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The Empty Chair
by The Empty Chair
The Empty Chair tells the stories of addiction, from the fall to the crash, to the soaring freedom of recovery, by those who have walked the jagged path. Messages of deep despair and, ultimately, hope to light the way of those who want to end their struggles with addiction.
Episodes
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E57 - Ashley and Carin Post Partum Depression
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and what better time to shed light on a subject that affects so many yet is often left in the shadows—the emotional and mental impact of pregnancy and motherhood. From perinatal to postpartum, these experiences can be filled with love and joy—but also…
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E56 - Joel and Billy
Join Cole Caffrey with Special Guests Billy & Joel as they shine a light on Alcohol Awareness Month and share their powerful stories of hope, healing, and long-term recovery. The Impact of Alcohol Use on Individuals and FamiliesDiscuss the physical, emotional, and social effects of alcohol…
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E55 - Matty and Corey
Join us as MVPASAP takes action during Alcohol Awareness Month to raise education and awareness about alcohol use and misuse. According to the CDC, approximately 178,000 individuals die each year from excessive alcohol use, highlighting the importance of our collective efforts. In our upcoming…
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E54 - Jim G and Jimmy G. (No, not that one)
*** BIG NEWS ***MVPASAP is Beyond thrilled to start this year's "Empty Chair" series with the RED & BLUE First Responders endure and tackle challenges that are thrown at them. Through these experiences, they may find themselves facing wounds that scar the body & the mind, and question if their…
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E53 - Nikki
Phil Lahey's next guest for this episode of The Empty Chair is Nikki G. "Like many others, she began using at a young age. It took a while, but she found a 12-step program and started her journey to recovery. I always admired that although she had bumps in the road, she always learned from them…
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E52 - Kimberly and Vincent from Blue Lotus Wellness
May is Mental Health Awareness MonthJoin Cole Welch-Caffrey and 2 Amazing Guests from Blue Lotus Wellness Center this week to learn of the importance of taking care of your own "mental health". Kimberly Sieper, MS, MBA, LCMHC, MLADC works with individuals experiencing many diverse mental health...
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E51 - Steevie, Brook and Lauren. A Show About Sponsors
This episode of The Empty Chair is being dedicated in memory of Joy Gallagher. Joy by being a Sponsor was responsible for saving the lives of many young ladies. Unfortunately, the only one she didn’t save was her own. We honor her by bringing in three young ladies who share a sponsorship family…
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E50 - Louise Griffin, the President of Zack’s Team Foundation
Phil Lahey's guest on this week's Empty Chair is Louise Griffin. Louise Griffin is a proud “Lowellian” and the President of Zack’s Team Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing the stigma and shame associated with substance use disorder through education, information, and...
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E49 - Elias and Stella
Excessive alcohol use accounted for more than 140,000 deaths per year. April is Alcohol Awareness Month. This month is designated to increase public awareness and understanding, reduce stigma and encourage local communities to focus on alcoholism and alcohol-related issues. Join Cole P. Welch...
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E48 - Helen Sheehan, founder and CEO of Emman’s Heart Foundation
Phil Lahey's guest on The Empty Chair is Helen Sheehan. She is the founder and CEO of Emman’s Heart foundation. She organized this effort after the tragic loss of her son to a fentanyl overdose in April 2019 join us as Helen reminisces about Emman and talks of her efforts to combat substance…
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E47 - Steve and Dani
Cole Welch-Caffrey hosts this edition of "The Empty Chair" podcast on both MVPASAP Facebook and the Empty Chair Podcast on YouTube. Joining Cole in this episode are 2 Amazing Guests: Dani Sinclair & Steve Heald. Dani a local police officer for over 20 years and currently assigned to the detective...
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E46 - Keith Keller, Author of "Infinite Recovery"
Join Phil Lahey for this edition of The Empty Chair as he talks with Keith Keller, author of "Infinite Recovery: A Guide to Freedom from Addiction" Keith is an author, registered nurse, recovery expert, and activist. He has been in recovery from alcohol and polysubstance use disorder for 32…
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E45 - Jesus - Leaving the Streets Ministry
Join Cole Welch-Caffrey, Thursday, February 2, 2023, on The Empty Chair LIVE podcast on both MVPASAP Facebook & The Empty Chair podcast on YouTube as she discusses Gang Prevention and Awareness with former Latin King, Jesus Ruiz. Jesus' story is one of VICTORY and one you do not want to miss.…
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E44 - The Pegasus House Girls
Pegasus House is a very special house for young ladies (ages 18-25) suffering from addiction. In this edition, Phil Lahey talks with three young ladies who are residents of that facility. They will tell us about their recovery, their relapses, and their hopes for the future. Please tune in to our...
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E43 - Jasmine and Annemarie
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The U.S. Department of State estimates that 14,500 to 17,500 people are trafficked into the United States each year. Trafficked victims are often beaten and brutalized, raped and sexually abused. Victims also frequently are deprived of...
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E42 - Denise Sullivan
Christmas continues this week with the gift of having "Denise Sullivan" as a Special Guest on The Empty Chair. Join Cole Welch-Caffrey in welcoming Denise for a night of recovery, healing, & HOPE!!! Together these women have "81" years of Recovery!! Denise will have "47" years clean & sober on...
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E41 - Aaron and Doug
Join Phil Lahey and "2" amazing guests this week on "The Empty Chair for the Addict that didn't know recovery was possible" Aaron Goodro from First Baptist Church and Doug Griffin, a father that lost his daughter to an overdose, will be discussing Mercy Street, a group for those not only that…
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E40 - Lisette
Lisette is a woman in long-term recovery who continues to use her experiences for recovery advocacy. She is currently working with CORE Peer Recovery and Resource Center as the Program Coordinator/Assistant Director. Her passion for advocacy started growing up in a predominately Puerto Rican...
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E39 - Harold Magoon from LMCC
Our next guest is Harold Magoon. He is the Director of the Lawrence Methuen community coalition LMCC was started in 1995 with one part-time position. It has grown to seven full-time employees +3 part-time employees. Please tune in to discover all of the resources and programs they have to offer....
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E38 - Shannon and Marco
Join Cole P. Welch Caffrey with (2) AMAZING guests on this week's episode of "The Empty Chair, for The Addict That Didn't Know Recovery was Possible". Marco A. & Shannon L. will share their experience, strength, and offer HOPE to those struggling in active addiction. Marco A. will share how his...
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E37 - Karen (and Ginger)
Join Phil Lahey with special Guest: Karen Burbank Mcgravey-Gajera as she shares her devastating story of losing her daughter Emma Rose to an accidental overdose this year. Karen hopes to decrease the stigma attached to addiction by sharing her daughter's story with Phil and other families that…
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E36 - Mike and Frankie
Join Cole Welch-Caffrey with 2 Amazing Guests: Mike L. & Frankie W! These men will share how they went from the high cost of low living to living the dream, one day at a time. Amazing stories in this episode. It's one you cannot miss! We do RECOVER!
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E35 - Fran and Phil
Our New Series is on a roll with Amazing Guests!!! This week, tune in to watch the Founders of Circle Of Hope, Phil & Fran Lahey Fran & Phil will talk about the past 20 years of hosting the Circle of Hope, a family support group for those that have a loved one struggling with addiction. Phil &…
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E34 - Linda and John
It's RECOVERY MONTH and I can't think of a better way to kick it off than having "2" amazing individuals as my guests on "The Empty Chair!!!!! Join me and my guests, Linda S. and John M, for a night of Recovery, Fun, Laughter, and HOPE!!!!! Linda is not a "first-time winner" per se, but she has...
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E33 - Jen And Phil - Season Finale
Join founders of MVPASAP for the last show of the season: Tune in to Jenn Burns & Phil Lahey as they discuss the evolution of MVPASAP, and the positive changes it has made in the community. They both will discuss their personal journey in recovery and how they navigated through trials and...
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E32 - Devyn and Brendan
Tune in for a night of recovery, laughter, and HOPE with Colleen "Cole" Welch & her 2 AMAZING Guests, Devyn W. & Brendan J. D & B are 2 young men who are BLESSED to have found recovery at a young age and are testimony that "We do Recover" Hear how they defied the laws of addiction and death and...
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E31 - Freddie and Tony
Tune in for a FUN night of recovery, laughter, and HOPE with Colleen "Cole" Welch & her 2 long-time friends & fellow travelers in recovery: Freddie the Irish Godfather & Tony C. from Mingya Valley... 3 combined have over 87 years of recovery, wisdom and experiences to share... This is a show you...
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E30 - Matt and Michael
Tune into The Empty Chair's LIVE podcast on MVPASAP Facebook page. Join Phil Leahy and two Amazing guests as they share their Experience and Strength while offering HOPE to those still struggling. Matt G & Mikey D. will share how they survived the grips of death by overcoming addiction and…
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E29 - Phil and Ari
Join Phil Lahey for an hour of recovery, conversation and HOPE!!!!! Joining Phil are (2) Amazing Guests: Jonathan P. has been sober for 7 years and is someone who has achieved sobriety through the 12-step model. Originally from NJ Jonathan came to New England to begin his recovery journey....
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E28 - Daniel and Lauren
Tune in for a SPECIAL evening on "The Empty Chair" LIVE Podcast this week as Phil Lahey hosts a show you do NOT want to miss.. Phil's guest is one of the very first recipients of a scholarship into treatment, Daniel R. Daniel will be sharing how he struggled with substance misuse and how he...
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E27 - William and Brittany
Join Colleen "Cole" Welch LIVE on Merrimack Valley Prevention And Substance Abuse Facebook page for a powerful episode of The Empty Chair, with two Amazing Guests! William S. & Brittney G. William went through 10 years of drinking alcohol and using substances from the age of 14 until he got sober...
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E26 - Jacob and Jon
Join Colleen "Cole" Welch LIVE on Merrimack Valley Prevention And Substance Abuse Facebook page for a powerful episode of The Empty Chair, with (2) Amazing Guests: Jacob H. & Jon H. Jacob was raised in a small town located in the Lakes Region of NH, born into a family of love, kindness, and...
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E25 - Jesus and Aaren
Join Colleen "Cole" Welch on The Empty Chair with "2" Amazing guests, Jesus Ruiz & Aaren Evans, 2 reformed gang members that will share experience, strength, and HOPE to those struggling with addiction while offering a wide range of solutions to benefit at-risk-youths in harm of gang affiliation....
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E24 - Jennifer and Nikki - Human and Sex Trafficking
Join Cole Welch Caffrey this Thursday, January 13th on "The Empty Chair" a LIVE podcast for the addict that didn't know recovery was possible. The month of January is dedicated to "Human and Sex Trafficking Prevention & Awareness" and this week we will be touching on these topics that many don't...
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E23 - Reggie and Joel
Join Phil Leahy and "2" Special Guests on The Empty Chair a LIVE podcast for "the addict that didn't know recovery was possible" .. Reggie & Joel Reggie started using drugs and alcohol when he was 12 years old. At first it was just here and there for fun and experimenting, but by the time he was…
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E22 - Sarah and Andrew
Join Cole P. Welch with "2" Amazing guests on "The Empty Chair"!!! Sarah & Andrew Sarah O'Brien found herself in and out of 25+ detoxes, 7 halfway houses, and many sober homes before she hit rock bottom which led her to recovery. Today, Sarah shares her recovery to help others on their journey in...
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E21 - Jersey Ed and the Podfather from "Friends in Recovery"
Join Cole Welch-Caffrey this week on "The Empty Chair, For The Addict That Didn't Know Recovery Was Possible". This is a show you don't want to miss!!! There will be 96 years of recovery on this episode!!!! Join Cole with her 2 SPECIAL Guests: Jersey Ed C. & Podfather Mike C. These men will share...
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E20 - Phil and Fran Lahey
Join Cole Welch this week on "The Empty Chair, For The Addict That Didn't Know Recovery Was Possible" with SPECIAL Guests: Phil & Fran LaheyTune in for an intimate evening with my dear friends, Phil & Fran as we discuss prevention & addiction, along with raw stories of recovery...
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E19 - Lauren, Patrick and Zak
The Empty Chair, a podcast for the addict that didn't know recovery was possible, is getting ready to kick off its 2021-22 series with some AMAZING GUESTS !!!! Joining the show along with host Cole Welch Caffrey, Lauren Macaulay, owner of Title Boxing Club, North Andover, MA & Patrick Kelley of...
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E18 - Chris and Mark
A powerful episode of the Empty Chair... Join Cole Welch Caffrey and special guests, Chris Warner & Mark Moran on "The Empty Chair, for the addict that didn't make it" a LIVE podcast on the Merrimack Valley Prevention and Substance Abuse Project FACEBOOK page Chris has been completely free from…
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E17 - Keith and Jimmy
Join Cole Welch Caffrey on this very powerful and uplifting episode of "The Empty Chair ~ For the Addict That Didn't Make It" with 2 Special Guests: Keith B & Jimmy G. These long-time Methuen residents will share how they were once driven by drugs and alcohol and led a life of INSANITY. They will...
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E16 - Husband and Wife, Teena and Dave
Join Cole Welch on "The Empty Chair a LIVE Podcast for the Addict that didn't make it" with special guests Teena & Dave as they share the experience, strength and HOPE from addiction. They will share how as a couple they navigate through recovery "together" and speak of the importance of working...
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E15 - Shawn and Matt
Join Cole Welch- Caffrey for another Amazing episode on “The Empty Chair, for The Addict That Didn’t Make It” with our special guest, Shawn D. & Matt D. Shawn, a recovering addict began to use drugs and alcohol at a young age. His early drug use caused him to spend years on the road of...
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E14 - Jesus (No, Not That One)
Join me and my co-host Louie Diaz LIVE for a remarkable episode on “The Empty Chair, for the addict that didn’t make it” with our special guest, Jesus Ruiz. Jesus Ruiz, a recovering addict of nine years and former gang leader began to use drugs and alcohol at an incredibly young age. His early…
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E13- Michelle and Marshall
After years of reading, family support, education, and counseling in prison he was able to commit to abstinence from drug and alcohol and worked towards his degree in psychology. Michelle’s recovery began on November 02, 2008, after being completed defeated by the excessive use of drugs and...
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E12 - Frank and Louie
Please join me and my Co-host, Louie Diaz for an episode of "The Empty Chair" with Special Guest, Frank Campos. Frank was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Lawrence, MA. He is a United States Army Veteran. Frank has dedicated his secular career to working in the field of Addictions, having lived...
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E11 - Jesse and The Red Rooster
Join me and "2" AMAZING guests, Jessie & Jason on "The Empty Chair, the LIVE Facebook Event for the addict that didn't make it"... Jessie is a lot of things, one of which is a woman in recovery from substance use disorder. She is from the NH seacoast and came from a good family. She was given…
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E10 - Louie and Darryl
JOIN US ON "THE EMPTY CHAIR" WITH "2" AMAZING GUESTS : Louie Diaz & Darryl Buchannan Louie Diaz is a person in long-term recovery. He works as a reentry and outreach specialist at the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Department. His job takes him inside prisons and jails preparing men for release. He…
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E9 - Ursel and Chelsey for Human Trafficking Awareness Month
JANUARY is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Join me on "The Empty Chair" a LIVE podcast for the Addict that didn't make it. In this episode, I have "2" Amazing Survivors that will share their experience, strength and HOPE on escaping and surviving the sex trade industry. Hear how these 2 women...
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E8 - Julie and Tiffany
A powerful episode to finish out 2020 on the Empty Chair. Here are two stories you do not want to miss. Join Cole and 2 AMAZING guests on "The Empty Chair, the LIVE Podcast for the addict that didn't make it"... Tiffany is the new Program Coordinator of The Phoenix Lowell that offers free sober...
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The Empty Chair tells the stories of addiction, from the fall to the crash, to the soaring freedom of recovery, by those who have walked the jagged path. Messages of deep despair and, ultimately, hope to light the way of those who want to end their struggles with addiction.
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