Addiction has touched so many lives throughout New Jersey — and some of those bringing stories of the state's opioid crisis know that better than others. In this edition of Heroin Uncut, we connect with reporters who've done groundbreaking work inspired in part by their own addiction journeys and those of the people around them.

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Addiction has touched so many lives throughout New Jersey &mdash; and some of those bringing stories of the state's opioid crisis know that better than others. In this edition of Heroin Uncut, we connect with reporters who've done groundbreaking work inspired in part by their own addiction journeys and those of the people around them.
More episodes, videos and info at <a href="HeroinUncut.com">HeroinUncut.com</a>. Follow HeroinUncut on <a href="http://Twitter.com/heroinuncut">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://Facebook.com/heroinuncut">Facebook</a> @HeroinUncut

Heroin Uncut is a blunt, honest look at the opioid crisis.

Recovering drug addict Jay Lassiter believes truth is a powerful tool — and one we need to fight back against the political interests, social pressures and lack of understanding that make this crisis worse every day. 

Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Monday. Get more information — and resources — at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.

Heroin Uncut

Heroin Uncut is a blunt, honest look at the opioid crisis.

Recovering drug addict Jay Lassiter believes truth is a powerful too — and one we need to fight back against the political interests, social pressures and lack of understanding that make this crisis worse every day. 

Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Monday. Get more information — and resources — at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.

Taking note on addiction — Hard lessons from NJ journalists

I'm Jay Lassiter, a former IV drug user who found the grace to amend my life. For 12 episodes of "Heroin Uncut: The Truth About the Crisis," I've been sharing not only my own stories, but those of people on the frontlines of our statewide battle against addiction.

It was originally my intention to end this series on a hopeful note. But here’s the thing: I'm not hopeful. Not even a little bit.

Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday.

Get more information — and resources — at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.

I'm Jay Lassiter, a former IV drug user who found the grace to amend my life. For 12 episodes of "<a href="http://nj1015.com/heroinuncut/">Heroin Uncut: The Truth About the Crisis</a>," I've been sharing not only my own stories, but those of people on the frontlines of our statewide battle against addiction.
It was originally my intention to end this series on a hopeful note. But here&rsquo;s the thing: I'm not hopeful. Not even a little bit.
Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday.
Get more information &mdash; and resources &mdash; at <a href="http//HeroinUncut.com">HeroinUncut.com</a>. Follow HeroinUncut <a href="http://Twitter.com/heroinuncut">on Twitter</a> and <a href="http://Facebook.com/HeroinUncut">Facebook @HeroinUncut.</a>

Addiction in New Jersey: I'm out of f---ing hope

Is addiction to drugs a disease? How about alcohol dependence? It’s an ongoing debate in the media, around kitchen tables, and online — Especially with with New Jersey's opiate crisis getting more and more out of control.

I know my answer. But I want to be clear: Heroin addicts who won’t admit the role they played in their own misfortune will not succeed in recovery. 

Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday.

Get more information — and resources — at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.

Is addiction to drugs a disease? How about alcohol dependence? It&rsquo;s an ongoing debate in the media, around kitchen tables, and online &mdash; Especially with with&nbsp;New Jersey's&nbsp;opiate crisis getting more and more out of control.
I know my answer. But I want to be clear: Heroin addicts who won&rsquo;t admit the role they played in their own misfortune will not succeed in recovery.&nbsp;
Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday.
Get more information &mdash; and resources &mdash; at <a href="http//HeroinUncut.com">HeroinUncut.com</a>. Follow HeroinUncut <a href="http://Twitter.com/heroinuncut">on Twitter</a> and <a href="http://Facebook.com/HeroinUncut">Facebook @HeroinUncut.</a>

Addiction is a definitely a disease — Why this addict is so sure

Rehab, jail and hard truths: What addicts say we don't understand

Vince, Erik and Brian are on their way to being addiction success stories. They're each working hard to put their lives back together after years of drugs and poor choices — and they're getting a lot of help.

But they also know how the system can fail people like them. 28-day rehab "oil changes?" Useless. Jail? Destructive. Love and support? Hard to find, but when you do, life-changing.

Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday.

Get more information — and resources — at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.

Rehab, jail and hard truths: What addicts say we don't understand
Vince, Erik and Brian are on their way to being addiction success stories. They're each working hard to put their lives back together after years of drugs and poor choices &mdash; and they're getting a lot of help.
But they also know how the system can fail people like them. 28-day rehab "oil changes?" Useless. Jail? Destructive. Love and support? Hard to find, but when you do, life-changing.
Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Saturday.
Get more information &mdash; and resources &mdash; at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.

Taking note on addiction — Hard lessons from NJ journalists

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