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498. Sam Perez – The Challenge of Ethical Journalism, A Restaurant that Hires People in Recovery and The Opioid Epidemic in America

  1. 498. Sam Perez - The Challenge of Ethical Journalism, A Restaurant that Hires People in Recovery and The Opioid Epidemic in America Darian Parker 44:16

Sam Perez is a television news reporter who loves telling stories. This passion led her to the University of Georgia, where she graduated with degrees in journalism and Spanish.

Growing up, Sam learned from entrepreneurs as she watched her parents Rob and Diane create and open DV8 Kitchen in Lexington, KY. The restaurant and bakery hires people in recovery from substance use disorder. Sam found that this community of people had stories of strength, grit, and hope.

In an effort to share their experiences and start the conversation about the opioid epidemic, she has written Deviate From Denial: Erasing the Stigma of Addiction and Recovery Through Inspirational Stories.

Book Order: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCFCC4S1/

Website: http://sam-perez.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sampereznews

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sampereznews

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sampereznews

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthaeliseperez

Intro Music by Wordsmith: www.wordsmithmusic.com

Time Stamps:

(0:00:01) – Journalism Ethics and Media

(0:12:27) – The Challenges of Journalism and Ethics

(0:19:34) – Opioid Crisis Impact

(0:23:17) – Addiction Impact on Populations

(0:30:22) – The Balance of Journalism

(0:34:59) – Living in a Chaotic Environment

(0:41:26) – Journalism and Addiction Recovery

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Darian Parker Dr. D's Social Network

Dr. Darian Parker earned his Ph.D in Sports Education Leadership with an emphasis in Behavior Modification from UNLV. He earned his Master and Bachelor degrees from James Madison University in Kinesiology. Dr. Parker is the Co-Owner of Epic Leisure Management LLC., the Owner of Parker Personal Training LLC and the Host of Dr. D's Social Network Podcast. Dr. Parker is a certified personal trainer through the NSCA. During Dr. Parker's career he has served several roles in the fitness and wellness industry. He has worked extensively in both the academic and private club sector as a Director of Education for a Career College, General Manager of a high end luxury residential fitness club and National Director of Fitness for a global leisure management company.