Sharing Isn't Always Caring with Sheriff Leon Lott
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott joins host Alison Youngblood to discuss the legal consequences of distributing, possessing, and using fake pills. The best way to prevent drug-related crimes or deaths is to never get involved in the first place.
28 Oct 2026
High Risk, No Reward with Audrey Shaw
Host Alison Youngblood sits down with Audrey Shaw to learn about Audrey’s history with opioid and prescription drug misuse.
Hear about Audrey’s journey through physical and emotional pain and how later education made all the difference in changing her life.
7 Oct 2026
OTs, Not ODs with Ricky Sapp
Take it into overtime in the fight against opioid misuse with former Clemson University and professional football player Ricky Sapp. Ricky shares his experiences dealing with pain and pressure in high-level athletics with host Alison Youngblood.
2 Sept 2026
Be a Team Player with Dee Nichols
Dee Nichols, athletic director at Presbyterian College in Clinton, SC, joins host Alison Youngblood to discuss the importance of a strong support network in preventing opioid misuse. Whether it’s sports, education, or healthy choices, having a trusted team around you can make all the difference.
19 Aug 2026
Graduate Into Greatness with Don Peppers
Youth mentor Don Peppers and host Alison Youngblood talk about the importance of providing youth with impactful mentorship, strong guiding figures, and a trustworthy support network. This network can make all the difference when it comes to preventing opioid misuse.
5 Aug 2026
The Science of Addiction with Dr. Kristen Gilliland
Vanderbilt University professor Dr. Kristen Gilliland explains the science of addiction to host Alison Youngblood, including why certain drugs are more addictive than others and why younger populations are more susceptible to opioid misuse.
15 Jul 2026
One Fake Pill Can Kill with Kara Busby
Kara Busby shares her story of pill misuse, addiction, and recovery with host Alison Youngblood. Kara's story emphasizes the consequences of taking fake pills and a hopeful path forward for those dealing with substance use disorders.
1 Jul 2026
Lead the Pack with Dr. Chris Clemow
PlaySafe USA founder and orthopedic doctor Chris Clemow and host Alison Youngblood discuss the history of pain management in the medical field, as well as proper prescription usage and the dangers of opioid misuse.
17 Jun 2026
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