Episode 19 - Ego-Death, Ketamine, & Matthew Perry: A Conversation With Dr. Carl Bonnett
Dive into the complexities of MDMA therapy rejection, the impacts of the Matthew Perry investigation, and the broader implications for ketamine therapy practices
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.
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or on your favorite podcast platform. Watch the discussion on YouTube here.
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
Connect with Dr. Bonnett at:
Instagram: docbonnett_psychedelic
LinkedIn: carlbonnett
YouTube: @docbonnett
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