Dr. Peter Sjöstedt-Hughes, a philosopher and lecturer at the University of Exeter, dives into the profound connections between philosophy and psychedelics. He reveals how William James influenced his exploration of metaphysics, emphasizing its importance for meaningful psychedelic experiences. The discussion touches on panpsychism, ethics in psychedelic research, and the limitations of scientific materialism. Sjöstedt-Hughes advocates for a philosophical approach to understanding consciousness, which could reshape our interactions with non-ordinary states.