Methadone and Covid-19Methadone and Covid-19
New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery
A Discussion with Helen Redmond
56:20•12 Jul 2023
Helen Redmond on Methadone Clinics: Pandemic Impacts and Historical Insights
Episode Overview
- Explore the historical perspective and racial implications of the methadone clinic system
- Understand the impact of the pandemic on methadone access in America
- Uncover proposed legislation and its potential impact on addiction treatment
- Advocate for the liberation and end of oppression for those receiving methadone treatment
“It's about the liberation, the ending of the oppression of people who take methadone.”
Ever wondered how the pandemic has affected methadone access in America? Helen Redmond, a Harlem-based documentary filmmaker, journalist, licensed clinical social worker, and NYU professor, has been documenting America's addiction crisis and treatment system for years. In her new documentary, 'Swallow This: A Documentary About Methadone & COVID-19,' she sheds light on the pandemic's impact on methadone access and puts addiction treatment into a larger historical context.
Helen sits down with Marshall Poe on the 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction, and Recovery' podcast to discuss the origins of the methadone clinic system, its racial implications, and proposed legislation. She passionately advocates for a radical shift in the system to free methadone and end the oppression of those receiving treatment.
Whether you're a student, a professional in the field, or someone curious about the societal impacts of drugs and recovery, this episode offers a compelling look at the challenges and potential solutions in methadone treatment.
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