Chemical World

On this episode of Chemical World, Kenna and Mugsy are back to discuss the ups and downs of mental health and the myriad chemicals we as a society use to cope and survive. Your hosts also provide info on upcoming KDNK events and High Rockies Harm Reduction’s return to weekly mobile services from Aspen to Glenwood. Tune into Chemical World on KDNK.org every second Monday at 4pm.

In February's episode, Kenna and Mugsy discuss current events, as well as personal experiences with sobriety, recovery and substance use. Tune into Chemical World on KDNK.org every second Monday at 4pm.

In January's episode, Mugsy and Kenna discuss the recent executive order to move Cannabis from a Schedule I substance to Schedule III and go over the current drug scheduling system and its serious flaws. Hosts also discuss changes in Naloxone branding across Colorado and upcoming services changes for High Rockies Harm Reduction. Tune into Chemical World on KDNK every second Monday at 4pm.

In November’s episode, Kenna and Mugsy discuss past and upcoming events this fall and winter as well as ways to support those in need this holiday season. Chemical World airs every second Monday at 4pm at KDNK.org

In the October episode of Chemical World, Kenna and Mugsy profusely thank the KDNK community for a successful Fall Membership Drive and discuss upcoming events and opportunities to engage with the Carbondale creative community and the importance of community connections in these trying times. Chemical World airs every second Monday at 4pm at kdnk.org

Kenna and Mugsy host September's Chemical World live from the KDNK on-air studio in Carbondale, CO in honor of KDNK's Fall Membership Drive starting September 17th. Chemical World airs every second Monday at 4pm at kdnk.org

In August, Mugsy and Kenna discuss the ongoing highs and lows for harm reductionists in 2025, including new funding for High Rockies Harm Reduction and new attacks from the federal government. This month’s episode also covers upcoming events, including Overdose Awareness Day on August 31st and KDNK’s Fall Membership Drive beginning September 17th.

In July’s episode of Chemical World, Kenna and Mugsy discuss upcoming events in August, the variety of places folks can access Naloxone in rural Colorado, and the importance of being prepared for Summer parties.

In June’s episode of Chemical World, Kenna and Mugsy discuss the importance of love and kindness in a politically chaotic world, including a brief overview of new Colorado legislative updates and Pride events in rural Colorado.

In May's episode, Kenna and Mugsy discuss the anxiety and depression that so easily lead to addiction and personal ways of coping without drugs and alcohol. May's Chemical World also provides info on High Rockies Harm Reduction's upcoming harm reduction service schedule.

In the March episode, Mugsy discusses changing legality around plant medicine for the treatment of PTSD, including the FDA denial of MDMA. This episode also provides information on High Rockies Harm Reduction’s services and schedule and upcoming events for KDNK’s Spring Membership Drive.

Maggie discusses what the new Executive Orders mean for harm reduction in rural Colorado and goes over some upcoming issues for this spring's legislative session.

Mugsy kicks off the New Year with a review of emerging drug trends from 2024, including successes in declining overdose death rates, current drug contamination trends and key considerations for using fentanyl test strips.

In November’s episode, Maggie recaps legislative changes in Colorado throughout 2024 and discusses various ways to access Narcan in rural communities.

Maggie Seldeen and Josie Cruz discuss drug addiction and mental health issues.

Acknowledging September as both Suicide Awareness Month and Recovery Month, Maggie discusses upcoming local harm reduction services, events, and interviews folks from the Meeting Place on this month's episode of Chemical World.

On this months episode of Chemical World, Kenna and Maggie discus new Narcan laws, where to get free supplies, including High Rockies Harm Reduction’s service schedule and new support groups, and the importance of peer support and community in battling depression and anxiety.

In honor of National Fentanyl Awareness Day on May 7th, Kenna and Maggie discuss local risks and resources for fentanyl, as well as new legislation being pushed forward this spring and May events.

In April's episode, Kenna and Maggie discuss new legislation in Colorado supporting harm reduction, including a bill that allows students to carry Narcan at school, a bill that expands protection for participants of syringe service programs to possess drug paraphernalia, and more on drug testing programs and overdose prevention centers.