Michael Pollan
American author, journalist, activist, and professor of journalism (b. 1955)
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Videos Mentioning Michael Pollan

Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Sleep, Performance, and Anxiety | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'Your Mind on Plants,' who describes the mescaline experience.

Andrew Huberman: Neuroscience of Optimal Performance | Lex Fridman Podcast #139
Lex Fridman
Author whose book sparked interest in psychedelics as a pathway to brain exploration.

#01 – Tim Ferriss: depression, psychedelics, and emotional resilience
Peter Attia MD
Author of 'How to Change Your Mind,' whose work on psychedelics profoundly influenced Peter Attia and Tim Ferriss.

The Random Show with Tim Ferriss & Kevin Rose | Episode 391
Tim Ferriss
His book 'How to Change Your Mind' added significant credibility and momentum to scientific research into psychedelics.

Lisa Feldman Barrett: Counterintuitive Ideas About How the Brain Works | Lex Fridman Podcast #129
Lex Fridman
Author whose early books on botany and gardening explored plants utilizing humans for evolutionary purposes.

Dr Mark Plotkin on Ethnobotany, Real vs Fake Shamans, Hallucinogens, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'How to Change Your Mind,' a book discussed by the speakers on hallucinogenic plants and practices, emphasizing the risks of misuse.

The Future of Psychedelic Medicine 2: A Conversation with Jennifer Mitchell and Sarah Abedi (#377)
Sam Harris
Author and journalist whose 2015 New Yorker article and 2018 book 'How to Change Your Mind' brought widespread attention to psychedelic research.

The Frontiers of Psychedelics — Michael Pollan
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'How to Change Your Mind,' discussing the new science and personal experiences with psychedelics. He is a professor of science journalism at Harvard and UC Berkeley.

Dr Peter Attia vs Tim Ferriss | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'How to Change Your Mind,' whose eloquent writing on empathy and the default mode network resonated deeply with Peter Attia and Tim Ferriss.

Lessons from ~4,500 LSD Sessions and Beyond | Stan Grof | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned by Stan Grof as someone Tim Ferriss discussed the two forms of LSD use (psycholytic and psychedelic) with.

How Mushrooms Can Save You and (Perhaps) the World — Paul Stamets
Tim Ferriss
Author whose recent book featured Paul Stamets, serving as a reminder for Tim Ferriss to invite Paul on the show.

Samin Nosrat — Master Creative, Master Teacher | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
An influential writer and journalist, known for experiential journalism and ability to articulate complicated subjects. He taught Samin how to structure her writing and inspired her approach to teaching and writing.

Hamilton Morris — Psychedelics, Smart Drugs, and More
Tim Ferriss
An author whose book on psychedelics is mentioned as being different in perspective from 'Neuropsychadליה'.

Psychedelics and the Self: A Conversation with James Fadiman (Episode #242)
Sam Harris
Author of 'How to Change Your Mind', who noted the emergence of psychedelic guides and the International Guild of Guides.

Michael Pollan Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'How to Change Your Mind' and other New York Times bestsellers, who explores the science and applications of psychedelics.

The Body Trauma Expert: This Eye Movement Trick Can Fix Your Trauma! The Body Keeps The Score!
The Diary Of A CEO
Author cited by Dr. van der Kolk in the context of psychedelic research, particularly regarding how these substances can 'change your mind'.

2024 New Year’s Resolutions, AI Upheavel, & Much More! | The Random Show (4K)
Tim Ferriss
Author and documentary host, whose Netflix series 'How to Change Your Mind' is recommended for insights into MDMA therapy.

Learn Any Hard Skill In 2024 - How To Eliminate Distraction & Master Productivity | Cal Newport
Cal Newport
Mentioned as another influential writer whose work shows the impact of Wendell Berry's ideas on food, environment, and intentional living.

Michael Pollan: How To Change Your Mind | E158
The Diary Of A CEO
Author of six New York Times bestsellers, known for his immersive journalism on topics like agriculture and psychedelics.

HERESIES — Exploring Animal Communication, Cloning Humans, The Dangers of The American Dream, & More
Tim Ferriss
Author who wrote an article called 'The Intelligent Plant' in The New Yorker, cited in the discussion about plant sentience and its ethical implications for plant-based diets.

221 ‒ Understanding sleep and how to improve it
Peter Attia MD
A writer in Berkeley who wrote a book about caffeine, suggesting that the health benefits of coffee are due to antioxidants rather than caffeine itself.

BJ Miller Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'The Trip Treatment,' an article in The New York Times Magazine about the use of psilocybin for end-of-life care.

Derek Sivers Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
An American author, journalist, activist, and professor, known for his books on food, including 'Omnivore's Dilemma' and 'Food Rules'.

Dr. Andrew Huberman — The Foundations of Physical and Mental Performance
Tim Ferriss
Author and journalist whose public education efforts, including the book and Netflix miniseries 'How to Change Your Mind,' have been crucial in destigmatizing psychedelics.