Episodes

#carfentanil #murder #grief In Episode 227, I continue my conversation with Mareka Cole, in Part III, who shares the deaths of her 25 year-old sons, Mario to a motorcycle accident and Marek to carfentanil poisoning. Carfentanil is 100 times more potent than fentanyl. Watch the video version here - https://youtu.be/q9vu_d_G4Q8 Read our corresponding blog here - https://marymac.info/2024/04/07/the-mary-mac-show-death-by-fentanyl-podcast-series-mareka-cole-two-sons-ep227/ Visit Drug Induced Homi...

#carfentanil #murder #grief In Episode 226, I continue my conversation with Mareka Cole, in Part II, who shares the death of her 25 year-old sons, Mario to a motorcycle accident and Marek to carfentanil poisoning. Carfentanil is 100 times more potent than fentanyl. Watch the video version here - https://youtu.be/-l-tF1QLvgM Read our corresponding blog here - https://marymac.info/2024/03/31/the-mary-mac-show-death-by-fentanyl-podcast-series-mareka-cole-two-sons-ep226/ Visit Drug Induced Homici...

#carfentanil #murder #grief In Episode 225, I welcome Mareka Cole, in Part I, who shares the deaths of her 25 year-old sons, Mario to a motorcycle accident and Marek to carfentanil poisoning. Carfentanil is 100 times more potent than fentanyl. Watch the video version here - https://youtu.be/SShrf_57UsM Read our corresponding blog here - https://marymac.info/2024/03/24/the-mary-mac-show-death-by-fentanyl-podcast-series-mareka-cole-two-sons-ep225/ Visit Drug Induced Homicide at https://www.drug...

#fentanyl #opioids #narcan In this very concise episode, Rebekah Brown teaches us what happens when an individual has been poisoned by fentanyl, what to look for, and how to administer Narcan in an effort to save their life. To purchase Narcan and keep it in your car/glovebox/backpack for emergencies, go here. To watch all my conversations with parents who have experienced Death By Fentanyl of their children, watch the full playlist on youtube here. Very Important to watch, listen, like, comm...

#fentanyl #opioids #death #grief In Episode 223, I welcome Delana Pritchard who shares the life and death of her 24 year-old son Gavin Long who was poisoned by fentanyl. She is very active in the Oklahoma Chapter of The Drug Induced Homicide Foundation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/545419215952620 and Families Supporting Families - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1159579930856625 Please also visit the following sites to learn more: Visit The Drug-Induced Homicide Foundation - https://drug...

#fentanyl #opioids #grief #death In Episode 222, in Part II, I continue my discussion with Rebekah Brown as she shares the death of her son Cole who died of fentanyl poisoning at 18 and her activism to help young people understand the dangers of this illicit illegal drug. On the day they were to move from California to Oklahoma, Cole was found unresponsive. Rebekah tells us her painstaking journey from then until now. She is very active in the Oklahoma Chapter of The Drug Induced Homicide Fou...

#fentanyl #opioids #grief #death In Episode 221, in Part I, I welcome Rebekah Brown as she shares the death of her son Cole who died of fentanyl poisoning at 18. On the day they were to move from California to Oklahoma, Cole was found unresponsive. Rebekah tells us her painstaking journey from then until now. She is very active in the Oklahoma Chapter of The Drug Induced Homicide Foundation - https://www.facebook.com/545419215952620 and Families Supporting Families - https://www.faceboo...

#fentanyl #opioids #grief #death In Episode 220, Debbie Howland joins me and shares the tragic death of her only child, Ava Michelle, who died of fentanyl poisoning at age 24. Debbie experienced the death of her husband when Ava was only two years old and raised her as a widow/single mother. She is the State Representative for the Pennsylvania Chapter of The Drug Induced Homicide Foundation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1474860332644287/ and Families Supporting Families - https://ww...

#fentanyl #fentanylpoisoning #homicide #opioids #grief #death In Episode 219, in Part II, I continue my conversation with Chris Didier of VOID: Victims of Illicit Drugs, as he shares the tragic death of his 17 year-old son Zach to one pill of fentanyl. When Zach ordered the pill from a drug dealer online at SnapChat, he had no idea that the percocet, he thought he was getting, was instead filled with fentanyl and indeed killed him with just one pill, one time. Watch the video version here - h...

#fentanyl #fentanylpoisoning #homicide #opioids #grief #death In Episode 218, in Part I, I welcome Chris Didier of VOID: Victims of Illicit Drugs, as he shares the tragic death of his 17 year-old son Zach to one pill of fentanyl. When Zach ordered the pill from a drug dealer online at SnapChat, he had no idea that the percocet, he thought he was getting, was instead filled with fentanyl and indeed killed him with just one pill, one time. Watch the video version here - https://youtu.be/B...

#fentanyl #opioids #grief In Episode 217, in Part II, I continue my conversation with Rebecca Kiessling about the fentanyl deaths of her two sons on the same evening on July 29, 2020. Rebecca has endured incredible sorrow, not only from the deaths of Caleb, 20 and Kyler, 18 who both died on the same night from fentanyl, but she also had two miscarriages and the death of a special needs child who died at 33 days old. She is very active in the fentanyl awareness community, attending the Lost Vo...

#fentanylpoisoning #fentanylcrisis #deathbyfentanylpodcastseries In Episode 216, in Part I, I speak with Rebecca Kiessling about the fentanyl deaths of her two sons on the same evening on July 29, 2020. Rebecca has endured incredible sorrow, not only from the deaths of Caleb, 20 and Kyler 18 who both died on the same night from fentanyl, but she also had two miscarriages and the death of a special needs child who died at 33 days old. She is very active in the fentanyl awareness community, att...

#fentanyl #fentanylpoisoning #homicide In Episode 215, Part II, I continue my discussion with Christine Capelouto about her daughter, Alex's death by 1/2 of one tablet of oxycontin laced with fentanyl and her activism to gain justice. When Alex ordered the pill from a drug dealer online at SnapChat, she had no idea that the pain pill she expected had enough fentanyl in it to kill her. Watch the video version here - https://youtu.be/Du5pULiGEUU Read our corresponding blog here - https://...

#fentanyl #fentanylpoisoning #homicide In Episode 214, Part I, I speak with Christine Capelouto about her daughter, Alex's death by 1/2 of one tablet of oxycontin laced with fentanyl. When Alex ordered the pill from a drug dealer online at SnapChat, she had no idea that the pain pill she expected had enough fentanyl in it to kill her. Watch the video version here - https://youtu.be/KCayDwVX5Kc Read our corresponding blog here - https://marymac.info/2024/01/07/the-mary-mac-show-death-by-fentan...

In Episode 213, we look at the new year, what we have planned for ourselves and how to focus on the positive in our lives even though we are still grieving. Additional Notes: Please visit my corresponding blog for Episode 213 - https://marymac.info/2023/12/31/new-year-new-you-2024/- to find show notes and all related links to help you. This audio version is also available on youtube here. Also visit my Crisis Connections page if you need someone to speak with - https://marymac.info/national-...

In Episode 212, I send along my Christmas message to you and encourage your bravery to look at what you are grateful for today instead of only looking at your losses. And remember, never chase after people who have chose to exit your life because their season is over. If you haven't already done so, I'd ask that you please subscribe, share, rate, review and like the podcast. This helps us reach more people. If my podcast has helped you, I would appreciate your supporting it with any donation y...

In Episode 211, we discuss how to help ourselves through the holidays with specific techniques to make this stressful time more emotionally manageable. Additional Notes: Crisis Connections at my site - www.MaryMac.info Learn the Emotional Freedom Technique with Brad Yates. Marisa Peer's "I Am Enough" is a wonderful video - must watch! Meditation Videos to help you rest. Choose which resonate with you. Bach's Rescue Remedy Products can be ordered here. (please note this has alcohol within th...

#holidaygrief #hanukkah #christmas In Episode 210, we learn what to expect during the holidays after we've experienced a loved one's death and ideas and tips on how to prepare ourselves to not become overwhelmed. Additional Notes: Learn the Emotional Freedom Technique with Brad Yates. When we feel so badly, we need to rebuild ourselves. Marisa Peer's "I Am Enough" is a wonderful video - must watch! Meditation Videos to help you rest. Choose which resonate with you. I appreciate your suppor...

Today we celebrate my podcast's fourth anniversary! We are now heard in 109 countries and so grateful to our many listeners around the world who believe in our work and share with others. If you haven't already done so, please subscribe, follow, like, comment and write us to tell us if there are other topics you'd like to hear about. Especially subscribe on Spotify, Apple and YouTube to help us in the algorithms. You can also check out my corresponding blog here. And visit my amazon author pa...

#purduepharma #sacklerfamily #danschneider #thepharmacist #netflix In Episode 209, Part II, I speak with Dan Schneider of the Netflix Series "The Pharmacist" about his crusade against OxyContin Pill Mill Doctor and Purdue Pharma. OxyContin has been causing deaths and addictions which ruined the lives of families for decades. On Monday, December 4th, 2023, the US Supreme Court will hear the case of the Sackler family, who owns Purdue Pharma, who is trying to claim bankruptcy so they will not b...

#murder #danschneider #thepharmacist #netflix In Episode 208, Part I, I speak with Dan Schneider of the Netflix Series "The Pharmacist" about his son Danny's murder by a drug dealer. When Dan did not get the justice he sought, he took it into his own hands and found the witness who saw what happened. Read my corresponding blog - https://marymac.info/2023/11/26/the-mary-mac-show-death-by-fentanyl-podcast-series-the-pharmacist-dan-schneider-son-danny-partI-ep208/ to learn more about his journey...

#homeopathy #homeopathicmedicine #homeopathicremedies #grief #pain In Episode 207, we revisit our exceptional episode featuring premiere homeopath, Dr. Dana Ullman, as we highlight the effectiveness of remedies to help those grieving and in pain. In an effort to replace allopathic (prescription medications) with non-addictive remedies, I recommend you take the time to learn about homeopathy and find a homeopath with the designation "CCH" (classically certified homeopath) who is either near you...

#oxycontin #death #onepill In Episode 206, I speak with Ed Bisch of Relatives Against Purdue Pharma (RAPP) about his son Eddie’s death at age 18 in 2001 from one OxyContin pill. Just a few months shy of his high school graduation, Eddie didn’t realize the danger in one such pill. And Ed, his father, was in shock that something like this could be happening. Ed's immediate response was to alert the schools in Philadelphia so other young people would not be killed. This turned into an o...

#fentanyl #poisoning #death In Episode 205, I speak with Andrea Thomas, of Facing Fentanyl Now and Voices of Awareness, about her daughter Ashley's death at 32 to fentanyl poisoning. Ashley is Andrea’s first born and when she was killed by fentanyl back in 2018 the world was not as educated about this scourge as they are now as a result of her activism and that of many other parents who endure this sorrow. In an effort to deal with excruciating pain she suffered from pancreatitis, Ashley sear...