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#511: Hamilton Morris on Iboga, 5-MeO-DMT, The Power of Ritual, New Frontiers in Psychedelics, Excellent Problems to Solve, and More

The Tim Ferriss Show

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Controversies of Xenon and the Sonoran Desert Toad

This chapter explores the indigenous use of the Sonoran Desert toad, challenging misconceptions about its psychoactive applications and revealing its role primarily as a food source. It also discusses the unique properties of xenon gas as an anesthetic, its therapeutic potential, and the risks associated with its recreational use, including a personal experience in a clinic setting. Through these narratives, the chapter emphasizes the complexities of cultural interpretations around psychoactive substances and the ethical considerations in their application in medicine.

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