#145 – Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Addiction, Pricing, and Policy Impacts
This chapter examines the intricate ties between addiction, consumer behavior, and pricing dynamics, particularly in relation to both legal and illegal substances. It discusses how economic factors like taxation can disproportionately burden lower-income consumers and impact drug use. The conversation also explores the implications of various regulatory frameworks and the potential benefits of harm reduction strategies in addressing the opioid crisis and facilitating safer drug consumption.
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