Speaking & Events

Richard regularly speaks on national drug policy, addiction and recovery systems, treatment and prevention strategies, and lessons from the opioid crisis. Upcoming and recent events include:

Upcoming Speaking Events

SAM / Good Drug Policy Summit — Speaker
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center • Maryland • February 5
Conference Site: 2026 SAM Good Drug Policy Summit - Smart Approaches to Marijuana

AEI Drug Policy Discussion — Panelist
Washington, D.C. • March 18 (date TBC)
In-person discussion of Inside America’s Opioid Crisis and related topics with other drug policy experts.
Organization Website: www.aei.org

All Rise / National Drug Court Conference — Panelist
Nashville, Tennessee • July 20–23, 2026
National conference on treatment courts and recovery-focused justice systems.
Event Page: https://allrise.org/trainings/rise/

Media & Broadcast Appearances

iHeart Radio Interviews with Dr. Franco Musio
Multiple interviews — January & February
America Out Loud News / Podcast
Podcast Page: The Counter Momentum of Spin, with Dr. Franco Musio - America Out Loud News

Next Steps Forward with Dr. Chris Meek — Podcast Guest
Virtual • June 9
Podcast Page: Next Steps Forward - Podcast hosted by Chris Meek

Professional Engagements / Conferences

Rx and Illicit Drug Summit — Attendance / Available for Meetings & Interviews
Nashville, Tennessee • April 6–9
Conference Site: https://www.hmpglobalevents.com/rx-summit

If you would like to schedule a meeting, media interview, or other engagement at one of these events, please contact me using the form on this site.