Matt Ingrouille
Matt Ingrouille
Episode 12 - Turning the Titanic: Leslie Mcbain of Moms Stop the Harm
Episode 12 - Turning the Titanic: Leslie Mcbain of Moms Stop the Harm
Episode 12 - Turning the Titanic: Leslie Mcbain of Moms Stop the Harm
Tuesday 20th November 2018
Leslie McBain discusses her son's overdose and her advocacy work with Moms Stop the Harm on Say Know Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Leslie McBain: A Mother's Mission to Tackle the Overdose Crisis
Decriminalizing people who possess rather than the drug itself...a politician needs to put their career on the line to do what's right.
Picture this: a mother losing her son to a tragic overdose, then channeling her grief into a powerful movement for change. That's the story of Leslie McBain, one of the founders of Moms Stop the Harm. In this episode of the Say Know Podcast, Leslie opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her son, Jordan, who succumbed to a lethal mix of prescription drugs.
From typical teenage partying to battling addiction by age 19, Jordan's story is a stark reminder of how quickly things can spiral out of control. Leslie discusses the glaring disconnect between medical professionals and policymakers, sharing how her son's cry for help was met with indifference. After being cut off from his Oxycontin prescription, Jordan turned to the black market, a common but deadly path for many.
Leslie's journey didn't stop at mourning; she co-founded Moms Stop the Harm, a collective of mothers who have lost children to addiction. Their mission? Advocate for compassionate drug policies and push for the decriminalization of drug possession. You'll hear about their fight to ensure a safe, regulated supply of opioids to prevent avoidable deaths. Leslie also stresses the importance of educating youth with real information and providing robust addiction services.
Her message is clear: compassion and understanding are crucial in addressing this crisis. This episode is a call to action, urging listeners to support policy changes that could save lives. Tune in to hear Leslie's inspiring story and learn how you can contribute to turning the tide against the overdose epidemic.