Episode #809
Aubrey Marcus
Books mentioned
Ego is the Enemy
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 01:29:25
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The Bible
Mentioned by Aubrey Marcus · at 02:11:10
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The Quran
Mentioned by Aubrey Marcus · at 02:12:15
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Zen and the Art of Archery
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 02:29:58
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Aubrey Marcus is a writer, entrepreneur, adventurer, and podcast host who discusses psychedelics, consciousness, imagination, and humanity’s place in nature. The conversation also examines hunting ethics, veganism, animal intelligence, ego, purpose, social media, combat, military leadership, war, religious authority, mindfulness, and personal growth through failure and adversity.
What they talked about
- Mushroom trip during bear hunt in Canada
- Bear visions and lessons from ayahuasca
- Psychedelic experiences and their lasting impact
- Ocean depths and mythical sea creatures
- Anthropomorphizing animals and wolf behavior
- Hunting ethics and intentions
- Fame, depression, and societal pressure
- Cultural appropriation and virtue signaling
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