The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

The Family That Profited From the Opioid Crisis

Mar 15, 2019 · 00:26:49

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The Sackler family profited from OxyContin, fueling the opioid crisis.
Barry Meier explains why the family hasn't faced legal accountability.
The episode explores the potential for legal action against the Sacklers.

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Barry Meier

3 podcast appearances

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