
 Ted Hesser Podcast
 Ted Hesser Podcast Wade Davis: Ethnobotany, Psychedelic History, & Vanishing Cultures.
 Sep 19, 2023 
 Ted Hesser interviews Wade Davis, luminary in the world of ethnobotany, exploration, and cultural preservation. They discuss psychedelics, vanishing cultures, and the interconnectedness of humanity and nature. Wade shares stories of his exploration in the Amazon, ancient civilizations, and protection of wilderness areas. They also delve into the complexities of being native, water scarcity, and forging your own path as a freelancer. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Journey into Ethnobotany 
 02:09 • 23min 
 The History and Cultural Significance of the Coca Leaf 
 24:59 • 5min 
 Preserving Indigenous Cultures and Challenging Racist Narratives 
 29:37 • 25min 
 Civilizations in the Amazon and the Discovery of Mirador 
 54:44 • 11min 
 Protecting a Remote Wilderness and Addressing Shell 
 01:05:38 • 3min 
 Cultural Survival and Resource Extraction 
 01:08:30 • 14min 
 Water Scarcity and Agriculture 
 01:22:42 • 16min 
 Forging Your Own Path as a Freelancer 
 01:38:42 • 14min 

