Hamilton's Pharmacopeia
This documentary series travels around the world to explore unusual psychoactive substances through their history, chemistry, and cultural roles. Along the way, it speaks with researchers, chemists, and local communities to examine effects, risks, and why these drugs matter in society.
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Season 3
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E1
Synthetic Toad Venom Machine
Haunted by past mistakes, Hamilton embarks on a journey to correct an error in his reporting and identifies the origin of an international toad venom smoking phenomenon.
Jan 4, 2021 · 44m -
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E2
A Positive Methamphetamine Story
From X-ray crystallography to vesicular dopamine release, Hamilton travels the country visiting meth labs in order to understand the process behind a great American folk art.
Jan 11, 2021 · 43m -
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E3
Xenon: the Perfect Anesthetic?
Hamilton traces the multibillion year history of nitrous oxide on Earth and follows the strangest noble gas to the Czech Republic.
Jan 18, 2021 -
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E4
Synethetic Ibogaine-Natural Tramadol
After revealing a scientific mystery around Tramadol-addicted cows in Central Africa, Hamilton follows a Gabonese opiate addict to a psychedelic ritual.
Jan 25, 2021 -
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E5
Bufotenine: In Search of Hataj
Succumbing to viewer requests, Hamilton journeys to South America to understand the legend of Bufotenine, the world's oldest psychedelic.
Feb 1, 2021 · 43m -
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E6
Ultra LSD
With the precise structure of LSD's molecular target identified, Hamilton discusses the new era of psychedelic research and meets pioneers of the field.
Feb 8, 2021 · 44m