Project from leader Jamie Loehnis, and Jean joins us to share her personal story. Jean loves someone who struggles with substance use, but she found The Daybreak Project and explains how going helped her family. To learn more about The Daybreak Project,...
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Episode 18 - Gas Station Heroin & Marigold Seeds
Dr. LeNoue, Dr. Smiltneek & Amanda Puhl join the podcast to talk about supplements, new drug trends, and what's up with marigold seeds.
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Episode 17 - Diversion, Drug Courts & Decriminalization
We sat down with Winnebago County District Attorney Christian Gossett to understand how legalization and decriminalization are different, what's up in Oregon, and how all of this looks in Winnebago County, WI. Be sure to check out our resources page for more information -...
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Episode 16 - Delta8 With Officer Place
We are joined by Officer & DRE Instructor Nick Place. Officer Place tells us all about Delta 8 THC - what it is, what it isn't, and what we need to know about it right now. Be sure to check out our resources page at www.breakwaterwi.org/resources for some helpful tips on talking to kids about...
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Episode 15 - Sexual Assault Awareness With Reach Counseling
In this episode, we're joined by Ciara from Reach Counseling to learn more about sexual assault and sexual abuse here in Winnebago County. We typically talk about substance use and substance use prevention on this podcast, and this might feel like a bit of a left turn…but it's not as big of a…
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Episode 14 - Age Friendly Communities
In this episode, I sat down with Brynn from the ADRC and Alana from the Winnebago County Health Department to learn about seniors, substance use, and the age friendly community's initiative. For more information, check out the following links! **Special Note** Since this conversation was…
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Episode 13 - Teen Dating Violence With Christine Ann
In this episode we sat down with Shawna & Alicia from Christine Ann to learn about Teen Dating Violence and how social media, isolation, and substance use play a role. Shawna & Alicia share all about the services Christine Ann offers, their recent 'Love Shouldn't Hurt' art show, and how the...
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Episode 12 - Life, Recovery, And Giving Back With Ryan Clevenger
In this episode we talked with Ryan Clevenger. Ryan is sharing his personal story of substance use and recovery. Ryan shares his perspective on growing up in Texas and starting to drink alcohol at an early age – how that evolved to drug use and, eventually, a life in recovery. Ryan is now an...
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Episode 11 - A Tale Of 2 Innovations
ThedaCare recently launched two innovative programs in the area. One is a walk-in behavioral health clinic and the other is a partnership with Apricity Services that brings recovery coaches into the emergency room after someone has experienced an overdose. These programs are sure to have a…
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Episode 10 - Montee Ball + Life, Recovery, and Paying it Forward
I am joined on this episode by Steering Team member and Treatment & Recovery Team Chair, Dan Hawk and the one & only Montee Ball. Montee shares with us his personal experience with alcohol and living a life in recovery. We talk about his experience with the FIXED project, social norms in…
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Episode 09 - Current Topics In Alcohol Policy
Welcome to our special release episode of the breakwater podcast. There is a lot happening with alcohol policy in Wisconsin right now – so we took a few moments to sit down with Julia Sherman, Coordinator for the Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project and Niki Euhardy –member of the Wisconsin Public...
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Episode 08 - THC & Teens with Dr. Maloney
Amanda Puhl, Outreach Coordinator and Dr. Maloney, Executive Director of Addiction Services with Rogers Behavioral Health join us to talk about everything THC. Dr. Maloney breaks down the difference between whole plant marijuana, THC and CBD - and how they all affect our bodies differently. We...
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Episode 07 - Alcohol Culture & Pandemic Drinking With Julia Sherman
Julia Sherman, Coordinator for the Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project (https://law.wisc.edu/wapp/) discusses alcohol culture and how Wisconsin's has changed over the years and pandemic drinking in 2020. She shares some personal experience and ways individuals and community coalitions can help…
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Episode 06 - MAT With Dr. Smiltneek & Dr LeNoue
Dr. Smiltneek & Dr. LeNoue talk about MAT (medication assisted treatment) for managing and treating addiction. The doctors breakdown the physiologic reaction to medications, the disease of addiction, and why talking to your kids is so important, even at an early age. If you're struggling with...
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