The podcast explores the largely unregulated drug rehabilitation industry in America, focusing on the failures and mistreatment within rehab programs. Shoshana Walter, author of "Rehab: An American Scandal," shares insights from her years-long investigation, detailing how insurance-funded, short-term programs often fuel relapse and how court-ordered programs exploit patients through uncompensated labor. The discussion highlights the stories of four individuals—Chris, April, Larry, and Wendy—to illustrate the varied experiences and outcomes within the system. Walter emphasizes the importance of "recovery capital," including housing, financial stability, and community support, arguing that these resources are often overlooked in addiction treatment. She also addresses the persistent belief of addiction as a moral failing, contributing to punishment-based approaches in rehab.
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