Aaron Akulis
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Smoke in the Air- The Opioid Crisis
Smoke in the Air- The Opioid Crisis
Smoke in the Air- The Opioid Crisis
Thursday 21st October 2021
Aaron Akulis explores the opioid crisis, its roots in prohibition, and offers solutions in 'The Peace On Drugs'.
139 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Unmasking the Opioid Crisis: The Hidden Impact of Prohibition
We have a huge problem in this country and it's time we took action and demanded change.
Imagine a world where a single decision can ripple out to affect thousands of lives. That's exactly what happens in this eye-opening episode of 'The Peace On Drugs'. Host Aaron Akulis dives deep into the opioid crisis gripping the US, revealing how prohibition has turned a manageable issue into a deadly epidemic. Did you know that in 2020, over 93,000 people died from drug overdoses in the US, with nearly 70,000 involving opioids?
Aaron doesn't just throw numbers at you; he explains how these tragedies are tied to a crisis of regulation. Prohibition has pushed addicts from clinics to the streets, flooding the black market with super-potent synthetic opioids like fentanyl. But it's not all doom and gloom. Aaron also shares practical solutions to tackle this crisis head-on. From drug testing and harm reduction strategies to recovery programs and the decriminalization of drugs, this episode offers a roadmap for change.
Aaron's call to action is clear: it's time to demand better policies and take concrete steps to solve this crisis. If you're curious about how drug policies shape our world or if you're directly affected by addiction, this episode is a must-listen. It's not just about understanding the problem; it's about finding hope and taking action.