Episode #122 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dominic Tierno and Dead on ArrivalEpisode #122 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dominic Tierno and Dead on Arrival
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Dead on Arrival is a heart wrenching documentary that is raw and real. Listen to Dominic Tierno the producer of the movie on why he made the movie and how it impacted him. Dominic Tierno has told stories through video since he was a child. As he grew into his teenage years, with the rise of social media, he realized he could use video to make an impact. Dominic won his first film festival award at the age of 16 for a motivational film called There Are No Limits (2013). Since then, Dominic has written, shot, directed, and edited 3 documentary films. His most recent is the internationally known Dead On Arrival (2021) which educates youth and parents about fentanyl. Dead On Arrival is currently being shown to millions of people in all 50 states, as well as in multiple Latin American countries. Dominic aims to bring light to darkness through raw and bold storytelling. His messaging has consistently been successful in effecting heart change in those who encounter it. Dominic’s desire is to use his God-given creative gifts to help set people free, save lives and change the world. Since 2018, Dominic has owned his own business serving clients in a variety of industries with multimedia content. Dominic has created countless videos used for online marketing, entertainment, and educational purposes, amassing hundreds of millions of views around the globe. He has also served as a creative consultant to individuals and organizations on a mission to find their identities and tell their stories. After over a decade of experience in various creative fields, Dominic has yet to lose his passion for telling powerful stories through video. His tenacity for excellence in multiple mediums has made him a versatile creative problem-solver. His commitment to glorify God in His work has enabled him to do more than he could have imagined as a young boy with a camera.
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From YouTube to Lifesaving Documentaries: Dominic Tierno's Mission Against Fentanyl
Episode Overview
- The episode sheds light on the urgent need for action in combating fentanyl-related deaths and emphasizes the critical role of prevention strategies.
- Dominic Tierno's journey from making YouTube videos as a child to producing impactful films underscores the transformative power of storytelling.
- The podcast delves into the root causes of drug use and the vital need for comprehensive prevention and intervention strategies.
- Dr. Lev and Dominic's unwavering commitment to raising awareness and driving action stands as a beacon of hope for combatting the devastating impact of drug addiction.
- Dominic's documentary, Dead on Arrival, serves as a powerful tool for igniting change and saving lives, transcending the realm of filmmaking to catalyze real-world impact.
“I want you to make films and tell stories that are going to change people's lives, change people's hearts, and ultimately change the world.”
How can a simple video change lives? In this eye-opening episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Dominic Tierno, the mastermind behind the documentary 'Dead on Arrival'. Dominic’s journey from a teenager making YouTube videos to an award-winning filmmaker is nothing short of inspiring. His latest work, 'Dead on Arrival', pulls no punches in exposing the deadly reality of fentanyl. The film has already reached millions across the U.S.
and Latin America, educating youth and parents about the dangers lurking in this potent drug. Dominic shares his heartfelt mission to use his storytelling skills to save lives and ignite change. If you're curious about how raw, bold storytelling can make a real-world impact, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Lev and Dominic discuss the critical need for awareness and prevention, highlighting the urgency of addressing the fentanyl crisis head-on.
Their conversation is not just informative but a rallying cry for action, shedding light on the dark corners of drug addiction and offering hope through education and intervention.
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