And while most of that research is now banned, Dr Robin Carhart-Harris (who studied under David Nutt) is one of the few researchers still allowed to experiment with psychedelics.

I'd highly recommend reading / watching some of his work.

I guess so. But it does seem that once or twice a year I see something about bringing MDMA back as a psycho therapy.

I've certainly met plenty of people who could benefit ;)

It definitely seems to be an uphill battle for those working on it. I guess as more research is conducted and evidence gathered, that leads to more acceptance and slowly the tide turns.

Here's a couple of Dr Carhart-Harris clips. The first is at the Secret Garden Party (UK festival) and the second is a debate with a psychology lecturer (which is much more philosophical).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5ifWcdEpCA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0XYmcpQFjY