MDMA
empathogen and stimulant
Research
Common Themes
Videos Mentioning MDMA
Josh Waitzkin - The Cave Process, Advice from Future Selves, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Referred to as 'ndmt' in the transcript, it's mentioned alongside psilocybin and LSD as compounds that create uncontrolled experiences, suggesting that attempting to rigidly script these experiences is unrealistic.
Discipline, Sex, Psychedelics — The Return of Drunk Dialing | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A substance being shepherded through Phase 3 trials for potential therapeutic use, supported by organizations like MAPS.
Rick Doblin: Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #202
Lex Fridman
Often called an empathogen or entactogen, it brings material to the surface and alters information processing, stimulating oxytocin and reducing amygdala activity while increasing prefrontal cortex activity.
Understanding & Healing the Mind | Dr. Karl Deisseroth
Andrew Huberman
A unique compound that increases brain dopamine and serotonin, showing emerging data for potential use in treating trauma and PTSD, enabling a sense of extreme connectedness.
LIVE EVENT Q&A: Dr. Andrew Huberman Question & Answer in Seattle, WA
Andrew Huberman
A compound discussed in the context of mental health treatment and its potential for enhancing plasticity, with cautionary notes.
#76 – Kyle Kingsbury: Finding meaning, depression, and psychedelics
Peter Attia MD
Kyle Kingsbury mentioned using MDMA as one of the plant medicines that helped him work through his childhood trauma, distinguishing it from the 'shitty pressed pills' he used in his youth.
#65–Rick Doblin, PhD: MDMA—creation, scheduling, toxicity, therapeutic use & changing public opinion
Peter Attia MD
Discussed extensively throughout the video as a substance with therapeutic potential, its history, scheduling, toxicity, and use in psychotherapy.
Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #145
Lex Fridman
A non-classic psychedelic (ecstasy, molly) that differs from classic psychedelics due to its addictive potential and physiological risks. It induces warmth and empathy, often described as a 'heart trip' over a 'head trip.'
The Random Show — New Year's Resolutions, 2010-2019 Lessons Learned, Finding Joy, and Much More
Tim Ferriss
A compound mentioned for its potential in treating PTSD, and has been granted breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
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All-In Podcast
Mentioned as a substance being studied for potential therapeutic uses, following the trend of rescheduling marijuana.
Therapy, Treating Trauma & Other Life Challenges | Dr. Paul Conti
Andrew Huberman
Discussed as a powerful therapeutic tool, especially for trauma, that creates a state of increased permissiveness by flooding the brain with positive neurotransmitters, distinct from classical psychedelics.
Supercharge Exercise Performance & Recovery with Cooling
Andrew Huberman
Also known as Ecstasy, a drug whose thermogenic effects were evaluated in Andrew Huberman's senior thesis.
Psychedelics & Mortality: A Conversation with Roland Griffiths (Episode #306)
Sam Harris
Compound studied for its utility in treating PTSD, with promising data moving towards FDA approval.
#49–Matt Walker, Ph.D., on Sleep (Part 3 of 3): Effects of poor sleep on metabolism & performance...
Peter Attia MD
Discussed in the context of therapeutic administration for addressing underlying trauma, anxiety, and depression, which then resolved severe sleep issues for a patient.
Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Sleep, Performance, and Anxiety | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A unique psychedelic that creates large increases in both dopamine and serotonin, leading to a focused state and positive feelings toward one's internal self.
A Good Life: A Conversation with Scott Barry Kaufman (Episode #209)
Sam Harris
A psychoactive drug, often considered an empathogen, discussed as a non-classic psychedelic with potential for experiences like unconditional love.
Dr. Peter Attia, MD — Fasting, Metformin, Athletic Performance, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A substance banned by WADA, humorously noted for not having clear performance-enhancing benefits in most sports.
Marcela Ot’alora — How to Become a Psychedelic Therapist | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A psychedelic compound discussed for its therapeutic potential, particularly in assisting psychotherapy for trauma and PTSD. Marcela shared her personal, challenging, yet transformative first recreational experience with it, and later a therapeutically guided session with Rick Doblin.
Dr. Gabor Maté — Trauma, Addiction, Ayahuasca, and More
Tim Ferriss
Used in assisted psychotherapy clinical trials, designated a breakthrough therapy by the FDA, showing powerful healing potential in the right setting and with skilled leadership.
The Science of Emotions & Relationships
Andrew Huberman
A psychedelic compound mentioned as clearly affecting emotionality and related axes, to be discussed in a future episode.
How to Increase Motivation & Drive
Andrew Huberman
A substance currently in clinical trials for trauma and depression, with ongoing research into its potential neurotoxicity on dopamine neurons.
Safi Bahcall — On Hypnosis, Conquering Insomnia, Incentives, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Being studied in phase 3 trials for PTSD with assisted psychotherapy, highlighting the importance of context for therapeutic outcomes.
Psychedelics — Microdosing, Mind Enhancing Methods, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Ecstasy, discussed for its potential in treating PTSD and used by Ayelet Waldman for marital therapy.
Tim Ferriss — My Healing Journey After Childhood Abuse
Tim Ferriss
An 'empathogen' compound that elicits openness, compassion, and decreased fear response, currently in Phase 3 trials for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD, showing success in long-unresponsive cases.