Chemical World

Kenna Crampton, Mugsy Fay · kdnk.org

KDNK DJ Kenna Crampton and High Rockies Harm Reduction Director Mugsy Fay host their Public Affairs show Chemical World. This program aims to de-stigmatize drug addiction and mental health, discuss different recovery models and harm reduction programs and explore evidence based practices in treating addiction. Topics will include the history of drug laws, connections between poverty and drug addiction as well as personal recovery stories.

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Episodes 20

Chemical World | The Long Conversation
19d ago · 28:00
In this month’s episode, enjoy an excerpt from the Long Conversation held at The Crystal Theatre last May featuring Mugsy Fay and Emmet Hood Garcelon. Emmet and Mugsy talk about music, AI, art, and growing up in Carbondale.
Chemical World | July 2026
1mo ago · 27:26
In July’s Chemical World, Mugsy talks with Kat Hardy of Current Ritual on developments in plant medicine laws in Colorado and the importance of integrated, supervised care on the path to healing the mind, body, spirit and community. Tune into Chemical World on KDNK.org every second Monday at 4pm.
Chemical World | April 2026
4mo ago · 28:01
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.
Chemical World | February 2026
6mo ago · 27:58
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.
Chemical World | January 2026
7mo ago · 28:00
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.
Chemical World | November 2025
9mo ago · 28:00
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
Chemical World | October 2025
10mo ago · 28:00
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
Chemical World | September 2025 Live!
11mo ago · 26:37
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
Chemical World | August 2025
1y ago · 28:00
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.
Chemical World | July 2025
1y ago · 27:30
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.
Chemical World | June 2025
1y ago · 27:30
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.
Chemical World | May 2025
1y ago · 27:59
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.
Chemical World | April 2025
1y ago · 3:02:46
Chemical World | March 2025
1y ago · 34:20
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.
Chemical World | February 2025
1y ago · 27:59
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.
Chemical World | January 2025
1y ago · 27:59
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.
Chemical World | November 2024
1y ago · 27:35
In November’s episode, Maggie recaps legislative changes in Colorado throughout 2024 and discusses various ways to access Narcan in rural communities.
Chemical World | October 2024
1y ago · 28:04
Maggie Seldeen and Josie Cruz discuss drug addiction and mental health issues.
Chemical World | Suicide Awareness Month and Recovery Month
1y ago · 28:00
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.
Chemical World | July 2024
2y ago · 27:30
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.