Connections by APNC

In this episode, David Smith, host of The Cost of Care Podcast, joins Morgan and Sara to discuss the inextricable relationship between America's healthcare system, addiction services, and their economic implications. Smith provides an insightful analysis of how financial structures and policies shape the availability and quality of addiction services. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of...

This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people: Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, Senior Scientist at the University of North Carolina. He runs the Street Drug Lab, an innovative lab that is on the front lines of harm reduction work here in North Carolina and across the country. As we celebrate the first decrease in overdose deaths in 5 years, we know that hi...

On Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives while serving in the US Armed Forces. Included in that remembrance are the many men and women who returned from duty with significant mental health and substance use disorders whose lives ended in overdose or suicide. Today, we hear from David Roddenberry from the Governor's Institute on different ways to support veterans who are struggling. 

It’s National EMS Week, and APNC is celebrating with a special podcast episode! This week, we’re joined by Nate Metz and Dock Henry from Phoenix Paramedic Solutions. We’ll explore the critical role paramedics play in addiction services, delving into the intersection of emergency medical care and addiction treatment. Tune in to hear Nate and Dock share their insights on how paramedicine is evolving...

Join us for APNC’s inaugural episode of Connections, when we speak with Kym Laube, a nationally-known speaker for CADCA and the Opioid Response Network, on all things prevention. As we kick off National Prevention Week 2024, we are thrilled to have Kym join us to share her insights on the connection between prevention and recovery and discuss why we can’t ignore alcohol use among today’s youth. 

CONNECTIONS is a podcast that delves into the intricate relationship between addiction and mental health, framed through the lenses of policy and practice. Hosted by Morgan Coyner and Sarah Howe, the podcast features a series of emotional and insightful conversations with guests, including personal stories of recovery and expert opinions on prevention strategies.