When people discuss counterintuitive policies on opioids and addiction, they often use the phrase, "follow the money". We discuss the phrase's meaning in detail, revealing the complex interplay of addiction medicine and healthcare economics.

To learn more about his work, please see the links below:

https://www.kapilnayar.com/ill-treatment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nl4prKf5Vp0

The journey into and out of addiction is deeply painful and personal. We applaud Jaz Singh for sharing his story and we hope those listening are encouraged to tell their stories as well.

Few in the chronic pain community carry as much gravitas as Dr. Red Lawhern, and even fewer have his reach and influence. His research and insights have been cited in hundreds of medical journals and policy reports.

His latest work can be found at - https://internationalpain.org/youarenotalone/

Dr. Salerian was one of the first physicians targeted by the DEA in what has now become the systemic criminalization of patient care. He provides details into the tactics used by the DEA - explaining why these tactics continue despite their unconstitutionality.

There are patient advocates and then there are those who galvanize an entire nation. Claudia Merandi is one such advocate, who established one of the most influential chronic pain advocacy networks, Don't Punish Pain.

She can be reached at - https://dontpunishpainrally.com/.

We interview 'A', a financial professional who remains vaccine hesitant. We discuss the source of his hesitancy and how his decision affects interactions with friends and family.

We interview Dr. Randy Cook, a retired surgeon who now offers executive physician coaching to aspiring physician leaders. To learn more about his services, please visit MD Coaches - https://mymdcoaches.com/.

We interview Pharmacist Steve Ariens, an active blogger who has become a leading voice over social media for patient rights amidst the opioid epidemic.

We interview the pain advocate known as Blessings, who provides positive messages of encouragement over social media to those suffering with chronic pain.

We discuss specific strategies vaccine marketing campaigns should implement to improve their effectiveness.