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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Dr. Rick Strassman, pioneering psychedelic researcher and author of "DMT: The Spirit Molecule." Dr. Strassman shares insights from his groundbreaking DMT research in the 1990s, discusses recent developments in extended-state DMT studies, and explores the complex relationship between psychedelics, spirituality, and organized religion. Drawing from his new memoir "My Altered States," he offers a unique perspective on the intersection of personal experience, clinical research, and spiritual growth in the psychedelic field.
Chapters:
02:36 Origins of DMT research at University of New Mexico and initial melatonin studies
08:45 The relationship between DMT and the pineal gland, discussing recent scientific findings
15:01 Exploration of DMT's role in modulating our sense of reality
25:14 Discussion of entity encounters in DMT experiences
36:38 Extended-state DMT research and therapeutic applications
41:56 Personal journey with psychedelics and Buddhist practice
50:49 Challenges between psychedelics and organized religion
A native of Los Angeles, Rick Strassman obtained his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from Stanford University, medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, and completed his psychiatric training at UC Davis and UC San Diego. At the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, he performed the first new US clinical research with psychedelic drugs—DMT and psilocybin—in a generation (1990-1995). His best-selling book DMT: The Spirit Molecule has been translated into 13 languages and became a successful documentary.
Episode Links:
Dr. Strassman's new book, My Altered States: https://amzn.to/3DAGTZV
Dr. Strassman's website: https://rickstrassman.com/
DMT: The Spirit Molecule (book): https://amzn.to/41N8zox
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