28 ENE. 2021 · In this episode I discuss the California smokers' helpline, what to expect when they call you, and how their counsellors can help you wherever you are on your journey to quit or reduce smoking. Call the CA Smokers’ Helpline or text today for FREE counseling and nicotine patches! Phone 0800-987-2908 OR text Quit Smoking to 66819 https://info.nobutts.org

22 SEP. 2020 · A discussion about self care and mindfulness with Registered Nurse and wellness expert Leora Myers. Leora is the Holistic Health Program Manager at LifeLong East Bay Community Recovery Project and in this episode she shares ideas for integrating self care into your recovery from tobacco.

3 JUL. 2020 · This episode discusses what menthol is and how it creates that 'cold' feeling in your mouth, along with the increased harm associated with menthol cigarettes and the ways the tobacco industry has used menthol cigarettes to target Black communities. Call the CA Smokers’ Helpline or text today for FREE counseling and nicotine patches! Phone 0800-987-2908 OR text Quit Smoking to 66819 References https://info.nobutts.org/general-consumer-registration-english?gclid=Cj0KCQjwuJz3BRDTARIsAMg-HxVVwnrXIVHxRTL2UNtt-6oXOuwdCvBdOS3a0ZBEQsDcmvUBj3WKJr4aAsz_EALw_wcB https://www.tobaccofreekids.org/assets/factsheets/0208.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4529779/ https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2011/03/mint-that-kills-the-curious-life-of-menthol-cigarettes/73016/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2563654/

17 JUN. 2020 · This episode explores secondhand and thirdhand smoke, and the effect of cigarettes on the environment. Call the CA Smokers’ Helpline or text today for FREE counseling and nicotine patches! https://info.nobutts.org/general-consumer-registration-english?gclid=Cj0KCQjwuJz3BRDTARIsAMg-HxVVwnrXIVHxRTL2UNtt-6oXOuwdCvBdOS3a0ZBEQsDcmvUBj3WKJr4aAsz_EALw_wcB https://tobaccofreeca.com https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/secondhand_smoke/general_facts/index.htm https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24904023/

8 MAY. 2020 · Today's episode is about nicotine, the addictive chemical in tobacco, and the effect it has on us. Call 1800-NO BUTTS / 1800-662-8887 for free nicotine patches and phone counseling! https://info.nobutts.org/general-consumer-registration-english? _ga=2.237918144.1150947442.1588883812-852409603.1588883812 https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/smoking-facts/whats-in-a-cigarette https://tobaccofreeca.com/e-cigarettes/the-effects-of-nicotine-on-the-adolescent-brain/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2656811/ https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/want-quit-smoking-fda-approved-products-can-help

24 ABR. 2020 · What's in a cigarette? In this episode I discuss how tobacco grows and how it's turned into a cigarette. I discuss the tobacco industry and its history. References for information shared in this podcast below. http://www.panna.org/legacy/panups/panup_20060512.dv.html https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK53014/ https://tobacco.ucsf.edu/cigarette-giants-bought-food-companies-used-cartoon-characters-colors-flavors-boost-sales-sweetened-beverages https://www.latimes.com/science/story/2020-04-17/coronavirus-tobacco-vaping-industries-opportunities?_amp=true https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/jun/28/tobacco-child-labor-us-north-carolina

9 ABR. 2020 · Episode #1 explores why people smoke, common reasons for quitting, and the effect smoking has on the lungs. We end with a breathing and relaxation exercise.