On with Kara Swisher Psychedelics with Joe Green
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Jan 18, 2024 Joe Green, co-founder and president of the Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative, dives into the vibrant world of psychedelics. He discusses the therapeutic potential of MDMA and psilocybin, while also addressing recent controversies surrounding drug use. Green calls for accountability in the burgeoning psychedelic industry, emphasizing the need for transparency and responsible use. He highlights personal narratives of healing through psychedelics, exploring their transformative effects on mental health and shedding light on the regulatory challenges facing this evolving landscape.
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Tribalism and Climate Change
- Joe Green believes psychedelics can increase empathy and understanding, helping address tribalism.
- He sees dissolving the "illusion of separateness" as key to solving both tribalism and climate change.
PSFC Founding
- Joe Green co-founded PSFC, a collaborative of philanthropists funding psychedelic research and access.
- He was inspired by Rick Doblin and the Psychedelic Science Conference to help fund and navigate FDA approvals.
Funding Priorities
- PSFC prioritizes funding projects that ensure safe psychedelic access for the most people, quickly.
- They focus on later-stage projects closer to patient care, like MDMA for PTSD, over basic research.