Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Crack, Lies and Videotape
Crack, Lies and Videotape
Crack, Lies and Videotape
Friday 8th April 2011
Experts debunk myths about crack cocaine, discuss legal disparities, and suggest harm reduction strategies in this episode of Harm Reduction Radio.
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Get the buttons here!Crack Cocaine: Separating Fact from Fiction
I think it's a myth for pretty much all forms of drugs. Use has really been powerful in the case of crack, very much attached to poor images, attached to poor inner city and dark-skinned folks, since crack really came on the scene in The 80s and that's been really a durable image.
Ever wondered if the media’s portrayal of crack cocaine is accurate? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio, Kenneth Anderson sits down with experts Mark Kinzly and Kevin Irwin to sift through the sensationalism and get to the truth. Movies like 'New Jack City' have painted crack as an instantly addictive, uncontrollable drug primarily affecting black communities. But how much of this is reality, and how much is hype?
Kinzly and Irwin tackle these myths head-on, revealing that the environment a child grows up in is a far more significant factor than exposure to crack itself. They also explore the stark disparities in legal consequences for crack versus cocaine offenses, shedding light on systemic issues that fill jails and prisons disproportionately. This episode doesn’t just stop at debunking myths; it offers practical harm reduction techniques for crack users, including safer use practices and early interventions.
The conversation also delves into the challenges of getting crack users into treatment, discussing how the system often needs to be navigated creatively to provide effective help. If you’re looking for a balanced, non-judgmental discussion that goes beyond the headlines, this episode is a must-listen.