GFN•TV: News and Interviews

The media often frames tobacco in a way that feels stuck in the 1990s—ignoring new science and harm reduction tools like e-cigarettes, snus, and nicotine pouches.

In this interview, journalist Jacob Grier explains why coverage of smoking and tobacco policy is often outdated, how this impacts public perception, and why it’s time to rethink the conversation around nicotine.

Join Barnaby Page (Editorial Director, ECigIntelligence & Tobacco Intelligence) as he hosts a thought-provoking discussion with Sam Tam (Canadian Vaping Association) and Jeannie Cameron (expert in international tobacco control policy).

In this GFN 2025 commentary session, the panel explores:
- The impact of the FCTC, 20 years later;
- Different perspectives on tobacco harm reduction (THR);
- The evolving role of vaping and consumer advocacy;
- Key takeaways from the Global Forum on Nicotine so far.

Whether you’re a policymaker, public health professional, or simply curious about the future of nicotine, this conversation offers valuable insights into the global debate on smoking alternatives and regulation.

In this episode of GFN Voices 2025, pharmacology and toxicology expert Ingrid Taricano shares why harm reduction isn’t just an option—it’s at the very heart of toxicology. From medicines to food, and even safer alternatives to smoking, toxicology is about understanding limits and reducing risks.

Hear Ingrid’s perspective on why science, policy, and public health must embrace harm reduction to create safer choices for people everywhere.

Flavours have been a focal point of the debate about safer nicotine products, with calls to ban or restrict flavours often receiving significant media coverage. This workshop highlighted the growing evidence supporting the use of flavours in smoking cessation and explored changing attitudes to these products and the challenges regulators face in creating risk-proportionate legislation.

In this episode of GFN Voices, Gabriel Oke explores one of the most overlooked yet vital aspects of scientific work: communication.

He explains that no matter how important or innovative research may be, its true impact depends on how clearly and effectively it is shared with the world. From researchers and academics to policymakers, advocates, and the public, communication is the bridge that turns data into action and science into progress.

Examining available evidence on the net public health impact of incorporating tobacco harm reduction principles in policymaking, participants discussed the challenges and opportunities to leverage tobacco harm reduction approaches to achieve LMIC public health goals. The aim was to identify the top three priorities as a takeaway for key stakeholders in the audience.

Achieving consensus in debates around tobacco harm reduction is rare. This workshop explored how we can effectively build consensus in academic discussions around safer nicotine products, and correct misconceptions about tobacco harm reduction, using the Delphi Approach, a structured communications process. After short introductory remarks, participants engaged in group discussions using Delphi techniques and concepts, finishing with a Q&A and a look towards its future applications.

Flavors can play a key role in helping smokers switch. Many start with tobacco flavor but move to others over time — distancing themselves from the reminder of smoking. As adults, we enjoy sweets, drinks, and treats — why should quitting be any different?

The #GFN25 conference brought together some of the leading THR advocates from across the world, and in this episode of GFN Voices several of these prominent figures share their key gains and findings from this year's conference!

In this episode of GFN Voices we're joined by Dorrie Heemskerk to bring you some expert insight into efforts to counter misinformation in public policy.