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Altered States

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Psychedelics
Psychedelic Therapy
Mental Health
Ayahuasca
Ketamine
Psilocybin
Addiction
Depression
PTSD
Hallucinogen-Persisting Perception Disorder
Ibogaine
Matthew Perry
MDMA
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Peyote Conservation
Public Health
Drug Policy
Peace Activism
Oregon
FDA

Psychedelics are now at the center of a global conversation about mental health, mysticism, and even how we experience illness and death. In Altered States, host Arielle Duhaime-Ross explores how people are taking these drugs, who has access to them, how they're regulated, who stands to profit, and what these substances might offer us as individuals and as a society.

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The Noke Koi are an Indigenous group from Acre, Brazil who consider themselves guardians of the psychoactive plant brew ayahuasca, which they call “uni.” This summer, they traveled to the U.S. to spread an urgent message: their home in the Amazon is ... more

When a neurosurgeon claimed he glimpsed the afterlife during a coma, skeptics offered a more earthly interpretation – a surge of DMT produced by his own body. Was his tale of eternity a trick of the brain, or a window into something science can’t exp... more

Vivaldi. Bach. The Beatles. The Johns Hopkins playlist has been the standard soundtrack in psychedelic trials at Johns Hopkins and therapy rooms around the world for more than 25 years. It also skews toward Classical and Christian music. When Sughra ... more

Nearly a decade ago, researchers at Johns Hopkins University gave some two dozen religious leaders from various faith backgrounds a high dose of psilocybin. Now, the long-awaited results of the study are out. Journalist Michael Pollan, who wrote abou... more

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Recent Guests

Eben Alexander
Harvard-trained neurosurgeon who experienced a near-death experience.
Episode: Was it DMT? Or was it heaven?
Rick Strassman
Psychiatrist who conducted early research into DMT.
Episode: Was it DMT? Or was it heaven?
Bruce Grayson
Retired psychiatrist and NDE scholar at the University of Virginia.
University of Virginia
Episode: Was it DMT? Or was it heaven?
Sughra Ahmed
A teacher and leader in the Muslim faith who participated in a psychedelic study at Johns Hopkins University.
Episode: The Psychedelic Playlist
William A. Richards
A clinical psychologist and pioneer of psychedelic-assisted therapy since the 1960s.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The Psychedelic Playlist
Fred Barrett
Director at the Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The Psychedelic Playlist
Sugra Ahmed
Religious professional and advocate for the use of psychedelics in Islamic communities
Stanford University
Episode: A Priest, a Rabbi, and a Muslim Leader Get High
Dr. Jacob Keenan
Neuroscientist involved in the Stanford research on Ibogaine.
Stanford University
Episode: A Navy SEAL Goes to Mexico to take Ibogaine
Trevor Miller
Co-founder of Ambio Life Sciences, a facility that treats veterans with Ibogaine.
Ambio Life Sciences
Episode: A Navy SEAL Goes to Mexico to take Ibogaine

Host

Arielle Duhaime-Ross
Host of a series exploring the societal and personal impacts of psychedelics, delving into healing stories and professional insights.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 176 ratings
  • As above so below

    I hate to spoil all the experiences that were life-changing, insightful, and even spiritual, but the truth is there is no shortcut to self-realization. As someone who endured trauma for the first half of my life, it was the work I put into changing the narrative I believed was true. I've seen too many people still believe that one or two psychedelic sessions have done wonders for relief only to see them back at square one a year later.

    Healing the human soul is work, and it will sometimes be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hally369
    United States7 months ago
  • Question

    Question on HPPD: good episode but WHY nobody is asking if these sides effects happens only with synthetic molecules?? It's like my pressing question since minute 3 of the episode. I wish this was discussed or reviewed, it's kind of crucial! Poor guest would probably not having these problems with natural psilocybin taken from just mushrooms.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Caroline582
    Canada8 months ago
  • well done!

    I hope they keep cranking out episodes… Everyone I’ve listened to has been enlightening and interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daniel____k
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hope they continue exploring other substances

    Very interesting listen. I feel like it provides a lot of useful context around these substances that is generally opaque to the general public. I hope they eventually do an episode on esketamine and FDA approval of this drug for medicinal use. A lot of people don’t know about it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MariaS_107
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting!

    This is a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katielynnrocks
    United Statesa year ago

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Some express concerns about an overemphasis on specific regions, seeking a broader perspective on psychedelic discussions globally.
Listeners appreciate the depth of exploration into personal and societal facets of psychedelics.
Many find the discussions enlightening and well-researched, with a strong desire for ongoing episodes.

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#41
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#61
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#201
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#156
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#228
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#36
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Talking Points

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The Psychedelic Playlist
Q: What would you counsel a music therapist to do if a participant disliked the music being played?
Bill suggested encouraging the participant to accept their feelings towards the music as it might facilitate their therapeutic experience.
The Psychedelic Playlist
Q: How did having those tapes change things for the work that you were all doing at the psychiatric center?
Bill Richards explained that having the tapes allowed therapists to remain centered and present with the patient, rather than being distracted by selecting music during sessions.
A Priest, a Rabbi, and a Muslim Leader Get High
Q: What were the main conclusions of the study?
88 percent had mystical experiences, significant improvements in religious practices, and feelings were generally deemed authentic even among adverse experiences.
A Priest, a Rabbi, and a Muslim Leader Get High
Q: What kind of religious leaders were they able to recruit?
The study mainly comprised Christian leaders, with a lesser representation from Jewish, Muslim, and Buddhist traditions, aiming for a broad perspective.
A Priest, a Rabbi, and a Muslim Leader Get High
Q: Can you tell me about this study?
The study attempts to explore the effects of psilocybin on religious leaders and how their experiences relate to their spiritual insights.

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What is Altered States about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the evolving role of psychedelics in mental health treatment, personal healing, and societal implications. Topics frequently discussed include the therapeutic potential of various psychedelics, the controversies surrounding their use, and the personal narratives of individuals, including veterans and everyday users, who seek relief through these substances. The exploration also involves important dialogues regarding policies, ethical considerations, and cultural understanding, especially concerning indigenous practices. Listeners can expect a blend of scientific insights, personal stories, and critical discussions around the accessibility and regulation of these transformative substances, making it a thought-provoking... more

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2. Rick Strassman
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4. Sughra Ahmed
5. William A. Richards
6. Fred Barrett
7. Sugra Ahmed
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