Episode 68 • • 1:05:21 - 1:06:50
68: Crackpot & The Buzz-Kill
Khat and Crystal Meth, Global Stimulants
The discussion compares various global stimulants, including Khat (used in parts of Africa) and the rise of crystal meth in the United States. Crystal meth is described as a cheap, destructive alternative to other drugs, with distinct physical markers such as extreme weight loss. The mechanism of how certain substances become popular in specific regions is explored.