🎙️Facing Fentanyl: A Father’s Story of Loss, Love, and Advocacy with Tom Bender

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The 4Ps of You, host Trunnis Goggins II sits down with musician, entrepreneur, and father Tom Bender for a heartfelt conversation about grief, healing, and the devastating impact of fentanyl.

Tom courageously shares the story of his son Jeff—his vibrant personality, the struggles with addiction, and the tragic overdose that changed Tom’s life forever. Through raw honesty, Tom opens up about the complexities of parenting, the pain of loss, and the urgent need to raise awareness about the fentanyl crisis sweeping across communities.

Listeners will be moved by Tom’s vulnerability, inspired by his mission to help others through his podcast Heroes and Grief, and reminded of the power of compassion and connection in the face of unspeakable heartbreak.

🎧 Topics Covered:

• Jeff’s journey through addiction and recovery

• The dangerous reality of fentanyl-laced drugs

• Parenting through crisis and co-parenting challenges

• The emotional weight of grief and the healing power of support groups

• Tom’s ongoing advocacy for awareness and prevention

Whether you’re a parent, educator, counselor, or someone affected by the opioid crisis, this episode offers a message of hope, action, and community.

🔗 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform.

Connect with Tom: https://linktr.ee/heroesingrief