

Episode 40: David Jay Brown – Mavericks of the Mind
8 snips Dec 23, 2024
In this engaging chat, David Jay Brown, an interviewer and writer known for his acclaimed book 'Mavericks of the Mind,' shares insights from his extensive exploration of consciousness. He discusses the transformative power of psychedelic experiences and the profound connections between humans and their pets. The conversation dives into intriguing topics like DMT encounters, the potential of AI surpassing human intelligence, and the links between psychedelics and extraterrestrial experiences, all while emphasizing the importance of research and storytelling in interviewing.
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Origin of Mavericks of the Mind
- David J. Brown's journey began in the late 1980s with philosophical discussions and psychedelic experimentation with Rebecca McLennan-Novic.
- This led to the idea of interviewing brilliant minds about these deeper questions, resulting in Mavericks of the Mind.
Cross-Country Inspiration
- After graduating, Brown traveled the US, visiting authors who inspired him, including Oscar Janiger and Timothy Leary.
- Robert Anton Wilson's Cosmic Trigger influenced Brown's journey and the individuals he chose to interview.
Meeting Robert Anton Wilson
- Brown met Wilson after a lecture, asking him to blurb his novel, Brain Child. Wilson wrote an 11-page introduction.
- This led to weekly discussions with Wilson, covering Joyce, Pound, and the Illuminatus Trilogy.