Episode #1 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. Introduction with Dr. Lev.
For more information visit: HighTruths.Com Welcome to High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. In this introductory episode Dr. Lev gives an overview of High Truths, a new – fact filled – informative – podcast. I am your host, Dr. Roneet Lev, an emergency and addiction doctor who has served at the White House and still practices […]
Episode #3 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Ken Finn, Editor of first medical textbook on cannabis. Is there enough marijuana research?
For more information visit: HighTruths.com Ken P. Finn, M.D. Dr. Finn graduated Medical School from the University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston (’90). He completed residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation from the University of Utah (’94), and is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (’95) as well as Pain Medicine (’98), and Pain Management […]
Episode #5 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. Joe Eberstein gives advice on how to talk to kids about drugs.
Should you tell your children that you use to use drugs? What is the best prevention method is talking to youth about drugs. Learn on High Truths
Episode #6 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. Why do people develop addiction? Robert’s journey.
Why do people use drugs? Robert shares his journey from using deadly heroin and being homeless to being an honor student in computer science.
Episode #7 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. Dr. Lev visits a marijuana shop. Part 1 – In the shop.
March and Ash is a legal recreational marijuana dispensary in San Diego. Dr. Lev takes a field trip with eye opening conversations. Is this the apple store or a pot shop? The difference is the heavy security, two ATM machines and shoppers leave with little bags instead of big boxes. Is the store manager practicing […]
Episode #8 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction: Dr. Lev visits a marijuana shop, Part 2 – with the owner.
Dr. Lev continued her visit at March and Ash marijuana store. After meeting Terry the store manager in Part 1, she meets sits with the store owner in Part 2. Brett, the owner tells stories of people who died after using marijuana, kids who need marijuana for pain, and teens who develop terrible addiction. Learn […]
Episode #10 – High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. Edward Wood, Founder and President of DUID Victim Voices. Marijuana drugged driving.
A Kaiser doctor gives a marijuana “medical prescription” to a young man with history of depression and PTSD. As a drugged driver he kills 1 person and injures 5 others. Is the doctor liable? The courts dismissed the case and the poor young man ended his life in suicide. Edward Wood Ed Wood founded DUID […]
Episode # 13 Dr. Robert DuPont joins High Truths with actionable advice on combating social norms on addiction.
Dr. DuPont has been a leader in the addiction field for over 50 years. He served as the first director of NIDA, the second Drug Czar, and continues to consult, treat patients, and do research. His perspective on combating perceived social norms of drugs is important for all to hear.
Episode #23 High Truths with Dr. Kevin Sabet on Smart Approaches to Marijuana
This episode starts with a game – Fact or Fiction on Medical Marijuana. Test your knowledge and then listen further to learn from Dr. Kevin Sabet whether the “war” or “battle” on marijuana legalization is lost, and what that means. KEVIN A. SABET, PHD Dr. Kevin Sabet is an affiliate of the Institution for Social […]
Episode #31 High Truths with Dr. Paula Gordon on Second Hand Marijuana Smoke
Smoke free policies are aimed at protecting the non-smoker. What are the effects of secondhand marijuana smoke? Learn fro High Truths expert, Dr. Paula Gordon. Paula D. Gordon, Ph.D. Paula D. Gordon, Ph.D. is an educator, writer, analyst, researcher, speaker, consultant, and independent contractor. She has taught at many institutions including the California State University […]
Episode #43 High Truths with Patrick Foley Addiction Counselor
Patrick Foley Patrick Foley has over 20 years of experience in the addiction treatment field. Patrick currently works for McAllister Institute, serving people with various dependency issues. Mr. Foley is a coaching consultant and a frequent speaker and subject matter expert regarding adolescent dependence promoting solution-based goals that navigate clients through the recovery process. Patrick […]
Episode #55 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Nora Volkow
Listen to Dr. Nora Volkow’s discussion with Dr. Roneet Lev on the gold standard for addiction, substance use disorder treatment, innovations in drug treatment, naloxone, emergency treatment, stigma, decriminalization, marijuana, and more. This podcast includes Dr. Nora Volkow keynote presentation at the Western Regional Opioid & Stimulant Summit of November 2021. Nora D. Volkow, M.D., […]
Episode #57 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Sir Robin Murray and Cannabis Induced Schizophrenia
What is the relationship of cannabis/ marijuana with psychosis and schizophrenia? Learn from the father of schizophrenia research, Professor Sir Robin Murray. Sir Robin Murray, FMedSci FRS Professor Sir Robin Murray is a Professor of Psychiatric Research at the Institute of Psychiatry (IoP), King’s College London and a Fellow of the Royal Society. He is […]
Episode # 58 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Libby Study and High Potency THC
High potency THC is associated with psychosis and schizophrenia. Why are we not following the science? Elizabeth ‘Libby’ Stuyt, MD Dr. Stuyt is a board-certified Addiction Psychiatrist and has worked in the addiction/behavioral health field since 1990. She was the Medical Director for the Circle Program, a 90-day inpatient treatment program, funded by the state […]
Episode #59 High Truth in Drugs and Addiction with Jennifer Cifaldi and Drugged Driving
Take off the “Beer Goggles” when thinking about Drugged Driving. Driving while impaired is illegal whether it is from alcohol or any other drugs. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration drug use among fatally injured drivers who were tested fro drugs rose fro 25% in 2007 to 42% in 2016, and marijuana presence […]
Episode #60 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Heidi Swan and A Night In Jail, Homeless-Psychosis-and Schizophrenia
Psychosis. A Night In Jail is inspired by Heidi’s brother’s true life story of homelessness, drug addiction, and schizophrenia. He went to jail 18 times. Heidi talks with Dr. Lev about psychosis. Heidi Anderson-Swan is the co-author of A Night In Jail. Adapted as a novella, film and play, this gritty Young Adult fictional story […]
Episode #62 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dawn Reinfeld and Protection from High Potency THC in Colorado
When Colorado voted to legalize marijuana, did they also mean to legalize high potency THC products that acts more like methamphetamine than marijuana? Listen to Dawn Reinfeld the woman behind Colorado cannabis reform legislation adding consumer protection from the new engineered products. Dawn Reinfeld Dawn Reinfeld is the co-founder and Executive Director of Blue Rising […]
Episode #65 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Jean Hausheer on Cannabis and Glaucoma
Is you had Glaucoma, a disease that can make you blind, would you trust eye drops from a pharmacy or marijuana? Would you want to get medical advise from Dr. Google, Dr. Legislator or Dr. Jean Hausheer, a board certified ophthalmologist? Jean R. Hausheer, MD, FACS Dr. Hausheer practices comprehensive cataract and refractive eye […]
Episode #67 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. La Tisha Bader on Women and Weed
The cannabis industry is marketing to women with creams, lotions, shampoos, makeup and hair products. How do you know what is safe and what isn’t? What are the consumer protections? What about athletes? Does THC enhance or deter from athletic performance? Is it ergogenic or ergolytic? Listen to Dr. Lev’s conversation with Dr. Bader. Dr. […]
Episode #68 High Truths with Dr. Aaron Weiner and Youth Marijuana Prevention
Marijuana use is common, normalized and even glamorized. How do we protect our youth and the growing brain from harm? Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP Aaron Weiner is a board-certified Psychologist and addiction specialist, and speaks nationally on the topics of addiction, behavioral health, and the impact of drug policy on public health. He earned his […]
Episode #70 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Stuart Reese on Genotoxicity of Cannabis Products
Cannabis can Weed-Whack your DNA. Genotoxicity describes the property of chemical agents that damages genetic information or causes mutations. These mutations can lead to cancer. Listen to Dr. Reece talk about his genetic research. Thank you High Truth Listeners for making us #11 in 60 Best Addiction Podcast to Follow in 2022 Stuart Reece, MD […]
Episode # 74 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Sharon Levy on Cannabis and Youth
Cannabis use is associated with alarming increase in mental health crisis, especially in youth. High potency THC products are the driving this problem. Dr. Levy sees this in her clinic treating kids with cannabis use disorder. Sharon Levy, MD, MPH Sharon Levy, MD, MPH is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Addiction Medicine specialist, Director of the Adolescent […]
Episode #75 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Laura Stack and protecting youth from marijuana
Preventing youth from using marijuana is key in preventing drug addiction and psychosis. Laura Stack has practical and life saving advice for parents and those interested in drug prevention. Do you have a code word with your kids? The code means come get me wherever I am, no questions asked. Laura Stack is Johnny Stack’s […]
Episode #76 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Congressman Patrick Kennedy on Mental Health and Marijuana
What’s the overlap in mental health and marijuana? Congressman Patrick Kennedy notes that Addiction for Profit Industry in Preying on Vulnerable populations including children. Former U.S. Representative Patrick J. Kennedy During his time in Congress, Patrick J. Kennedy was the lead author of the landmark Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (Federal Parity Law), […]
Episode # 77 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Marta DiForte on Cannabis Induced Psychosis
Dr. Di Forte is world renowned expert in cannabis induced psychosis research and risk factors for schizophrenia. Dr Marta Di Forti is a Clinical Reader in Psychosis Research at the Dept of Social, Developmental and Genetic Research, Institute of Psychiatry, and Honorary Consultant Adult Psychiatrist, Lambeth EI Community team, South London and Maudsley NHS foundation […]
Episode #78 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Tom Frieden on Public Health
Can the public health solution to drug overdoses follow the public health model for COVID?Can we do contact tracing for overdoses like we do for infectious diseases? Dr. Tom Frieden, former CDC director say yes. Dr. Tom Frieden is a physician trained in internal medicine, infectious diseases, public health, and epidemiology. He is former director […]
Episode #80 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Ben Cort on Cannabis Use Disorder
Ben Cort Ben’s passion for recovery, prevention and harm reduction comes from his own struggle with substance abuse. Sober since 6/15/96, Ben has been a part of the recovery movement in almost every way imaginable; from a recipient to a provider to a spokesperson. Cort has a deep understanding of the issues and a personal […]
Episode #87 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Alex Berenson, author of Tell Your Children About Marijuana
Does marijuana cause mental illness and violence? Alex Berenson published a doctorate type research in his book – Tell Your Children. Alex is also known for being cancelled by Twitter for his views on the COVID vaccine. Alex Berenson was born in New York in 1973 and grew up in Englewood, N.J. After graduating from […]
Episode # 90 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Shannon Murphy on Talking to Kids on Marijuana
How do you talk to your children about drugs? There is increase normalization and commercialization of drugs, especially marijuana, preying on kids. If parents don’t talk to kids about drugs, they will learn about it from Snap Chat or Drug Dealers. Addiction is a disease on the young brain with serious health harms. Dr. Shannon […]
Episode # 93 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Pamela McColl and the Pied Pipers of Pot
Pamela McColl met the Pied Pipers of Pot and watched them lead Canada, American and a global following of marijuana. Where there warning signs of the medical and societal harms before legalization? Pamela McColl https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pamela_McColl Principal and Publisher, Grafton and Scratch Pamela’s Book The Pied Pipers of Pot: Protecting Youth from the Marijuana Industry When the […]
Episode #105 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction Season 2 Finale
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction presents SEASON FINALE Live Stream of December 9, 2022. Featured experts reflex on 2022 and share High Truths hopes for 2023. Dr. Roneet Lev, podcast host, Emergency and Addiction Physician Dr. Bertha Madras, Drug Policy Expert, Harvard Medical School Dr. Libby Stuyt, Psychiatrist Colorado Dr. Jessica Ristau, Internal Medicine […]
Episode #108 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. David Baranger on Mental Health Burden with Prenatal Cannabis Use
A recent publication in JAMA Pediatrics shows that mental health burdens are associated with prenatal cannabis exposure that persists from childhood to early adolescence. These are results from the Longitudinal ABCD (Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development) study. David Baranger, PhD I am a Neuroscientist and Postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis. My primary interest is […]
Episode #111 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Sid Puri and Preventing Youth from Substance Use Disorder
What is the best approach for preventing youth with substance use disorder? Learn from Dr. Sid Puri who reaches kids with SUD in LA County. “Prevention begins at birth or before.” “It’s the end of casual drug use” – because of fentanyl Dr. Siddarth Puri Dr. Puri is the Associate Medical Director of Prevention at […]
Episode #121 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Bonnie Halprn-Felsher and Mind over Marijuana Campaign
California Department of Public Health Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch Youth Cannabis Prevention Initiative Cannabis use among youth is more common than either binge drinking or smoking tobacco According to the California Healthy Kids Survey, 16% of 11th graders are current cannabis users. Today’s youth are in a season of self-discovery, seeking meaning, connections, […]
Episode #122 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dominic Tierno and Dead on Arrival
Dead on Arrival is a heart wrenching documentary that is raw and real. Listen to Dominic Tierno the producer of the movie on why he made the movie and how it impacted him. Dominic Tierno has told stories through video since he was a child. As he grew into his teenage years, with the rise […]
Episode #129 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Monte Stiles and Drug Crime
How has the landscape changed for Drug Crime? Listen to Monte Stile share his career experience as a federal prosecutor. Is smoking Hookah safer than marijuana? Sarah, a pharmacy student ask a question. Listen for an answer. Monte Stile I served my entire professional career as a state and federal prosecutor. As a state prosecutor […]
Episode #136 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dennis Prager
Dr Lev talks to Dennis about the normalization of drugs, marijuana, and importance of prevention. Dennis Prager is co-founder and president of Prager University, one of the most widely viewed video sites in the world, with a billion views a year. He is a nationally syndicated radio talk-show host, columnist, and author of ten books, […]
Episode #141 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Mahmoud ElSohly and growing marijuana for research
What is the difference between marijuana sold at a dispensary and marijuana used for research? There is a big difference? Listen to the world’s leader in marijuana growth for research, Dr. Mahmoud ElSohly. Dr. ElSohly received a B.S. in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry and a M.S. in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences from Cairo University, Cairo, […]
Episode #148 High Truth on Drugs and Addiction with Dale Quigley and Ed Shemelya on the National Marijuana Initiative
The National Marijuana Initiative strives to dispel misconceptions about marijuana and raise awareness of issues surrounding the drug; so that citizens and policymakers can make well-informed choices regarding marijuana use and regulations. Some of the services offered include: Educational presentations on marijuana and the effects of its legalization for law enforcement groups, public forums, community coalitions, and legislators […]
Episode #149 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr Jennifer Triemstra and FDA approved cannabinoid research
Cannabis has many different chemicals, namely cannabinoids that have pharmaceutical benefits. Learn about FDA approved cannabinoid research. There is a big difference between medications that are FDA approved and smoking weed. Jennifer Triemstra, MS PhD Jennifer L Triemstra, MS, PhD – Associate Medical Director – Cannabinoid Education, US Medical Affairs, Jazz Pharmaceuticals Jennifer, also known […]
Episode #150 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Cyril D’Souza and Cannabis Research
A medical marijuana card does not follow the standard of care for prescribing antibiotics or pain medications. There is no benefit-harm calculation for cannabis cards. A concerned parent calls into High Truths because of the mental health harms cannabis caused his son. Dr. D’Souza is one of the leading scientific experts on cannabis and head […]
Episode #152 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Jacquelyn Bainbridge on Cannabis Medication Research
Cannabis includes hundreds of different chemical, some of which have promising medicinal value. What does it take to get more cannabis based medications that are FDA approved? Jacquelyn L. Bainbridge, BSPharm , PharmD, , FCCP, MSCS, FAES Jacquelyn L. Bainbridge, BSPharm, PharmD, FCCP, MSCS, FAES, is a Professor at the University of Colorado Anschutz […]
Episode #154 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dave Evans and Cannabis Litigation
People working in cannabis industry have suffered work related injury from second hand smoke effects. Patients suffered malpractice injury when doctors recommend cannabis that exacerbated or created mental illness. Dave Evans discusses the growing cases of cannabis litigation. David G. Evans, Attorney at Law has decades of experience consulting with treatment programs on regulatory, policy […]
Episode #156 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Joe Dokes and Harms of Pot
The harms of Pot. Jeff was Army veteran, paratrooper, law enforcement profressonal and avid surfer. He developed chronic pain after injured from a collision in pursuit of a drunk driver. He was convinced to try “natural alternatives” to opioids and used weed. He did not expect the hallucinations and psychosis that is associated with high […]
Episode # 163 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Heidi Swan and Christy Brown on Marijuana Murder
Can Marijuana cause Murder? In a landmark case, Bryn Spejcher was convicted of involuntary manslaughter after stabbing her boyfriend Chad O’Meila 108 times. Heidi Swan and Dr. Christy Brown attended the trial and share their observations and perspective. Should Bryn be in jail? Is marijuana induced psychosis a get out of jail card for murder? […]
Episode #173 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Leslie Philips and Drugged Driving
Drugged Driving. 4/20 – the improptu national holiday for marijuana, and we want to bring about marijuana awareness. Marijuana has many side effects and health consequences, but today’s focus is on drugged driving. If you smoke weed for any reason don’t get behind the wheel for at least 4 hours. If you use edibles, […]
Episode #170 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Aubree Adams and Every Brain Matters
Every Brain Matters – that is Aubree Adams mantra and purpose. Aubree Adams is a leading advocate who stands up against the predatory addiction-for-profit marijuana industry. She has a BS in Exercise Science and Health promotion but is most proud of her experience as a mom of two sons and two dogs and as a […]
Episode #169 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Peter Komendowski and Drug-Free Communities
Peter Komendowski is one of Iowa’s leading advocates for healthy, drug-free communities. In the face of the opioid epidemic, a resurgence of meth use, and a marijuana industry targeting Iowa youth he is a sought-after speaker as an expert in substance abuse prevention and high-risk behavior management. Peter serves as president of The Partnership for […]
MU hosts lecture on the dangers of cannabis poisoning
KOMU 8 Reporter Aidan O’Conner Dr. Roneet Lev was the inaugural speaker of the 3 Dean Lecture at the University of Missouri in Columbia, She took the audience on a tour of the emergency department to see cases of cannabis poisoning. in a lecture titled “It’s Just Pot, What’s the Problem?”
Episode #170 High Truths with Aubree Adams and Every Brain Matters
Every Brain Matters Aubree Adams is a leading advocate who stands up against the predatory addiction-for-profit marijuana industry. She is the founder and director of Every Brain Matters, a nationally trusted educational resource formed by families with loved ones who have been severely damaged or killed by the effects of marijuana. The stories of these […]
Dangers of Marijuana: How high-potency weed & oil can damage the teenage brain
ABC 10 Jim Avila, Investigative Reporter, January 24, 202 SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Marijuana is not what it used to be. The legal retailers are making power-packed versions of THC oils, gummies and even sodas that doctors say they are now finding are highly addictive and causing actual brain damage in teenagers and young adults. […]
‘I thought I had lost her’: Doctors warn of marijuana edibles’ danger for kids
ABC 10 Jim Avila, Investigative Reporter, January 15, 2024 Part 1 or 4 in Series on Cannabis – Cannabis Candies SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Californians love their legal marijuana. The highest number of cannabis users in the country live in the Golden State, nearly 7 million people, according to Statista, an internet data company. But […]
San Diego ER seeing 37 marijuana cases a day – mostly psychosis
Leighton Woodhouse – October 22, 2022 The New York Post
Dr. Phil – Is America Too High on Marijuana
Dr. Phil Show – October 21, 2022 Against Legalization: Dr. Kevin Sabet, Laura Stack, Heidi Swan, James and Charmaine Hays and others Pro Legalization: Karen O’Keefe, the Director of State Policies at Marijuana Policy Project, retired police officer Major Neil Franklin, and budtenders Are and Char Is American Too High on Marijuana?
How Weed Became the New OxyContin
How Weed Became the New OxyContin Leighton Woodhouse, Table Magazine, August 30, 2022
