Heart of the Matter · 2025-10-07 · 33 min
William Perry shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma and opioid addiction to a 10-year prison sentence, and ultimately to co-founding This Must Be the Place, an organization that combines music, arts, and harm reduction. Now in recovery, Perry and his team distribute naloxone kits at concerts and festivals across the country. His story demonstrates how recovery, connection, and meeting people where they are can save lives and transform communities. Explore more on topics and themes discussed in this episode : Harm Reduction Resource Center - Partnership to End Addiction Naloxone: Overdose Reversal Drug - Partnership to End Addiction Legal Process After an Arrest: A Family Guide to Juvenile & Adult Justice - Partnership to End Addiction Editor’s Note : The views and opinions expressed on “Heart of the Matter” are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Partnership to End Addiction. We are also mindful that some of the personal stories feature the word “addict” and other terms from this list . We respect and understand those who choose to use certain terms to express themselves.
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