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In the second part of our science special, Roberto Sussman takes us through the fundamental physics of vape aerosols to help explain the difference between cigarette smoke and e-cigarette vapor!

Sweden's tobacco harm reduction success story has failed to win over Europe's politicians and regulators, with a new nicotine pouch tax rumoured to be in the works. Will the real-world impact of nicotine pouches in reducing smoking rates convince law makers to change their minds? Joining us today is Stefan Mathisson, editor-in-chief of Vejpkollen, who will walk us through the rapid rise of nicotine pouches, and the backlash brewing, in Europe.

The science of e-cigarette aerosols is complex, but is key to understanding the relative safety of safer nicotine products compared with combustible tobacco. To shed some light on the chemistry of vape aerosols, as well as how they compare tobacco smoke, we're joined today by research physicist Roberto Sussman!

Bulgaria has been embroiled in debate about a potential vape ban, including proposals to target disposable vapes. Arkadi Sharkov shines a light on the situation in Bulgaria, including the impact a disposable vape ban could have on a developing illicit market and the knock-on effect such a ban may have on vapers in the country.

The gateway effect is often cited by opponents of safer nicotine products as a cautionary tale about the risks of nicotine use: that young people who use nicotine are more likely to initiate smoking. However a recent study has found key evidence that indicates this is not the case. Joining us today is Will Godfrey, editor-in-chief at Filter magazine, joins us to discuss this study and its implications for nicotine research.

Could Chile's new progressive approach to safer products win over Argentina? Despite its prohibitionist stance over the past decade, Argentinian advocates are hopeful that there is room for change. To explore the divergent policies of these South American neighbours is Federico Fernández, CEO of We Are Innovation.

Chile's latest vaping bill has been met with cautious optimism from consumer advocates - but what does it actually contain? Ignacio Leiva joins us to elaborate on Chile's regulatory makeover, and what this means for vapers in the country!

In the wake of a major vaping regulation overhaul in France, Claude Bamberger joins us to uncover the extent of the new disposable vape ban and where this leaves people who want to quit smoking.

In this very special episode we're joined by Jessica Harding, Programme Director of this year's Global Forum on Nicotine conference! We unpack the A-list lineup of guest speakers, plenaries and much much more that you can expect at #GFN25 which takes place 19 - 21 June 2025.

Mystery surrounds South Africa's upcoming budget announcement, with fiscal policies regarding vapes and tobacco products likely under scrutiny. But with little concrete information available, wihat could change in the coming weeks? Kurt Yeo joins us on GFN News to explore these regulatory changes and South Africa's current problematic approach to safer nicotine products.