Were the Pilgrims “Tripping” in Plymouth? The Science Behind the Theory PLYMOUTH, MA — We’ve all seen the paintings: somber men in stiff collars, women in starched aprons, and a general vibe of “we haven’t laughed since 1620.” But a deep dive into the biological reality of 17th-century agriculture suggests that the “Straight-Laced Pilgrim” narrative … Continue reading “THE RYE-LIGHT ZONE: Did Fungal “Trips” Fuel the Plymouth Colony?”
