Aaron Akulis
Aaron Akulis
POD26. Claire Zagorski- Co-host of the Drug Futurisms Podcast
POD26. Claire Zagorski- Co-host of the Drug Futurisms Podcast
POD26. Claire Zagorski- Co-host of the Drug Futurisms Podcast
Thursday 16th December 2021
Aaron Akulis and Claire Zagorski discuss harm reduction, fentanyl misinformation, and underground safe-injection sites on 'The Peace On Drugs'.
107 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Challenging the War on Drugs: A Chat with Claire Zagorski
I fully believe that there is a better future out there and we want to give drug activists just a little crumb of hope for the future.
Imagine risking your career to save lives. That’s what Claire Zagorski and many medical professionals are doing in underground safe-injection sites. In this episode of 'The Peace On Drugs', host Aaron Akulis sits down with Claire, co-host of the 'Drug Futurisms' podcast, to dive into the harsh realities of the war on drugs and the vital role of harm reduction.
They discuss how misinformation about fentanyl is not just misleading but deadly, and how criminalizing addiction pushes people further into danger. The conversation is both eye-opening and hopeful, offering a glimpse into a future where empathy and public health take precedence over punishment. Claire shares her unwavering belief in a better future, saying, 'We want to give drug activists just a little crumb of hope for the future'.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of drug policies and the importance of compassionate approaches to addiction.