The Tim Ferriss Show

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#469: Dr. Mark Plotkin on Ethnobotany, Real vs. Fake Shamans, Hallucinogens, and the Dalai Lamas of South America

Sep 30, 2020 · 01:37:08

✨ AI Summary

Dr. Mark Plotkin explores ethnobotany and the healing plants of South America.
He discusses the role of shamans and traditional medicine.
Plotkin shares his work with the Amazon Conservation Team protecting rainforests.

Guests on This Episode

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Fake Shamans

1 podcast appearance

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Mark Plotkin on Ethnobotany

1 podcast appearance

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