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Ep. 122: Tripping the Dog Fantastic: LSD, Anxiety, and New Frontiers

Air Tight

Release Date: 10/09/2024

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     In Episode 122 of Air Tight, we break through the noise and dig into the stories that push the #boundaries of conventional thinking.

     Today a revolutionary study that’s challenging the way we treat anxiety in our beloved #pets.  Researchers in #Spain have discovered that low-dose #LSD might be the key to calming anxious dogs, offering a groundbreaking solution for severe separation #anxiety without any adverse effects.  Imagine—our furry companions could soon find relief through #psychedelics, a space previously dominated by traditional pharmaceuticals.  But, of course, the debate rages on: Is this the future of veterinary care, or are we treading into uncharted waters too soon?

     On the other side of the #spectrum, we tackle the latest news from #California, where the governor has just signed a controversial law banning the sale of# CBD products containing #THC.  The move is seen as a blow to the full-spectrum cannabis movement, with many fearing it could restrict access to the very products that help people find balance in their lives.  Is this just another example of bureaucrats trying to control our access to natural remedies, or is it a necessary step toward consumer #safety?  We’ll explore both sides of the debate and what this could mean for the future of cannabis products in the Golden State.

     But it wouldn’t be Air Tight without the music.  This episode features an eclectic mix from legends like The Sonics, Beck, Kurtis Blow, and Run the Jewels.  Whether you’re vibing to the raw energy of garage rock or the thought-provoking bars of modern #hip-hop, we’ve got your back.  Music is rebellion, and this episode proves that when the world tries to lock down your options, the beats keep flowing—unfiltered and unstoppable.

     Finally, we want to announce the re-stream of select sets from the 805 Roots Jam every Sunday throughout October.  At 11 AM and 6 PM, you can relive the sonic journeys of the festival, right here on Green Coast Radio.  It’s not just a re-stream; it’s a revolt against those who want to confine what we can hear, experience, and believe.  Together, we’ll break down barriers with music and ideas that refuse to be silenced.

 

Playlist

GreenTea Peng - Look to Him

 Beck - Que Onda Guero

Canned Heat - Poor Moon

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Sinister Purpose

The Sonics - Shot Down

Charles Burkowski - The secret of my Endurance 

David Bowie - Golden Years

ESG - My Love For you

Fenton Robinson - The Gateway

The First Aid Kit - My Silver LIning

Kurtis Blow - The Breaks

King Geedora - Anti-Matter

Marcia Griffiths - Don’t Let Me Down

Lady Wray - Guilty

The Waitresses - I Know What Boys Want

Wu-Tang Clan - Protect Neck

Run the Jewels - Ooh La La

Rodriguez - Only Good for a Conversation

Thee Sacred Souls - It’s our love

The Police - Can’t stand losing you 

Nine Inch Nails - Last