Dont Die Episode Twenty EightDont Die Episode Twenty Eight
Bob Forrest's Don't Die Podcast
Advocating safe injection sites, needle exchange programs, 911 police policies, concert stories, The greatest new bands, cold medicines, horse boners and Vice President Pence.
46:16•1 Nov 2017
Bob Forrest on Safe Injection Sites, Needle Exchanges, and More
“All she really wants is to help me stay safe and not get aids and not get hepatitis c and not die.”
Why are safe injection sites and needle exchange programs still so controversial? In this episode of Bob Forrest's 'Don't Die Podcast', Bob and his co-host Chuk dive into the heated debate surrounding these life-saving initiatives. They pull no punches, discussing the undeniable benefits these programs offer in reducing disease spread and saving lives, while also addressing the stubborn resistance they face from many states.
Bob gets personal, sharing his own struggles with addiction and reflecting on how such programs could have made a difference in his journey. But it’s not all heavy; the duo also lightens the mood with some wild concert stories and a chat about the hottest new bands. They even throw in some thoughts on 911 police policies and the peculiar world of cold medicines and horse boners.
Whether you’re knee-deep in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about these hot-button issues, this episode offers a raw and honest perspective on addiction, treatment, and the road to recovery.
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