<p>This conversation with Dr. Matt Johnson delves into a new study he co-authored examining the effects of psilocybin on religious professionals, exploring their sacred experiences and the implications for their faith and practice. The discussion covers the study’s design, participant recruitment challenges, and the psychological impacts of psychedelics on spirituality and religious beliefs.</p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p><strong>00:00 </strong>Introduction to Psychedelic Therapy</p><p><strong>01:52 </strong>Exploring the Psilocybin Study</p><p><strong>05:55 </strong>Spiritual Implications of Psychedelic Experiences</p><p><strong>07:34 </strong>Exploring the Study’s Intentions</p><p><strong>08:26 </strong>Understanding the Psychological Impact of Psilocybin</p><p><strong>08:53 </strong>Study Design Overview</p><p><strong>12:54 </strong>Diversity of Religious Participants</p><p><strong>16:59 </strong>Challenges in Recruitment</p><p><strong>20:49 </strong>Experiences During Psilocybin Sessions</p><p><strong>24:41 </strong>Exploring Common Religious Experiences</p><p><strong>28:58 </strong>Study Findings and Implications</p><p><strong>43:36 </strong>Exploring Tolerance and Positive Attitudes Post-Psilocybin</p><p><strong>46:30 </strong>Behavioral Changes and the Role of Service in Clergy</p><p><strong>48:44 </strong>The Importance of Concrete Behavioral Assessments</p><p><strong>55:36 </strong>The Critical Window for Change After Psychedelic Experiences</p><p><strong>57:18</strong> Positive Effects and Sacred Experiences from Psilocybin Sessions</p><p><strong>01:00:21 </strong>Understanding Profound Experiences and Their Impact</p><p><strong>01:05:05 </strong>Unconditional Love and Its Duration in Psilocybin Experiences</p><p><strong>01:10:18 </strong>Appreciation for Religious Diversity and Its Implications</p><p><strong>01:14:05 </strong>The Complexity of Tolerance and Belief Systems</p><p><strong>01:18:32 </strong>Ethical Oversight and Compliance in Research</p><p><strong>01:28:50 </strong>Religious Symbols and Their Impact on Research</p><p><strong>01:34:13 </strong>Diversity and Representation in Research</p><p><strong>01:40:14</strong> Publication Delays and Ethical Implications</p><p><strong>Support The Illusion of Consensus!</strong></p><p><strong><em>The Illusion of Consensus</em></strong><strong> is a fully reader-supported publication. If you support the high-quality science and Big Pharma journalism on this site, consider </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.illusionconsensus.com/subscribe"><strong>becoming a paid or founding member</strong></a><strong> to receive exclusive articles, early-access episodes, and ask questions for future episodes. Or </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://donorbox.org/help-fund-independent-journalism-2"><strong>support </strong></a><a target="_blank" href="https://donorbox.org/help-fund-independent-journalism-2"><strong><em>The Illusion of Consensus</em></strong></a><a target="_blank" href="https://donorbox.org/help-fund-independent-journalism-2"><strong> with a one-time donation</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.illusionconsensus.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.illusionconsensus.com/subscribe</a>