Billy Dees | If People Only Knew w/ Anna Matson | E8

If People Only Knew the stigmas around addiction.

Billy Dees is not only a podcast host, but has volunteered and worked for non-profits that support those who struggle with addiction.

Timestamps

01:27 About Billy Dees
09:30 Stigma with Homelessness
15:12 The Politics of It
17:05 Stigma with Addiction
26:50 Breakdown of Communities
34:34 Resources for People Struggling
40:57 Stigma
46:24 What can Government do?
56:26 Empathy
1:07:47 Billy Dees Podcast

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