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A Conversation About Psychoactive Substances, Conservation, and More
03:14 - 08:48 (05:34)
Mark Plotkin and Hamilton Morris delve into the history and effects of psychoactive substances, conservation efforts in the Amazon, and the eccentricities of Timothy Leary.
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Tim Ferriss interviews ethnobotanist Mark Plotkin, president of Amazon Conservation Team, discussing his work with indigenous tribes in mapping and protecting ancestral rainforests in the Amazon.
03:14 - 05:23 (02:08)
Summary
Tim Ferriss interviews ethnobotanist Mark Plotkin, president of Amazon Conservation Team, discussing his work with indigenous tribes in mapping and protecting ancestral rainforests in the Amazon.
ChapterA Conversation About Psychoactive Substances, Conservation, and More
Episode#605: Hamilton Morris and Dr. Mark Plotkin — Exploring the History of Psychoactive Substances, Synthetic vs. Natural Options, Microdosing, 5-MeO-DMT, The “Drunken Monkey” Hypothesis, Timothy Leary’s Legacy, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Chemist and documentarian Hamilton Morris speaks with Mark about psychoactive substances, their history, and the impact of the placebo effect.
05:23 - 06:48 (01:25)
Summary
Chemist and documentarian Hamilton Morris speaks with Mark about psychoactive substances, their history, and the impact of the placebo effect. They also discuss the Sonoran Desert Toad, its recent popularity, and other related topics.
ChapterA Conversation About Psychoactive Substances, Conservation, and More
Episode#605: Hamilton Morris and Dr. Mark Plotkin — Exploring the History of Psychoactive Substances, Synthetic vs. Natural Options, Microdosing, 5-MeO-DMT, The “Drunken Monkey” Hypothesis, Timothy Leary’s Legacy, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Milking Bufo alvarius toads for their venom may only be sustainable if done on a small scale, as each toad can only provide enough venom for five people.
06:48 - 08:48 (02:00)
Summary
Milking Bufo alvarius toads for their venom may only be sustainable if done on a small scale, as each toad can only provide enough venom for five people. The popularity of this practice could lead to conservation and ethical concerns if not properly regulated.