
Professor David Nutt has spent a career making the argument for a rational, evidence-based approach to drug policy and drug use. The scientific evidence still challenges perceived wisdom on drugs and for that reason can appear to be contentious. In this podcast, the Professor explores the actual harms and potential benefits of various drugs, challenging myths surrounding classification and legisla... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 148 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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In this episode of the Drug Science Podcast, Prof Nutt speaks with Erica Rex, author of the book Seeing What is There, which explores the complex history of psychedelic therapy. She shares her own experiences with psychedelic-assisted therapy, while ... more
In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Smith-Ruiu, a philosopher at Université Paris Cité and the author of On Drugs. He discusses his motivations behind the book, rooted in his early experiences with psychedelics and the many cultural roles he has ... more
Join us in this episode as we talk to Robert Schoevers, a professor of psychiatry at the University of Groningen and one of the pioneers of psychedelic-assisted therapy. He explains why human complexity led him to psychiatry, begoring discussing how ... more
Join us in this episode as we speak with Emma Robinson, a professor of psychopharmacology at the University of Bristol with extensive experience in animal research. She unpacks the regulations surrounding animal research, offering a scientist’s view ... more
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I really enjoy the content of this podcast but feel it really suffers from the poor audio quality. Surprisingly it’s not the guest but the presenter’s audio that is bad. It makes it hard to listen to. This is unfortunate given the valuable content and time people are giving to talk. I hope it will improve!
I love this podcast and am so grateful to David Nutt for the work he does. Thank you David for your scientific rigor and compassionate approach to your guests.
I was blown away by the doctor on ‘Former Doctor, Former Prisoner’. He was an absolute inspiration to all those in recovery. I really sad that the GMC removed his medical license. Surely he has served his punishment? He is clearly a thoughtful and intelligent man who turned his life around. Why is addiction punished rather than rehabili... more
Sometimes, sadly more than often the quality of the audio is like a really bad telephone call. This is sad since you all are rich men who just didn't do the homework.
Thank you for these interesting and informed conversations, which I regularly come back to. Keep it up!
Listened to every single one of these from the beginning. Always full of information, intelligently and interestingly delivered. The UK drug laws need a massive overhaul!
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The content focuses on an evidence-based exploration of drugs, discussing their actual harms and potential benefits while challenging existing societal myths and misconceptions. Each episode features conversations with experts from various fields, shedding light on the intersections of drug policy, mental health, and societal impact, particularly around psychedelics and harm reduction. The discussions encourage a rational approach to understanding drugs, moving beyond outdated beliefs and advocating for a more informed perspective on drug classification and legislation.
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