Episode #101 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Jaime Puerta and V.O.I.D.Episode #101 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Jaime Puerta and V.O.I.D.
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Daniel Puerta is one of the way too many daily victims of illicit drugs, V.O.I.D. Did Daniel overdose, poisoned, or murdered? Listen to his father Jaime, president of V.O.I.D. who is turning Daniel's memory into action in saving other children. Jaime Puerta is a United States Marine Corps Veteran, and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Puerta & Associates, Inc.; a small Interpreting business which specializes in furnishing Certified Interpreters to Attorney’s, Doctors and Courts working in the Workman’s Compensation field in the State of California. He resides in Santa Clarita, California, with his wife Claudia. Jaime is also the President of V.O.I.D., "Victims Of Illicit Drugs", a California 501C non-profit dedicated to educating parents and children of the dangers of illicit drug use, and also about the dangers that abound on social media platform. Jaime became involved in the fight against Fentanyl when his only son Daniel passed away due to Fentanyl Poisoning on April 6, 2020. Once he became involved, he immediately came to the conclusion that it was imperative to bring as many Fentanyl Advocacy and Awareness groups under one umbrella, noting that there is power in numbers; hence, the idea for a coalition came to light. Jaime is an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast, and rides his motorcycles whenever time permits him to do so. Jaime is featured in the documentary Dead on Arrival
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From Tragedy to Advocacy: Jaime Puerta's Fight Against Fentanyl
“We will always keep it up, it's not okay.”
How does a parent cope with the loss of a child to drug poisoning? In this heart-wrenching episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Jaime Puerta, the president of V.O.I.D. (Victims Of Illicit Drugs). Jaime shares the devastating story of his son Daniel, who tragically passed away after consuming fentanyl-laced drugs. Rather than letting grief consume him, Jaime has channeled his pain into a mission to save other children from similar fates.
Jaime’s journey is both moving and inspiring. As a United States Marine Corps Veteran and CEO of Puerta & Associates, Inc., Jaime has taken his skills and dedication to form V.O.I.D., a non-profit organization aimed at educating parents and children about the dangers of illicit drug use and the hidden threats on social media.
This episode covers a wide range of topics including the challenges of passing effective drug laws, the critical need for education in schools, and the importance of prevention science. Jaime also discusses the uphill battle of treating drug addiction and the complex implications of legalizing cannabis. His story is not just about loss but about resilience and hope. He emphasizes the power of community and advocacy in making real change.
The episode concludes with a poignant call-to-action: watch the documentary 'Dead on Arrival' and have open, honest conversations with loved ones about drug use. This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, whether personally or through a loved one. It’s a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there is hope and a path forward.
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