The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’
The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’  
Podcast: The Audio Long Read
Rating: Explicit Published On: Fri May 30 2025
Description: The narrative of ancient tribes around the world regularly using ayahuasca and magic mushrooms in healing practices is a popular one. Is it true? By Manvir Singh. Read by Sebastián Capitán Viveros. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod