Ever wonder why an addict just can't quit? The science of addiction goes beyond biology. In this special episode of Campus Cast from Radio Azim Premji University, a unique cast of characters explores the surprising factors that contribute to this complex phenomenon. Imagine Brain and Hormones having an argument! That is one description of the conflicted personality of addiction. We dive deeper to get scientific about how substances hijack your brain’s reward system, firing chemicals that trigger craving and gratification. But it's more than just a physical battle. We meet Psychology, who reveals how people use substances to cope with hidden struggles. Spirituality joins the conversation, exploring the role of purpose in addiction. We also foray into learning how society's view of substances has changed over time. Additionally, we examine how poverty, cultural norms, and access all play a part. By the end of this episode, we hope you will view addiction in a new light. Join us for a journey that offers hope for recovery and explores ways to create better support systems. Tune in to ‘Stance on Substance’ and understand the secrets of addiction. ___________ Credits: Narrator: Mahima Guhan Protagonist: Akshay Ramuhalli Protagonist’s conscience: Trishaa Manda Protagonist’s mind: Arushi Thakur Protagonist’s hormonal system: Anand Athialy Psychology: Jyotiraditya Pradhan Spirituality: Aashi Chheda History: Khushi Verma Society: Kinshuk Ghosh Pre-production and script: Hitika Gilhotra Special thanks to Pratik Motikar Production credits: Akshay Ramuhalli, Bijoy Venugopal, Bruce Lee Mani, Harshit Hillol Gogoi, Narayan Krishnaswamy, Prashant Vasudevan, Sananda Dasgupta, Seema Seth, Supriya Joshi, Shraddha Gautam, and Velu Shankar
