Microdosing & Leadership: How does it work? with Paul Austin
This Anthro Life10 Maj 2024

Microdosing & Leadership: How does it work? with Paul Austin

In this podcast episode, Adam hosts Paul Austin, founder of Third Wave, to discuss his journey with psychedelics, microdosing, and the intersection with leadership and personal development. Paul shares his personal background, from growing up in a traditional Midwest home to experimenting with cannabis and psychedelics which led him to explore the boundaries of life and eventually start Third Wave.

The conversation covers the impact of psychedelics on mental health, their ability to disrupt entrenched patterns, and their role in enhancing creativity, focus, and relational skills. Paul emphasizes the importance of safety, intention, and integration in psychedelic experiences, and discusses the future of psychedelic accessibility and legality in the U.S. and globally. The discussion also delves into microdosing protocols, the differences between LSD and psilocybin, and how these practices can benefit leaders by fostering neuroplasticity, courage, and a reevaluation of success.

Finally, Paul shares his vision for the future of psychedelics, including creating accessible, secular, global retreat centers for psilocybin mushrooms, inspired by the free model of Vipassana meditation centers.

I'm Adam Gamwell as a cultural anthropologist and award-winning media creator, I specialize in storytelling.
My diverse background spans startups, nonprofits, cultural organizations, and Fortune 1000 companies, focusing on applied strategy, experience design, and human insights. My approach blends experiential research, like engaging with Peruvian quinoa farmers for climate change initiatives, with cutting-edge tools like AI and trends foresight.
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Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro
02:40 The Origin Story of a Psychedelic Advocate
09:30 The Cultural Shift in Psychedelic Perception
15:20 Psychedelics in History and Modern Times
22:21 Microdosing Explained: Protocols, Benefits, and Considerations
29:14 The Rising Popularity of Microdosing in Modern Culture
34:27 The Intersection of Spirituality and Psychedelics
57:19 The Future of Psychedelics: Legalization and Cultural Shifts Keywords: microdosing


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