psychedelics and escapism

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D.A.R.E kids (lol) Jordan, Emily, and Sarah talk about their view on psychedelics based on Michael Pollen's How To Change Your Mind. Listen along as we reconstruct our view of hallucinogens.

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psychedelics and escapism

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D.A.R.E kids (lol) Jordan, Emily, and Sarah talk about their view on psychedelics based on Michael Pollen's How To Change Your Mind. Listen along as we reconstruct our view of hallucinogens.

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