The History of LSD: A Story of Self-Experimentation
Culture, ResearchDespite the LSD experience lasting only two hours, Hofmann was amazed at the power of his creation. And like any good scientist, he knew exactly what he had to do: self-experiment.
Psychedelic Medicine Has Institutional Buy-In & 4 More Catalyst Summit Takeaways
Culture, PolicyAfter leaving the Catalyst Summit, I am more confident than ever in the governmental and regulatory pathways for legal psychedelic medicine.
5 Psychedelic Books Our Staff Loves
CultureMembers of the Psychedelic Spotlight team share their favorite psychedelic books that explore our favorite subject.
My First Frightening Trip…Into Feature Filmmaking
CultureThe producer and director of our flagship video series "Spotlight in Focus" writes about the parallels between horror and psychedelics.
CATALYST Summit: 3 Psychedelic Speakers to Catch This Weekend
Culture, EditorialEven if you can't be there in person, it's not too late to get a discounted pass to tune in online.
COVID-19 on Mushrooms: A Psilocybin Trip Report
CultureI finally caught the bug, and after a mild bout with the Coronavirus, I ate 3.7 grams of mushrooms during my final weekend of quarantine.
A Brief History of MDMA: From the CIA to Raves to Psychedelic Therapy
Culture, ResearchThe history of MDMA is fascinating, and it is still being written.
3 Profound Psychedelic Documentaries Streaming Free on YouTube
CultureWatch late psychedelic icons María Sabina and Terence McKenna in action, and catch a glimpse inside psilocybin therapy sessions.
Experiencing Danny Elfman on Acid: A Coachella Story
CultureFamed film composer returns to rock roots for a masterful, mind-melting Coachella set, and I was fortunate to catch it while tripping on LSD.
5 Examples of Ancient Psychedelic Cave Art
CultureAncient civilizations have been using psychedelic substances, like psilocybin, for millenniums, and the proof is in their cave art.