The Psychedelic Network, Pt 3: Mexico, Australia, and Israel
December 22, 2016
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead
Maine Gov vetoes (admittedly flawed) legal cannabis bill, leaving future sales uncertain
November 9, 2017
On Friday, November 3, 2017, Maine Governor Paul LePage (R) vetoed legislation to regulate cannabis sales in the state.
Why New Zealand’s “Smoking Ban” Is Harmful
March 17, 2022
A tobacco ban will likely reduce smoking. But focusing only on drug use masks the violence behind policy choices. A ban on tobacco is not done with a magic wand. Behind every law is state violence.
Aldous Huxley on the decline of mental health following “progress” in capitalist democracies
May 27, 2020
Aldous Huxley's thoughts on “progress” in capitalist democracies, why people take drugs, and the role of psychedelics in people's lives.
Reclaiming Your Identity As A Drug User
July 3, 2018
Today, we have a world where we can say: “I’m proud to be a woman” and “I’m proud to be gay.” But we can’t say: “I’m a drug-user.”
Church of Psilomethoxin, Part 4: The Church That Cried Capitalism
May 15, 2023
The Church of Psilomethoxin claims it’s the victim of “psychedelic capitalism,” but almost everything it claims is wrong.
Lucy In The Sky With Nazis: Psychedelics and the Right Wing
February 3, 2020
Psychedelic advocates have long asserted that broader psychedelic use will lead to a more open, progressive society, but there are too many instances of right-wingers who have taken them for that to be true.
DREAMing about Drug Reform: An Interview with Arturo Lua Castillo
March 27, 2018
A candid talk with Arturo Lua Castillo, named Outstanding Student Organizer of 2018 by Students for Sensible Drug Policy.
A Short History of Psychedelic Psychotherapy, Pt. 1
April 6, 2017
Psychotherapy-assisted psychedelic experiences may revolutionize how we treat mental illness. The philosophy and techniques have evolved over the past 50 years.
I served in the Israeli Defense Forces. Ayahuasca Healed my PTSD. Pt 2: Integration
February 14, 2017
I was able to heal my relationship with death, and that in turn allowed me to heal my relationship with life.