What do Queen Victoria, Shakespeare, and the CIA have in common? More than you think—especially when it comes to mind-altering substances.
On this eye-opening edition of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac sits down with historian, viral TikToker, and author Sam Kelly to dive into his debut book, Human History on Drugs: An Utterly Scandalous but Entirely Truthful Look at History Under the Influence.
From Alexander the Great’s battlefield wine habits to Steve Jobs’ spiritual LSD journeys, Kelly reveals the drug-fueled secrets behind some of the world’s most influential figures. With wit, sharp research, and a talent for uncovering the stories history class skipped, Sam proves that understanding our past sometimes means seeing it... under the influence.
Get ready for one unforgettable ride through history’s most unexpected highs.
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