Partnership to End Addiction
Partnership to End Addiction
The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic with “Empire of Pain” Author, Patrick Radden Keefe
The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic with “Empire of Pain” Author, Patrick Radden Keefe
The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic with “Empire of Pain” Author, Patrick Radden Keefe
Tuesday 29th June 2021
Patrick Radden Keefe reveals the Sackler family's impact on the opioid crisis in this eye-opening episode of 'Heart of the Matter' with Elizabeth Vargas.
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Get the buttons here!Unmasking the Opioid Crisis: Patrick Radden Keefe on the Sackler Family's Role
It's not like there weren't warnings. For me, going back and telling this story, when you look at the whole thing, what's so strange is it's not like there weren't warnings.
Ever wondered how a single family could ignite a nationwide addiction crisis? In this gripping episode of 'Heart of the Matter,' Elizabeth Vargas sits down with bestselling author and investigative journalist Patrick Radden Keefe to dissect his book, *Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty*. Patrick unravels the dark tale of the Sackler family, whose aggressive marketing of OxyContin set off the opioid epidemic.
Fresh from his testimony before the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, he shares insights into the Sacklers' manipulative tactics and the resulting legal battles. This conversation sheds light on the FDA's controversial approval of OxyContin and the Sacklers' persistent denial of its addictive nature. Tune in to understand the origins of this devastating public health crisis and the ongoing fight for justice and accountability.