Mark Marcley
Mark Marcley
EP43: Former DEA Special Ops Director Derek Maltz Sr.
EP43: Former DEA Special Ops Director Derek Maltz Sr.
EP43: Former DEA Special Ops Director Derek Maltz Sr.
Wednesday 4th August 2021
Former DEA Director Derek Maltz Sr. talks about the opioid crisis and shares strategies for community involvement and effective action.
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Get the buttons here!A Former DEA Director’s Take on Battling the Opioid Epidemic
To understand the situation, it could be one of my three sons. When I was leading the special operations division back in like we started seeing lots of synthetic drugs, bath salts, k2, spice, synthetic cannabinoids, synthetic cathinones being sent to our country directly from Chinese labs in Wuhan and other cities, and our kids were getting really, really addicted to some of these drugs.
Imagine having a front-row seat to one of the most pressing crises in America today—the opioid epidemic. In this gripping episode of 'Recovering Hope', Mark Marcley sits down with Derek Maltz Sr., a former Special Agent in Charge at the DEA's Special Operations Division. With years of experience tackling drug trafficking, Maltz brings a unique perspective to the table.
He doesn't just talk statistics; he shares real stories and actionable insights that could make a difference in communities across the country. Maltz dives into his time at the DEA, shedding light on how synthetic drugs are flooding into the U.S. from overseas labs. He emphasizes the need for a coordinated effort involving not just law enforcement but also community leaders and parents. 'It could be one of my three sons,' he says, driving home the urgency of the situation.
This episode isn’t just about doom and gloom; it’s a call to action. Maltz and Marcley discuss practical strategies for combating this crisis, from better drug education to more robust community involvement. They even touch on the importance of leveraging top talent from various government sectors to tackle this issue head-on. If you’re looking for an episode that combines expert knowledge with heartfelt stories, this is it.
Whether you're directly affected by addiction or simply want to understand more about the opioid crisis, you'll find this conversation both enlightening and motivating.