Introducing American Scandal: Opioids in America

Summary: American Scandal is a podcast from Wondery that takes you deep into the most infamous scandals in American history, from presidential lies to environmental disasters and corporate fraud.<br><br>In their newest season, they look at the story of OxyContin, a painkiller that started an epidemic of opioid abuse and drug addiction. It was supposed to offer new lives to patients suffering from chronic and debilitating pain. But as overdoses began ravaging communities across the country, citizens, journalists, and prosecutors were ready to fight back and hold the pharmaceutical industry accountable for its lies.<br><br>You can listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts, or at wondery.fm/gonecold_AS<br><br>This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/3203003/advertisement">https://www.spreaker.com/show/3203003/advertisement</a>