Clean and Sober Radio

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund welcome Sammy Salsa. His story is one of extreme criminal activities including, armed robbery, assault, auto theft, and drug sales. With years in prison behind him, the real headline of his story is that he has been clean and sober for over a decade and is a contributing member of society. Proof we all need a second chance.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and co-host Mark Sigmund are joined by Linda E and Mark W for a roundtable discussion about our past year in sobriety. How did we do? Were we able to stay clean and sober and conduct ourselves in a manner that reflects our commitment to acting and behaving responsibly, respectfully, honestly and in a way to set a good example for others? A time to reflect back and look forward to a life that is clean and sober.

Kensington, a section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which is "Ground Zero" in the United States for a community ravaged by people addicted to heroin and fentanyl, who are actively engaging in this horrific lifestyle outdoors 24 hours a day. On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, Host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guests are Lieutenant Bill Stahl and Captain Tabitha Boyle from the Philadelphia Fire Department. The Department has a program called the Alternative Response Unit that is involved in helping those folks struggling with addiction to get the treatment they need, when they need it.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund talk with John Alite, John was the enforcer for the Gambino Crime Family and later the star prosecution witness against Mafia boss, John Gotti. After serving time in Federal prison for racketeering and multiple murders, John was released in 2012. After an accidental Fentanyl overdose that killed his daughter Chelsea, John has become an outspoken speaker, author, and podcaster, talking about the horrors of drug addiction. Also joining us is one of John's best friends, Dr. Gentian Toshkezi, a world respected neurosurgeon to discuss the effects of drugs on the brain.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund's guest is Tony Luke Jr. A very well known name in the Philadelphia area, Tony is a restaurateur, musician, song writer, actor, and media host. As a former methamphetamine abuser and hustler as a young man, Tony now, after the accidental opioid overdose of his son Anthony, is a very outspoken advocate in educating the public on the horrors of alcohol and drug addiction. Tony has an incredible story.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund are joined by friends Linda E and Marc W, "our panel," to discuss the subject of “Giving Back.” Each one of us has the opportunity to help those still in their active addiction. We have been fortunate to get well and what a blessing it is to pass it on by doing whatever it takes, large or small gestures, to accomplish acts of support and kindness.

Kensington, a section of Philadelphia that is "Ground Zero" in the United States for a community ravaged by people addicted to heroin and fentanyl, actively engaging in this horrific lifestyle, outdoors, 24 hours a day. It is indescribable what this scene looks like until you see it with your own eyes. On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund talk with Teddy Brophy and Steve Lees who have dedicated their lives to helping the people in Kensington who are struggling more than anyone who can imagine.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund have an honest and open discussion about the damage that we had caused in our addiction to ourselves, family, and friends and what we have done to make amends to all. Is it merely through words of apology or do our actions really show that we are now different people after addiction? A thought provoking episode!

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and cohost Mark Sigmund talk with former NHL star Chris Therien. Chris played with the Philadelphia Flyers and the Dallas Stars for 12 seasons. Playing in 753 games, he is credited as being the longest-tenured defenseman in franchise history. But, as we all know, fame and fortune might not save you from an addiction as Chris knows all too well. In recovery since 2006, Chris is a sought after speaker about his professional athletic life while struggling with addiction. His message is of hope that we can and do recover.

On this edition of Clean and Sober Radio, host Gary Hendler and co-host Mark Sigmund talk with Pennsylvania Attorney General, Josh Shapiro who is running to be the next Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He continues to be a major positive influence across the state for those suffering from the disease of addiction and for those in recovery. He cares!