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Nov 2024
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117. Drugs and Music with Jon Hopkins

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In this episode, Prof Neil and Dr Thurgur speak with electronic musician Jon Hopkins.

Together, they explore the intersection of music, mental health, and psychedelics. Jon shares his personal journey, from his early love of music to his experiments with electronic sounds as well as discussing how experiences with meditation and psychedelics have profoundly influenced his music, shaping albums like ‘Music for Psychedelic Therapy’ and ‘Ritual’. They delve into the therapeutic potential of music, especially within psychedelic therapy, and reflect on how music can serve as a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery.

 

Find out more about Jon Hopkins and his music below!

Jon Hopkins

Ritual 

Music For Psychedelic Therapy 


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Mdma

Michael pollan

Magic mushrooms

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Psilocybin

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Ayahuasca

Mendel kaelan wave paths

East forest

Ram dass

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Ptsd

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Ram dass foundation talks

Spotify

The icaros

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Coldplay

Brat album

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