Gridiron to Guardian: Student Athlete Inspires Change at His Alma Mater

Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery

Mike Heuerman's football career at the University of Notre Dame took a heavy toll on his body. He needed surgery to repair the labrum in his hip and the torn muscles in his lower abdomen. But, as is often the case, the prescription opioids introduced him to addiction. Now Mike is five years sober (and counting), and spreading the hope of recovery to college students at his alma mater. Hear how else he's inspiring people in the full conversation with host William C. Moyers.