26 Best Opioid Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

After losing her 21-year-old daughter, Emily, to fentanyl poisoning, veteran journalist Angela Kennecke made it her life's mission to break the silence surrounding substance use disorder and the overdose crisis. Grieving Out Loud is a heartfelt and unflinching podcast where Angela shares stories of devastating loss, hard-earned hope, and the journey toward healing. Through powerful interviews with other grieving families, experts, advocates, and people in recovery, this podcast sheds light on the human side of the epidemic — and how we can all be part of the solution. Whether you're coping with grief, supporting a loved one, or working to end the stigma, you'll find connection, comfort, and inspiration here. more

The Doctor Patient Forum is a national advocacy organization defending pain patients and the prescribers who treat them. We expose the truth about opioid policy, forced tapers, and patient abandonment. We expose the opioid elimination movement, and those at the center of it. Join Bev Schechtman and Claudia Merandi as we break down FDA moves, prescription surveillance systems like NarxCare, and the politics of addiction medicine. Because pain relief shouldn't be a crime. more

Opioid addiction is a national public health crisis that affects individuals and families regardless of their age, race, or income. The statistics are overwhelming more than 130 people die from opioid addiction every day (1). Sadly, stigma and fear of judgment often discourage people from seeking help or even talking about their experiences with opioid misuse. But, there is hope. Recovery is possible. 'Someone You Know' is a grassroots public awareness effort of the Independence Blue Cross Foundation to reduce the stigma of opioid addiction and inspire hope in our communities. Tune in to this podcast to hear inspiring stories that challenge stigma and humanize the disease of addiction. Heather Major, Executive Director, Independence Blue Cross Foundation, will guide you through conversations that explore the pain of addiction and the joys of a life in recovery. Make sure to subscribe, and check back in May for more stories from someone you know. Wherever you are on your journey—whether you're struggling with addiction, grieving the loss of someone, or supporting someone in recovery—help is available. Please visit our website for information, resources and inspiration: www.ibxfoundation.org/SYK TM 2020 Someone You Know. All Rights Reserved. (1) https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/opioids/opioid-overdose-crisis Disclaimers This podcast contains opinionated content and may not reflect the opinions of any organizations this podcast is affiliated with. This podcast discusses opioid use and opioid treatment and may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Listeners are advised to do their own diligence when it comes to making decisions that may affect their health. Patients in need of medical advice should consult their personal health care provider. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. more

Dopey Podcast is the world's greatest podcast on drugs, addiction and dumb shit. Chris and I were two IV heroin addicts who loved to talk about all the coke we smoked, snorted and shot, all the pills we ate, smoked, all the weed we smoked and ate, all the booze we consumed and all the consequences we suffered. After making the show for 2 and a half years, Chris tragically relapsed and died from a fentanyl overdose. Dopey continued on, at first to mourn the horrible loss of Chris, but then to continue our mission - which was at its core, to keep addicts and alcoholics company. Whether to laugh at our time in rehab, or cry at the worst missteps we made, Dopey tells the truth about drugs, addiction and recovery. We continually mine the universe for stories rife with debauchery and highlight serious drug taking and alcoholism. We also examine different paths toward addiction recovery. We shine a light on harm reduction and medication assisted treatment. We talk with celebrities and nobodies and stockpile stories to be the greatest one stop shop podcast on all things drugs, addiction, recovery and comedy pathfinding the route to the heart of the opioid epidemic. more

Step up your knowledge on caring for patients with substance use disorders (SUD)! This show features addiction medicine experts who are dedicated to bringing you practice changing knowledge about substance use, and substance use disorders. We use expert interviews to demystify common addiction medicine topics, reduce stigma, and inspire listeners to be fierce advocates for all individuals who use substances. This mini-series is hosted by Doctors Carolyn Chan, Shawn Cohen, Kenny Morford, Natalie Stahl, and friends, where they discuss how to diagnose, assess, and treat a wide-range of substance use disorders. By listening to these episodes & completing CME through VCU, this can be used to count towards the new DEA 8-hr requirement on substance use disorders education. We are thrilled to produce season 2 and 3 with support and partnership from The American College of Academic Addiction Medicine (ACAAM) Contact the team at ****@gmail.com . Follow us on twitter @CurbsidersSUDs , show notes available at thecurbsiders.com/addiction . more

A podcast about the war on drugs and the people caught in the middle, brought to you by dedicated science and drug policy journalists Christopher Moraff, Zachary Siegel, and Troy Farah. more

This podcast addresses hope and recovery options for individuals, friends, family, parents and associates who have been or may be addicted to opioids, heroin, cocaine, prescription drugs, fentanyl, alcohol, or marijuana and want to overcome the addiction. There are interviews with former addicts, stories of having gone through numerous failed rehabes, parents and loved ones that describe the horrors and ultimate methods they have sought to save lives and help. Issues include the changing world of rehab, from 12 step programs to successful and effective alternative approaches to detox, withdrawal, and education for stable life style changes for former addicts. The benefits and dangers of different types of rehab from those that have experienced it. The 'point of no return' is when the individual has come to a realization that they need and want help. This is also for friends and family of addicts who are at their wits end and don't know what to do to help the addict. This podcast gives hope and inspiration for recovery. Some topics include: - Where can I get help? - How do I know if my child or relative or friend is addicted? - How do I get someone up to realizing they need help? more

This podcast was created to give a voice to those who have lost someone close to them from an accidental overdose. Parents, spouses, sisters, brothers and others will be interviewed to celebrate the life of their loved one who died from an overdose and to remember this person as more than their addiction. We will explore how others cope and pass on this information to those who are grieving and feel they have nowhere to turn. Unfortunately, there are many out there and the numbers are growing every day. If you would like to tell your story about the life of your loved one who died from an accidental overdose, the struggles you both faced, and how you are coping, please email your request to Susan Claire at ****@gmail.com.The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grieving-overdose-death/id1462181055 more

The SCOPE of Pain Podcast series offers continuing medical education/continuing nursing education designed to help you safely and effectively manage patients with acute and/or chronic pain, when appropriate, with opioid analgesics. more

The Opioid Matrix is a podcast for anyone looking for the latest information in the illegal drug supply chain — Beginning to end. Each episode will feature a discussion with industry experts about the current opioid crisis, including drug trafficking, drug manufacturing, drug identification, drug addiction, as well as the role of government, law enforcement, new health and social programs, and more.Welcome to The Opioid Matrix-A Journey into the Rabbit Hole. more

The podcast from the creator of the brand Fuck Fentanyl San Diego This podcast is giving a voice to people who have been affected by the fentanyl epidemic and addiction. This podcast will share the stories of those overcoming addiction on the road to recovery as well individuals who have lost loved one to the poison fentanyl and want to raise awareness this podcast will have people from all walks life with a singular message Fuck Fentanyl more

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. more

The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) is a multi-year initiative by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) that supports grantees working to address behavioral healthcare issues in their communities. RCORP funding allows grantees to sustain programs and activities that improve access to quality behavioral healthcare services, including substance use disorder (SUD) and opioid use disorder (OUD) services, in rural areas. This podcast focuses on the topics and issues most relevant for RCORP grantees nationwide. This podcast is supported by JBS International, Inc, through a grant award from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with 0% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov. Hosts: Tim Rabolt; Producer: Samantha Garonzik; Editor: Alex Serban more

Introducing Deep South Today's new narrative podcast featuring special investigations from newsrooms serving our communities.In its first series Black Box Mississippi Today mental health reporter Allen Siegler follows the path of Mississippi's opioid settlement money.After decades of opioid overdoses that ravaged the country, the state of Mississippi is being awarded hundreds of millions of dollars by the very companies that contributed to one of the country's worst modern public health epidemics. Now, critical questions loom over the cash: Will this money be used in ways that honors the epidemic's victims? And can the public trust powerful decision-makers across Mississippi to effectively confront the crisis? more

The Compass Opioid Stewardship Coaches Top 5 Podcast aims to provide clinicians with both recent and landmark medical literature to keep them up to date on in their practice. Episodes highlight topics such as pain management, alternatives to opioids, buprenorphine and methadone treatment, substance use disorders, health equity, harm reduction and more! Dr. Don Stader, a Board Certified Addiction Medicine Physician, and Clinical Pharmacist, Dr. Susan Bradley, lead the discussions, emphasizing the essential evidence you should be aware of. Each episode, released weekly and lasting 15 minutes or less, presents 5 valuable articles curated by the IHC Compass Clinical Coaches. more

The NOCE Dose: The Opioid Crisis Unplugged is a concise and insightful podcast offering a deeper dive into the realities faced by professionals and champions combating the opioid epidemic within Nevada. Join us as we reconnect with expert panelists from our Listening Sessions, providing a behind-the-scenes look at their work and insights into the pressing issues of prevention and diversion, harm reduction, opioid use treatment, recovery, and reoccurrence prevention. more

Welcome to New Hope Alliance Nation. Join us for powerful conversations on opioid awareness, fentanyl education, and stories of community resilience and recovery. more

Sipping Tea is a podcast series that elevates our understanding about the supports for Black women's behavioral health needs and the obstacles to accessing those supports. We explore ways to improve Black women's access to opioid use prevention and treatment resources for themselves, their families and communities. By elevating the voices and perspectives of Black mothers, educators, advocates, behavioral health providers, and faith leaders, Sipping Tea hopes to uncover strategies to better serve the Black community. New episodes coming April 14, 2026. Visit our See Her Bloom website for resources on opioid use prevention and treatment and Narcan . Funding for Sipping Tea comes from Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Services, Substance Use Prevention and Treatment . more

The opioid crisis demands a stronger response from emergency care and EMS is uniquely positioned to lead. The MN Bridge podcast explores how EMS systems across Minnesota and the country are stepping into this role. This series highlights innovative strategies, local successes, and the evolving responsibilities of emergency providers. It's a place for honest conversations, practical insights, and stories from the front lines of overdose response. more

How should you screen for opioid use disorder? What medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) should you consider for your patients? What overdose prevention strategies should you be aware of? Join host Bobby Mukkamala, MD, for expert discussions and insights to help physicians and other health professionals address the epidemic of opioid overdoses. Learn about treatment options for pain management, best practices in opioid prescribing, standards of care and medications for opioid use disorder, harm reduction and overdose prevention strategies.Free CME is available on the AMA Ed Hub: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/science-medicine-public-health/pages/opioid-overdose-epidemic-podcast more

Looking to kick opiates? The opioid epidemic takes center stage in Episode 1 of the Dare Me! podcast. Host Glenn Victor discusses his personal experience with opiate withdrawals after becoming physically dependent and addicted to opiates and provides practical ideas and potential solutions for you to become opiate-free too. This motivational and informational podcast is geared toward anyone struggling with drug addiction looking for a way out and could potentially save your life! We hope you tune in and we hope you enjoy the podcast. more

Prevent opioid misuse in your community with PlaySmart. The Opioid Conversation shares real stories, expert insights, & solutions to help save lives. more

Welcome to Tackling the Opioid Epidemic with The Prescription Playbook - a conversation about empowering and educating communities to prevent overdoses and end the opioid crisis. more

The opioid epidemic continues to devastate communities and families throughout the nation and is a tremendous strain on the U.S. healthcare system. The CHIME Opioid Task Force works to leverage members' unique insights and provide education and resources to address the ongoing crisis in the larger healthcare ecosystem. This podcast shares the stories of those heroes in healthcare who are working to build awareness and fight the battle against the opioid epidemic. Learn more about the work of the task force by visiting https://opioidactioncenter.com/. more

The Co-Occurring Collaborative Serving Maine in partnership with and funding from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services supports Prescribing Clinicians and their Teams to provide more evidence-based treatment to individuals and their families affected by Substance Use Disorders and Opioid Use Disorder (SUD/OUD) to promote recovery and reduce drug overdose deaths. The aim is to increase the number of prescribing clinicians offering evidence-based treatments and the number of patients that they serve. more

Welcome to The Game Plan, where we're diving into real conversations about prevention, purpose, and the power to change lives. GameChanger is a West Virginia-based nonprofit dedicated to helping youth understand the dangers of opioids, fentanyl, and substance misuse — and to making prevention a movement.Each month, we'll bring you inspiring stories from leaders, students, and experts who are working to build healthier communities. more