Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Nick Reding, “Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town” (Bloomsbury, 2009)
Nick Reding, “Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town” (Bloomsbury, 2009)
Nick Reding, “Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town” (Bloomsbury, 2009)
Friday 14th August 2009
Nick Reding discusses 'Methland', revealing how meth impacted small-town America and the economic struggles behind it. Listen for an eye-opening analysis.
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Get the buttons here!Methland: Unpacking the Impact of Meth in Small-Town America
Meth is not the problem anywhere... it's just a symptom of a larger economic problem.
Imagine a town where economic hardship and drug addiction go hand in hand. In this gripping episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', host Marshall Poe sits down with author Nick Reding to discuss his eye-opening book, 'Methland: The Death and Life of an American Small Town'. Set against the backdrop of Oelwein, Iowa, Reding paints a vivid picture of how crystal methamphetamine infiltrated small-town America during the decline of local industries in the late 20th century.
As jobs disappeared and poverty rose, meth emerged as a devastating escape for many residents. But it's not just about the drugs. Reding delves into the broader economic struggles, the role of politics, and the efforts of law enforcement to combat this epidemic. He highlights how community support can be a beacon of hope for recovery.
This episode offers a raw and engaging analysis that will leave you with a deeper understanding of the complex issues facing small towns across the nation. Perfect for anyone curious about the intersection of drugs, economics, and community resilience.