Last time on Her Magic Mushroom Memoir, Lidiya opened the door to her most formative experiences: losing her mother, surviving trauma, and finding refuge in the unlikeliest of places. With Exa's help—and Gordon's quiet generosity—Lidiya began again. Two schools, two caretakers, and one fragile but growing sense of self. It wasn't just a rescue—it was the moment she began to believe she might become someone.
In this next chapter, Lidiya's story shifts again—from personal awakenings to public decisions. She's been welcomed into Gordon's world, but it comes with its own expectations—and consequences. As Chris listens, he starts to wonder just how deep this story goes. Who was Gordon really? What kind of empire was being quietly built beneath the surface of mushroom research? And can a story like Lidiya's ever be told without shaking something loose? This episode is about revelations, reckonings… and the unexpected costs of belonging.
Copyright 2025 John H. Wasson
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