Heroin, health and the spaces in between

The dance of closing time must play out before doors are locked for the night. In this final episode, hear about the trouble with closing. Also, find out what’s changed* for the service.FeaturingClients - Philip, Duane, AaronHost - Michelle Ransom-HughesNurses - Kerry, Jen, Paul, Simon Harm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, DylanHead of Security - AmriMedical Director- Nico ClarkeCreditsProducer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix - Michelle Ransom-HughesAtmospheric Sound - Michelle Ransom-Hughes and Jon TjhiaMix assist - Dylan Ransom-HughesTheme - Jen Anderson Help & Support - Alcohol and Drug FoundationHarm Reduction AustraliaLifeline (remember you can call 13 11 14, 24 hours in Australia)*an earlier version of this episode incorrectly stated MSIR's permanency was granted after the release of the Ken Lay Report, when it was after the Ryan Review.Thanks         (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Dr Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James, Simon, Lisa, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022; and at closing time, 29 July 2023.Artwork by Eloise McCullough.Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.You can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR"Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)Music  Rom ram rem a computer’s first dream - ZubenDrift - Daniel Birch Computer Dream - The beginning actually - File Under TonerWoodpaths (1974) - Daniel Barbiero (with kind permission)The Shapes That Shadows Make - Daniel BIrch (with kind permission)Nobody Dies Here Theme (Jen Anderson) (original composition)Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A proud Yorta Yorta Tunnarong woman, Ange is Aunty to many in the MSIR community. After an especially tough time and several rehab attempts, she’s ready to make big changes. *Aboriginal listeners are advised this episode contains the name of a person who is deceased*Episode contains: overdose death, coarse languageCreditsHost - KerinFeaturing - Angela Producer/ Editor/ Interviewer - Michelle Ransom-HughesCo-Host recording - Shelley CoggerMix Assistance - Dylan Ransom-HughesTheme - Jen AndersonThanks to: Shelley, Nico, Simon, Jen, Dylan, Sophie, Jaye, Jon and all the staff and clients at the MSIR who have supported this independent project.Recorded in 2022 on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.Help & Support - Alcohol and Drug FoundationHarm Reduction AustraliaLifeline (remember you can call 13 11 14, 24 hours in Australia)An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.You can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIRMusicNobody Dies Here Theme - Jen AndersonGuitarDandC by Kevin BoucherBlue Dot SessionsCello by Kelly Latimore (CCbyA) Free Music ArchiveOrange River by <<REW  Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John’s history with heroin and other drugs includes making the front page of the Herald Sun after overdosing in a laneway. Having been around Melbourne since the deadly late 90s, he's a staunch defender of the MSIR, and opioid replacement, Buvedal.Episode contains: strong language, overdose death and adult themesHelp & Support - Alcohol and Drug FoundationHarm Reduction AustraliaLifeline (remember you can call 13 11 14, 24 hours in Australia)CreditsHost - PudgeyFeaturing - John Producer/ Interviewer/ Editor - Michelle Ransom-HughesMix assistance - Dylan Ransom-HughesHost recording - Shelley CoggerTheme - Jen AndersonField recordings - Michelle Ransom-HughesRecorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.You can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIRThanks         (MSIR) Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, Shelley Cogger, Donna, Lisa, and the staff who helped make these interviews possible. Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Dave Suttee, Pippa Williams, Adele Pickvance.Series art by Eloise McCullough.MusicNobody Dies Here Theme - Jen AndersonUnalin - Tim Khan (CC0) freesoundAttempt 7 - Jared C. Balogh (CCbyNC) Slin - Tim Khan (CC0) freesound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerin reveals some of her dramatic life story, and how it intersects with her decades-long use of heroin. Now 72, Kerin’s toughness mostly conceals the depth of her losses. CW: Family Violence; overdose death; mild coarse languageCreditsFeaturing - Kerin Host - PudgeyProducer/ Interviewer/ Editor - Michelle Ransom-HughesMix Assistance - Dylan Ransom-HughesHost recording - Shelley CoggerTheme - Jen AndersonRecorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.You can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIRThanks         (MSIR) Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, Shelley Cogger, Donna, Lisa, and the staff who helped make these interviews possible. Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Dave Suttee, Pippa Williams, Adele Pickvance.Series art by Eloise McCullough.MusicNobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson (series original)Precious Breath - Jen Anderson (series original)Waiting Stillness - Brylie Christopher Oxley 6666666666666666 - Alpha Hydrae (via FMA)Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Zone 4 people wanting to alter their heroin use can start pharmacotherapy within 24 hours. Clients take the lead in managing their health, supported by trauma-informed care. The MSIR’s in-house medical services catch people at risk of falling between the cracks of the wider health system.FeaturingHead of Security - AmriMedical Director - Dr Nico ClarkNurse and *EPOCH team member - JenHarm Reduction Practitioner and EPOCH team member - Dylan MSIR Client - ‘Oscar Wilde’Host - Michelle Ransom-HughesCreditsProducer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix: Michelle Ransom-HughesAtmospheric Sound Recordings: Michelle Ransom-Hughes and Jon TjhiaFact Checker: Shelley CoggerFinal Mix: Dylan Ransom-HughesTheme: Jen Anderson Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera landAn independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made with the cooperation of the North Richmond Community Health MSIR.You can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIRResources and support for people who inject drugs*The EPOCH program (in conjunction with St Vincent's Hospital) helped the MSIR meet its licensing objectives by reducing the rate of Blood Borne Viruses.More than 360 people have started Hep-C treatments (as of June 2023), via the MSIR.Thanks         (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Dr Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James, Simon, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022. Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jon Tjhia, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Dave Suttee and Pippa Williams.Episode art by Eloise McCulloughMusic  Dusty and Freezing - Crowander (licensed)Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson (series original composition)Hesi’im and Orange River by REW<< (CCbyANC4.0 via Free Music Archive)Electronic Minute 328 by gis_sweden Nnionn by TIm Khan (CCbyA via freesound)Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachael reflects on the relationships and the ritual that draw her back to the injecting room; how some people flirt with death, and why she’s trying opioid replacement, Suboxone.CW: drug use, mild coarse languageCreditsHost: PudgeyFeaturing: RachaelInterviewer: Michelle Ransom-HughesProducer/ Editor/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-HughesHost recording: Shelley CoggerRecorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera landAn independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.You can support the production here Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR"Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)ThanksDylan Ransom-Hughes, Jen Anderson, Nico Clark, Donna, Lisa, Simon, Alice and Sean, Sophie, and all the staff at the MSIR who helped make these interviews with clients possibleMusicKeratin Rust and a Clear Soul by Alpha Hydrae CC0Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen AndersonMusic under license by Chad CrouchPJS3EuZFPNWxOyKBXz9g Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sammy’s a strong voice within the MSIR’s client advisory group. Her understanding of how criminalisation and stigma impact people who use drugs comes from a lifetime of thriving on the margins.CreditsHost: PudgeyFeaturing: SammyInterviewer: Michelle Ransom-HughesProducer/ Editor/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-HughesHost recording: Shelley CoggerRecorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.You can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR"Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)ThanksDylan Ransom-Hughes, Jen Anderson, Nico Clark, Donna, Lisa, Shelley, Simon, Alice and Sean, Sophie and all the staff at the MSIR who helped make these interviews with clients possibleMusicDry Air - Chad Crouch Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson (series original)Surfaces by Daniel Birch (under license)Series art: Eloise McCullough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From karaoke to crisis care: we hear how the bonds of trust formed between people who come to inject drugs and MSIR workers can play out in Zone 3, Aftercare. Walking alongside clients can sometimes mean watching people turn their life around; and sometimes end in loss.Content advice: drug use, mild coarse languageFeaturingNurses - Kerry, Simon, Paul, JenHarm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, Dylan, LisaHead of Security - AmriHost: Michelle Ransom-HughesCreditsProducer/ Editor/ Writer/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-HughesAtmospheric Sound recordings: Jon Tjhia and Michelle Ransom-HughesFinal mix: Dylan Ransom-HughesRecorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera landAn independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIRYou can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR"Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)Thanks         (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Nico Clark, Zoe Gleeson, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022. Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Dave Suttee, Virginia H, and Nia P.Series art by Eloise McCullough.MusicNobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson (original)Off Kilter - Derek Stephens (CCO FMA)Somewhere There Now - Daniel Barbiero (with kind permission)Armitage - Kelly Latimore (CCbyA)Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two separate interviews conducted at the MSIR in June 2022 Christina has dreams of studying one day. She sees the community at the MSIR, fellow clients and the workers, as family.Adrian works in construction. He’s cut back on his heroin use, but it's a secret from his family he remains deeply conflicted about.Content Advice: explicit language, descriptions of drug useCreditsFeaturing: Christina and Adrian (*not his real name)Host: ChristinaProducer/ Interviewer/ Editor: Michelle Ransom-HughesHost recording: Shelley CoggerRecorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera landAn independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIRYou can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIRThanksShelley Cogger, Donna Williamson, Lisa, Jen Anderson, Nico Clark, and those workers at the MSIR who helped make these interviews with clients possible.Also, to Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Lucy Osborne, Jon Tjhia, Sean and Alice, Dave Suttee, Kim Lester, Miss Nicole and Sheree.MusicNobody Dies Here Theme by Jen AndersonA Human Being by Andy G. Cohen released under a Creative Commons Attribution International LicenseInette and Grest by Tim Khan (CCbyA freesound)Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the injecting zone, calm attention is crucial. Workers keep a keen eye on people injecting, while also respecting their privacy. And when someone’s oxygen drops, workers are ready to respond immediately and prevent fatal overdose.Content advice: drug use, overdose, mild coarse languageFeaturingNurses - Kerry, Paul, Jen and Simon Harm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, Jesse, Lisa   Client - ChristinaMSIR Medical Director - Nico ClarkHost - Michelle Ransom-HughesCreditsProducer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix - Michelle Ransom-HughesAtmospheric Sound recording - Jon Tjhia and Michelle Ransom-HughesRecorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera landAn independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIRYou can support the production hereRead the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR"Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)Thanks         (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Dr Nico Clark, Zoe Gleeson, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022. Jon Tjhia, Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Miss Nicole, Dave Suttee, Virginia H, and Nia P.MusicArriving Fog and Anticipation by Brylie Christopher Oxley (with kind permission)Orma by Tim Khan (CCbyA freesound)Grevillea Music by Danny Bale (CCbyANC)Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson (original)Various by David Szesztay (under license)Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.