Danielle Simone Brand
- Danielle Simone Brand is a journalist covering the cannabis and parenting spaces, and the author of Weed Mom: The Canna-Curious Woman’s Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out (Ulysses Press, 2020). A few years ago, she wouldn't have self-described as a "weed mom" but she's found her sparkle in writing about cannabis and psychedelics to inform, uplift, and occasionally challenge her readers while helping push the conversation toward a more progressive place. She holds a BA in Women’s Studies from Dartmouth College and an MA in International Peace and Conflict Resolution from American University and has in the past worked as a yoga teacher and trainer, a staff writer, and a researcher on issues of international conflict resolution. Danielle has words in Vice, The Week, High Times, Civilized, Reader’s Digest UK, Greatist, and Scary Mommy, among others. She lives with her family and a very barky terrier in the Pacific Northwest. Find more about Danielle’s work on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Latest Articles
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Breaking: Washington D.C. Decriminalizes Psychedelic Plants and Fungi
Voters approve Initiative 81, the Capitol's own Decriminalize Nature measure.
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GHB Drug: What It’s Like to Trip on GHB
Although GHB is known as the "date rape drug," it is getting big on the party scene.
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Will MDMA Help You Have a Better Acid Trip?
Researchers are conducting a study on "candy flipping" — the practice of combining MDMA and LSD.
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LSA Drug: The Trippy Story Behind the Compound in Morning Glory Plants
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.
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What You Should Know about Washington D.C.’s Campaign to Decriminalize Naturally Occurring Psychedelics
The lowdown on Decriminalize Nature D.C.
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Why a Drug Testing Kit for MDMA or LSD Could Save Lives
Everything you should know about the best MDMA test kit and LSD test kit on the market.
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This Startup is Developing a DMT-Based Addiction Treatment
Does pharmaceuticalizing the DMT experience make it more accessible, or detract from the therapeutic value of ego death and mysticism?
Art + Culture
Did Ancient Buddhists Use Psychedelics?
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.
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Can Ayahuasca Heal Grief?
According to a new study, the "ancestor vine" may help the bereaved cope with their loss.
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You Can Now Buy a Microdosing Kit Online
Canadian company Microdelics offers ready-made kits containing the acid analog, 1P-LSD.
Mycology
The Complete Grower’s Guide to Albino A+ Mushrooms
We'll let you in on a little secret: They're not really albino.
Mycology
Hillbilly Mushrooms—The Best Microdose?
This magic mushie took home awards at the Hyphae Cup. So, what makes it so special?
Mycology
Tidal Wave Mushrooms Are Among the Most Potent Ever Tested
But are they always a total knockout?
Mycology
Pink Buffalo Mushrooms Are “Smooth and Kind,” Say Enthusiasts
But do they live up to their reputation?
LSD
1P-LSD: Is This Research Chemical Really a Legal Trip?
This novel psychedelic is viewed as an alternative to regular acid—but it's complicated.
KETAMINE
Here’s How to Find the Best Ketamine Therapy Clinics and Psychedelic Retreats
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.
Microdosing
This Legal Microdose Holds Promise for Depression, Anxiety, and More
Indigenous communities have been taking kanna for healing and ceremonially for centuries, at all doses
FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS
Nootropic Mushrooms: The Fungi That Build Better Brains
Compounds in these medicinal fungi may be natural "smart drugs."
How To
How to Become a Psychedelic Therapist
Experts weigh in on what it takes and what to look for in a training program.
Health & Wellness
Medicinal Mushroom Supplement Benefits: North Spore Spotlight
How often do you engage with mushrooms? For North Spore, supplements are a way to receive their gifts in daily life.
How To
How to Come Out to Your Kids About Psychedelics
Simple tips for navigating tricky conversations in an era of prohibition.
Microdosing
How to Start Microdosing Psychedelics
We asked the experts for tips on how to start microdosing—and what you really should know before you begin.
Microdosing
Microdosing Protocols: Microdosing Every Day vs. Every Other Day
Are there any risks to microdosing every day? We asked the experts all about microdosing protocols.
How to Take Shrooms
Doing Shrooms Alone: The Art of Tripping Solo
Doing shrooms alone can be an incredibly powerful experience—but navigating hyperspace isn't always easy.
How to Take Shrooms
How Much Shrooms Should a Beginner Take?
Preparing for your first mushroom trip? We've got you.
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Psychedelics and Breastfeeding: What We Know—and Don’t Know—About a Taboo Subject
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: Can Microdosing Really Change Your Brain?
The Stamets Stack is a dosing protocol designed to enhance cognitive ability—but what do we really know about it?
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LSD Test Kit: Why Drug Checking is Essential for LSD
How to use an LSD test kit to protect yourself from adulterated drugs.
