Addiction Practice Pod

BC Centre on Substance Use
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Addiction Practice Pod

Addiction Practice Pod is a podcast series on addiction and substance use care for health care providers, offering practical tips and guidance to improve addiction care.

  1. APR 11

    Understanding and challenging stigma related to alcohol use and Indigenous people

    In this episode, award-winning journalist David P. Ball and First Nations Health Authority’s Medical Officer, Mental Health and Wellness, Dr. Nolan Hop Wo discuss the impact of stereotypes related to Indigenous people and alcohol use. Together, they speak with Beryl Parke, a Traditional Wellness Worker at First Nations Health Authority. Beryl is from the Haida Nation and belongs to the Sangalth Stastas Eagle Clan and is currently working in the Kwakwaka’wakw Territory on the lands of the We Wai Kai people in Cambell River, BC. Drawing on her personal experiences and knowledge from practicing in remote First Nations communities, Beryl discusses the importance of alcohol harm reduction and compassionate substance use care.You can find additional resources and clinical pearls in the show notes: bit.ly/APP-S4E6 (https://bit.ly/APP-S4E6)Art by Nevada Lynn (https://nevadalynn.com/)

    34 min

  2. MAR 28

    Indigenous perspectives on supporting young people who use substances

    In this episode, award-winning journalist David P. Ball and award-winning family physician Dr. Robert Fox speak with Kali Sedgemore, the president of the Coalition of Peers Dismantling the Drug War and a skilled harm reductionist with a focus on supporting youth. Kali is from 'Namgis First Nation, a small remote island off of Vancouver Island North, and Dr. Fox is a member of the Blood Tribe in what's colonially known as southern Alberta. Together, they discuss reasons for youth substance use and considerations for providers when meeting and caring for young people who use drugs. Kali also speaks to the intersection between Indigenous identity and safer access to substance use care, and about the strengths and resilience of youth.You can find additional resources and clinical pearls in the show notes, including the article on youth harm reduction calls to action mentioned in the episode: bit.ly/APP-S4E5 (https://bit.ly/APP-S4E5)Art by Satsi Naziel (https://www.satsinaziel.com/)

    36 min

  3. MAR 7

    Indigenous culture as medicine

    In this episode, award-winning journalist David P. Ball and family physician Dr. Esther Tailfeathers speak with Maura Gowans, a counselling consultant for Indigenous people, about the role that connection to culture can play in healing and wellness. Together, they discuss the importance of bringing together traditional Indigenous approaches and Western approaches to substance use care in the context of the toxic drug crisis. Maura also describes how she creates safe spaces for clients and embeds cultural practices into her life and clinical practice. You can find additional resources and clinical pearls from the episode in the show notes: bit.ly/APP-S4E4 (https://bit.ly/APP-S4E4)Artwork by Satsi Naziel (https://www.satsinaziel.com/)

    35 min

  4. FEB 22

    Strengths-based approaches to healing and wellness in rural and remote Indigenous communities

    Addressing the health needs of individuals in remote and rural Indigenous communities, as well as Indigenous people living in urban areas, requires a shift from Western-centric solutions. To emphasize the diversity of Indigenous Peoples, tailored and culturally-relevant approaches are crucial. This can include mobilizing peer and family support, recognizing the significance of culture, Elders, spirituality, and building community capacity through sustainable funding of Indigenous-led programs.  In this episode of the Addiction Practice Pod, award-winning journalist David P. Ball and family physician Dr. Esther Tailfeathers discuss the realities of substance use care in Kainai Nation, a rural community where Dr. Tailfeathers works. We also hear from Helen Knott, award-winning author and founder of Indigenous wellness program Fierce With Heart, about her own healing journey and relationships to substance use, the land, and health care systems. You can find additional resources and clinical pearls from the episode in the show notes: bit.ly/APP-S4E3 (https://bit.ly/APP-S4E3)Artwork by Nevada Lynn (https://nevadalynn.com/)

    36 min

  5. FEB 8

    Addressing the complexities of abstinence-based perspectives within Indigenous communities by emphasizing cultural strengths

    Navigating abstinence-based perspectives in substance use care can be complex. Within Indigenous communities, these complexities also intersect with the impacts of colonialism. Abstinence-based perspectives may arise or align with Indigenous teachings, they may stem from imposed colonial values, or both may be true. It is important to recognize that there are a variety of explanations for why abstinence-based approaches may be promoted, and that these can offer a healing path for individuals when aligned with Indigenous worldviews.  In this episode of the Addiction Practice Pod, award-winning journalist David P. Ball and First Nation Health Authority’s Medical Officer of Mental Health and Wellness, Dr. Nolan Hop Wo, discuss potential benefits and harms from abstinence-based approaches to substance use care. We also hear from Keshia Cleaver, Harm Reduction and Program Advisor with The Four Directions Team at First Nations Health Authority, on why abstinence-based perspectives are common in some Indigenous communities, and how to meet communities where they are at with harm reduction. You can find additional resources and clinical pearls from the episode in the show notes: bit.ly/APP-S4E2 (http://bit.ly/APP-S4E2)Artwork by Brianna Bear (https://briannabearart.bigcartel.com/)

    36 min

  6. JAN 25

    Culture-centred Indigenous harm reduction: Mitigating the impacts of colonialism

    The ongoing impacts of colonization continue to affect the health and wellness of Indigenous Peoples, evident in the disproportionate rates of toxic drug poisonings and deaths experienced by Indigenous people as compared to non-Indigenous people. Addressing the harms related to substance use in these communities involves acknowledging and reducing the harms of colonialism, while emphasizing and building upon the strengths and resilience of Indigenous Peoples. In this episode of the Addiction Practice Pod, award-winning journalist David P. Ball speaks with the Medical Officer of Mental Health and Wellness at First Nations Health Authority, Dr. Nolan Hop Wo, on how colonialism and substance use are related. We also hear from Lacey Jones, Program Director of QomQem Coastal Connections, on strengths-based approaches to reducing the harms associated with colonialism. You can find additional resources and clinical pearls from the episode in the show notes: bit.ly/APP-S4E1 (http://bit.ly/APP-S4E1)Artwork by Brianna Bear (https://briannabearart.bigcartel.com/)

    36 min

  7. 2023-08-03

    The role of families in substance use care

    Families, including chosen families, can be an extremely important source of support in a person’s substances use care journey, but are often overlooked in substance use care planning. In this episode of the Addiction Practice Pod, co-hosts David Ball and Christina Chant discuss the complexities and strengths of involving families in substance use care. In a slight departure from usual programming, Christina is joined by her sister, Lauren Chant, to provide their unique perspectives as both clinicians and family members with years of experience navigating the health care system. We'd love to hear your feedback after the show. Find our evaluation, along with our show notes, here: bit.ly/APP-s3ep6 (https://bit.ly/APP-s3ep6)

    30 min

  8. 2023-07-20

    Prescribed safer supply

    Prescribed safer supply aims to provide access to a legal and regulated supply of drugs, in order to reduce the risk of harms and death associated with using the increasingly toxic unregulated drug supply. In this episode of the Addiction Practice Pod, Dr. Marcus Greatheart and journalist David Ball discuss prescribed safer supply with guests who have on-the-ground experience. First, we hear from harm reduction nurse educator Corey Ranger, on the concept of a “safer supply”, and steps clinicians can take to make prescribed safer supply programs more effective. Corey also shares some lessons learned from participants at the Victoria SAFER Initiative, a prescribed safer supply program in Victoria, BC. From Safer Opioid Supply (SOS) in London, Ontario, Dr. Andrea Sereda discusses the importance of listening to your client’s needs when it comes to their substance use, including what they need to reduce their reliance on the unregulated supply, and shares some preliminary data from SOS. We also hear from the co-founder of the Coalition of Substance Users of the North (CSUN), Jenny McDougall, on the importance of providing lower-barrier care options for individuals who are experiencing harms from the unregulated drug supply. We'd love to hear your feedback after the show. Find our evaluation, along with our show notes, here: bit.ly/APP-s3ep5 (https://bit.ly/APP-s3ep5)

    34 min
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Addiction Practice Pod is a podcast series on addiction and substance use care for health care providers, offering practical tips and guidance to improve addiction care.

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  • Creator
    BC Centre on Substance Use
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © BC Centre on Substance Use
  • Show Website
    Addiction Practice Pod

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