Ben Westhoff, an award-winning investigative journalist and author of "Fentanyl, Inc.", dives deep into the dark world of opioids and the fentanyl crisis. He explores the complex history of fentanyl, its emergence in rave culture, and the troubling impact of synthetic drugs. Westhoff discusses personal experiences with addiction, the role of Narcan in overdose prevention, and innovative treatments such as psychedelics. He highlights the intersection of drugs, hip-hop culture, and societal change, urging a reevaluation of drug policies.
Ben Westhoff is an award-winning investigative journalist who writes about culture, drugs, and poverty. His new book "Fentanyl, Inc.: How Rogue Chemists Are Creating the Deadliest Wave of the Opioid Epidemic " is available now on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Fentanyl-Inc-Chemists-Creating-Deadliest/dp/0802127436