Isaac Campos, “Home Grown: Marijuana and the Origins of Mexico’s War on Drugs” (UNC Press, 2012)Isaac Campos, “Home Grown: Marijuana and the Origins of Mexico’s War on Drugs” (UNC Press, 2012)
New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery
Isaac Campos is the author of Home Grown: Marijuana and the Origins of Mexico’s War on Drugs (University of North Carolina Press, 2012). Campos is an assistant professor of history at the University of Cincinnati.
39:18•31 Jul 2012
Unveiling the Roots of Mexico's Drug War: A Deep Dive into Marijuana History
“Marijuana was overwhelmingly associated with two effects in Mexico. There was no counter discourse to this idea.”
Ever wondered how marijuana became such a controversial topic in Mexico? In this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', host Marshall Poe chats with Isaac Campos, an assistant professor of history at the University of Cincinnati and author of 'Home Grown: Marijuana and the Origins of Mexico’s War on Drugs'. Campos takes us on a historical journey, tracing the roots of marijuana from Europe to Mexico.
He shatters the common belief that Mexico's drug regulations are primarily influenced by the US, revealing instead that Spain played a pivotal role in introducing cannabis to Mexico. Through his research, Campos uncovers how Mexican media portrayed marijuana as a source of madness and violence, shaping public perception for decades. If you're curious about the historical context behind today's drug policies and the ongoing war on drugs, this episode offers a fascinating look into the past.
It's a must-listen for history buffs, political scientists, and anyone interested in understanding the deeper issues surrounding drug regulation.
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