The Drug History Podcast uses new media to tell old stories about the use and misuse of drugs in human society.

Why? Because there is a lot of misunderstanding about drugs, their origins, safety, appropriate use, misuse and abuse. At the same time, drugs are at the epicentre of most modern medical treatment and practice.

The show is hosted by Merlvin, who is a registered pharmacist working in the UK. As you can imagine, he likes to think he might know a thing or two about drugs and medicines.