Zach has found himself in a front row seat for the rise of psychedelics in our culture, having been mentored from some of the most iconic figures in the movement. This talk will cover the history of psychedelics in the West and the rise of the current psychedelic renaissance. The growth of psychedelics in the treatment of mental health and in popular culture has made way for many breakthroughs while also laying the groundwork for a cautionary tale of systemic failure, elitism and the erasure of mysticism. Zach’s talk will lay out a possible blueprint for a future that makes room for everyone to have a seat at the table in a constructive, thoughtful and effective way.