Episode 3: Interview with David Poses - Author, The Weight of Air

Episode 3: Interview with David Poses - Author, The Weight of Air

What if everything you thought you knew about addiction was wrong? In this eye-opening episode of 'Trapped: Understanding Addiction', author David Poses takes listeners on a raw and honest journey through his struggles with depression and heroin use. David doesn't just share his story; he dismantles the harmful stereotypes that often surround addiction. With a background as a writer, speaker, and activist, David is passionate about evidence-based treatment, drug policy, and harm reduction.

His insights are not just theoretical—they're lived experiences, making his perspective both unique and deeply personal. He discusses the emotional relief heroin provided him, the crushing guilt and shame that followed, and how stigma only complicated his path to recovery. David's book, 'The Weight of Air', delves into these issues in greater detail, offering a compelling narrative that challenges conventional views on addiction.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of addiction beyond the surface level. It's not just about drugs; it's about humanity, compassion, and the urgent need for change in how we approach addiction treatment.