Episode 019 - Ego-Death, Ketamine, & Matthew Perry: A Conversation With Dr. Carl Bonnett

In this episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, we collaborate with Dr. Carl Bonnett, the founder of Klarisana and prior podcast guest, to explore the often misunderstood concept of ego death through the lens of Matthew Perry's experiences with ketamine therapy. 

The conversation also covers topics like the efficacy of ketamine in treating mental health conditions, near-death experiences induced by ketamine, and the crucial role of preparation and integration in ketamine therapy.

Listen for a nuanced discussion that challenges preconceptions and sheds light on the therapeutic potential of ketamine when used responsibly. 

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The Role of Media and Culture: How celebrity experiences can influence public interest and stigma surrounding psychedelic therapies.

• Safety and Ethics in Ketamine Therapy: The importance of setting and professional oversight in ketamine treatments.

• Personal Stories and Case Studies: Both Dr. Bonnett and Sam share anecdotes from their respective clinical practices, highlighting transformative experiences and common misconceptions.

Episode 19 show notes:

00:00 Episode Teaser - Ketamine & Near-Death Experiences

00:23 Introduction

00:31 Special Collaboration with Dr. Carl Bonnet

01:52 Discussion on Matthew Perry and Ego Death

02:36 Therapeutic Use of Ego Disruption

05:39 Patient Experiences and Integration

08:07 Safety and Responsible Use of Ketamine

12:36 Education and Public Perception

19:36 Concluding Thoughts and Final Remarks

21:10 Additional Insights on Near-Death Experiences With Sam

Thanks for listening - make sure to check out Dr. Bonnett’s YouTube Channel

Study mentioned in episode: Neurochemical models of near-death experiences: A large-scale study based on the semantic similarity of written reports. Martial C, et al. 

Learn more about the types of ketamine experiences:  The 4 Types of Non-Ordinary Experiences Your Ketamine Patients Can Have

Connect with Dr. Bonnett at:

Instagram: docbonnett_psychedelic

LinkedIn: /carlbonnett

YouTube: @docbonnett

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