Dr. Ben Fialkoff, a Cuban-born dentist from Queens, NY, has conducted over 2,000 drug education events reaching 100,000+ youth. He shares why "a drug is a poison," how marijuana affects brain development and surgical healing, and what actually works to prevent substance use in young people.

In this powerful episode, Marcel Gemme speaks with Lieutenant Mike Hotz of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department about his journey from Army Infantry Sergeant to building Nashville's groundbreaking Overdose Response Unit. Lt. Hotz shares the harsh realities of Nashville's overdose crisis - once the second-highest in the nation - and how his team achieved a remarkable 34% reduction in deaths through innovative harm reduction strategies.

Learn about the One Box program, which has placed over 350 overdose reversal kits throughout Nashville and saved 14 confirmed lives. Lt. Hotz discusses the dangers of fentanyl-laced drugs, the importance of naloxone distribution, and why 42% of counterfeit pills crossing the border contain lethal doses. He provides practical overdose recognition and reversal training, addresses common misconceptions about addiction, and explains Tennessee's Good Samaritan laws.

This episode is essential listening for anyone concerned about the overdose crisis, from families affected by addiction to community leaders looking to implement life-saving programs in their own cities.

From Prevention to Recovery is an educational video podcast produced by Addicted.org. In this episode, host Marcel Gemme talks with interventionist Bobby Newman about his journey from addiction to helping others. They explore the importance of family unity in interventions, the impact of modern drugs, and offer insights on recognizing addiction early.

Bobby shares strategies for successful interventions and provides hope for families dealing with long-term substance abuse. This podcast features conversations with professionals, advocates, and individuals with lived experience, focused on prevention, education, and informed recovery discussions.

This is a short introduction to From Prevention to Recovery with Marcel Gemme, a video podcast featuring real conversations about prevention, recovery, and practical solutions that make a difference. New episodes coming soon.