Hemp: The Fall & Rise of a Forbidden Fiber

Fiber Nation by Interweave

Dec 17, 202030:39Games & Hobbies

From its roots in Asia to its importance in the colonial US, from WW2 to the war on drugs, hemp has a curious and complicated history. Plus, we talk a lot about smoking pot. Show Notes: Learn more about your ad choices....

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