Hamilton’s Pharmacopeia

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Vice TV

Docuseries

2016

TVMA

Documentary

Hamilton Morris explores the history, chemistry, and societal impacts of some of the world’s most unique drugs.

Where to Stream

2011– Docuseries 3 Seasons20 Episodes

Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Thursday, February 13

Kratom: The Forbidden Leaf

Season 2 • Episode 3

The pharmacology and traditional uses of Kratom, a Thai tree with opioid-containing leaves.

Thursday, February 13

Peyote: The Divine Messenger

Season 2 • Episode 2

Hamilton traces the history of peyote with the help of a Native American peyotist.

Thursday, February 13

The Cactus Apprentice

Season 2 • Episode 8

Hamilton learns how to use the night-blooming San Pedro cactus as a medicine.

Thursday, February 13

Ketamine: Realms and Realities

Season 2 • Episode 5

Industrial Ketamine synthesis; attempting to understand role of dissociative anesthetics in society.

Thursday, February 13

A Clandestine Chemist's Tale

Season 2 • Episode 6

Hamilton meets a hero of the psychedelic underground and hears a tragic tale of MDMA synthesis.

Thursday, February 13

A Fungal Fairy Tale

Season 2 • Episode 7

Hamilton ascends the Carpathian Mountains to learn how Europeans use Amanita muscaria.