Episode 88: Karma Koala Podcast 295: Jim Tate Psychedelics Writer Thinker & Podcaster: The New Psychedelic Monetization, The Psychedelic Aristocracy, Shamans & Retreats Everywhere You Look.. All Is Not Well In The Psychedelic Garden of Eden

In this episode we were nominally talking about the rise of the influencer shaman, retreats and money money money but as always it’s psychedelics so off we head on various tangents.

But those tangents are leading to the same conclusion time again in my conversations with many of  those have played a part in the USA’s 20th & 21st century  psychedelic history and they are all saying the same thing. Put these compounds in boxes and try to make money out of them is not a wise path for humanity

I cam acroos Jim via this article in Lucid News

An Open Letter to Psychedelic Journalists

BY JIM TATE

JANUARY 7, 2026

Ilike writing about aspects of the psychedelic ecosystem, as well as interviewing people who I find interesting. I don’t consider myself a journalist in the classic sense simply because I am not objective. I have too many opinions and frequently sprinkle them throughout my work.

I’ve become aware of a troubling trend in the rise of a new breed of content creators: psychedelic journalists who are not only reporting on psychedelic issues but are also rapidly becoming high-profile influencers.

Historically, journalism has served as a critical, objective lens through which the public understands complex issues. In the realm of psychedelics, the past decade has seen an explosion of reporting on clinical trials, personal narratives, retreat centers, and policy reform. The digital age has blurred the boundaries between journalism and social media influence. Some journalists are now building personal brands, amassing large followings, and being tempted to monetize their platforms and receive other benefits without transparency. This shift is particularly pronounced in the psychedelic sphere, where the line between reporting, advocacy, and self-promotion is increasingly indistinct.

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