This is Ohio: An Interview with Author Jack ShulerThis is Ohio: An Interview with Author Jack Shuler
The Face of Addiction
Jack Shuler discusses how storytelling can shift cultural views on addiction with Joshua Lawson.
45:37•1 Jun 2021
Jack Shuler on Addiction: Storytelling's Power to Change Minds
“I think stories are actually really important for helping us to understand the world, for helping us to understand the lives of people who are different from us.”
Ever thought about how stories can change the way we see addiction? In this episode of 'The Face of Addiction,' Joshua Lawson chats with Jack Shuler, an author and the head of the Narrative Journalism program at Denison University. Jack's latest book, 'This is Ohio: The Overdose Crisis and the Front Lines of a New America,' dives deep into the overdose crisis in Ohio and beyond.
He believes that storytelling isn't just about sharing facts—it's about shifting cultural narratives and changing minds. Jack and Joshua explore why harm reduction is more than a public health strategy, how addiction can be a reaction to the pressures of modern life, and the stigma surrounding mental health. They also touch on the role of empathy in understanding addiction, the impact of legal systems like drug courts, and how addiction is a global issue.
If you're curious about the human side of addiction and want to hear fresh perspectives, this episode is a must-listen.
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