
"Plants of the Gods: Hallucinogens, Healing, Culture and Conservation" is a new and unique podcast focusing on the hallucinogenic plants and fungi whose impact on world culture and religion – and healing potential - is only now beginning to be appreciated as never before. Unlike other podcasts relating to these issues, "Plants of the Gods" is hosted by renowned ethnobotanist Dr. Mark Plotkin, a Ha... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 75 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Alternative HealthScienceNatural SciencesHealth & Fitness | |||

This is a special joint episode of Plants of the Gods and Brainforest Café.
Host Dr. Mark Plotkin continues his conversation with ethnopharmacologist Dr. Dennis McKenna. They reflect on the origins and impact of the ESPD conferences, launched in 1... more
This is a special joint episode of Plants of the Gods and Brainforest Café.
Plants are virtuoso chemists. Some create molecules that closely resemble the neurotransmitters shaping human consciousness — a mystery that fascinates ethnopharmacologist... more
Season 8 kicks off February 23 with an interview featuring Dennis McKenna, PhD — a renowned ethnopharmacologist who has spent more than 40 years researching the therapeutic potential of Amazonian plant medicines. Stay tuned for the full interview!
Join Plants of the Gods as we explore the mysteries of ayahuasca with ethnobotanist Rebekah Senanayake. Through years of fieldwork with traditional indigenous masters in the northwest Amazon, Rebekah has learned how people connect with plants in prof... more
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I love this podcast! Plants are 1 of my passions & Dr. Plotkin & guests delivers. Grateful to all involved in the production of this wonderful & fascinating podcast. All my relations.
Thank you so much Mark. You’ve introduced an entirely new world to me. We (my partner and I) listen to all of your podcasts. Anyone reading. Please listen to this masterpiece of a podcast.
Amazing series of podcasts
I stumbled upon this and am looking forward to listening. I’m a self taught ethnobotanist and many years ago I devoured Schultes & Raffauf’s The Healing Forest in addition to your books. This podcast will keep me busy for awhile!
Really appreciate the respect Dr. Plotkin has for the Indigenous communities and sharing this valuable knowledge. I stumbled upon this podcast and it’s definitely one of my top 3 favorite podcasts of all time. Thank you 🙏🏽
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The focus is on hallucinogenic plants and fungi, exploring their historical, cultural, and healing significance. The episodes often feature discussions with experts in ethnobotany and related fields, highlighting both ancient practices and modern scientific insights. Listeners can expect to learn about the complex roles these plants play in healing, spirituality, and the environment, with a strong emphasis on indigenous knowledge and practices. The engaging storytelling of the host adds depth, making even intricate subjects accessible and compelling for a broad audience.
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