History & Pioneers
Discover the rich history of magic mushrooms, from ancient cave paintings to the modern psychedelic renaissance. Meet the pioneers — like María Sabina, R. Gordon Wasson, and Albert Hofmann — who changed the world. Explore the key moments that shaped our understanding of psilocybin.
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Carlos Castaneda: Mystic, Anthropologist, and the Most Controversial Figure in Psychedelic History
Décembre 20, 2022Carlos Castaneda: Mystic, Anthropologist, and the Most Controversial Figure in Psychedelic History (2026 Update)
Psychedelic Profiles | 8 min read
Few names provoke as much debate in psychedelic culture as Carlos Castaneda. His books introduced millions of readers to shamanism and plant medicines — yet most academics consider his fieldwork to have been largely invented. So who was he, really? And why does his influence still matter in 2026?
Some people change the world without ever meaning to. María Sabina was one of them. A Mazatec healer, poet, and spiritual guide from the mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico, she spent her life working quietly with sacred mushrooms. Then one night in 1955, a visiting American banker sat in on her ceremony. That single evening set off a chain of events that reached every corner of the world. This is her story.
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