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Episode 52 - Pick Your Poison
Episode 52 - Pick Your Poison
Episode 52 - Pick Your Poison
Thursday 24th April 2025
Chewie discusses 'picking your poison' and the challenges of nicotine addiction in this episode of The KillTheCan Podcast.
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16 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Nicotine addicts can't enjoy its 'benefits' due to the risk of relapse.
- Personal anecdotes highlight the irony in addiction choices.
- Harm reduction products are safer but not safe.
- True quitting means giving up nicotine entirely.
- Support systems are crucial for maintaining sobriety.
One dip, one nicotine pouch, one whatever is never enough and that will invariably lead me back to the life of a nicotine addict.
In this episode of The KillTheCan Podcast, Chewie takes on the concept of 'picking your poison' and how it relates to nicotine addiction. Sharing a personal story about a conversation with a friend, who is a personal trainer and nicotine user, Chewie reflects on the challenges of addiction and the choices we make in managing our vices.
As they discuss their habits over a UFC event, the irony of their choices becomes apparent - Chewie with his beer and his friend with nicotine pouches. This episode dives into the narrative around nicotine's so-called benefits and why, for addicts, those benefits are unattainable. Chewie passionately argues that one dip or pouch is never enough and will always lead back to addiction.
The discussion also touches on the broader topic of harm reduction versus total abstinence and why some people believe they can't quit. Chewie's stance is clear: while safer alternatives exist, they're not safe, and true quitting means giving up nicotine entirely. This episode is a raw and honest look at the struggles of addiction, the importance of personal choice, and the support systems that help people quit for good.
If you're grappling with similar issues or know someone who is, this conversation might just resonate with you.