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Mentioned in 16 episodes
Chasing the Scream
The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs
Book • 2015
In 'Chasing the Scream', Johann Hari delves into the origins and consequences of the war on drugs.
The book spans nine countries, where Hari interviews a diverse range of individuals, including addicts, dealers, scientists, and policymakers.
Hari explores the early figures in the drug war, such as Billie Holiday and Harry J. Anslinger, and discusses modern-day alternatives to prohibition, including decriminalization and legalization policies in countries like Portugal and Uruguay.
The book argues that addiction is not a disease but an adaptation to environment and advocates for a shift from punitive measures to rehabilitation and connection-based solutions.
The book spans nine countries, where Hari interviews a diverse range of individuals, including addicts, dealers, scientists, and policymakers.
Hari explores the early figures in the drug war, such as Billie Holiday and Harry J. Anslinger, and discusses modern-day alternatives to prohibition, including decriminalization and legalization policies in countries like Portugal and Uruguay.
The book argues that addiction is not a disease but an adaptation to environment and advocates for a shift from punitive measures to rehabilitation and connection-based solutions.
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Mentioned in 16 episodes
Mentioned by 
Adam Skolnick and 
Rich Roll in relation to their podcast conversation about addiction and Ozempic.
Adam Skolnick and Rich Roll in relation to their podcast conversation about addiction and Ozempic.
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Roll ON: Journaling, Creativity & Process—Plus Transformative Books, Thoughts on Regenerative Agriculture & Remembering Swimming's Greatest Coach
Mentioned by 
Johann Hari as the book that has done the most good in the world, impacting addiction treatment approaches.
Johann Hari as the book that has done the most good in the world, impacting addiction treatment approaches.
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Johann Hari - Everything You Think You Know About Meaning & Happiness Is Wrong
Mentioned by Johan Hari as one of his books.
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Fighting Depression with Social Connection, Johann Hari
Mentioned by Hugh Van Cuylenburg as books that have had an extraordinary impact on many people worldwide.
Johann Hari - Beware The Thrill of The Magic Pill
Mentioned by Johan Hari as his first book, discussed during an anecdote about a woman reading it on a plane.
Stolen Focus with Johann Hari
Mentioned by 
Alastair Campbell when discussing the failure of the American war on drugs in Latin America.
Alastair Campbell when discussing the failure of the American war on drugs in Latin America.
144. Question Time: The War On Drugs, a Tory Green Party, and Long Covid
