Podcast
To the POINT Maryland is a new podcast series from POINT Center MD that elevates real-world drug user health efforts across Maryland’s diverse regions.
Season One, Pounding the Pavement, is a nod to a commonly heard idiom meaning to “walk extensively on the streets, often in search of something” or “grassroots community work.” Through real community conversations, the series highlights lived expertise, local innovation, and practical strategies that improve health and well-being for Marylanders at risk of overdose.
New episodes are released weekly!
Upcoming Episodes
July 7, 2026
- Episode 3: Sunny Side: Joy and Humor in Outreach
- Episode 4: Southern Voices: Trust, Faith, and Health
July 13, 2026
- Episode 5: Social Networks: Drug User Health in the Digital Space
- Episode 6 Pregnancy, Drug Use, and Parental Rights
Season One: Pounding the Pavement
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Mountains and Margins: Healthcare Access in Western Maryland
Season 1, Episode 1 — This inaugural episode of the “to the POINT Maryland” podcast examines how geography shapes access to care. We are joined by outreach workers from Western Maryland, and together we review some of the issues including transportation barriers, workforce shortages, and informal support networks. What makes outreach here different? How does lived experience come into play to support the community? Tune in to find out!
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Psychedelics Beyond Perception
Season 1, Episode 2 — What do you know about psychedelics and how they are being used in mental health spaces? In this episode, we’ll unpack the nuanced practice of ketamine therapy, the perceptions of psychedelics, and what the community can anticipate for the future. Join us as we think outside the box to explore psychedelics together.