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  • The dance of closing time must play out before doors are locked for the night. In this final episode, hear about the trouble with closing. Also, find out what’s changed* for the service.


    Featuring

    Clients - Philip, Duane, Aaron

    Host - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Nurses - Kerry, Jen, Paul, Simon 

    Harm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, Dylan

    Head of Security - Amri

    Medical Director- Nico Clarke


    Credits

    Producer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Atmospheric Sound - Michelle Ransom-Hughes and Jon Tjhia

    Mix assist - Dylan Ransom-Hughes

    Theme - Jen Anderson 


    Help & Support - Alcohol and Drug Foundation

    Harm Reduction Australia

    Lifeline (remember you can call 13 11 14, 24 hours in Australia)


    *an earlier version of this episode incorrectly stated MSIR's permanency was granted after the release of the Ken Lay Report, when it was after the Ryan Review.


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Dr Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James, Simon, Lisa, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022; and at closing time, 29 July 2023.


    Artwork by Eloise McCullough.


    Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    "Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)


    Music  

    Rom ram rem a computer’s first dream - Zuben

    Drift - Daniel Birch 

    Computer Dream - 

    The beginning actually - File Under Toner

    Woodpaths (1974) - Daniel Barbiero (with kind permission)

    The Shapes That Shadows Make - Daniel BIrch (with kind permission)

    Nobody Dies Here Theme (Jen Anderson) (original composition)


    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable.


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  • A proud Yorta Yorta Tunnarong woman, Ange is Aunty to many in the MSIR community. After an especially tough time and several rehab attempts, she’s ready to make big changes. 


    *Aboriginal listeners are advised this episode contains the name of a person who is deceased*


    Episode contains: overdose death, coarse language


    Credits

    Host - Kerin

    Featuring - Angela 

    Producer/ Editor/ Interviewer - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Co-Host recording - Shelley Cogger

    Mix Assistance - Dylan Ransom-Hughes


    Theme - Jen Anderson


    Thanks to: Shelley, Nico, Simon, Jen, Dylan, Sophie, Jaye, Jon and all the staff and clients at the MSIR who have supported this independent project.


    Recorded in 2022 on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.


    Help & Support - Alcohol and Drug Foundation

    Harm Reduction Australia

    Lifeline (remember you can call 13 11 14, 24 hours in Australia)


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.

    You can support the production here


    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    Music

    Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson

    GuitarDandC by Kevin Boucher

    Blue Dot Sessions

    Cello by Kelly Latimore (CCbyA) Free Music Archive

    Orange River by <<REW  


    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable.


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  • John’s history with heroin and other drugs includes making the front page of the Herald Sun after overdosing in a laneway. Having been around Melbourne since the deadly late 90s, he's a staunch defender of the MSIR, and opioid replacement, Buvedal.


    Episode contains: strong language, overdose death and adult themes


    Help & Support - Alcohol and Drug Foundation

    Harm Reduction Australia

    Lifeline (remember you can call 13 11 14, 24 hours in Australia)


    Credits

    Host - Pudgey

    Featuring - John 

    Producer/ Interviewer/ Editor - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Mix assistance - Dylan Ransom-Hughes

    Host recording - Shelley Cogger


    Theme - Jen Anderson

    Field recordings - Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.

    You can support the production here


    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, Shelley Cogger, Donna, Lisa, and the staff who helped make these interviews possible. 

    Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Dave Suttee, Pippa Williams, Adele Pickvance.

    Series art by Eloise McCullough.


    Music

    Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen AndersonUnalin - Tim Khan (CC0) freesoundAttempt 7 - Jared C. Balogh (CCbyNC) Slin - Tim Khan (CC0) freesound

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  • Kerin reveals some of her dramatic life story, and how it intersects with her decades-long use of heroin. Now 72, Kerin’s toughness mostly conceals the depth of her losses. 


    CW: Family Violence; overdose death; mild coarse language


    Credits

    Featuring - Kerin 

    Host - Pudgey

    Producer/ Interviewer/ Editor - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Mix Assistance - Dylan Ransom-Hughes

    Host recording - Shelley Cogger

    Theme - Jen Anderson


    Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.

    You can support the production here


    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, Shelley Cogger, Donna, Lisa, and the staff who helped make these interviews possible. 

    Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Dave Suttee, Pippa Williams, Adele Pickvance.

    Series art by Eloise McCullough.


    Music

    Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson (series original)

    Precious Breath - Jen Anderson (series original)

    Waiting Stillness - Brylie Christopher Oxley 

    6666666666666666 - Alpha Hydrae (via FMA)


    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable


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  • In Zone 4 people wanting to alter their heroin use can start pharmacotherapy within 24 hours. Clients take the lead in managing their health, supported by trauma-informed care. The MSIR’s in-house medical services catch people at risk of falling between the cracks of the wider health system.


    Featuring

    Head of Security - Amri

    Medical Director - Dr Nico Clark

    Nurse and *EPOCH team member - Jen

    Harm Reduction Practitioner and EPOCH team member - Dylan 

    MSIR Client - ‘Oscar Wilde’

    Host - Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Credits

    Producer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix: Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Atmospheric Sound Recordings: Michelle Ransom-Hughes and Jon Tjhia

    Fact Checker: Shelley Cogger

    Final Mix: Dylan Ransom-Hughes

    Theme: Jen Anderson 


    Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made with the cooperation of the North Richmond Community Health MSIR.

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR

    Resources and support for people who inject drugs


    *The EPOCH program (in conjunction with St Vincent's Hospital) helped the MSIR meet its licensing objectives by reducing the rate of Blood Borne Viruses.

    More than 360 people have started Hep-C treatments (as of June 2023), via the MSIR.


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Dr Nico Clark, Zoe, Jen Anderson, James, Simon, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022. 

    Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jon Tjhia, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Dave Suttee and Pippa Williams.

    Episode art by Eloise McCullough


    Music  

    Dusty and Freezing - Crowander (licensed)

    Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson (series original composition)

    Hesi’im and Orange River by REW<< (CCbyANC4.0 via Free Music Archive)

    Electronic Minute 328 by gis_sweden

    Nnionn by TIm Khan (CCbyA via freesound)


    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable.


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  • Rachael reflects on the relationships and the ritual that draw her back to the injecting room; how some people flirt with death, and why she’s trying opioid replacement, Suboxone.


    CW: drug use, mild coarse language


    Credits

    Host: Pudgey

    Featuring: Rachael

    Interviewer: Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Producer/ Editor/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Host recording: Shelley Cogger


    Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    "Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)


    Thanks

    Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Jen Anderson, Nico Clark, Donna, Lisa, Simon, Alice and Sean, Sophie, and all the staff at the MSIR who helped make these interviews with clients possible


    Music

    Keratin Rust and a Clear Soul by Alpha Hydrae CC0

    Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson

    Music under license by Chad Crouch


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  • Sammy’s a strong voice within the MSIR’s client advisory group. Her understanding of how criminalisation and stigma impact people who use drugs comes from a lifetime of thriving on the margins.


    Credits

    Host: Pudgey

    Featuring: Sammy

    Interviewer: Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Producer/ Editor/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Host recording: Shelley Cogger


    Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Jagera land.


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR.

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    "Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)


    Thanks

    Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Jen Anderson, Nico Clark, Donna, Lisa, Shelley, Simon, Alice and Sean, Sophie and all the staff at the MSIR who helped make these interviews with clients possible


    Music

    Dry Air - Chad Crouch 

    Nobody Dies Here Theme - Jen Anderson (series original)

    Surfaces by Daniel Birch (under license)


    Series art: Eloise McCullough


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  • From karaoke to crisis care: we hear how the bonds of trust formed between people who come to inject drugs and MSIR workers can play out in Zone 3, Aftercare. Walking alongside clients can sometimes mean watching people turn their life around; and sometimes end in loss.


    Content advice: drug use, mild coarse language


    Featuring

    Nurses - Kerry, Simon, Paul, Jen

    Harm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, Dylan, Lisa

    Head of Security - Amri

    Host: Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Credits

    Producer/ Editor/ Writer/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Atmospheric Sound recordings: Jon Tjhia and Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Final mix: Dylan Ransom-Hughes


    Recorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera land


    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    "Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Nico Clark, Zoe Gleeson, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022. 

    Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Dave Suttee, Virginia H, and Nia P.

    Series art by Eloise McCullough.


    Music

    Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson (original)

    Off Kilter - Derek Stephens (CCO FMA)

    Somewhere There Now - Daniel Barbiero (with kind permission)

    Armitage - Kelly Latimore (CCbyA)

    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable


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  • Two separate interviews conducted at the MSIR in June 2022 


    Christina has dreams of studying one day. She sees the community at the MSIR, fellow clients and the workers, as family.

    Adrian works in construction. He’s cut back on his heroin use, but it's a secret from his family he remains deeply conflicted about.


    Content Advice: explicit language, descriptions of drug use


    Credits

    Featuring: Christina and Adrian (*not his real name)

    Host: Christina

    Producer/ Interviewer/ Editor: Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Host recording: Shelley Cogger


    Recorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera land

    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    Thanks

    Shelley Cogger, Donna Williamson, Lisa, Jen Anderson, Nico Clark, and those workers at the MSIR who helped make these interviews with clients possible.

    Also, to Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Lucy Osborne, Jon Tjhia, Sean and Alice, Dave Suttee, Kim Lester, Miss Nicole and Sheree.


    Music

    Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson

    A Human Being by Andy G. Cohen released under a Creative Commons Attribution International License

    Inette and Grest by Tim Khan (CCbyA freesound)

    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable


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  • In the injecting zone, calm attention is crucial. Workers keep a keen eye on people injecting, while also respecting their privacy. And when someone’s oxygen drops, workers are ready to respond immediately and prevent fatal overdose.


    Content advice: drug use, overdose, mild coarse language


    Featuring

    Nurses - Kerry, Paul, Jen and Simon 

    Harm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, Jesse, Lisa   

    Client - Christina

    MSIR Medical Director - Nico Clark

    Host - Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Credits

    Producer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Atmospheric Sound recording - Jon Tjhia and Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Recorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera land

    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    "Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Shelley Cogger, Dr Nico Clark, Zoe Gleeson, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022. 

    Jon Tjhia, Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Kim Lester, Miss Nicole, Dave Suttee, Virginia H, and Nia P.


    Music

    Arriving Fog and Anticipation by Brylie Christopher Oxley (with kind permission)

    Orma by Tim Khan (CCbyA freesound)

    Grevillea Music by Danny Bale (CCbyANC)

    Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson (original)

    Various by David Szesztay (under license)

    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable


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  • When the MSIR opened Beattie was the fourth person to register and would use the room most days. Now, with the help of his ‘medicine’, a housing program and trusted medical advisors, he’s working towards the life he wants. Vigilance about his health and fear of overdose keep him coming back to the MSIR.


    Content Advice: descriptions of drug use and overdose


    Credits

    Featuring - Beattie

    Host - Christina

    Producer/ Interviewer/ Editor - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Host recording - Shelley Cogger


    Recorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera land

    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR

    You can support the production here


    Thank you 

    Jen Anderson, Shelley Cogger, Donna, Lisa, Dr Nico Clark, Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Jon Tjhia, Jaye Kranz, Sophie Ransom, Lucy Osborne, Alice Garner and Sean Guillory---==


    Links

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR

    Launch Housing


    Music

    Distant Drums by King Kong Ding Dong (CCbyANC/ FMA)

    Precious Breath by Jen Anderson (Original)

    11066 Etoile by Downliners Sekt (CCbyANC/ FMA)

    Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson (original)


    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent productions viable


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  • In the entry zone, staff walk the fine line between extending a warm, non-judgemental welcome to all and adhering to licensing regulations. People from every walk of life present here to access the room.


    Featuring

    Head of Security - Amri

    Nurses - Kerry, Paul and Simon 

    NSP Worker - Carmel

    Harm Reduction Practitioners - Tess, Jesse and Lisa   

    Client - Beattie

    Host - Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Credits

    Producer/ Writer/ Editor/ Sound Design/ Mix - Michelle Ransom-Hughes

    Atmospheric Sound Recording - Jon Tjhia and Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Recorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Jagera land

    An independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR

    You can support the production here

    Read the Ryan Review to get more stats and facts about the trial of the North Richmond MSIR


    "Since its establishment in 2018, the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) trial in North Richmond has succeeded in achieving the trial’s central objective: saving lives. There have been almost 6,000 overdose events in the MSIR during the trial, and none has been fatal. Modelling suggests that during its time in operation the MSIR has prevented up to 63 deaths." (p.5 Ryan Review, February 2023)


    Thanks         

    (MSIR) Dr Nico Clark, Shelley Cogger, Zoe Gleeson, Jen Anderson, James Fitzpatrick, and all the visiting clients and staff on duty, Sunday 26 June 2022

    AND Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Daniel Semo, Sophie Ransom, Jon Tjhia, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne, Miss Nicole, Dave Suttee, Virginia Heal and Nia Pericles

    Artwork by Eloise McCullough


    Music  

    Selva Oscura by Daniel Barbiero (with kind permission)

    Nobody Dies Here Theme (Jen Anderson) (original works)

    Destruction Loop and For The Record by Daniel Birch (with kind permission)

    A Strange Childhood (Paradigm) (CCbyA FMA) 

    Guitar Riff by DeerLord (CCbyA)

    incinc by Tim Khan (CCbyA - Freesound)

    Nobody Dies Here Second Theme Variation 1 and Variation 2 by Jen Anderson (original works)

    1106 Etoile (Downliners Sekt) (CCbyANC)


    Thanks to the generosity of all sound artists and musicians who share their work via Creative Commons licenses and help make independent podcast productions viable


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  • Featuring: Adrian, Angela, Beattie, Christina, Jesse, John, Kerrin, Kerry, Paul


    Producer/ Editor/ Sound Design: Michelle Ransom-Hughes


    Music:

    Nobody Dies Here Theme by Jen Anderson

    A Human Being by Andy G. Cohen released under a Creative Commons Attribution International License


    Extra thanks to Dylan Ransom-Hughes, Jon Tjhia, Daniel Semo, Shelley Cogger, Sophie Ransom, Jaye Kranz, Lucy Osborne


    Recorded on Wurundjeri land, produced on Turrbal/ Yuggera land

    An Independent production of Alongside Radio (Australia), made possible by the cooperation of the North Richmond MSIR


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.