Ayahuasca helps Angelenos heal trauma — not without risk

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An Ayahuasca drink sits on a wooden table. Ayahuasca is a psychedelic drug associated with indigenous Amazonian spiritual practices, and it’s becoming more popular in Southern California.

An Ayahuasca drink sits on a wooden table. Ayahuasca is a psychedelic drug associated with indigenous Amazonian spiritual practices, and it’s becoming more popular in Southern California. Photo by Shutterstock.

Psychedelics are catching on in a big way. A hidden ayahuasca retreat builds connections and exposes dangerous vulnerabilities. 

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Credits

Host:

Steve Chiotakis

Producers:

Christian Bordal, Zoie Matthew