Resource Roundup: August 2025
In this episode of Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West we’re spotlighting 6 powerful community resources that are making a difference in our community. Whether you're looking to volunteer...
13 Aug 20259min
The New Street Drug Era
In this episode of Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we hear from Fernando Montero, PhD, as he unpacks the changes in street drug markets across the U.S. since the 1990s. Dr. Montero w...
6 Aug 202543min
Hope After Loss
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we sit down with Pam Gold, Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors at First Step House. Pam shares the deeply personal story of losing...
30 Jul 202529min
ARCHES of Hope
In this episode of Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we dive into a powerful conversation from a recent PARCKA Parley featuring Vanessa Genova, CPSS. Join us as we explore the inspirin...
23 Jul 202512min
Methamphetamine 101
In this episode of Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we continue our exploration of the substances most affecting our communities. We're joined by Dr. Marcela Smid—a physician, researc...
16 Jul 202522min
Fentanyl 101
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we welcome back friend of the podcast Jasmin Charles, MS, PA-C, for an important conversation about fentanyl. Jasmin breaks down wh...
9 Jul 202520min
Up in Smoke: Rethinking Tobacco Conversations
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we’re joined by Kara Kikuchi, ND, from the Center for HOPE at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Kara shares valuable insights on tobac...
2 Jul 202529min
For the Reality TV Girlies
In this episode of Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West, we dive into the world of reality TV and its impact on how addiction is portrayed and perceived. From harmful stereotypes to moment...
18 Jun 202535min
