Dr. Manoj Doss

Dr. Manoj Doss, a neuroscientist specializing in psychoactive drugs at UT Austin, shares groundbreaking insights on memory and psychedelics. He discusses how substances like THC and ketamine can disrupt and enhance memory processes, challenging traditional views. The episode explores the surprising effects of psychedelics on different kinds of memory and the role of the hippocampus. Dr. Doss also examines cognitive enhancers like nicotine, weighing their benefits and risks, while delving into the ethical implications of memory manipulation and trauma's impact on recollection.