R. Gordon Wasson: A Pioneer in the Psychedelic Revolution

Robert Gordon Wasson, born on September 22, 1898, in Montana, was a catalyzing figure in the psychedelic revolution. An ethnomycologist, author, and Vice President for Public Relations at J.P. Morgan and Co, Wasson played a crucial role in bringing psychedelic fungi to the forefront of public consciousness.

Who Was R. Gordon Wasson?

R. Gordon Wasson's contributions to the fields of botany, ethnobotany, and anthropology were groundbreaking. His research was even funded by the CIA in the late 50s, highlighting the significance of his work. Wasson's exploration of psychedelic fungi and his advocacy against the stigmatization of natural psychedelics cemented his status as an immortal figure in the psychedelic community.