Hooked

Came here for bank robberies, stayed for the story.

I’m completely infuriated by Tony and Josh’s blaming OxyContin for his “downfall.” Any addiction issues he has are due to underlying issues that were there already - as he said in Ep. 2. He was a heavy drinker and had to go to rehab. So, to blame legally-prescribed opioids for his addiction and turning to heroin is baloney, to put it mildly. The entire “opioid crisis” was manufactured by the press, and the “addiction” industry, along with the manufacturers of Suboxone, because legal opioids are cheap and effective, whereas Suboxone and the like, the treatment of “addction” is a multi, multi-billion dollar industry. OXYCONTIN IS NOT “LEGAL” HEROIN. The amount of inaccuracies and drinking of the fallacy Kool-Aid throughout this podcast is egregious. Whatever issues and moral failings Tony has are his, and his alone. Whatever choices he made or makes are his and his alone. Stop blaming safe, effective, and LEGAL pain medications for emotional issues that lead to stupid life choices

I lived in Seattle during this time and also struggled so I really related to Tony and his son. I knew a lot of different parents who used with their kids in Seattle. It was really common. Not saying it’s right. But the story is told so well and just is a great listen. I really loved the story and resonated with all of the people. Really terrific job. One of my all time favorite podcasts.

Wow. You always hear how it wasn’t the fault of addicts affected by this epidemic. But hearing this story really changed my understanding. My brother has a terrible story with a similar fall from incredible heights and now I understand him better. Tony is so intelligent and well spoken that he was a joy to listen to. Josh is incredible for having done this story. It’s sad to hear Tony was back in his car, I wish there were profits from it that he could get. Thanks to everyone for sharing.