Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Marijuana Is Safer
Marijuana Is Safer
Marijuana Is Safer
Friday 11th May 2012
Kenneth Anderson and Mason Tvert discuss marijuana vs. alcohol, highlighting harm reduction and safer substance use on Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS.
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Get the buttons here!Marijuana vs. Alcohol: A Harm Reduction Conversation with Mason Tvert
Marijuana is less harmful than alcohol, and it really makes no sense to punish an adult who is simply using a safer substance than alcohol.
What if the substances we choose to consume could be approached with more compassion and evidence-based understanding? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS, Kenneth Anderson sits down with Mason Tvert, co-author of 'Marijuana is Safer: So Why Are We Driving People to Drink?' and executive director of saferchoice.org. Together, they dive into the controversial comparison between marijuana and alcohol, shedding light on some eye-opening facts and misconceptions.
Mason Tvert shares his journey, starting with the alarming alcohol overdose deaths on Colorado college campuses that led him to establish saferchoice.org. He observed a troubling trend: students were being punished for choosing marijuana over alcohol, pushing them towards more dangerous drinking habits. This episode challenges the rationale behind such policies, highlighting the fact that marijuana has never caused an overdose death, unlike alcohol. Throughout their conversation, Anderson and Tvert discuss the health impacts of both substances.
They point out that while moderate alcohol use might offer some benefits like antioxidants in red wine, it can also significantly increase cancer risks for those prone to certain diseases. On the other hand, marijuana has not been linked to cancer and is less addictive than alcohol. The duo also debunks the myth of marijuana's high addictiveness, emphasizing its therapeutic benefits for many.
The episode wraps up with a look at ongoing campaigns for marijuana legalization and the need for a public dialogue about the relative harms of marijuana and alcohol. Tvert and Anderson stress the importance of harm reduction strategies, advocating for safer substance use and a more humane approach to drug policy. Whether you're curious about the health implications or interested in the broader societal impacts, this discussion offers a fresh perspective on substance use.
Tune in to this engaging episode of Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS to learn more about how adopting a harm reduction mindset can lead to healthier choices and better public policies.