Lisa Ann Poggi is an actress, producer, and advocate using storytelling to shine a light on one of the most urgent issues facing families today — addiction and recovery.

With a career spanning film and television, Lisa has worked both in front of and behind the camera, but in recent years her focus has shifted toward purpose-driven projects that center healing, hope, and real-world impact. Through her work with the Choosing Hope Project, she supports families navigating substance use disorder, helping break stigma and offering resources, connection, and practical guidance for recovery.

Blending creativity with advocacy, Lisa believes stories can change lives — and systems.

On this episode of The Kingfisher Project, she shares her journey, the personal experiences that shaped her mission, and how film and media can be powerful tools for awareness, compassion, and change.