0:25 - Sandy and Phil introduce themselves.

1:54 - Michael Askew introduces himself, discussing multiple incarcerations, that ultimately led to his finding Recovery.  

5:56 - Michael tells us the story of his last bid and how he found hope that Recovery was possible for him. 

7:19 - Michael discusses experiencing a cycle of homelessness in his active years. 

10:27 - Michael explains his thought-process that ultimately led to his decision to change. 

12:11 - Michael answers Phil's question, "Why do you think you started using?" and discusses his formative years.

14:40 -  Michael discusses some of the changes he has seen in the Recovery Movement, with a specific focus on jail diversion. 

17:51 - Michael discusses the disproportionate incarceration of people of color and law enforcement in the inner city. 

22:00 - Michael explains how Spiritual growth helps him remain peaceful in the face of such blatant disparities. 

26:00 - Discussion about issues closest to Michael's heart. 

28:36 - Moving discussion about race in America. 

33:40 - Michael answers the question "What do you do to maintain and sustain your Recovery today?"

37:00 - Michael discusses his Spirituality and some of his practices for living it each day. 

42:23 - Michael discusses his impending retirement. 

45:00 - Discussion of Michael's legacy and hopes for the future of Recovery Advocacy.  

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