Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
Mare of Easttown -- Is HBO Moving Away from Drug HYSTERIA?
Mare of Easttown -- Is HBO Moving Away from Drug HYSTERIA?
Mare of Easttown -- Is HBO Moving Away from Drug HYSTERIA?
Thursday 17th June 2021
Zach Rhoads and Dr. Stanton Peele discuss HBO's Mare of Easttown and its harm reduction approach to drugs and addiction. Tune in for fresh insights.
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Get the buttons here!HBO's Mare of Easttown: A Fresh Take on Drugs and Addiction
You don't watch Mayer and Hacks and think: oh, if only they went to AA, everything would be good... The leading edge of American movie-making or show-making is now beyond AA and NA.
What happens when mainstream media shifts its narrative on drugs and addiction? That's the question Zach Rhoads and Dr. Stanton Peele tackle in this episode of the LPP Podcast. They dive into HBO's hit series Mare of Easttown, exploring how it portrays drug and alcohol use through a harm reduction lens.
Unlike typical shows that depict substance use as a one-way ticket to disaster, Mare of Easttown presents a more nuanced view, focusing on the characters' struggles without demonizing their choices. This approach challenges the traditional narrative and offers a refreshing perspective on addiction and recovery. Rhoads and Peele discuss how the show's creators seem committed to a harm reduction philosophy, which avoids blaming drugs and alcohol for all of life's problems.
Instead, they highlight the importance of purpose, balance, and community in overcoming addiction. The hosts also delve into the broader implications of these media portrayals, questioning how they influence public perception and policy. If you're curious about how TV shows can shape our understanding of addiction, or if you're looking for alternative viewpoints on recovery, this episode is for you. It's a thought-provoking discussion that underscores the power of storytelling in changing societal attitudes toward substance use.
Tune in to hear Rhoads and Peele's insights and see how Mare of Easttown is making waves in the world of addiction narratives.