Episode 90

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28th Aug 2024

Amanda Feilding's Lifelong Fight for LSD: Breaking Taboos and Advancing Science

Today, we delve into a debated topic: LSD. At the 8th Harvest Summit in Kaplankaya, Amanda Feilding, a pioneering advocate for psychedelic research, shared her insights with journalist Rose Claverie. Amanda has spent decades championing the legalization of LSD, driven by her commitment to changing perceptions and policies surrounding psychedelics. Known as the “First Lady of LSD,” Amanda’s journey is intertwined with both her aristocratic background and her groundbreaking work with the Beckley Foundation. In this episode, Amanda shares her personal experiences and the latest scientific insights into psychedelics. We emphasize that this discussion is purely informational and not an endorsement of drug use. Join us as we explore Amanda Feilding’s extraordinary life and her relentless pursuit of change.

  • [4:00]: LSD is the "Queen of Psychedelics" for Amanda, demonized by the American government.
  • [5:00]: How are scientific experiments conducted at the Beckley Foundation to gather data? What does Amanda anticipate from their latest study on the brain and the body?
  • [11:00]: Why glucose is important during an LSD experience, and how having a diabetic father was "good training" for Amanda.
  • [13:36]: Discussion on the risk of overdose.
  • [16:00]: LSD is not for everyone; it's a "minority sport" according to Amanda.
  • [18:40]: The Beckley Foundation was created by Amanda to show that LSD not only enhances cognitive functions but also has positive effects on mental health issues. One study showed it helps fight nicotine addiction.
  • [25:00]: How was Amanda's use of LSD in her youth? It was not a way of life; she recounts a horrible experience she had.
  • [27:00]: Amanda shares her story, including mystical childhood experiences.
  • [34:00]: Discussion on microdosing and its potential for increasing neuroplasticity to treat neurodegenerative diseases, with an example of a lady’s improvement.
  • [45:00]: Safety advice regarding LSD.

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Credits:

  • Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequences
  • Technicians in Kaplankaya: Joel Moriasi, Hanan Yasir, and team
  • Music by: Chambord
  • Artwork by: Davide d'Antonio

Harvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital Partners

Harvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

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Harvest Series
Interviews with passionate speakers to take better care of yourself, broaden your horizons and nurture the planet.
This podcast is here to help you ask yourself the right questions, boost your critical thinking, and broaden your horizons. Journalist Rose Claverie (@rose.claverie on Instagram) is interviewing for the Harvest Series summit inspiring speakers such as emotional trauma specialist Dr Gabor Maté, nutrition experts Dr. Mark Hyman or Dr. Andrew Weil, and Relationships expert Esther Perel. They share their stories and practical advice to help listeners better care for themselves, their relationships and the planet.
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