The Right Mind Media Group, LLC
The Right Mind Media Group, LLC
Dopesick
Dopesick
Dopesick
Sunday 20th October 2019
Beth Macy joins The Right Mind Media Podcast to discuss 'Dopesick' and unravel the complexities of America's opioid crisis.
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Get the buttons here!Beth Macy on 'Dopesick': Unraveling the Opioid Crisis from Inside Out
Well, this story is just one government regulatory failure after another, in my opinion.
Ever wondered how the opioid epidemic became such a massive crisis? Beth Macy, the best-selling author and journalist behind 'Dopesick', joins Jon Cohan and Gabrielle Dean on The Right Mind Media Podcast to dissect this very question. Macy's book is a compelling journey through the labyrinth of opioid addiction, starting from the labs of big pharmaceutical companies to the living rooms of affected families across America.
She paints a vivid picture of how aggressive marketing tactics in the late '90s set off a chain reaction that led to widespread addiction, touching every corner of society—from affluent suburbs to struggling small towns in Central Appalachia. Macy doesn't just stop at the origins; she dives into the ongoing repercussions, including the stigma around medication-assisted treatment and the glaring failures in government regulation.
Her compassionate storytelling brings a human face to this national tragedy, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction and recovery. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, offering both a historical perspective and a call to action for better solutions.