Ole Miss Student Deaths Raise Questions About Kratom

Tim Wildmon and the Today's Issues team discuss the deaths of two Ole Miss students in Oxford, Mississippi, and questions about whether kratom may have been involved. Dr. Neal Wayne explains kratom's addictive potential, treatment options, and why he believes the substance should be banned. The program also previews Benjamin Netanyahu's address to the United Nations, including his expected comments on Hamas, Israel's response to the October 7 attack, and criticism of allegations against Israel. Netanyahu has indicated that his speech may include surprises. The hosts examine Neuralink's brain implant technology and its ability to help a man with ALS communicate with his wife, while also considering concerns about privacy, consent, and the interpretation of thoughts. The program closes with discussion of the weekend's major college football games.