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Former Texas governor and US Energy Secretary Rick Perry is not someone you’d think would be advocating for controversial psychedelic therapies to treat mental illness and PTSD. Yet he is one of a growing number of prominent Republican voices stepping forward to push for more research. In part two of our series, we trace why the politics of psychedelics have shifted over the decades, and whether HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will hurt or help the cause.

Guest: Jane C. Hu, science journalist and writer, The Microdose newsletter 

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The newest member of the Philadelphia Phillies is training to save a veteran's life. This century’s old tradition helps protect one of the world’s most beautiful birds. A documentarian broke a Guinness World Record and captured moments of happiness worldwide. Indigenous youth kayak 310 miles to honor the restoration of a beloved river.  Plus, meet the real-life superhero who has helped thousands of people in need of a pick-me-up.

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A US government review contradicts claims of widespread Hamas aid thefts in Gaza. President Donald Trump is once again denying he was briefed about his inclusion in the Jeffrey Epstein files. The sentencing of a mother with doomsday religious beliefs marks an end to her winding legal saga. Two top NOAA officials who led an investigation into a political scandal have been put on leave. Plus, we’ll explain why more than 100 NFL players and about two dozen team employees are in the hot seat. 

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President Donald Trump didn’t rule out pardoning Jeffrey Epstein’s associate. Deportation flights from the makeshift immigration detention center in South Florida have begun. State and local vaccination programs are experiencing a funding shortfall. We’ll tell you about the latest deadly shooting on a US college campus. And, authorities are investigating a tragic incident at an amusement park. 

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Israel says it will allow countries to airdrop aid into Gaza, as starvation and malnutrition continues to claim lives in the region. We tell you why the Fed chair won’t resign, despite unprecedented critique from President Donald Trump. Removing homeless people from public spaces is now easier because of a newly signed executive order. Iran is meeting with Western leaders for the first time since it was bombed last month. Plus, new research shows how extreme heat expedites aging.

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UN workers are describing harrowing scenes from the hunger crisis in Gaza, as both Israel and US negotiators walk away from ceasefire talks. There's flash flooding in the Kansas City area. Meanwhile, FEMA is looking to cut $1 billion in grant money. President Donald Trump is off to Scotland, as the Epstein saga continues. Plus, a prominent businessman’s social media posts are sparking outrage.

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France will recognize a Palestinian state in September, as the US removes its team from ceasefire talks in Doha. A top Justice Department official is set to meet Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell again today. Thousands of people have been displaced as clashes between Thailand and Cambodia continue. Plus, we'll tell you what the White House has to say about the "South Park" episode featuring President Donald Trump. 

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We start with details on the Justice Department’s meeting with Jeffrey Epstein’s associate. President Donald Trump and the Federal Reserve chairman clashed today at the central bank's renovation site. A major western power plans to recognize a Palestinian state. Authorities reveal Anne Burrell’s cause of death. Plus, we’ll tell you why families are on an early back-to-school shopping spree. 

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The UN describes the desperate humanitarian crisis in Gaza as mass starvation spreads. Wrestling fans are mourning the loss of Hulk Hogan. We’ll explain why UnitedHealth is under federal investigation. Authorities have released new documents on the Idaho college student killings. Plus, a long-awaited option will soon be available for Uber’s female riders.

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A top Justice Department official is set to meet former Jeffrey Epstein associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, today. Starvation is climbing in Gaza, as potential ceasefire talks are held in Italy. President Donald Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship has hit another snag. Military attacks between Thailand and Cambodia continue. Plus, experts want to get rid of an FDA safety mandate for some menopause therapies.  

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