Vaping Unplugged Podcast

In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, we’re joined by David Clement, the North American Affairs Manager at the Consumer Choice Center. David brings a wealth of expertise in policy analysis and consumer advocacy. His insights have been featured on the CBC, Global News, The Toronto Star, and other major Canadian media outlets.

David sheds light on Ottawa’s new regulations, exploring why these policies may be counterproductive for public health and harm reduction efforts. Drawing from his recent article, we discuss the potential unintended consequences of restricting nicotine pouch strength and how such measures could hinder smokers from transitioning to less harmful alternatives.

Article: https://consumerchoicecenter.org/ottawas-new-nicotine-pouch-rules-are-counterproductive/

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Join us for an insightful episode of Vaping Unplugged hosted by Liza Katsiashvili, Director of operations of the World Vapers’ Alliance. This time, we explore Sweden’s groundbreaking success in achieving its smoke-free goal with two incredible guests:

👉 Stefan Mathisson: Founder and Editor of Vejpkollen, Sweden’s premier news portal and blog covering vaping trends, regulations, and advocacy. Stefan shares insights into Sweden’s unique approach to harm reduction and its impact on public health.

👉 Federico N. Fernández: CEO of We Are Innovation, a global network of think tanks and NGOs championing innovative solutions to global challenges. Federico brings his expertise in policy advocacy and discusses how Sweden’s model can inspire global change.

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In this special German-language episode, Michael sits down with Hans-Peter Albrecht, one of Germany’s most dedicated harm reduction activists. Together, they delve into the current landscape of harm reduction in Germany, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing the movement today.

Hans-Peter shares his inspiring personal journey into activism, detailing the experiences that drove him to advocate for change. The conversation also touches on the political climate surrounding harm reduction policies in Germany, providing valuable insights into the ongoing efforts to promote safer alternatives and protect individual rights.

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Welcome to Vaping Unplugged, the podcast where we dive into global vaping topics and bring you inspiring stories from around the world. In this episode, we spotlight Bangladesh's vaping journey with a special guest, Schumann Zaman, President of BENDSTA.

Schumann shares his transformative experience of quitting smoking—a journey from being a heavy smoker to embracing vaping as a life-saving alternative. With vaping, he was able to make a healthier choice and lead by example, inspiring many others. Join us as we explore his success story, the impact of BENDSTA in Bangladesh, and the potential future for vaping as a harm reduction tool in the region.

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In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, we are unfolding story of vaping in Brazil with Alexandro "Hazard" Lucian, a committed harm reduction advocate who knows firsthand the transformative potential of vaping. Hazard takes us through his journey from a three-pack-a-day smoker to a vocal champion for vaping, highlighting both his personal gains and the broader implications of vaping as a harm reduction tool in Brazil. His powerful narrative brings to life the very real struggles of consumers facing increasing restrictions in a country resistant to vaping's potential.

Joining us is Samrat Chowdhery, an esteemed journalist and harm reduction advocate from India, who brings a unique perspective on the parallels between Brazil's and India's vaping scenes. With similar barriers and a shared fight for policy reform, Samrat draws out the striking commonalities in the vaping debates across these two countries and the persistent challenges faced by advocates and consumers alike.

Moderated by Liza Katsiashvili, operations director of the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA).

Article discussed: https://filtermag.org/brazil-flight-ban-vapes/amp/

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In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, host Michael discusses the Consumer Consequence of vaping policies with special guest Alex Clark, CEO of CASAA.

With a background in customer service and logistics, Alex has become a leading voice in Tobacco Harm Reduction advocacy. Starting as a volunteer, he quickly rose through the ranks, serving on CASAA’s Board of Directors, later as Legislative Director, and now CEO.

Michael and Alex discuss how current regulations and policies impact consumer choice, accessibility, and freedom, and explore what’s at stake for vapers everywhere. Don’t miss this unique discussion on the real effects of vaping legislation!

This is Vaping Unplugged Podcast with the World Vapers' Alliance - Everything you need to know about vaping and tobacco harm reduction advocacy.

More about CASAA: https://casaa.org/

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In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, Michael, Director of the World Vapers’ Alliance, sits down with Pippa Starr, a leading vaping advocate from Australia and founder of A.L.I.V.E. (Australia Let’s Improve Vaping Education). The conversation explores the current state of vaping in Australia, focusing on the challenges posed by restrictive regulations, the impact of misinformation, and the potential benefits of harm reduction through vaping. Pippa shares her personal journey from smoker to vaping advocate, discusses the obstacles vapers face in Australia, and emphasizes the urgent need for sensible, evidence-based policies that support smokers looking to switch to safer alternatives.

Tune in to hear expert insights and passionate advocacy as Pippa and Michael address what needs to change to make Australia a healthier, smoke-free nation.

This is Vaping Unplugged Podcast with the World Vapers' Alliance - Everything you need to know about vaping and tobacco harm reduction advocacy.

More about ALIVE movement: https://www.aliveadvocacymovement.com

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In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, host Michael is joined by Jacob James Rich, a Policy Analyst at the Reason Foundation, for an in-depth discussion on harm reduction in the United States. Jacob, with a background in health care policy and a specialization in prescription and illegal drug regulations, brings a wealth of expertise to the table.

In this episode, Michael and Jacob explore the landscape of harm reduction in the U.S., diving into its impact on public health and the policies shaping the future of harm reduction strategies, including vaping and drug regulations. Learn how the policies around opioids and vaping are intertwined and what the future holds for harm reduction advocates in the country.

If you’re interested in the intersection of policy, public health, and harm reduction, this conversation is not to be missed!

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In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, Michael, the World Vapers’ Alliance Director sits down with Dr. McGovern, a renowned expert in addiction treatment with over two decades of experience. Dr. McGovern, who qualified in Medicine from Trinity College Dublin and is the Clinical Lead for the HSE Addiction Services in Louth Meath & The Midlands, brings his extensive knowledge on substance misuse and harm reduction to the conversation. As Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic and a member of the International Doctors for Healthy Drug Policies, Dr. McGovern advocates for sensible harm reduction policies.

In this episode, we tackle the pressing question: Are vapers addicts? Dr. McGovern explains the nature of addiction, discusses whether vaping qualifies as an addictive behavior, and explores how harm reduction plays a crucial role in public health.

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In this episode of Vaping Unplugged, we discuss vaping landscape in Greece with a special guest from the Greek Vapers' Alliance, Nick Ramses. We discuss the current regulatory environment in Greece, the challenges vapers face, and how the Greek Vapers' Alliance is working with the World Vapers' Alliance to advocate for tobacco harm reduction and sensible vaping regulations.

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