In this conversation, Von interviews April Ella, the director of operations at A New Path, a San Diego-based organization focused on harm reduction and advocacy for therapeutic drug policies. They discuss April's journey from fashion to harm reduction, the impact of fentanyl and the emerging drug Trank, the concept of harm reduction, the historical context of the war on drugs, and the importance of naloxone in preventing overdoses. April shares insights on the stigma surrounding addiction and the various services offered by A New Path to support individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Harm Reduction and A New Path
(04:47) April's Journey from Fashion to Harm Reduction
(09:28) Understanding Fentanyl and Its Impact
(17:26) The Myths and Realities of Fentanyl
(21:37) Defining Harm Reduction in Drug Use
(24:32) Personal Experiences and Harm Reduction Strategies
(24:48) Harm Reduction in the Drug Community
(27:33) Understanding Addiction as a Disease
(30:27) The Need for Safe Consumption Sites
(33:24) The War on Drugs: A Historical Perspective
(39:20) The Ongoing Impact of Drug Policies (
46:07) Reframing Addiction: A Public Health Issue
(47:47) The Impact of Fear Mongering in the Drug War
(52:42) Understanding Tranq: The New Drug on the Scene
(55:59) Harm Reduction: A Bridge to Recovery
(01:02:32) Naloxone: Saving Lives Through Education
(01:11:07) A New Path: Community Services and Support
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