Plants of the Gods: S2E4. Magic Mushrooms and the Roots (actually, the Mycelia) of the Psychedelic Renaissance
Plants of the Gods: Hallucinogens, Healing, Culture and Conservation podcast
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Exploring the History of a Westerner in a Mushroom Ceremony
In 1955, a Westerner named Wausen became the first known Westerner to partake in a mushroom ceremony in Oaxaca. Notably, during his first ceremony, he was not invited to consume the sacred mushrooms but instead observed the shaman performing. Surprisingly, the shaman made an incorrect prediction during the ceremony, leaving Wausen astonished. This historical event is documented in a book called 'Schroom' by Andy Letcher.
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