Award-winning journalists Iris St. Meran and Christie Casciano bring Syracuse, New York’s biggest stories to light, covering everything from government decisions to crime. This year, however, they encountered a crisis they couldn’t simply cover from the newsroom.
After repeatedly hearing overdose calls on the police scanner, they felt compelled to act. In addition to anchoring a special hour-long segment on the opioid crisis, the duo took their commitment a step further by completing naloxone training. Now equipped with the life-saving skills to administer Narcan, they’re ready to help someone in the grip of an overdose.
In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, hear how these journalists transitioned from reporting the news to potentially responding to the opioid epidemic.
If you’d like to learn how to administer Narcan, gain life-saving knowledge, and discover more about Emily’s Hope’s mission to distribute naloxone to those in need visit https://emilyshope.charity/narcan/.
Watch the full special, More Than a Number: The Opioid Epidemic in Central New York, here: https://www.localsyr.com/more-than-a-number-the-opioid-epidemic-in-central-new-york/
Watch Awareness, Action, and Hope: Navigating the Opioid/Fentanyl crisis, here: https://www.drugfreeisuptome.org/
MEET THE GUESTS
Iris St. Meran & Christie Casciano
Christie Casciano and Iris St. Meran are award-winning journalists at NewsChannel 9, dedicated to serving the Central New York community.
Christie, an Emmy-nominated anchor and Syracuse native, hosts multiple newscasts and created the acclaimed crime franchise OnTheLookout.net, which has helped solve hundreds of cases. A celebrated author, she has written hockey-themed books and contributes to USA Hockey Magazine.
Iris, co-host and producer of Bridge Street, joined NewsChannel 9 in 2021. A Boston native and Emerson College graduate, she is known for her impactful investigative series and community involvement. Iris also co-hosts The Ladies’ Room podcast and serves on local nonprofit boards.
Together, Christie and Iris amplify stories that matter, inspiring and informing their community.
