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Mentioned in 94 episodes
How to Change Your Mind
What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence
Book • 2018
In this book, Michael Pollan delves into the history of psychedelic drugs, from their rise in the 1960s to their current resurgence in medical research.
He combines historical and scientific analysis with personal narratives of his own experiences with psychedelics, such as LSD and psilocybin.
The book explores how these substances are being used to treat conditions like depression, addiction, and anxiety, and discusses their potential to revolutionize our understanding of the human mind and consciousness.
Pollan's work is a blend of science, memoir, and travel writing, offering a nuanced and engaging look at the therapeutic and spiritual benefits of psychedelics.
He combines historical and scientific analysis with personal narratives of his own experiences with psychedelics, such as LSD and psilocybin.
The book explores how these substances are being used to treat conditions like depression, addiction, and anxiety, and discusses their potential to revolutionize our understanding of the human mind and consciousness.
Pollan's work is a blend of science, memoir, and travel writing, offering a nuanced and engaging look at the therapeutic and spiritual benefits of psychedelics.
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Mentioned in 94 episodes
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as a good primer for people interested in psychedelics and their therapeutic uses.


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in relation to his book on psychedelics and their potential for treating mental health conditions.


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as an influential book that changed his perceptions on psychedelics.


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as one of the books he keeps in his guest bedroom.


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, recalling taking Michael Pollan mushroom hunting, an experience later written about.


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when discussing the work of Dr. ![undefined]()

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when discussing his experience with ayahuasca and psychedelics.


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in the context of his own psychedelic experience and the growing interest in the therapeutic potential of psychedelics.


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, referring to the episode with the author and the book being a good overview on psychedelic-assisted therapies.


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as a book on his shelf.


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when discussing his guided journey inspired by the book during his transition out of Whole Foods.


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, it sparked a cultural conversation about psychedelics and their impact on mental health.


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who gifted early galleys of that book and has since ended up doing a bunch of collaborations with, with Michael.


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while discussing his experience with LSD and its impact on his perception.


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as a book discussing the challenges of describing ineffable psychedelic experiences.


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Burney while discussing the concept of 'doing being' versus 'being'.


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as the author of eight books, including several New York Times bestsellers.


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as a resource for understanding psychedelics.


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