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Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls I have your headlines and sound clips and my conversation with Dave starts at about 22 mins Dave Aronberg was elected State Attorney for the 15th Judicial Circuit in November 2012 and re-elected without opposition in 2016 and 2020. He is a former Assistant Attorney General, White House Fellow and Florida Senator. As State Attorney, Aronberg leads a team of 115 prosecutors and 180 professional staff in five offices throughout Palm Beach County. Aronberg's leadership has led to high state rankings in conviction rates for both felonies and misdemeanors, a decrease in the number of juveniles direct filed into adult court, and a greatly improved working relationship with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. In 2016, he created a Sober Homes Task Force that has made more than 120 arrests for patient brokering and insurance fraud in the rehab industry, and has led to several new Florida laws and regulations that have become the model for other states. Aronberg's efforts also convinced Google to restrict advertisements and improve screening for addiction treatment.  The crackdown in rogue sober homes and corrupted drug treatment contributed to a 14% decrease in opioid-caused deaths in Palm Beach County in 2021, compared to the previous year. Dave Aronberg was born in Miami. He attended public schools before going on to graduate with honors from Harvard College and Harvard Law School. After graduation, he worked in the litigation department of a large South Florida law firm while also working closely with Insurance Commissioner Bill Nelson to investigate European insurance companies that refused to honor World War II-era policies sold to victims of the Holocaust. In 2000, Aronberg was selected to be one of 15 White House Fellows from across the country. In this nonpartisan position, he served in two presidential administrations as a Special Assistant to the Secretary of the Treasury Department for international money laundering, including the laundering of terrorist assets. Dave Aronberg was elected to the State Senate in 2002 as its youngest member and served until 2010. Focusing on criminal justice and consumer protection issues, Aronberg passed major identity theft and port security legislation and served as the Chairman of the Military Affairs and Domestic Security Committee. He also served as Chair of the Everglades Restoration Committee, where he advocated for accelerating water storage projects and additional State and Federal support for Florida's “River of Grass.” In 2010, Aronberg returned to the Florida Attorney General's Office as a Special Prosecutor for Prescription Drug Trafficking. In his role as the Attorney General's “Drug Czar,” Aronberg led an anti-pill mill initiative that helped clean up the pain clinic industry and reduced the record number of people dying each day from oxycodone abuse.  His work to save lives from drug overdoses continues as a top priority to this day. Aronberg frequently appears on national television as a legal commentator. He has a passion to speak out on criminal justice issues, adding transparency to our legal system. Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art

We welcome back to our show, Dave Aronberg. The State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, AKA “the Florida Lawman”. Aronberg is a former member of the Florida Senate. He was elected in 2002 as the Senate's youngest member and served for eight years. In his role as the Florida Attorney General's “Drug Czar,” Aronberg led an anti-pill mill initiative that helped clean up the pain clinic industry and reduce the number of deaths from oxycodone abuse. Aronberg frequently appears on national television as a legal commentator. His passion is to speak out on criminal justice issues and that's exactly why he's here with us today. We will be breaking down the Supreme Court's immunity rulings. And so much more. Go to SIMPLISAFE.com/meaculpa to protect your home this summer with 20% off any new SimpliSafe system when you sign up for Fast Protect Monitoring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This summer, the Green Rush team is revisiting our extensive archives, curating a selection of over 300 past episodes. This collection will feature memorable moments, insightful interviews, and some of the team's favorite episodes, providing both new listeners and long-time fans an opportunity to explore or rediscover the best of Green Rush. Stay tuned for the upcoming launch of our new podcast in the fall, "Alternatively Speaking." This week our host Anne Donohoe is joined by the incomparable Betty Aldworth, Director of Communications and Marketing for MAPS. An activist and advocate since her first anti-nukes demonstration as a pre-teen, Betty has spent the last two decades as one of the leading voices around restorative justice and drug policy reform advocating for safety, justice and education within the cannabis and psychedelics industries. In this conversation Anne sat down with Betty to discuss why advocacy for marginalized groups is a core part of who she is, the important intersection of marketing and messaging that shapes these industries, what types of reform she would implement if she were Biden's Drug Czar and what's coming down the pipeline at MAPS. And as a special treat, this discussion included our first ever surprise call-in where a special guest phoned into our recording to ask Betty some additional questions about her work! So sit back and enjoy our conversation with Betty Aldworth, Director of Communications and Marketing at MAPS. Links and mentions in the show: https://maps.org/ https://psychedelicscience.org/  Links to the guest's company and social media accounts: Betty Aldworth's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettyaldworth/ Betty Aldworth's Website: https://bettyaldworth.com/ Betty Aldworth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettyaldworth/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther and Producer, Maria Petsanas. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing greenrush@kcsa.com. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/ 

Adam kicks off the week by putting out the call for all guys to step up, they exam male 'Childless cat ladies', and Dr.Drew tries to figure out the comeback of pragmatism. Plus, the hunt for the Drug Czar, and what really hit President Trump's ear? Leave us a voicemail: SpeakPipe.com/AdamandDrDrew OR Click the microphone at top of the homepage, AdamandDrDrew.com

We welcome back to our show, Dave Aronberg. The State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, AKA “the Florida Lawman”. Aronberg is a former member of the Florida Senate. He was elected in 2002 as the Senate's youngest member and served for eight years. In his role as the Florida Attorney General's “Drug Czar,” Aronberg led an anti-pill mill initiative that helped clean up the pain clinic industry and reduce the number of deaths from oxycodone abuse. Aronberg frequently appears on national television as a legal commentator. His passion is to speak out on criminal justice issues and that's exactly why he's here with us today. We will be breaking down the Supreme Court's immunity rulings. And so much more. Get TWENTY PERCENT OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER RIGHT NOW at TommyJohn.com/COHEN Save TWENTY PERCENT on Second Skin at TommyJohn.com/COHEN See the site for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Text Cannabis Man!In this episode of the Cannabis Man Podcast, we kick off with the News Joint Wrap, covering the latest cannabis news in Illinois. April saw a record number of cannabis items sold, and we preview an exciting cannabis event happening later this summer. Our strains of the week are the uplifting Lemon Daddy from High Supply and the relaxing Tyde Podz from Dogwalkers, with a special shoutout to Sunnyside dispensary in Wrigleyville for their exceptional service.Next, we dive into an engaging interview with Tom Jenkins, author of "The Next Run: A UC Berkeley Student's Rise to Major 60s Pot Smuggler." Tom takes us on a cinematic journey through his life, from his coming-of-age adventures to smuggling cannabis across the Mexico-California border. He hopes his story reconnects him with old acquaintances and even catches the eye of movie producers.In our news roundup, we discuss the implications of Illinois' record sales not translating into revenue, the significant drop in cannabis prices, and the unionization of cannabis workers in Maryland, Colorado, and Las Vegas. We also explore the potential impact of rescheduling cannabis on interstate commerce, as highlighted by the U.S. Drug Czar. Finally, we celebrate Japan's milestone in cannabis reform, opening the public comment period for their new bill.Don't miss this packed episode, and remember to rate, review, like, and subscribe to the Cannabis Man Podcast!Support the Show.Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram!Shop for great products Don thinks you might like at the Vouch Store!And if you're looking for cannabis products, check out 420 pipes and use the promo code: CANNABISMAN for 10 percent off your order! Blaze on!

Between the growing substance abuse and addiction epidemic, the explosion of fentanyl on the streets, and the move by half the country to legalize marijuana, there are a number of drug headlines in the news.   In this episode we speak with the US Drug Czar, Dr. Rahul Gupta, who runs the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. In our conversation, we discussed the administration proposal to reschedule marijuana as a Schedule III drug and what that means. Dr. Gupta provides insight into how new data and the shifting legal landscape led to the decision.  The interview also tackles the pressing issue of the overdose crisis, with a focus on the rise of fentanyl. Dr. Gupta compares Narcan to a fire extinguisher, and says every American should have a dose in their home.  He also shares his perspective on the federal government's strategy to combat this epidemic, including harm reduction efforts, law enforcement initiatives, and public health campaigns. This episode offers an in-depth look at the multifaceted approach needed to address one of the nation's most urgent public health challenges. — Mosheh Oinounou (@mosheh) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. He has 20 years of experience at networks including Fox News, Bloomberg Television and CBS News, where he was the executive producer of the CBS Evening News and launched the network's 24 hour news channel. He founded the @mosheh Instagram news account in 2020 and the Mo News podcast and newsletter in 2022. Follow Mo News on all platforms: Website: www.mo.news Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosheh/ Daily Newsletter: https://www.mo.news/newsletter Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@monews Twitter: https://twitter.com/mosheh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mosheh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshehNews Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/pO9xpLY9

We welcome to our show for the first time, Dave Aronberg, the State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, AKA “the Florida Lawman”. Aronberg is a former member of the Florida Senate. He was elected in 2002 as the Senate's youngest member and served for eight years. In his role as the Florida Attorney General's “Drug Czar,” Aronberg led an anti-pill mill initiative that helped clean up the pain clinic industry and reduce the number of deaths from oxycodone abuse. Aronberg frequently appears on national television as a legal commentator. His passion is to speak out on criminal justice issues and that's exactly why he's here with us today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric and Joe invited Art Kleinschmidt back to the program for his expert viewpoint. Art, who after his own recovery, was awarded several advanced degrees, established a clinical practice, and served as the deputy United States “drug czar”, assessed the current opioid crisis. He shares how overdoses under the previous administration were reduced, why the Covid lockdowns shattered that tenuous progress, and how the enabling policies of the current administration have seen deaths increase by nearly 40% and now results in more than 106,000 deaths a year.

The Story of STARCRUNCH RECORDS (Miami) with CHRIS LELUGASChris tells the story of Miami record label, Starcrunch Records. Starcrunch started up in the mid 1990's by Chris Lelugas and the late Mari Giordani. Chris takes us through the labels early beginings, origins of the name, memories of each release, the local scene of the era, Churchill's, plus his time owning Yesterday & Today Records, DJing at WVUM, and so much more! [Recorded: 02/22/24]☞ Follow Florida Sound Archive on Instagram! @floridasoundarchive☞ Please SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy the contentMusic:Los Canadians - Never Can (1996)Drug Czars - Cry Miami (1996)Related Episodes:The Story of Kreamy 'Lectric Santa (KLS) with Robert Price & Priya Ray - https://youtu.be/Fzo_by24Agc?si=i8LeIzWs3zo8iw6lThe Story of JEFF HODAPP (Roach Motel, Drug Czars, Trapped By Mormons, Morbid Opera, Dust Traps) - https://youtu.be/WFl1-3CzzLg?si=o6tOsgRuGbceHs7BThe Story of CHUCK LOOSE (The Crumbs, Drug Czar, The Heatseekers, Chickenhead, Iron Forge Press) - https://youtu.be/_Ieek4sSdkw?si=rAog5psFMvIbehYv

Calling in to the show atop the 8 o'clock hour this Wednesday morning is President Trump's former "Drug Czar," Jim Carroll -- who talks to John about the drug/fentanyl crisis at the border, as well as the policies that are exacerbating the problem.

This week the boys are back and we brought a full house with us. We have the Drug Czar and Joshua back for a second time. We cover a few things including the Texas boarder issue and our thoughts so far of the Kansas City 3 give it a listen and see what we get into. This pod is powered by BUMP Energy.Follow us on all social media at time for another or check out our website at timeforanother.comSend us an email at timeforanotherpodcast@gmail.com

Jonathan Miller interviews Jim Carroll, the former White House "Drug Czar" and current partner at Frost Brown Todd, about federal law enforcement views of hemp and cannabis, and the potential rescheduling of marijuana. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode: How does federal law enforcement view cannabis and its potential legalization?Are there more nuanced views toward hemp and CBD at the federal level?What is the status of the Biden Administration's potential efforts to reschedule cannabis at Schedule 3, and what would it mean?What would be an appropriate regulatory regime for cannabis under Schedule 3?How should the cannabis industry prepare for rescheduling?How would rescheduling impact hemp and hemp extracts?

The gangs all here tonight on this Saturday Special including Lady J, The First Lady Of The Podcast aka The Hamburgladon, The Ministress Of Kultur and even our Drug Czar. We dive into a few things give it a listen and find out. BUMP Energy powers this podcast.Follow us on all social media at Time For Another and check out our website at timeforanother.comSend us an email at timeforanotherpodcast@gmail.com

This week on the Saturday Special we had the who gang here including the first lady of the podcast, Lady J, the Mistress of Kultur and our very own Drug Czar tonight. Listen to see what we got into?Follow us on all social media at time for another podcast or send us an email at timeforanotherpodcast@gmail.com or check out our website timeforanother.com

Jim Carroll was Director of National Drug Control Policy under the Trump administration, and continues to battle addiction and overdose issues, especially those affecting children.

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --The man charged with the murder of a W.Va. State Trooper is due before a magistrate to face the murder charge this morning--The nation's Drug Czar is back in West Virginia today--A Charleston teen gets the maximum for the killing of another teen--In Sports, WVU J.J. Wetherholt is a finalist for a major national collegiate baseball award

John Hulick is the Palm Beach County Drug Czar. He was appointed by the Board of County Commissioners in 2018 following a year in which overdose deaths reached record numbers in Palm Beach County. On this episode of the podcast, John and I discuss the key elements of the county's Opioid Response Plan, and the complexities of providing services to this high-risk population. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Google Podcasts © Copyright 2022, Eric Bricker. Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker. 

Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets and culture.  This week our hosts Anne Donohoe and Nick Opich are joined by the incomparable Betty Aldworth, Director of Communications and Marketing for MAPS. An activist and advocate since her first anti-nukes demonstration as a pre-teen, Betty has spent the last two decades as one of the leading voices around restorative justice and drug policy reform advocating for safety, justice and education within the cannabis and psychedelics industries.  In this conversation Anne and Nick sat down with Betty to discuss why advocacy for marginalized groups is a core part of who she is, the important intersection of marketing and messaging that shapes these industries, what types of reform she would implement if she were Biden's Drug Czar and what's coming down the pipeline at MAPS.  The group also discussed the Psychedelic Science 2023 conference taking place this June in Denver, CO and what attendees can expect from the world's largest gathering of the psychedelics community. For those interested in attending, be sure to use our discount code KCSA15 to get an additional 15% discount on your ticket.  And as a special treat, this discussion included our first ever surprise call-in where a special guest phoned into our recording to ask Betty some additional questions about her work!     So sit back and enjoy our conversation with Betty Aldworth, Director of Communications and Marketing at MAPS.  Links and mentions in the show https://maps.org/ https://psychedelicscience.org/ Links to the guest's company and social media accounts Betty Aldworth's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettyaldworth/ Betty Aldworth's Website: https://bettyaldworth.com/ Betty Aldworth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettyaldworth/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe and Nick Opich of KCSA Strategic Communications.  Special thanks to our Program Director Shea Gunther. This episode of The GreenRush is brought to you by Heffernan Insurance Brokers You can learn more about how KCSA Cannabis can help your cannabiz by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing greenrush@kcsa.com. You can also connect with us via our social channels: Twitter: @The_GreenRush  Instagram: @thegreenrush_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegreenrushpodcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGreenRushPodcast/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuEQkvdjpUnPyhF59wxseqw?disable_polymer=true

S.K. Bain is the former art director of the Weekly Standard magazine, where he worked with William Kristol, Fred Barnes, David Brooks, Tucker Carlson and others for over five years. During part of that time, the Project for the New American Century shared offices with the publication, and next door was the Philanthropy Roundtable, where Bain also art directed for Philanthropy magazine. The Roundtable at that point was under the leadership of John P. Walters, who went on to become President George W. Bush's Drug Czar. In the mid-nineties, Bain was art director for the Oxford American magazine when it was published by John Grisham and located in Oxford, MS. In 2009, Bain helped author portions of U.S. Public Law 111-11.To listen to all our XZBN shows, with our compliments go to: www.spreaker.com/user/xzoneradiotv.The current edition of The 'X' Chronicles Newspaper is available at www.xchronicles.net.This episode of The ‘X' Zone with Rob McConnell is brought to you by BEAUTIFUL MIND COFFEE - For the coffee that your brain will love, visit Beautiful Mind Coffee, www.beautifulmindcoffee.ca. It's Brainalicious!

Art Kleinschmidt was the Deputy Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy or Deputy Drug Czar under President Trump. He also served on the Domestic Policy Council in the White House as Senior Advisor for mental health & addiction, as well as the same role for SAMHSA. Art is in long-term recovery from substance use disorder and became a licensed clinician who has extensive experience with treatment. He is also the founder of the Recovery for America Now Foundation, which provides treatment scholarships to treatment centers across the country. Art discusses his unconventional path to D.C. and how to solve the overdose crisis in this episode of Grieving Out Loud.Support the show

Today's episode features special guest Indiana Drug Czar, Doug Huntsinger. Doug serves as the Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment & Enforcement and Chairman of the Indiana Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder. Listen in as Doug gives us an overview of the drug crisis in Indiana and the work being done to combat it. We also discuss the stigma surrounding addiction and harm reduction. More About Doug: As a Senior Adviser to Governor Eric J. Holcomb and a member of the Governor's Cabinet, Doug oversees the coordination of the Governor's NextLevel Recovery initiative, aligning and focusing the State of Indiana's response to the drug crisis. He also serves as a member of the Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council and the Governor's Health Workforce Council. Organizations across Indiana have recognized Douglas for his efforts. The Indiana Judges Association named him the 2021 Champion of Justice in recognition of his work supporting family recovery courts and behavioral health services for justice-involved individuals and families. Overdose Lifeline recently presented Douglas with the Policy Advocate of the Year award for his steadfast commitment to serving our most vulnerable Hoosiers and THRIVE Recovery Community Organization recognized him for his distinguished service, presenting him with the inaugural State Partner of the Year Award. *** Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. Support our work on Patreon. Resources: Co-Dependents Anonymous Al-Anon Nar-Anon National Helpline Treatment Locator --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boyproblemspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boyproblemspodcast/support

Meet Wyoming County District Attorney Joe Peters Joe Peters rose from street cop to serving two presidents as a leader in the efforts tocombat drug trafficking and battle international terrorism.As a Federal Prosecutor, Joe's accomplishments include the convictions of Philadelphia Mob Boss “Little Nicky” Scarfo, his underboss, and 16 mob soldiers in a 3-month trial before an anonymous and sequestered jury. Conducted by Joe and four other Federal Prosecutors, this trial resulted in one of the most significant Mafia family convictions in U.S. history. As a result, Joe received the U.S. Department of Justice's John Marshall Award. The Associated Press called Joe and his fellow prosecutors the “Modern Day Untouchables.”Joe has presented and consulted to law enforcement officials and others in Israel, Italy, the UK, Dubai, Kuwait and Qatar and has trained military and civilian personnel in Panama.A resident of Lake Winola, Joe has devoted his career to public service: he served for more than 15 years in the Pa. Office of Attorney General, rising from an intern to become the state's top drug prosecutor. In the White House he served as Assistant Deputy Director for State & Local Affairs in the Drug Czar's office.Joe's expertise on terrorism and related intelligence and prosecution issues has beenrecognized by Fox News  where he serves as a commentator as well as televisionnetworks as far away as London and Italy which have asked for his expert on-aircommentary.He graduated from King's College and later the Dickinson School ofLaw. He is a member of the International Assoc. of Chiefs of Police, where he served on its Terrorism Committee for 10 years. Joe is the oldest of five children of Gene and Peg Peters and is the proud father of his son Max. His father Gene served two-terms as a GOP Mayor of Scranton. In 2004 Joe was the Republican nominee for Pennsylvania Auditor General.For more INFO on LETI visit wyoming county at  https://wycopa.org/Support the show Stop by our Apple Podcast and drop a Review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/allbetter/id1592297425?see-all=reviewsSupport The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/allbetter

Hon. Jim Carroll has substantial experience as a legal advisor to two White House administrations, federal government agencies, and a Fortune 25 company. He counsels clients on complex and sensitive issues involving government and internal investigations, corporate ethics and compliance programs, and white collar defense. In his 30-plus years as an attorney and a Washington insider, Jim has also built a reputation as a go-to choice for strategic business and policy counseling. In addition to his role as a Partner at Michael Best, Jim is also a principal at Michael Best Consulting LLC. Previously, Jim was a co-founder and principal of DC Consulting LLC, a consulting firm specializing in public health, pharmaceutical and substance abuse and regulatory risk involving law enforcement issues. Earlier in his career, Jim spent a decade as in-house counsel at Ford Motor Company where for many years he was the Company's Global Director of Compliance. Jim also served as the nation's “Drug Czar” for three years, following his unanimous confirmation by the United States Senate. Jim's significant federal government and legal experience include the following: - Starting in 2018, served for three years as the Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy after being unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate. Under Jim's leadership as the “US Drug Czar”, the U.S. saw its first year-over-year decrease in overdose deaths in 30 years. - Served in a number of high-profile posts at the White House between 2016 to 2018, including roles as Deputy Chief of Staff and Deputy White House Counsel. - Appointed General Counsel of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. - Spent 10 years as a legal advisor to the Ford Motor Company. Jim served as the automaker's Washington Counsel and Global Director of Compliance. During Jim's tenure there, Ford was named one of the “World's Most Ethical Companies” for three consecutive years by Ethisphere Institute. Jim was also General Counsel to the Ford Motor Company Fund, the company's philanthropic arm. - Served as Deputy General Counsel and Acting General Counsel to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. - Served as Associate Counsel and Special Assistant to the President between 2002 to 2004. - Attorney at  the Department of Justice, Office of Legal Policy. Selected as Assistant Ethics Counsel in the White House Office of Counsel to the President. - Served as Attorney Advisor to the Department of Justice, Executive Office for United States Attorneys. Jim began his legal career as a prosecutor in the Virginia Commonwealth Attorney's Office in Fairfax, VA. He went on to serve as Assistant Bar Counsel for the Virginia State Bar before transitioning his career to the federal level.

For the first time, a physician—Dr. Rahul Gupta—is directing the White House's Office of National Drug Control Policy. Dr. Gupta talks with Dr. Josh Sharfstein about the national strategy to address addiction and overdose, emphasizing treatment and harm reduction, not criminalization.

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S.K. Bain is the former art director of the Weekly Standard magazine, where he worked with William Kristol, Fred Barnes, David Brooks, Tucker Carlson and others for over five years. During part of that time, the Project for the New American Century shared offices with the publication, and next door was the Philanthropy Roundtable, where Bain also art directed for Philanthropy magazine. The Roundtable at that point was under the leadership of John P. Walters, who went on to become President George W. Bush's Drug Czar. In the mid-nineties, Bain was art director for the Oxford American magazine when it was published by John Grisham and located in Oxford, MS. In 2009, Bain helped author portions of U.S. Public Law 111-11.

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Why you smell pot everywhere you go now with the world leading drug czar Ethan Nadelmann Ethan A. Nadelmann is the founder of the Drug Policy Alliance, a New York City-based non-profit organization working to end the War on Drugs. Described by Rolling Stone as "the point man" for drug policy reform efforts and “the real drug czar,” Ethan Nadelmann is widely regarded as the outstanding proponent of drug policy reform both in the United States and abroad. He founded and directed first The Lindesmith Center (1994-2000) and then the Drug Policy Ethan was born in New York City and received his BA, JD, and PhD from Harvard, and a master's degree in international relations from the London School of Economics. He then taught politics and public affairs at Princeton University from 1987 to 1994, where his speaking and writings on drug policy attracted international attention.  He authored two books on the internationalization of criminal law enforcement – Cops Across Borders and (with Peter Andreas) Policing The Globe – and his writings have appeared in most major media outlets in the U.S. as well as top academic journals (e.g., Science, International Organization), policy journals (Foreign Affairs, Foreign Policy, Washington Quarterly, Public Interest) and political publications from the right (National Review) to the left (The Nation).   He is interviewed frequently by media around the world and has spoken publicly in roughly forty states and forty countries. His TED Talk on ending the drug war has over two million views, with translations into 28 languages.     Ethan co-founded the Open Society Institute's International Harm Reduction Development (IHRD) program and has served on the advisory board of the Open Society Foundation's Global Drug Policy Project (GDPP) since its creation. He has played a key role as drug policy advisor to the Global Commission on Drug Policy and to George Soros and other prominent philanthropists as well as elected officials ranging from mayors, governors and state and federal legislators in the U.S. to presidents and cabinet ministers outside the U.S.

The cheese stands alone this week as Don discusses some recent cannabis news from around the world, including the U.S. drug czar's comments on rethinking cannabis as a Schedule 1 substance, Cannabis Cup categories and what we can learn from Colombia! Support the show

Art Kleinschmidt, former Deputy Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, discusses the Fentanyl Crisis that is plaguing the United States. The former Deputy Drug Czar discusses how the cultural shift towards the perception of drugs and drug usage has only dramatically increased drug usage. Kleinschmidt discusses how progressive cities drug polices like “safe injection sites,” in an effort to destigmatize drugs has only exacerbated the problem by “promoting actual drug usage.” Saying, especially cities campaigns towards 'safe ways' to use drugs like fentanyl, commenting “there is really no safe way to do fentanyl.” Kleinschmidt also comments that China and the drug cartels are seemingly working alongside one another by, “China shipping chemicals” to drug cartels who then “assemble them” and bring them up through the open southern border. Commenting, "this is the first time in my lifetime," that "something dangerous and illegal” is "actually being promoted almost within this country."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You may have heard of Harry Anslinger before, but you may never have heard of him like this...Dealing opiates in the Senate?Addicted to Morphine?World class Racist?In this episode, the Professor takes a deep dive into the life and times of Harry J. Anslinger, Head of the Bureau of Narcotics and architect of anti-drug policy in America and decide for yourself if he is the villain in the story of Cannabis.Find out about how he came to be any why he took it out on cannabis.

This is a weird episode we didn't see coming. We invited a music industry friend on to guest with us and he shocked up with stories from the Clinton White House (Class of Monica), His time working closely with the United States Drug Czar, and now he's pushing country records. Yeah... which of these is not like the other. Strap in! It's wild and weird. Also, A mom who trained her kids like dogs in this week's VirIdiocy video. 

The first Drug Czar in Louisiana. Griffin Rivers talks about working for Gov. Edwin Edwards, his role of "keeper of people" in prisons in Louisiana and Michigan and a passionate discussion about race, religion and education with his wife Freya Rivers. LISTEN to the Count Time Podcast episode: "Interview with Griffin Rivers" see notes, transcript, pictures and videos here.

Reporter Clara Harter speaks with James Carroll, the former Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, known colloquially as the Drug Czar, about the dangers of fentanyl. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid deadly in quantities as small as one grain of sand. In light of the tragic death of Santa Monica teen Sammy Berman Chapman, they discuss the rise in sales of lethal fentanyl-laced pills over social media and what can be done to combat it.

America's top weed evangelist and the nation's drug czar shared the same goal: to loosen up the country's marijuana laws. In 1977, everything was trending their way—until a blowout Christmas party destroyed their plans, and transformed the future of marijuana in the United States. One Year is produced by Josh Levin, Evan Chung, and Madeline Ducharme. Mixing by Merritt Jacob. To support this show, subscribe to One Year on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we look at the latest developments in the Senate as the infrastructure bill includes provisions that aim to allow researchers to study the actual marijuana that consumers are purchasing from state-legal dispensaries instead of relying on government-grown cannabis. And then we'll take a look at some recent announcements from the White House as the Drug Czar's office is now funding research to support “evidence-based” State Drug Policies and Laws.  And finally we'll look at why the Biden administration says cannabis prisoners should be free, but is preparing to send some back behind bars after offering them an early compassionate release due to COVID.  We'll be discussing all these stories and more on the BEST cannabis podcast in the business... As we like to say around here, “Everyone knows what happened in marijuana today, but you need to know what's happening in Marijuana Tomorrow!” ----more---- Segment 1 - The Future of Infrastructure: Roads, Broadband and REAL Medical Cannabis Research? https://www.marijuanamoment.net/senates-bipartisan-infrastructure-deal-aims-to-let-researchers-study-marijuana-from-dispensaries/----more----Segment 2: Some Positive News from the White House? https://www.whitehouse.gov/ondcp/briefing-room/2021/08/02/ondcp-funds-research-to-support-evidence-based-state-drug-policies-and-laws/ https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/07/26/nation/joe-biden-nominate-rachael-rollins-us-attorney-massachusetts/----more----Segment 3: Is President Biden our Hypocrite-in-Chief? https://theintercept.com/2021/07/30/biden-pot-marijuana-prison-covid-cares/----more----Big Finish: RIP Frenchy Cannoli https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/31/us/frenchy-cannoli-dead.html   This episode of Marijuana Tomorrow is brought to you by Cannabeta Realty. 

Rolling Stone called me “the Real Drug Czar.” I'm Ethan Nadelmann and this is Psychoactive, the show about all things drugs. We want to hear from you. Our number is 1-833-779-2460. Our email is psychoactive@protozoa.com Or tweet at me, @ethannadelmann. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America's top weed evangelist and the nation's drug czar shared the same goal: to loosen up the country's marijuana laws. In 1977, everything was trending their way—until a blowout Christmas party destroyed their plans, and transformed the future of marijuana in the United States. One Year is produced by Josh Levin, Evan Chung, and Madeline Ducharme. Mixing by Merritt Jacob. Slate Plus members get to hear more about the making of One Year and more about the culture of 1977 in supplementary episodes this season. Get access to those episodes, listen to the show without any ads, and support One Year by signing up for Slate Plus for just $1 right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's top weed evangelist and the nation's drug czar shared the same goal: to loosen up the country's marijuana laws. In 1977, everything was trending their way—until a blowout Christmas party destroyed their plans, and transformed the future of marijuana in the United States. One Year is produced by Josh Levin, Evan Chung, and Madeline Ducharme. Mixing by Merritt Jacob. Slate Plus members get to hear more about the making of One Year and more about the culture of 1977 in supplementary episodes this season. Get access to those episodes, listen to the show without any ads, and support One Year by signing up for Slate Plus for just $1 right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's top weed evangelist and the nation's drug czar shared the same goal: to loosen up the country's marijuana laws. In 1977, everything was trending their way—until a blowout Christmas party destroyed their plans, and transformed the future of marijuana in the United States. One Year is produced by Josh Levin, Evan Chung, and Madeline Ducharme. Mixing by Merritt Jacob. Slate Plus members get to hear more about the making of One Year and more about the culture of 1977 in supplementary episodes this season. Get access to those episodes, listen to the show without any ads, and support One Year by signing up for Slate Plus for just $1 right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://donnyferguson.com/2020/07/09/drug-czar-says-overdose-deaths-were-already-rising-before-pandemic-and-now-are-spiking-the-ultimate-blame-belongs-to-prohibition/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/donny-ferguson/message

General Barry McCaffrey is one of the most decorated military leaders over the past half-century: the recipient of two Silver Stars and two Distinguished Service Crosses, a member of the U.S. Army Ranger Hall of Fame, the youngest four star general at the time of his retirement, and the leader of the decisive battle in the Persian Gulf War. General McCaffrey also served as a Cabinet member and U.S. Drug Czar. General McCaffrey joins Adam to share his journey and best lessons on leadership and success.

For the 14th episode of Heart of the Matter, Elizabeth Vargas is joined by one of the nation's leading addiction experts: Michael Botticelli. As the first person in recovery from addiction to serve as the director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, Michael has faced his fair share of challenges. Even before his confirmation, colleagues doubted that Michael would be fit for the role because he had a substance use disorder.In this episode, Michael reflects on his own recovery, his experiences facing stigma, and how stigma and racism have impacted the way George Floyd and rapper DMX have been perceived in death. Related reading:After you listen, explore these resources from Partnership to End Addiction to learn more about the topics and themes discussed in this episode:Words Matter: The Language of AddictionAdvocate for ChangeManaging Long-Term Recovery from Addiction

The marijuana reform movement is on fire. In the election last year, beneath all the Biden and Trump drama, every single state-level cannabis ballot initiative passed--from New Jersey to Mississippi to South Dakota. And now, New York state has legalized the green stuff. Federal legalization is gaining steam, the industry is exploding and everyone wants in on the weed movement. Marijuana is no longer a partisan or fringe issue--it’s popular, mainstream and key to the future of the American economy post-pandemic. And it’s got tremendous support from most independent Americans. 7 in 10 independents and moderates back legalization. So as 4/20 (the unofficial marijuana holiday) nears, Independent Americans is sparking up the cannabis conversation again--and continuing our focus on the state of affairs, the controversies, and the future of cannabis. And we’re also digging into broader drug policy changes happening in America from opioids to psychedelics to criminal justice reform.   And so The Godfather of Drugs returns to IA! Ethan Nadelmann (@EthanNadelmann) has been called America’s real Drug Czar. He joined us way back in Episode 12--and he’s back again to bring his unparalleled insight and experience. Ethan has been the mastermind behind the biggest changes to drug policy in US history. A Harvard PhD and the son of a rabbi, Ethan founded the trailblazing Drug Policy Alliance in 1994 and was a lead strategist behind 30 years of reform--including California’s historic 2014 Prop 47 referendum that reduced drug possession for personal use to a misdemeanor. This pivotal political victory proved to be the first domino to fall in a string of historic national changes and unleashed the wave of legalization of marijuana in states all across America we see now—with more to come soon. Easter and Passover are behind us, March Madness is over, the vaccine is hitting millions of arms daily, and things are warming up nationwide. But few issues are heating up more than cannabis. And few have a more fascinating past--or a more exciting future. Ethan returns to Independent Americans to chop it up with our host, Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) to break it all down. Rieckhoff is a longtime advocate for drug reform, who has appeared in the media often on the subject, written about it extensively, testified before Congress about the impacts of cannabis for veterans, and spearheaded the landmark VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2018. America is deeply divided. But not about marijuna anymore. And Independent Americans is packing a bowl of light to contrast all the heat of other political pods. Every show is pre-rolled with the Righteous Media 5 I’s: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact--to keep you empowered. If you’re a concerned citizen who cares about the future of your country, this is your pod. Be a part of the solution. Join us for exclusive access and events by becoming a member of our Patreon community. Get access to events, guests, merch discounts, Zoom Happy Hour events, and exclusive content. Go check out our cool new IA merch! Durable camping mugs, t-shirts, cool hats and more. You can also see video of this conversation with Ethan Nadelmann and 100 other leaders from Chuck D to Chuck Hagel; Sarah Jessica Parker to Meghan McCain; Stephen Colbert to Mayor Pete Buttigieg on the Righteous YouTube page. Independent Americans connects, informs and inspires--and is powered by Righteous Media. Find us on your favorite social media platforms and www.IndependentAmericans.us. Watch video of this full conversation: https://youtu.be/_K4MxFkoPjU And stay vigilant, America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay and Phil dish up some lively conversation on all things weed-related, including Two bi-partisan cannabis bills are re-introduced in Congress Bidness update: How are canna-drinks doing? Biden's pick for Drug Czar is a bit out of the historical norm Jay gives a little cannabis history lesson and more Please contact us at podcast@votepropot.com Call our message line at 240-257-2441 LINKS: Seabedee CBD Wellness Products Allay Consulting (Kim Stuck) Vote Pro Pot on YouTube Weed Talk News Last Prisoner Project NORML Marijuana Policy Project Drug Policy Alliance National Cannabis Industry Association Blood of the Summoned (Phil's book) U.S. Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121   Please contact, follow, and share us: VoteProPot.com eMail  (votepropot@gmail.com) Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Instagram (@VoteProPot)   Music: "Slow Burn" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Darren White a native of New York spent the majority of the first 30 years of his working life in a variety of military, law enforcement and high-level public service roles including being named Cabinet Secretary in 1995 of the Department of Public Safety, making him the states Drug Czar. Drug czar is an informal name for the person who directs drug-control policies in various areas. He was also Two-term Bernalillo County sheriff & City of Albuquerque public safety director. And now, he is medical cannabis producer and CEO of PurLife. https://www.purlifenm.com/ Darren who was once a self proclaimed drug warrior and disbeliever in medical cannabis had his mind changed after trying medical cannabis one evening while watching UFC because of some back pains. His back pains come from his days as a paratrooper jumping from planes. This is when the things changed for Darren and set up what is now known as PurLife and has multiple dispensaries around New Mexico. I wonder how many gardai will have their own cannabis business when it becomes legal in Ireland? Only time will tell :) Timestamps 2:23 show start 3:00 How did you get into the life of law enforcement? 6:30 Darren tells me about how he became a republican 7:20 Darren tell me of his friendship with Gary Johnson 8:25 I ask Darren about his time in the role as Drug Czar in New Mexico 10:00 Darren tells me of his time as a "Drug Warrior" and about the split with Gary Johnson 15:15 Did you ever ask yourself while in authority when would the drug raids end? 17:30 Darren tells me of his first time using Cannabis as a Sheriff 20:00 Darren's message to anyone who questions medical use of cannabis 22:20 Darren tells me about his dispensary and the patients who get their cannabis there 24:25 Darren tells me about his grandfather who was a prize fighter and also an alcohol bootlegger during alcohol prohibition 27:30 Darren talks about how prohibition leads to "Turnstile justice" that is designed to fail 30:00 We talk about harm reduction and compassion when it comes to drug use. 32:00 Darren shares a story where he saved a persons life with an anti overdose drug Narcan 35:30 How much has the changing of drug laws effected the illegal drugs trade? 39:15 I ask Darren about his cannabis production. 43:40 What is your advice on products to patients trying cannabis medicines for the first time. 47:00 Darren tells me his dog even benefits from cannabis medicines but not stuff that will get him high of course 47:45 I tell Darren about my time studying Herbal Science and the stigma I faced and what motivated me to become an activist. 49:00 We talk about Reefer Madness and how the Myths still exist today. 52:00 I ask Darren what his message would be to someone in authority here when it comes to decriminalising Cannabis 54:35 Darren tells me about friends he had who he would of never known consumed cannabis only for they walked into his store 58:40 Darren tells me how he first learned of his sons Cannabis use in high school. 1:00:35 Darren tells me about going to reggae concerts when he was a cop 1:02:00 We talk about Cannabis and driving 1:04:45 Drug Recognition Experts 1:05:50 I ask Darren what education and training they look for in staff and provide them with also at PurLife? 1:12:40 Darren on being indoctrinated as a cop 1:16:30 I ask Darren how the coming legalisation of cannabis will effect his cannabis growing. I hope ye enjoyed the interview and thanks for listening .

ONDCP Director Carroll discusses the issues of addiction. For more information visit: Hightruths.com James “Jim” Carroll Director, White House Office of National Drug Control Policy The Honorable James W. “Jim” Carroll was sworn in as the Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) on January 31, 2019 following a unanimous confirmation by the United States Senate. Mr. Carroll previously served as the Acting Director and Deputy Director of ONDCP from February 2018 to January 2019. His strategic vision for the organization is best summarized in two words: “Be Relentless.” It's the advice President Trump gave Director Carroll when he nominated him to lead ONDCP, and the North Star that drives his vision in support of the organization's mission to stop the flow of illegal drugs in the United States and connect those suffering from substance use disorder with the tools they need to be put on the path to recovery. Under the leadership of President Trump and Director Carroll, the United States saw its first annual decrease in overdose deaths for the first time in 30 years; the amount of drugs seized by law enforcement at our Nation's borders stands at all-time highs; and record Federal grants have been awarded in support of drug interdiction and public health programs. In his role as “Drug Czar,” Director Carroll serves as the principal advisor to the President of the United States on drug policy and oversees a passionate staff of approximately 100 professionals. He oversees a budget of more than $35 billion and coordinates the activities and related funding of sixteen Federal government agencies and departments to reduce the supply of and demand for illicit substances. Prior to joining the Office of National Drug Control Policy, Director Carroll served as Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House. Previously in the Administration, Mr. Carroll served as General Counsel of the Office of Management and Budget and as Deputy Assistant and Senior Counsel to the President. Before joining the Trump Administration, Mr. Carroll served as Washington Counsel at the Ford Motor Company and as General Counsel of the Ford Motor Company Fund, the company's philanthropic arm that supports non-profit organizations and initiatives. This is Director Carroll's second time serving the American people in support of the President of the United States. During the George W. Bush Administration, Mr. Carroll held several positions including Special Assistant and Associate Counsel to the President at the White House, Deputy General Counsel and Acting General Counsel at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and as an attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice. Mr. Carroll began his career as a state prosecutor in Virginia after earning his bachelor's degree from the University of Virginia and his J.D. from the George Mason University School of Law.

Who will be Biden's new Drug Czar? And why is Project SAM's Patrick Kennedy shamelessly lobbying for the job so publicly? And then we talk about the final compromise language in the Garden State legalization implementation legislation, what's in the bill and who's left out? And finally, we look at the news of the big cannabis merger in Canada, as Aphria and Tilray announce a merger. We’ll be discussing all this and more on the best marijuana podcast in the business.As we like to say around here, “Everyone knows what happened in marijuana today, but you need to know what’s happening in Marijuana Tomorrow!” ----more----SHOW NOTESSegment 1: Biden’s Drug Czarhttps://www.marijuanamoment.net/founder-of-anti-marijuana-group-lobbies-biden-to-nominate-him-for-white-house-drug-czar/ https://norml.org/blog/2020/12/14/tell-president-elect-biden-its-time-to-shut-down-the-drug-czars-office/ https://www.statnews.com/2020/12/14/patrick-kennedy-pitches-himself-for-biden-drug-czar/----more----Segment 2 - Garden State Shenanigans https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrisroberts/2020/12/15/new-jersey-legalizes-marijuana-but-growing-at-home-is-still-a-felony/ https://www.marijuanamoment.net/new-jersey-lawmakers-advance-revised-marijuana-sales-bill-with-floor-votes-expected-this-week/----more----Segment 3 - Big Cannadabis----more----Donate to Lillian Krane's fundraiser for the Navajo Nation! https://digdeep.funraise.org/fundraiser/lillian-krane  

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of opioid overdose have increased dramatically but this is only due in part to disruption of services and increased isolation. Michael Botticelli, former head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy in the Obama administration and 32 years into his own recovery, talks with guest host Brendan Saloner about how America’s opioid epidemic was already on a terrible trajectory prior to the pandemic, policy solutions to address overdose, the importance of combating stigma against addiction, and what needs to happen next.

This week, Martha speaks with former Secretary of Education and Drug Czar, Bill Bennett to discuss what the education department would look like under a Biden administration. Secretary Bennett shares the kind of Secretary of Education a Biden administration would pick, he discusses the feasibility of college loan debt forgiveness and how parents see school shutdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic. Follow Martha on Twitter: @marthamaccallum

S.K. Bain is the former art director of the Weekly Standard magazine, where he worked with William Kristol, Fred Barnes, David Brooks, Tucker Carlson and others for over five years. During part of that time, the Project for the New American Century shared offices with the publication, and next door was the Philanthropy Roundtable, where Bain also art directed for Philanthropy magazine. The Roundtable at that point was under the leadership of John P. Walters, who went on to become President George W. Bush's Drug Czar. In the mid-nineties, Bain was art director for the Oxford American magazine when it was published by John Grisham and located in Oxford, MS. In 2009, Bain helped author portions of U.S. Public Law 111-11.

Justice & Drew discuss foreign news agencies and how they handle coverage of the 2020 election more honestly and sanely than the American outlets. Later, they're joined by President Trump's "Drug Czar" Jim Carroll to discuss the war against opioids.

BV chats with White House Office of National Drug Control Policy Jim Carroll (President Trump's “Drug Czar”) on law enforcement on drug interdiction efforts on the border on News Radio KKOB.

Jim Carroll, the Director of National Drug Control Policy and The White House drug czar, visited Kentucky today to talk about the three counties added to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Program, the added federal dollars those counties will receive to fight drugs, and the impact of law enforcement and drug rehab on the process...

Jim Carroll, the Director of National Drug Control Policy and The White House drug czar, visited Kentucky today to talk about the three counties added to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Program, the added federal dollars those counties will receive to fight drugs, and the impact of law enforcement and drug rehab on the process...

Shaun & Mark-latest TPD issue . Jim Carroll, U.S.Drug Czar - Wall, Immigration, Drugs. Dan Shearer-GV News-OV GOP Forum, Reopening/closing of businesses

;new advadsCfpAd( 35245 ); Nathaniel Woods & Death Penalty Despite evidence and knowing that Nathaniel Woods did not shoot 3 Birmingham cops serving an arrest warrant on an apartment Woods shared with a roommate, the state of Alabama murdered Woods after the Supreme Court (SCOTUS) failed to stop the execution. The United States has yet to unite with modern nations who have abolished the death penalty and continues to use capital punishment putting it into a coalition of nations like China, Saudia Arabia, Iran, North Korea to name a few. Kerry Spencer was Woods's roommate in 2004 and admitting to being the person who fatally shot Carlos Owen, Harley Chisolm, and Charles Bennett in 2004. The state of Alabama still charged Woods with the capital offense of killing cops in the USA and argued that Woods "conspired" with Spencer to kill the officers. In the real world and using the dictionary definition of "conspire", it seems it would have been impossible two people to conspire to kill cops that they did not know were coming to serve a warrant. In this case, there was only one person firing the gun that killed the three cops. conspire intransitive verb -·spired′, -·spir′ing to plan and act together secretly, esp. in order to commit a crime to combine or work together for any purpose or toward any effect: events conspired to ruin him Biden Vs Bernie On Death Penalty The US is obviously in political season where a new president will be elected or one Donald J. Trump may prevail and avoid be labeled a one-term POTUS. It seems likely that the person Trump will face will be either Bernie Sanders or Joe Biden. With healthcare being the top issue most citizens say concerns them the most, the death penalty is a top issue for many or at least makes their top ten issues that would they like to see some transformative change. Donald J. Trump is a staunch supporter of the death penalty and he and Biden have a lot of common ground on the issue. Trump wants to expand the death penalty to cover people convicted of selling drugs. Joe Biden successfully pushed for the creation of a "Drug Czar" to help coordinate agencies who fight the so-called War on Drugs and Biden did expand the death penalty in the Biden Crime Bill. Mississippi Prison Update Sanders's tweeted out public support and solidarity with activists and prisoners concerning the rash of murders and deplorable inhumane conditions in the Mississippi prison slavery system. Sanders has always been opposed to capital punishment and believes the United States should abolish the Death Penalty. Our system of mass incarceration is racist and must end. In Mississippi prisons there have been 24 deaths in 67 days, overcrowding, medical neglect and inhumane conditions. I stand with the incarcerated, their families and the MS Prison Reform Coalition. #MSPrisonReformNow — Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) March 7, 2020 Join Scotty, Tag, Kevin and Sophia for a panel discussion on the death penalty and the inhumanity of the prison slavery system in the United States. The 13th Amendment of the US Constitution did not end slavery when it carved out the exception clause that led directly to Jim Crow laws across the country to target  African-American and other non-white populations. Repeal & Replace The 13th Amendment! New Abolitionists Radio is an award-winning podcast that started in 2012 to bring awareness to legalized slavery and human trafficking in the United States preserved by the 13th Amendment of the US Constitution. This issue is often inadequately referred to as "mass incarceration". Legalized slavery through prisons, jails and detention facilities and the mistreatment of those incarcerated in them constitute severe Human Rights violations per The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, especially its prohibition on all forms of slavery. “No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave trade shall be prohibited in all their...

In its latest Strategy Report, the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) shared its strategy for building a stronger, healthier, drug-free society. To reach this goal, the ONDCP details three tactics for fighting the opioid epidemic. First, continue to prevent new substance abusers through education and evidence-based prevention programs. Second, improve access to long-term addiction recovery treatment services. Third, reduce the availability of these drugs in our communities. By achieving these goals, the ONDCP will dominate the drug environment, reducing future lives lost to substance use. Today, we're joined by the Director of the ONDCP, Mr. Jim Carroll, the man in charge of executing this strategy. Together, we discuss the highlights of the latest Drug Control Strategy Report. Join us on the latest episode of the Cover2 Resources Podcast for a deep dive into our nation's plan for fighting the opioid epidemic.

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In this episode, we will be talking about topics that are veeeeery far from each other. Hahaha! Starting with VP Leni Robredo being appointed as Vice Chair to the Anti-Illegal Drugs Council, The love that I have for tote bags since the first time I had one, my overflowing elementary lunch box, Gift Ideas for birthdays, inaanaks (godchildren), and the upcoming Christmas season.

Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (also known as the "Drug Czar") James Carroll is our guest for this episode. Carroll talks about the recent vaping deaths, the dangers of high THC marijuana and edibles, college recovery programs, how colleges and universities fit into his office's 2019 strategy, and much more.

Former White House Drug Czar and Hudson Institute COO, John Walters, joins The Realignment to discuss drug control policy at home and abroad.

This week marks the 50th anniversary of President Nixon’s special message to the Congress on Control of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs. President Nixon said: A national awareness of the gravity of the situation is needed; a new urgency and concerted national policy are needed at the Federal level to begin to cope with this growing menace to the general welfare of the United States. On this edition of the Nixon Now podcast we're joined by Dr. Robert DuPont. Dr. DuPont is a psychiatrist who served as a director of the White House Special Action Office on Drug Abuse Prevention. Popularly known today as the Nation’s Drug Czar. Interview by Jonathan Movroydis. Photo: President Nixon hosts a meeting in the Cabinet Room with bipartisan Congressional leadership to discuss narcotics control and treatment issues, October 23, 1969 (Richard Nixon Presidential Library)

This is Angry Americans on drugs. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) explores the roller coaster history of the drug reform movement and the rapidly-changing landscape of drug policy with the visionary leader Rolling Stone describes as “the driving force for the legalization of marijuana in America.” As the Presidential candidates and the national political landscape on drugs shift by the day, Ethan Nadelmann (@EthanNadelmann) has been called America’s real Drug Czar. He is the mastermind behind the biggest changes to drug policy in US history. A Harvard PhD and the son of a rabbi, Ethan founded the groundbreaking Drug Policy Alliance (‪@DrugPolicyOrg) in 1994 and was a lead architect behind 30 years of reform to include California’s historic Prop 47 referendum—which in 2014 reduced drug possession for personal use to a misdemeanor. This defining political victory proved to be the first domino to fall in a string of historic national legal changes and unleashed a wave of legalization of marijuana in 10 states across America—with inevitably more to come. Ethan has advised Presidents and Presidential candidates—and shares the fascinating inside story of building the early days of the drug reform movement, and of building powerful (and unlikely) political coalitions uniting conservative icon William F Buckley and liberal icon George Soros. With New Jersey, New York and others debating legalization right now, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. As with every episode of Angry Americans, it delivers the 4 I’s: integrity, information, impact and inspiration. Rieckhoff pushes, probes and challenges. He breaks down the latest on a potential war with Iran, the shocking resignation of Acting Secretary of Defense Shanahan and the historic NBA Finals ending. And Rieckhoff continues to be among those national leaders leading the charge with his fellow First Responders to pass the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund extension in Washington. It’s the latest episode of the groundbreaking political and social podcast that is sparking conversation nationwide and has been featured on CNN, MSNBC, the Associated Press and Variety. Listen now and step inside the innovative and entertaining show that takes you behind media, politics and change-making at the highest levels. This episode of Angry Americans is supported by our friends at Oscar Mike. Oscar Mike (@WeAreOscarMike) is the exclusive provider of the awesomely comfortable Angry Americans t-shirts worn by Paul Rieckhoff, Ron Perlman, Rachel Maddow and other recent guests and fans of the show worldwide. And for behind-the-scenes videos from this episode and exclusive video content featuring Wes Moore, Rachel Maddow, Tom Collicio, Sarah Jessica Parker and other recent guests, visit AngryAmericans.us. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide and is powered by Righteous Media.  Join the movement now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We interview onsite direct from the 7th Annual Drug Prevention Summit, put on by Drug Free America. Part I are interviews with key event speakers including industry leaders Former White House Drug Czar Robert DuPont; then Dr. Ken Finn; and finally Luke Niforatos, Senior Policy Advisor for "Smart Approaches to Marijuana". Parts II and III will be uploaded in the next week, so look for them.

Betty Aldworth and Aaron Houston join host Kris Krane to talk about Trump's proposed budget cuts for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the appointment of a drug czar to lead the new reduced agency as well as the brief hold on Department of Justice nominees placed by Republican Senator Cory Gardner over the rescinding of the Cole Memo. Produced by Shea Gunther.

On the first episode 1 of Anslinger: The untold cannabis conspiracy, we discuss narcotic policies and the life of Harry Anslinger, America's first Drug Czar, prior to his appointment as Chief and First Commissioner to the Federal Bureau of Narcotics. We also interview Harvard economist, Dr. Jeffrey Miron, about the global outlook on drugs, diseases and the economy during the early 1900s. Download Episode!

Brian Blake worked in the Bush White house beginning in 2001. In this episode, Brian tells us about his life in Washington DC, Working for the office of the Drug Czar, being in government during 9/11, meeting famous politicians, and how being a member of the church affects it all. This is a great behind the scenes of what it is like to work in the nation's capitol.

Michael Botticelli, who served as director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy in the Obama administration, says President Trump can't have it both ways — advocating more treatment for drug addiction while calling for repeal of the Affordable Care Act. The 2010 law defined addictions treatment as an “essential benefit” that must be covered through insurance policies. Not mentioning the effect ACA repeal would have on the nation’s response to the opioid crisis, Botticelli says, was a "glaring omission" of the Christie commission that called for a declaration of a national emergency.Botticelli now runs the Grayken Center for Addiction Medicine at Boston Medical Center. He is also now a distinguished policy scholar at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.Links:President Trump can't have it both ways

Michael Botticelli, “Drug Czar” under the Obama administration, joins us to talk about the opioid epidemic: what needs to be done, how he feels the current administration is handling it, and how his new role as Executive Director of the Grayken Center for Addiction Medicine puts him in a unique position to help make a change.

Sarah and Sam discuss the controversies surrounding the United States drug czar, overdoses among political figures in Wisconsin, the NFL’s action on criminal justice reform, and much more. Turn on, tune in, and TWiD out! News Updates: An Indiana county just halted a lifesaving needle exchange program, citing the Bible Trump: Drug czar nominee pulls […] The post News: Drug Czar Controversies, Overdoses in Wisconsin, and the NFL Taking on Criminal Justice Reform [#118] appeared first on This Week in Drugs.

Host Rod Fritz takes a closer look at today’s top stories.  Drug Czar, CBS News Correspondent Steven Portnoy.  Black Friday, Bloomberg’s Tracy Johnke.  Methuen PD Tech, WBZ”s Carl Stevens.  Inspections, WBZ’s Doug Cope.  Celtics, WBZ’s Adam Kaufman.  Wildfire, CBS Correspondent Steve Futterman.  Kid in Trades, WBZ’s Ben Parker.  Listen to WBZ 1030 every weekday at 12:30 for Reporters Roundup!

Police Commissioner Bill Evans Joined us to take your questions and ours on this month's Ask The Police Commissioner. Plus, medical ethicist Art Caplan on withdrawal of the drug czar nomination, Corby Cummer on the latest food trends, and CNN's John King. (Full Show 10/17/17)

Topics mentioned in this episode: Drug Czar Boy Scouts let girls into the fold Filling the swamp with Swamp Creatures #TheGoodNews- Another journal entry in an ongoing series of sometime comedic reflections of life as recorded by Jan Landy for Jan Landy on 10/17/2017 while driving in my car from where I am to where I am going or wherever I happen to be when inspiration hits me to record another podcast. Thanks for supporting my creative comedy efforts. Your support means the world to me and I promise to put my all into making my podcasts. These are my #thoughts that I am documenting for #myself so that if I ever find the time in the future to go back into the past to remember what I was thinking at the time, I will be able to listen to them. This constantly changing #podcast usually short and to the point produced and recorded by #JanLandy presents @JanLandy's thoughts and ramblings at the time of the recording. Ever changing, #humorous, thought provoking, inspiring and sometimes informative. It is a mixture of #comedy, positive thoughts and, on rare occasions will offer #information on where I have been and where I am going. If you like to #laugh, stay #motivated and keep abreast of the latest adventures of Jan Landy and SoundBroker.com, this podcast is worth a listen and supporting. Links: Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/janlandy Follow me on Social Media: http://www.janlandy.com Live Video Stream: https://livestream.com/JanLandy https://www.instagram.com/janlandy/ FaceBook: http://tinyurl.com/mfgxhk Google+: http://gplus.to/SoundBroker My PodCast: http://tinyurl.com/ktao52 Twitter: http://tinyurl.com/ld9bt7 Petition the WhiteHouse: https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/#signapetitionc

Colin Warner, Nnamdi Asomugha and and Matt Ruskin from the film Crown Heights stop by the studio, and President Obama’s former Drug Czar, Michael Botticelli, joins to help listeners understand the opioid epidemic from a health and policy standpoint. DeRay processes the world after Charlottesville with Brittany, Sam and Clint. Birmingham mayoral candidate, Randall Woodfin, joins DeRay briefly to discuss the biggest issues facing his city.

Drug Czar Website is Back Online, Budget Cuts Could Fizzle as the Trump administration is proposing to gut the budget of the White House "drug czar" by 95 percent.

A veteran of the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations, John Walters was “Drug Czar” of the George W. Bush administration (director of the White House Office of National Drug Policy from 2001-2009). In this Conversation, Walters discusses the opioid epidemic and the country's shocking passivity about addressing the crisis seriously and comprehensively. Reflecting on the devastating consequences of the opioid threat, Walters makes a compelling case for fighting back—through urgent changes to the way we approach law enforcement, combatting foreign sources of supply, education about drug abuse, and treatment for addiction.

A veteran of the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations, John Walters was “Drug Czar” of the George W. Bush administration (director of the White House Office of National Drug Policy from 2001-2009). In this Conversation, Walters discusses the opioid epidemic and the country's shocking passivity about addressing the crisis seriously and comprehensively. Reflecting on the devastating consequences of the opioid threat, Walters makes a compelling case for fighting back—through urgent changes to the way we approach law enforcement, combatting foreign sources of supply, education about drug abuse, and treatment for addiction.

A veteran of the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations, John Walters was “Drug Czar” of the George W. Bush administration (director of the White House Office of National Drug Policy from 2001-2009). In this Conversation, Walters discusses the opioid epidemic and the country's shocking passivity about addressing the crisis seriously and comprehensively. Reflecting on the devastating consequences of the opioid threat, Walters makes a compelling case for fighting back—through urgent changes to the way we approach law enforcement, combatting foreign sources of supply, education about drug abuse, and treatment for addiction.

Alexandra Chasin is an associate professor at The New School. Her new book [Assassin of Youth: A Kaleidoscopic History of Harry J. Anslinger's War on Drugs](https://www.amazon.com/Assassin-Youth-Kaleidoscopic-History-Anslinger%C2%92s/dp/022627697X) is a biography of America's first drug czar who popularized the term 'marijuana' and ushered in the Reefer Madness period of drug prohibition. A master propagandist prone to demonizing ethnic and immigrant groups, Anslinger's ideas laid the foundation for the modern drug war and brought awareness of cannabis to the American masses. Alexandra and I talked about the Harrison Act, how America was scandalized by wild 'marijuana parties,' and the analogues between coming out as queer and coming out as a stoner.

Tom Marino Withdraws Name From Drug Czar Consideration as the U.S. Rep. has withdrawn his name from consideration to become President Donald Trump's drug czar

This month, the White House leaked that Rep. Tom Marino (R-PA) was in the final stages of vetting to become the nation's Drug Czar. Marino's record as a prosecutor and legislator is in line with the punitive approach Donald Trump has promised to tackling illicit drugs. Sanho Tree is the director of the Drug Policy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies, where he has spent nearly two decades envisioning alternatives to the "war on drugs." He explains why a border wall won't stop drugs from coming into the country and why our most pressing drug problem—the opioid overdose crisis—was caused by the very prohibition-oriented drug policies that Trump favors. Recommended Reading: Trump Condos Worth $250 Million Pose Potential Conflict The White House Seems Excited to Shut Down the Government

In the NEWS, Guam’s governor drops his support for his own legalization bill, citing the threat of Jeff Sessions as Attorney General; In our CANNABIS FOCUS, New Trump Drug Czar Voted Against Marijuana Amendments in Congress; In DRUG WAR DATA MINING, I answer the question whether people are moving for legal weed?; In our CANNABIS COMMUNITY CHAT, we replay my conversation with Dr. Jordan Tischler about the importance of cannabis strains; And in the RADICAL RANT, I take a look at things in Idaho that less harmful than marijuana; Then in HOUR TWO, we take your calls at 650-LEGAL-MJ and take a deeper look at the wide world of weed.

Good day, tokers and tokettes and non-toking lovers of liberty, it is Wednesday, March 29, 2017, and it’s got to be 4:20 somewhere in the world! It’s Episode #915 and coming up on today’s show… In the NEWS, we have a new interim Drug Czar in the Trump Administration; In our CANNABIS FOCUS, Project SAM’s coming after Oregon law enforcement’s report on Cole Memo violations; In DRUG WAR DATA MINING, we look at the obscene amount of cash the cops are stealing under civil asset forfeiture; In the WIDE WORLD OF WEED we get ready for a Supreme Court decision on Friday that may decriminalize dagga in South Africa; And in the Radical RANT, I ask How will we sell tax and regulate on a $30 ounce? Then in HOUR TWO we’ve got a fascinating look at ancient Chinese understanding of cannabis as medicine; Nevada’s liquor distributors want no part of pot;

www.Patreon.com/TheWeedShow | TheWeedShow.com The U.S. Drug Czar Admits Government Didn't Want Marijuana Considered Medicine, and an 81 yr old was raided in Massachusetts over one cannabis plant. Bud of the week is Golden Goat, and Chris is joined in the studio by Brando and Duck where they discuss the clown hysteria.    

More than 47,000 people died from opioid-related causes in 2014. More deaths than from gun violence. More deaths than from car crashes. And the top job of fighting opioid abuse — of setting the nation's drug policy — is on the shoulders of this week's guest, Michael Botticelli. Botticelli joined POLITICO's "Pulse Check" podcast to discuss how he approaches drug policy (starts at the 2:20 mark), who’s to blame for the opioid epidemic (7:10 mark), how the White House is working to combat the nation’s heroin and opioid problems (14:00), the connection between the aggressive war on drugs and unrest in black communities today (20:18) and how he thinks about addictions like craving exercise, sex and gambling (25:40). Also: Check out the combo lightning round and crowd-sourced questions that start at 30:20. We’d appreciate your help: Please share PULSE CHECK and rate us on your favorite podcast app! Have questions, suggestions or feedback? Email ddiamond@politico.com.

Micheal Hilton, with over 10 years of sobriety, discusses his recovery portfolio.  Micheal Hilton is a leader in the recovery community and does personal coaching with his company Breakthrough Coaching.   60 minutes recently did a segment on addiction.  Micheal Botticelli, the "Drug Czar” is someone who from first hand experience knows the intricacies of alcoholism and addiction. Here are some key points of what I took from this segment. 40 years and a trillion dollars, nation has little to show of the war on drugs. 21 million americans are addicted to drugs and alcohol and nearly 1/2 of federal incarcerations are in for drug crimes. “can’t arrest addiction out of people.” “We have learned that addiction is a brain disease.” “ We can’t expect cancers patients to just stop having cancer.” Addicts should be patients and not prisoners. Michael Botticelli has created a high school for teens in recovery in Massachusetts. Convicts can choose rehab over jail and this actually reduces crime. in 1998 crashed his car and woke up hand cuffed to a gurney. Alcohol free for 27 years. Oversees 26 billion dollar budget across 16 government agencies. Over 1/2 of the money goes to drug enforcement. Says the heroin crisis was created at home. Pain scripts have risen from 76 million in  1991 to 207 million in 2015. More than 120 americans die of drug overdoses each day. Tried an experiment in 2010 with the quincy police department. Officers are armed with Naloxone. A nasal spray for an overdose. Also changed laws called the good samaritan law. Today, 32 states have adopted similar laws and more than 800 police departments carry Naloxone. In Massachussets, Botticelli has made treating addiction routine health care. The affordable care act requires the most of insurance companies to cover addiction treatment. Substance abuse is one of the only disease where we let people reach their most acute point of the disease or “bottom” before we intervene. Botticelli prefers the word disorder instead of addict. Sees a model in the attitude towards the stigma with the gay rights movement. He was more comfortable being a gay man, before saying he was an alcoholic. “We have more work to do.” over 1/2 a million a year are killed by legal drugs. Alcohol and nicotine. Botticelli is not in favor of legalizing marijuana. Grew up as in insecure kid. A very wise judge said you can either get care for your drinking problem or you continue the path of this criminal behavior. You Might be an Alcoholic if... Claire You keep a note pad by the phone so you can take notes about your drunk dialings, but then you can't read your handwriting You're now sober but want to wear a sign on your shirt that says you are enjoying a piece of gum to merely blow bubbles, not to cover up the vodka smell   Caleb You buy canned beer so you can hide it in your bag without anybody hearing the glass clinks   Simone If you log into MyFitnessPal as soon as you wake up...to log in the calories of the 8 double whiskeys you'll be drinking later...to know how much not to eat today.   Shane If after a night of drinking an entire 26er of scotch, the only thing you can think of is "what am I going to drink today?"   Brian in KC, MO You might be an alcoholic if it's your turn to be the DD, so before the baseball game you pound beers at the tailgate before the game hoping it carries you through to the end of the game....but then the game gets rained out in the 5th inning and you are still too drunk to drive home.   This episode was brought to you by Sober Nation.

PatiCakes, Queen of Cannabis; Dr Beth Fisher, Senior Medical Cannabis and Mr B, Tech God talk, OMG, It's Refer Madness AGAIN!! Gil Kerlikowske, Drug Czar, in a speech on Wednesday reiterated the famous Anti Drug Reefer Madness Rhetoric that "Legalization is an extreme measure". What the Fuck!!!!! Idaho activists, 2 young mothers, homes were raided while they were on vacation. Their 4 children were with a babysitter at the home who let police in after being tipped off.......... Aloha to my dear friend Renegadetalk.fm Rich & Marla in Maui Thank you to Bob for your help yesterday! www.seniormedicalcannabis.com www.hempradio.com Let us hear from you.....Contact us at paticakes@hempradio.com

  Edition #391 Not right, not fair and not justice   Act 1: Gary Johnson, Pro-pot activist - Colbert Report Song 1: Drug Ballad - Eminem Act 2: How the drug war hurts communities - Citizen Radio Song 2: Down on the corner - Creedence Clearwater Revival Act 3: Drug Czar toppled by drug Bolsheviks - The Onion Song 3: Because I got high -  Afroman Act 4: Daniel Okrent on prohibition - Daily Show Song 4: Drink the water - Jack Johnson Act 5: Police tortured confessions - On the Media Song 5: Behind bars - Felix "the Catt" and Baga Tricks Act 6: Cops taser family in their backyard - Young Turks Song 6: Paperwork - Opposite Day Act 7: Drugs and Taser war - Citizen Radio Song 7: New slang - The Shins Act 8: Police taser trail - Rachel Maddow   Bonus iPhone/iPod Touch App Content: Automatics for the People - Ilya Shapiro & Jackie Hilly - Colbert Report   Produced by: Jay!   Thanks for listening! Check out the Best of the Left iPhone/iPod Touch App in the App Store! Visit us at www.BestOfTheLeft.com Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Vote for us and leave comments at www.PodcastAlley.com or Review the show on iTunes.  

Abe says "stop the drug war," then sheepishly appends "...please." Marijuana is the new Obama. U.S. to yield marijuana jurisdiction to states