About me
Avens O’Brien is a 2nd-generation libertarian activist based in Los Angeles. The product of peaceful parenting, non-traditional education, & family who campaigned for political office as Libertarians in New Hampshire in the 70s and 80s, Avens was Vice Chair of the LPNH from 2006-2008, & has volunteered on several liberty campaigns, including local races & presidential – Badnarik in 2004, Ron Paul (primary) in 2008, McAfee (primary) & Johnson (general) in 2016, Supreme (primary) & Jorgensen (general) in 2020.
Avens is currently VP of Operations at Advanced Mycology, an LA-based company pioneering decentralized access to psilocybin through grow-your-own-mushroom kits for consumers. She is also a cofounder of Coast 2 Coast Mycology, a company focused on award-winning mycology genetics. She does psychedelic research, education & advocacy through her brand @YourTripSister on Instagram and Tiktok.
