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In this powerful episode of the I.E. Media Podcast, we sit down with Brian Townsend, a former DEA Supervisory Special Agent with 28 years of law enforcement experience. Brian shares firsthand insights into the fentanyl epidemic, drug cartel operations, and the terrifying rise in counterfeit pills laced with deadly opioids.

We dive into:

• The truth about fentanyl exposure for law enforcement
• Why the opioid crisis is spreading globally
• How synthetic opioids from China and Mexico are flooding the streets
• The brutal realities of the drug war
• What parents and communities must know to protect the next generation
• Real stories from the front lines of DEA investigations

Brian is now the founder of Only2MG, a nonprofit raising awareness about fentanyl poisoning and advocating for smarter drug prevention strategies. This episode is a wake-up call — not just for the U.S., but for countries like the UK where fentanyl is starting to take hold.

📌 Watch now to understand the true scope of this crisis — and what we can all do to make a difference.

🔗 Brian’s Website & Resources: https://www.only2mg.com

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Brian Townsend and His Background
01:23 Journey into Law Enforcement and Drug Enforcement
02:52 The Impact of Fentanyl on Communities
04:09 Sources and Manufacturing of Fentanyl
05:32 Misconceptions About Fentanyl and Officer Safety
06:58 Fentanyl's Role in Drug Overdoses
08:23 Fentanyl Contamination in the Drug Supply
09:42 Raising Awareness and Education Efforts
10:22 Addressing Demand and Root Causes of Drug Use
11:30 Government Response and Law Enforcement Cooperation
12:38 The Severity of Drug Sentencing
14:22 The Evolution of Drug Trends and Their Impact
15:56 The Ongoing Battle Against Drug Trafficking
17:30 Counterfeit Pills and Their Dangers
20:24 Profit Motives Behind Fentanyl Distribution
22:42 Public Perception and Demand for Dangerous Drugs
24:02 Investigating Drug-Related Deaths
27:32 Accountability for Drug Traffickers
29:14 The Global Supply Chain of Fentanyl
31:06 The Drug Trafficking Pipeline
34:40 The Rise of Stimulant Use
36:05 Empowering Youth Through Education
40:54 The Fight Against Fentanyl
46:19 Inside the Crisis: Real Stories
51:35 Breaking the Stigma of Addiction

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