Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
#166 From Vaping to Fentanyl: The Hottest (and Weirdest) Drug Stories in America
#166 From Vaping to Fentanyl: The Hottest (and Weirdest) Drug Stories in America
#166 From Vaping to Fentanyl: The Hottest (and Weirdest) Drug Stories in America
Saturday 1st March 2025
Explore the hottest and weirdest drug trends in America with addiction experts Dr. Wip Lamba and JP Michael.
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Episode Overview
- The U.S. is facing an unprecedented crisis with fentanyl, now the leading cause of overdose deaths.
- Adolescent vaping is a growing public health concern, with regulatory crackdowns on flavoured e-cigarettes.
- Access to medication-assisted treatment remains uneven due to stigma and regulatory barriers.
- The debate around criminalisation versus treatment for substance use continues to be contentious.
- Big pharma's role in the opioid epidemic is under scrutiny, with ongoing legal battles.
The U.S. faces an unprecedented crisis with fentanyl, now the leading cause of overdose deaths.
In this episode of Captain Hooked: The Addiction Project, addiction psychiatrist Dr. Wiplove (Wip) Lamba and addictions case manager Jean-Paul (JP) Michael dive into the most pressing and peculiar drug trends in America. From the rise of fentanyl to the ongoing vaping crisis, Wip and JP offer their unique perspectives on these issues, blending their extensive clinical experience with personal anecdotes.
They discuss the alarming increase in fentanyl-related deaths and the challenges of combating illicit trafficking, as well as the uneven access to life-saving treatments like methadone and buprenorphine. The duo also tackles the controversial topic of criminalisation versus treatment for substance use, shedding light on the complexities within the U.S. justice system and beyond. Throughout the episode, they highlight the impact of big pharma on the opioid epidemic and the ongoing legal battles against pharmaceutical giants.
The episode doesn't shy away from discussing the growing public health concern of adolescent vaping and the regulatory crackdowns aimed at curbing this trend. With a touch of humour and a lot of compassion, Wip and JP make complex topics accessible and engaging. Whether you're interested in addiction medicine, policy, or just curious about the weirdest drug stories in America, this episode has something for you.
So, why not give it a listen and see what you can learn about these critical issues?