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This episode explores the mysteries behind consciousness and the science behind how psychedelics impact the brain.
30:41 - 33:40 (02:59)
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This episode explores the mysteries behind consciousness and the science behind how psychedelics impact the brain.
ChapterHow psychedelics affect the brain
Episode#313: Michael Pollan — Exploring The New Science of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Research conducted by Robin Carhart-Harris at Imperial College shows that the brain activity of individuals under the influence of psychedelics is actually depressed, particularly in the default mode network, which is active when the brain is not occupied with other tasks.
33:42 - 35:02 (01:20)
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Research conducted by Robin Carhart-Harris at Imperial College shows that the brain activity of individuals under the influence of psychedelics is actually depressed, particularly in the default mode network, which is active when the brain is not occupied with other tasks.