In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin is joined by Dave Asprey, the “father of biohacking," to explore altered states—from psychedelics to neurofeedback.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-233-dave-asprey/

Dave shares his journey from discovering yak butter tea in the Himalayas to revolutionizing biohacking. He unravels the intersection of biohacking and psychedelics, highlighting the potential benefits and risks of substances like ayahuasca. Then, Dave unpacks his 40 Years of Zen program, its unique neurofeedback approach, and the nuanced differences between neurofeedback and psychedelics. Finally, Dave shares his vision for the evolution of humanity, emphasizing biohacking, consciousness, and reclaiming sovereignty.

Dave Asprey:

Dave Asprey is an award-winning entrepreneur and tech innovator known around the world as "The Father of Biohacking." He's a multi-New York Times and national bestselling author of Game Changers, Head Strong, The Bulletproof Diet, and Smarter Not Harder, the creator of Bulletproof Coffee, and the host of the Webby Award-winning #1 rated health show, The Human Upgrade Podcast (formerly Bulletproof Radio). Dave is the founder and CEO of Upgrade Labs, the first franchise of biohacking gyms, and Danger Coffee, his mineralized, mold-free coffee.

Over the last two decades Dave has worked with world-renowned doctors, researchers, scientists, and global mavericks to uncover the latest, most innovative methods, techniques, and products for enhancing mental and physical performance. Dave has personally spent over $2 million taking control of his own biology, pushing the bounds of human possibility all in the name of science evolution and revolution. The creator of the Bulletproof diet and innovator of Bulletproof Coffee, Collagen Protein supplements, and many more advances in commercial wellness products, Dave’s mission is to empower the entire globe with information and knowledge that unlocks the Super Human in everyone at any age. The proof of these advancements are better sleep, energy, and expanded capacity for all.

Highlights:

• Discovering yak butter tea in the Himalayas
• The power of coffee and nicotine
• The journey of Bulletproof Coffee
• Taking control of your biology through biohacking
• Exploring altered states, from psychedelics to neurofeedback
• The importance of psychedelic integration
• The nexus of biohacking and psychedelics
• Cautions around Ayahuasca and other psychedelics
• Cultivating the ‘skills’ of forgiveness and gratitude
• 40 Years of Zen and neurofeedback
• Dave’s vision for his own longevity and current projects
• Shifting from victimhood to sovereignty
• Final thoughts and recommendations

Links:

• Dave’s website https://daveasprey.com/
• Dave on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave.asprey/
• Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Daveaspreyofficial/
• 40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com/
• Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/

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