EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 30 MIN
GFN.TV Interviews #87 | TOBACCO CONTROL FEEDS AUSTRALIA'S BLACK MARKET
from GFN News · host GFN.TV
In a years-long campaign to eradicate smoking, Australia’s tobacco control establishment has lost all control of the nicotine market. Former law enforcement officer Rohan Pike says 70–80% of the tobacco market is now illicit, while roughly 95% of vaping has been pushed into criminal hands. The founder of Australia’s first Tobacco Strike Team explains how excessive taxes, vape prohibition, and policy denial empowered organized crime. Featuring: ROHAN PIKE Illicit Trade Advisor, Sr. Australian Federal Police Officer, Founder, Tobacco Strike Team pikeconsulting.com.au
What this episode covers
In a years-long campaign to eradicate smoking, Australia’s tobacco control establishment has lost all control of the nicotine market. Former law enforcement officer Rohan Pike says 70–80% of the tobacco market is now illicit, while roughly 95% of vaping has been pushed into criminal hands. The founder of Australia’s first Tobacco Strike Team explains how excessive taxes, vape prohibition, and policy denial empowered organized crime. Featuring: ROHAN PIKE Illicit Trade Advisor, Sr. Australian Federal Police Officer, Founder, Tobacco Strike Team pikeconsulting.com.au
NOW PLAYING
GFN.TV Interviews #87 | TOBACCO CONTROL FEEDS AUSTRALIA'S BLACK MARKET
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Apr 21, 2026 ·13m
Apr 19, 2026 ·16m
Apr 17, 2026 ·13m
Apr 13, 2026 ·11m
Apr 11, 2026 ·16m