We Changed Our Minds Podcast
We Changed Our Minds Podcast
We Changed Our Minds Episode 4 w/ special guest Carolyn ‘Mountain Girl’ Garcia
We Changed Our Minds Episode 4 w/ special guest Carolyn ‘Mountain Girl’ Garcia
We Changed Our Minds Episode 4 w/ special guest Carolyn ‘Mountain Girl’ Garcia
Tuesday 3rd May 2022
Carolyn 'Mountain Girl' Garcia shares her life story and insights into the psychedelic counterculture on 'We Changed Our Minds'.
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Get the buttons here!Mountain Girl's Journey: Psychedelic Tales and Countercultural Reflections
We didn't take responsibility and we got on the bus and went to the next town. They were the final arbiters of where the band went and when they played and who they played for, and all of those things, and they were completely immersed in being musicians.
Ever wondered what it's like to live at the heart of the psychedelic counterculture? In this episode of 'We Changed Our Minds', hosts Dr. Laura and Matthew sit down with Carolyn 'Mountain Girl' Garcia, a true icon of the 1960s psychedelic movement. Known for her deep ties with the Merry Pranksters and as the Matriarch of the Grateful Dead, Mountain Girl shares her extraordinary life story, offering a window into the vibrant and tumultuous world of North American psychedelia.
Mountain Girl, or MG as she's affectionately known, takes us back to her early days with Neal Cassidy and Ken Kesey in Palo Alto, CA. At just 19, she was already at the epicenter of a cultural revolution. She talks about her journey from those formative years to raising her daughters amidst the whirlwind of the Grateful Dead's tours. Her reflections on the arc of psychedelic medicines—from their promising beginnings to their vilification and recent resurgence—are both poignant and enlightening.
But this episode isn't just a trip down memory lane. MG passionately discusses the ongoing legal and social challenges faced by those involved in the psychedelic community. Her call for freedom and amnesty for many affected by outdated drug laws is a powerful reminder of the work still needed in this area. Listeners will be captivated by MG's unique perspective on the intersection of psychedelics, mental health, and societal change.
Her heartfelt plea to 'do something good with it' resonates deeply, encouraging us all to consider how we can contribute to positive change. Tune in for an engaging conversation that blends personal anecdotes with broader insights into the psychedelic experience. Whether you're a long-time fan of the Grateful Dead or new to the world of psychedelics, this episode offers something truly special.