Summary: This episode of Andy’s Treasure Trove Podcast features a presentation by MAPS Founder and Executive Director Rick Doblin, Ph.D., at Psychedelic Science in the 21st Century, a conference hosted by MAPS in 2010. The podcast transitions into an interview from 2008 with Doblin at MAPS’ former headquarters in Ben Lomond, California.
Originally appearing here.
Part 1 of a two-part program about the increasing use of consciousness-expanding substances, many of them illegal, for health and personal spiritual growth. People around the world are using these consciousness-expanding substances, also called psychedelics or hallucinogens, to treat conditions ranging from allergies and anxiety to alcoholism and addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder, and many other problems. Some people use these materials regularly in low doses to enhance their everyday life, or they may use them…