Real Talk Podcast

In this final episode of our CA Bridge Program series, our patient ‘Rose' shares the raw story of her struggle with drug use, including how the healthcare system repeatedly let her down… until one day, when it finally didn’t.

Show Notes

Struggling with drug use? Help is available TODAY. Start with the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) national helpline for confidential, free help finding substance use treatment and information. Call: 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357)

To find information on local needle/syringe exchange programs, search for your city on the North American Syringe Exchange Network.


CA Bridge is a program of the Public Health Institute working to ensure that people with substance use disorder receive 24/7 high-quality care in every California health system. CA Bridge integrates addiction treatment into standard medical practice, increasing access to treatment and saving more lives. Learn more at BridgeToTreatment.org.

To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/

Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers

What is Real Talk Podcast?

Real Talk is a podcast based on an in-person program where doctors, APs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals share stories about their real, human experiences working in medicine. It's vulnerability and joy in medicine at its best.