Appears On
Episode Appearances
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Apr 1, 2026
Michael Pollan Returns (on consciousness)
“Buddhist teacher who guided Pollan through cave retreat and self-deconstruction practices”
Consciousness definition and the hard problem of subjective experienceEvolution of consciousness and theory of mind in social primatesPlant sentience and neurobiology of plants
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Good Life Project · Mar 5, 2026
Michael Pollan: Wake Up & Reclaim Your Attention
“Zen teacher and retreat center director who taught Pollan about 'don't know mind' and uncertainty”
Consciousness Definition and NeuroscienceAttention Economy and Digital DistractionMeditation and Contemplative Practice
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10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 25, 2026
Michael Pollan On: Reducing Rumination, Reclaiming Your Attention From the Machines, and MDMA-Assisted Therapy
“Zen priest and founder of Upaya retreat center who guided Pollan's cave meditation experience and taught don't know mind”
Consciousness definition and hard problem of consciousnessMeditation practice and rumination interruptionPsychedelic-assisted therapy and MDMA therapy
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On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Feb 16, 2026
Michael Pollan: The Hidden Cost Of Constant Distraction (Use THIS Practice To Reclaim Your Attention, Clarity, And Inner Freedom)
“Zen teacher at Upaya Zen Center in Santa Fe; Pollan reported on silent meditation retreats for consciousness research”
Consciousness and subjective experiencePsychedelic-assisted therapy and mental health treatmentMeditation and contemplative neuroscience
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