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Mentioned in 9 episodes

Food of the Gods

The Search for the Original Tree of Knowledge

Book • 1993

Terence Mckenna

In 'Food of the Gods,' Terence McKenna delves into the ancient relationship between humans and psychoactive substances.

The book explores how these substances have influenced human history, from prehistoric partnership societies to modern dominator cultures.

McKenna discusses the roles of various substances such as spices, spirits, tobacco, tea, coffee, opium, and alcohol, and proposes a 'stoned ape' theory suggesting that psychedelics played a crucial role in human cognitive development.

He argues for an 'archaic revival,' advocating for a return to a more shamanic understanding, community, reverence for nature, and increased self-awareness to address the problems of modern society.

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Mentioned in 9 episodes

Mentioned by

Graham Hancock

as a source for the idea that psychedelic encounters made humans fully human.

#449 – Graham Hancock: Lost Civilization of the Ice Age & Ancient Human History

Mentioned by Brian Muraresku in relation to his ideas about alcohol as an intermediary between archaic psychedelic societies and later patriarchal alcohol-loving societies.

#646: Brian C. Muraresku with Dr. Mark Plotkin — The Eleusinian Mysteries, Discovering the Divine, The Immortality Key, The Pagan Continuity Hypothesis, Lessons from Scholar Karen Armstrong, and Much More

Mentioned by

Dennis McKenna

as exploring the role of psychedelics in human evolution.

#280 - Psychonaut Scientist Reveals The ANCIENT Beings Hiding in DMT Hyperspace | Dennis McKenna | Dennis Mckenna

Mentioned by

Graham Hancock

, referencing its exploration of psychedelics' role in human evolution.

#1897 - Graham Hancock & Randall Carlson

Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as a book by Terence McKenna that explores the potential role of psychedelics in human evolution.

#523: Dennis McKenna — The Depths of Ayahuasca: 500+ Sessions, Fundamentals, Advanced Topics, Science, Churches, Learnings, Warnings, and Beyond

Mentioned by

Ben

as an author whose ideas are relevant to the discussion of psychedelic experiences.

CLASSIC: Psilocybin: Fact, Fiction and Future with Robert Lamb

Cited by Manvir Singh for popularizing the image of 'Mushroom Shaman' in his book.

The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’

Mentioned by

Jason Louv

when discussing the impact of psychedelics on Paleolithic society.

Ep. 230: The Revival of Magick: A Talk at Catland Books

Influenced

Graham Hancock

's interest in shamanism and the imagery seen in rock art and cave art.

072 - Graham Hancock: Ancient Civilizations & Academia

Mentioned by

Zach Leary

while discussing the impact of the American counterculture on the psychedelic movement.

PT 600 - Sandor Iron Rope and Zach Leary

Mentioned by

Jay Dyer

, referring back to psilocybin mushrooms.

Esoteric Initiation: Shr00ms, LSD & Cult Rituals with Dr David Patrick Harry

Mentioned by Paul Austin in the context of his personal journey of overcoming pornography addiction.

114. Paul Austin - Can Psychedelics Rewire the Brain and Heal Addiction? | A Conversation with the founder of Third Wave and the Psychedelic Coaching Institute

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