Podcasts about Drug use

Stephen Murray wants to change how we view drug users. After overcoming his own substance use disorder in his early 20s, he went on to save countless lives from overdose as a paramedic. He's now the founder and Executive Director of SafeSpot, the only government-funded overdose prevention hotline in the United States. In this episode, Stephen joins Stephanie to walk through the moments that transformed how he sees recovery and what it actually takes to save more lives. Order Steph's book Last Day: How to Stop Losing Our Loved Ones to the Opioid Crisis at https://bit.ly/LastDayBook, and the audiobook at https://bit.ly/3RW4WtF, or wherever books and audiobooks are sold. LAST DAY BOOK TOUR SCHEDULE Please join Steph on the road and RSVP at the links below!

The team finishes their first Long Rest since the shipwreck, and plans their escape. Check out our friends VARÚÐ RPG! Please follow us on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠! (and click the bell) Join us at ⁠⁠D&D in a Castle⁠⁠ July 18-22 or July 23-27! Story by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff (Co Game Masters) Produced, Co-Edited, with Co-Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Co-Sound Design, Co-Editing, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers: Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Dialogue Editing (first round) by Kasch Wilder Transcriptions by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Narrator / Game Master – K.A. Statz Narrator / Game Master – Travis Vengroff Yuehai – Sam Yeow Agé Ogun – Jasper William Cartwright Vind Greyview – Eric Nelsen Vivianna Bloodchamber – LilyPichu Jare Driftwood – Florian Seidler Algus Prazen – Roger Bowmer Music: Music Director / Arranged by - Travis Vengroff Music Engineer (Musiversal) - Gergő Láposi "Theme of the Realmweaver" Written & orchestrated by Steven Melin, Copyists Peter Jones & Steven Melin, Hurdy-Gurdy & Dulcimer by Enzo Puzzovio, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal "Wrath of Winter" Between Time Edition – Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Last Light" "Northrealm Theme" written by David Wise & Steven Melin, orchestrated by Christopher Siu & Catherine Nguyen (Copyist), lyrics by Travis Vengroff, Woodwinds by Kristin Naigus, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal "Fort Last" & "The Sunken Bulwark" – Written by Brandon Boone, Dulcimer by Kyle Paxton "Westmann's Hold" &"Eternal War" – Written by Steven Melin, Dulcimer by Kyle Paxton Cover art by Colin Lorimer with lettering by K.A. Statz Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Our Fool & Scholar Discord Lampreys! | Carol VengroffThis is a Fool and Scholar Production. We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of your support. Thank you for making this show possible! Check out our Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.DarkDice.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are also available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/84864738⁠⁠⁠⁠ Content Warnings: Death, Drug Use, Freezing, Gaslighting, Solitary Confinement, Starvation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Rebecca Huntley used supervised MDMA therapy to help her with complex PTSD and the legacy of childhood trauma.Rebecca's public life as a broadcaster, an author and a social researcher made her well-known to many Australians.But in private, Rebecca spent years grappling with complex PTSD and childhood trauma.At 50, while walking the Camino, she realised that despite decades of therapy, she was still living with a roiling anger about what had happened to her as a child.She decided to undergo MDMA therapy delivered by an underground healer. Further InformationRebecca Huntley's book Sassafras is published by Hachette.Since 2023, psychiatrist in Australia have been authorised to prescribe MDMA as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.You can read about some of the complications of how MDMA is prescribed here.

About this episode:   New research examines the relationship between the legalization of medicinal or recreational cannabis and patterns of alcohol, tobacco, and opioid use. In this episode: Lead author of the study, Sarah Windle, explains what her team's systematic review, published in the Milbank Quarterly, can tell us about whether legal cannabis is being used to substitute or to complement other substances. Guest:  Sarah Windle, MPH, is a PhD student in epidemiology at McGill University. Host:  Dr. Josh Sharfstein is distinguished professor of the practice in Health Policy and Management, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department.  Show links and related content:  Impacts of Global Cannabis Policy Changes on Substance Use: A Systematic Review of Quasi-Experimental Studies—The Milbank Quarterly Here's how cannabis legalization affected tobacco, alcohol and opioid use: McGill study—CTV News The Hazy World of Cannabis Policy—Public Health On Call (February 2025) Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. You can also email PublicHealthQuestion@jhu.edu to request a transcript. AI disclosure (as of September 2026): The conversations you hear on the podcast are happening between real humans, and real humans are developing and researching episodes behind the scenes. In addition to real human audio engineers, Public Health On Call uses AI production tools to assist with the removal of filler words and improve audio quality. If you have any questions about our use of AI, please reach out to PublicHealthQuestion@jhu.edu.  Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌PublicHealthPod on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

Who the hell is doing all this meth? Yesterday came the news that there were almost 2 million doses detected in wastewater sites over one week in April. One week. 2 million doses. Consumption in the first quarter of 2024 was 15% higher than it was over the previous four quarters. The numbers are big, but beyond the numbers, that is a lot of misery. Just looking at the ODT today, two headlines stood out: 'No way out, mum sucked into major meth trafficking operation,' and 'Fatal crash caused by distressed speeding mum high on meth'. You've seen the same sort of thing. And the scary thing is that those 2 million doses were discovered in wastewater sites – doesn't even begin to cover the septic tanks. The areas where meth is rife, like the Far North and the East Coast of the North Island, aren't even counted. Part of the reason for the massive upsurge might be cost. Apparently, the street price of meth in New Zealand is currently at its lowest level ever recorded thanks to a big intake from the internationals. Data from the Massey University New Zealand Drug Trends Survey says the average retail cost of meth is around about $334 per gram or $74 for a "point" (100 milligrams), so the price has come down by half over the last couple of years. I know people who do recreational drugs. They dabble in alcohol, they dabble in cannabis, they dabble in cocaine, and they do dabble. They appear to be able to pick it up and put it down without their drug of choice impacting their families and their businesses. You would have to wonder, given the amount of meth that's being consumed, can you dabble in meth as well? Is it something you can do on the weekend? I'm probably not the best person to be talking about this, but does it give you energy? Is it one that powers you up or calms you down? I have absolutely no idea. So if you need to be powered up or calmed down, whatever the drug can do, can you take it and then leave it? Because all the stories around meth are very 'Go Ask Alice' and 'Requiem for a Dream' type stories. Horror stories of what happens when you pick up a drug and you cannot put it down. Given I have an addictive personality, I know enough to stay well clear of the illegal drugs. But surely, given the kilos and kilos being consumed, not everybody is a tragic wreck. Why meth though? It's been around for a very, very long time and there have been I mean, easily the past 20 years we've been talking about how it can tear apart families, how it's funding gangs, how it's fuelling gang wars and turf wars. Why do you want to pay that money so that a gangster and his moll can fly first class to Europe? At least the gangsters who own liquor companies pay tax. Now Northland leaders are warning against the arrival of fentanyl in this country. Otangarei Trust CEO Martin Kaipo said it was only a matter of time before the zombie drug made its way into the country as crims looked for new opportunities. And you cannot be confident that people will steer clear of fentanyl despite the fact that there have been so many videos, so many social media stories, so many stories on the mainstream media about what that drug can do to people. The images of the walking zombies, the living dead, makes synnies look like a vitamin tonic by comparison. But if the drug dealers see a new opportunity, they will take it. The drugs can get here, clearly. Your South American route down through the islands is basically a free passage for the drug exporters and importers. Is it a drug you can dabble in? It's just when you look at the people who want to get off it and can't, that's the problem. You might think you might be able to dabble, but what happens when it starts to control you? There simply aren't the beds available if you want to detox. You'll be bloody lucky if you can find one. The damage it does to families, it's multi-generational in the Far North. People are trying desperately to, offer young people an alternative to drugs and drug dealing, but when there's not much up here up there, they see it as the only way they can make a crust. Who on earth is using the meth? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reassurances that life is not over after using methamphetamine as wastewater testing revealed record high consumption. The Herald's obtained a justice briefing showing almost two million doses were detected in testing in a single week in April. That equates to about $40 million in social harm and is 21% above the average amount consumed over the 12 months prior. Whakaronga Whanau Recovery Hub CEO Rhonda Zielinski told Kerre Woodham people absolutely can get their lives back after using meth. She says people tend to dwell on the bad side and think there's no coming back, but there are people in her life that are living testaments of overcoming meth addiction. Zielinski says that from personal experience, there seems to be more success in getting people off meth, than off alcohol. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Keller became a criminal defense attorney in Arizona, developed addictions to drugs and alcohol that compromised every professional boundary available, took on clients who were members of the New Mexican Mafia, and eventually crossed the single most alarming line available for an officer of the court — smuggling drugs and cell phones into prison for the same clients he was supposed to be defending — before getting caught and receiving a sentence of over six years inside the Arizona state prison system he had spent his career navigating from the other side of the courtroom. _____________________________________________ #mexicanmafia #arizona #truecrimestory #prisonstory #lawyer _____________________________________________ Thank you to PRIZEPICKS & FACTOR for sponsoring this episode: PrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! _____________________________________________ Factor: Head to https://factormeals.com/lockedin50off and use code lockedin50off to get 50 percent off and 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026 _____________________________________________ Connect with Jason Keller: https://www.instagram.com/soberithm?stkn=OTVsbDlpbWhnbjM3 _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: A Lawyer's Fall 00:34 Early Life and Legal Beginnings 03:10 Career as a Public Defender 05:43 Early Career and Private Practice 08:36 The Path to High-Profile Clients 12:39 Blurring Lines and Rationalizing Wrongs 15:04 The Plea Bargain System 20:46 First Drug Use and College Life 24:01 Addiction in the Family 26:30 Why Criminal Defense? 30:52 The Best Trial Attorneys 33:11 Respect for Public Defenders 38:42 Why the DUI Wasn't a Wake-Up Call 42:39 Life on Probation and Relapse 46:00 Treatment and the Road to Sobriety 52:00 A Moment of Clarity 54:00 Facing the Bar and Moving Forward 57:00 Drug Use in Daily Life 01:01:02 Did You Hurt Clients? 01:08:26 The Story of the Arrest 01:11:44 The Paperwork and the Heroin 01:21:03 Addiction and Decision-Making 01:23:50 Saying No and the Fallout 01:26:56 The Phone Request and Intimidation 01:31:44 Living in Fear and Paranoia 01:35:38 Getting the Phone In 01:38:48 The Charger and the Arrest 01:41:12 The Arrest and Bond 01:44:19 Family Reaction and the Fallout 01:46:56 Judge Takes Him Into Custody 01:49:41 Fear of the Mexican Mafia 01:52:00 The Second Case and Father's Involvement 01:56:00 Plea Negotiations and New Prosecutor 02:00:00 The Deal Falls Apart 02:04:00 Sentencing and Prison Time 02:06:36 The Extra Years 02:09:00 Punished for Not Cooperating 02:11:48 Life in Prison 02:16:12 Surprising Lessons from Prison 02:20:56 Good People in Prison 02:24:20 Re-Entry and Rehabilitation 02:25:25 Total Time Served and Reflection 02:27:23 Meeting His Wife and Telling His Story 02:28:48 Family and Children 02:30:56 Speaking Out and Helping Others 02:34:58 What He Knows Now 02:37:02 Gratitude and a New Life _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka  

CapRadio's Laura Fitzgerald reports on what happened during the last month of the legislative session. Plus, we dig into a new report that found a correlation between Prop 47 and homelessness. Finally, is the free Farm to Fork festival gone for good?

Desperate for warmth, the group investigates the source of the mysterious light. Please follow us on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠! (and click the bell) Join us at ⁠D&D in a Castle⁠ July 18-22 or July 23-27! Story by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff (Co Game Masters) Produced, Co-Edited, with Co-Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Co-Sound Design, Co-Editing, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers: Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Dialogue Editing (first round) by Kasch Wilder Transcriptions by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Narrator / Game Master – K.A. Statz Narrator / Game Master – Travis Vengroff Yuehai – Sam Yeow Agé Ogun – Jasper William Cartwright Vind Greyview – Eric Nelsen Vivianna Bloodchamber – LilyPichu Jare Driftwood – Florian Seidler Algus Prazen – Roger Bowmer Music: Music Director / Arranged by - Travis Vengroff Music Engineer (Musiversal) - Gergő Láposi "Theme of the Realmweaver" Written & orchestrated by Steven Melin, Copyists Peter Jones & Steven Melin, Hurdy-Gurdy & Dulcimer by Enzo Puzzovio, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal "Wrath of Winter" Between Time Edition – Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Last Light" "Northrealm Theme" written by David Wise & Steven Melin, orchestrated by Christopher Siu & Catherine Nguyen (Copyist), lyrics by Travis Vengroff, Woodwinds by Kristin Naigus, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Cover art by Anthony Avon with lettering by K.A. Statz Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Our Fool & Scholar Discord Lampreys! | Carol VengroffThis is a Fool and Scholar Production. We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of your support. Thank you for making this show possible! Check out our Merch: ⁠⁠⁠www.DarkDice.com⁠⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are also available: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/84864738⁠⁠⁠ Content Warnings: Death, Drug Use, Freezing, Gaslighting, Starvation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Bonnie shares the story of an exploitative narcissist who entered her life as a protector and gained control over everything she needed to survive. He listened to her, made her feel safe, and this was exactly what Bonnie had spent her life searching for. But then, the abuser got her hooked on drugs, and pulled her into a life consumed by addiction and crisis. As Bonnie became more dependent, everything carried a hidden cost. A financial, emotional, or physical debt that needed to be repaid. Access to her son, employment, housing, transportation, and her own body became sources of control. And whenever Bonnie challenged him, he threatened the things she needed most. It's a story of exploitation, coercive control, addiction as leverage, trauma bonding, weaponized help, survival mode, narcissistic abuse, financial abuse, identity theft, sexual coercion, physical intimidation, emotional abuse, child custody coercion, control through children, post-separation abuse, digital surveillance, bodily autonomy violations, threatened intimate-image abuse, employment sabotage, housing control, isolation, gaslighting, smear campaigns, retaliation, fear, confusion, entrapment, shame, self-doubt, self-blame, grief, and despair. CONTENT WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES PHYSICAL ABUSE, SUICIDE, DRUG USE, & SEXUAL COERCION. If you are in search of therapy from professionals dedicated to dealing with TRAUMA - Narcissist Apocalypse recommends REBOUND THERAPY and they can be reached at  hellorebound.com/na Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the years since the advent of social media have passed, we are learning more about the good, the bad, and the ugly related to this ever-present influence in the lives of our kids. New research from the University of South Queensland in Australia have found that teenagers who frequently use social media are three times more likely to try cannabis than those who use social media occasionally. Published in the Journal of Substance Abuse and Addiction Treatment, the study has links high social media use by teenagers with increased impulsivity and risk-taking, two aspects of teen life that already exist! These behaviors are both strongly associated with substance abuse experimentation. What do our kids encounter on social media? They encounter peer influence, trends, and other content that normalizes risk-taking and the use of substances. Parents, this is one more reminder of the fact that we need to peel our kids away from screens. Are you setting borders and boundaries?

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The number of New Zealanders using weight loss drugs, also known as GLP-1s, has tripled in the 11 months since they became available. With that increase, there is a rise in demand for quality protein. Weight loss specialist Dr Lara Courtenay spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about what she is seeing in her clinic.

Chris and Amy welcome comedian Dulce Sloan to the studio ahead of her appearance at the St Louis Art Museum this evening; a new study on drinking and drug use; family law attorney Susan L. Ward discusses divorces; do you remember these Out of Context clips for the week?

The group continues through the frozen wasteland as more horrors are heard in the distance. Please follow us on ⁠YouTube⁠! (and click the bell) Join us at D&D in a Castle July 18-22 or July 23-27! Story by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff (Co Game Masters) Produced, Co-Edited, with Co-Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Co-Sound Design, Co-Editing, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers: Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Dialogue Editing (first round) by Kasch Wilder Transcriptions by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Narrator / Game Master – K.A. Statz Narrator / Game Master – Travis Vengroff Yuehai – Sam Yeow Agé Ogun – Jasper William Cartwright Vind Greyview – Eric Nelsen Vivianna Bloodchamber – LilyPichu Jare Driftwood – Florian Seidler Perwit Stork – Travis Vengroff Music: Music Director / Arranged by - Travis Vengroff Music Engineer (Musiversal) - Gergő Láposi "Theme of the Realmweaver" Written & orchestrated by Steven Melin, Copyists Peter Jones & Steven Melin, Hurdy-Gurdy & Dulcimer by Enzo Puzzovio, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Between Time Editions of "Wrath of Winter" "A Corrupting Sound" – Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Echo of Seasons: Beyond Time Edition" – Written by Hitoshi Sakimoto, Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Lights Beyond the Trees" – Written by Yuzo Koshiro, Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Last Light" "On Shores of Silver" "Northrealm Theme" written by David Wise & Steven Melin, orchestrated by Christopher Siu & Catherine Nguyen (Copyist), lyrics by Travis Vengroff, Woodwinds by Kristin Naigus, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Cover art by Anthony Avon & Marcel Mercado with lettering by K.A. Statz Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Our Fool & Scholar Discord Lampreys! | Carol VengroffThis is a Fool and Scholar Production. We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of your support. Thank you for making this show possible! Check out our Merch: ⁠⁠www.DarkDice.com⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are also available: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/84864738⁠⁠ Content Warnings: Death, Drug Use, Gaslighting, Starvation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Northland community leader is concerned about the continuing spread of methamphetamine use in his area. 

According to a National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 16% of the workforce have a substance use disorder. Furthermore, according to the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, this is costing over $93 billion in lost productivity a year.  Proverbs 23 addresses all kinds of snares like alcohol, gluttony, and adultery. Proverbs 23:29 says, “Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has strife? Who ... The post The Cost of Bondage appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Dawdling will do the party no good, but exploring the isle means discovering its dangers... Please follow us on YouTube! (and click the bell) Story by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff (Co Game Masters) Produced, Edited, with Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Co-Sound Design, Co-Editing, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers: Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Dialogue Editing (first round) by Kasch Wilder Transcriptions by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Narrator / Game Master – K.A. Statz Narrator / Game Master – Travis Vengroff Yuehai – Sam Yeow Agé Ogun – Jasper William Cartwright Vind Greyview – Eric Nelsen Vivianna Bloodchamber – LilyPichu Jare Driftwood – Florian Seidler Orir – Dayn Russell Leonardson Ceelie - Hem Brewster Music: Music Director / Arranged by - Travis Vengroff Music Engineer (Musiversal) - Gergő Láposi "Theme of the Realmweaver" Written & orchestrated by Steven Melin, Copyists Peter Jones & Steven Melin, Hurdy-Gurdy & Dulcimer by Enzo Puzzovio, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Between Time Edition of "Wrath of Winter" – Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Wrath of Winter" & "A Corrupting Sound" written and co-orchestrated by Steven Melin, arranged and remixed by Travis Vengroff, Copyist & Co-Orchestrator Catherine Nguyen, Budapest Strings by Musiversal, Budapest Choir by Budapest Scoring (same soloists as below) "Here Comes The Boar Knight" – Written by Steven Melin, Orchestrated & Performed by Mike Pettry "Galaxy of Friendship" from the video game Super Galaxy Squadron - Written & Performed by Random Encounter (Travis' rock band) "Last Light" "On Shores of Silver" written by David Wise & Steven Melin, orchestrated by Christopher Siu & Catherine Nguyen (Copyist), lyrics by Travis Vengroff, Woodwinds by Kristin Naigus, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Cover art by Colin Lorimer with lettering by K.A. Statz Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Our Fool & Scholar Discord Lampreys! | Carol VengroffThis is a Fool and Scholar Production. We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of your support. Thank you for making this show possible! Check out our Merch: ⁠www.DarkDice.com⁠ Free Transcripts are also available: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/84864738⁠ Content Warnings: Death, Drug Use, Freezing to Death, Gaslighting, Starvation, Vomiting (acidic, from an animal) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) SAMHSA The 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) shows encouraging trends among adolescents and young adults with broad declines across past-month nicotine, alcohol, and marijuana use, and binge drinking, as well as reduced rates of substance use disorders, major depressive episodes, and suicidality.  Conversely, troubling overall increases occurred in past-month nicotine vaping and marijuana use, past-year use of marijuana and hallucinogens, and past-year marijuana use disorder. Interestingly, it is important to point out that these increases are driven by use among adults aged 26 or older. For each of these indicators, use among adults 26 or older all increased whereas use among youth 12 to 17 and young adults aged 18 to 25 either declined or remained stable.  Furthermore, while youth mental health improved, suicide indicators among adults aged 26-49 and 50+ rose between 2021 and 2025.  These findings highlight the importance of ensuring a lifespan approach to suicide prevention and mental health promotion and treatment initiatives, including incorporating age-related changes in physical abilities and social environments into prevention strategies.    Read this issue of the ASAM Weekly Subscribe to the ASAM Weekly Visit ASAM

Ohio Congressman Max Miller seeks re-election while facing domestic abuse, drug use allegations Heading into this upcoming election, U.S. Representative for Ohio's 7th District Republican Max Miller is seeking re-election, hoping to continue to represent residents in Cuyahoga, Medina, Wayne and Holmes counties. He's also facing allegations of domestic violence and drug use dating back two decades, which we discuss on Thursday's episode of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney. Many, though not all, of the accusations against Miller have been previously reported by Cleveland.com and other Northeast Ohio outlets in various levels of detail, but now Mother Jones which is operated by the Center for Investigative Reporting has published an extensive report after combing through thousands of pages of police reports and court documents connected to Miller's contentious child custody dispute over his two-year-old daughter he shares with ex-wife Emily Moreno, who is the daughter of Republican U.S. Senator for Ohio Bernie Moreno. Miller disputes many of these claims, and has not spoken publicly on others. We reached out to Rep. Miller asking him to speak with us today, but his communications director said they could not make this work for his schedule. We asked for a statement from the representative, and he declined to provide one. Please note in today's show we will be detailing specific allegations of abuse and violence against women. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the national domestic violence hotline can be reached at 1-800-799-SAFE. Guest: Abby Vesoulis, National Politics Reporter, Mother Jones Read Abby's reporting here: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/07/assault-misogyny-verbal-threats-records-detail-new-allegations-against-rep-max-miller-bernie-moreno/ Female decathletes assemble in Northeast Ohio amid calls for gender equity in the sport The decathlon, a series of ten track and field events is a part of the summer Olympic games every four years. The winner of the decathlon is often bestowed with the title - "The World's Greatest Athlete." But currently, only men are allowed to compete in the Olympic decathlon, and that rankles the feathers of some women who dedicate a lot of time and energy to competing in decathlon events at various levels. Next weekend, the Women's Decathlon World Championship takes place in Oberlin, as the calls to include women in the Olympic decathlon grow louder from some. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we hear from two local athletes who are competing in this year's world championships. They'll share what got them interested in the decathlon, how they balance training while working towards PhDs, and how they feel about gender equity in sports. Guests: - Madison Luthy, Decathlon Athlete; Cleveland State University Student - Katie Straus, Decathlon Athlete; University of Illinois Student You can find more information about the Women's Decathlon World Championships here: https://www.womens-decathlon.com/ "Shuffle" music podcast with host Amanda Rabinowitz Some people take offense to being called "What's his face." But not Ryan Cordero. On this week's "Shuffle," Ideastream Public Media's Amanda Rabinowitz talked with a rapper and producer finding his voice in Cleveland. Guest: - Ryan Cordero / Whats His Face, Musician

We got the goods on Matt Gaetz this week with a whopper of a Mea Culpa. Sex, drugs and politics inside the gated mansions of Orlando. The FBI seizes Gaetz's iPhone. Plus, a plot to run sham candidates in Florida races. The swamp never looked sleazier. Finally, we talk with Harvard Law School Professor Lawrence Lessig on how to fix the horrendous corruption that led to people like Matt GaetzTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Buckler talks to Richard Evans, owner of The Pocket Cafe & DUP Cllr Sarah Bunting

She's been in the news more often in the last year than at any other time of her 12 year stint on Winnipeg city council, and in Episode 28 you'll hear directly from Councillor Cindy Gilroy about the key issues heading into her re-election campaign.In Part 1, Gilroy reviews initiatives undertaken to preserve infrastructure and restore parks and trees in her Daniel McIntyre ward. 11.00- Marty Gold compares her success in saving amenities for the West End with the destruction of Happyland Pool in the St. Boniface neighborhood. "You're raising a very big challenge that all inner-city wards have ... we don't really balance it out," saying she is "always terrified of what could happen to Sherbrook Pool."17.25 Part 2- Gilroy describes her fight to ensure Sherbrook Pool is properly staffed and that the area is made safer for users, including adding cameras and staff. She advocates hiring locals as they 'get' the community, and wants to help establish programming to train kids to become lifeguards.As to homelessness and addictions, "that is something that has impacted residents and businesses in my ward," and she explains why she supports a managed encampment that city leaders refused to consider. "I cannot understand the rationale for leaving things the way they are... You are correct marty, we would see a reduction in the (emergency) services required... I do think there is room for the province to be part of the discussion."If services were delivered there and "not in neighborhoods where it's affecting families (it would be) much safer than wehave it now." Gilroy also believes overdose deaths would be reduced. 25.30 - Gilroy is asked about the NDP provincial government refusing to provide space on provincial property for homeless women and addicts at risk of exploitation in encampments. She called for law enforcement to arrest the perps.“They need to be in jail. If you are exploiting somebody, if you're raping somebody, they're not in an encampment- I want them in jail, that's the reality… if you're doing something so blatantly violent towards other people, you need to be in jail and kept in jail.” 31.00- In regards to the recent police blitz on open drug use, which included her ward, Gilroy supported it, stating “I have seen very blatant” outdoor drug dealing, and “my business owners are threatening to shut their doors because they feel unsafe.” Importantly, she noted that “sometimes, it was because theywere arrested” that addicts sought treatment and recovered. While Mayor Gillingham directed citizens to complain tothe Police Board after police chief Gene Bowers bowed to the demands of social service agencies to back off the crackdown, “I don't feel as a councillor, I have a say… It's a frustrating system in terms of what I can and can not do as an elected official.”Gilroy explains how the NDP's “Your Way Home” strategyprevents the city from removing encampments and move people along, and a lack of coordination between departments.37.45 Part 3 - We went into overtime to get Cindy Gilroy's views on issues like - The Arlington Bridge controversy after former Councillor Terry Wachniak tried to blow the whistle on potential risks to the public purse -"he has concerns that are valid." - The new restrictions on valuable public input to council, including that "5 minutes is not enough" and being denied the chance to respond to dubious 'verbal reports' by the bureaucrats. - "Dealing with the 'Strong Mayor' model that is not equitable" is Gilroy's solution, as "people who are not on EPC do not have the access to information." - (At 50.40) on the city nearing its borrowing limit: "I 100% think it's dire and we need to prioritize looking at these big massive projects when there's no need"- The "unbearable" effects of the disastrous WinnipegTransit roll-out and routing buses onto narrow residential roads: "I've used the system, they aren't being whiners." ****To support our reporting- martygoldlive@gmail.com

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a proposed change to what some Seattle City Councilmembers call a "failed" public drug use law, a lawsuit facing the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, a controversial idea to change the way the City of Seattle distributes free meals to school kids, the ongoing debate over security cameras near the stadium district, and a new public transit measure heading to your ballot soon. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Drinking is a really acceptable thing in the US. Most towns have liquor stores on every few corners. Every home decor store has products with some variation of the same, tongue-in-cheek humor: “Mommy's Go-Go Juice,” “I'm not whining, I'm wine-ing,” or “It's WINE O'CLOCK!” More often than not, explaining that you're sober can be more awkward than explaining that you binge drink every other weekend. In fact, in the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 79.2% of people aged 12 and up reported that they had consumed alcohol at some point in their lifetime.  Drinking is, for most people, considered “normal.” And for Laura McKowen, drinking was just a part of life – of work, of her social life, of relaxing. She didn't realize how destructive it was until things had gone too far and her brother confronted her, saying, “This is your thing. You can't drink.” Laura is here today to walk us through her addiction, guilt, turmoil, recovery, and path onwards, sharing the nine things that anyone facing addiction needs to hear. References: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. (2025). Alcohol use in the United States: Age groups and demographic characteristics. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohol-topics-z/alcohol-facts-and-statistics/alcohol-use-united-states-age-groups-and-demographic-characteristics Watch us on YouTube here! Get this episode ad-free here! Listen to Geoffrey's album on Spotify and Apple! You can buy Nora's books on Bookshop or Amazon, or wherever you buy books. Nora is on IG, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Our Sponsors: ❤️ Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/TFA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/TFA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/TFA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❤️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear, at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❤️ Experience your juiciest and deepest sensual experience with a bottle of Foria. FORIA is offering a special deal for our listeners. Get 20% off your first order by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/tfa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code TFA at checkout. That's F-O-R-I-A WELLNESS DOT COM FORWARD SLASH TFA for 20% off your first order. I recommend trying Awaken or their Pleasure Set with all three of their best sellers. ❤️ Turns out you don't need a real job. Build your own business with a free trial at shopify.com/tfa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Maytham speaks to Charity Monareng, Vusubuntu spokesperson and Executive Director of Students for Sensible Drug Policy International, about the launch of the Vusubuntu Coalition and its call to decriminalise drugs for personal use in South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Tortoise Shack podcast, Senator Lynn Ruane returns to talk about the cross-party Oireachtas Committee Report on Drug Use. She discusses the report's recommendations, harm reduction, decriminalisation, and trauma-informed care, emphasising the need for evidence-based policies and community-led initiatives to reduce drug-related harm. We also get into the Government and Garda response. Do not skip this one. Petro Speech: https://portside.org/2022-09-24/colombian-president-gustavo-petro-calls-end-war-drugs-historic-un-address Oireachtas Report:https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/committees/34/drugs-use/ Constantin Gurdgiev on Trump, the AI economy and more:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-161617099

Joining Elias on this morning's show were Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, and columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive experience analysing legal, political, and social issues and Manager of the GemStar Circle of Excellence Scholarship Program. Among the topics discussed were: We had Dr. Karim Elayoubi on the program yesterday. The doctor is the Quebec Conservative Party’s healthcare critic. He used the opportunity to present his party’s vision for Quebec healthcare, saying his party is looking to Europe and Asia for solutions to healthcare, not the United States. More than 1,800 St-Henri residents have signed a petition calling on all levels of government to intervene in a situation they say has worsened since La Maison Benoit Labre opened the city’s first supervised consumption site two years ago. Québec solidaire says it has an answer in order to stop landlords who buy buildings, increase rents before selling them at a profit, while evicting tenants. A new report from the Greater Montreal Observatory is not giving any optimism as it ranked the greater Montreal area 42nd out of the 43 major metropolitan areas in North America in terms of housing availability.

As a neuroscientist and psychology professor at Columbia University who studies the immediate and long-term effects of illicit substances, Carl Hart believes that all drugs — including heroin, methamphetamines, and cocaine — should be legalized. Steve talks to Carl about his new book, Drug Use for Grown-Ups, and Carl tells Steve why decriminalizing drugs is as American as apple pie. This episode originally aired on May 21st, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to today's podcast... The United Nations estimates today that more than 240 million people in the world suffer from illicit drug use. This represents 4.7% of the world's population. The breadth of the global drug problem carries a heavy burden on public health systems and workplaces with respect to treatments, care and prevention. In the world, a third of all substance abusers are women. Women are more inclined to consume opioids and prescription tranquillizers compared to men, who would be 3 times more likely to consume cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency! Here are today's Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking: Substance use may cause issues at work by impacting a person's judgment, alertness, perception, motor coordination or emotional state which also impacts working safely or making safety sensitive decisions. Certain elements of work may contribute to the use of substances such as high stress, high demand/low control situations, low job satisfaction, long hours or irregular shifts, and fatigue. Employers need to design policies which outline what is an acceptable code of behaviour and what is not. By establishing or promoting programs such as an Employee Assistance Program, employees can gain better access to community services. Education is the key. Managers and supervisors should continue to be educated on how to recognize and deal with substance use issues, and employees should continue to offer educational programs about positive coping strategies and where to go if help is needed. Remember, If you like today's wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. Looking for resources to build your healthy workplace? Check out my top 10 tips under Resources and Courses at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Supreme Court Rulings on Gun Rights and Drug Use. Guest: Richard Epstein. In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled that marijuana use alone does not justify the categorical stripping of a citizen's Second Amendment rights. Epstein critiques the court's narrow reliance on originalism, suggesting a "police power" analysis should instead determine if a person poses an immediate physical threat. 4

Portland's Business Struggles and Las Vegas's SCHEDULE JBS 6-19-2026.1900 LAGrowth. Guest: Jeff Bliss. High taxes and progressive policies in Portland are driving a corporate exodus, including Under Armour, as business districts empty. Conversely, Las Vegas is thriving, highlighted by the opening of a massive four-story In-N-Out on the Strip. The segment also covers California's proposed wealth tax and calls to nationalize AI. 1Ethics Investigations into the Newsom Administration. Guest: Jeff Bliss. Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, face investigations regarding millions in "behested payments" from entities like PG&E to her media company. While Newsom dismisses the probe as political weaponization, critics suggest these payments indicate potential undue influence and significant ethical scandals within the administration. 2Critique of Middle East Ceasefire Strategy. Guest: Richard Epstein. Epstein argues that recurring ceasefire declarations are merely strategic devices for rearmament rather than genuine steps toward peace. He criticizes current negotiation styles for alienating allies and failing to pursue the unconditional surrender of adversaries, which he believes is the only stable solution for regional security. 3Supreme Court Rulings on Gun Rights and Drug Use. Guest: Richard Epstein. In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled that marijuana use alone does not justify the categorical stripping of a citizen's Second Amendment rights. Epstein critiques the court's narrow reliance on originalism, suggesting a "police power" analysis should instead determine if a person poses an immediate physical threat. 4Economic Resilience in D.C. and Lancaster County. Guest: Jim McTague. A drop in gasoline prices has boosted consumer spending at retail stores and supermarkets. While D.C. remains popular with tourists, employers are struggling to find workers with specialized technical skills. Meanwhile, the housing market remains robust at the high end despite higher interest rates. 5Italian Defense Pressures and the Summer Heatwave. Guest: Lorenzo Fiori. Italy's government is balancing NATO's demands for increased military spending against rising energy costs. Simultaneously, a record-breaking heatwave reaching 104°F in Milan is straining public resources, prompting Fiori to recommend the cooler Garfagnana region for its fresh environment and traditional bean and cabbage soup. 6SpaceX's Aggressive Launch Schedule and Innovation. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Gwynne Shotwell indicates that SpaceX's Starship may begin operational flights and orbital refueling tests by year's end. The company is also demolishing older facilities at Vandenberg for new launchpads, while private startups advance 3D-printed rockets and orbital satellite rescue missions to assist aging telescopes. 7Mars Discoveries and Cosmological Mysteries. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. The discovery of galaxies devoid of dark matter is challenging fundamental astronomical theories. On Mars, the Curiosity rover has reached smooth ground after five years of rocky terrain. Additionally, orbiters have detected multiple dust devils and potential frost and ice in the planet's equatorial regions during winter. 8Literary Giants of the New England Renaissance. Guest: Bruce Nichols. This segment explores the intense relationship between Hawthorne and Melville, who dedicated Moby Dick to Hawthorne. While Ralph Waldo Emersonoften criticized their dark worldviews, these authors, alongside Walt Whitman and Margaret Fuller, were instrumental in inventing a uniquely original and enduring American literary voice. 9Thoreau's Performative Solitude at Walden Pond. Guest: Bruce Nichols. Henry David Thoreau built his famous cabin on land owned by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Contrary to his image as a total hermit, Thoreau was quite social, often walking into town for fresh-cooked meals and laundry. He eventually spent years refining his journals into the masterpiece Walden. 10The Struggles and Triumphs of Louisa May Alcott. Guest: Bruce Nichols. Louisa May Alcott supported her family because her father, Bronson Alcott, failed to earn a consistent living. She served as a Civil War nurse, dealing with horrific casualties before contracting a severe illness she attributed to mercury poisoning. Her 1868 novel Little Womenfinally resolved the family's debts. 11The Literary Legacy and Final Days of the Alcotts. Guest: Bruce Nichols. Following the success of Little Women, Alcott resisted fan demands for her protagonist to marry Laurie, choosing an independent path. As the circle aged, both Emerson and Bronson Alcott suffered significant cognitive decline, with Louisa providing essential financial and personal support until her death in 1888. 12Diplomatic Strains and Escalation Risks in Ukraine. Guest: Anatol Lieven. European leaders are divided over initiating direct negotiations with Russia as the war remains stuck on the ground. While some advocate for offering Putina "golden bridge" to claim a symbolic victory, others argue for continued pressure, despite the constant risks of accidental or nuclear escalation. 13The Rise of Andy Burnham in UK Politics. Guest: Anatol Lieven. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is emerging as a formidable potential successor to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Though Burnham enjoys strong regional support, he faces daunting national issues, including the funding crisis in the NHS and Britain's inability to borrow like the United States. 14A Vision for Governance Reform in Canada. Guest: Conrad Black. Biographer Conrad Black and billionaire Stephen Jarislowsky have proposed recommendations to streamline Canadian governance by reducing duplicated bureaucracy. They argue that Canada's public service is top-heavy and that lowering corporate and personal taxes is essential for maintaining economic growth and competitiveness with the United States. 15CISA's Mission to Protect Critical Infrastructure. Guest: Francis Rose. Acting Director Nick Anderson explains CISA's role as a vital clearinghouse for cyber threat information across federal and private sectors. Since 85% of critical infrastructure is privately owned, CISA focuses on information exchange to prevent bad actors from moving laterally to disrupt water or power supplies. 16

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Dr Tesfa Yimer, a postdoctoral researcher at the National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research, The University of Queensland, Australia. The interview covers Tesfa's research article taking a regional perspective on substance use related problems in Ethiopia.The importance of examining drug-related problems in Ethiopia [01:00]Commonly consumed drugs in Ethiopia [01:51]Khat and its use in Ethiopia [02:50] The prevalence of Khat [04:08]The relationship between religion and drug use [04:41]The emerging drug-related concerns in Ethiopia [06:05]The transit routes in Ethiopia that make it stand out in East Africa [08:52]The substance use disorder treatment landscape in Ethiopia [09:44]The regulation of tobacco, alcohol, khat and cannabis [11:15]The major research gaps in Ethiopia with regards to drug use [13:19]The take home messages [14:56]About Elle Wadsworth: Elle is an academic fellow with the Society for the Study of Addiction. She is based at the University of Bath with the Addiction and Mental Health Group and her research interests include drug policy, cannabis legalisation, and public health. Elle holds a voluntary role at The Loop, a non-profit service provider of drug checking in the UK. About Tesfa Yimer: Tesfa is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research, The University of Queensland, Australia. Tesfa's research is focused on addiction epidemiology and drug policy. His research aims to generate evidence-informed policy recommendations to reduce substance-related harms and improve public health outcomes. Tesfa is currently working to understand the social and public health impacts of cannabis policies.Declarations of interest: None Original article: Regional perspectives: Substance use related problems in Ethiopia https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70392The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal.The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Mongols MC leader Mooch sits down to reveal the inside story of motorcycle club life, the Mongols' war with the Hells Angels, ATF informants, RICO cases, and what really happened behind the scenes of major biker investigations. In this episode, Mooch breaks down how federal informants allegedly infiltrated motorcycle clubs, how Operation Black Rain impacted the Mongols MC, and why he believes many members were pressured through RICO charges and plea deals. He also talks about club politics, being labeled “out bad,” the fight over the Mongols patch, the rise of biker club violence, and the reality of life after leaving the patch. Mooch gives a rare firsthand look at the structure of the Mongols Motorcycle Club, the rules members live by, the conflict with the Hells Angels, and how biker culture has changed through social media, pop culture, and federal pressure. This is a deep dive into outlaw motorcycle clubs, brotherhood, betrayal, informants, law enforcement, and redemption after leaving the life. Topics include:Mongols MC, Hells Angels, ATF informants, RICO cases, Operation Black Rain, biker wars, motorcycle club politics, federal investigations, outlaw motorcycle clubs, life after the patch, and Mooch's personal journey. Go Support Mooch! Book: https://a.co/d/0bK2pZwm Podcast: @automotoent IG: https://www.instagram.com/og__mooch Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Introduction & The Mongols' Reputation 01:10 Meet Mooch: Inside Mongols Culture 03:30 Leaving the Club & 'Out Bad' Explained 05:54 Speaking Publicly & Club Structure 08:00 International Chapters & Racial Politics 13:34 Membership Growth & Changing Biker Image 20:45 Dues, Club Size, and Prospecting 25:25 Mongols Bylaws & Internal Discipline 32:30 Drug Use, Criminality & Club Culture 39:05 Federal Prosecution: Myths, Informants, & Racketeering 48:54 Undercover Stings & Entrapment Tactics 58:18 Mooch's Arrests & Justice System Challenges 01:12:00 Life After Mongols & Positive Change 01:19:44 What Does '1%' Mean Today? 01:26:30 Leadership, Politics & Club Conflicts 01:34:00 Club Growth, Violence & The Changing Landscape 01:40:00 Law Enforcement, Propaganda & Final Thoughts 01:41:30 Mooch's Book, Podcast & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A study out of Bowling Green State University found a dangerous fungus present on needles used to inject drugs.

After former satanist Jordan Nettleton quit psychedelics and entered rehab, he expected peace. Instead, while completely sober, the darkness intensified: paranormal activity, sleep paralysis, demonic attacks, and a terrifying out-of-body experience. In his most desperate moment, Jordan cried out: "Jesus, please save me."  His life completely changed after that... Content note: This conversation is shared as a testimony and a warning. It includes mature discussion of drug addiction, depression and suicidal thoughts. We do not condone or endorse the use of drugs in any way or capacity. NEW Everyday Miracles compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracles compilation book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everyday-miracles-julie-hedenborg/1146173449?ean=9798881501808 Subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast1395 Website for Everyday Miracles Podcast, apply to share your story: http://everydaymiraclespodcast.com/ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-miracles-podcast/id1447430033 Follow Everyday Miracles Podcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everydaymiraclespodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaymiraclespodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast X: https://x.com/miracles9598 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hedenborg-452028a7/ Email Julie directly: everydaymiraclespodcast@gmail.com Follow Jordan on his accounts: On YouTube  @Living4Christ444  or TikTok @fromsatan2saved or @fromsatan2saved2 00:00 Intro 02:44 Drug Use at Age 12 05:23 DMT and Entity Encounters 07:08 A Warning From the Spirit Realm 10:15 Satanism and the Tattoos 13:10 Rehab and Sobriety 14:04 Sleep Paralysis and Attacks 17:10 Calling Out to Jesus 21:08 Baptism and Freedom 22:20 Life After Jesus 24:05 The Spiritual Battle 28:40 Reaching People 30:30 Ending Prayer

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This episode features Chris Cavanaugh discussing equitable care for patients with substance use history, focusing on harm reduction, stigma, and best practices for infusion therapy across various settings.

Being locked up in prison is hard - but often the real test comes when you're released. In part 2 of this discussion, Tahlia Isaac takes Gary inside the raw reality of life in a women's maximum-security facility: 22-hour lockdowns, mothers crying for children they can't reach, Aboriginal matriarchs ripped from their communities, and women imprisoned for nothing more than driving without a licence. Then comes the moment when the doors swing open…to no money, support, or protection. Tahlia argues that the system doesn't need fixing, it needs to be completely torn down and rebuilt, which is exactly what she’s trying to do now through her charity Project:herSELF. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the rise of hormone therapy and anti-aging medical practices, how should amateur athletes be thinking about drug use?

Thousands upon thousands of lightly-dressed partiers will descend on the Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend for EDC. But as they head to a weekend of debauchery and – for many, substance use – some revelers are opting to take advantage of free Naloxone (also known as Narcan), which can quickly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. The drug has existed for decades, but only recently became the linchpin in nationwide efforts to staunch the opioid epidemic. So what changed? Host Jesse Merrick sits down with Leah Shepherd, executive director of the nonprofit Victoria's Voice, to discuss what EDC-goers can tell us about how regular people are helping end the opioid crisis.  Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, May 13th episode: The Neon Museum Zen Leaf Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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Bill Bennett, also known as "Billy the Biker," joins Locked In with Ian Bick to share his unbelievable story of living over 50 years in the outlaw biker world. After being drafted during the Vietnam era, Bill's life took a wild turn, leading him down a path of crime, addiction, and eventually prison. In this episode, he opens up about what it was really like being a 1% biker, the violence and chaos he experienced, and how he survived decades of living on the edge. From battling addiction and doing time behind bars to cheating death multiple times—including life-threatening medical emergencies—Bill breaks down the moments that should have ended his life but didn't. Now a survivor and founder of a nonprofit helping veterans, he reflects on the lessons learned and how he turned everything around. _____________________________________________ #BikerLife #OnePercenter #PrisonStories #TrueCrime #ExCon #AddictionRecovery #SurvivalStory #LockedInPodcast _____________________________________________ Buy Bill's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Cheatin-Reaper-Lessons-Ive-Learned/dp/B0CTRWG8JP _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Billy the Biker's Introduction 01:16 Early Life in Queens and Levittown 03:32 Childhood Trouble and Cub Scout Stories 05:19 Family Life and Early Rebellion 07:01 Drugs, High School, and Wild Youth 09:02 First Arrests and Teenage Chaos 11:00 Drafted Into the Army 13:11 Military Life, Drug Use, and Near Misses 15:20 Drug Dealing and Black Panthers 17:40 Scams, Smuggling, and Surviving the Army 20:03 Near-Death Experience & Out-of-Body Encounter 22:00 Discharge, Family Illness, and Fleeing the Military 24:13 AWOL Adventures, Shoplifting, and Chasing Home 27:00 Turning Self In, More Jail Time, and Old Friends 32:04 Prison Life, Retribution, and Survival 36:05 Post-Prison Struggles, More Crime, and Near Fatal Overdose 40:00 Rebuilding Life, Selling Coke, and Bar Tales 44:16 Freebase Craziness and Brushes With Death 48:21 Family Losses and Reflections on Death 51:19 Survivor's Guilt and Love 54:17 Revenge, Redemption, and Nonprofit Work 57:44 Beating Up Bad Guys and Collections 01:02:00 Life as a Biker, Clubs, and Hustles 01:07:45 Quitting Drugs and Turning a Corner 01:13:13 Wild Biker Stories and Barroom Tales 01:17:40 Final Reflections, Regrets, and Lessons Learned _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Bennett, also known as “Billy the Biker,” joins Locked In with Ian Bick to share his unbelievable story of living over 50 years in the outlaw biker world. After being drafted during the Vietnam era, Bill's life took a wild turn, leading him down a path of crime, addiction, and eventually prison. In this episode, he opens up about what it was really like being a 1% biker, the violence and chaos he experienced, and how he survived decades of living on the edge. From battling addiction and doing time behind bars to cheating death multiple times—including life-threatening medical emergencies—Bill breaks down the moments that should have ended his life but didn't. Now a survivor and founder of a nonprofit helping veterans, he reflects on the lessons learned and how he turned everything around. _____________________________________________ #BikerLife #OnePercenter #PrisonStories #TrueCrime #ExCon #AddictionRecovery #SurvivalStory #LockedInPodcast _____________________________________________ Buy Bill's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Cheatin-Reaper-Lessons-Ive-Learned/dp/B0CTRWG8JP _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Billy the Biker's Introduction 01:16 Early Life in Queens and Levittown 03:32 Childhood Trouble and Cub Scout Stories 05:19 Family Life and Early Rebellion 07:01 Drugs, High School, and Wild Youth 09:02 First Arrests and Teenage Chaos 11:00 Drafted Into the Army 13:11 Military Life, Drug Use, and Near Misses 15:20 Drug Dealing and Black Panthers 17:40 Scams, Smuggling, and Surviving the Army 20:03 Near-Death Experience & Out-of-Body Encounter 22:00 Discharge, Family Illness, and Fleeing the Military 24:13 AWOL Adventures, Shoplifting, and Chasing Home 27:00 Turning Self In, More Jail Time, and Old Friends 32:04 Prison Life, Retribution, and Survival 36:05 Post-Prison Struggles, More Crime, and Near Fatal Overdose 40:00 Rebuilding Life, Selling Coke, and Bar Tales 44:16 Freebase Craziness and Brushes With Death 48:21 Family Losses and Reflections on Death 51:19 Survivor's Guilt and Love 54:17 Revenge, Redemption, and Nonprofit Work 57:44 Beating Up Bad Guys and Collections 01:02:00 Life as a Biker, Clubs, and Hustles 01:07:45 Quitting Drugs and Turning a Corner 01:13:13 Wild Biker Stories and Barroom Tales 01:17:40 Final Reflections, Regrets, and Lessons Learned _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unbiased journalists Paulie & Tony Fusco tell you why the Philadelphia Eagles just had the greatest draft EVER, and why Makai Lemon could be the greatest pick in NFL history. Plus, they react to accusations about a former Jets coach using drugs, and deliver what are bound to be VERY controversial takes on Bronny James, LeBron James, and the WNBA. Rate and review the pod 5-stars on Apple Podcasts bro. Get 25% off EVERYTHING in merch store HERE from 4/30 - 5/3 bro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week we talk about the most fascinating stories in the news and what they say about the Pacific Northwest. We call it Front Page. It’s our chance to talk about the latest news with a rotation of plugged-in journalists and guests, taking a look at the headlines from the weekend and the stories that we'll be following as the week moves forward. Guest: Cat Smith, KUOW politics editor Related links: Public Safety Committee 4/28/2026 | Seattle Channel Washington state says Geo Group refuses to let health inspectors into detention facility | KING 5 Behind Meta’s Huge Layoffs Is a Relentless Shift Toward AI | WSJ Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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If you haven't experienced alcohol addiction yourself, chances are someone close to you has. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, roughly 29 million people in the United States are living with alcohol use disorder. It affects people from every walk of life, including many who never expected to struggle with substance use.Today's guest on Grieving Out Loud, Katie Lain, says her path into addiction wasn't sudden. It happened gradually, after spending more time around people who drank frequently, until she found herself caught in it.Katie eventually found her way out with the help of treatment and a medication that isn't often part of the conversation. In this episode, she shares her story, how she reached out for help and what ultimately made the difference.Learn more about Katie's story and the Sinclair Method at Thrive Alcohol Recovery.Related Episodes:After a two-decades' long alcohol addiction, a husband and father finds recover through Emily's HopeAlcohol and women: A dangerous combinationA Wife's Battle With Addiction, A Husband's Journey to Love Her Through ItSend us Fan MailBehind every number is a story of a life cut short, a family shattered, and a community devastated.They were...daughterssonsmothersfathersfriendswiveshusbandscousinsboyfriendsgirlfriends.They were More Than Just A Number. Support the showConnect with AngelaFollow Grieving Out LoudFollow Emily's HopeRead Angela's BlogSubscribe to Grieving Out Loud/Emily's Hope UpdatesSuggest a GuestFor more episodes and information, just go to our website, emilyshope.charityWishing you faith, hope and courage!Podcast producers:Casey Wonnenberg King & Kayli Fitz

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are prescribed for weight loss, diabetes, and blood-sugar management. But as more people use them, patients are reporting a decrease in cravings for drugs and alcohol. Researchers are now investigating whether GLP-1s might be effective for treating alcohol and drug addiction.  How much do we know? What are the risks? And do these drugs tell us anything new about the biology of addiction? Host Flora Lichtman talks with neuroscientist Joseph Schacht, who is conducting a clinical trial on GLP-1s and alcohol use; and Sarah Carstens, addictions clinical director of Outpatient Services at Penn Medicine's Princeton House Behavioral Health. Guests: Dr. Joseph Schacht is the co-director of the Division of Addiction Science, Prevention, and Treatment at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine.  Sarah Carstens is the addictions clinical director of Outpatient Services at Penn Medicine's Princeton House Behavioral Health.  Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Rivkah Reyes became known for their role as Katie in the hit movie School of Rock, performing alongside Jack Black and becoming part of one of the most iconic music comedies of the early 2000s. But life after childhood fame didn't turn out the way many people might expect. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Rivkah opens up about growing up in the spotlight, the pressures that came after the movie, and the struggles that followed including addiction, identity, and trying to find stability after early success. Rivkah shares the reality of what life was like after School of Rock, how fame at a young age can shape a person's path, and what it took to confront those challenges and begin rebuilding. _____________________________________________ #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #schoolofrock #childstar #childactor #addictionstory #celebrityinterview #truecrimepodcast _____________________________________________ Connect with Rivkah Reyes: https://www.instagram.com/rivkah.reyes/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 From Normal Kid to Child Actor 05:50 Childhood, School, and Family Life 11:00 Discovering Creativity and Performing 17:00 Getting Cast in School of Rock 21:00 Life After Fame and Rejection 24:00 Struggling With Identity and Fitting In 28:00 Bullying, Escapism, and Early Addiction 33:00 Drug Use, Consequences, and Hitting Bottom 38:00 Getting Sober and Turning Life Around 43:00 Reflecting on Addiction and Recovery 47:00 Advice for Young People Struggling 51:00 New Projects and What's Next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices