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DEA Veteran Talks Fentanyl, Education, and Prevention (Episode 102)
DEA Veteran Talks Fentanyl, Education, and Prevention (Episode 102)
DEA Veteran Talks Fentanyl, Education, and Prevention (Episode 102)
Monday 21st August 2023
DEA veteran Rocky Herron discusses the fentanyl crisis, its dangers, and the importance of education in preventing drug abuse.
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Episode Overview
- Rocky Herron shares insights from 31 years of DEA experience and drug prevention work
- Highlights the urgent need for proactive drug education in schools
- Emphasizes the prevalence and danger of fentanyl in the current drug landscape
- Calls for comprehensive drug education and prevention strategies to protect young people from substance abuse
I'm fluent in Spanish. I'm going to be talking a little bit about, well, a lot about what I do normally, but also bringing up epigenetics. And so that's really fascinating to me that, you know, the kids are exposed in the uterus through the mother's drug and alcoholic assumption.
Imagine having the knowledge to protect your loved ones from one of the deadliest drugs out there. In this eye-opening episode of 'Genuine Life Recovery with Jodie Stevens', Rocky Herron, a DEA veteran with over three decades of experience, shares his invaluable insights into the fentanyl crisis. Having spent 31 years investigating drug trafficking and 16 years educating communities worldwide, Rocky's perspective is both deeply informed and passionately driven by a desire to save lives.
Rocky reveals startling statistics, such as the DEA seizing enough fentanyl last year to potentially kill every American. He delves into the origins of this lethal drug, its infiltration into communities, and the staggering challenges law enforcement faces in curbing its spread. But Rocky doesn't just paint a grim picture; he offers hope through education and prevention.
With anecdotes from his extensive career, including arresting doctors for prescription abuse and engaging with students across 14 countries, Rocky emphasizes the critical need for proactive drug education. He believes that equipping young people with knowledge is key to preventing substance abuse before it starts. This episode isn't just for those in recovery or their families; it's a must-listen for anyone who cares about the future of our youth.
Rocky's stories are compelling, his advice practical, and his passion for making a difference palpable. Tune in to learn how you can be part of the solution in combatting one of today's most pressing drug crises.