From the Las Vegas Tunnels to Purpose with Robert Banghart

In this week’s episode of Living Undeterred, Jeff Johnston sits down with recovery advocate and nonprofit leader Robert Banghart for a deeply honest conversation about addiction, homelessness, harm reduction, and the purpose that can come from lived experience.

Robert is a person in long-term recovery and serves as Vice President of Community and Governmental Affairs for Shine a Light Foundation, Director of Community Engagement for Crossroads of Southern Nevada, and Board President for Narcan at Night.

In this episode, Robert shares what recovery has given him, how mentors helped him see something in himself before he could, and why service has become such a powerful part of his life.

He also opens up about experiencing homelessness, living in the Las Vegas tunnel system, and now returning to those same places with a flashlight, a team, and a way forward for others.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Why recovery is personal
Robert reflects on how the recovery community gave him connection, purpose, and a life he once did not believe he deserved.

What life in the Las Vegas tunnels taught him
Robert shares the reality of homelessness, addiction, survival, and why the tunnels are more than a physical place.

How service became sacred ground
Jeff and Robert talk about outreach, harm reduction, community, and why staying connected can help save lives.

This conversation is a reminder that people are not disposable. Recovery is possible. Connection matters. And sometimes the most powerful purpose comes from going back to help someone else find their way out.
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