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Logan's VoiceBenny’s Story- A Mother’s Fight for Awareness and HealingIn this heartfelt episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger speaks with Dawn Beitzel-Allen about her son Benny—his life, his struggles with addiction, and the impact of his tragic death. Together, they open an honest dialogue about grief, family dynamics, mental wellness, and the ongoing fight against the opioid and fentanyl crisis.Dawn shares her deeply personal journey of navigating loss while finding purpose in advocacy. This powerful conversation reminds us that kindness, compassion, and awareness are essential in breaking the stigma around addiction and supporting families who have lost loved ones.💜 Topics Discussed:Benny’s story and the reali...
2025-11-121h 08
Logan's VoiceFentanyl 2.0 - The New Poisons Changing America’s Illicit Drug SupplyThe fentanyl crisis has evolved — and what’s coming next is even deadlier.In this urgent episode of Logan’s Voice, host Doug Ballinger exposes the rise of new synthetic poisons — including nitazenes, xylazine, and carfentanil — now flooding America’s drug supply.These are not the same drugs we once knew.They’re stronger, faster, and designed to evade detection — leaving families blindsided by toxicology reports showing chemicals they’ve never even heard of.Doug breaks down how these substances are changing the face of overdose deaths, why our systems aren’t keeping up, and what families, parents, and advocates can do rig...
2025-11-1208 min
Logan's VoiceThe Hope Equation Turning Awareness Into ActionWhat if hope isn’t just an emotion — but a formula that can change lives?In this episode of Logan’s Voice – a podcast, Doug Ballinger (Logan’s Dad) explores The Hope Equation — a powerful balance of Prevention, Compassion, and Community that transforms awareness into action.💜 Topics Covered:The truth about addiction prevention and how honest education saves livesThe power of compassion in ending stigma and supporting recoveryThe role of community in building resilience and turning grief into purposeReal stories of families turning pain into advocacyThis episode reminds us that hope is not passive — it’s a practice. When we combine preventi...
2025-11-1208 min
Logan's VoiceThe Mu Opioid Mystery - How the Brain Feels PainIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, host Doug Ballinger explores the powerful connection between pain, opioid receptors, and addiction — breaking down the science behind how our bodies manage pain and how synthetic opioids can take control of that system.Doug explains the role of mu-opioid receptors, the brain’s natural chemistry, and what happens when that delicate balance is disrupted. He sheds light on dependence, withdrawal, and the lifesaving importance of medically assisted detox, reminding us that compassion and understanding are key to healing — not judgment or stigma.This episode invites listeners to look deeper into addiction as a physio...
2025-11-1213 min
Logan's VoiceRecognizing the Signs - a Family Guide to SUD AwarenessWhen does “it’s just a phase” become something more?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, we explore the often-blurred line between normal teen angst and the early warning signs of substance use. From subtle behavioral changes to shifts in mood, sleep, and social circles, this conversation helps parents trust their instincts and take action with love rather than fear.You’ll learn practical ways to:• Observe without judgment and open conversations with empathy• Use “I feel” statements to build trust instead of walls• Create a safe home environment where honesty can thrive• Recognize how stigma and silence keep families sufferin...
2025-11-1210 min
Logan's VoiceFrom Seizures to Sentences: This Week in America’s Poisoned Drug Supply 10-20-25This week’s Logan’s Voice Weekly News Update takes you inside the headlines shaping America’s poisoned drug supply — from fentanyl-laced meth seized in San Antonio to massive cocaine busts in the Pacific and local arrests revealing just how deeply this crisis has spread.We’ll break down how meth and fentanyl mixtures are claiming lives across Texas, why Operation Pacific Viper shows the scale of global trafficking, and how convictions in Illinois and Connecticut reflect both justice and heartbreak in equal measure.Doug Ballinger, host of Logan’s Voice and Logan’s dad, brings the stories together with one centr...
2025-11-1211 min
Logan's VoiceThe Base of Truth Stories, Survival, and the Ripple Effect with Author Dante TereseIn this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, host Doug Ballinger sits down with author Dante Terese, creator of "The Base" series, for an unflinching look at addiction, recovery, and the families left behind by America’s poisoned drug supply.Through her storytelling and lived experiences, Dante offers a deeply human perspective on the cost of addiction and the courage of those who keep fighting. Together, Doug and Dante discuss:How fiction and storytelling help dismantle stigma around Substance Use Disorder (SUD).The growing generation of grandparents raising grandchildren after losing their children to fentanyl poisoning.The hidden dangers of k...
2025-11-121h 05
Logan's VoiceTurning Trauma into TriumphWhat if the most painful parts of your past aren’t holding you back — they’re showing you the blueprint for your greatest strengths?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger explores how to reframe trauma, rewrite your story, and reclaim your power.We’ll uncover:The illusion of a “fixed story” and how it silently shapes your identity.How perception — not the event itself — determines your healing.Practical steps to identify your core wounds and separate fact from emotion.Real strategies for rewriting your story through journaling, self-compassion, and reframing.How embracing your scars can become your greatest sour...
2025-10-1608 min
Logan's VoiceThe Cool that Kills: Peer Pressure in a Poisoned WorldIt’s early morning — quiet, reflective — the perfect time to talk about something that hasn’t changed: peer pressure.But today, it’s deadly. What used to be “just trying it once” can now mean never coming home. In this 100th episode, Doug Ballinger — Logan’s Dad — talks about the pressure to fit in, the dangers of the poisoned drug supply, and how one pill can kill.Learn how to create an Exit Code, a simple plan that helps you safely leave dangerous situations. Because saying no isn’t weakness — it’s the ultimate act of strength. You’re saying yes to your life, you...
2025-10-1608 min
Logan's VoiceWeekly News Update 10-13-2025From border busts to dark-web deals, this episode of Logan’s Voice exposes how fentanyl and other toxins move through global supply chains — and what real prevention looks like. Learn how traffickers adapt, why border seizures matter, and how awareness saves lives.Because every story deserves to be heard.👉 Subscribe, hit the bell, and tell us where you’re listening from.More at logansvoice.org#FentanylAwareness #DrugCrisis #LogansVoice #PoisonPrevention #BorderSeizures #GlobalSupplyChain #AddictionAwareness #HopeMovementCoalition
2025-10-1606 min
Logan's VoicePeace Is Not The Absence of StruggleWhat if peace isn’t something you have to chase? What if it’s already waiting for you, in the stillness between your next breath?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug, Logan’s dad, shares a deeply personal reflection on how peace isn’t about the absence of struggle, but the presence of trust. Through his journey of loss, healing, and advocacy, Doug explores how we can find strength in surrender, and calm within chaos.You’ll hear:💜 Why peace doesn’t come from control, but from allowing yourself to breathe again💜 How grief can evolve into purpose and connecti...
2025-10-1607 min
Logan's VoiceThe Hidden Face of the Global Drug Trade — Emojis, Dark Web, and FentanylWhat if the innocent-looking emojis on your child’s phone aren’t as harmless as they seem? 💊🧃💀In this eye-opening episode of Logan’s Voice, we dive into how modern traffickers use emojis like digital hieroglyphics — creating secret codes that mask drug sales on social media. From the dark web to encrypted chats, we expose how this hidden world operates right under our noses.🔍 You’ll learn:• What the DEA’s “Emoji Drug Code” really means• How emojis, slang, and encryption fuel the fentanyl crisis• Why awareness is our greatest weapon in this silent warBecause the...
2025-10-0809 min
Logan's VoiceLogan's Voice Weekly News Update - Oct 6, 2025Logan’s Voice Weekly News Update brings you the latest headlines from the frontlines of America’s poisoned drug supply. Each week, we uncover the truth behind major fentanyl seizures, trafficking arrests, overdose trends, and new synthetic threats emerging across the U.S. and beyond.In this episode, Doug Ballinger — grieving father, author, and host of Logan’s Voice — breaks down what’s really happening beneath the headlines:• Where fentanyl is being seized and how traffickers are adapting• How shifting drug policies and prosecutions are shaping justice• What these stories reveal about the ongoing overdose crisis
2025-10-0610 min
Logan's VoiceLogan’s Voice Weekly News Update - Poison & Punishment – September 2025 HeadlinesThis week, we’re breaking down the stories making national headlines — from massive fentanyl seizures at the border to harsh “Death by Delivery” sentencing. These aren’t just headlines — they represent real lives lost, real families grieving, and a system still trying to decide whether to treat this crisis as a public health emergency or a criminal case.In this episode, I dive into:🔹 Record-breaking border seizures and what they mean for our communities🔹 The rise in Drug-Induced Homicide convictions🔹 The ongoing tension between punishment and prevention🔹 What advocates and families can do to shift the conversatio...
2025-10-0410 min
Logan's VoiceThe Echo of Unheard Cries: Why We Can't Turn Down The Volume on America's Drug CrisisEven as overdose deaths appear to decline, tens of thousands of families are still getting that devastating phone call — the one that changes everything. In this episode of Logan’s Voice, host Doug Ballinger, Logan’s Dad, keeps the alarm sounding loud and clear.Doug shares the raw truth about America’s poisoned drug supply — fentanyl, xylazine, and nitazenes — and why a drop in numbers doesn’t mean it’s time to relax.He explains what’s working in communities that are saving lives through naloxone access, compassionate treatment, mental health care, and truth-telling without stigma.And most import...
2025-10-0412 min
Logan's VoiceXylazine & Nitazenes: The Next Wave in the Poisoned Drug SupplyThe poisoned drug supply is evolving. Two emerging threats—xylazine (tranq) and nitazenes—are making overdoses deadlier and harder to reverse. In this episode, Doug (Logan’s Dad) explains what these drugs are, why they matter, and what you can do in the first critical minutes of an overdose: naloxone, rescue breathing, call 911, stay calm.This is a conversation about truth, preparation, and hope—because awareness saves lives.🌐 Resources and support: LogansVoice.org#LogansVoice #OverdoseAwareness #Xylazine #Nitazenes #Naloxone #EndStigma #PoisonedDrugSupply #DrugCrisis #RecoveryMatters #HopeAndHealing
2025-09-2507 min
Logan's VoiceSilence Is Deadly: Breaking the Stigma Around Substance Use DisorderStigma kills more people than fentanyl—because silence keeps families from seeking help. If we don’t break the silence, we’ll keep burying our kids.In this episode, Doug Ballinger shares why stigma is one of the most dangerous forces in the overdose crisis. Silence prevents healing, isolates grieving families, and keeps people from seeking treatment. By breaking stigma,we open doors to recovery, connection, and hope.Listen now, share with someone who needs to hear it, and join the movement to shatter silence.Resources & support: LogansVoice.org
2025-09-2205 min
Logan's VoiceThe Poisoned Supply Weekly BriefIn this first episode of The Poisoned Supply – Weekly Brief, Doug Ballinger — Logan’s Dad and the voice behind Logan’s Voice — breaks down the latest headlines on America’s poisoned drug supply. From record DEA seizures to the rise of xylazine, global trafficking, and why one pill can kill, this update reveals the truth families need to know.🌐 Resources: logansvoice.org🔔 Subscribe on YouTube to help spread awareness further and wider.
2025-09-2010 min
Logan's VoiceBehind the Numbers: Making Sense of the Overdose CrisisBehind every statistic is a story. Behind every number is a name.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug — Logan’s Dad — takes a closer look at the overdose statistics we hear in the news. With provisional 2024 data showing nearly 80,000 lives lost, down from 110,000 the year before, some headlines suggest things are “improving.” But the truth is, we are still in a deadly crisis — and new poisons like xylazine and carfentanil aren’t even fully reflected in the data.Doug breaks down what the numbers really mean, what they fail to capture, and why we must keep say...
2025-09-1809 min
Logan's VoiceCarrying Grief: How Trauma Affects the Body and How We HealGrief is not just emotional — it’s physical. After traumaticloss, our bodies carry the weight of sorrow in ways we often don’t expect: exhaustion that won’t lift, sleepless nights, muscle aches, chest heaviness, changes in appetite, and more.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug shares howtraumatic grief shows up in the body, why it happens, and gentle ways to support yourself through it. From rest without guilt to mindful breathing, small nourishment, and the power of connection, this episode is a compassionatereminder that you are not weak — you are human.You are not...
2025-09-1710 min
Logan's VoiceMany Faces, One Foundation: The Capital of RecoveryRecovery has many faces — 12-step programs, medication-assisted treatment, faith-based healing, holistic approaches, and peer support. Every journey is valid, and every pathway matters.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug explores how these diverse approaches all share one foundation: recovery capital — the personal, social, community, and cultural resources that sustain long-term healing.✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:Why recovery looks different for everyoneBreaking stigma around medication and relapseThe four dimensions of recovery capitalHow families and communities can strengthen the foundation of recovery
2025-09-1309 min
Logan's VoiceStrong Enough to Ask – Breaking Silence and Finding RecoveryAsking for help is not weakness—it’s strength. And breaking the silence of stigma can be the difference between life and death.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger—Logan’s dad—shares how stigma keeps people and families trapped in shame and silence, and why recovery begins when we are brave enough to reach out for help. Through reflections on Logan’s story and the mission of Hope Movement Coalition, Doug reminds us that vulnerability is courage, and every story told becomes a light for someone still in the dark.💜 You are not weak for...
2025-09-0905 min
Logan's VoiceYouth, Recovery, and StigmaYouth, Recovery, and Stigma explores how today’s poisoned drug supply threatens young people, why stigma keeps many from reaching out for help, and how we can create a culture of recovery where asking for help is seen as strength. Doug shares powerful stories, practical tools, and a message of hope for families and teens navigating these challenges.
2025-09-0607 min
Logan's VoiceFrom Blame to Belief - Creating Safe Spaces for RecoveryIn this episode of Logan’s Voice – a podcast, Doug Ballinger shares how families and communities can shift from blame and shame to belief and support, creating the safe environments where recovery thrives.Discover:Why safe spaces matter in recoveryHow stigma isolates people and silences hopeWays families can move from criticism to compassionA powerful true story from a small town’s Overdose Awareness Day, where community love helped someone into treatment in less than 24 hours💜 Recovery is real — and safe spaces make it possible.
2025-09-0506 min
Logan's VoiceRecovery is REALIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug explores what recovery truly means — beyond just abstaining from substances. Recovery is about restoring health, rebuilding relationships, finding community, and rediscovering purpose. With stigma still holding so many people back, Doug breaks down why compassion and understanding are critical, and how language can either build barriers or open doors. He also highlights practical tools that support recovery — from peer groups and therapy to everyday practices like mindfulness and routine. Whether you’re in recovery yourself, supporting a loved one, or seeking to better understand the process, this conversation is a reminder that rec...
2025-09-0306 min
Logan's VoiceThe Next Wave: Emerging Threats Beyond FentanylA new wave of deadly substances is already here, making today’s drug supply more dangerous and unpredictable than ever before.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, I break down these emerging threats, explain why naloxone sometimes isn’t enough, and share what families, teens, and communities need to know right now to protect themselves.My son Logan’s story is the reason I speak out. He never stood a chance against a poisoned supply, and no one should have to suffer the same fate.⚠️ Key Takeaways:The devastating impact of today's poisoned drug supply.Why no street drug is ever...
2025-08-3010 min
Logan's VoiceThe Ripple Effect: How Small Acts Create WavesHave you ever wondered if one small action could truly make a difference? In this episode of Logan’s Voice – a podcast, Doug Ballinger, Logan’s Dad, explores the power of the ripple effect—how even the smallest acts of kindness, courage, and compassion can grow into waves that transform lives and communities.Through personal stories, global examples, and lessons from his own journey of grief and advocacy, Doug shows how hope isn’t just an emotion—it’s a force. And when you choose to act, even in the smallest way, your ripple can inspire a wave of change...
2025-08-2806 min
Logan's VoiceThe Power of Acceptance and ForgivenessAcceptance and forgiveness are two of the hardest steps we face after losing someone to the poisoned drug supply. But they are also two of the most freeing.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, I share why acceptance is not approval, why forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves, and how setting boundaries protects our healing. Through stories from my own journey, practical exercises, and reflections from other grieving families, we explore how to release the chains of guilt and resentment so we can carry love forward with purpose.Acceptance doesn’t erase the pain...
2025-08-2713 min
Logan's VoiceFrom Guilt to Grace: Carrying Love ForwardGuilt is one of the heaviest burdens we carry after losing someone we love to the poisoned drug supply. The “what ifs” never seem to end. What if I had done more? What if I had made a different decision?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, I open up about the lies guilt tells us, the toll it takes on parents, siblings, and families, and how we can begin to release its grip. I share the story of a mother who lost her daughter just a month ago, and how her son, the girl’s brother, is wrest...
2025-08-2713 min
Logan's VoiceThrough a Child’s Eyes: The Forgotten Victims of the Overdose EpidemicWhat happens when a child, just 7, 8, or 9 years old, suddenly loses their mom or dad to overdose? While adults whisper about stigma, addiction, and fentanyl, the child only sees the absence of their protector, their best friend, their world.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger—Logan’s Dad—explores the overlooked grief of children left behind in the overdose crisis. He shares what loss looks like through a child’s eyes, how their grief shows up in hidden ways, and why creating safe, stigma-free spaces for them to ask questions and hear the truth matters so...
2025-08-1913 min
Logan's VoiceA Message to the Chain That Killed My SonIn this episode, I speak directly to the chain of people and systems that delivered the poisoned dose that killed my son, Logan.This is not just a story of grief, it's a confrontation.With the greed.With the silence.With the war that is claiming a generation, one poisoned dose at a time.I talk about Logan—who he was, what he was promised, and what was stolen.I talk about the chain of profit that stretches from street corners to cartels to lawmakers who still don’t want to say...
2025-08-1717 min
Logan's VoiceWhen the War Landed on My DoorstepWhen fentanyl poisoning took my son Logan, the war on drugs stopped being a headline, and became personal. This podcast is one way I am fighting back. Logan’s Voice is a raw, unflinching look at what happens when a family is shattered by fentanyl, and what comes next. Through personal storytelling, advocacy, and hard truth-telling, I speak directly to parents, educators, lawmakers, and anyone who thinks “it won’t happen to me.” If you’ve lost someone, if you’re trying to save someone, or if you’re just beginning to understand how deep this...
2025-08-1612 min
Logan's VoiceGrief, Joy, and Gratitude Can CoexistIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger – Logan’s dad – explores the surprising truth that grief and joy aren’t opposites. They can live side-by-side, shaping how we see the world after loss. Drawing from personal moments, Doug shares how gratitude can grow even in the hardest seasons and why choosing to notice joy is not a betrayal of the person you miss, but an honor to their memory.We’ll talk about:How grief changes but never disappearsSmall daily practices that invite joy into your lifeWhy gratitude is...
2025-08-1214 min
Logan's VoiceStigma Is Deadly: How Silence and Shame Cost LivesStigma doesn’t just hurt feelings — it kills.In this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger — Logan’s dad — exposes how shame, judgment, and silence keep people from seeking help, block lifesaving policies, and isolate families who are already hurting. Through real-life stories, everyday examples, and practical solutions, Doug shows how stigma fuels the overdose crisis — and what each of us can do to break it.Because when we replace silence with conversation, and shame with compassion, we save lives.#LogansVoice #FentanylAwareness #EndTheStigma #HopeMovementCoalition
2025-08-0916 min
Logan's VoiceA Brotherhood of Broken Hearts: Why Dads Need Each OtherIn this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, host Doug Ballinger — a grieving father and founder of DADDS - Dads Against Deadly Drug Supply — opens up about the often-unspoken grief fathers carry after losing a child to overdose or fentanyl poisoning. Doug explores why so many dads remain silent, how stigma and masculinity keep them from seeking support, and why it’s time to break that silence together.Doug also introduces the DADDS movement — a private Facebook group created to give grieving and struggling fathers a place to connect, be seen, and rise with purpose. Whether you've lost a chi...
2025-08-0712 min
Logan's Voice“Healing Happens in Circles, Not Silos.”Grief can isolate us. Stigma can silence us. But healing? Healing happens in community.In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Doug shares how finding connection with others who understand the pain of losing a loved one to overdose or fentanyl poisoning became the key to surviving and eventually, finding purpose.You’ll hear about the impact of Hope Movement Coalition’s monthly in-person meetings in Central and Northwest Arkansas, as well as their weekly Zoom support group for grieving families across the country. Whether you're deep in grief or just beginning to find your voice, this...
2025-08-0318 min
Logan's VoiceThe Pressure Is Real: Peer Pressure, Pills, and the Fight to Fit InPeer pressure in high school isn’t always loud, it’s often subtle, quiet, and deadly. In this episode, we explore what peer pressure really looks like today, why it’s so hard to say no, and how teens can protect themselves in a world where one pill can take everything.Whether you’re a student navigating it or a parent trying to guide from the sidelines, this conversation could save a life.🎧 Listen now and start the conversation that matters.🕊️ For Logan. For the ones still here. For the ones we’ve lost.👉 http://logans
2025-07-3021 min
Logan's VoiceStart the Conversation: Keeping Pre-Teens Safe in a Dangerous WorldToday’s drug supply is poisoned—and it’s reaching kids younger than ever.One pill. One hit. One wrong moment... can change everything.This episode of Logan’s Voice is for parents, caregivers, teachers—anyone who loves a child between 9 and 13 years old.🔹 Learn how to talk to your pre-teen about fentanyl, fake pills, and online danger🔹 Get real-world tools to prepare them for peer pressure🔹 Create a safe, judgment-free space where they can always come to youYou don’t need to be perfect.You just need to be present....
2025-07-2921 min
Logan's VoiceWhispers of the Heart: What the Stillness Wants to Tell YouWhispers of the Heart: What the Stillness Wants to Tell YouIn a world that demands constant noise and motion, what happens when we finally sit in the silence? In this deeply reflective episode, Doug explores how stillness can become a sacred space for healing, connection, and rediscovery—especially after the loss of a loved one.You'll hear personal insights about learning to trust your inner voice again and how grief can guide us toward a deeper sense of alignment. Includes a calming guided practice with an affirmation and journaling prompt.🪽 Listen with your...
2025-07-2814 min
Logan's VoiceThe Lie of ‘Later’: Why Now Is All We’ve GotWe always think there will be more time — more chances to fix it, to say it, to ask for help. But “later” is a dangerous lie, and in today’s world, waiting can cost everything.In this powerful episode, Doug shares why acting now — not someday — is often the difference between life and loss. Through personal reflection, hard truths, and an urgent call to action, this episode is for anyone who's been putting off the conversation, the check-in, the healing.Because now is all we’ve got.💻 visit: logansvoice.com📲 Crisis & Overdose Support:— Call/text...
2025-07-2313 min
Logan's VoiceTalking About Addiction with Kids: Honest Conversations That HealHow do you explain addiction to a child? What do you say when they ask, “Was it their fault?” or “Will it happen to me too?”In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug opens up about one of the hardest—and most important—conversations we can have: talking to kids about addiction, overdose, and the loss of someone they love. With honesty, compassion, and age-appropriate guidance, this episode offers tools to help parents, grandparents, and caregivers speak truth with love—and break the silence that causes so much harm.💬 Age-appropriate language for kids and teens💬 What to...
2025-07-2218 min
Logan's VoiceYou Are Not a Burden—You’re a Blessing (And Stronger Than You Think)In today’s episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug speaks directly to the ones who feel like they’re too much—or not enough. If you’ve ever felt like a burden, this is your reminder that you are not. You are a blessing. You are stronger than you think. And the world still needs what only you can give.This heartfelt episode offers encouragement, truth, and hope to anyone struggling through grief, mental health, or the heaviness of just surviving. If all you can do today is breathe and stay—that is enough.💙 You matter.💙 Yo...
2025-07-2115 min
Logan's VoiceNaloxone 101: How to Recognize, Respond, and Reverse an OverdoseIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about naloxone (Narcan)—the life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose in seconds. Whether you’re a parent, teen, teacher, or just someone who cares, this episode is for you.We’ll cover:✔️ What naloxone is and how it works✔️ When and how to use it—step-by-step✔️ What to expect during and after administering it✔️ Why everyone, including teens, should carry it✔️ Real-life advice for staying safe at parties and in everyday situationsThis is not about fear—it’s abou...
2025-07-1718 min
Logan's VoiceSmart Moves for Teens: How to Say No and Still Walk TallIn a world where one bad decision can be deadly, knowing how to say “no” might just save your life. In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug speaks directly to teens about real-life situations they face—like being offered pills at a party, getting DMs from sketchy accounts, or feeling pressure from friends to just “try it once.”This isn’t a lecture. It’s a real talk from someone who’s been through the worst and wants you to stay alive.You’ll learn how to:✔ Spot dangerous moments before they spiral✔ Use real-life scripts to...
2025-07-1622 min
Logan's VoiceThis Is Not the End: For Every Teen Struggling in SilenceThis Is Not the End: For Every Teen Struggling in SilenceIf you're a teenager carrying pain you can't explain, pressure you can't escape, or silence that feels louder than words—this episode is for you. Doug shares a heartfelt message of hope, resilience, and truth: asking for help is not weakness—it’s power.This is not the end of your story.You are seen. You are loved. And you are not alone.🌐 Visit logansvoice.com#MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #LogansVoice #FentanylAwareness #ThisIsNotTheEnd #TeenMentalHealth
2025-07-1517 min
Logan's VoiceWhat Every Teen Needs to Know About Today’s Drug CrisisThis one is for the teensFake pills. Peer pressure. Online dealers. One bad choice can change everything.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug—Logan’s dad—speaks directly to high school students about the real dangers hiding in today’s drug supply. You’ll learn how fentanyl is showing up in fake Xanax, Percs, and Adderall, why online predators are targeting teens, and how to find a safe adult to talk to when things get hard.No shame. No judgment. Just truth, survival, and hope.Because your life matters. And...
2025-07-1022 min
Logan's VoiceDo It Anyway: Why Waiting to Heal Might Be Holding You BackIf you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start living again once I feel better,” this episode is for you.In this raw and honest reflection, Doug Ballinger—grieving father and host of Logan’s Voice—explores how grief, trauma, and stigma can keep us frozen in place… and why healing doesn’t always come before the living begins. Sometimes, it’s the living that starts the healing.Whether you’re deep in grief, supporting someone who is, or trying to reclaim your voice after loss—this episode will remind you:You don’t have to wait for perfect...
2025-07-0817 min
Logan's VoiceThe Next Poison Wave: Carfentanil, Xylazine, and the Illusion of SafetyThe Next PoisonWave: Carfentanil, Xylazine, and the Illusion of SafetyOverdose deaths may be down—but the drugs are gettingdeadlier. In this urgent episode of Logan’s Voice, we expose two of themost lethal substances now saturating the street supply: carfentanil andxylazine.Learn why naloxone may not be enough, how these drugs areshowing up undetected, and what the DEA says about the evolving crisis. This iswhat Logan didn’t know—and what might save someone you love.Stay informed. Share widely. Speak out.Because silence won’t save lives. But your voice might....
2025-07-0427 min
Logan's VoiceMental Health Awareness – with Ari SerapIn this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug sits down with Ari Serap—ADHD coach, father, and mental health advocate. Diagnosed with ADHD at age 4 and bipolar disorder at 9, Ari shares his deeply personal story of growing up medicated, navigating trauma, and eventually finding his own path to mental clarity. They also explore grief, healing, and how Ari’s brother’s death from heroin poisoning continues to shape his life today.Whether you're living with ADHD, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand how childhood mental health impacts adult identity—this conversation offers hope, insight, and tools for...
2025-06-231h 04
Logan's VoiceThe Silent Epidemic: Why Good Kids Are Dying and Nobody’s Talking About It🎙️ The Silent Epidemic: Why Good Kids Are Dying and Nobody’s Talking About ItEvery day, we lose more sons, daughters, friends, and neighbors to an overdose crisis that’s being quietly buried under stigma and silence. In this episode, I open up about the realities behind the headlines — how fentanyl poisoning is stealing lives, why so few are talking about it, and what we can all do to turn the tide.💔 This isn’t just a public health issue — it’s personal.🔗 Visit https://logansvoice.com and get a copy of Logan’s Story, shop Logan’s Swag...
2025-06-2117 min
Logan's VoiceDecline Doesn’t Mean Defeat: Why the Opioid Crisis Isn’t Overhttps://logansvoice.comIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger breaks down the recent decline in overdose deaths across the U.S., what’s driving this progress, and why we can’t afford to let our guard down. From naloxone access to peer support, we highlight what’s working—and remind listeners that behind every statistic is a story.Logan’s story didn’t end with hope. But yours—or someone you love—still can.🕯️ Honor the lost.💪 Support the living.🎤 Be the voice.#LogansVoice #EndOverdose #FentanylAwareness #HarmReduction #RecoveryIsPoss
2025-06-1720 min
Logan's VoiceFather’s Day, Five Years Later: A Dad’s Grief and a Son’s LegacyThis Father’s Day marks five years since I last held my son, Logan. In this deeply personal episode, I open up about what Father’s Day feels like for a grieving dad—and how Logan’s voice continues to guide my purpose. This is a message for every parent carrying grief, every family touched by addiction, and everyone willing to listen and love a little louder.Logan’s life mattered. His story is still being told.🕯️ Read Logan’s Story on Amazon🎙️ Visit https://logansvoice.com💬 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it....
2025-06-1612 min
Logan's VoiceLiving Forward: Finding Life After Traumatic LossIn this deeply personal episode, Doug Ballinger—grieving father, author, and advocate—shares what it means to live forward after losing a loved one to substance use disorder, overdose, or fentanyl poisoning. Through raw honesty and quiet strength, Doug explores the realities of traumatic grief, the fear of forgetting, and the slow, painful journey toward purpose.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I keep going after this?”—this episode is for you.💛 This is not about “moving on.” It’s about carrying their memory into the life you continue to build.🎧 Subscribe to Logan’s Voice for mor...
2025-06-1022 min
Logan's VoiceThe Kids Aren’t Alright: Why Gen Z Is Drowning in PressureIn this powerful episode, Doug Ballinger — a grieving father turned fierce advocate — explores the hidden pressures suffocating Gen Z. From academic expectations and social media to silence around mental health, today’s teens are overwhelmed, anxious, and often turning to dangerous substances to cope. Doug shares pieces of Logan’s story to shine a light on how even the most loved kids can fall through the cracks — and what we, as parents, educators, and community members, can do to stop it.💬 “They don’t need us to fix everything. They need us to show up and see them.”For...
2025-06-0624 min
Logan's VoiceReclaiming Joy: Living Forward in the Shadow of LossAfter losing my son Logan to a poisoned drug supply, joy felt like something other people were allowed to have—but not me.Grief stripped everything down to survival. And for a long time, I thought smiling again would mean I was forgetting him. I thought laughter would feel like betrayal.But I’ve come to learn something deeper:Grief and joy can coexist.Healing doesn’t mean erasing.And joy is not a betrayal—it’s resistance.In this episode, I share what it really looked like for me to begin c...
2025-06-0418 min
Logan's VoiceChoose Love. Speak It. Live It. Be It.What does it really mean to love one another? And why does it matter now more than ever?In this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger—Logan’s dad—shares how grief, addiction, and healing have taught him that love is more than a feeling. It’s a practice. A purpose. A daily decision.Doug opens up about loving Logan through his struggles, loving him after his death, and what it means to show up for others with compassion in a world that often chooses judgment.This is a conversation for anyone car...
2025-06-0121 min
Logan's VoiceLogan’s Love Lives On: Finding Compassion in the AshesLogan’s Love Lives On: Finding Compassion in the AshesIn this deeply personal episode, Doug Ballinger shares how grief reshaped his understanding of love, compassion, and what it means to truly connect. After losing his son Logan to fentanyl poisoning, Doug’s world was shattered—but through that pain, he found a deeper purpose.This episode isn’t just about loss. It’s about how love evolves, how compassion deepens, and how understanding becomes a lifeline—for ourselves, for those we’ve lost, and for those still struggling.If you’re grieving, loving...
2025-05-2712 min
Logan's VoiceCarry Compassion. Carry Naloxone - The Real Story Behind the Drop in Overdose DeathsOverdose deaths are finally declining—but are fewer people actually overdosing? Or are we just getting better at saving them?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger takes you beyond the headlines to explore the critical role naloxone plays in keeping people alive—and why survival is just the beginning. From personal stories to street-level outreach, this episode dives into the truth about Substance Use Disorder, the power of harm reduction, and how each of us can help end the stigma.💊 Learn why everyone should carry naloxone🧠 Understand the difference between surviving and healing
2025-05-2519 min
Logan's VoiceThe Weight We Choose to Carry: A Conversation About StigmaSmashing Stigma - In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger, Logan's dad, dives deep into the roots of stigma — how it begins, why we hold onto it, and how it robs us of connection, compassion, and truth. From addiction to grief to mental health, stigma shows up everywhere... but what if we chose to lay it down?Doug shares personal reflections on living life as an open book, the emotional cost of judgment, and the healing power of loving one another — no matter what. This is a heartfelt call to drop the labels, stop t...
2025-05-2418 min
Logan's VoicePrescribed to Death: Arkansas, Opioids, and What Your Doctor Isn't Telling YouArkansas leads the nation in opioid prescriptions, but whathappens when those prescriptions come without warnings, without alternatives, and without Naloxone?In this eye-opening episode, I break down the reality behindthe pills being handed out in our state and across the country. We talk about the responsibility doctors have to protect patients, why every opioid prescription should come with Narcan, and what you can do to protect yourself and your family.We also explore real, non-opioid alternatives to painmanagement and the critical role of advocacy in saving lives.This isn’t just a conversation, it...
2025-05-2021 min
Logan's VoiceYour Recovery Speaks to Your PowerRecovery isn’t weakness, it’s power. In this episode of Logan’s Voice, we shine a light on the quiet strength, the daily battles, and the voices in recovery that are louder than addiction ever was.Whether you’re walking that path yourself, loving someone through it, or grieving someone lost too soon, this episode is a tribute to the courage it takes to heal.Your recovery matters. Your voice matters. And someone out there is still alive today because of stories like yours.📍Visit logansvoice.com to learn more about the book Logan’...
2025-05-1615 min
Logan's Voice5 Years Without Logan: Grief, Purpose and the Fight to Save LivesIt’s been five years since Logan’s life was stolen by fentanyl poisoning, and not a day has passed without feeling the weight of that loss. In this deeply personal episode, I open up about what these five years have looked like: the pain, the memories, the milestones missed, and the journey from heartbreak to purpose.I talk about the people who stand beside me, the power I find in community, and the fire that fuels my voice today. This episode is for every parent who’s grieving, every friend who wonders how to help...
2025-05-1520 min
Logan's VoiceBefore It's Too Late - How To Talk To Someone In RelapseBefore It’s Too Late: How to Talk to Someone in RelapseWhen someone you love slips back into active addiction, what do you say? How do you reach them without pushing them away? In this deeply personal episode, Doug Ballinger, grieving father, author, and advocate, shares hard-won lessons on how to talk to someone in active addiction after a relapse.From leading with love to holding boundaries, from offering hope to responding when they say no, or yes, this episode walks listeners through the real-life conversations that can change everything… or come too late...
2025-05-1326 min
Logan's VoiceIf I had Five Minutes With A LawmakerIf I Had Five Minutes with a Lawmaker…What would I say, if they finally looked us in the eye?In this deeply personal and urgent episode of Logan’s Voice, host Doug Ballinger, grieving father, author, and advocate, delivers a message straight from the heart of America’s overdose crisis. If he had just five minutes with a lawmaker, what would he say? What would they need to hear?This episode is not just a plea for change. It's a reckoning.Doug talks about:His son Logan, and th...
2025-05-1018 min
Logan's VoiceWhere Healing Begins: One Man’s Mission to Change Recovery in ArkansasWhere Healing Begins: One Man’s Mission to Change Recovery in ArkansasIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, I sit down with Christopher Dickie—a man in long-term recovery and the founder of Peak State Recovery, a brand-new treatment facility opening in Paron, Arkansas.Chris shares his powerful story of addiction, redemption, and the deep calling that led him to build a space where true healing can happen. We talk about what recovery really looks like, the urgent need for compassionate treatment, and why rural settings like the one in Paron are so vital in this f...
2025-05-091h 16
Logan's VoiceJamie and Simone: First Responders to a Father’s GriefWhen I joined my very first Zoom grief support group after losing my son Logan, two women were there waiting—Jamie and Simone. I didn’t know it then, but they would become lifelines. They held space for my pain when I could barely speak it, and over the last five years, they’ve remained cherished friends and fierce advocates for grieving parents everywhere.In this episode, we talk about those early days, what it means to show up for the grieving, and why no two grief journeys look the same. There’s no timeline, no “getting over it.”...
2025-05-071h 02
Logan's VoiceTo the Mothers: You Are Seen, You Are LovedMother’s Day isn’t easy for everyone—especially for the mothers whose child is no longer here. In this heartfelt episode, grieving father Doug Ballinger shares a message of love, respect, and solidarity for the moms who carry both love and loss into this difficult day.From his seat as Logan’s dad, Doug reflects on the strength of grieving mothers he’s met through Hope Movement Coalition support meetings, Bridge the Gap events,and Black Balloon Day in Northwest Arkansas. He offers a father’s perspective, a gentle act of remembrance, and a reminder: you are not alon...
2025-05-0614 min
Logan's VoiceTriggered by Love: When Grief Shows Up UninvitedGrief doesn’t knock. It just shows up—sometimes in the grocery store, sometimes in the middle of a conversation, and sometimes when you least expect it. In this heartfelt episode, host Doug Ballinger, Logan’s dad, explores theunpredictable nature of grief triggers—what they are, how they sneak up, and how to survive them when they do. From a tearful moment in the produce aisle to an emotional encounter at a recent event, Doug shares his own stories andcoping strategies to help you feel seen, heard, and supported.Whether you’re deep in the storm or j...
2025-05-0520 min
Logan's VoiceDads Grieve Too: Breaking the Silence Around Fathers and LossWhen a child dies, the world looks to the mother, and toooften, forgets the father. In this deeply personal episode, Doug Ballinger, grieving father and author of Logan’s Story, shares what it means to carry unimaginable loss as a man in a world that expects strength over sorrow, silence over tears.Doug explores why fathers often grieve quietly, theemotional toll that takes, and how men can begin to find healing, purpose, and their voice, without shame. This is a call to every dad in the shadows: your grief is real, your story matters, and you are no...
2025-05-0424 min
Logan's VoiceThe Pill That Poisoned a Nation_ How Greed Fueled the Overdose CrisisIt didn’t start on the streets. It started in the boardrooms.In this episode, Doug Ballinger — grieving father and author of Logan’s Story — exposes how pharmaceutical greed ignited one of the deadliest public health crises in American history.From the rise of OxyContin to the billion-dollar settlements that followed, we trace the trail of profit over people — and how Big Pharma, distributors, and even pharmacies pushed opioids into every corner of the country. This wasn’t a medical breakthrough. It was a business model. And it came with a body count.Doug also shares...
2025-05-0320 min
Logan's VoiceJust Say Their NameJUST SAY THEIR NAMEAfter losing a child to fentanyl poisoning or substance use disorder, many parents experience something they never expected — silence.Not just the silence of grief, but the silence of friends who disappear, avoid, or simply don’t know what to say.In this deeply personal episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger, Logan’s dad, shares what grieving parents really need:Not answers.Not advice.Just presence.Just love.Just the courage to say their name.You’ll hear about the pain of being ghosted, t...
2025-05-0217 min
Logan's VoicePoison, Not Choice - The Deadly Lies Killing Our KidsThey told us addiction was a choice.They told us fentanyl deaths were overdoses.They told us our kids should have known better.They lied.In this raw and urgent episode of Logan’s Voice, grieving father Doug Ballinger sets the record straight.His son, Logan, didn’t choose to die, he was poisoned by a counterfeit dose laced with fentanyl.This episode exposes the dangerous myths that are killing thousands of people every week:The false belief that addiction is a moral failureThe myth that...
2025-05-0116 min
Logan's VoiceThe Wounds We Don’t See: How Mental Health Fuels the Overdose CrisisWhat if fentanyl isn’t the root of the crisis — but just the final blow?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger, a grieving father turned advocate, explores how untreated trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional isolation fuel today’s overdose epidemic. This isn’t just about bad choices or dangerous pills — it’s about the pain people carry silently for years before reaching for relief.Doug breaks down why we must stop criminalizing addiction and start investing in mental wellness — before it’s too late.Because if we want fewer funerals, we need to treat the wound...
2025-04-3015 min
Logan's VoiceBlame, Guilt, and RegretBlame. Guilt. Regret.When we lose a child to fentanyl poisoning, these emotions don’t just knock on the door — they move in. They wrap around our grief like heavy chains, making it even harder to breathe, to heal, to survive.In today’s episode of Logan’s Voice, we dive into how blame, guilt, and regret impact the grieving process after traumatic loss.We explore why these emotions are so powerful, why they are normal — and why they don’t have to define the rest of your life.You are not alone in this....
2025-04-2914 min
Logan's VoiceThe Ripple EffectWhen a loved one dies from overdose or fentanyl poisoning, the pain doesn't stop with one person.It ripples outward, touching parents, siblings, grandparents, friends, coworkers, communities... and generations yet to come.🌐 Find links to this episode and others at LogansVoice.com.In this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug explores the invisible and lasting impact of losing someone to substance use disorder, and how even small acts of compassion can interrupt the cycle of grief and build new ripples of hope.💬 We talk about:The immediate and extended impact of overdose los...
2025-04-2817 min
Logan's VoiceHope for the Children Left BehindBehind many overdose losses, there are children left trying to make sense of grief, silence, and shattered family trees.In today’s episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug shares a message of hope, a reminder that while we can’t erase the pain, we can stand beside the ones left behind.Learn how showing up, offering steady support, and fighting stigma can change the course of a child’s life forever.🎧 Listen now — because hope is never wasted, especially when given to those who need it most.🌐 Find resources and learn more at Hope Mov...
2025-04-2710 min
Logan's VoiceVoices From The Other Side - Logan's Plea to The LivingSometimes, I believe Logan speaks to and through me. I believe he would be proud of the work we are doing together to raise awareness about the dangers of overdose and fentanyl poisoning. I know he didn't mean to die.logansvoice.com – podcast link, merch, and the book Logan's StoryListen on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, iHeartRadio, and YouTube PodcastThis was one of the hardest episodes I’ve ever recorded.As a father, there’s no easy way to imagine the words your child might say if they had one more chance to speak...
2025-04-2614 min
Logan's VoiceThe Cost of Silence - A Father's PleaHow many more children have to die before we start listening?In this powerful episode of Logan’s Voice, grieving father Doug Ballinger delivers a raw and urgent message to parents, educators, and leaders: don’t let silence cost your child’s life.From the dangers of counterfeit pills to the rising threat of fentanyl and xylazine, Doug breaks down how stigma, denial, and silence continue to fuel a deadly epidemic. This is a call to action for every person who loves someone and thinks, “It won’t happen to us.”🛑 It’s not about bad cho...
2025-04-2515 min
Logan's VoiceFrom Snap to Trap - The Poison Pipeline Killing Our Kids🔴 PARENTS: PAY ATTENTION.What if the drug dealer targeting your child isn’t standing on a street corner… but sitting behind a screen?In this urgent episode, Doug Ballinger, a grieving father turned advocate, exposes the deadly connection between social media platforms, global drug cartels, and the mental health crisis driving today’s youth to seek escape. From Snapchat deals to xylazine-laced heroin, this is not the drug crisis of the past. It’s faster, smarter, and far more lethal.💊 = pills | 🅿️ = Percocet | 🔌 = plug (dealer) | 💀 = fentanyl | 🐉 = heroin | 💎 = meth"Your child could be just one click away from poison.We break dow...
2025-04-2416 min
Logan's VoiceTurning the Tide: Fighting the Drug Crisis Starts With Mental WellnessIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, we talk about something that cuts deeper than addiction itself — the mental wellness crisis fueling it. Our kids aren’t just trying to get high… they’re trying to quiet the storm in their minds.Doug, a grieving father turned advocate, shares how emotional pain, untreated trauma, and a lack of mental health support can lead down dangerous roads. This conversation isn’t about blame — it’s about understanding, compassion, and changing the way we respond as a society.Let’s talk about prevention. Let’s talk about healing. And let’s m...
2025-04-2324 min
Logan's VoiceInvisible Pain Deserves Visible CareWe don’t question casts, crutches, or bandages. But when itcomes to mental health, addiction, or grief, the pain often goes unseen—andworse, untreated. In this episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug explores thedangerous double standard between physical and emotional pain, and why it’stime we start treating invisible wounds with the same compassion and urgency.Because silence doesn’t heal. But understanding might.🎧 Listen. Reflect. Share.Visit logansvoice.comfor the book, the podcast archive, and the Logan’s Swag store to help spreadawareness and fight stigma.#LogansVoice #MentalHealthMatters #GriefAwareness#FentanylCrisis #EndTheStigma #H...
2025-04-2215 min
Logan's VoiceHealing In Motion - Finding Peace in the EverydayGrief can be loud—but sometimes, the healing comes in quiet motion. Inthis episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug reflects on the simple routines thathelped him find peace after the loss of his son Logan. From morning coffee towalks in the woods with Max, he shares how everyday moments became sacredground for healing. This is a gentle reminder that love still lives in thelittle things—and so does hope.🌿 Listen now and visit logansvoice.com to connect, share, and explore Logan Swag.#LogansVoice #GriefHealing #HealingInMotion #GriefJourney #DailyRituals#MaxTheDog #WalkingThroughGrief #LoveLivesOn #OneDayAtATime #FentanylAwareness#PodcastForHealing #GriefSupport #HopeAfterLoss #WearTheMe...
2025-04-2112 min
Logan's VoiceEmpty Chairs in the Springtime: Grieving Through Easter and Memorial DaySpotify Episode DescriptionIn this deeply personal episode of Logan’s Voice, Doug Ballinger, Logan’s dad, opens up about the hidden weight of spring holidays like Easter and Memorial Day for those grieving a traumatic loss.When the world is celebrating rebirth, family gatherings, and remembrance, many are quietly navigating the pain of an empty chair, an untouched Easter basket, or ashes resting in a cabinet instead of a gravesite.Doug reflects on what it means to survive these holidays while carrying the memory of a son lost to fentanyl poisoning. He shar...
2025-04-2015 min
Logan's VoiceHarm Reduction - Compassion Over CondemnationIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, Doug Ballinger, Logan’s dad, unpacks the truth about harm reduction: what it is, what it isn’t, and why it saves lives.Through Logan’s story and real-world examples, we explore the tools that keep people alive, from Narcan and fentanyl test strips to syringe exchange programs and community outreach. Doug shares how Logan was revived with Narcan three times in 2019, including once on his birthday, giving them time to have the conversations that mattered.Harm reduction isn’t enabling. It’s compassion in action.It’s love witho...
2025-04-1922 min
Logan's VoiceWhen the Unthinkable Happens Twice: LaChandra’s Journey Through Grief and Grace🎙️ When the Unthinkable Happens Twice: LaChandra’s Journey Through Grief and GraceWhat happens when a mother loses not one, but two children to fentanyl poisoning — just four months apart?In this gripping and emotional episode, LaChandra Moore shares her unimaginable story. But she also shares her strength. Together, we explore the cultural silence surrounding addiction and grief in the African American community, and how stigma can keep families from seeking help, or getting justice.LaChandra is now a fierce advocate for awareness and reform. Through her platform 1MoreKiss.com and her work with Drea...
2025-04-1848 min
Logan's VoiceDads Grieve Too: Breaking the Silence Around Traumatic LossWhat does grief look like when you’re a father, when the world expects you to be the strong one, but your heart has been shattered by loss?In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Doug shares his journey after the death of his son Logan, who was poisoned by a single dose laced with fentanyl, cocaine, and xylazine. This isn’t just a story about grief, it’s about traumatic grief, the kind that comes without warning and leaves lasting scars.Doug opens up about the silence many fathers face, the stigma that surrounds overdo...
2025-04-1721 min
Logan's VoiceDeath by Delivery: The New Drug War of Xylazine, Carfentanil, and the Silent Killers Poisoning a GenerationSo I will shout it, loud and clear,for every parent crushed by fear,for every soul who bears the sting:There’s poison hiding in everything.This episode of Logan’s Voice pulls back the curtain on the growing threat of xylazine, carfentanil, and other emerging poisons that are flooding the illicit drug market. Host Doug Ballinger, Logan’s dad , shares how xylazine was found in his son’s toxicology report, yet never listed in the official cause of death. Why? And how many more deaths are we failing to count?We dig i...
2025-04-1633 min
Logan's VoiceHijacked: How Opioids Rewire the Brain🎧 Episode Title: Hijacked — How Opioids Rewire the BrainOpioids don’t just block pain — they rewire the brain. In this episode of Logan’s Voice, I’m breaking down what actually happens in the brain when someone uses opioids, how addiction develops, and why recovery is so much more than a question of willpower.This isn’t just science — it’s personal. My son Logan died from fentanyl poisoning in 2020. I believe if he were still here, he’d want the truth to be told. He’d say, “Dad, help get the word out.” So that’s what I’m doing.
2025-04-1520 min
Logan's VoiceGrief Changed Me, From The Inside OutGrief doesn’t just hurt—it transforms. In this deeply personal episode, I talk about how losing my son Logan changed me in ways I never expected.Grief stripped me down. But in that rawness, something powerful started to grow: compassion. For others. For myself. And for the broken parts of this world that I never really noticed before.I share how that compassion led me to advocacy—and how telling Logan’s story became the path toward finding purpose, connection, and a voice I didn’t know I still had.This episo...
2025-04-1417 min
Logan's VoiceLiving in the After DeathIn this deeply personal episode, I open up about what it means to keep living after the death of my son, Logan.Grief this heavy doesn’t fade, it reshapes you. I talk about what it’s like to exist in the space I call the “after death,” how to move forward without moving on, and ways to protect your mental and emotional well-being as you begin the long, messy process of healing.This episode is about honesty, resilience, and giving yourself permission to feel joy again, even when it hurts.If you’ve lost so...
2025-04-1330 min
Logan's VoiceFrom Shattered to Speaking Out – A Father’s JourneyWhen I lost my son Logan to fentanyl poisoning, my world shattered. In this deeply personal episode, I share what it felt like in the moment everything changed—and how I’ve slowly found a path forward through grief, purpose, and advocacy. This isn’t a roadmap. It’s my truth. I open up about what it's like to grieve as a father, how men often process pain differently, and how turning my sorrow into service has helped me stay connected to Logan.I also share exciting news—our book, Logan’s Story, is set to be publis...
2025-04-1129 min
Logan's VoiceNarcan: A Life Saving Moment, Not A CureIn this episode of Logan’s Voice, we break down what Narcan is,how to use it, where to get it, and why it matters.You'll learn how to recognize an overdose, what happens when someone isrevived, and the truth about harm reduction.Logan was revived with Narcan several times in 2019 — and his storyreminds us that Narcan gives us a second chance, not a solution.You can find links to the other resources I talk about in this episode in the comment section. If this episode moves you, please shar...
2025-04-1045 min
Logan's VoiceLaced, Lethal, and Everywhere - The Truth About Street Drugs TodayIn this powerful and eye-opening episode, host Doug Ballinger pulls back the curtain on the deadly truth about today’s street drugs — and how fentanyl is being hidden in everything from fake pills to vape pens.This isn’t the drug landscape we grew up with. It’s a new battlefield, and our kids are the targets. Learn how fentanyl is creeping into everyday substances, how dealers use social media to sell poison, and what they don’t want you to know.With personal reflections, hard facts, and real-life heartbreak, this episode is a must-lis...
2025-04-0930 min
Logan's VoiceLuca Shares His StoryIn this powerful first guest episode, Luca joins me to share his deeply personal journey through addiction, recovery, and unimaginable loss. Luca isn’t just in recovery himself — he also carries the grief of losing his brother to fentanyl poisoning.His story is raw and real. His insight is hard-earned. And his commitment to truth-telling is unwavering.Together, we talk about the grip of addiction, the realities of street drugs like fentanyl, and the healing that comes from community, purpose, and honesty. Luca lives what he espouses, and I’m honored to have him as...
2025-04-0832 min
Logan's VoiceConversations That Could Save A LifeHow do you talk to your child, your partner, or your best friend about drugs? About fentanyl? About mental health and the pressure they’re silently carrying?In this episode of Logan’s Voice, I open up about one of the hardest truths I’ve had to live with: I didn’t get to save my son, Logan — because we didn’t always have the conversations we should have had.Now, I’m here to help you have yours.We’ll explore:Why these conversations feel so hard (and why we avoid the...
2025-04-0729 min
Logan's VoiceWhat is Fentanyl, Really?In this eye-opening and deeply personal episode of Logan’s Voice, we break down what fentanyl is, how it’s showing up in fake pills and street drugs, and why it’s become the deadliest threat facing young people today.You’ll learn:What fentanyl looks like (and why it’s often unrecognizable)How it’s disguised as everyday medications like Xanax, Adderall, and PercocetCommon street names and slang termsWhat an overdose actually looks like — and how to respondWhy Narcan is a must-have for every househol...
2025-04-0632 min
Logan's VoiceHow Did This Happen? - The Unseen Path to FentanylHow does it happen?How does a bright, kind, creative kid end up lost in addiction? How does one pill — just one — steal an entire future?In this raw and deeply personal episode, I walk you through Logan’s story — from his childhood ADHD diagnosis and early medication, to the influence of peers, the illusion of control, and the moment fentanyl entered the picture. This isn’t a cautionary tale — it’s a wake-up call.We talk about what we didn’t see, what we wish we had known, and what every parent, teacher, and car...
2025-04-0525 min
Logan's VoiceThe Weight of StigmaIn this deeply personal episode of Logan’s Voice, we confront one of the most painful barriers in the fight against addiction: stigma. I share how stigma shaped my son Logan’s journey—how it silenced him, shamed him, and ultimately stood in the way of the help he needed.We’ll explore how society's judgment, misconceptions, and labels can isolate those struggling with substance use disorder and mental health challenges, making them feel less than human. And we’ll talk about why ending stigma isn’t just important—it’s life-saving.Whether you’ve battled a...
2025-04-0435 minLogan's VoiceBreaking the SilenceLogan’s Voice is a raw and deeply personal podcast about the human toll of America’s fentanyl and illicit drug crisis.Created by a grieving father in honor of his son, Logan — a vibrant, funny, and deeply loved young man lost to fentanyl poisoning — this podcast is a space for truth, healing, and connection. Each episode explores the real stories behind the headlines: the lives lost, the families left behind, and the deep emotional wreckage that follows.This isn’t about statistics — it’s about people.Through solo reflections and future intervi...
2025-04-0315 min
Logan's VoicePoison, Not Choice: The Deadly Lies Killing Our KidsPoison, Not Choice: The Deadly Lies Killing Our KidsWhen I lost my son Logan to fentanyl poisoning, the world wanted to explain it away:"He chose to use.""He made bad decisions."But they were wrong.Addiction is not a choice.Fentanyl deaths are not overdoses.They are poisonings, carried out by deception, fueled by greed, and delivered by death dealers who know exactly what they’re doing.In this episode of Logan’s Voice, we rip apart the deadly myths that keep killing our kids:➤ The lie th...
2025-04-0116 min