# A Mother’s Story: Losing a Son to Fentanyl

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Podcast: [Louisiana Unfiltered](https://stenobird.com/podcast/louisiana-unfiltered-6742503)
Published: 2026-09-03T05:00:04+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Jeana Richards. Jeanna’s son Garrett died in April 2024 from fentanyl poisoning. She describes his life, his struggle with addiction and the progress he was making before his death. Timestamps 01:39 Garrett’s Life Before Addiction 05:33 First Signs of Drug Use 16:09 Questions 21:43 The Pattern of Abandonment 24:19 Grief After Losing Garrett 29:11 One Pill Can Kill 34:36 A Family Forever Changed Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

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