The Drug Science Podcast

This week we present you with a podcast recorded live at the book launch of ‚Drug Science and British drug policy’. We’re going to hear panel discussions on the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and different approaches to drug policy with co-authors of the book. In part 1 professor David Nutt will talk with Prof Alex Stevens (Professor in Criminal Justice), Prof Val Curran (Professor of Clinical, Educational & Health Psychology), and Roz Gittins (Director of Pharmacy). Tune in to hear about 50 years of failed drug policy, and what you can do to influence change. 


Drug Science and British Drug Policy: Critical Analysis of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
Sentia GABA Spirit
Professor Alex Stevens
Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs
Ecstasy (MDMA)
‚Drug policy ratchet’
Cannabinoid
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Harm reduction 
The Drugtakers. The Social Meaning of Drug Use by Jock Young
Overdose prevention centre (OPC)
Foil for harm reduction
Baroness Wootton of Abinger
Dame Carol Black
Controlled Drug Classes
Ronnie Cowan
National Institute of Drug Abuse
Drug Science Student Society Network
Heroin
Naloxone
Human psychobiology of MDMA or 'Ecstasy': an overview of 25 years of empirical research by Andrew Parrott 
George Ricaurte MDMA Research Controversy 
Nitrous oxide
Sadiq Khan plans pilot to ‘decriminalise’ minor cannabis offences in London
Intranasal Naloxone 
Khat
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What is The Drug Science Podcast?

Professor David Nutt has spent a career making the argument for a rational, evidence-based approach to drug policy and drug use. The scientific evidence still challenges perceived wisdom on drugs and for that reason can appear to be contentious. In this podcast, the Professor explores the actual harms and potential benefits of various drugs, challenging myths surrounding classification and legislation, and exploring the societal impact of poorly informed drug policy. Using evidence in public policy should not be controversial. A podcast for anyone interested in understanding the scientific truth about drugs, free from political or moral concern.