20 Best Opioid Podcasts

1. Someone You Know: Facing the Opioid Crisis Together

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Opioid addiction is a national public health crisis that affects individuals and families regardless of their age, race, or income. The statistics are overwhelming more than 130 people die from opioid addiction every day (1). Sadly, stigma and fear of judgment often discourage people from seeking help or even talking about their experiences with opioid misuse. But, there is hope. Recovery is possible.'Someone You Know' is a grassroots public awareness effort of the Independence Blue Cross Foundation to reduce the stigma of opioid addiction and inspire hope in our communities...MORE Producer/Network Independence Blue Cross Foundation
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2. Humans in Public Health

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How should we prepare for the next pandemic? How is noise pollution affecting my neighborhood? And how can we prevent opioid overdose from a public parking lot? From epidemiology to behavioral science, Megan Hall covers it all as she interviews public health researchers about their work and what brought them to the field of public health in this award-winning podcast.MORE Host Megan Hall
Producer/Network Brown University School of Public Health
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3. Don't Hide The Scars. Presented By PAIN: Parents & Addicts In Need

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Connecting with celebrity guests, leading experts and change makers to discuss the widespread illicit drug culture ripping through families, businesses, sports, entertainment and even the safest communities. With conversations about the fentanyl and opioid crisis, harm reduction modalities, MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Narcan, Rehab, 12- Step Programs and more. Created by Flindt Andersen, Founder and Executive Director of PAIN: Parents & Addicts In Need and Hosted by Jason LaChance.MORE Producer/Network Don't Hide The Scars
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4. MN Bridge Interview Series: EMS & the Opioid Crisis

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The opioid crisis demands a stronger response from emergency care and EMS is uniquely positioned to lead. The MN Bridge podcast explores how EMS systems across Minnesota and the country are stepping into this role. This series highlights innovative strategies, local successes, and the evolving responsibilities of emergency providers. It's a place for honest conversations, practical insights, and stories from the front lines of overdose response.MORE Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The NOCE Dose: The Opioid Crisis Unplugged

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The NOCE Dose: The Opioid Crisis Unplugged is a concise and insightful podcast offering a deeper dive into the realities faced by professionals and champions combating the opioid epidemic within Nevada. Join us as we reconnect with expert panelists from our Listening Sessions, providing a behind-the-scenes look at their work and insights into the pressing issues of prevention and diversion, harm reduction, opioid use treatment, recovery, and reoccurrence prevention.MORE Producer/Network The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE)
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6. The Opioid Matrix: A Journey Into the Rabbit Hole

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The Opioid Matrix is a podcast for anyone looking for the latest information in the illegal drug supply chain — Beginning to end. Each episode will feature a discussion with industry experts about the current opioid crisis, including drug trafficking, drug manufacturing, drug identification, drug addiction, as well as the role of government, law enforcement, new health and social programs, and more.Welcome to The Opioid Matrix-A Journey into the Rabbit Hole.MORE Producer/Network Rigaku
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7. Opioid Epidemic News and Info Tracker

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Stay informed with the latest updates on the opioid epidemic in the US with the 'Opioid Epidemic News and Info Tracker' podcast. Receive daily updates on crisis developments, prevention strategies, and expert insights. Perfect for health professionals, policymakers, and concerned citizens, this podcast ensures you have the most current and accurate information on the opioid crisis. Tune in every day to stay informed about new cases, treatment options, and public health advisories. Don't miss out on this essential health resource—subscribe now to 'Opioid Epidemic News and Info Tracker...MORE Producer/Network Quiet. Please
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8. The Loudness McEvil Symposium

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A podcast chronicling the 30-year struggle of the host with opioid addiction and substance abuse, homelessness, incarceration and finally, sobriety. Each week (ish) a new episode will focus on an aspect of addiction, from what it's like to be dumped from a dumpster into a garbage truck, to a deep dive into the 12 steps. From the targeting of the homeless by law enforcement to big pharma's role in the opioid crisis. HINT: They caused it. Go to www.loudnessmcevil.com and click HOLD FAST and ask questions about addiction. My EasyPeasy AI Bot will answer them all!MORE Email ****@icloud.com
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9. Our Stigma

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For the past year, podcast host Seth Perry has looked beyond the statistics to the real stories: rural towns with no treatment options, African American communities facing rising opioid overdoses, Indigenous populations with a 10-fold disparity in statistics, and third-generation immigrant families watching their encampments disappear overnight. Meanwhile, our Muslim brothers and sisters seek recovery that honors both faith and culture. The crisis is deep, the conversations are overdue, and the time to listen is now. 'Our Stigma' is a six-part podcast exploring faith, culture and recovery...MORE Email ****@goodfaithmedia.org
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10. CHIME Opioid Action Center Podcast

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The opioid epidemic continues to devastate communities and families throughout the nation and is a tremendous strain on the U.S. healthcare system. The CHIME Opioid Task Force works to leverage members' unique insights and provide education and resources to address the ongoing crisis in the larger healthcare ecosystem. This podcast shares the stories of those heroes in healthcare who are working to build awareness and fight the battle against the opioid epidemic. Learn more about the work of the task force by visiting https://opioidactioncenter.com/.MORE Producer/Network CHIME Opioid Action Center
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11. Bridging the Gaps: Reimagining Opioid Recovery

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A podcast where we confront disparities, challenge outdated approaches, and reimagine a future where opioid addiction treatment is equitable, accessible, and effective for all communities.'
Producer/Network Joanna Rosa
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12. Tackling The Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook

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Welcome to Tackling the Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook - a conversation about empowering and educating communities to prevent overdoses and end the opioid crisis.
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13. Rural Roads- The RCORPodcast.

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The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) is a multi-year initiative by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) that supports grantees working to address behavioral healthcare issues in their communities. RCORP funding allows grantees to sustain programs and activities that improve access to quality behavioral healthcare services, including substance use disorder (SUD) and opioid use disorder (OUD) services, in rural areas. This podcast focuses on the topics and issues most relevant for RCORP grantees nationwide...MORE Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. Synthetic Opioids

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This six-part podcast series explores the rise of synthetic opioids—from their pharmaceutical origins to their devastating impact on communities across the world. With deep dives into fentanyl's potency, global trafficking routes, and the growing death toll, each episode sheds light on the crisis gripping public health. Hear stories of survival, the fight for recovery, and the hope for a future beyond addiction. For more thought-provoking and engaging podcasts, visit: https://www.quietperiodplease...MORE Email ****@mac.com
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15. Compass Opioid Stewardship Coaches Top 5 Podcast

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The Compass Opioid Stewardship Coaches Top 5 Podcast aims to provide clinicians with both recent and landmark medical literature to keep them up to date on in their practice. Episodes highlight topics such as pain management, alternatives to opioids, buprenorphine and methadone treatment, substance use disorders, health equity, harm reduction and more! Dr. Don Stader, a Board Certified Addiction Medicine Physician, and Clinical Pharmacist, Dr. Susan Bradley, lead the discussions, emphasizing the essential evidence you should be aware of...MORE Producer/Network Dr. Don Stader
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16. BHE-Talks

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The purpose of BHE-TAC is to enhance behavioral health education and training programs' ability to provide the latest evidence-based practices in opioid and substance-use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery services for rural and underserved communities. Join us as we highlight the experiences of students within the behavioral health field!MORE Producer/Network BHE-TAC
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17. Opioid Overdose Epidemic

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How should you screen for opioid use disorder? What medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) should you consider for your patients? What overdose prevention strategies should you be aware of? Join host Bobby Mukkamala, MD, for expert discussions and insights to help physicians and other health professionals address the epidemic of opioid overdoses. Learn about treatment options for pain management, best practices in opioid prescribing, standards of care and medications for opioid use disorder, harm reduction and overdose prevention strategies...MORE Email ****@ama-assn.org
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