Let's Talk Drugs

What does the future look like for veterans recovering after wartime? We investigate promising new approaches to veteran care, including MDMA-assisted therapy, and how these may impact the future for struggling veterans. There is always hope for recovery. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Once the war is over, a new battle begins. Veterans returning home from war face many challenges, including PTSD, coping with injuries, and insufficient resources to help them adjust to day-to-day living outside the military. Many veterans turn to alcohol and drugs to cope with these difficult issues, which can complicate or derail the healing process. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Drugs and war have a long history together. For centuries, drugs have been used by soldiers during wartime, often at the encouragement of their leaders. Why was drug use encouraged during war? What drugs are most commonly used during war? We explore these questions and more in this episode! Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Drugs and alcohol are distinctly involved in sexual assault because they can undermine a person's ability to give full consent. What is the fallout for survivors of drug-fueled rape, and how can we work together to protect each other from these experiences? Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Poppers, ecstasy, cocaine, oh my! Lots of people use drugs to enhance sex. But, what could this mean for your health? We sat down with sexpert Amy Baldwin to get to the bottom of it. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

It's weird, it's unpredictable, and it's linked with schizophrenia (yes, really). The effects can be different for everyone, and the smell of marijuana can tell you a lot more about a particular strain than you might think. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Hangovers are the worst. Is there any way to cure them? Our friend Dan explains what hangovers are, why they hurt so much, and what we can do to get better, faster. As you head into the new year, make sure you're armed with drinking facts so that you can have a good time and, most importantly, stay safe. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

The opioid crisis affects everyone, and we all need to work together to end it. We discuss advice for how to help and reasons to hold onto hope in the midst of this epidemic. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

We've looked at the crisis from many perspectives, but what about the people who it affects the most? Stephanie Muzzy is a recovering heroin addict, and she shared her own experiences with addiction and this epidemic, from multiple overdoses to finding sobriety. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

The healthcare industry has taken drastic steps to try to alleviate these overdose rates, but how effective have these efforts been? What options to doctors have to help curb overprescribing and help people who genuinely need painkillers to cope? Dr. Stephen Grinstead describes the medical perspective on this crisis and his own efforts to help. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

How has the opioid crisis affected law enforcement? What kinds of efforts are being made within U.S. police departments to curb this epidemic? Detective Nicole Lucas explains how her department has made a dent in this ongoing struggle. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Experimenting with opioids can quickly turn dangerous, as Lollie learned in her first (and last) time taking Percocet. Even a "mild" opioid overdose can be extremely risky, and knowing what to do if you find yourself overdosing could save your life. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/

Can your brain ever fully recover after drug abuse or addiction? We've learned that drugs change your brain, but are these changes permanent? We circle back with Dr. Scott Salomone to discuss what addiction means for the brain and how you can heal. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/your-brain-on-drugs-ep-4/

Alright, let's dive into the weird drugs: marijuana and psychedelics (mushrooms, acid, and ecstasy). These drugs have stumped researchers, but why? Dr. Ben Romoli explains how these drugs work and why they are so strange. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/your-brain-on-drugs-ep-3/

Dr. Ben Romoli, a neuroscientist studying drug addiction, explains why opioids like heroin and painkillers cause so many overdose deaths; why stimulants like Adderall, cocaine, or meth put your heart at risk; and why depressants like alcohol and benzodiazepines can cause blackouts when you're using and seizures when you quit. Let's Talk Drugs is a podcast that investigates the reality behind drug use and abuse by examining the evidence. http://www.projectknow.com/podcasts/lets-talk-drugs/your-brain-on-drugs-ep-2/