Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Armed With Knowledge, Grit, And A VW Beetle.
Armed With Knowledge, Grit, And A VW Beetle.
Armed With Knowledge, Grit, And A VW Beetle.
Monday 29th August 2022
Discover a medical doctor's journey with hydrocodone and explore changes in addiction language, stress impacts, and medical practices since the 1940s.
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Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
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Get the buttons here!A Doctor's Legacy: Medicine, Addiction, and a VW Beetle
And it's like, because of that, people are really unaware, or the idea is very exaggerated, of how dangerous the drug itself is in comparison to the indirect effects of that drug...
Picture this: the 1940s, a small town, and a dedicated medical doctor driving around in a VW Beetle. In this episode of the 'Recovery Machine Podcast', Corey Williams shares a heartfelt story about his late grandfather, who practiced medicine in the Mission area from the late 1940s to the 1970s. The hosts dive into the trials he faced and how much the medical field has evolved since those days.
But it's not just about the past; it's a conversation that touches on the language of addiction, breaking stereotypes, and the toll of stress on both body and mind. Nathan McLean and Corey also discuss the exclusive nature of the old boys club in medicine and why it needs to change. They shed light on the critical issues of drug policy, safe supply, and harm reduction, exploring how these concepts have transformed over the years.
The episode isn't just historical; it's deeply personal and reflective, offering insights into self-soothing practices and how addiction can strain relationships. As Corey poignantly notes, changing these ingrained systems requires monumental effort. Tune in for a mix of nostalgia, hard truths, and hopeful discussions that aim to reshape our understanding of addiction and recovery.