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DMT: The Spirit Molecule (2010)

THE SPIRIT MOLECULE weaves an account of Dr. Rick Strassman's groundbreaking DMT research through a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen found in the human brain and hundreds of plants, including the sacred Amazonian brew, ayahuasca. Utilizing interviews with a variety of experts to explain their thoughts and experiences with DMT, and ayahuasca, within their respective fields, and discussions with Strassman’s research volunteers, brings to life the awesome effects of this compound, and introduces us to far-reaching theories regarding its role in human consciousness.

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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Joe RoganJoe RoganSelf - Host
  • Photo of Ralph AbrahamRalph AbrahamSelf - Mathematician
  • Photo of Joel BakstJoel BakstSelf - Rabbi
  • Photo of Steven BarkerSteven BarkerSelf - Pharmacologist
  • Photo of Cynthia GeistCynthia GeistSelf - DMT Study Nurse
  • Photo of Susan BlumenthalSusan BlumenthalSelf - DMT Volunteer
  • Photo of Patricio DominguezPatricio DominguezSelf - DMT Volunteer
  • Photo of Neal GoldsmithNeal GoldsmithSelf - Psychologist
  • Photo of Alex GreyAlex GreySelf - Artist
  • Photo of Roland GriffithsRoland GriffithsSelf - Behavioral Pharmocologist

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