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Taxes for the Rich and Psychedelics for the Masses — SF707
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- Stay Free with Russell Brand
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- Apr 22, 2026
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- 3654
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Summary
A push to "tax the rich" in New York blurs the line between policy and performance, as big public promises, long timelines and simplified messaging—aimed even at children—raise questions about whether this is governance or branding. At the same time, a major shift in U.S. drug policy sees psychedelics move toward the mainstream as a response to the opioid crisis, with backing from Trump, RFK Jr. and voices like Joe Rogan, reframing how treatment, profit and public health intersect. Across both, it's a story about how ideas are packaged and sold—whether economic or medical—and who ultimately shapes what the public comes to accept as truth. Order my new book 'How to Become Christian in 7 Days' at TuckerCarlsonbooks.com If you want to support the show and take care of yourself properly—without turning your bathroom into a laboratory—go to tryreborn.com. It's the Reborn store: supplements, skincare, daily essentials… simple, effective, and made for people who are trying to stay strong while the world does whatever this is. Go check out tryreborn.com and grab what you need Go to http://polymarket.com to trade on the outcomes of live events from politics, pop culture, to sports and more! Download Rumble Wallet and step away from the big banks --- for good! https://rumblewallet.onelink.me/bJsX/russell