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Join Tall Cop as he breaks down findings from his latest Texas drug trend scan and what it signals for the rest of the country in 2026. This episode explores emerging and resurging substances including Kava, Kratom, THCA, Nitrous Oxide, Phenibut, Ashwagandha, and over-the-counter medications, and why they’re gaining traction in communities and schools. Tall Cop connects the dots between what’s cur...

In this episode, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway dives into the rapidly shifting landscape of kratom regulation across the United States. As more states, cities, and counties begin examining restrictions and outright bans, the conversation around kratom is changing fast. Tall Cop breaks down what drives these policy decisions, where regulations are emerging, and the growing concern surrounding 7-Hydrox...

In this episode, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Tall Cop Speakers Network speaker Nigel Wrangham to explore how and when to talk with youth about making healthy choices. From toddler years through the teenage stage, they break down what age-appropriate conversations look like and why timing matters. Nigel shares insights from his years of experience working directly with kids, explainin...

Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with fake ID expert Officer Mark Baxter to expose how today’s fake IDs are obtained, who’s really getting your personal information, and the long-term consequences most kids never see coming. From identity theft to lost job opportunities, this episode also explores shifting alcohol-use trends in the U.S. and what they mean for prevention and enforcement. Essent...

Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with retired DEA Agent and Tall Cop Speakers Network member Richard Grosfelt for an eye-opening and timely conversation on today’s drug landscape. Grosfelt shares insights from his extensive career in law enforcement, offering a firsthand perspective on the evolution of the opioid crisis and the challenges professionals face today. Together, they discuss why ed...

School Resource Officer Dave Gomez, a police officer with over 15-years of experience and Tall Cop Speakers Network member, joins Jermaine Galloway “Tall Cop” at the 2025 Emerging Drug Trends Conference for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about online safety and youth exposure. Gomez, who reaches thousands each year through his online presence and speaking engagements, shares real-world ex...

Recorded at the 2025 Emerging Drug Trends Conference in Dallas, the Tall Cop sits down with Michael Blute, Georgia’s State Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Coordinator, to discuss what he’s seeing on the roads and in communities. They break down current drug trends, the rise of poly-drug use, how officers are trained as DREs, and the evolving challenges of identifying drug-impaired driving. A must-li...

In this episode, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Kym Laube of HUGS Inc. a nationally recognized prevention leader and the newest member of the Tall Cop Speakers Network! Together, they dig into the  why  behind youth substance use and how communities can play a powerful role in prevention. Kym breaks down the importance of ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and how they can shape a you...

Recorded at the 2025 Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with forensic scientist Rebecca Chiasson, known as  The Cajun Chemist , for a revealing look into today’s most dangerous and rapidly evolving drug trends. Rebecca shares her journey and passion for bridging the gap between laboratory science and frontline enforcement. Together, they break down fenta...

During the Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference   Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Heather and Randi from  STOMP For Change , a ruralTexas community organization dedicated to prevention, youth leadership, and recovery support. They discuss the challenges of serving a rural area, rising concerns around alcohol and vaping, and the realities facing people in recovery. Fresh from the Emer...

When “talking to someone” online feels safer than talking to a real person, what could go wrong? Steven MacDonald, Executive Director from Safer Schools Together, and Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway explore how kids’ search for connection in digital spaces can expose them to manipulation, misinformation, and risk. Learn how AI chatbots, chatrooms, and social platforms can create false trust, and what a...

In this episode, we dive into why relying solely on bulletins and reports isn’t enough when it comes to tracking drug trends in our communities. By the time those bulletins hit your desk, you’re already behind. The real intelligence lies in getting out into the community and scanning local stores, gas stations, vape shops, and malls. From asking clerks about the most popular products to understand...

Once clearly defined spaces, liquor stores and vape shops are rapidly evolving into full-blown hybrid smoke shops. In this episode, we dive into the shifting landscape of retail drug culture — where gas stations, vape shops, and even liquor stores are now selling everything from nicotine and Delta-8 to powdered THC and kratom. If you've ever wondered whether that new logo in the corner store m...

One of today’s most requested topics is the rise of Feel Free —a small blue bottle making a big impact. Marketed as a dietary supplement, it combines kava root and kratom, raising major concerns about addiction, legality, and youth access . In this episode, Tall Cop unpacks the data and explains why this mix is risky , and explores the role of social media in driving its popularity. With no age re...

In this episode, Tall Cop breaks down the Tall Cop Trifecta of Drugs —ease of access, low price point, and flavored products—and what that means for students today. From $1 edibles to $3 vapes and kratom under $5, the affordability and concealability of these substances are changing the game inside schools. We’ll cover: The most common substances showing up in schools: alcohol, cannabis, vapes, ed...

In this episode, the Tall Cop breaks down the rise of 7-hydroxy (7-OH), a powerful and dangerous derivative of kratom that has quickly become a national drug trend. He shares how he first identified it in communities long before the FDA’s warning, explains why it’s more potent than kratom, and highlights the growing risks as it appears in smoke shops across the country.

Why are we selling flavored drugs? If your doctor offered you mango or strawberry-flavored opioids, you’d be outraged—so why do we allow candy-flavored vapes, mushrooms, and other substances to be marketed to kids? In this episode, Jermaine Galloway, the Tall Cop , takes a hard look at the growing trend of flavored drugs, their impact on youth addiction, and why banning one substance while leaving...

The vape industry is pedal to the metal, racing to keep up with tech trends and capture young users’ attention. In this episode, Tall Cop breaks down the latest innovations, from video game vapes with 20,000 puffs to smartwatch-style vapes that take selfies and check the weather. With boost modes, customizable flavors, and a growing presence in rural and metro areas, the industry is accelerating i...

Not all “natural” substances are as safe as they seem. In this episode, we take a look at the latest “all-natural” trends hitting the market like ashwagandha and kava—legal, unregulated, and easily accessible. From smoke shop shelves to Amazon.com, these herbal potentiators are popping up more and more, but are they really as harmless as they sound? Spoiler alert: Just because it’s herbal doesn’t...

Vapes aren’t the only thing flying under the radar. Nicotine salts and pouches are quickly becoming the discreet, addictive alternatives your kids might be using without detection. In this episode, we break down what these products are, how they’re marketed to appear less harmful, and why they’re gaining traction with teens and athletes alike. Plus, we’ll uncover how the drug world is adapting thi...

Dive into the shadowy rise of Phenibut, a legal yet unregulated substance with a seemingly innocent advertisement of a “Dietary Supplement” having "anti-anxiety effects and cognition-enhancing properties". Originating in Russia, this inexpensive depressant has infiltrated communities across the U.S., appearing in every state and thriving within drug culture.  Also known by names like B-p...

Listen as Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway interviews Stephanie Short, a recovery coach, peer support specialist, and community impact coordinator with United Way who overcame a 25-year battle with addiction to become a beacon of hope for others. Driven by the belief that “If they’re still breathing, there is still hope,” Stephanie shares her inspiring story of resilience and self-transformation. From t...

The leaves and temperature aren’t the only things changing as we head into autumn. Join  Jermaine Galloway  the Tall Cop as he discusses the shifting trends throughout the nation regarding the drug world. Galloway will cover popular substances such as THCA, Tianeptine, Deltas, Nicotine Salts, and vape pens that are shifting within the drug world and he will reveal how they are truly “hidden in pla...

Tall Cop discusses trending drugs like xylazine, carfentanyl, stimulants, and others with Dr. Levi Bolin and Dr. Steven Passik from Millennium Health. How data can be used to predict drug trends and epidemics before they become out of control to inform and educate the public, prevent and intervene. Is there hope and what is coming? Click on the link below to read the annual Millennium Health Signa...

Clerks are now opening up packages of vapes for you to sample them. Smoke shops have such a surplus of vapes that they are sold at such low, enticing prices. How can addiction go down when vape production is up? Listen to my Vaping 101 and Vaping 202 episodes to find out more.