
LSD
Lysergic acid diethylamide; discussed as part of psychedelic history and MKUltra-era discourse.
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Videos Mentioning LSD

The Psychedelic News Hour - New Breakthroughs, Treatment of Trauma, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A classic psychedelic that can have a particularly tricky and long-lasting effect, especially at higher doses, making it challenging to navigate.

Life & Work: A Conversation with George Saunders (Episode #372)
Sam Harris
George Saunders took LSD once in the 1980s, which provided him an experience of the mind's malleability, but he noted a potential downside of personality homogenization with frequent use.

Stewart Brand | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic drug researched initially for psychological fitness and psychotherapy, which Stewart Brand experienced in the 1960s.

Lessons from ~4,500 LSD Sessions and Beyond | Stan Grof | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Lysergic acid diethylamide, a psychedelic substance that Stanislav Grof researched extensively, supervising and guiding roughly 4,500 sessions. He considers it a catalyst for exploring the depths of the human psyche.

Dr Peter Attia vs Tim Ferriss | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A classic psychedelic, deliberately left out of primary discussion due to its political PR baggage. It was first synthesized by Albert Hoffmann and classified as Schedule I.

Dr Andrew Weil — Optimal Health, Plant Medicine, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic drug, discussed in the context of research showing its potential for pain reduction in terminal cancer patients and Dr. Weil's personal experiences with physical changes like overcoming a cat allergy and tanning capacity.

Hamilton Morris — Psychedelics, Smart Drugs, and More
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic drug his father was very afraid of, making Hamilton aware of its power early on, and one of the main psychedelics people have access to without knowing the exact dose.

Rick Doblin — Psychedelic Breakthroughs, $10M Bets, PTSD Promise, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A classic psychedelic that was also used by Leo Zeff and a Dutch psychiatrist for PTSD treatment, but does not reduce amygdala activity like MDMA.

Psychedelics and the Self: A Conversation with James Fadiman (Episode #242)
Sam Harris
Lysergic acid diethylamide, a potent psychedelic drug discussed extensively for its effects, duration, and comparison to psilocybin.

Sam Harris — Psychedelics, Meditation, and The Bigger Picture | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A powerful psychedelic that Sam Harris used in his youth, and which Tim Ferriss compares to psilocybin in terms of duration of effects and potential challenges.

Michael Pollan Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic compound discussed for its mind-manifesting effects and historical use in research.

The Man Who Took LSD and Changed The World
Veritasium

Aella: Sex Work, OnlyFans, Porn, Escorting, Dating, and Human Sexuality | Lex Fridman Podcast #358
Lex Fridman
A psychedelic drug that Aella used extensively in her early 20s as a tool for deconstructing her identity and processing childhood trauma, leading to a significant shift in her perspective.

The New Frontiers of Mental Health — Brain Stimulation, Rapid-Acting Tools for Depression, and More
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned as an example of a 'promiscuous' drug that interacts with multiple receptor systems, similar to ibogaine's complex action.

LIVE EVENT Q&A: Dr. Andrew Huberman at the ICC Sydney Theatre
Andrew Huberman
Mentioned as a psychedelic that Huberman took in his youth with negative experiences. Clinical trials suggest potential therapeutic uses for adults.

Jack Kornfield - How to Reduce Anxiety and Polish the Lens of Consciousness | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic substance that Stanislav Grof researched extensively, particularly for patients in hospice care, veterans, and clergy.

Michael Pollan: How To Change Your Mind | E158
The Diary Of A CEO
Mentioned as one of the substances Michael Pollan explored during his immersive journalism for 'How to Change Your Mind.'

Rethinking Psychedelics, Octopuses on MDMA, and The Master Key of Metaplasticity | Dr. Gül Dölen
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic drug shown to reopen critical periods, despite not being primarily pro-social.

Kevin Kelly Interview: Part 2 (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned as a substance Kevin Kelly took sacramentally on his 50th birthday, highlighting its potential for profound spiritual experiences when used with intention and guidance.

Sam Harris Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Lysergic acid diethylamide, a psychedelic substance discussed as a potential rite of passage and a tool for self-discovery and spiritual experience, though with significant risks.

Random Show Episode 17 | Tim Ferriss
Tim Ferriss
Substance Steve Jobs reportedly used, discussed in relation to his drive for perfection and potential.

220 ‒ Ketamine: Benefits, risks, and promising therapeutic potential | Celia Morgan, Ph.D.
Peter Attia MD
A psychedelic drug that works on the 5HT2A receptor. Characterized by less cognitive impairment than ketamine but can induce intense anxiety. Has no known lethal dose but poses risks through behavioral alterations.

Dr. Andrew Huberman — The Foundations of Physical and Mental Performance
Tim Ferriss
A classical psychedelic; Andrew Huberman had negative experiences with recreational use in high school due to long duration (11-15 hours) and unknown sourcing.

Walter Isaacson on CRISPR, Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and More! | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Lysergic acid diethylamide, a psychedelic drug synthesized by Albert Hofmann. Hofmann's work reflects a curiosity that can lead to profound discoveries with both positive and negative implications.