Tall Cop Says Stop

Recorded at the 2025 Emerging Drug Trends Conference in Dallas, the Tall Cop sits down with Michael Blute, Georgia’s State Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Coordinator, to discuss what he’s seeing on the roads and in communities. They break down current drug trends, the rise of poly-drug use, how officers are trained as DREs, and the evolving challenges of identifying drug-impaired driving. A must-listen for law enforcement, prevention professionals, and anyone working to keep communities safe. Save the Date for the 5th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference on 11/12-13/2026!Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn.⁠Subscribe to our ⁠monthly newsletter here⁠!Learn more about the ⁠Tall Cop Speaker's Network!⁠

In this episode, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Kym Laube of HUGS Inc. a nationally recognized prevention leader and the newest member of the Tall Cop Speakers Network! Together, they dig into the why behind youth substance use and how communities can play a powerful role in prevention.Kym breaks down the importance of ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and how they can shape a young person’s health and longevity. More importantly, she highlights how Positive Childhood Experiences and just 1–2 caring adults can serve as anchors that help young people thrive, even in difficult environments.The conversation also explores the critical impact of delaying first substance use. With 90% of addictions beginning during the teen years, Laube emphasizes that the earlier a child starts using, the higher their risk for dependency making early prevention essential.Jermaine and Kym also discuss practical strategies for supporting youth: talking openly about feelings, teaching stress-management skills, and modeling healthy ways to navigate anxiety and pressure.This powerful discussion offers insight, tools, and hope for anyone working with youth from parents and educators to prevention professionals and community leaders.Save the Date for the 5th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference on 11/12-13/2026!Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn.⁠Subscribe to our ⁠monthly newsletter here⁠!Learn more about the ⁠Tall Cop Speaker's Network!⁠

Recorded at the 2025 Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with forensic scientist Rebecca Chiasson, known as The Cajun Chemist, for a revealing look into today’s most dangerous and rapidly evolving drug trends. Rebecca shares her journey and passion for bridging the gap between laboratory science and frontline enforcement. Together, they break down fentanyl, the rise of fentanyl analogs, and the growing threat of Xylazine, a veterinary drug now mixed with fentanyl that cannot be reversed by Narcan. This powerful conversation exposes how drug trends are created on the streets, marketed like brands, and ultimately make their way into our schools and communities.Save the Date for the 5th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference on 11/12-13/2026!Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn.⁠Subscribe to our ⁠monthly newsletter here⁠!Learn more about the ⁠Tall Cop Speaker's Network!⁠

During the Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Heather and Randi from STOMP For Change, a ruralTexas community organization dedicated to prevention, youth leadership, and recovery support. They discuss the challenges of serving a rural area, rising concerns around alcohol and vaping, and the realities facing people in recovery. Fresh from the Emerging Drug Trends Conference, they share the tools and insights they’re bringing back to strengthen outreach and build safer, healthier communities. Please like & subscribeSave the Date for the 5th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference on 11/12-13/2026!Follow us on⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and⁠ ⁠LinkedIn.⁠⁠Subscribe to our⁠ ⁠monthly newsletter here⁠⁠!Learn more about the⁠ ⁠Tall Cop Speaker's Network!⁠⁠STOMP For Change website ⁠HERE

When “talking to someone” online feels safer than talking to a real person, what could go wrong? Steven MacDonald, Executive Director from Safer Schools Together, and Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway explore how kids’ search for connection in digital spaces can expose them to manipulation, misinformation, and risk. Learn how AI chatbots, chatrooms, and social platforms can create false trust, and what adults can do to stay informed, vigilant, and proactive in a tech-driven world.******Save the Date for the 5th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference on 11/12-13/2026!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.Subscribe to our monthly newsletter here! Learn more about the Tall Cop Speaker's Network!

In this episode, we dive into why relying solely on bulletins and reports isn’t enough when it comes to tracking drug trends in our communities. By the time those bulletins hit your desk, you’re already behind. The real intelligence lies in getting out into the community and scanning local stores, gas stations, vape shops, and malls. From asking clerks about the most popular products to understanding what works well with alcohol or what's considered "strong" or "cheap," this episode provides the tools to gather the real-time insights that keep you ahead of the curve. Learn how to identify what's really trending in your area—whether it’s a new substance or an emerging product—and why smoke shops and kiosks are becoming the new frontlines in the battle against substance misuse. Get ready to hit the streets and stay ahead of the trends that matter most.****Don't forget to register for the 4th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference coming up next month!Check us out here: https://safeandsound.swoogo.com/the-tall-cop-emerging-drug-trends-conference/agendaRegister here: https://emergingdrugtrends.regfox.com/2025-national-emerging-drug-trends-conference-

Once clearly defined spaces, liquor stores and vape shops are rapidly evolving into full-blown hybrid smoke shops. In this episode, we dive into the shifting landscape of retail drug culture — where gas stations, vape shops, and even liquor stores are now selling everything from nicotine and Delta-8 to powdered THC and kratom. If you've ever wondered whether that new logo in the corner store meant more than energy drinks — it probably does.The Tall Cop breaks down:What vape shops used to be — and what they've turned intoHow disposables, pods, and stash items have reshaped youth accessThe growing presence of cannabis in places you'd least expect (yes, even next to the vodka)Why the lines between alcohol, nicotine, and cannabis retail are blurring fastWhat this trend means for public health, regulation, and access — especially among youth****Don't forget about our 4th Annual Emerging Drug Trends conference coming up in Dallas in November!! Register now for the early bird rate!

One of today’s most requested topics is the rise of Feel Free—a small blue bottle making a big impact. Marketed as a dietary supplement, it combines kava root and kratom, raising major concerns about addiction, legality, and youth access. In this episode, Tall Cop unpacks the data and explains why this mix is risky, and explores the role of social media in driving its popularity. With no age restrictions, addictive potential, and misleading marketing, this is a trend parents, educators, and communities can’t afford to ignore.****Don't forget to register for the 4th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference coming up in November! Check us out here: https://safeandsound.swoogo.com/the-tall-cop-emerging-drug-trends-conference/agendaRegister here: https://emergingdrugtrends.regfox.com/2025-national-emerging-drug-trends-conference-

In this episode, Tall Cop breaks down the Tall Cop Trifecta of Drugs—ease of access, low price point, and flavored products—and what that means for students today. From $1 edibles to $3 vapes and kratom under $5, the affordability and concealability of these substances are changing the game inside schools.We’ll cover:The most common substances showing up in schools: alcohol, cannabis, vapes, edibles, kratom, 7-hydroxy, and moreWhy fewer devices are being found—and how students are getting better at hiding themThe rise of pouches and why metal detectors miss themNew concerns with mushrooms, flavored pills, and over-the-counter cannabis productsPolicy shifts on the horizon for vaping and substance use in schoolsWhy prevention requires looking at the bigger picture—accessibility, affordability, and unintended consequences, especially with addictionPlus, hear Tall Cop’s take on Narcan in schools, flavored products, and even what a “summer breeze” really means.🎙️ Real talk, practical insights, and a look at what’s coming next.

In this episode, the Tall Cop breaks down the rise of 7-hydroxy (7-OH), a powerful and dangerous derivative of kratom that has quickly become a national drug trend. He shares how he first identified it in communities long before the FDA’s warning, explains why it’s more potent than kratom, and highlights the growing risks as it appears in smoke shops across the country.

Why are we selling flavored drugs? If your doctor offered you mango or strawberry-flavored opioids, you’d be outraged—so why do we allow candy-flavored vapes, mushrooms, and other substances to be marketed to kids? In this episode, Jermaine Galloway, the Tall Cop, takes a hard look at the growing trend of flavored drugs, their impact on youth addiction, and why banning one substance while leaving similar ones on the shelves does little to curb the problem. Are our drug bans actually effective, or just good headlines? Tune in for an unfiltered discussion on how street-level drug culture adapts—and what we can do about it.

The vape industry is pedal to the metal, racing to keep up with tech trends and capture young users’ attention. In this episode, Tall Cop breaks down the latest innovations, from video game vapes with 20,000 puffs to smartwatch-style vapes that take selfies and check the weather. With boost modes, customizable flavors, and a growing presence in rural and metro areas, the industry is accelerating its grip on addiction. Tune in as we uncover how these high-tech devices are pushing boundaries and targeting the next generation.

Not all “natural” substances are as safe as they seem. In this episode, we take a look at the latest “all-natural” trends hitting the market like ashwagandha and kava—legal, unregulated, and easily accessible. From smoke shop shelves to Amazon.com, these herbal potentiators are popping up more and more, but are they really as harmless as they sound? Spoiler alert: Just because it’s herbal doesn’t mean it is safe. Tune in for a deep dive into the gray areas of legal highs.

Vapes aren’t the only thing flying under the radar. Nicotine salts and pouches are quickly becoming the discreet, addictive alternatives your kids might be using without detection. In this episode, we break down what these products are, how they’re marketed to appear less harmful, and why they’re gaining traction with teens and athletes alike. Plus, we’ll uncover how the drug world is adapting this method of consumption. Stay informed with tips on what to look for and how easily these products are accessed.

Dive into the shadowy rise of Phenibut, a legal yet unregulated substance with a seemingly innocent advertisement of a “Dietary Supplement” having "anti-anxiety effects and cognition-enhancing properties". Originating in Russia, this inexpensive depressant has infiltrated communities across the U.S., appearing in every state and thriving within drug culture.  Also known by names like B-phenyl-y-amino butyric acid and beta-phenyl-GABA, Phenibut enhances the effects of alcohol, opioids, and other depressants, making it a dangerous trend that demands our attention.  Join us as we unpack its history, examine its growing prevalence, and hear insights from the Tall Cop on why Phenibut must be on our radar. Whether you’re a concerned parent, first responder, or community leader, this episode is your wake-up call to a hidden crisis.

Listen as Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway interviews Stephanie Short, a recovery coach, peer support specialist, and community impact coordinator with United Way who overcame a 25-year battle with addiction to become a beacon of hope for others. Driven by the belief that “If they’re still breathing, there is still hope,” Stephanie shares her inspiring story of resilience and self-transformation. From the depths of addiction and isolation in prison, she had to become her own support system, learning to thrive with no one to guide her. Stephanie dives deep into her journey, discussing the power of self-reliance, the value of community, and her desire to "become what I needed" to help others with her lived experiences. This podcast is for anyone seeking inspiration, hope, and the unwavering belief that recovery is possible.

The leaves and temperature aren’t the only things changing as we head into autumn. Join Jermaine Galloway the Tall Cop as he discusses the shifting trends throughout the nation regarding the drug world. Galloway will cover popular substances such as THCA, Tianeptine, Deltas, Nicotine Salts, and vape pens that are shifting within the drug world and he will reveal how they are truly “hidden in plain sight” if you know what you are looking at. This episode will leave you with a deeper understanding of how these building trends relate to other drugs and enhance experiences for users within the cannabis world and beyond. Additionally, Galloway discusses how vape pens are advancing within the technology world to resemble the same capabilities of smartphones and video games.

Tall Cop discusses trending drugs like xylazine, carfentanyl, stimulants, and others with Dr. Levi Bolin and Dr. Steven Passik from Millennium Health. How data can be used to predict drug trends and epidemics before they become out of control to inform and educate the public, prevent and intervene. Is there hope and what is coming? Click on the link below to read the annual Millennium Health Signals Report that identifies national, regional, and state drug use trends. Signals Report

Clerks are now opening up packages of vapes for you to sample them. Smoke shops have such a surplus of vapes that they are sold at such low, enticing prices. How can addiction go down when vape production is up? Listen to my Vaping 101 and Vaping 202 episodes to find out more.

The National Government has been discussing decriminalizing weed on the federal level. What does this mean for our big cities, our kids, and law enforcement? How do dispensaries target our children? By legalizing marijuana, are we "freeing up" law enforcement officers' time? Make sure to register for our National Emerging Drug Trends Conference https://www.emergingdrugtrends.com/ Listen as Jermaine discusses the potential changes of marijuana.