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Sober Dad CrewAuthor: Stephen Kimball
Sober Dad Crew is a podcast about sobriety, recovery, and all the stuff that makes life real fatherhood, parenting, music, food, tattoos, and whatever else comes up along the way.The mission is simple: to share stories of sobriety and hope, and to show that no matter how tough things get, theres always light at the end of the tunnel.Were a totally independent, DIY show no ads, no sponsors, and zero corporate strings attachedBe sure to subscribe, leave a rating, and share Sober Dad Crew with folks.To learn more please visit SoberDadCrew.com. Copyright 2025. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Sober Dad Crew Episode 85: David Herzberg: Author of White Market Drugs: Big Pharma and the Hidden History of Addiction in America
Episode 85
Saturday, 13 December, 2025
My guest this episode is David Herzberg. He's a professor of history and the director of the Drugs, Health, and Society program at SUNY University at Buffalo. He is the author of White Market Drugs, Big Pharma and the Hidden History of Addiction in America. In this conversation, David Herzberg, a drug historian, discusses the complex history of drug use and addiction in America, tracing the origins of the war on drugs back to the late 19th century. He explores the societal responses to addiction crises, the impact of privilege on drug use, and the current trends in drug policy.TakeawaysThe war on drugs has deep historical roots dating back to the 19th century.Addiction crises often lead to public health responses rather than punitive measures.Fentanyl poses a greater risk than previously prescribed opioids like OxyContin.Effective drug policy should create 'friction' to limit access to dangerous substances.Open conversations about drugs can help demystify their use for young people.Privilege plays a significant role in the experience of addiction and drug use.Parents should provide support and guidance regarding drug use to their children.Legalization and prohibition both have their pros and cons in drug policy.Harm reduction strategies can save lives and reduce the stigma around addiction.Community-level interventions are crucial in addressing the addiction crisis.Support the showBe sure to subscribe, leave a rating, and share Sober Dad Crew with folks. Sober Dad Crew is an independent, DIY production created by Stephen Kimball, who writes, records, and produces the podcast. To learn more, please visit soberdadcrew.com. Copyright 2025.
