How Appalachia Became Addicted to Dr*gs 🇺🇸
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Deep in the hills of Appalachia is a land of beauty laced with heavy dr*g abuse. In some of these communities up to 50% of the 20-40 year olds are addicted to hard dr*gs creating a generation of children being raised by grandparents. Join me and the locals as we travel into the hills of Eastern Kentucky to show you the gravity of this situation, and also introduce you to the people who are creating positive ways out.
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@PeterSantenello 9 ай бұрын
From what I've seen traveling all over this country making videos our drug problem is increasing. For those people struggling with addiction there are ways out. Below are some (local to this video) resources, but most likely there is help where you live too. For those suffering from addiction there are better days ahead if you choose. ► Chance's outreach group: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083339588655&mibextid=LQQJ4d ► Donate to Chance's group: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=PZL799WCY9TWY ► The Next Chapter rehab: facebook.com/TheNextChapterLLP/ ► Appalachia Series: kzfaq.info/sun/PLEyPgwIPkHo5If6xyrkr-s2I6yz23o0av
@YankeeinSC1 9 ай бұрын
Peter, have your brushes with "good people" (this fella, the Amish you've met, etc...) changed how you view your own mortality or spirituality beyond just driven your content production?
@vincentberkhout3713 9 ай бұрын
Exactly peter,London wherever, its prevalent my friend. Basically the first time you take any substance its fun,it's heavenly. Trouble is the second ,the third,and the fourth, its setting in you. Slowly your adjusting your body and brain,within a week your be hooked . And from then on in,your doomed. Hopefully a few years along, you might have the strength to break free,but most die,or stay in addition of one form or another. Much worse for women in every way. It's hell ,that could be stopped through the school system. But even then ????
@vincentberkhout3713 9 ай бұрын
Peter it's the pace of work ,in some cases. I mean especially in America or any city the parents need to work,a kick of commitment to their partner, broken homes.theirs many reasons. But I'm afraid for this generation, the PlayStation gen,they are solitary, moody and angry. They lack social skills, through been isolated. And the school's are rubbish, I'm scared to say it but these PlayStations x box,another nail in the coffin of society. It's all in the education peter,I'm telling you.
@vincentberkhout3713 9 ай бұрын
He's spot on,I can remember having 5,white,5,brown,sorry five bags of heroin 5 of crack ,and was crying on the phone to the samaratans. It's misery on drugs ,total misery, even the so called "good" times .
@vincentberkhout3713 9 ай бұрын
I knew you'd spot that ,yer some people do look out of it when their not. It's brain damaged, and don't forget he may be off the drugs but he still has the same problems as he had before he turned to drugs.so his social disabilities, are still there but worse. I couldn't have a conversation with you,yer I can write. But chatting to you face to face, no . You'd think definitely there's something off with this guy. It's the damage mate that's all. And some people will claim to be clean ,but are they.
@wtk6069 9 ай бұрын
This is the kind of real-world journalism we had in the 70s and 80s, but it's died out in corporate media. Thank you for filling the gap.
@AL-lh2ht 9 ай бұрын
Guy thinks 70s and 80s media companies were not own by billionaires like they are owned today.
@alibabaschultz352 9 ай бұрын
@@AL-lh2ht They were, but the process of corporatization builds and builds. Corporate media today is a lot different from corporate media back then, because it was still a relatively new enterprise.
@ewaysrevenge 9 ай бұрын
@@AL-lh2htcorporations used to have to try. all the big players are established now and can get comfortable with mediocrity. goes for most industries
@Hamza-xc9kb 9 ай бұрын
Absolutely man! I love all his videos.
@MrWorldasmaya 9 ай бұрын
@@AL-lh2ht That's not what he/she said. Not even sure why you took the time just to be critical for no reason and create an issue where none existed. Wasn't very nice of you TBH.
@beklaus1 8 ай бұрын
“Only drug problem I had as a kid was that my parents drug me to church” 😂 that was a great line.
@westcoastweird455 8 ай бұрын
😂😂
@Deep_wolf 8 ай бұрын
@@westcoastweird455 religion is the opium of the people
@harrynelson9203 8 ай бұрын
That was so smoothly delivered i actually didn’t hear it 🤣🤣
@sonnytopboy4975 8 ай бұрын
Are you Scottish
@sophiabultena6781 8 ай бұрын
It was the best one liner I've heard in a while
@user-cc2fe9cm3q 6 ай бұрын
This guy is hands down the best non judgmental interviewer I've ever seen. Absolutely gracious and handled so well in all situations. Excellent job. Almost 10 years sober alcoholic here and coming from someone who tried multiple times before it stuck hearing that guy say "you gotta have that psyche change cause old behavior Isn't gonna create new habits" hit HARD. You really need that switch to flip and when it does its amazing. Excellent journalism.
@Garbagefly Ай бұрын
It is like a switch i agree. U gota start responding to emotions and stuff and stop reacting
@MichaelTharpe-hc6un 3 ай бұрын
My demon was alcohol. 6 years sober. I lost alot. Hurt my life and loved ones life. I gave it all to Christ. Christ saved my life I feel him with me each day. I swear he took it all away. Not any desire any more. Now l want to help others. A.A helps but Christ is the the key God bless yall❤
@fotini777 10 сағат бұрын
I have the same experience. God bless you
@BuckFarrierService 9 ай бұрын
As an elected Sheriff in Tennessee this episode definitely hit close to home. No one is immune, I lost my brother to an opioid overdose in 2003. Thank you for for sharing the good work these people are doing. Sheriff Guy Buck, McNairy County Tennessee.
@Hansen710 9 ай бұрын
looking at this from another country i have to say the sheriff is a big part of this problem.. both his personality and his war on drugs.... he have been working on the same mistakes for 40 years he said if he have been there for 40 years and the adults still dont care about all the 10 years old in that city uses cannabis regular, he failed.. im a cannbis user my self and are succesfull in my life, because no cops are fucking my life up.. but these people are accepting ten years old using cannbis, listen to him he gave up insted of giving thre message and inspiration that is needed these people are waiting for the lord to do their work 🤣 i have seen a city clean up drugs without the help of cops or goverment.. it can be done plenty of working softdrug markeds in the world just like there are places selling alcohol.. in the end it is up to the people running it how they want it
@gutwallst6645 9 ай бұрын
sorry for your loss
@ebonywinn50 9 ай бұрын
Congrats on winning your election. Stay safe 💪🏾
@WinPC99 9 ай бұрын
As a Tennessean, thank you for what you do! And I’m sorry about your loss
@stephenguffey7225 9 ай бұрын
Awesome I'm from Davidson County. It's an honor to send you this comment
@SalesforceUSA 9 ай бұрын
He is one of the most gracious hosts I have ever witnessed. No matter where he is, he is never judgemental, just reporting. May God bless this man and his family.
@kr5690 9 ай бұрын
Yes indeed!! Peter is so down to earth, and you can see how the people he encounters warm up to him so quickly, because they can feel his warmth and genuineness.
@kristineplummer7607 7 ай бұрын
Watch Soft White Underbelly.
@kastaspell6226 6 ай бұрын
I know this is 100 % privilege, but SWU haunts me and I can’t watch 😢
@citychicken9949 7 ай бұрын
My brother went to a rehab ministry similar to this one. It was so incredibly vital for his recovery to be surrounded by healthy men to help keep him accountable. My biggest fear was my brother coming back home and falling into old habits, but he ultimately decided to stay and work within the ministry after he graduated from rehab. He is now 3 years sober, recently got married and is expecting his first child. Ministries like this are such a blessing and the ripples of their work extends far beyond the individuals they work with. I have a future niece/nephew thanks to a place like this.
@JoJo-fi3ti 5 ай бұрын
This is the best video I have ever seen!! I am so proud of this kid and his message, I am 24 years clean and sober through AA and Jesus one day at a time❤
@Mrs.P2021 9 ай бұрын
Randy is my cousin. I haven't seen him in years but I'm glad to see that he's doing better right now. I am a recovering addict myself with a little over 4 years clean. I pray he continues to travel this sobriety road. Randy if you see this I love you and I'm so proud of you!
@Deken 9 ай бұрын
Congratulations to you for 4 years clean! You should also be very proud of yourself.
@linmal2242 9 ай бұрын
Yes@@Deken
@draxsmallwood3918 9 ай бұрын
RANDY FANDY!
@finster1968 9 ай бұрын
Congrats to you on being clean! I know life gets in the way, but I strongly suggest you reconnect with your cousin. Even if you can only speak or visit once a year, it’s these kind of meaningful connections that keep us all on a good path.
@user-bv1co5gx7x 9 ай бұрын
Once a junkie always a junkie you'll never be clean because you'll relapse and go back to your poison.
@nicolasgarcia400 9 ай бұрын
Peter out here showing the real issues, any video he has you know it will be quality content and show you sides you haven’t seen before. The mainstream media should take lessons from Santenello!
@eggrolll 9 ай бұрын
Mainstream media be like "here's how global warming is causing drug addiction in Appalachia"
@sahn-yuh 9 ай бұрын
Or... "here's how Hunter Biden's laptop caused the nation's drug epidemic" and "Trump hid the drug epidemic solution with the documents that were near the toilet"
@guysumpthin2974 9 ай бұрын
Blaming it on “boredom” is stupid
@guysumpthin2974 9 ай бұрын
It’s ironic, but Afghanistan is having greater success , by rounding them up / cold turkey. Previous ADD meds make people so susceptible,along with heavy use of synthetic caffeine. Combine that with pharma paying professors to promote pain meds , and sales people supplying the dr with endless promotions…. And so many corrupt rehab facilities & detention centers . Afghanistan now wants to abolish it entirely, no growing or trading
@busterbeagle2167 9 ай бұрын
For some it’s all they see
@MoisturefortheSoul 6 ай бұрын
Texas girl here - the support these people give each other in your town is absolutely incredible. I cried watching this. You have no idea how many people you’re helping by doing this. Thank you.
@jenne8180 3 ай бұрын
Georgia girl here with family in Texas. I totally agree with you. And God bless Texas and Appalachia!
@standardtwo 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Topics lke addiction are still in the darkness...I believe that bringing these issues into the light makes a huge difference.
@vjcarter4657 2 ай бұрын
I love this channel. It is real and super mellow, so peaceful without extra dramatic music making it impossible to watch. Peter is also an extremely non judgmental interviewer and that is rare and refreshing.
@DriftlessReader 9 ай бұрын
Appalachian people were completely screwed by the coal industry, pharm industry, and the government, and then completely forgotten. Praying for all the people in the video!
@peasantrobot 9 ай бұрын
No one is forgotten, they (authorities) help them to die.
@CaffeinatedCatLady 9 ай бұрын
Exactly! Then looked down upon when they were addicted and unemployed 😡 It's maddening! Salt of the earth people treated as if they were Disposable 😢
@SameerMalik-es5ij 9 ай бұрын
Democrats killed coal industry.
@sanepillow59 9 ай бұрын
Really? So no personal accountability whatsoever?
@marleeamato4944 9 ай бұрын
@@sanepillow59sure, but the elites are sneaky! They trick teenagers and the poor. They go for the weak
@mikeseier4449 9 ай бұрын
Peter, I like that when you interact with people you don’t take over the conversation; You actually let them tell their stories.. Excellent job.
@CatAvGuy 9 ай бұрын
@@RUTHLESSambition5 You say this like big pharma (and indeed corporate America, our elite in general, etc.) aren't looking to exploit everyone wherever possible. Looking at your profile, you're clearly mentally unwell. An excessive hatred for others and a weird preoccupation with pretending to be wealthy both speak to the deficiency of your character. Hope you get better.
@maureenobrien4807 9 ай бұрын
@@RUTHLESSambition5 LEGAL MURDER.
@maureenobrien4807 9 ай бұрын
@@RUTHLESSambition5 GET RID OF THE SACK OF SHITLERS ..
@RUTHLESSambition5 9 ай бұрын
@@maureenobrien4807 They did it to us in the 90s but it was the CIA. Drug dealing funded an actual war😂😂😂
@hypotheticalforest 9 ай бұрын
Right! I love the respect he gives every single person too. He can appreciate all walks of life in a way that’s so beautiful.
@AmyBrewer-ym6qy 6 ай бұрын
Full disclosure-I was blessed as a wife of a firefighter/paramedic of 25 years and a mother of four when I found myself suddenly lost in this madness. Praise God my children are now a Marine, Airforce linguist, Firefighter and my youngest is in her third year at a university in Virginia. Unfortunately, due to my addiction and my husband's self medicating with alcohol we were no longer together (7years ago) but I am clean (have been for over a year and a half) he is sober and hopefully happily remarried. Just having a extremely difficult time finding my way back to the purpose he has me still on this earth for. Changed my people,places, things but honestly alcohol has been helping me numb or feel lately. I'm ready to be free of it all!!! Having a hard time but know that I will make it somehow. Just a lot of loss to deal with. PLEASE keep me in your prayers. Thank you.
@uncapabrew4807 5 ай бұрын
🙌 Bless you stay strong .
@kymross6405 4 ай бұрын
Sending you love and strength you got this❤
@davewolf8869 3 ай бұрын
Amy, I am a male, been clean of hard drugs for over 20 years, I am 44. I pop an edible from time to time- I am on one now- and sometimes fall down the bottle, but- I am drinking 1/4 of what I once did- be confronting my demons and getting therapy for my trauma- trauma is pain- and alcohol fixes that for a while. We can often trade one vice for another- personally for me, I know many would consider me an alcoholic- but I could not care less. I am doing great. Do I get blasted from time to time hell yeah I do! But, I am more sober than drunk, and that hasn't been true for over 20 years. So, hang in there. Maybe, try and get a healthier relationship with alcohol- it does help. Always remember, that recovery is often not linear- don't let a "relapse" get you down! I had to stay drunk for a while before I reigned it in. Forcing yourself to do things oftentimes doesn't work- listen to your spirit! I'm not religious any more but I know I have a spirit and I know my spirit has been directing me to a much healthier road than I was on. I hope you find your way.
@mikeyoung5329 3 ай бұрын
stay strong for your children they love and need you more then you could imagine. I lost my father 2 years ago and life will never be the same.. if not for you do it for your wonderful children, my prayers for you
@Donotevengotherewithme 3 ай бұрын
Find you a good support system somewhere. Good luck and I wish you the best. It's hard out here in life.
@bojo2770 3 ай бұрын
I love that Sheriff! He's so sweet and genuine!
@jeffgordonsmom1730 9 ай бұрын
That hamburger spot was touching , God bless that young man right outta jail. Courageous dude being so open and honest about his journey. Thank you peter
@theacgkid 9 ай бұрын
God bless that dude forreal. Can tell he's curious about what sobriety could bring him, but that monster inside of him is still very strong..
@paulbrown3302 9 ай бұрын
@@theacgkidyes he’s talking to the dude with a camera on him he obviously wants something to change
@katelynbrown98 9 ай бұрын
He probably feels he has nothing to lose by being honest.
@marcwells03 9 ай бұрын
Sky daddy isn’t real…. Otherwise you’d have to believe that your all knowing genocidal sky daddy caused it
@nicolecorsillo 9 ай бұрын
I became homeless due to drugs and it took my dad cutting me off from money for me to get help. I’m now a nurse and will have 25 years sober in November. There absolutely is hope!!! AA helped save my life!🙌♥️
@servantwarrior880 9 ай бұрын
Thank goodness your dad was willing to temporarily sacrifice his relationship with you so that you could live. I watched my parents ruin my brother and nephew first hand and it cost my nephew his life. I 100% blame my parents for his death. Without their enabling he would have had to make a different choice. So glad for you, I hope you fully realize what your dad did for you.
@nicolecorsillo 9 ай бұрын
@@servantwarrior880 thank you for sharing that! I’ve seen so many people literally love people to death, like you said. It’s so heartbreaking and I’m so sorry your brother didn’t make it. 😞 I absolutely know without a doubt that I would not be here if my dad hadn’t stopped helping me. I’ll be forever grateful. ♥️
@servantwarrior880 9 ай бұрын
@@nicolecorsillo I am so glad you are around to be grateful. I wish you a life full of blessings.
@nicolecorsillo 9 ай бұрын
@@servantwarrior880 thank you so much for your kind words. ♥️♥️
@Mrgreenjeans578 9 ай бұрын
I hurt so bad some years ago telling my daughter I was tapped out when all she asked for was 20$ 😢 I had just went 2 states to pick my granddaughters up and have them living with me verses the child agencies getting them. I had just spent probably 1,000$ for their clothes school supplies etc. and she asked for 20$ that was so hard for me and it broke my heart but she clawed herself out of the bottomless hole she had dug for herself! Thank God bc I felt myself age 20 years when I figured out what was going on🙏🙏🙏
@kennywayne4495 2 ай бұрын
Very very very good interview!!! I’m a recovering opiate/meth addict. I’ve got 3 years clean. I was an addict for 15 years. When he said you have to totally change your way of thinking he was 100% right!!!
@Oakleaf700 2 ай бұрын
@@nicksmith9 Even animals need to be gradually withdrawn from opiates after surgery and accidents, Animals aren't considered ''weak''- and they get prescribed the same opiates as humans do {but in much smaller doses}
@kennywayne4495 Ай бұрын
@@nicksmith9you have no idea what you’re talking about.
@daehr9399 6 ай бұрын
My high school psychology teacher was addicted to Oxies. He'd messed up his back and knees and gotten prescribed them, and at the time, you know the story...not much oversite. Hope he is doing better now.
@Burley_Bert 7 ай бұрын
"Old behavior is not going to create a new mentality" Very well said!
@dsher503 9 ай бұрын
It's really awesome to see a lot of these guys who are recovering, being open to talk to a stranger about their problems. Takes a strong person to do that.
@weirdmood8102 9 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, that's where about 95% of us end our journey, though. In my experience, the ones saying the most aren't the ones doing the most. I certainly wish the best for these men, but experience has shown me that the probability of every single one of them being full of shit is extremely high. If a single one of these men actually make it, it would be a win, though. I was in treatment 6 or 7 years ago, and the vast majority of the dudes I was with are dead. A couple are in prison, but most are dead. I only know of two of us who have remained off drugs and put together a good life. Addiction is a strange beast. Unfortunately, we're just not ready until it clicks one day, if we're lucky enough to live to see it.
@DebraWelch 9 ай бұрын
@@weirdmood8102I totally get this. I quit drinking in June, 1997. Unfortunately, out of the 12 of us who quit, only 2 of us are still alive or not in prison.
@mofishin2648 9 ай бұрын
Yeah, not sure about the blaming weed and drinking part. Also lacing weed sounds like some bs especially with an expensive substance like Fentanyl.
@dsher503 9 ай бұрын
Yeah I understand where you are coming from completely. I've been trying to focus less on the negatives and so I try to look at guys like this with hope but know it's much easier to talk than it is to take action. Definitely appreciate the perspective of someone who has been through it/is going through it. Those odds are terrible of making it which is why the most important thing seems to be to find a way to prevent people from trying these drugs in the first place right? Such a tough and complex situation. I hope you're doing well and thanks for responding.
@ovechkin100 9 ай бұрын
It must help them cope with it. Ive never been in that situation, but they all sort of talk the same speed about it. As if they are warning everyone just how bad it really is.
@julesbythesea4462 5 ай бұрын
I moved from Monticello 8 years ago to heal and elevate...that town and the people drag you down.I am doing better than I ever have in my entire life. Best decision I made.Just like he says at the pool hall,you have to get out and cut all ties.You have to break away from the toxicity no matter how hard it is,family and friends.Put yourself first always!Take care of you and get stronger and learn to love yourself.
@mikearicks77 6 ай бұрын
I can tell that the first former addict is still fighting his demons. Stay strong 💪🏾
@dianefletcher7852 3 ай бұрын
They all appeared depressed and unhealthy imo
@too-bright 9 ай бұрын
"old behavior isnt going to produce new mentality" love that line
@FUZIONHERE 9 ай бұрын
Mad respect to you Peter for letting people share their Christian faith and not cutting any of the things they say out, you’re the best documenter on KZfaq hands down.
@mommasbacongankin 9 ай бұрын
Document the crazy Christians. Show it and let it be know. Explain away evil.
@chadveit9854 9 ай бұрын
I absolutely agree, gained at lot of respect for Peter after watching that.
@DeezNuts-vj4ws 9 ай бұрын
@@mommasbacongankin So true!!
@RosinDaddy5280 9 ай бұрын
Lol they don't even know their own faith lol Jesus never once said he was God and to worship him This is idol worship Jesus prayed to God
@rcquakes30 7 ай бұрын
You are a good human being Peter. We need more people like you
@dianlajdziak9307 7 ай бұрын
Your interviewing style is so great! I love watching your videos. You're not judgey or condescending, you bond with people so quick, and you don't make any nasty comments or anything to people who are clearly struggling and doing their best to keep moving forward with their lives. Keep it up, I watch one or two of your videos every day that I work from home. Take care and safe travels!
@jasontunnicliffe2982 3 ай бұрын
I'm from the UK, and this video has spoken volumes to me. I think this video found me through the grace which was given 🙏 I hope that all in this video remain strong and get through. Addiction is Addiction no matter what the substance. Thank you for your journalism and I really want one of those burgers!! 🙏
@shanebrandonjohnson 9 ай бұрын
I'm from Appalachian Pa and I don't think people realize just how bad the drugs are in these hills. It only takes 1 person to move into a small town and corrupt the young people. Then when drugs are the only thing making money in a failed economy, even the folks who aren't addicted are getting involved. Perpetuating the problem out of desperation just to feed your family and get out of a bad situation. Reform cant start and end with the addicted. We need ways to breath life back into our communities. Thanks for showing people the truth.
@moisturisedgnome1181 9 ай бұрын
My small ex coal mining town in rural uk was the same back in the 80's/90s. H was rife. Been a long road
@moisturisedgnome1181 9 ай бұрын
@crazy225aw thats not true, and if you dont know what you're talking about dont offer an opinion
@aWomanFreed 9 ай бұрын
One person moves in and destroys the whole community? That sounds intentional. Why does no one see that
@caesarsalad1170 9 ай бұрын
@crazy225aw Damn you a schizo or something?
@betta8668 9 ай бұрын
A lot of similar thing seem to be said, like we did it to “fit in”. Some peer pressure, some to feel comfortable in their own skin, some injury. The rest sell for the $$. What can family and community do to help these 9-12yr old users (when started) change their psychi so they don’t grow into 20-30yr old addicts? This is a sincere question? And why do they have them switch from one addiction to the next, prescribed by a doctor, the same person that prescribes the opiates in the first place. Now it’s corporate dealers.
@jdc4483 9 ай бұрын
Peter, as a southerner, I admire how you handle these topics. You’re respected because you don’t talk down and make fun of people. Most reporters not from the south - when they interview Southerners- always like to cut-eyes to the camera and wink, so to speak, making fun of the “dumb southerner.” You don’t do that and it’s appreciated.
@Jessicahurst1 9 ай бұрын
I’m from Canada and I love the south. Industrious people who can fix just about anything and will give you the shirt off their own back if you need it. Beautiful people who have helped me out more than once ❤
@truthseeker2222 9 ай бұрын
Those same people are now fleeing their overpriced hell hole cities to come South. NC is full of New Yorkers and Californians now. They still look down on us in our own state, like invaders.
@rockon8174 9 ай бұрын
Which interviewers do that? Maybe the comedy channels!
@MatthewSparkman-bc9gq 9 ай бұрын
I'm from the deep south Savannah, I've never seen reporters do that. Maybe I'm clueless idk.
@clicheguevara5282 9 ай бұрын
I grew up in Tennessee and while the South isn't the place that I _personally_ feel most at home in, I HATE how misrepresented the south is by media. The idea that the south is just full of dumb, racist rednecks is just absolutely not true. I've lived on the Big Island of Hawaii for almost 15 years and one of the things I like about it is that it reminds me of all the great things about living in the south. It has the slow pace of life, connection to nature, and "everyone's family" vibe. Even country music is popular here. Lol
@theconundrumnut5921 4 ай бұрын
I am so deeply disappointed in our government. Why hasn’t there been an outrage about this? Why isn’t anybody saying anything about this? Thank you for bringing this to light, Peter.
@bobbiejofouts1708 4 ай бұрын
Government is never the answer.
@McFwoupson 3 ай бұрын
Wdym the drug epidemic is talked about all the time lol
@jenne8180 3 ай бұрын
@@bobbiejofouts1708 100%!
@jenne8180 3 ай бұрын
Government is NEVER the answer to any problems we have !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@dianefletcher7852 3 ай бұрын
you should leave bc the constitution of the USA says the govt exists for the common good of it's citizens. Government class isn't interesting for everyone, apparently. Why not move to Russia? Peter seems to like it there - and no help from the govt!@@jenne8180
@skipper6409 4 ай бұрын
Finest exhibition of journalism I’ve seen for many a decade.
@cjsebes 9 ай бұрын
"That's what we're here for... We're gonna wrap our arms around you and help you, man." That dude is what this world needs more of. God speed to you, Chase.
@marcwells03 9 ай бұрын
God speed ? Does that mean he gets super powers from the genocidal sky daddy of the Bible that planned the drug crisis so that people would suffer…. God loves suffering Psalms 137:9 happy is the one that dashes the infants on the rocks
@chase5298 9 ай бұрын
I appreciate the kind words friend
@raymondhumphrey2749 9 ай бұрын
Agreed... Thanks to God the Most High,more and more Good people are coming forward and Helping those that want the Help...God Bless you All.. Thank You.
@STAYHUMBLE302 9 ай бұрын
@@chase52983 years this past July off of fentynal few states over on the east coast Delaware it’s hit us hard to brother philly Baltimore Delaware thanks for doing what you do and day at a time brother !!
@BradPwnsU 9 ай бұрын
I thought his name was chance?
@alolkoydesigns 9 ай бұрын
The man fresh out of jail brought me to tears. The seemingly insurmountable challenge he faces. Some very honorable people
@lynnpeart4195 9 ай бұрын
Me to because my son is this way😢
@lavernebell6274 17 күн бұрын
I live in Australia and I’ve become hooked on your KZfaq travels through America and talking with everyday people. Not sensationalised just real gritty talk.
@brodieg12 5 ай бұрын
That was awesome Peter. I feel like I have a much better understanding of this horrible epidemic.
@qwest4eight 9 ай бұрын
As someone who was born in Kentucky, this series has been heartbreaking and heart warming. Thank you Peter for showing that our beautiful state is so much more than the stereotypes.
@vincivedivicilextalionas4036 9 ай бұрын
As someone who lives in Ky this warms my heart to see the awareness spread. Also born here
@llamacebu216 9 ай бұрын
$250 oz of meth is pretty terrifying.. Holy cutness
@cornell833 9 ай бұрын
@@llamacebu216 don't sell drugs
@clicheguevara5282 9 ай бұрын
I grew up in Tennessee but left for Hawaii 13 years ago because everyone I knew in TN was addicted to hard drugs. ..so I feel ya. This "really hits home" as they say.
@cornell833 9 ай бұрын
@@clicheguevara5282 yes the cartel runs Tennessee 🚭 😤 in drugs it will never stop
@shaheeraha.2874 9 ай бұрын
I am in TEARS. Addicted to drugs or not, I feel like a lot of people out there in the world can relate. The man who talked and guided Peter through his lense...whoo!! Thank you for conatantly sharing perspectives of HUMANS, no matter their backgrounds. You are a piece of positive expansion!! Wishing everyone on their journey the best and beyond!❤
@wisdomliveshere575 6 ай бұрын
This was special. Thank you to everyone who made this and to Peter. May the freedom from addiction be an eternal reality for all who choose life. You're worth it.
@daviddearth3515 7 ай бұрын
Peter you are my hero. Your videos take the pulse of America. You let forgotten folks in forgotten places tell their stories. All people want is to be heard and understood. Thanks so much for what you do.
@TripleMountain36446 9 ай бұрын
Thank you to everyone who participated in this video. My son took his life October of 2020 at 21 years old during the pandemic waiting for a bed to open at rehab. COVID rules forced rehabs to reduce the number of patients they could have. He'd been prescribed opioids for an orthopedic problem and benzos for a seizure disorder and had been on the prescriptions for a year and a half. He became a functional addict. When he no longer could get his prescrips filled due to a change in insurance, a friend turned him on to a dealer. He was buying Percs and three months later after multiple overdoses realized the M30s he was buying were cut with Fentanyl. Our State was in lockdowns, nothing to do, isolation, depression, and loneliness adding to the distress and boredom and COVID relief checks which made the problem worse. His world grew dark within six months with dark people in it. He made up his mind to withdraw on his own since rehab had him on hold. In withdrawal and in pain (mental, emotional, and physical) he took his life while trying to SAVE it. Withdrawal is horrible and med detox is the only safe way to go. He knew that, he'd detoxed before in rehab, but he was so ready to get off opioids/benzos/Fentanyl he didn't want to wait. The morning he was found I received a call from his rehab...they had a bed, it had just become available. This thoughtfully-done video brought tears to my eyes all throughout. Thank you for doing this and for giving the hurting ones, so often judged and forgotten, a voice and a chance to tell their stories. I saw the same thing in each one my son had...a good heart, a tenderness about them, and a willingness to be honest about the struggle. It takes courage to tell our stories especially when those who have never been through it or loved someone who was going through it ever really understand. My hope is that each person in this video has continued success in their sobriety and that life gives them what they so deserve...love, compassion, self-forgiveness, and a chance. Peace be with you all and much love and encouragement to the families and friends of those struggling with addiction. Love is the answer...only love.
@angelachouinard4581 9 ай бұрын
My heart breaks for you. The ones who drift into drugs from bad homes and economically depressed areas are bad enough but the ones who started out under a doctor's care absolutely infuriate me. I have two brothers. One has a PhD in chemistry and spent his whole career working for companies who represent drug manufacturers. The other spent his whole career in benefits insurance. From this I know two things. Doctors know far less about the drugs they prescribe than they should and how to take them off properly and insurance companies don't care if they and the doctor cut the world out from under your feet. It's a vicious cycle. If we took better care of the basics, like proper medical care, affordable housing and jobs that paid enough to live on, lots of people would not be so miserable they turn to drugs. Then there would not be so many addicts. With fewer addicts maybe there would not be a shortage of beds. Thank you for sharing your story. You are right, when we are brave enough to share our pain, we can support each other.
@Khunark 9 ай бұрын
Yeah, love. Thank you.
@BleedForTheWorld 9 ай бұрын
It strikes me as odd when you blame covid relief cheques on your son's death. Uplifting people is not just about individuals but whole communities at once and it requires a change within systemic policies and actions. I'm sorry for your loss.
@BleedForTheWorld 9 ай бұрын
@@angelachouinard4581 poverty leads to crime because boredom, depression, lack of resources, and the lack of freedom and agency sets in. You're right about affordable housing. That's why we need systemic change within the system that helps people first, not corporations for profit.
@EGoldman 9 ай бұрын
@@BleedForTheWorldcovid policies are absolutely to blame for the increase in deaths due to suicide, addiction etc.
@elizabethlane880 9 ай бұрын
Watching from Australia - this coverage is more hard hitting, more executed with sincerity, more important than anything mainstream media covers - well done
@NorthernGreenEyes 7 ай бұрын
Because it's all lies (mainstream media)
@camc3640 7 ай бұрын
Well executed, with simple technical means and good editing it is a honest sobering account of what is going on in USA. Thanks.
@trinityjean5300 4 ай бұрын
He was right when he said it's good to take a break and move away for a bit if possible. I had to do this at just 20. I moved 1800 miles away from everything I knew so I could build new relationships and create new healthy habits away from my old life. It worked - I moved home about 3 years later and was able to avoid all my old pitfalls. Im 55 now and have never looked back. Best thing I ever did for myself.
@magenta4085 15 күн бұрын
Thank goodness there are good people to help. When you listen, people make sense. I like that sheriff. We need tens of millions of people like him.
@samsimpson2832 9 ай бұрын
I appreciate how you don't scrub people's faith from your content. Regardless of what others believe, if their faith or religion is what has helped them recover, it's possible that it may help others. Showing their perspective is part of the story.
@christinastpierre3052 9 ай бұрын
RESPECT
@glennyoungkindid9116 9 ай бұрын
Lol I’m pretty sure nobody “scrubs faith” from content
@samsimpson2832 9 ай бұрын
it happens a lot in mainstream media. They will often edit out references to God etc. and it's part of their story. ex. documentaries or "based on real life events" movies. @@glennyoungkindid9116
@AllenWorshiperofJesus 9 ай бұрын
Hello, my name is Allen, I'm schizoaffective, and I'm also a Christian. I'm from Harlan Kentucky. I sure do appreciate you making this video. It's nice to see you share the struggles my people face with the outside world. I'm about halfway through the video, but I want to share my own thoughts on a subject you covered: boredom. I'd say boredom itself is a part of it, but that's part of a larger issue: hopelessness. There's very little work in eastern kentucky. There's basically no social life. There are basic things necessary for proper mental health that are unavailable to us here. What most people have done for the last few generations is mine coal. Now whether you support or are against coal mining, the sudden decline in the coal industry in eastern kentucky made the poverty and drug use much, much worse. It all goes together. While the coal industry collapsed, the communities which relied on the income in this region never adapted fully. So most people left. Harlan has lost over half of its population in 50 years. Most that dont leave, fall into addiction. There's a sense of aimless wandering and hopelessness in most people I meet in Harlan, even in my own family. If I didn't have Jesus, I'd be depressed and hopeless beyond what I could handle. But Jesus gives me hope, and reason to live. But again, thanks for sharing the struggles we Appalachians face with the drug epidemic. I appreciate it. God bless you
@foxyauragems6146 9 ай бұрын
People need to start their own businesses and try online work as well
@agentjs09 9 ай бұрын
@@foxyauragems6146 That can help with poverty and joblessness, but it doesn't help the social side of things or the lack of community resources
@kwekwlos 9 ай бұрын
God bless you sir
@mikeyw1702 9 ай бұрын
Thanks, that’s a very informed comment. Good luck to you.
@deannmiller4758 9 ай бұрын
Im glad you found Jesus my friend! I hope you can go to a place with christian community and support and meaningful work. God bless you.
@shelbyfreedlund3696 5 ай бұрын
These folks are so inspiring, they are overcoming such great feats. Sending all my best to them all, they absolutely deserve it ♥️
@odinian6244 7 ай бұрын
I'm glad this has millions of views! This should be trending and be on TV during best hours instead of hysteric talk shows etc. In Norway we love this type life/journey/history documentation
@abeautifulmess5036 8 ай бұрын
Love this one🥰I spent from ages 12-20 addicted to hard drugs then struggled with alcoholism from 25-31…I too came from an awesome stable family but addiction doesn’t discriminate. Happy to say I’ve been sober for 15 years and 2 months and in my 30’s went to college to get a bachelors to help others struggling with addiction
@teresaburgess9457 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations love to hear this.
@jasonlabat99 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations. I'm going on 10 years clean myself. Tell me about your education and what degree I should pursue to do what you do?
@camc3640 7 ай бұрын
Keep up the good work.
@martinalewis2844 6 ай бұрын
Congratulations 😊. GOD’s Speed.
@user-nc8fx9mb8l 6 ай бұрын
Well done flower, you, should be so proud 👏
@jeffa8217 9 ай бұрын
Man the vicious circle of addiction. I started using alcohol regularly at 13. By 16 I using coke. Started smoking crack at 18. When I was 21 I went on a crime spree. Ended up doing over 11 years in prison. While in prison I tried heroin and liked it. When I got out of prison I got a fentanyl habit. And that's a whole different monster. Tried to get clean but I just couldn't. Finally after about 8 years of a horrible fentanyl habit I just had enough of destroying anything good in my life. I prayed and prayed. I literally took everyday one second at a time. I've been completely clean for over 4 years now and I'm not looking back. Life is beautiful now. Everything just falls into place when I'm doing right. I was the biggest liar, thief, selfish piece of shit in the world. If I can truly change anyone can. God can make miracles out of mistakes. Don't ever give up 👍🏼
@ellevee1480 9 ай бұрын
God bless you, and thank you for having the courage to share that.
@jaykay415 9 ай бұрын
What a great story of redemption. I'm very happy for you!
@Savedbyonlygrace777 9 ай бұрын
❤ thank you for sharing your story
@brodieg12 5 ай бұрын
Man, I wish this could be amplified x 1000 on this platform! This was so informative for me....and I live in Portland Or! Thank you Peter for your good work!
@sh-df1bb 3 ай бұрын
This one Really resonated with me and moved me to tears! I got off meth 25 years ago. I could see and feel the pain and struggle the two men in the burger shop are going thru! Even the sheriff is hurting by seeing this everyday. Thanks for getting this information out there
@amynicolai6126 8 ай бұрын
We need to bring trauma into the conversation. Trauma is the most powerful gateway to drug use and abuse.
@AimeeAimee444 7 ай бұрын
Yes, there’s a dual diagnosis or trauma oftentimes to escape. I’m a recovering alcoholic and know the feeling of hopelessness. Now I see alcohol as a poison and a thief.
@hg2339 7 ай бұрын
Right 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@DanielleVlog365 6 ай бұрын
Trauma and I would say neglected healthcare. It seems our country's only 2 ways of handling pain management has been to perscribe people addictive drugs in excess or to cut them off from anything entirely, so people go seeking relief somewhere else.
@amynicolai6126 6 ай бұрын
@@DanielleVlog365 100%.
@dolucks1 5 ай бұрын
No... the problem is people being conditioned to think that anything that doesn't go how they want it to go is trauma. Go to a 3rd world country and cry to people about your traumatic 1st world life.
@thedpsemporiumofdrumtracks5648 9 ай бұрын
This was incredible. Well done Peter, you're really doing something here. -signed a recovering heroin addict.
@flyboytheprince 8 ай бұрын
I’m glad your doing better I’m in recovery everyday and this hit me and me so emotional.
@bcas007 8 ай бұрын
4th q😂
@Ok-vm7lg 7 ай бұрын
Good luck
@Sachinrockzful 7 ай бұрын
Hang in there buddy. You’ve got it. I love you
@jessy307 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for showing how beautiful Kentucky is. The people and the land. ❤
@dianefletcher7852 3 ай бұрын
too bad there is no money for addiction treatment - just incentives to have children out of wedlock to get welfare and food stamps that go directly to the drug dealer while the kid goes hungry and left for hours in a car while parents are getting high inside the house. Disgusting and pathetic
@prototropo 6 ай бұрын
"Peter is an ambassador for humanity." That's typical of the many compliments Peter got for his work on this video. To browse through these comments made me feel close to the people of these communities--often more than to folks in my own neighborhood! I am proud of all the people here who had the courage to watch an honest film, listen to remarks most of us aren't eager to hear, and just try to respect everyone for choices they didn't always know the outcome. You're all decent souls--please don't forget that on your lousy days, no matter what tomorrow you're facing.
@slawekk3163 9 ай бұрын
I cried once you hit that recovery house and seeing those guys trying to be better and help themselves. I was one of them 3.5 years ago. Good job 👏
@danielgoudge8465 9 ай бұрын
God Bless us all that all struggling from drugs,alcohol or anything for that matter 🙏🏻
@victoriasfire 9 ай бұрын
That is when I also cried
@susannabonke8552 9 ай бұрын
You can be really proud yourself.. never let anyone look down on you.
@momsmushroomsjodyfoster5786 9 ай бұрын
I’m not gonna lie, if you take OxyContin for a year or longer. It’s quite likely you’ll have devastating depression when you try to stop. But I can also promise you from the bottom of my heart. That if you will stay sober, eventually, all your joy and energy returns. It does take a very long time in some cases so you have to be patient with the process. But time is truly on your side. Try not to be impulsive. When you get a craving, wait it out. Find a good distraction and some thing that brings you joy. Like music, art, good food, massage, good friends, mostly prayer and God. But if you hold on the thought, and the feeling will pass and change to a new one. I beg of you don’t give up. your life is worth saving. And every day you only get to live one time. So please live your best life now. We do recover.
@terrycurtis9757 8 ай бұрын
No human power can relieve me of my addiction but God can and WILL if He's asked
@adamjmatheson 9 ай бұрын
The way those guys in the burger shop opened up to you ...that was really something Anyone who has gone out and filmed a youtube video in public knows how challenging it can be to gain a stranger's trust - especially when it gets that personal. This is awesome work Peter.
@krypellt 9 ай бұрын
That got me really emotional you can hear the pain
@norsethehorse8179 9 ай бұрын
I’m from this area, my childhood home is less than a mile away from the rehab center. Behind the drugs, as you can see, people are very nice and caring they don’t want others to follow down their path
@S2375wattage 9 ай бұрын
Some of those guys at the burger place who said they're clean really don't seem to be.
@jvick953 9 ай бұрын
People need instant gratification. Drugs are that. Unfortunately, I believe video games add to wanting that instant gratification.
@alexflow3259 9 ай бұрын
What a beautiful area it is! And all of the people interviewed seemed cool as heck :-) Definitely makes me want to road trip through Appalachia with family one day. Americans are facing a lot of challenges, but the deeper goodness of most isn't one of them. Unfortunately, drugs, consumerism (bling & brands) and life stress often get in the way. @@norsethehorse8179
@christinelaframboises3705 4 ай бұрын
This has been a particularly important documentary. The people who spoke with you are really good honest people. I hope they have great success in their recovery. They deserve a good life. ❤
@heatherbrownmusic7536 2 ай бұрын
Chance is a REALLY good listener. I love that he's turned around and is providing support for others. I hope these guys keep up the clean life. ❤
@kdp9122 9 ай бұрын
I love your style, Peter! You never talk down to people. You ask questions, you listen and you observe. Fantastic channel! Keep ‘em coming!!
@clean280 9 ай бұрын
I sometimes feel like he's changing the topic too quickly when talking to someone
@De5O54 9 ай бұрын
@kdp - I noticed this.
@egrytznr8893 9 ай бұрын
@@clean280 yeah I noticed that, a lot of cuts and edits too, right in the middle of conversations.
@katelynbrown98 9 ай бұрын
@egrytznr8893 I think it's just a matter of time. Not having the time to have someone tell you everything they want to say when he already has someone who has said the same thing prior.
@egrytznr8893 9 ай бұрын
@@katelynbrown98 IDK I think it's more that Peter wants a certain political narrative in most of his videos.
@JOJOM1000 9 ай бұрын
I am a Marine veteran who has and is going through recovery and am currently sober. This video is what America needs to see. Thank you for sharing. I am also going to school for social work and believe we need more social workers to get people the resorces they need. There are many resources out there and all that some people need is to be AWARE of these available resources. Again, Mr. Santenello!
@richardmorris7063 9 ай бұрын
Seller Fi,Tow Co Camp Lejeune NC 75-79.. A lot of it is who you hang out with. When you change you're ways many times you have to delete half of your phone. Good luck..
@wally9935 9 ай бұрын
God bless you for choosing social work. Work hard ❤
@tarawiseman8785 9 ай бұрын
You're not wrong. The prison system must be aware of groups like chances and that guy in the restaurant has been out of prison a few days, lives in his area and never heard of it. They should be telling them about programs in their area when they're let out. Sure they won't always seek them out and use them but the ones who are ready for help could be saved if they knew what was available to them.
@KaraNolting 5 ай бұрын
Grateful to you for shedding light on this and grateful these folks have Chance to help support them in their recovery. I wasn't expecting to cry on a Tuesday afternoon while making a donation but hopefully the small amount I was able to give, can assist Chance in saving one more life.
@bryanpage7206 6 ай бұрын
Love your podcast Peter. Been watching you for some time now and love all your interviews. But this one hit to me personally I was addict for over 30 years. I'm glad to see this gentleman doing what he's doing. You're doing a great job.
@RJSAMCRO 9 ай бұрын
What he is saying is 100% ON POINT. It does not discriminate. I came from a two parent middle class suburbia neighborhood grew up around good people, got hurt once in an accident in my later years got pain meds and it was all downhill from there. Lost jobs, stole from family and friends, lost 11 years on and off to jails and prison because I had to wake up everyday and scam my way into finding money to get my next hit before I got sick, ruined many friendships, most of my family won't talk to me anymore. This epidemic is a life destroyer and do not believe that weed is the gateway because I have never smoked weed a day in my life, I went straight to pills and H. I pray for all those addicted today to fight the dragons, it can be done. I am clean 7 years now and life is so much better. You can do it no matter where you are in the world you can do it.
@rockon8174 9 ай бұрын
Gateway drug is ALCOHOL AND CIGARETTES!
@DrannonMoore00 8 ай бұрын
Yeah, he might be right about those things but he's also a liar. At 47:12, he calls a weed bong a "meth pipe" and then he falsely tells Peter that you can smoke anything out of a meth pipe. No meth user of 20 years would confuse a weed bong with a meth pipe. They aren't even designed somewhat similar to one another. You cannot smoke weed out of a meth pipe and you cannot smoke meth out of a weed pipe. He's a fraud.
@alexandremarques9639 9 ай бұрын
You speak the truth. Politicians and media want us divided and scared. I’m stunned how many people fall for it.
@user-ji7jd1xw2o 9 ай бұрын
So true
@muziklvr7776 9 ай бұрын
Divide and conquer. The owners of this country want us divided so we won't congregate and overthrow their BS manipulated system.
@steverose3318 9 ай бұрын
Spot on. Search The St. Louis Record Steve Rose. See what a retard Mo judge was allowed to do to me and cost me. Yet this state can only say it's sorry. I became a state informant in his case. ( former law enforcement here ) The judge had to resign. But I lost everything due to that stupid mthrfkr.
@jerseydrillmovement8235 9 ай бұрын
🐑ple 😂
@diodelvino3048 8 ай бұрын
Because its working. People still think this is about Red vs Blue, they think the person giving them all this negative news about the opposing side is actually trying to help them. Politicians are only out for themselves, the overwhelming majority of them are. The Politicians and media convinced people that half the country is trans and wants to hypnotize our kids, the politicians and media convinced people that this country is one of the most racist countries in the world and that all white people are out to get you if youre a miinority.
@myzyagssc 4 ай бұрын
Hats off to the Man for sharing his story! Much Love
@sky-hm6sr 3 ай бұрын
I just adore this Gentleman share his testimony, what A Blessing. I have those scars too❤
@caingrimm5671 9 ай бұрын
Watching this from Bristol, TN. I’m a recovering opiate addict. When I returned home from Afghanistan, the VA loaded me up with OxyContin. It led me down a horrible path. If you are ever in the area I’d love to show you a few things. I’ve witnessed recovery and destruction and would love to share some stories with ya. Any veterans reading this, the Dom at the Bay Pines VAMC was crucial in my recovery. They are located in St. Pete, Florida.
@drewster-vh8su 9 ай бұрын
Why did they load you up on that? What was their reason for that? Just wondering
@fotos240 9 ай бұрын
Read former Roanoke Times reporter Beth Macy's great book, "Dopesick".
@ostrich67 9 ай бұрын
@@drewster-vh8suhanding you a bottle of pills is faster than helping you long term. For-profit hospitals are the same.
@KarstRats 9 ай бұрын
Typing this from Bristol. These types of areas are very boring as well. Its so easy to just want an escape from it. Factory jobs with 12 hour shifts just make people want something more. And with bills and life going on its almost impossible to find “more” so they just grab onto the “fun” of being high until its no longer fun but another job. Its understandable.
@tron.44 9 ай бұрын
@@drewster-vh8suprobably took a few bullets, or had another injury. Possibly PTSD too.
@Hannu_H 9 ай бұрын
I can "thumbs up" even before seeing the episode, because I know that Peter makes quality stuff.
@user-ff4ex7ll7w 9 ай бұрын
Didn’t disappoint again
@janethamil9337 9 ай бұрын
I'm the same. He can produce a video that I would think I could care less about and make it so interesting that I was really happy that I took the time to watch it. Plus, be a little smarter because of it.
@user-yo7xn1mf5h 6 ай бұрын
I live in Monticello, Kentucky. It's pretty cool that Peter came here. This video is definitely an eye opener and should be an inspiration to anyone who is battling addiction.
@FromPanictoParis 3 ай бұрын
Peter I can't get enough of your videos they are the best on KZfaq. Crazy enough I stumbled across this video on addiction I just lost my uncle (Peter) was his name ironically. He passed away at age 39 to a heroine overdose. And his older brother my older uncle is addicted to crack really hard now obviously to block the trauma of losing his little brother. And I'm from Dublin Ireland. This isn't just a problem in the USA it's a world-wide problem. God bless you man keep making this content it's absolutely top quality.
@lydia8779 9 ай бұрын
I lost a cousin to fentanyl last week. Rich person from Chicago. Started with pills when he was 16. I feel like what we’re missing is meaning in our lives. I don’t know how to give people meaning, but we really need to find a way. ❤
@travismccloskey9733 9 ай бұрын
You should try hitting a tire with a sledge hammer 🫤
@goddammitalana 9 ай бұрын
What we're missing is God.
@marieallgyer9194 9 ай бұрын
Jesus is the Way
@Stuff8080 9 ай бұрын
What the hell does this mean?😂
@Stuff8080 9 ай бұрын
@@travismccloskey9733???
@divineorder22 9 ай бұрын
This was outstanding. This should be on every news channel. Wake up America. 😢
@silaspelsmaeker 2 ай бұрын
I'm not from the US nor do I know anybody from this video but it made me feel so proud of these lovely people battling their demons and prevailing over them. Extraordinary interviews and a super powerfull message.
@yazzysjourney926 3 ай бұрын
The halfway house really did it for me, much respect for these yuys for turning their lives around. Jody brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for educating me.
@yarnexpress 9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. It helped me put things in perspective. I'm 76yrs old and am a full time caregiver for my husband who has dementia. I often feel hopeless & a bit desperate but I have everything these recovering addicts yearn for. My prayers are with them to keep strong.
@christinastpierre3052 9 ай бұрын
GOD BLESS YOU
@beccaa5086 9 ай бұрын
I feel for the guys in the restaurant, talking about day to day. I just celebrated 6 years sober and in the beginning it was minute by minute. It's unbelievable the hold addiction has. Even though they know what it can do to you, they want to go back. Beautiful prayer. ❤
@benton-benton 9 ай бұрын
I know someone who was addicted to crack. He's rich so he went to Eric Clapton's rehab in Antigua. He stills smokes those little cigars though. He says cigarettes are harder to get off of than crack. And he said when he was getting off crack, he was on the ground chewing on grass and howling.
@apostolia2124 9 ай бұрын
fight the devil, an everyday job, in everything.✌💪
@DanWasAlreadyHere 9 ай бұрын
Congrats on sobriety. Congrats
@victor_iosi 9 ай бұрын
Well done Becca. Please know that you are a hero. Keep the faith.
@janefriel6895 9 ай бұрын
Good luck. You can do this as you say minute by minute if thats what it takes.
@D33Lux 5 ай бұрын
This vid hit home in a hard way. I'm going to be 3 years 8 months sober on December 24th, it was the best decision of my life. After I got sober I started my own business, which helped me to find purpose in life. To all those struggling, remember, no matter how tough life has been, tomorrow is a new day. Make the decision to save yourself and seek help to get sober. It will be a challenging journey, but its worth it.
@blacklabsociety4876 5 ай бұрын
From PA. 3 years clean here. Keep on recovering people 👊. It is attainable. If i can, anyone can.
@remnant.apothecary 9 ай бұрын
No one can understand the hell of addiction except for the person who has been or is active in addiction. There are no words to explain the complete captivity of your soul. I'm one of the lucky ones that didn't die, although I should have several times. We in America don't need to fear another country invasion, pandemics, aliens; we've been under attack in all 50 states by dope, and it is winning. Dope makes you go where you never wanted to go, stay longer than you want to stay, and spend more than you have to spend. Every addict wants to quit, but if there is no solution and help, then it's impossible.Thanks for sharing these stories about hope in the Appalachians and great state of Kentucky. God bless each of his children struggling today.
@JB43186 9 ай бұрын
Amen!!
9 ай бұрын
Peter's ability to ask meaningful questions and listen to the people is astounding. Very inspiring to see these person-to-person moments that give us all a little more love and respect for these people. Thank you.
@DrannonMoore00 8 ай бұрын
It's just a shame that he's being taken advantage of by people like the guy in this video. This guy is NOT a former drug addict. At 47:12 he points to a bong and calls it a meth pipe. Then he tells Peter that you can put any drugs in it. Those are literally weed bongs and it's impossible to smoke meth out of them. It's also impossible to smoke other drugs out of a meth pipe. He obviously doesn't understand the physics of how meth works, which tells me that he's lying about doing meth for 20 years. No drug user would confuse a weed bong for a meth pipe. I grew up in the drug culture of rural Kentucky. This guy is a fraud and he duped Peter big time.
@christinecude 8 ай бұрын
I just found this channel and I’ve been obsessed with his videos. He is an amazing journalist
@flyboytheprince 8 ай бұрын
He’s the best man for the job he has the insight for every situations.
@markchristopher8515 5 ай бұрын
Hello Peter All of these Guys sharing their experiences is Overly Powerful. The Humility, Courage and Guts shown by all of these guys I totally Respect! Peter Thank you so much for this Content.
@jenne8180 3 ай бұрын
Yes! The bravery to tell their stories to the world is awesomeness!
@kimberlyv.3271 5 ай бұрын
Loved how open those gentlemen were at the end. This channel is so great. Thanks for what you do.
@jennylynn82173 9 ай бұрын
“Boredom is a decision” - this is an excellent statement!!! Thank you, Peter! Your channel is a blessing is so many ways! 🌷
@drivanribar 9 ай бұрын
Well, I have to disagree with "Boredom is a decision" statement. It's quite a rigid and harsh way to put things in perspective.
@travismccloskey9733 9 ай бұрын
@@drivanribar In my experience the mental aspects of opiate withdraw manifests as something very akin to the feeling of boredom in the brain.
@RealMTBAddict 9 ай бұрын
No reason to be bored.
@drivanribar 9 ай бұрын
@@travismccloskey9733 True, but I would put that "boredom feeling" under a long term opiate withdrawal effect. Not like the imminent one.
@martinboersma763 9 ай бұрын
@@drivanribarunless u live in 🇷🇺 or 🇨🇳 there is nothing wrong to disagree with a opinion ❤️✌🏻
@stjohnlive 9 ай бұрын
I just want to thank Peter for coming to kentucky and touching the ice berg on this huge problem. Everyone you heard in this video has been to the bottom and today, we are out here showing and telling the world that there is HOPE after DOPE. Let’s GO 🗣️🗣️
@birddog1479 9 ай бұрын
As a recovering dope junkie for 5.5 years I loved this episode! Keep doing what you guys are doing! Dealing Hope! I'll take an ounce bag of that!
@jimmybutler6451 9 ай бұрын
Well said 👍
@quaaludecowboy692 9 ай бұрын
LFG
@-Ace-of-Spades- 5 ай бұрын
These are some very well put together documentaries. I'm learning a lot about the Appalachian people all the way over here in the UK. Good job. 👍
@josephcarney1905 3 ай бұрын
Hello from Ireland ☘️ I SHALL CAPITALISE THIS NARRATIVE OF MINE , TO SAY THIS VIDEO AND ALL THIS GUYS VIDEOS ARE JUST WHOLESOME , INFORMATIVE ETC . I AM A RECOVERING ALCOHOLIC, 6 YEARS SOBER. I THANK GOD EACH DAY FOR LIFTING IT FROM ME, AND I KNOW I AM ONLY A STEP AWAY FROM GOING BACK. GOD HELP THOSE GUYS IN EARLY RECOVERY , AS I HOPE THEY STAY CLEAN.
@derpking356 9 ай бұрын
Peter, this is how to bring people together, our country is so divided right now between left and right Your videos show that all of us pretty much want the same things Saftey,security, family and kindness between each other That's America 🇺🇸 Keep up the great work
@1x0x 9 ай бұрын
the divide is manufactured
@peterandco 9 ай бұрын
This channel is a gem. So much better than any podcast, but an immersive journey through someone's unique day to day life.
@thomasm.7058 Ай бұрын
Wow Peter, you are by far the best real-world journalism on YT in terms of conversation with average Americans in average regions about their average problems. As a European, topics about heavy dr*g abuse is quite shocking, especially how they live. But I have to say, they are all nice people, you mostly don't find in Europe...
@tommyc5436 6 күн бұрын
Very touching video I'm from northern Kentucky and ivs suffered with addiction for 12 years. I'm 28 years old and been clean off fentanyl for 6 years and have a beautiful family and a good job now.
@axdesho 9 ай бұрын
I will have to say this is probably one of the best videos you’ve ever done, and you’ve done some great ones in the past! How educational! Thanks to all of the real live participants! Thanks Peter! The whole Appalachia series is great.
@TigergirlM 9 ай бұрын
Yes! The Appalachia series is the first video series I have seen of Peter's videos... I'm hooked!
@sassybakka 9 ай бұрын
as a drug addict Im watching what Chance has achieved and I want to be doing as good as him so bad. Hes a perfect example of what I want to be in couple years time. My own place, shed, tools.
@aWomanFreed 9 ай бұрын
High dose vitamin c…look into it
@cathythompson6872 9 ай бұрын
Wishing you the best. Prayers to you for strength and success.
@christinastpierre3052 9 ай бұрын
Praying you keep that "WANT" to do better for yourself! 💜🙏🙏💜
@xkitchick 9 ай бұрын
You can do it!!!
@happycook6737 9 ай бұрын
You can do it! 🙏
@Ghostrek 6 ай бұрын
Peter you are a breath of fresh air. True journalism died long ago. you are reporting your experience with no opinion.. this is (was) what real journalism was about. let your viewers form their own opinion without you influencing it.. keep up the good work brother!
@campergirl Ай бұрын
Thank you Peter. I hope people see this , and know there is hope, they can change their lives around. this is so encouraging.My son almost died of an overdose..His friend called me,and i said to call 911..i was praying the whole time he was taken by ambulence to the hospital.When i got there the nurse told me his heart rate was high erractic.That is very bad.i prayed over him and his heart rate came down almost immediately. God is so good. He does not do drugs now.
@brinkksmusic 9 ай бұрын
I'm watching from 🇯🇲 and I've learned so much from the Appalachia episodes. The level of pride they have and togetherness is beautiful.
@MrThejboe3oh5 9 ай бұрын
Actually, it's very much like Jamaica.I mean obviously they have their differences,but very similar.
@AndruscaRO 9 ай бұрын
Being a person who offers a considerable amount of time to watch documentaries, these Appalachia series are by far one of my favorites. I like your approach towards people, the simple questions. I find these very educational. I am not from the US but I do appreciate your hard work Peter. Can't wait to watch more! 👍
@alexhaile7957 9 ай бұрын
I wish all the city folks I live with, and am a part of myself, would see these. Maybe it would help them realize that we're all so, so, so much more alike than we are different.
@Fairyplay 3 ай бұрын
I'm a recovering alcoholic and this shit hits so fucking hard Thank you for giving them a voice
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