Andrew Jacobs

Andrew Jacobs, a health and science reporter for The New York Times, and Juliana Mercer, a veteran advocate, tackle the urgent issue of psychedelic legalization for therapeutic use. Mercer shares her personal struggle with PTSD and how psychedelics offer a promising path to healing. They discuss the evolving perspectives on these substances and the growing bipartisan support fueled by veteran advocacy. The conversation highlights Oregon's pioneering steps toward legal psilocybin and the FDA's recognition of MDMA for PTSD treatment, marking a significant shift in drug policy.

Join Andrew Jacobs, a global health reporter for The New York Times, as he delves into the escalating nursing shortage amid the COVID-19 crisis. He shares gripping stories from Pascagoula Hospital, revealing the emotional and physical toll on nurses who are labeled 'forgotten warriors.' The discussion highlights the chaos in emergency rooms, the rise of travel nursing as a stopgap, and the urgent need for systemic support to sustain healthcare workers. Jacobs’ insights bring light to their resilience while navigating overwhelming demands.