Don’t Hide The Scars. Presented By PAIN: Parents & Addicts In Need

Don't Hide The Scars

Connecting with celebrity guests, leading experts and change makers to discuss the widespread illicit drug culture ripping through families, businesses, sports, entertainment and even the safest communities. With conversations about the fentanyl and opioid crisis, harm reduction modalities, MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Narcan, Rehab, 12- Step Programs and more. Created by Flindt Andersen, Founder and Executive Director of PAIN: Parents & Addicts In Need and Hosted by Jason LaChance.

  1. JUN 23

    Harm Reduction: What You Need To Know

    PAIN: Parents & Addicts in Need’s Founder, Flindt Andersen, and Jason LaChance sat down to discuss the controversial topic of long-term Vs short-term harm reduction. This Don't Hide the Scars podcast episode highlights the difficult truth that individuals struggling with drug addiction, especially those using fentanyl, may not prioritize safety measures like fentanyl test strips. It highlights the critical need for harm reduction strategies amidst the opioid crisis. Flindt and Jason dive into the benefits of medication-assisted treatment, but present the side effects of long-term harm reduction medication use. As well, they question why those who achieved their sobriety through abstinence-based recovery would encourage others to use a long-term method that can include never easing use of medications such as methadone or suboxone. We discuss the following and more. Intro 00:00 Are we advocating for the right things concerning addiction? 3:0 Why are people in the treatment industry supporting long-term harm reduction? 10:00 How is data showing that fentanyl doesn't discriminate? 16:00 There are two types of treatment. What are they? 27:30 Please share your thoughts with us and topics you'd like to see discussed on PAIN's Don't Hide The Scars Podcast by emailing ⁠jason@painnonprofit.org⁠ For more on Parents & Addicts In Need: If you or a loved ones need our services, follow on social media, the Don't Hide The Scars Podcast, to get involved, or to donate ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/painnonprofit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more on Flindt Andersen, to have him speak at your organization, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.flindtandersen.com/ ⁠⁠⁠

    39 min
  2. 10 Facts Everyone Needs to Know About Narcan

    JUN 2

    10 Facts Everyone Needs to Know About Narcan

    In this powerful episode of Don't Hide The Scars, the official podcast from PAIN: Parents And Addicts In Need, we break down 10 critical facts about Narcan (naloxone)—a life-saving medication that everyone should know about. Whether you’re a parent, a loved one, someone in recovery, or just a concerned citizen, this episode will empower you with the facts you need to recognize an opioid overdose and take action. From how Narcan works, to where you can get it, to how it’s changing the landscape of harm reduction—we’re covering it all. 💥 You’ll Learn:✔️ What Narcan is and how it works✔️ Why it only works on opioids✔️ How easy and safe it is to use✔️ Where to get it—no prescription needed✔️ Why carrying Narcan helps fight stigma✔️ And more... Narcan saves lives, and reducing stigma saves futures.Let’s talk about it. Learn more about PAIN at: https://www.painnonprofit.org Need help or support? Contact us today. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Your share could save a life. Key Moments Intro 00:00 Narcan is the brand name for naloxone. 00:45 It reverses the effects of opioids. 01:34 It only works on opioids. 02:09 It’s safe and easy to use. 02:49 You can’t get high from it. 03:21 Fentanyl overdoses are on the rise. 04:06 Narcan is now available over the counter. 04:40 Always call 911 after using it. 05:47 Anyone can carry it. 06:21 It saves lives—and fights stigma. 06:50

    10 min
  3. Can We Stop the Next Opioid Disaster?

    MAY 26

    Can We Stop the Next Opioid Disaster?

    In this powerful episode of the Don’t Hide the Scars Podcast, host Jason LaChance sits down with Flindt Andersen, founder of Parents & Addicts In Need (PAIN), to tackle the urgent and complex crisis of opioid addiction in America. They explore: The evolution of opioid use, from legal prescriptions to illicit street drugs Why current addiction recovery policies may be failing those who need help most How opioid addiction recovery is uniquely different from other substance abuse recovery processes The emotional and societal toll of addiction on families and communities 🎧 Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or seeking to understand the opioid epidemic, this episode provides essential insight and hope for healing. 🔗 Explore more resources, follow PAIN, listen to the podcast, get involved, or donate:https://linktr.ee/painnonprofit 👇 Like, comment, and subscribe to help us spread awareness and empower change. Let’s stop hiding the scars — and start healing, together. 🧠💚💬 Share your thoughts below — your story could be the spark someone else needs. 🎖️ To make a tax-deductible donation to PAIN’s Veterans In Need initiative:https://gofund.me/c4b23093 ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: Intro 00:00 Why Isn't The New Covering Opioid Addiction? 00:42 Overdoses are down, but does that mean addiction is too? 04:01 Is the fentanyl supply becoming more scarce? 06:32 What does an opioid addict experience in early recovery? 10:45 Long-Term Vs. Short-Term Harm Reduction 14:28 Why Don't Educational Institutions NOT Want Us To Share Facts Around Addiction? 22:24 Fit Life Into Your Recovery 33:08

    40 min
  4. How Fentanyl Really Gets Into The US Will Surprise You!

    MAY 19

    How Fentanyl Really Gets Into The US Will Surprise You!

    In this compelling episode, PAIN Founder Flindt Andersen and host Jason LaChance revisit their sit-down with retired DEA veteran William “Bill” Bodner for a powerful conversation about America’s drug crisis. With 31 years of experience, Agent Bodner offers an inside look at the evolving landscape of fentanyl trafficking, the complex challenges at the U.S. border, and China's role in supplying precursor chemicals. He stresses that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the drug epidemic and shares critical thoughts on the impact of legislation and open-air drug markets. Agent Bodner’s extensive career includes serving as Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Los Angeles Field Division, overseeing operations across Southern California, Nevada, Hawaii, Guam, and Saipan. Prior roles included Deputy and Assistant Special Agent in Charge, and a key position at the Special Operations Division in Virginia, where he led multi-jurisdictional investigations targeting high-level drug traffickers. His boots-on-the-ground work in Los Angeles helped build collaborative partnerships across federal, state, and local agencies. Bodner emphasizes that drug trafficking is far from a victimless crime. His mission through the DEA has always been to protect communities by reducing drug-related violence and promoting public health. In his words, the best defense against addiction is to pursue passion with purpose, never letting drugs replace what truly drives you in life. For more on Special Agent Bodner and DEA Resourceshttps://www.instagram.com/dealosangeles https://twitter.com/DEALOSANGELESOne Pill Can Kill https://www.dea.gov/onepill For more on Parents & Addicts In Need, to follow on social media, the Don't Hide The Scars Podcast, to get involved, or to donate https://linktr.ee/painnonprofit

    1h 11m
  5. Why Cognitive Dissonance Keeps You Trapped in Addiction?

    MAY 12

    Why Cognitive Dissonance Keeps You Trapped in Addiction?

    In this powerful episode of Don’t Hide The Scars,  PAIN Founder Flidnt Andersen and Jason LaChance are joined by Arlina Allen and Gary Menkes, for a discussion around Cognitive Dissonance. They explore why the addict mind leads us to continue to use substances that cause us and our loved ones great harm. They also offer a variety of solutions to help the suffering addict on a pathway to recovery. Arlina Allen is a Life and recovery Coach, the founder of Sober Life School, host of the award-winning recovery podcast One Day At A Time, and author of The 12-Step Guide For Skeptics: Clearing Up Common Misconceptions of a Path to Sobriety. Gary Menkes hosts the Begin Again podcast and is the mastermind behind the RCVR lifestyle clothing brand. Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring conversation that offers practical wisdom, deep truths, and a pathway to wholeness. 👇 Subscribe, like, and share to help spread the message. Let’s stop hiding the scars — and start healing together. 🧠💚 👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments—your story could be the spark someone else needs. To make a tax-deductible donation to PAIN's Veterans In Need, visit https://gofund.me/c4b23093 For more on Arlina Allen: https://arlinaallen.com/ For more on Gary Menkes: https://thebeginagainpodcast.com/ ✨ Topics covered in this episode: Intro 00:00 What is Cognitive Dissonance? 00:42 What is "Maturity"? 03:33 Why must we tell the truth about addiction? 13:40 "I wanted to feel what I wanted to feel" 22:57 Can you be at peace with the WHY of addiction? 38:42 The Family unit must be on the same page to help the suffering addict 50:17 Joy is the Matriarch of Emotions 57:50

    1h 8m

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    Connecting with celebrity guests, leading experts and change makers to discuss the widespread illicit drug culture ripping through families, businesses, sports, entertainment and even the safest communities. With conversations about the fentanyl and opioid crisis, harm reduction modalities, MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Narcan, Rehab, 12- Step Programs and more. Created by Flindt Andersen, Founder and Executive Director of PAIN: Parents & Addicts In Need and Hosted by Jason LaChance.

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