This podcast series, hosted by the Drug Education Forum, brings together leading experts to advance evidence-based drug education. Paul, with over a decade of experience engaging thousands of students, and Fiona, an award-winning author and advocate, set the stage for impactful conversations. Learn more about our work and join our events at https://drugeducationforum.org.uk/. 

#2 How are young people buying illicit drugs in 2025? Nick Hickmott & Paul North 
In the second episode of the Drug Education Forum Podcast, host Paul North, a steering committee member and experienced drug education advocate, speaks with Nick Hickmott, Early Intervention Lead at We Are With You in Kent. Nick, a specialist in harm reduction and drug education for young people, discusses the evolution of how young people access drugs—from traditional local dealers to digital platforms like Telegram. They explore the impacts of this shift, including increased accessibility, entrepreneurial opportunities, and the risks for vulnerable youth, while emphasizing the need for nuanced, evidence-based education. [13 August 2025, 1 hour]

#1 - Navigating Drug Education: Insights with Fiona Spargo-Mabbs OBE 
In the inaugural episode of the Drug Education Forum Podcast, host Paul North, a seasoned drug education advocate and steering committee member, sits down with Fiona Spargo-Mabbs OBE, Chair of the Drug Education Forum and Founder of the Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation. Together, they explore the pressing challenges in drug education—sifting through vast, ever-changing information, countering media-driven misconceptions, and crafting evidence-based messages that connect with young people. They also discuss opportunities to empower educators, parents, and professionals through collaborative networks and innovative resources. [3 June 2025, 33 minutes]