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War and Drugs: The History of a Toxic Relationship


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On this episode, the shocking history of one of history’s most toxic relationships. Sarah talks with Peter Andreas about his book ‘Killer High: A History of War in Six Drugs.’ In it, he explores the role drugs have played in human warfare - not just as vices, but as commodities, and even as weapons. After hearing this conversation you'll see drugs, war, and the relationship between the two in a new light. (Originally aired February 2020.)

You can learn more about and purchase 'Killer High' here.

You can see the Watson Institute’s panel discussion about the book here.

You can learn more about Watson’s other podcasts here.

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