What a Portland Reporter Learned When He Tried Psilocybin Therapy Himself

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Since 2020, when Oregon legalized psilocybin therapy, Willamette Week's Anthony Effinger has been one of the most rigorous reporters covering the industry. But recently he went on a different kind of reporting trip, he found the cheapest legal facilitator within our city limits and decided to experience a legal mushroom therapy himself. Today, Effinger shares his personal experience using psilocybin to address his own mental health challenges, and what it taught him about Oregon's industry. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Energy Trust Window Nation Oregon Health Authority PaintCare Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% off MUBI

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