Drugs Uncut

Drugs Uncut - A space for informal yet informed conversation on drug-related issues in Scotland brought to you by Scottish Drugs Forum.

Drugs Uncut is a society podcast hosted by Scottish Drugs Forum, with 29 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Scottish Drugs Forum hosts Drugs Uncut, a society show with 29 episodes published.

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  Episode #29

  Safer Inhalation Equipment: Why does Scotland need this harm reduction approach?

  Aug 14, 20261 hour

  In this episode of Drugs Uncut, Kirsten and Jason are joined by John Campbell, Injecting Equipment Provision Manager at Glasgow Alcohol and Drug Recovery Services and Andy McAuley, Professor of Public Health at Glasgow Caledonian University. They explore the provision of safer inhalation equipment as a harm reduction approach, including what the evidence tells us, the role equipment can play in reducing harms and the current picture of provision in Scotland.

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  Episode #28

  Pride, Representation and Real Stories: Inside the Latest Buzz Magazine

  Jul 14, 202651 min

  The latest issue of Buzz - the only magazine created by and for people who use substances - is out now. In this episode of Drugs Uncut podcast, Kirsten and Jason are joined by Lorraine from the Buzz peer editorial board and Whitney, a drug and alcohol support worker at Murray's Initiative. They dive into Buzz's lead story - substance use within the LGBTQ+ community. Recorded during Pride month, this is a conversation about why real representation matters, what it takes to build spaces where people feel heard, and how sharing personal stories can break down stigma and inspire real change.

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  Episode #27

  Poverty, Public Health and Inequality in Scotland: What needs to change?

  Jun 3, 20261h 7mS0

  <p>In this episode Kirsten and Jason are joined by Peter Kelly, CEO of the Poverty Alliance, to explore poverty and inequality in Scotland, and the relationship between poverty, public health and drug use.</p> <p>They discuss the work of the Poverty Alliance, the role of living and lived experience in shaping policy, and the wider social and economic factors driving exclusion, stigma and poor health outcomes across Scotland. The conversation also looks at what Scotland’s political leaders should prioritise moving forward and the changes needed at both policy and community level.</p>

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  Episode #26

  Alcohol Policy in Scotland: Challenges, change and the road ahead with Alcohol Focus Scotland

  May 7, 202642 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Kirsten and Jason are joined by Carolyn Lochhead, CEO of Alcohol Focus Scotland.</p> <p>They explore the charity’s ambitions under Carolyn’s leadership, the complexities of Scotland’s relationship with alcohol and the ongoing debate around how alcohol is regulated and perceived in public life. </p> <p>The conversation also tackles some of the biggest policy questions facing Scotland today, including the integration of drugs and alcohol strategy, gaps in current support systems and what meaningful change could look like over the next few years. </p>

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  Episode #25

  A Manifesto Exchange: Priorities for Scotland's Next Government

  Apr 2, 202650 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Drugs Uncut, Kirsten and Jason are joined by Director of Scotland at WithYou, Louise Stewart, to explore the priorities each charity has set for the next government ahead of the upcoming election. </p> <p>Through a “manifesto exchange”, they discuss the key issues facing Scotland’s drug and alcohol sector, highlight areas of shared focus and reflect on how organisations are working to influence policy and drive meaningful change.</p> <p>Read WithYou’s priorities and our manifesto.</p>

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