Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
In this podcast we explore the world of youth drug prevention. We highlight the things that are working in substance use prevention and learn from one another in the field. This is NOT a show featuring only authors, speakers and founders of companies. We also interview people who are working with youth on a daily basis who can discuss what's currently happening in our schools and communities around the U.S. The Drug Prevention Power Hour is for... Prevention professionals, school counselors, principals, vice principals, social workers, school psychologists, coalitions, prevention specialists, school resource officers (SROs), juvenile justice professionals, parent teacher organization members (PTO), parent teacher association members (PTA), alcohol education (AODA), superintendents, greek life, college orientation, athletics, and human services. Our host is Jake White, the creator of Party.0 and Vive18. He's a youth prevention expert who started a peer-led youth movement where students host his signature "sober parties" for their peers - showing that you can fit in, make friends and have fun without using drugs and alcohol. His presentations, curriculum, programs and educational experiences are being used all over the country to help students make better decisions around substance use. His goal for every episode is to educate listeners on prevention, highlight new ideas and inspire us to keep saving lives through our efforts.
Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
When Harm Reduction Isn’t Reducing Harm | Episode 092 with Michael Brown
In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, host Jake White speaks with Michael Brown, a retired DEA agent and current director of counter-narcotics technology at Rigaku Analytical Devices. They discuss Michael's extensive background in drug enforcement, the role of technology in combating drug trafficking, and the importance of community coalitions in addressing the opioid crisis. Michael shares insights on the challenges posed by progressive harm reduction policies and emphasizes the need for a cultural shift in how society views drug use and prevention. The conversation highlights the urgency of implementing effective strategies to combat the growing drug epidemic in America.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Michael Brown's Background
03:50 The Role of Technology in Counter-Narcotics
06:38 Global Drug Trafficking and Coalition Building
09:47 Challenges of Progressive Harm Reduction Policies
12:55 The Thin Line of Enabling vs. Supporting
15:44 Cultural Perspectives on Drug Use and Prevention
18:53 The Importance of Community and Values
21:43 The Need for Radical Change in Drug Policy
24:55 Conclusion and Call to Action
31:53 Introduction to Drug Prevention Strategies
31:55 Engaging Youth in Substance Use Education
Links from Michael Brown
- LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwbrownusa/
- The Opioid Matrix podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3Arn07SMtGFyGbE3Tj1JxV
Takeaways
Michael Brown has over 33 years of experience in drug enforcement.
Raman technology can significantly aid in identifying drug precursors.
A global coalition is essential to combat drug trafficking effectively.
Progressive harm reduction policies can lead to increased drug use.
Community involvement is crucial in drug prevention efforts.
Cultural values play a significant role in substance abuse rates.
Faith and community support can help prevent drug addiction.
Effective drug prevention requires a multi-faceted approach.
The drug crisis is at a critical stage that requires urgent action.
Education and collaboration are key to overcoming drug challenges.
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