Akash PasrichainWest DoseA Conversation with David Bronner, the CEO of a Soap Company Funding Psychedelics’ Drug ReformDavid Bronner’s company collected $190 million in sales in 2020. But he rarely talks about that. Bronner, the CEO (Cosmic Engagement…9 min read·Apr 1, 2021----
Akash PasrichainWest DoseOregon Governor Appoints Board to Advise on Psilocybin Services Roll OutOregon Gov. Kate Brown announced members who will serve on the state’s Psilocybin Advisory Board on Tuesday. The board is a diverse group…3 min read·Mar 17, 2021----
Akash PasrichainWest DoseWill Oregon’s Psilocybin Program Solve the Racial Inequities that Cannabis Did Not?Her doctor recommended she try a course of antidepressants. Instead, Ifetayo Harvey opted for a morning on magic mushrooms.10 min read·Mar 7, 2021----
Akash PasrichainWest DoseWho Gets to Give? The Debate Around Credentialing Psilocybin Clinicians.While the scientific community questions who is fit to receive psilocybin services, there is just as much uncertainty around who is fit to…6 min read·Jan 29, 2021----
Akash PasrichainWest DoseA Primer on Psychedelic Drugs, Around America and in OregonWhen it comes to drug deregulation, Oregon has a habit of going first.6 min read·Jan 15, 2021----
Akash PasrichainWest DoseAbout the AuthorAkash Pasricha is an M.S. Candidate at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. He is focused on business journalism, pursuing…1 min read·Jan 13, 2021----