Podcast
North Carolinians for a Tobacco-Free Generation Podcast
Whether you’re curious about the landscape of tobacco prevention in North Carolina or you’re well versed in this topic, you’ve come to the right place. In each episode, we interview an expert or professional in the field of tobacco control and prevention, asking questions about North Carolina policies and their work to prevent the initiation of tobacco use and to educate the public about the harms of commercial tobacco use.
Understanding the Role of Trusted Adults in Substance Use Prevention
In this episode, Toshia Jordan from the Fuquay-Varina Coalition for a Healthy and Safe Community shares her journey in tobacco prevention work in North Carolina. She discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for youth to seek support and highlights the significant role schools and trusted adults play in substance use prevention. With a focus on brain development and mental health, Toshia emphasizes the need for comprehensive tobacco control efforts that address underlying issues and build supportive community relationships.
NCTFG Podcast Episode 1 Transcript – Toshia Jordan
Risks of Youth Vaping and What We Can Do
In this episode, Charlene Zorn, a parent advocate from New Hanover County, NC, shares the story of her son, Solomon, who passed away due to vaping related circumstances. She and Ernest Watts discuss the importance of education and policy enforcement to prevent youth vaping across North Carolina and the entire country. Charlene and Ernest emphasize the need for stronger enforcement of Tobacco 21 legislation and the role of parents and schools in supporting a tobacco-free generation.
NCTFG Podcast Episode 2 Transcript – Charlene Zorn & Ernest Watts
Partnering with Regional Tobacco Control Managers to Build a Tobacco-Free Generation
In this episode, David Willard joins us to discuss the importance of local involvement in tobacco control efforts. Willard highlights the significance of building partnerships with youth organizations to effectively reach and educate young people about the risks of tobacco and vaping products and emphasizes the need for consistent messaging and creative strategies to foster a tobacco-free generation, showcasing successful community engagement as a key to achieving public health goals.
NCTFG Podcast Episode 3 Transcript – David Willard
From Cigarettes to Vapes: Lessons from the Past and Timeless Strategies for a Tobacco-Free Generation
In this episode, Rachael Joyner and Jim Martin highlight the significant progress made in supporting people on their journey to quit tobacco as well as tobacco control policies across North Carolina, including creating tobacco-free schools, banning smoking in restaurants and bars, and increasing the minimum smoking age to 21. Rachael and Jim’s work has emphasized the importance of taking a comprehensive approach to tobacco prevention and control, including evidence-based education and close collaboration with public health professionals.
NCTFG Podcast Episode 4 Transcript – Rachael Joyner & Jim Martin