#5: Nicotine Dreams: The Culture & Science of Tobacco

Shamanic vs. modern uses of tobacco. 🌱 Nicotine pharmacology. 🚬 Psychoactive nightshades (datura, mandrake, & the boracherro tree). πŸŒ€πŸ’€

By Tripsitter Last Updated: October 13, 2023
Last Updated: October 13, 2023
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JustinRo, and James sit down to talk about one of the most misunderstood plants of our era β€” tobacco.

We explore its history, examine the differences between traditional and modern uses, and question its controversial reputation. 

We also unpack the science of nicotine and touch on related plants like daturamandrake, and boracherro

Is tobacco inherently bad, or is it just a victim of commercial exploitation?

Join us for this candid conversation and follow us on SubstackTwitterBluesky, or Instagram.

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