Summary
Christina Dent, author of the book, Curious: A Foster Mom’s Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drug Addiction, shares the journey that changed her perspective on drugs and addiction. Ultimately, it led her to start the organization End It For Good. She discusses the importance of understanding the underlying causes of addiction and the need for a more compassionate and evidence-based approach to drug policy.
Takeaways
Changing deeply ingrained beliefs and challenging the status quo can be difficult but necessary.
There are financial incentives that perpetuate the current drug policy system.
Faith can play a role in shaping one's perspective on addiction and compassion.
A more compassionate and evidence-based approach to drug policy is needed.
Legal regulation is crucial to ensure consumer safety and reduce crime related to drug addiction.
Accessible healthcare, livable wages, and social infrastructure are essential in supporting individuals with addiction.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:31 Changing Perspectives on Drugs and Addiction
08:19 Challenging the Status Quo in Drug Policy
13:16 The Role of Faith in Shaping Perspectives
23:46 The Need for a Compassionate and Evidence-Based Approach
28:45 Approaching Loved Ones with Addiction
31:32 The Ineffectiveness of Arresting Drug Dealers
35:29 Addressing Contaminated Drugs through Legal Regulation
39:36 The Need for Accessible Healthcare and Livable Wages
46:36 Switzerland's Innovative Approaches to Drug Addiction
Read Curious by Christina Dent
Check out our website for merch, educational materials, and how to join our community!
If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!
Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals
Subscribe On YouTube
The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center.
We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
249. TNE RECAPS: Sean Feucht v. Taylor Swift
248. TNE RESPONDS: Exiles In Babylon Recap // Tim Whitaker
247. TNE TALKS: Compassion is Not Political // Bri Stensrud
246. TNE RECAPS: Mark Driscoll Needs Therapy
245. TNE RESPONDS: This Might Change the Church Forever Pt. 1 // Tim Whitaker and Dan Koch
244. TNE TALKS: Our Unique Moment In American Democracy // Sharon McMahon
243. TNE RECAPS: Trump Got (Just) ONE Thing Right? // April Ajoy and Tim Whitaker
242. TNE RESPONDS: Why You Should Ignore This Pastor's Wedding Advice // Tim Whitaker
241. TNE TALKS: Flanked by a Brovangelical // Reverend Susan Langner
240. TNE RECAPS: Christian Visibility Day?! // April Ajoy
239. TNE RESPONDS: Loving Genocide? // Dr. Randal Rauser
238. TNE TALKS: Decolonizing Deconstruction // Janice Lagata and Ashlee
237. TNE RECAPS: Trump The Holy Week Bible Salesman // Andrew L. Whitehead
236. TNE RESPONDS: Is That REALLY Why People Deconstruct? // Tim Whitaker
235. TNE TALKS: Life After Doom // Brian McLaren
234. TNE RECAPS: The End of the World is Here (FOR REAL) // April Ajoy
233. TNE RESPONDS: The Worst Sermon Ever? // Kevin Carnahan
232. TNE TALKS: The False White Gospel // Jim Wallis
231. The Case Against John MacArthur // Tim Whitaker
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
The Bible For Normal People
Life After Ministry
Cast The Word
Let Me Be Frank | Bishop Frank Caggiano’s Podcast | Diocese of Bridgeport, CT
The Bible Recap