Hamilton Morris on Psychedelics, Fitness Resolutions, and Recovery Insights
Episode Overview
Hamilton Morris discusses his experiences with various substances. Doug Bopst offers practical fitness tips for New Year's resolutions. The importance of setting achievable goals in recovery. Dave shares candid stories about his own struggles with addiction. The episode combines dark humour with serious reflections on recovery.
I bought a Ziploc bag full of pure diazepam from China for $100. It was 10 grams of beige, sparkling powder. I kept it in my pocket like mints
In this riveting episode of Dopey, Dave finally sits down with Hamilton Morris, the renowned chemist, author, and host of Hamilton's Pharmacopia. The conversation takes place in Dave's dad's house, adding a touch of intimacy to the discussion. Hamilton shares his journey into becoming a 'psychonaut' and why he actually despises that term. His stories about experimenting with various substances, including DMT, fentanyl, and benzos, are both eye-opening and cautionary.
You'll hear about the time he bought a Ziploc bag full of pure diazepam from China for just $100, treating it almost like mints in his pocket. Adding another layer to the episode, Doug Bopst from the Adversity Advantage podcast returns to talk about New Year's resolutions, fitness, and the importance of setting achievable goals. Doug's insights into maintaining sobriety through fitness and personal growth are genuinely inspiring.
The episode is a blend of dark comedy and serious reflection on addiction and recovery. Dave's candid discussions about his own struggles and triumphs provide a raw and authentic backdrop to the guest interviews. Whether you're interested in the chemistry of drugs or looking for motivation to stick to your resolutions, this episode has something for everyone. So, why should you tune in?
Because it's not every day you get to hear such a unique mix of humour, science, and heartfelt advice on the same show. Plus, who wouldn't want to hear about the bizarre and often hilarious escapades of a chemist who’s seen it all?