In this powerful two-part episode of Chief’s Chats, we take an unflinching look at the opioid crisis through the lens of hope, survival, and redemption. Part One explores the life-saving power of Naloxone—commonly known as Narcan—and how this medication is turning the tide in overdose emergencies.

In Part Two, Chief Joey Hoover sits down with a remarkable young man whose life was nearly lost to an overdose—an overdose Chief Hoover personally witnessed. Revived by Narcan in what seemed like his final moments, this young man not only survived but went on to beat addiction and is now helping others find their own path to recovery.

It’s a story of tragedy turned triumph, and a powerful reminder that with the right tools—and a second chance—lives can be saved, changed, and even used to save others.