Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
213: Embracing Recovery and Losing Anonymity with Sam Quinones
213: Embracing Recovery and Losing Anonymity with Sam Quinones
213: Embracing Recovery and Losing Anonymity with Sam Quinones
Monday 26th December 2022
Explore America's fentanyl crisis with journalist Sam Quinones, offering hope and insights into recovery and community support.
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Author:
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- 107,000 overdose deaths reported in 2021.
- Fentanyl involved in 70% of overdose deaths.
- Sam Quinones discusses synthetic drug epidemic.
- Importance of confronting addiction openly.
- Community and personal stories offer hope.
Confront it, talk about it very bluntly, very upfront, and people will come to understand.
In the latest episode of the Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind delves into the alarming drug crisis currently gripping America. With the CDC reporting a staggering 107,000 overdose deaths in 2021, nearly 70% of which involved fentanyl, the urgency of addressing this issue is more pressing than ever. Duane is joined by guest Sam Quinones, a distinguished journalist, storyteller, and author known for his insightful narratives on the opioid epidemic.
Sam Quinones shares his expertise and experiences, having authored books like 'Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic' and 'The Least of Us: True Tales of American Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth.' His works not only highlight the devastation caused by synthetic drugs but also offer a glimmer of hope through community stories and recovery journeys.
Sam emphasizes the importance of confronting addiction openly and honestly, urging individuals to share their stories and break the cycle of anonymity. Throughout the episode, Sam discusses the transformation in drug trafficking, with Mexican cartels overtaking pharmaceutical companies in supplying potent synthetic drugs like fentanyl and methamphetamine. He sheds light on the psychological impacts, including widespread psychosis and homelessness, fueled by these substances.
Despite the bleak statistics, Sam and Duane focus on the power of community support and personal narratives in overcoming addiction. Listeners are encouraged to explore Sam's writings, particularly 'The Least of Us,' which underscores the resilience and hope within communities battling addiction. As the conversation unfolds, Sam shares inspiring stories of individuals like Angie Odom, whose actions embody the principles of compassion and community upliftment.
For those seeking more information or wishing to connect with Sam Quinones, he is accessible via his website samquinones.com, and active on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Duane wraps up the episode by thanking listeners for their support and urging them to continue engaging with the Addicted Mind Podcast community online. This episode serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing battle against synthetic drugs and the importance of collective efforts in recovery and healing.