Doctor Iboga
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Every year, Costa Rica welcomes millions of tourists from around the world, eager to admire its unparalleled natural beauty and enjoy a “pura vida” lifestyle. But lately, the country has also attracted another kind of tourist too: hundreds of foreigners seeking healing with ancestral indigenous medicines. And in August 2024, a tragic incident revealed a dark side of these spiritual and wellness retreats.
Find the English transcript of “Doctor Iboga” here. Or check out the Spanish transcript here.
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