Amy Goldberg & Caitlin Morrison: Matthew Perry, Fame & Addiction - Believe in People America

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Previously titled “Amy Goldberg & Caitlin Morrison: Believe in People America - Matthew Butler Meets the Matthew Perry Foundation” — renamed by the publisher on Aug 5, 2026

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In this powerful transatlantic collaboration of Believe in People: Addiction, Recovery & Stigma, host Amy Goldberg welcomes UK host Matt Butler into the guest seat, joined by special guest host Caitlin Morrison — sister of the late Matthew Perry and a driving force behind the Matthew Perry Foundation.Together, they explore the intersections of recovery, resilience and legacy through an intimate conversation about how storytelling dismantles stigma, how lived experience shapes advocacy, and why honesty continues to be one of the most transformative tools in the recovery movement.Matt reflects on his own journey — from working behind the scenes in addiction services to becoming the host of a nationally recognised podcast — and how the stories he’s heard have reshaped his understanding of compassion, trauma and hope. Caitlin offers moving insight into her brother Matthew’s mission to help people recover, and how his legacy continues through advocacy, education and lived-experience leadership.This episode is a testament to the universal nature of recovery and to the power of collaboration across borders, communities and personal histories.In this episode:A cross-Atlantic conversation on recovery and stigmaThe legacy of Matthew Perry and the mission of the Matthew Perry FoundationMatt Butler’s journey from frontline work to podcast hostHow storytelling challenges shame and transforms public understandingWhy lived experience is vital in reducing stigmaThe emotional realities of advocacy, grief and purposeReframing recovery as service, connection and compassionSearch terms: Matthew Perry Foundation, addiction recovery podcast UK, lived experience stories, stigma and recovery, storytelling and mental health, Amy Goldberg podcast, Caitlin Morrison interview.Learn more about the hosts and their work:Believe in People America by Amy Goldberg: Push Back Productions | InstagramCaitlin Morrison and the Matthew Perry Foundation: Click here to text our host, Matt, directly!🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Please take a moment to leave a review — it helps others find us. 🔗 Then share this episode with someone you know who could benefit from it. Browse the full archive at 👉 www.believeinpeoplepodcast.com This podcast is a toolkit for recovery & resilience. Whether you’re in recovery or seeking to understand addiction, there’s something here for everyone. If you want to change your direction, grow as a person, and live life to its full potential, Change Grow Live is here to help you. We’re here for you if you need help with challenges including drugs or alcohol, trouble with housing, domestic abuse, or your mental and physical wellbeing. Change Grow Live services are free and confidential. Click the link below to refer yourself to your local service. https://www.changegrowlive.org/local-support/find-a-service 📩 Podcast Contact: [email protected]🎵 Music: “Jonathan Tortoise” by Christopher Tait (Belle Ghoul / Electric Six) 🔗 Listen & Subscribe Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4Cr4wzZ6bxku1cRcoYKbGK Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/believe-in-people/id1617239923 ...

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