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Science From the mandala to fractals, people across cultures have given spiritual significance to repetitive patterns for millennia. But is there an explanation? Science A recent study suggests that closing our eyes intensifies the effects of psychedelics, potentially enhancing their therapeutic benefits. Politics SB1012 would legalize psychedelic therapy in California, but it would not decriminalize possession or use outside of a clinical context. Politics The Church of Eagle and Condor becomes the third organization in the United States to obtain religious exemption from the Controlled Substances Act to legally use ayahuasca. Mental Health Inside the growing movement of men building community to help each other heal from personal and societal trauma. Politics Scholars and concerned citizens file a public petition to the FDA to consider the unintended consequences of approving MDMA for PTSD therapy. Health & Wellness A Miami real estate agent turned messianic Bufo facilitator and cult leader provides a window into the shadow side of the psychedelic retreat industry. Politics After 50 years of prohibition, the Drug Enforcement Administration has made a historic decision to reschedule cannabis from a Schedule I to Schedule III drug. People + Opinions There’s a “mushroom dispensary” on Ocean Front Walk in Venice Beach. But do any of the products actually contain psilocybin? Mental Health The findings of this research suggest that less-studied compounds in natural mushrooms work in unison with psilocybin to create therapeutic effects. Politics The decision to recriminalize the possession of all drugs in Oregon will also revoke people’s right to carry psychedelics. Other Psychedelics Researchers pushed back when the DEA banned two psychedelic substances in 2022, and now the agency has scheduled an administrative hearing to get additional feedback. Other Psychedelics After publishing the initial report, the medical examiner updated it to show that medical professionals administered ketamine in an attempt to save the pilot’s life. Shrooms We caught up with the North Carolina-based indie-rock star about the power of psilocybin to channel creativity, work through trauma, and overcome the fear of death. People + Opinions The Texas Eclipse Festival was an exploration of psychedelics, awe, and what it means to integrate our shadow selves in totality. People + Opinions From a birthday cake laced with 800 hits of LSD to writing "Touch of Grey" after a night of railing lines, here are some of the Grateful Dead's most iconic drug moments. Health & Wellness Inside the politics of Costa Rica's ayahuasca retreat industry and why the country's Minister of Health threatened to close some of the leading ayahuasca centers. Science LSD drastically impacts neural complexity and boosts theta and delta waves in ways that the majority of other drugs don’t. Mental Health Researchers believe that spiritual health practitioners “bring unique and specific expertise" to psychedelic-assisted therapy. Science A recent discovery of seeds hidden in a container made out of bone gives archeologists a clue about how Ancient Romans used psychedelics. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Matsés land covers 3,800 square miles of the Amazon. That's over a trillion sq ft of jungle and more than 1,000 medicinal plants they live in relationship with. And now, the knowledge of the land is documented in an encyclopedia. Other Psychedelics Tune in and fall into the void Magic Mushrooms Explained Acid gel tabs were popular characters in LSD stories of ‘ol. We asked hippies to share their memories. (And some harm reduction experts, too.) Politics Ever wondered why paper tabs are the most common delivery method for LSD? We broke down a 1991 US Supreme Court ruling that made it this way. People + Opinions This solar eclipse in Aries comes on the heels of a lunar eclipse in Libra. But what does it all mean? Astrologer Sarah Potter breaks it down. Art + Culture Coachella is turning 25 this year. We took a trip through the archives and spoke with a festival diehard to see how it became one of the largest festivals in the world. Shrooms It may be yellow. It may be blue—no matter. This mushroom will have a magical effect on you. Science You can find "mushroom" products everywhere these days, but do they actually contain psilocybin? Here are the preliminary results of our recent investigation. A full feature will be available in Issue No. 11 of DoubleBlind Magazine hitting stands in May. Mental Health A journalist explores the history and healing of soul retrieval, an age-old practice with tangled interpretations Art + Culture A music journalist covers how to thrive this season Science The Church of Sacred Synthesis, formerly known as the "Church of Psilomethoxin," says lab tests confirm their sacrament contains a rare psychedelic called psilomethoxin. Now, they're suing everyone who discredited them on the internet. Shrooms This mushroom is named after the town María Sabina lived in—but we shouldn't forget it's history. Science New data from US law enforcement agencies shows that access and use of psilocybin products have increased over the past five years—and so have mushroom seizures. Art + Culture Get ready for some practical magic. Mental Health A US psychedelic therapy group is teaming up with Ukrainian health experts to train them in using plant medicine to treat war trauma. Art + Culture Expand your mind in a different way. Trip Sitting Laughter. Tomfoolery. Benevolent havoc. Get ready for a wholesome good time. Types of Shrooms Reports say this mushroom is psychedelic—but the hunt for psilocybin remains illusive. Author Dr. K Mandrake searches for the truth about Big Laughing Gym. People + Opinions When John Coltrane died in 1967, his wife Alice plunged into a crisis of the soul. Instead of crumbling, she looked inward and emerged with an album of timeless resonance and mystery. Art + Culture Find sweat-soaked dance floors in all corners of the world Mental Health A new study published by the American Medical Association found that psychedelics may be associated with lower rates of psychotic symptoms among adolescents. Other Psychedelics Divine union and the bridge to wholeness. Other Psychedelics Move over cannabis. We cover the trendiest botanicals to inhale—but safety first, of course. Politics As election season ramps up in the US, a fierce debate rages between advocates over the “right way” to reform psychedelic policy. Types of Shrooms An exploration of the world’s most misunderstood mushroom. Art + Culture From tripping characters to Norse psychedelic mythology, these game developers definitely dosed on something Science Public attitudes toward using mushrooms as a treatment for mental health and well-being have drastically shifted in the US, new data shows. Art + Culture Get ready for a new season of kick drums and sweat-induced enlightenment Health & Wellness "The spirit of the kambô is strong because it heals many diseases, and that’s why we are preserving this knowledge.” —Panã Kamãnawa Types of Shrooms Are Acadian Coast mushrooms just cubes—or do they represent a unique genetic strain? We talked to the mycologists doing the research. Health & Wellness Some experts believe Matthew Perry would still be alive if he didn't get into a pool on a high dose of ketamine. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity How a humble green leaf changed once it became a powder and turned into a global party phenomenon. Other Psychedelics From ancient virility herb to modern painkiller, meet the versatile medicinal plant growing right outside Mental Health FDA grants new LSD drug MM120 “breakthrough therapy” status as a treatment for generalized anxiety disorder. Art + Culture Because nothing kills your trip quite like the wrong soundtrack. Mental Health The prominent psychedelic researcher will be prohibited from practicing psychiatry in the UK for a year after having an intimate relationship with a former patient. Politics The general public has historically associated psychedelics with liberal ideologies, but they can also make people more inclined to believe in conspiracy theories and right-wing extremism. Other Psychedelics Nature makes powerful medicines. Here's how to find your own pain-killing herbs. Art + Culture From the mountains of Colorado to the valleys of Bhutan, DoubleBlind gives you the best mushroom festivals around the world—where you can learn, dine, trip, and forage to your heart’s content. People + Opinions A poetic reflection on the psychedelic history of New Mexico, involving White Sands National Monument, Juniper trees, and a familial lineage of hippies who moved to the Land of Enchantment in the ‘60s. Shrooms Is this wild mushroom among the world’s most potent? New results suggest it might be—with some caveats Art + Culture Sit back and tune it. We've found the best psychedelic sounds—plus a little history, too Science Psilocybe mushrooms appear to have started producing psilocybin roughly 67 million years ago, right around the dinosaurs’ demise, new research shows. Other Psychedelics An herbalist walks you through how to make your own dreamy potion at home Art + Culture At the dawn of the 2020s, this young Baltimore songwriter dropped acid for the first time, moved to LA with a bunch of her friends, and then wrote a hit song that later appeared in a Super Bowl ad. She talks with DoubleBlind about her bold explorations of plant medicines and psychedelic pop. Other Psychedelics “This is where ancient practices and modern technology come together.” Other Psychedelics When our therapist suggested MDMA, I was taken aback: We were here to get divorced, not dance. But afterwards, nothing would ever be the same again. Other Psychedelics Meet the plant that produces one of the most powerful and controversial botanical compounds. Relationships & Sex Researchers from Imperial College London found that psychedelics can have a long-term impact on sexual satisfaction. Other Psychedelics Harm reduction experts weigh in on what you need to know before you flip. Art + Culture Peruvian artist Pablo Amaringo’s colorful life highlights the interwoven relationship between art, ayahuasca, and the rainforest. Other Psychedelics It's "kind of like MDMA without the hangover." OPINION The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, or MAPS, recently rebranded their public benefit corporation to Lykos Therapeutics, which is slated to bring us pharmaceutical MDMA in 2024. Tripping Fundamentals A neurologist walks you through the ins and outs of trip killers—pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter drugs people use to halt a trip. Types of Shrooms People say McKennaii mushroom is a potent Golden Teacher variety—but rumor abounds. Art + Culture DoubleBlind met up with Siberian singer Snow Raven to discuss how she embodies birds, reindeer, and other wild beasts from the Arctic—all in the name of bringing the shamanic sounds of the Sakha people to the world. Types of Shrooms This newly stabilized mushroom might make for the perfect museum dose—but there's still a lot to learn. Art + Culture In the 1980s NYC art scene, art critic Carlo McCormick championed psychedelic artists, defying mainstream norms and the War on Drugs. Other Psychedelics Dismissed as a madman and revered as a genius, John C. Lilly is perhaps one of the most far-out researchers to ever experiment with psychedelics. Other Psychedelics More blue doesn’t mean more pure Other Psychedelics Many people who try DMT report encounters with otherworldly spirits—but what do they mean? A journalist explores. Other Psychedelics Opinions vary on the cause and severity of the shortage, but its impact on patients is dangerous. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Inner Mastery International’s founder, Alverto Varela, died before he was able to face trial following a crackdown on his retreat empire. Mental Health Psychedelics give us an opportunity to integrate meaningful rituals into our symbolic—and literal—relationships with death. Other Psychedelics Damiana is a popular smokable herb and supplement. So, is it really an aphrodisiac? Mental Health Combat veterans with traumatic brain injuries saw “life-changing” improvements in their symptoms and cognitive functioning immediately after receiving treatment with ibogaine, a new Standford Study shows. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity These private companies sent cremated human remains to the moon. Navajo Nation spoke up. "We’re turning the moon into a graveyard, and we’re turning it into a waste site.” How to Grow Mushrooms In a letter, the DEA’s Drug & Chemical Evaluation Section Chief Terrence Boos confirmed that psilocybin mushroom spores are federally legal under the Controlled Substances Act. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The Huni Kuin people of the Brazilian Amazon are dedicated to preserving—and sharing—their culture for one main reason: Spreading the messages of the rainforest. OTHER PSYCHEDELICS But they failed. Types of Shrooms This frosty fungi is delightful to behold—and, advocates say, transformative to eat. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Domestic violence is rampant in Mexico—and disproportionately impacts indigenous women. These Mazatec curanderas are quietly working to address that. Mental Health A man seeking treatment for substance use disorder severely injured a 76-year-old Shipibo curandero, highlighting the risks of psychedelic tourism for Indigenous healers. Politics Presidential candidates from the Democrat, Republican, and Independent parties are using their platforms on the campaign trail to promote visions for psychedelics reform. OPINION Hate to break it to you, but the deities you encounter in the DMT dimension are figments created by your brain. Art + Culture Incubus lead singer Brandon Boyd sits down with DoubleBlind to discuss out-of-body experiences, dream-time songwriting, and the omnipresent nature of God—even in the mundane. Health & Wellness The pain-relieving effects of LSD and psilocybin show increased efficacy with repeated treatments, unlike opioids, which display a “decreased therapeutic effect” over time. AYAHUASCA Banisteriopsis caapi isn’t psychedelic, but for many, it’s a vital plant medicine with plenty to teach OTHER PSYCHEDELICS This trendy club drug inspired a new music scene, but what the heck is in it? Mental Health Hundreds of people are on the waitlist, but only a minority appear to be from Oregon. Other Psychedelics Inside a decades-long journey to uncover the sacramental origins of the Bufo alvarius toad—and the powerful psychedelic derived from it Other Psychedelics The subtle power of nutmeg is long overlooked. These recipes help you tune in. Art + Culture For advocates, the free-form movement practice offers a way to heal trauma, let go of shame, and come into your own body People + Opinions The archetype of the witch is ancient, but it’s currently shapeshifting into a modern form. OTHER PSYCHEDELICS We cover the risks and research behind this mind-bending phenethylamine Types of Shrooms But, watch out: careful dosing is extra important with this hallucinogenic fungi Art + Culture A journey into the vortex of R&R—an investigation in what it means to commune Art + Culture Panels at SXSW 2024 will feature numerous conversations around psychedelics, highlighting the demand for information on these substances. People + Opinions Madison Margolin’s book Exile & Ecstasy explores the connection between Jewish and psychedelic worlds Mental Health From psychedelic care to humanitarian groups, here are organizations working to help us collectively move through this moment Other Psychedelics We asked experts about falling into the abyss—and how to get out again How To A chef walks you through how to preserve your shrooms and give any recipe a magical kick. People + Opinions The psychedelic chemist Alexander “Sasha” Shulgin left behind more than 500 psychedelic compounds. A research institute continuing his legacy is scouring the collection for overlooked gems People + Opinions Take a journey with us as we explore the future of the psychedelics community. Mental Health The survey shows that results may be “particularly strong” among those recovering from significant adversity People + Opinions I do bodywork. Sometimes, it’s not enough when it comes to addressing a person’s pain. Politics A new report describes how global drug prohibition undermines efforts to address the climate crisis. People + Opinions The scientist is largely credited with birthing the modern psychedelic Renaissance Other Psychedelics Calea zacatechichi (Mexican Dream Herb) can inspire vivid lucid dreams. But, some worry a changing environment and overharvesting may threaten plant traditions. Mental Health Humans have surmised that there’s an intimate relationship between mind, body, and spirit for millennia. Now, cutting-edge psychedelic research begins to prove it Other Psychedelics Yopo is a powerful psychedelic snuff used for healing and shamanic practice in the Amazon's Orinoco basin. Crisis puts people and cultural knowledge at risk. Art + Culture House is the heartbeat of rave culture. Vocals are the invitation to ascension. Art + Culture Finding community can be hard, but psychedelic societies are gathering spaces for fellow explorers Public Policy SB-58 is out. Is an old-school medical cannabis model the better path? COLUMNS At Vancouver’s Coca Leaf Cafe, you’ll find psilocybin sugar cubes and DMT vapes, with a side of anti-prohibition advocacy. Other Psychedelics After controversy, the Church of Psilomethoxin has far-out dreams for new business Types of Shrooms We'll let you in on a little secret: They're not really albino. Art + Culture K Allado-McDowell in conversation with Erik Davis about a new fictionalized autobiography on artists, shamans, and machines Other Psychedelics The results might not always be music to your ears Art + Culture From psytrance to country fairs, find psychedelic gatherings wherever you are Mental Health After the latest clinical trial, MDMA therapy for PTSD is “on track” for the FDA to consider in 2024 How to Take Shrooms Who knew magic tasted so good? SPONSORED Meet the powerful psychoactive plants known as oneirogens Magic Mushrooms Explained Researchers call it “imprinting”— from Disney characters to Harry Potter, media can make its way into psychedelic experiences. How to Take Shrooms We asked the experts what we know (and don’t) about shrooms and sleep COLUMNS From coca to kava, we should be able to access all plant allies—and understand their beneficial properties Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity In Northeast Poland, they're called Whisperers. Will their traditions become a lost art? Other Psychedelics A study found that people who took MDMA alongside mushrooms or LSD had less negative effects Art + Culture The neglected history of 19th century drug use Magic Mushrooms Explained Shrooms are communication highways, you say? Oh, please tell us more Art + Culture These intimate and eerie images bring light to a history too often ignored, and the people who remember COLUMNS For cultures around the world, plant medicine is a way of life from birth Types of Shrooms This magic mushie took home awards at the Hyphae Cup. So, what makes it so special? People + Opinions In the Arab world, psychedelics are considered “haram,” or forbidden. Haya Al-Hejailan is working to reframe them as medicines. Types of Shrooms Journey into the weird science of bioluminescent shrooms COLUMNS Trust us: You’ve never met anyone like her Other Psychedelics Ketamine was once confined to an anesthetic. Now, it's an up-and-coming mental health aid. How To Tips and tricks for avoiding censorship—and what to do if your account gets flagged Politics The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has a message for young people Politics Kava and kratom have been consumed for centuries by other cultures—so why aren’t more people taking these powerful plants? Mental Health Grief rituals can help us cope with the pain of modern times. Art + Culture After decades of playing on the road and making hits, the iconic singer-songwriter turns her attention to destigmatizing psychedelics Relationships & Sex A recap of the juiciest conversation at Psychedelic Science Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Despite a rich history of spiritual and plant medicine traditions in Asia, there’s been little consideration for Asians within the psychedelic movement Art + Culture "The message of psychedelics is that culture can be re-engineered as a set of emotional and spiritual values rather than products. This is terrifying news." Shrooms We asked veterinarians what to do when your cat's trippin' Science These “legal” gummies may not be so legal—but it’s impossible to confirm the results Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Amid the growing popularity of ibogaine for opioid use disorder, the iboga plant is being overharvested and sold illegally online Mental Health CEOs and business leaders are doing psychedelics—and claiming their companies are better off for it People + Opinions It’s time we reconsider racially-motivated, violent extremism as a disease that requires a holistic public health response Art + Culture Trippy listening for in-between journeys Science There’s not much out there for students interested in the psychedelic field, but that’s slowly changing SHROOMS But are they always a total knockout? Other Psychedelics Get out of your head and into your heart SHROOMS But do they live up to their reputation? Relationships & Sex We asked sex therapists about the good, the bad—and the cuddly COLUMNS It may be uncomfortable, but breaking cycles of harm requires acknowledging that we are all capable of committing harm—even those we love and respect most Art + Culture Counterculture rebel Richard Fariña died on the cusp of fame. His only novel remains essential reading for literary psychonauts with a penchant for the absurd Art + Culture Psychonauts often wax poetic about the mystical experience—but is laughter the true gateway to transcendence? LEGALIZATION Proposed federal provisions would reschedule MDMA and fund research on psychedelics for post-traumatic stress Types of Shrooms Rumor has it, B+ mushrooms can help you "be positive," but how much do we know about these popular mushies? Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity He's welcomed dozens to his family's space, including many veterans, for free Politics The guidelines will shape what the future of psychedelic therapy and treatment looks like Other Psychedelics The natural source of cathinone—better known as bath salts—is an East African plant. Its story is a perplexing one, entangled in the War on Drugs and the War on Terror. Decriminalization The legislation heads to another committee before a chance for an Assembly-wide review—but the path to approval is "narrow" Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity From ayahuasca retreats to integration circles, there’s a growing number of LGBTQIA+ psychedelic offerings—but cost and access remain barriers Mental Health Slowly but surely, federal lawmakers are paying attention to the promise of psychedelics for mental health Art + Culture Did you hear the joke about fungus? You won’t like it at first, but it’ll grow on you. Mental Health Prompts and exercises for exploring your hidden side Politics Students and patients left in a lurch, investors out millions of dollars…WTF is going on?! Mental Health Magic mushrooms help people process difficult emotions and feel more self-compassion, study suggests Art + Culture Stern recounts the poets’ chance meeting, which sparked life-long friendships and creative camaraderie Decriminalization Adults could possess, cultivate, and share up to one ounce—but the Senate gets a say, first AYAHUASCA We made a list of common and not-so-common psychedelic herbs Health & Wellness Tripping is great and all, but don’t forget to put your feet in the soil Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Now, they’ve formed an association of their own Other Psychedelics More purple, more pizazz? Probably not Mental Health It’s time we stop pigeonholing people into categories as if that can hold the complexity of who they truly are Art + Culture Wondering where to find the others? You’re in luck. Public Policy The regulations allow home cultivation and approves an Indigenous community working group to address unintended consequences of the bill Science The program will expire, but the question remains: are psychedelics without the journey really psychedelic at all? Decriminalization Journalist Monica Cadena talks to Senator Scott Wiener in an exclusive interview on DoubleBlind. Watch the full conversation How to Take Shrooms Shrooms are an acquired taste. Here's what to eat to keep your tummy and tastebuds happy Art + Culture 64 East 7th Street was home to Allen Ginsberg and the Beats, a mysterious commune, a bookstore frequented by Patti Smith, and much more Art + Culture Did magic mushrooms really help our brains evolve? Types of Shrooms And this mushroom is easier to mistake for deadly look-alikes Politics Oregon and Colorado have been getting a lot of attention. Meanwhile, Massachusetts has been decriminalizing city by city—and is now considering statewide change Tripping Fundamentals In the psychedelic community, we often hear “bad trips don’t exist,” but that’s simply not true Art + Culture We found the best trippy patterns for journeying—and just because they're cool Relationships & Sex Shroomy sex with your partner(s) can be meaningful and intimate—but don't skip conversations about comfort, boundaries, and consent Art + Culture These psychedelic artists are rad as hell Art + Culture In Toby Pikelin's psychedelic dioramas, love is in the detail: the beer, the mess, the detritus LEGALIZATION It hasn’t stopped people from signing up on a waiting list LEGALIZATION Service centers are the only places where adults can legally access magic mushrooms AYAHUASCA The journey begins before the ceremony—with restrictions on what you eat, drink and do. We asked why How To Do Acid "Is this trip ever going to end?!" Yes, we promise you, it does Types of Shrooms Yes, these alien-looking shrooms are psychedelic LEGALIZATION The bill creates a regulatory framework for the psychedelic “healing centers” voters approved last year—early reactions are mixed OTHER PSYCHEDELICS Sacred cacti like Peruvian Torch are at risk from overharvesting in Peru. A collective wants to replant them Types of Shrooms Psilocybe aren't the only mind-bending mushies out there Politics They're the first legal psilocybin facilitators in the country OPINION If we want the psychedelic revolution to be ethical and equitable, we must consider the context in which these medicines are being industrialized—and what our priorities are Art + Culture These films have us trippin'—and we love it Types of Shrooms Meet Oregon's forgotten shroom Science In recent decades, mushroom cultivation has transformed the lives of thousands in the Northern part of the country Health & Wellness According to emerging research, we really are what we eat—or what the microbes inside us eat, anyway PSYCHEDELIC NEWS From magic chocolate bars to gummies, the digital shroom market is in full swing Other Psychedelics Some psychedelic journeys take hours. This one takes 15 minutes Mental Health With our guards down, we found closure—together Psychedelic Art and Culture These animators were definitely on something Politics Lawmakers want the DEA to clarify that the seriously ill can access psychedelics under “Right to Try” laws Types of Shrooms No, this mushie isn't a con artist—it just has way too many names Psychedelic Art and Culture The "hoax" that tricked federal officials, the FDA, mainstream newspapers—and countless psychonauts seeking a fruitful trip Mental Health There’s much growth—personally, spiritually, and communally—in learning how to navigate disagreement and take accountability How To Do Acid We'll be blunt: You can't fully "stop" an acid trip. But you may be able to charter a more compassionate course Psychedelic Art and Culture Some of our planet’s wildlife enjoy expanding their consciousness, too PSYCHEDELIC NEWS Shroom growers are among the first legal psilocybin businesses to be licensed in the state, which will allow guided journeys in the coming months Types of Shrooms Psilocybe stametsii pays homage to the world-famous mycologist—but we don't know if it's psychoactive yet Psychedelic Research Mushrooms generate electrical signals that bear a striking resemblance to human nerve impulses People + Opinions A provocative conversation on using plant medicines to come into our sexuality, learning to listen to ourselves, and whether psychedelics really need to be regulated FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS The mushroom is traditionally used for energy and stamina, but how do you find the right products? Health & Wellness An ethical debate unfolds about the optimization of plant medicines by drug development companies Politics State lawmakers filed four major drug reform initiatives this month, but the progressive policies still face political obstacles. KETAMINE A Texas-based ketamine center says this combo “takes [people] out of their own day-to-day mindset” Politics The Drug Enforcement Administration has been deciding which psychedelic churches are and are not legitimate—but, according to legal experts, they don’t have the right to do so LSD This novel psychedelic is viewed as an alternative to regular acid—but it's complicated. Shrooms The blue foot Psilocybe lurks on logs and stumps in the Northeastern United States—but spotting one is no easy task. (And be careful if you try.) Art + Culture Welcome to a new era of holistic hedonism FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS Expert herbalists weigh in on their favorite brain-boosting products People + Opinions Testimonies from professional athletes are opening doors to new realms of psychedelic potential OTHER PSYCHEDELICS This trippy cactus might grow in your garden—but where does it actually come from? Art + Culture “Classic” psychedelic rock emerged in the ’60s and ’70s, but there’s oh-so-much more. Art + Culture We are at a pivotal time in history—and there’s more opportunity in this moment than we realize How To Ayahuasca, shrooms, and LSD, oh my! Equity and Access Psychedelic businesses have an opportunity to disrupt existing paradigms with regenerative economic practices. The question is: will they take it? LEGALIZATION Among dozens of well-known psychedelic applicants, many folks who are unknown to the community were chosen OPINION Journalist Mattha Busby explores a world without prohibition in his new book FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS Expert herbalists share their favorite tips and tricks for finding quality products KETAMINE At-home ketamine is the latest psychedelic trend, but does this mail-order therapy make psychedelics more accessible—or riskier? Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Indigenous communities are not a monolith—and trust takes time How To Helping people make sense of their psychedelic experiences is a privilege. We chatted with the experts about how to get involved amid a grey legal landscape. Mental Health Seven attorneys, representing a Seattle palliative care physician and two cancer patients, aim to prove to federal judges that psilocybin cannot legally be categorized as a Schedule 1 drug. People + Opinions After 57 Years, psilocybin retreats are finally a reality for the most influential woman in psychedelic science. OPINION One trip at a time, these mothers are reclaiming their power Psychedelic Art and Culture Wondering the best way to trip? From MDMA in the park to ketamine in the desert, these are your choices KETAMINE Navigating the world of psychedelic retreats can be challenging—how do you know you've found a good place? Here's where to look for help. LSD Countless women from the first psychedelic revolution never got their due—Rhoney Stanley is one of them. MDMA Researchers weigh on why microdosing MDMA may not have the results that you'd expect. Politics Lawmakers in nearly one dozen states are pushing for some kind of psychedelic policy reform Politics Over the next year, Colorado will figure out what its regulated psychedelic system will look like. Here’s what’s at stake. Health & Wellness Meet the legal entheogen for stress and relaxation—and maybe a lucid dream or two Politics Two New York Assemblymembers pre-filed a bill that would legalize naturally-occurring psychedelics in the state Mental Health Researchers explore the potential of psychedelic therapies for people in minimally conscious states. Politics Nice try, folks, but you may be a little too far ahead of the psychedelic curve Art + Culture This Chilean-born painter explores her ancestral lineage, the spirit world, and all that glimmers in between How to Grow Mushrooms They're slimy. They're smelly. They're covered in fuzz. Here's how to stay away from bunk shrooms. Decriminalization Senator Scott Wiener's Office introduces decriminalization bill SB-58, four months after their first attempt was reduced to a study. Politics Psychedelics are being embraced in a growing number of places around the world. But where is psychedelic-assisted therapy actually accessible? FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS They're not exactly a cup of coffee, but these fungi may fight fatigue sustainably. Art + Culture People have been tripping here under the radar for almost two decades. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Meet the plant used along with Ayahuasca. How To Do you think it's time for mom to trip? Here's how to start the conversation. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity A new psychedelic renaissance that remains grounded in colonial habits risks replicating historic and systemic harms and injustices Art + Culture So, you're shopping for a psychonaut. Don't worry—we've got you. Microdosing Indigenous communities have been taking kanna for healing and ceremonially for centuries, at all doses FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS This medicinal mushroom may not be psychedelic, but it performs some potent magic tricks of its own. Equity and Access From Mexico to the Czech Republic, facilitators are currently being held for transporting ayahuasca, peyote, and other ancestral medicines Art + Culture Are crystals really all good vibes—or dark energy in disguise? Art + Culture Allegations of abuse surround, perhaps, the trippiest place in America's suburbs LEGALIZATION This landmark bill will impact how psychedelic reform unfolds nationwide How to Take Shrooms Heroic dosers claim to travel to different dimensions and explore new depths of their subconscious mind. We asked the experts for a roadmap through hyperspace. LEGALIZATION Voters in the Centennial state just legalized guided magic mushroom experiences—and decriminalized personal use. MDMA MDMA for post-traumatic stress disorder will likely be legal in the next two years. This is what we know about what it will look like. Politics With gummies, powders, and capsules on sale, this Florida shop says they’ve found a legal loophole Art + Culture From medicine music to trippy rock classics, these are the best tracks to tune into when you’re on a journey Art + Culture There are few animals as frightening and as fascinating as the snake. So why exactly have we obsessed over them for 70,000 years? Art + Culture WTF am I even looking at? OPINION Despite recent headlines that the Golden City decriminalized psychedelics, it’s not that simple Mental Health Your trip might be over, but the journey is just beginning. Other Psychedelics Introducing the latest trending synthetic Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The sacred psychedelic cactus faces threats of habitat loss and over-harvesting. The Church wants more protections. Art + Culture "Drugs allow us to taste the beyond but do not make us masters of the transcendental.” —Satyananda Saraswati Politics It represents a larger nationwide debate over psychedelic reform—here’s what you need to know Politics The legal status of psilocybin globally is in flux. Here's where you can journey without prosecution—sort of Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity We know her as the woman who gave foreigners mushrooms, but that story is incomplete Art + Culture Finding psychedelics is always risky in an era of prohibition. Here's how you can journey without breaking the law. Art + Culture Delight your eyes and tickle your brain with these trippy visuals Shrooms From high to horror, the twisted tales of Amanita are as trippy as the mushroom itself. Art + Culture Sometimes casual hedonism doesn't just feel good—it's good for you. FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS Compounds in these medicinal fungi may be natural "smart drugs." Art + Culture You may be able to buy MDMA in a store like this one day—if Dutch activists get their way LEGALIZATION Ahead of federal approval, Connecticut seeks to lay the groundwork for psychedelic treatments in the state Art + Culture Turn on, tune in, and drop right into these fantastical films Mental Health A growing number of folks are tripping for the first time in decades—but, this time, with more intention Other Psychedelics Mainstream media has portrayed PCP as a substance that makes people violent and erratic—but that’s not the whole story. Politics The caterpillar fungus sells for as much as $140 per gram in the markets of China. Equity and Access Whether you or someone you love has been violated, or you’re a part of the psychedelic community, you should know about these efforts. PSYCHEDELIC NEWS Apparently, they're the "lab rats of the sea." But will it really help us understand this sacred brew? FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS An herbalist explains how fungi combat stress. Decriminalization Psychedelics like psilocybin and ayahuasca will be "among the lowest priorities" for law enforcement. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity From immersive music experiences to cultural competency trainings, Numinus is reimagining the future of psychedelic healthcare. Mental Health Mental health practitioners report breakthroughs with PSIP, a growing therapy which surpasses the conscious mind and helps people process traumatic memories. KETAMINE It might be longer than you think. COLUMNS We're living in dire times—and we're in dire need of change. Psychedelic Research Data from new federally-backed studies suggest that adults are tripping more, but teen use is decreasing. Shrooms If it's brown and blue, you've found a good clue. Art + Culture As plant medicines go "mainstream," we must remember their origin stories. Art + Culture From taking the McKennas into the Amazon on a ship to building a hotel for Tibetan refugees in Kathmandu, the Theater of All Possibilities has pioneered a new way of living and creating. Microdosing "We now know that psilocybin mushroom microdosing works. It is indisputable that there are benefits." —Stamets LEGALIZATION In the wake of a growing mental health crisis, the feds get ready for legal psychedelic therapy LEGALIZATION SB-519 would have allowed for the possession of DMT, psilocybin, and MDMA, among other substances—but not all psychedelic activists were onboard with it Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity As a young queer Muslim using drugs, I struggled to reconcile all the parts of myself—until I realized where they unite and what they illuminate about our times. People + Opinions Chor Boogie’s path from high-profile portraits to Gabon. FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS An herbalist tells you how to spot treasure among fool’s gold. FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS Light up your brain without psychedelics. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Peyote conservation and decriminalization efforts have been a hot topic in the psychedelic space. Here’s why. FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS This zombie fungus is surprisingly good for your health. Mental Health The research is set for this summer, over four months, and will primarily enroll women. FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS The “dancing mushroom” isn’t psychedelic—but it’s still pretty trippy. Mental Health A new number to call in times of a mental health crisis has drawn praise—and criticism. Politics The bill would legalize the possession of certain psychedelics and allow for psilocybin treatment centers—but not all advocates are in favor of it How To Mind-bending fun for every occasion. Art + Culture A new generation of holy rebels from the fringes of Jewish life are using psychedelics to revolutionize religion. Magic Mushrooms Explained Most little brown mushrooms look almost exactly the same—so how do you distinguish the divine from the deadly? How To Experts weigh in on what it takes and what to look for in a training program. Art + Culture Welcome to "The Farm." Politics The amendment would require the Department of Defense to study the therapeutic potential of psilocybin and MDMA for military service members AYAHUASCA Modern ayahuasca ceremonies draw from the wisdom of Amazonian cultures, Shipibo culture in particular. So why isn't this common knowledge? Health & Wellness You can still grow lion's mane even if you usually kill all of your plants—we promise. FEATURES Over the course of the past year, several states across the US have taken legal action to expand access to psychedelic-assisted therapies for some citizens. Many of these efforts have been catalyzed by veterans who have personally benefited from psychedelic-assisted therapies. Art + Culture What happens when you feed artificial intelligence thousands of psychedelic images? They make machine elves, of course. Politics The new legislation is one of several recent initiatives that would advance psychedelic and drug policy reform around the nation. How To Do Acid Patterns and playlists and peach fuzz, oh my! Politics Critics oppose the closed-door decision, which may limit access for non-medical practitioners. Shrooms Everyone thought this shroom was poisonous—and then they realized it was magic. COLUMNS Just as the definition of trauma can at times be nebulous, so too what we mean when we talk about treating it—with or without psychedelics. Health & Wellness Human beings have a millennia-long relationship with the "mushroom of immortality." Microdosing New report reveals unprecedented surge in microdosing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Politics Protest called attention to DEA’s obstruction of Right to Try statutes. Politics Are shroom shops the new weed shops? How to Take Shrooms Tell your subconscious we said hello. People + Opinions As a legal psychedelic industry nears, facilitators fight for their right to remain underground. Art + Culture And it gets worse. COLUMNS The philosophy is a paradox—and it doesn't work. Shrooms Penis Envy's otherworldly relative is ready to take the limelight. Shrooms They say this mushroom hails from Incan ruins—but how much do we really know about this “rare” cubensis? Art + Culture Pro sports stars open up about how psychedelics impacted their lives and created "doorways to the future." Health & Wellness How often do you engage with mushrooms? For North Spore, supplements are a way to receive their gifts in daily life. COLUMNS At least 70 percent of people who use even the most maligned drugs, like alcohol and cocaine, don’t become addicts. It’s time for a more honest public narrative about all drugs. Shrooms The origin of this fast-growing mushroom may be shrouded in underground lore—but cultivators still love reliable fungus. Shrooms Well, two continents at least—but is it a good thing? Psychedelic Research What’s “neurospirituality” all about? Spiritual experiences induced by psychedelics may have common neuronal pathways with traditional religious and mystical experiences. Art + Culture What the ‘Four Worlds’ of Kabbalah can teach us about spiritual highs and lows. Art + Culture Don't forget to pet the cats. COLUMNS The DEA might criminalize more psychedelics—but there's still time for public comment. Art + Culture Do psychedelics help us see reality more clearly, or do they lead us into a world of fantasy? Art + Culture We caught up with Grammy-nominated producer Jon Hopkins about his latest record Music for Psychedelic Therapy, and the immense responsibility of making music for the psychedelic realm. Shrooms Blue-bruising fruiting bodies aren’t the only gifts of the Psilocybe—some of the best treasures are hidden underground. FEATURES The international drag queen sensation doesn't trip much these days, but her work embodies what it means to be psychedelic. Politics New Policies in Missouri could expand access to psychedelic therapies and decriminalize low-level possession of controlled substances. EFFECTS AND RISKS The real cause of the "Blue Monday" crash—according to a psychiatrist. LEGALIZATION California is already considering a psychedelic legalization bill in the legislature, but citizens may have the opportunity to vote on a psilocybin-specific initiative next fall. Here’s the 101 on what the Initiative is all about. How To Simple tips for navigating tricky conversations in an era of prohibition. Politics The Washington Psilocybin Services Act would legalize “supported use” of psilocybin for adults 21 and over, regardless of medical diagnosis. FEATURES Get references, ask critical questions, and most importantly, follow your gut. FEATURES MDMA helped me reparent myself. And in doing that, I was better able to parent my sons. Politics Port Townsend just became the second city in Washington state to decriminalize entheogenic plants and fungi. Microdosing We asked the experts for tips on how to start microdosing—and what you really should know before you begin. Art + Culture An exclusive look at the love story of famed mycologists R. Gordon and Valentina Wasson—as cartoons. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity This cadre of BIPOC talent is made to highlight the full spectrum of expertise available for those who are truly committed to transformational change. Shrooms Meet Psilocybe allenii, the mushroom that evaded even skilled mycologists for decades. FEATURES Mind Cure's Groundbreaking Initiative Addresses Female Sexual Dysfunction with MDMA Microdosing Are there any risks to microdosing every day? We asked the experts all about microdosing protocols. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The Wixárika people of Mexico struggle to continue their sacred pilgrimage to gather peyote amid extractive forces. Art + Culture Take a gander—we dare you. How To Do Acid The afterglow of a powerful LSD journey can set the stage for significant personal change—but how long does it last? COLUMNS Reciprocity with Indigenous stewards of plant medicine is one way to start. Health & Wellness Have you ever wanted to learn how to make mushroom tinctures? Now’s your chance. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity How to heal our communities, work in reverence to these sacred medicines without perpetuating systemic harms, and leave more than what we came with for generations to come. Shrooms Is the most potent Psilocybe from down under? Meet Psilocybe subaeruginosa, one of the strongest magic mushrooms in the world. Politics Detroit voters passed the city’s first psychedelic decriminalization initiative, making entheogenic plants among the lowest law enforcement priorities. COLUMNS Ibogaine expert and advocate tells all—from ethical sourcing to safety guidelines, and how to vet a medicine provider. Politics Another Massachusetts city decriminalizes psychedelics. Will the trend continue? FEATURES The proliferation of ketamine clinics around the country could offer a model for other psychedelic therapy clinics in the future. Here's what it's like on the inside. How to Take Shrooms Doing shrooms alone can be an incredibly powerful experience—but navigating hyperspace isn't always easy. Art + Culture Mark McCloud has been collecting LSD art for decades—but the reason behind his devotion to acid might surprise you. How To The late Anthony Bourdain says it best: “Do not ever take LSD with assholes.” Politics Seattle is now the largest city in the United States to decriminalize psychedelic plants and fungi. Health & Wellness Tolerance to shrooms develops faster than you think—you might be disappointed if you trip too often. FEATURES “All the recoveries that we see, all the second chances that people have, all the healing… we are not criminals.” Art + Culture With psychedelics decriminalized, many entrepreneurs are taking advantage of grey market loopholes. Magic Mushrooms Explained Psychoactive experiences can be mentally and physically taxing. Here's how to come down from a high—the comfortable way. Art + Culture Stumbling, howling, pupils dilated—and then they go back for more? Other Psychedelics The molecules are similar. The trips are not. How to Take Shrooms Save your taste buds. We'll tell you how to make shrooms delicious. How to Take Shrooms Preparing for your first mushroom trip? We've got you. FEATURES The science, the theory, and the complicated unknowns of Dock Ellis’ acid- and amphetamine-fueled baseball achievement. Shrooms Nothing is less psychedelic than unsolved crime. FEATURES Should a nursing parent abstain from psychedelics? Yes and no—here's what the science and indigenous wisdom tell about this practice. How to Take Shrooms The Stamets Stack is a dosing protocol designed to enhance cognitive ability—but what do we really know about it? Art + Culture What is an experience without words to describe it? Art + Culture Rainbow Gatherings have been a phenomenon since 1972, offering a glimpse into an alternate reality, where money doesn't exist and psychedelic culture is the norm. But can this temporary, idyllic society have an impact on the outside world? FEATURES Does psilocybin therapy mark the dawn of a new era in mental health? A psychedelic researcher talks the future of existential medicine. Shrooms There are few psychedelic mushrooms as potent as Blue Meanies—or with so many names. FEATURES "It was the most pleasurable sensation I had ever known, like an orgasm. It was the secret of life, the alchemist’s secret of life.” —Anaïs Nin Art + Culture Contemporary artist Wangechi Mutu on transcending boundaries, reconnecting with the natural world, and reimagining a more humane co-existence. How to Grow Mushrooms Mushies may love oats, rye, and horse manure, but these materials are far from their only favorite snacks. FEATURES Inside the politics of ending psychedelic prohibition in the Golden State. Magic Mushrooms Explained For decades, the cause of the bluing reaction in psychedelic mushrooms baffled scientists. German researchers finally cracked the code. Decriminalization He claims it’s legal, but will it last? FEATURES Lucid dreaming is an ancient spiritual practice that comes with added health benefits. Here's how you can learn to lucid dream, and which herbs will help you get into the dreamstate. Shrooms Wavy Caps may grow by the hundreds on a pile of wood chips—but are they really as potent as they’re made out to be? A mycologist dives into the history and science of Psilocybe cyanescens. Magic Mushrooms Explained The not-so-humble spore can fling into the air with rocket force and still produce trippy mushrooms—here's how. FEATURES But with all the gifts of a mindfulness practice, would meditators even feel as called to trip to begin with? AYAHUASCA The Ayahuasca experience transcends the chemical; it’s a pilgrimage into the realms of the self and the spirit. COLUMNS While some groups pursue religious exemption to incorporate psychedelics into their spiritual practice, this activist argues that decriminalization is the best strategy to achieve normalization of psychedelics for all and topple the Drug War. Art + Culture For over 30,000 years, visionary art has helped people integrate and translate their travels into the Dreamtime, the cosmos, and other worlds. FEATURES Psychedelics help you see reality as if looking through a telescope—but like alcohol, that doesn’t mean we should do them all the time. FEATURES Experiencing a salvia trip is tricky. Here’s what to expect before, during, and after the process. FEATURES How to use an LSD test kit to protect yourself from adulterated drugs. FEATURES The Drug Policy Reform Act seeks to end federal criminal penalties for drug possession, expunge criminal drug records, and invest in health-based approaches to drug policy. Art + Culture For some who have left the Mormon church, psychedelics provide an opportunity to heal feelings of alienation and find their own way. FEATURES "If psychedelics are about recognizing the ways that we are all one, consent is a way for us to act as such." FEATURES Ayahuasca legal status depends on where you are. FEATURES SB 519 is now headed to the State Assembly for a final vote before it can become law. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Troubled by the common phenomenon of white people appropriating Indigenous traditions in the psychedelic space, this author rediscovered the folklore of her own ancestral lineage. FEATURES Salvia flowers are a naturally occurring, legal psychedelic. Here's what to know about these blooms. Health & Wellness The miraculix test kit shows the percentage of psilocybin in your mushrooms. Health & Wellness How to make this trendy new brew, step-by-step FEATURES Psychedelics for the “betterment of well people” isn’t a new notion, but recent legislation is giving the idea new life. Art + Culture How ayahuasca can be an important tool for the bereaved. FEATURES How to use a molly test kit to protect yourself from adulterated drugs. FEATURES How you can transform your consciousness and access healing through just breath. LSD Acid. Orange Sunshine. Windowpane. Every generation has its own nickname for LSD. But, no matter what you call it, one thing’s certain—it’s long been a symbol of a peaceful counterculture. FEATURES From New York City to Albany to tiny towns upstate, the tide of psychedelic decriminalization laps at the shores of the Empire State. FEATURES The route of administration, among several other factors like age and tolerance, will affect ketamine’s duration, not to mention the afterglow effect. FEATURES Using supercomputers and machine learning, the next generation of psychedelics may look like nothing we've ever seen before. FEATURES Mushroom dosage can be tricky, especially when different varieties come with different potencies. Here’s what you should know. FEATURES How ketamine infusion therapy works, what it feels like, and what it's used for. FEATURES Take it slow and be honest. FEATURES Ketamine dosage ranges depending on your consumption method. From intravenous to intramuscular to k-spray and more, here’s everything you should know. FEATURES You can smoke changa, drink ayahuasca, or free-base or vaporizer DMT to have a DMT experience. But what are the pros and cons of each? FEATURES Through the power of a mystical experience and new insights, psilocybin for depression may be a more efficient treatment than traditional pharmaceutical methods. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Mushrooms are en vogue, but what about the droves of psychedelic cacti? FEATURES Tea or chai lattes aren’t the only coffee substitutes; try one of these coffee alternatives instead. FEATURES Salvia is sometimes compared to cannabis or DMT, but it is far different—here's everything you need to know. FEATURES Everything you need to know about molly or MDMA, everyone's favorite club drug that's fast becoming an FDA-approved trauma treatment medication. FEATURES Everything you should know about using ketamine for depression, from administration methods to side effects. FEATURES A number of anecdotal reports point to psychedelics' potential to trigger early menstruation and rebalance hormones. Art + Culture From awe-inspiring nature docs to trippy animations, here are the best movies to watch on shrooms. FEATURES There’s a number of criteria followed by the best ayahuasca retreats. Read our guide to properly vet where you go. FEATURES Ketamine clinics are opening across the country—but they range in quality widely. Here’s what to look for. FEATURES Ketamine has been growing in popularity in the clinic and on the dance floor—but ketamine addiction is a real risk FEATURES Experts weigh in on the connection between the spiritual and the psychedelic and why some trippers feel like religious figures. Art + Culture Yes, it came to my doorstep FEATURES The New York rapper and mayor hopeful Paperboy Prince is challenging mainstream politics with a trippy message of love. FEATURES Microdosing LSA—like microdosing, in general—is growing in popularity, but we don’t know much about it. FEATURES Penis Envy mushrooms were encountered by ethnobotanist Terence McKenna in the Amazon...the story unfolds from there. FEATURES Microdosing LSD has shown promise for everything from depression to insomnia. Here’s what you need to know to get started. FEATURES Well, it depends on a lot of things—from your body to how you take them. Footer We need alternatives to over-the-counter painkillers. Could microdosing for chronic pain be the answer? FEATURES Whereas once the darknet was the go-to place for buying illicit substances on the internet, now many vendors have taken to "clearweb" platforms like Instagram. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity A conversation on Blackness, what constitutes a trip guide, the meaning of Black History Month, and more. FEATURES This Pacific root has been used as an age-old way to relax. FEATURES Could brain imaging help us understand how psychedelics work? FEATURES On Wednesday (Feb. 3), Cambridge joined the movement to decriminalize entheogenic plants and fungi. FEATURES A new analysis of four MDMA studies found that a history of taking antidepressants can make the treatment less effective. FEATURES Psychedelics aren’t the only substances you can microdose—some people are choosing to microdose the world’s most popular drug. Art + Culture A Q&A with drug journalist Hamilton Morris on the Drug War, psychoactive drugs on the periodic table, and a burgeoning opioid prevalence in West Africa. Art + Culture A new study explores how different musical genres can impact psychedelic therapy. FEATURES Microdosing psychedelics as part of your workout regime isn’t all there is to “microdosing workouts.” You might even consider exercising for microdosable intervals, as well. FEATURES A candid letter from DoubleBlind's Editor-in-Chief People + Opinions Neuroscientist Dr. Carl talks drug addiction, legalization, the opioid crisis, and more in a discussion about his new book "Drug Use for Grown-Ups" FEATURES Gleaning the insights of your last trip is more than talking to an integration therapist, and more than "doing the work"—should we be calling it "work" anyway? FEATURES The measure passed with a landslide vote of 9-0. COLUMNS Growing a batch of magic mushrooms for my own therapeutic and spiritual growth is the latest step in my long journey of mental health healing. FEATURES MDMA is called the “love drug” for good reason, but are there dangers to expressing love while under the influence? COLUMNS Suzannah Weiss was hoping to use ketamine in order to reduce anxiety and symptoms of Lyme disease, including fatigue, irritability, and insomnia—here's how it went. Art + Culture A series of experiments show the effects of acid on dolphins, cats, and other species. FEATURES The story behind Steve Urquhart, founder and "protector" of The Divine Assembly. FEATURES The 54-year-old nightclub fixture pioneered NYC rave culture, but struggled with his own demons—drug addiction and the murder of drug dealer Angel Melendez, among them. FEATURES The facts and fictions about this urban legend. Art + Culture When psychedelic-fueled revelry becomes delirium and abuse. Art + Culture The increasing use of ketamine for mental health should not let us forget that this combination clinical and party drug also has addictive potential. COLUMNS Psychedelics don't inherently make us more just—we must work at it, together. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Brazil's Congress is about to vote on a policy that would legalize mining and other industries in the rainforest, whilst denying indigenous people the right to object. FEATURES The deep therapy of psychedelics and kink. FEATURES There are no treatments available to help people cope with dying. Are psychedelics the answer? FEATURES Researchers are hopeful "the spirit molecule" will also treat OCD and PTSD, among other conditions. FEATURES A conservation report raises concerns about the sustainability of this sacred wood. FEATURES Scientists are grappling with the question of what biological role DMT plays in the human body. FEATURES Drug decriminalization is taking the world by storm—from Vancouver to Vermont, Washington and California, efforts to bring down prohibition are skyrocketing. FEATURES On Wednesday (Nov. 25), Vancouver's City Council unanimously voted to decriminalize all drugs, from LSD to heroin. FEATURES MDA is a cousin of MDMA and the sassafrass tree, but the "sass drug" engenders a different experience in its own right. FEATURES "Real-time support—when time doesn't seem real." FEATURES A growing number of companies and researchers are attempting to make psychedelics that don’t cause hallucinations or visions. But will they work as well? FEATURES Ayahuasca has increased in popularity around the globe—here's what you should know about this entheogenic plant medicine. FEATURES Here's what the success and failures of cannabis industry can teach those in the psychedelic space about a healthy relationship to profit. COLUMNS Donald Trump and the Drug War are on the way out—what does this mean for our culture, for our future? FEATURES After an ayahuasca ceremony, one ED patient smashed her scale, beginning a journey of healing. Now a number of studies are showing proof that psychedelics could be more promising than traditional treatments. FEATURES Under the new policy, licensed facilitators can give psilocybin to adults over 21 in therapeutic contexts. FEATURES Oregonians pass Measure 110 to decriminalize personal possession amounts of all drugs, from LSD and MDMA to meth and heroin. FEATURES Voters approve Initiative 81, the Capitol's own Decriminalize Nature measure. FEATURES Yes, an orgasm is a psychedelic experience. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity How witches from ancient Greece to Gaeilge used plant medicine for sorcery, prophecy, and divine connection. FEATURES Social justice advocates critique the psychedelic community for leaving behind those most impacted by the War on Drugs. FEATURES Aldous Huxley popularized mescaline in "The Doors of Perception," but no conversation today about this entheogen is complete without attention paid to indigenous sovereignty and conservation strategies around the mescaline-containing peyote succulent. Art + Culture How dolphins on LSD shaped the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. FEATURES These "herbal allies" can calm your nerves, induce euphoria, and complement your journey. Art + Culture The earliest blotter papers expressed the astronomical depths of LSD with images of crescent moons, swirling nebulas, and star scapes. FEATURES Welcome to the future FEATURES Everything you should know about HPPD—Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder. FEATURES Salvia Divinorum: legal hallucinogen or banned plant? FEATURES Timothy Leary first introduced the concept of "set and setting" in 1964—now it's ubiquitous throughout the psychedelic world. Read on at DoubleBlind. FEATURES How much you know about this popular combo says a lot about your familiarity with club drugs—and Jennifer Lopez movies. FEATURES Here's why Wall Street is starting to see the value in psychedelics. Art + Culture Animism—seeing the spirit in everything—goes deeper than the psychedelic experience; and this distinction may be crucial for psychedelic healing work. How To Keep your cat away from your shrooms, and other tips and tricks for growing fungi. FEATURES Although GHB is known as the "date rape drug," it is getting big on the party scene. FEATURES Ann Arbor just became the third city in the United States to decriminalize all-naturally entheogens. FEATURES From ayahuasca to iboga, and even synthetic compounds, people are turning to psychedelics to treat pain, in addition to mental health. FEATURES Hypothetically, if you take acid multiple times a week, you could expect to develop an LSD tolerance. Here's why the potency decreases over repeated use. FEATURES Researchers are conducting a study on "candy flipping" — the practice of combining MDMA and LSD. Art + Culture Many people report seeing "machine elves" or "DMT elves," but why do so many people see entities and why do different people have such similar experiences? Art + Culture Old Testament plant mixtures—like the ingredients in ayahuasca—provide a greater wholistic benefit than each component's individual effects. Art + Culture With COVID forcing us online more than ever before—we're in a "spiritual emergency" struggling against the "Satanic trifecta of Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram." Now's a time for "internet hygiene, soul substance, and the correct placement of things." FEATURES This mystical molecule is considered to be a less visual, yet more intense cousin of DMT. FEATURES What do shrooms look like and where do they grow? Here are some tips for where to find shrooms while foraging. Art + Culture But make sure you have the right set and setting first. FEATURES "Trip" helps users dive into their consciousness—whether with psychedelics or mindfulness techniques like meditation. FEATURES Michael "Zappy" Zapolin, who made an ayahuasca documentary with Michelle Rodriguez, is recruiting Lamar Odom to his psychedelic legalization "Mind Army." FEATURES Getting poisoned with frog venom doesn't sound fun, but enthusiasts swear by it. FEATURES Changa is fairly new compared to the centuries-old ayahuasca tradition—but both are ways to consume DMT. FEATURES Some Canadians with life-threatening illnesses can now try magic mushrooms to ease their mind. But it could open the door to much more for the Great White North’s psychedelic scene. FEATURES Regardless of which psychedelic you take, sex on acid, shrooms and other psychedelics all benefit from one critical factor: set and setting. FEATURES While LSD is derived from the ergot fungus, the acid we know and love is synthesized in a lab. FEATURES The seeds of morning glories and some other plants contain LSA, a cousin of LSD. Here's what to know about the effects of the LSA drug, proper dosage and more. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity With cacao ceremonies on the rise, who has the right to access this plant medicine, and what do we owe to the plant's cultural heritage? FEATURES The lowdown on Decriminalize Nature D.C. FEATURES We're facing the most devastating overdose epidemic in American history. But can we overcome the "great disconnect" between science and stigma in order for ibogaine to help with the solution? Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The debate over synthetic and toad-derived 5-MeO-DMT. FEATURES The confluence of campaigns to legalize psilocybin therapy, decriminalize all drugs, and to decriminalize entheogens at the local level has made Oregon home to a complementary reform movement. People + Opinions Cognitive scientist Justin Lane on the evolutionary imperative for having a spiritual practice People + Opinions Roger Steffens and Timothy Leary talk Buddhism, Leary's first trip, and why partisan politics make no sense. FEATURES This novel psychedelic was invented by Sasha Shulgin, the "godfather" of MDMA. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity A mushroom trip was the major tipping point leading Ivy to "meet" her true self, and deciding to come out to the world. Health & Wellness In an interview about her new book "Good Chemistry," psychiatrist Julie Holland dishes on the health benefits of social connection, the promise of psychedelics, and the importance of nourishing the soul. Art + Culture Rabbi Kamenetz is bringing psychedelics back—to the synagogue, that is. Art + Culture Diversion of high-grade ketamine from clinics, coupled with the popularity of the k-spray method, has allowed many ravers to experience the therapeutic potential of this drug in a safer way. FEATURES From coffee and kratom to mandrake and morning glories, these plants will cause psychoactive, and even hallucinogenic effects.
Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The principle of psychedelic intersectionality demands we use these medicines as a jumping off point to further justice within the psychedelic community, and beyond. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity "If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor" — Desmond Tutu Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity A new group of researchers are righting historical wrongs by studying how psychedelics can help gender and sexual minorities. COLUMNS During a pre-pandemic mushroom trip, she had a vision of the corona virus; now she's returning to the medicine. COLUMNS The One Nation Party is running on an "all-win" platform upholding psychedelic ideals, but are their campaign promises feasible? COLUMNS At the Psychedelic Liberty Summit, many voiced concerns over land conservation, the peyote sacrament, and the role of native voices in legislative reform. Health & Wellness Brandon Begley passed away from a water overdose following a kambo and ayahuasca ceremony. Here's how that could have been avoided. FEATURES Call it 4-Acetoxy-DMT, 4-AcO, Psilacetin, O-Acetylpsilocin, or synthetic shrooms, here's everything you should know about this little-known psychedelic research chemical. FEATURES Side effects, preparation, origins, and everything you should know about the native South Pacific root beverage. FEATURES DoubleBlind partnered with Colibri Healing to bring you a custom-crafted sacral balancing oil. FEATURES Some people are using psychedelics for their potential anti-inflammatory properties, while others are aiming to mitigate the physical and emotional symptoms once or if they contract the virus. FEATURES Your guide to the differences between decriminalization vs. legalization when it comes to drugs.
FEATURES Janssen Pharmaceuticals has patented a filtered version of ketamine called Spravato. Here's the breakdown of all the types of ketamine that exist today, including the generic version that has been around since the Sixties. Art + Culture We asked filmmaker Donick Cary what it was like working on "Have a Good Trip" for over the past decade. COLUMNS The COVID-19 pandemic can feel like a psychedelic trip. Here's how poetry can help us process it. Art + Culture We're all grieving something that doesn't exist any longer: in-person community. But here's how we're moving forward. FEATURES But does it work? FEATURES Washington D.C. Council approved a bill to let Decriminalize Nature DC gather signatures remotely, while Decriminalize California petitions for an extension. Art + Culture Psychoactive plants in the Bible may seem few and far between, but the Holy text is ripe with botanical medicines, ceremonial incense, and purifying extracts. FEATURES 'Entheogen' is rebranding psychedelics, evoking the language of divine medicine. FEATURES This is among the first decriminalization bills in the country to be introduced by a legislator, rather than an activist group. FEATURES Kava is known for its mellow, relaxing effect. Now DoubleBlind has partnered with Potent Kava so you can try it at home. FEATURES Dr. Bronner's Soaps is on a mission to overturn psychedelic prohibition—starting with Oregon FEATURES Take home ketamine and online therapy are helping people cope with the COVID-19 crisis. Equity and Access Social distancing measures have halted Decriminalize California’s desire to make mushrooms legal in California. COLUMNS The mind is greater than the sum of its neurological parts. Art + Culture A brief history on Albert Hofmann's botched experiment with LSD that sparked a cultural phenomenon. COLUMNS Threesomes may seem like a threat to monogamous partnership—if you haven't used psychedelics to uncover the open nature of love and the self. FEATURES Everything you should know about the best MDMA test kit and LSD test kit on the market. COLUMNS The Covid-19 lockdown has given us time to explore our inner-worlds, and psychedelics are the perfect tool. FEATURES Does pharmaceuticalizing the DMT experience make it more accessible, or detract from the therapeutic value of ego death and mysticism? FEATURES You might reach euphoria through sex on MDMA, just remember to integrate the tools you learn in paradise. COLUMNS Psychedelics can speed up the process of falling in love—but does that love remain in tact after the trip is over? Health & Wellness Turns out, you don't need psychedelics to have a psychedelic experience. FEATURES The key to "good trips only" may lie in aeruginascin, the CBD of psilocybin mushrooms. COLUMNS As we self-quarantine for Coronavirus, we're going to have a lot of time to contemplate our world today and our roles in it. COLUMNS Parents with young children face unique stigma and consequences for coming out about their psychedelic use — but they still seek psychedelic community with other parents. FEATURES Mainstreaming ketamine as a pain management tool could help mainstream psychedelic medicine more broadly. FEATURES Psychedelics can help you recognize the infinite nature of love, but will they provide the tools to carry ethical non-monogamy? COLUMNS Navigating health insurance to find a therapist is hard enough. It's even harder when you're a black woman, seeking a black female therapist. Art + Culture Buddhists have a reputation for living drug and alcohol-free, but author Mike Crowley has found a visionary elixir called "amrita" to play no small role in early Buddhist practice. FEATURES When we move beyond denial, we might just transform. FEATURES As one of the world's oldest inhabited regions, Africa is home to a variety of plant medicines, so why don't we know more about this kingdom of ceremony? Art + Culture NYC can be exhilarating, overwhelming, and downright magical. Here's your guide to tripping in what's arguably America's most psychedelic city. COLUMNS Ego death can be among the most transcendent or terrifying events of a person's life. But what exactly is happening in the brain during this kind of psychedelic experience? COLUMNS Is microdosing worth all the hype? Some psychonauts say no, arguing in favor of less frequent (macro)doses. FEATURES German philosopher Thomas K. Metzinger's theory of "consciousness culture" asks us to evaluate whether we're living our best lives in the most ethical way. FEATURES Dozens of localities around the country are following Oakland's example, forming their own Decriminalize Nature chapters to end prohibition around entheogenic plants and fungi. FEATURES In the wake of the cannabis green rush, investors are eyeing psychedelics, while Canadian pharma company Mindmed aims to go public this March. Art + Culture Curl up and get lost. We found trippy reads for every occassion. FEATURES According to a new study, the "ancestor vine" may help the bereaved cope with their loss. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity "Psychedelics allowed the veil to be lifted off my mind, the strings to be cut, and for me to be free" — NOVAGAWD DeGrate FEATURES Several cannabis vape pens have been linked to a new, life-threatening lung disease, but are DMT pens any better? COLUMNS The women-only gathering in the Chiapas highlands lures women from around the world to fight the patriarchy, and rail against femicide. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Ten percent of Americans have tried a psychedelic—but are mainstream mental health professionals prepared to help them after their trip? COLUMNS Psychedelics are promising tools to help survivors reprocess their experience and heal from PTSD. FEATURES Santa Cruz is now the second jurisdiction in California to pass a Decriminalize Nature Initiative, and the third in the country to decriminalize mushrooms. COLUMNS One man tackles an age-old question—and comes upon insights, beneficial to us all. FEATURES Despite the cannabis movement's gains in jurisdictions around the country, MDMA is further along in the process to become a prescription medication. COLUMNS Permaculture helps us recognize systemic patterns and relationships—here's how that applies to the psychedelic movement. FEATURES Canadian company Microdelics offers ready-made kits containing the acid analog, 1P-LSD. People + Opinions Silva's new podcast Flow Sessions takes listeners on a deep dive inside his mind. FEATURES Psychedelics help couples work through issues of intimacy and communication FEATURES With the decriminalization of psilocybin, it's hard not to wonder whether magic mushrooms will follow the path of cannabis. Art + Culture Chinese Artist Lin Tianmiao draws attention to the oppression of women’s bodies with contorted figures and elaborate costuming COLUMNS Ram Dass was ready to die. Here's how we can honor his legacy. FEATURES For the first time since MDMA was made illegal, patients may have "expanded access" outside a clinical setting. Health & Wellness If you want to know how to trip sit, learning how to "hold space" can determine the difference between a transformative trip and a challenging one. COLUMNS A paradigm shift needs to happen as psychedelics go legal. PEACH—Psychedelic Education and Community Healing—is the path forward. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Badass women making waves in the psychedelic movement, from research to drug policy reform Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The journey to authenticity means reconciling the various parts of who we are COLUMNS A modern spin on an old argument. FEATURES For research in the United States, volunteers typically receive synthetic psilocybin. Does that matter? Art + Culture Sex on psychedelics can be mind-blowing, but integrating the combination into the play scene can be risky. FEATURES They started in Denver—and they're taking the movement nationwide Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity The mental health field has historically neglected the LGBTQI+ community. Psychedelic research has been no exception—until now. FEATURES Ketamine could pave the way for legal psychedelics—if careless clinics don’t get in the way COLUMNS It's time to move beyond the personal healing narrative People + Opinions Before we claim that spiritual experiences heal, we must agree on what a spiritual experience is. FEATURES About sixty percent of Americans say they’re worried about climate change—so why aren’t they doing anything about it? FEATURES In 2020, Oregon could become the first state with legal psilocybin clinics. FEATURES 18-MC allegedly puts an end to unhealthy cravings while sparing patients a brutal trip Art + Culture Contemporary Artist Naziha Mestaoui uses technology to make the invisible visible Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity More than 80 percent of participants in psychedelic trials going back to 1993 have been white. Monnica Williams is working to change that. People + Opinions The radio host answers the questions she's spent her career asking others Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Ayahuasca may be incredibly healing—but most people can't afford it. Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity Author Bett Williams' winding road to finding mushrooms—and herself. People + Opinions "We need to quickly understand that this is a sacred world. That is the message of psychedelics." Art + Culture Photojournalist Nicola Ókin captures the deep resilience of indigenous communities facing extractive forces in the Ecuadorian Amazon. FEATURES The cannabis industry has drifted from its grassroots values. Will the psychedelic field be more equitable? FEATURES The lowdown on microdosing LSD, psilocybin, and DMT to ease anxiety. FEATURES Our reverence for science has led to a culture of “new findings” and sensationalistic headlines Health & Wellness Well, that was crazy. Now what? Equity + Indigenous Reciprocity How the loneliness and grief of the COVID crisis add layers to the undertaking of 'self-care' Load More
FEATURES Well, it depends on a lot of things—from your body to how you take them. How To Want to know how to take shrooms? Michelle Janikian has everything you need to know. How to Take Shrooms Preparing for your first mushroom trip? We've got you.