Special Ep: Mycology (MUSHROOMS) Tom Volk Memorial Encore
Ologies with Alie Ward
The History of Hallucinogenic Mushrooms in Pop Culture and Reindeer Myths
Hallucinogenic mushrooms, notably the red and white Aminita Muscaria, have been ingrained in pop culture as the iconic mushroom often portrayed with elves dancing around them. The Sami indigenous people of northern Scandinavian regions have a myth where reindeer consume these mushrooms to hallucinate and offer mystical advice. This tale has been passed down for ages, highlighting the long-standing recognition of mushrooms' hallucinogenic properties among humans dating back millennia.
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