Rick Mountcastle and Ed Bisch Forcing the Sacklers to Admit Guilt
Rick Mountcastle and Ed Bisch Forcing the Sacklers to Admit Guilt

The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return

Ed Bisch's son died of an overdose of Oxycontin. Ed didn't sit by. He started researching Oxycontin and its manufacturer - Purdue Pharma; AND the family behind it - The Sacklers. He has been fighting this battle for years and doesn't see giving up...

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The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return

Joanie Sigal

This podcast addresses hope and recovery options for individuals, friends, family, parents and associates who have been or may be addicted to opioids, heroin, cocaine, prescription drugs, fentanyl, and want to overcome the addiction. There are interviews with former addicts, stories of having gone through numerous failed rehabes, parents and loved ones that describe the horrors and ultimate methods they have sought to save lives and help. Issues include the changing world of rehab, from 12 step programs to successful and effective alternative approaches to detox, withdrawal, and education for stable life style changes for former addicts. The benefits and dangers of different types of rehab from those that have experienced it. The "point of no return' is when the individual has come to a realization that they need and want help. This is also for friends and family of addicts who are at their wits end and don't know what to do to help the addict. This podcast gives hope and inspiration for recovery. Some topics include: - Where can I get help? - How do I know if my child or relative or friend is addicted? - How do I get someone up to realizing they need help?

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Fighting for Justice: Rick Mountcastle & Ed Bisch vs. The Sacklers

Episode Overview

Rick Mountcastle shares his experience as a federal prosecutor in cases against Purdue Pharma.
Ed Bisch discusses his personal loss and his fight for justice against the Sackler family.
The episode highlights political interference that hindered full prosecution of Purdue executives.
Collaboration with other advocates and efforts to push the Department of Justice to take action.
Insight into the ongoing impact of the opioid crisis on families.

“The very first time I heard the word Oxycontin, my son was lying in his bed dead”

Rick Mountcastle and Ed Bisch join forces in this gripping episode of The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return. Rick, a former federal prosecutor, and Ed, a father who lost his son to an Oxycontin overdose, share their relentless fight against Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. They discuss the legal battles, the hurdles faced in holding these entities accountable, and the personal toll it has taken on them.

Ed’s journey began with the tragic loss of his son, leading him to uncover the dark truths behind Oxycontin and its manufacturers. Rick provides an insider’s perspective on the legal proceedings, revealing the political interference that prevented full prosecution of Purdue’s top executives. The episode also highlights their collaboration with other advocates and the ongoing efforts to push the Department of Justice to take action.

It’s a raw and emotional conversation that sheds light on the opioid crisis and the need for justice. If you’re looking for a story of perseverance and the fight for accountability, this episode is a must-listen.

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