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Radio Catskill - The Kingfisher Project

Bill Williams

In 2012, Bill Williams tragically lost his son, William, to a heroin overdose at age 24. At William’s memorial, Bill, alongside his wife Margot and daughter Elizabeth Hope, pledged to combat drug abuse by educating others, improving treatment, and reducing stigma. Since then, they've spoken at various forums and published in notable outlets, including the New York Times and Harvard Health Blog.

Bill also hosts a radio/podcast show The Kingfisher Project, as part of their ongoing commitment to honor William's memory.

© 2026 Bill Williams

In 2012, Bill Williams tragically lost his son, William, to a heroin overdose at age 24. At William’s memorial, Bill, alongside his wife Margot and daughter Elizabeth Hope, pledged to combat drug abuse by educating others, improving treatment, and reducing stigma. Since then, they've spoken at various forums and published in notable outlets, including the New York Times and Harvard Health Blog.

Bill also hosts a radio/podcast show The Kingfisher Project, as part of their ongoing commitment to honor William's memory.

© 2026 Bill Williams
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