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EPISODE · May 30, 2025 · 33 MIN

The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’

from The Audio Long Read · host The Guardian

The narrative of ancient tribes around the world regularly using ayahuasca and magic mushrooms in healing practices is a popular one. Is it true? By Manvir Singh. Read by Sebastián Capitán Viveros. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

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