Podcasts by Empower Tusc
Join us each episode with your host, Empower Tusc Coordinator Jodi Salvo, as we deliver current information to help educate and raise awareness about substance use and mental health in our community. Jodi brings information from all over Tuscarawas and surrounding counties, including resources from local school districts, law enforcement, treatment agencies, political offices, state representatives, and more. You
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Project Hope Kicks Off on August 21 at Music on the Square from 2021-08-16T04:00
Beginning August 21st, Tuscarawas County residents will begin seeing silhouettes placed across nine communities in the county. Each community will display: • One b...
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Hope Sunday is August 29, 2021 from 2021-08-13T04:00
The Tuscarawas County Anti-Drug Coalition invites churches to participate in the fourth annual HOPE Sunday. The Tuscarawas County Anti-Drug Coalition is partnering again with more local church...
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Youth Vaping - What the Schools See from 2021-06-02T04:00
This will be the last podcast episode before summer begins. But don't worry - Jodi Salvo and the ADC will be back in the fall before the new school year begins! But on this episode, substitute host...
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What is the 922 Initiative? from 2021-05-24T04:00
On this episode of the Anti-Drug Coalition Podcast, Jodi Salvo is joined by two special guests to discuss the 922 Iniative in the Twin Cities. Diana Smith from OhioGuidestone and Teri Edwards from ...
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The Y2Y Podcast: The Truth Kids Need to Hear About Drugs and Alcohol from 2021-05-17T04:00
The Tuscarawas County Anti-Drug Coalition empowers youth to live drug-free lives. And what better way to connect with the youth in our county than through messages presented by the youth. This podc...
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Suicide Awareness - The Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group from 2021-05-10T04:00
Our Suicide Awareness mini-series wraps up on this episode featuring the Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group. Jodi Salvo is again joined by Kristie Wilkin and Jenn Dotto from the Suicide Suppor...
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Suicide Awareness - Walk into the Light on October 2nd at Tuscora Park from 2021-05-03T04:00
Our Suicide Awareness series continues with the Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group. On this episode, Jodi Salvo is joined by Kristie Wilkin, Jenn Dotto, and Dawn Hannas (who will speaking at t...
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Suicide Awareness - Hope Squad with Tusky Valley School District from 2021-04-26T04:00
Our Suicide Awareness series kicked off a couple weeks ago, featuring the QPR Gatekeeper training from the Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group. On this episode, Jenn Dotto and Jodi Salvo discus...
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How to Safely Use, Store, and Dispose Your Rx Medication from 2021-04-19T04:00
Drug Take-Back Day is April 24, and Jodi Salvo discusses safe usage, safe storage, and safe disposal of prescription medication with Rachel Rothacher and Mary Newman. Rachel is from Stark Tusc Wayn...
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The Dangers for Parents Who Host Underage Drinking from 2021-04-12T04:00
Welcome to another episode of the podcast. Spring has sprung, and with the nice weather comes opportunities for youth to get together outdoors and enjoy time together. However, if you're hosting un...
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Suicide Awareness - QPR Gatekeeper Training with the Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group from 2021-04-05T04:00
We're kicking off a new mini-series focused on Suicide Awareness featuring the Tuscarawas County Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group. On this episode, hear from Suicide Prevention Advocates Kri...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 9: Yesterday's History, Tomorrow's a Mystery, Today is a Gift from 2021-03-22T04:00
Welcome back to another edition of our podcast series,"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me."On today's show, we welcome an incredible man who's celebrating 14 years of sobriety. Huck Hart joins Jodi Sa...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 8: Your Life is Worth Fighting for Because You're Worthy of Life from 2021-03-08T04:00
Our"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me"series continues with special guest Derrick Jenkins. Derrick is celebrating 25 years sober this month, a tremendous accomplishment that he discuss on this episod...
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Learn About the NEW Substance Use Hope Line from 2021-03-01T04:00
What an announcement we have on this episode of the podcast! Now, in Tuscarawas and Carroll counties, we have a dedicated substance use Hope Line that can be called or texted 24/7 to provide assist...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 7: You Matter and Your Recovery Matters from 2021-02-22T04:00
Our"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me"series continues with a different perspective on addiction. Jennifer Kiko, Director of Outreach for Congressman Bob Gibbs, joins Jodi Salvo to discuss her experi...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 6: People Are Rooting for Your Recovery from 2021-02-15T04:00
Part 6 of our"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me"series brings Megan Scharver to the table with Jodi Salvo. Megan works for OhioGuidestone and is the SUD Counselor at River Haven, which is the new nam...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 5: Don't Go It Alone - Fellowship Leads to Recovery from 2021-02-08T04:00
Thanks for tuning into Part 5 of our series,"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me."On this episode, Jodi Salvo has an in-depth conversation with a man who's been in recovery for 26 years. John Bazaar sh...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 4: Recovery Court Can Save Your Life from 2021-02-01T04:00
Welcome to Part 4 of our series, What I Wish Someone Had Told Me. On this episode, Jodi Salvo and Kathy Bazaar are joined by Jes Deemer, a recovering drug addict who reflects on all she's learned d...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 3: There's No Reason You Should Be in Despair from 2021-01-25T04:00
Welcome to Part 3 of our series,"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me."On this episode, Jodi Salvo has a ground-breaking conversation with Abriel Melchor. Abriel is a recovering drug addict who now coac...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 2: You Have Intrinsic Value and Worth from 2021-01-18T04:00
On Part 2 of our"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me"series, Jodi sits down with Kathy Bazaar to get a first-hand perspective from a recovering alcoholic. Once consumed by her addiction, Kathy now coac...
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me - Part 1: Understanding Levels of Care from 2021-01-11T04:00
Join us as we begin a new series called,"What I Wish Someone Had Told Me."Jodi Salvo is joined by ADAMHS Board Executive Director Natalie Bollon to kick off the series and discuss the first topic -...
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What You Focus On, You Will Find - Start the New Year with a Positive Perspective from 2020-12-28T04:00
If you need a positive perspective shift, this is the podcast for you! Jodi Salvo sits down with Dana Randazzo from Isagenix. Dana is 100% packed with positivity and optimism, and she explains how ...
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How Parents Set the Example for Alcohol Use - Holiday Edition from 2020-12-21T04:00
Happy holidays, everyone! On this episode, Jodi Salvo talks with Sergeant William Bower from the Ohio State Highway Patrol and Jennifer Demuth from the Tuscarawas County Health Department. The conv...
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Happy Holidays - Yes, Happy! - During COVID-19 from 2020-12-14T04:00
Despite what's going on in the world, we're still in the holiday season, and we need to make every moment count. Michaela Madison, founder of Newsymom, joins Jodi Salvo to discuss how parents can s...
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What to Know About Suicide Awareness During the Holidays from 2020-12-07T04:00
While the holidays can be a cheerful time for some people, others experience sorrow and sadness during this time of year. Jodi Salvo brings Kristie Wilkin to the show, and Kristie has some incredib...
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What Impact Can School-Based Counseling Have on Kids? from 2020-11-30T04:00
What is school-based counseling and how can it benefit your children? Jodi Salvo sits down with Mario Avalle, a school-based counselor with OhioGuidestone, to discuss the ins and outs of school-bas...
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Understanding Grief and Bereavement During COVID-19 with Community Hospice from 2020-11-23T04:00
Processing the passing of a loved one is challenging, no matter the circumstances. However, during this restrictive COVID-19 pandemic, dealing with grief and bereavement has changed drastically. Jo...
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Why Safe Medication Storage is a Big Deal, Especially Around the Holidays from 2020-11-16T04:00
Safe medication storage is important ALL THE TIME, but on this episode, Jodi digs into why the holidays present unique opportunities for problems to arise. Joining Jodi on this episode is Sheriff O...
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Why Donating to the United Way is a GREAT Decision with Your Giving from 2020-11-09T04:00
The United Way Annual Giving Campaign is under way, and it's that time of year when the community steps up to help one another. The United Way provides financial aid to many different organizations...
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The 20th Annual Family Reading Festival by the East Central Ohio ESC from 2020-11-02T04:00
On this episode, Jodi Salvo discusses the East Central Ohio Educational Services Center (ECO ESC) and their 20th Annual Family Reading Festival. Lori Robson, Executive Director of Educational Servi...
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Red Ribbon Week and Youth Prevention Programs from 2020-10-26T04:00
Jessica Sexton and Koen Schwenk sit down with Jodi Salvo to discuss Red Ribbon Week. Learn all about Red Ribbon Week and what it is, how it came to be, and what school districts in Tuscarawas Count...
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Recovery Court and Why It Works from 2020-10-19T04:00
As we continue to celebrate Project Hope in the month of October, we have two special guests who are leading the battle against the drug epidemic in Tuscarawas County. Judge Elizabeth Lehigh Thomak...
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Project Hope and Why Hope is Never Lost from 2020-10-12T04:00
Project Hope is a county-wide campaign to raise awareness regarding the drug overdoses and overdose deaths that Tuscarawas County has experienced in 2020. In this unprecedented time, the community ...
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month from 2020-10-05T04:00
Jodi Salvo welcomes two special guests on this episode to discuss Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. Domestic violence is more than physical violence; victims suffer emotional, mental, a...
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Hidden in Plain Site - Live Conference from Ohio University Eastern in October 2019 from 2020-09-28T04:00
This episode presents a special presentation that Jodi Salvo gave at Ohio University Eastern in October 2019. Jodi and her associate, Diana Smith, presented the Anti-Drug Coalition's exhibit to hel...
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Addiction to Prescription Pain Medication - A Recovery Story with Bradley Fields from 2020-09-21T04:00
National Recovery Month continues as we extend our series understanding the realities of addiction. Many people deal with an addiction to prescription pain medication that they never intended to de...
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Learn About Celebrate Recovery at LifeWay Church from 2020-09-14T04:00
As we move through National Recovery Month, we have an incredible resource to share with you. On this episode, Jodi Salvo is joined by 3 members of LifeWay Church in New Philadelphia as they explai...
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Generational Addiction, Relapse, Recovery and the Tremendous Story of Richard Miller from 2020-09-07T04:00
On this episode, Jodi Salvo is joined by her good friend, Richard Miller. Richard recalls his history with alcohol and drug use that began when he was only 5 years old. Listen to his story and lear...
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Share-A-Christmas is Happening in 2020 from 2020-08-31T04:00
With all the uncertainty of 2020, it feels amazing to announce that Share-A-Christmas is still happening this year. Tune into this episode as Jodi Salvo discusses how Share-A-Christmas will operate...
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Prevent Alcohol Abuse and Addiction in Our Youth from 2020-08-24T04:00
Preventing alcohol abuse and addiction in our youth requires intentional conversations both in school and in the home. On this episode, Jodi Salvo is joined by Gary Spinell, the Athletic Director a...
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Answers About the New School Year for the New Philadelphia School District from 2020-08-17T04:00
With kids returning to school in the next couple weeks, there are many questions both parents and kids alike have about the new school year. On this episode, we have answers from the New Philadelph...
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The New Philadelphia City Health Department + COVID and Addiction from 2020-08-10T04:00
We've all been navigating uncharted territory during the pandemic. Despite some misconceptions in the community, the New Philadelphia City Health Department is in the same boat. Listen to this epis...
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The Struggles of Recovery During COVID-19 from 2020-08-03T04:00
Drug addiction destroys peoples'lives, but knowing the dangers can help prevent drug abuse in early years. On this episode, Jodi Salvo talks with three recovering drug addicts in the community. The...
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How to Properly Dispose of Your Unused Rx Drugs from 2020-07-27T04:00
As Rx medication misuse and abuse continues to plague society, it's crucial to understand the proper methods to dispose of your unused medications. Jodi Salvo brings in Jeff Neidig and Rachel Rotha...
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The Ohio State University Extension + Trauma Training from 2020-07-20T04:00
Trauma effects each person differently, and it's something we all need to understand more completely. On this episode, Jodi Salvo sits down with Bridget Britton to discuss the effects trauma can ha...
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The Truths and the Importance of the Census from 2020-07-13T04:00
In such an unprecedented time in the world, the 2020 Census has taken a back seat in the headlines. But completing your information for the census is critical to many things. For starters, the cens...
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Do You Know About Access Tusc and Bridges to Wellness? from 2020-07-06T04:00
How much do you know about Access Tusc or Bridges to Wellness in Tuscarawas County. These resources are incredible, and this episode is definitely worth listening to so you understand what these re...
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Why the Senior Center is the Coolest Place in Town from 2020-06-29T04:00
Do you know all the resources the Senior Center provides? The list seems endless, and on this episode, Jodi Salvo talks with Jamie Smith and Vicki Yates from the Tuscarawas County Senior Center to ...
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Debunking the Myths of Vaping from 2020-06-22T04:00
Vaping is a serious problem our youth are facing in the world today. How much do you know about vaping? Are you a parent wanting to learn more information? Or are you a student concerned by the pot...
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Human Trafficking is Happening in Tuscarawas County from 2020-06-15T04:00
Human trafficking is happening right here in Tuscarawas County. This episode provides a good overview of the problem we're facing in the community. Human trafficking is an enormous topic comprised ...
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Being a Role Model with Big Brothers Big Sisters from 2020-06-08T04:00
Are you looking for ways to help the youth in our community? Then check out this episode featuring representatives from Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Ohio. You'll hear from the family ad...
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PART 2 - The Impact of the United Way feat. Mobile Meals and the Salvation Army from 2020-06-01T04:00
In part 2 of this series, Jodi Salvo is joined again by representatives from the United Way, Mobile Meals, and the Salvation Army to continue the discussion about the impact the United Way has in t...
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PART 1 - The Impact of the United Way feat. Mobile Meals and the Salvation Army from 2020-05-25T04:00
The United Way impacts Tuscarawas County on a much larger level than many people are aware of. Tune into this episode as Jodi Salvo discusses how the United Way supports many different resources in...
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A Word From High School Seniors from 2020-05-18T04:00
We've heard from local teachers about the effects COVID-19 has had on them. Now let's hear from 3 local high school seniors as they discuss how their final year of school has been impacted. Also, y...
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PART 2 - Understanding the Truth About Mental Health (feat. Perci Garner) from 2020-05-11T04:00
During the recording of Part 1, Perci Garner joined us in studio to observe the recording and hear the message from the mental health specialists. After the session ended, Perci began asking excell...
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PART 1 - Understanding the Truth About Mental Health from 2020-05-04T04:00
Mental illness affects each and every one of us, and yet it remains a greatly misunderstood illness. Tune into this episode as Jodi Salvo discusses mental health with specialists from different res...
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Talking to Teachers with Dover City Schools from 2020-04-27T04:00
On today's episode, Jodi Salvo is joined by three educators from Dover City Schools. These teachers share their experiences navigating the new digital education realm in COVID-19. You'll hear the s...
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What Your Alcohol Usage Says to Your Kids - Diana Smith, Tammy Thacker, and Hannah Yoder Are Back! from 2020-04-20T05:00
Diana Smith, Tammy Thacker, and Hannah Yoder are back! The ladies rejoin Jodi as they discuss the different messages that parents'alcohol use sends to their kids. Especially now, when we're all in ...
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COVID Connections - Newsymom's Michaela Madison Discusses Family Time During the Crisis from 2020-04-13T05:00
Join in as Newsymom's Michaela Madison calls in to discuss family connections during the COVID-19 crisis. Michaela provides a positive perspective on the world's current situation and how parents c...
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COVID Connections - Diana Smith, Tammy Thacker, and Hannah Yoder Join the Show from 2020-04-06T06:00
On today's show, Jodi Salvo is joined by her fellow colleagues to discuss the COVID-19 crisis in Tuscarawas County. Diana Smith, Tammy Thacker, and Hannah Yoder join the show to discuss the current...
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Jodi Salvo and Kerry Metzger Discuss the New ADC Podcast with Josh Aul from Get Level from 2020-04-05T06:30
Welcome to the Anti-Drug Coalition Podcast! In this introduction episode, ADC Coordinator Jodi Salvo talks with Josh Aul from the Get Level Podcast Network. Listen as they discuss the mission of th...
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