by World Vapers Alliance
<p>Everything you need to know about vaping and tobacco harm reduction advocacy.</p><p>Presented by the World Vapers Alliance.</p><p>https://worldvapersalliance.com</p>
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April 17, 2025
<p>The United Kingdom has long been considered a global benchmark for progressive harm reduction policies. But today, that reputation is under threat. </p><p>In this episode, host Liza Katsiashvili speaks with Mark Oates, Director of WeVape UK, founder of the Snus Association, and one of the most vocal advocates for safer nicotine alternatives. </p><p>The conversation dives into the UK’s changing approach to vaping, including the proposal of a nationwide flavour ban, its political motivations, and the real consequences it may bring for public health. </p><p>They also explore broader regulatory trends, the role of consumer advocacy, and what this shift means not only for British vapers but for global harm reduction efforts as a whole. </p><p>🎧 If you care about evidence-based policy and the future of safer alternatives to smoking, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. </p><p></p><p>For more updates and content, follow the World Vapers’ Alliance on all platforms: </p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://x.com/vapers_alliance">x.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/vapers_alliance">instagram.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>TikTok: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/vapers_alliance">tiktok.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://fb.com/wvalliance">fb.com/wvalliance</a></p>
April 17, 2025
<p>Martin Cullip on the UK's Crackdown on THR! </p><p>In this episode host Liza Katsiashvili speaks with British commentator and harm reduction advocate Martin Cullip about the UK's evolving stance on THR — and what it signals for global product control. </p><p>They discuss looming tax hikes, potential flavor bans, and how the UK’s shift could undermine its once-progressive approach to harm reduction. Martin also unpacks the broader international context, including the role of the WHO and the FCTC in shaping misguided policies that may harm, rather than help health. </p><p>🎧 Tune in for a critical look at what's happening in the UK — and why it matters. </p><p>📲 Follow the World Vapers’ Alliance for more: </p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://x.com/vapers_alliance">x.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/vapers_alliance">instagram.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>TikTok: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/vapers_alliance">tiktok.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://fb.com/wvalliance">fb.com/wvalliance</a></p>
April 9, 2025
<p>Why Do Well-Meaning Initiatives Sometimes Hurt the Very People They Aim to Help? </p><p>In this episode of the Vaping Unplugged Podcast, we sit down with Shrey Madaan, an associate at the Consumer Choice Center in India and a dedicated advocate for consumer rights, to discuss the complex reality of vaping in India—from restrictive legislation to the pressing challenges faced by the Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) community today. </p><p>Through real-life stories and policy missteps, we unpack how well-intentioned bans can backfire and why empowering personal choice and access to less harmful alternatives is essential to moving public health forward. </p><p>🎧 Hit play to rethink what progress really looks like. </p><p></p><p>Follow the Consumer Choice Center </p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Instagram.com/ConsumerChoiceC">Instagram.com/ConsumerChoiceC</a> </p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://x.com/ConsumerChoiceC">x.com/ConsumerChoiceC</a> </p><p></p><p>Follow World Vapers' Alliance and stay tuned for the next episode: </p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://x.com/vapers_alliance">x.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/vapers_alliance">instagram.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>TikTok: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/vapers_alliance">tiktok.com/vapers_alliance</a> </p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://fb.com/wvalliance">fb.com/wvalliance</a></p>
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