
Divergent States cuts through psychedelic hype with grounded, curious conversations about what these substances actually do.
Hosted by 3L1T3, founder of r/Psychonaut, the world’s largest psychedelic harm-reduction community, and co-hosted by Bryan, a USMC veteran and advocate for psychedelic healing, the show brings together lived experience, science, and culture without losing its sense of humor.... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PhilosophyScienceLife SciencesSociety & Culture | |||

Dori Lewis is a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, Natural Medicine Facilitator, and Co-Founder of Elemental Psychedelics. She also owns Reflective Healing Center, one of Colorado's licensed psychedelic healing centers.
As psychedelic therapy mov... more
Former NFL player and College Football Hall of Famer Robert Gallery joins Divergent States for one of the most raw conversations we’ve had on the show.
After retiring from professional football, Robert began experiencing intense rage episodes, suici... more
Dennis Walker joins Divergent States to unpack how psychedelic stories actually become “news,” why sensationalism dominates drug coverage, and how media narratives shape public perception around psychedelics.
We discuss psychedelic exceptionalism, c... more
Psychedelics don’t fix your life.
They don’t make you a better person. They don’t replace responsibility. And they don’t solve the problems waiting for you when you come back.
In this episode, we sit down with Talia Eisenberg from Beond to talk abo... more
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What I appreciate about the show is that it can look critically at certain aspects of the world of psychedelics. Most other podcast host don’t think critically about the topic. The guests have been great and represent a range of perspectives and experiences.
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Grounded conversations about psychedelics that cut through hype, balancing lived experience, science, and culture with humor and harm-reduction. Guests range from journalists and researchers to activists and artists, exploring mental health, creativity, policy, and real-world treatment realities. Notable for challenging sensationalism, centering community voices, and modeling thoughtful, non-guru discussions about how psychedelics touch everyday life and society.
What stands out: a consistent emphasis on safety, ethical storytelling, and practical implications—from clinical trials to harm-reduction communities. The show mixes rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, inviting diverse perspectives while avoiding mysticism or marketing... more
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Recent guests on Divergent States include:
1. Robert Gallery
2. Dennis Walker
3. Talia Eisenberg
4. Manuela Picq
5. Wade Davis
6. Paige West
7. Fletcher Burdick
8. Cesar Marin
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