90: Stacey Putka on upbringing, Miss Colorado, and helping others

People are the Answer

In this episode, Stacey and Jeff discuss her upbringing, a brief consideration of journalism, her time as Miss Colorado, and dedicating herself to helping people.

Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/-FRzTgKLvEA

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Host: Jeffrey M. Zucker

Producer: Kait Grey

Editor: Nick Case

Recording date: 4/4/24

Stacey:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-putka/

https://www.instagram.com/stacey_c_putka/

Breakthrough:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/timetobreakthrough/

https://timetobreakthrough.org/

https://www.facebook.com/TimeToBreakthrough/

https://www.instagram.com/time2breakthrough/

https://www.youtube.com/c/TimetoBreakthrough?sub_confirmation=1

Bio:

Stacey believes fiercely in challenging perceptions and in the power of transformation. Growing up in an entrepreneurial household, with a father who took full advantage of his second chance in life after recovering from addiction, Stacey has always been inspired to facilitate transformation in the lives of others. Stacey received a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Colorado State University and a master’s in social work from the University of Denver. Prior to joining the organization, Stacey provided mental health and substance abuse treatment to men on parole and probation.

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

7:58 - Education

14:51 - Early Career

29:18 - Breakthrough

37:40 - Continued Involvement

41:12 - When Work Affected Change

46:55 - Mentor

49:47 - Ask Jeff a Question

51:28 - Most Grateful

53:21 - Criminal Legal System

56:32 - Snap Your Fingers

59:08 - How to Support