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Psychedelics, California, and the Cultures of Consciousness: A Talk with Erik Davis

Harvard Divinity School

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Psychedelics, Literature, and Consciousness

This chapter reflects on the speaker's academic journey through the influences of Philip K. Dick's work on popular culture and the psychedelic movement of the 1970s. It explores the intricate connections between psychedelics, technology, and new religious movements, as well as the evolving relationship between psychedelics and psychotherapy. The narrative critiques the commodification of spiritual experiences and emphasizes the need for deeper engagement with the historical and cultural contexts surrounding these practices.

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