When does it stop being a party and start becoming a problem? Is there a way to steer clear of addiction?

Every Wednesday, Mike McGowan explores substance use disorders with expert guests.

Giving Voice to the Voiceless

August 6, 2025 28 minutes

Host

Mike McGowan

Guest

Libby Jones

Program Director at the Overdose Prevention Initiative (OPI)

Description

When federal funding is slashed for addiction treatment, education, and research, it affects millions of Americans struggling with substance use disorders and those who work with them. Libby Jones discusses the importance of working with and educating those who make policy and funding decisions. Ms. Jones is the Program Director at the Overdose Prevention Initiative (OPI). She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree with an emphasis on government from William & Mary, and a Master’s of Science degree with an emphasis on human rights from the London School of Economics. Libby leads OPI’s work to advance federal policies that reduce opioid overdose deaths through expanding access to treatment, championing harm reduction, and equipping lawmakers with the tools they need to make meaningful change. She continues to be a key voice in pushing for policies that make treatment accessible for all. She and the Overdose Prevention Initiative can be reached at Overdose Prevention Initiative: https://actionforoverdose.org

The State of Wisconsin’s Dose of Reality campaign is at Dose of Reality: Opioids in Wisconsin: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/opioids/index.htm More information about the federal response to the ongoing opioid crisis can be found at https://www.dea.gov/onepill

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