War and Drugs: The History of a Toxic Relationship

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On this episode, the shocking history of one of history’s most toxic relationships. Sarah talks with Peter Andreas about his book ‘Killer High: A History of War in Six Drugs.’ In it, he explores the role drugs have played in human warfare - not just as vices, but as commodities, and even as weapons. After hearing this conversation you'll see drugs, war, and the relationship between the two in a new light. (Originally aired February 2020.) You can learn more about and purchase 'Killer High' here: [www.amazon.com/Killer-High-Histo…ugs/dp/0190463015] You can see the Watson Institute’s panel discussion about the book here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HH3hagImY08&feature=youtu.be]