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Michael Pollan: How To Change Your Mind

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It was like I wasn't allowed in the industry until I'd read your book, right? How to Change Your Mind.

Paper Lion
George Plimpton

I love that book.

I was writing a piece that became a chapter in the Omnivore's Dilemma on the meat industry and how fucked up it is and feed lots and the drugs they g…

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Michael Pollan is an author who between his five bestsellers has sold millions of books. Through exploring our connection to the natural world, he reveals sides of ourselves that we never knew we had. As an author and a journalist, it’s Michael’s job to question everything. But in his 50s he turned the tables on himself and began to question his own assumptions. What followed was a one-of-a-kind journey that took him to explore the nature of his own perception of the world which would take him into trying going caffeine-free and trying psychedelic drugs. Now, he shares what he’s learnt from that journey with us. Michael’s book, This is Your Mind on Plants, is out in paperback this summer, and his Netflix series How to Change Your Mind drops July 12th. Follow Michael: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michael.pollan/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/michaelpollan/ Michael’s book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Your-Plants-Michael-Pollan/ Michael’s Netflix series: https://www.netflix.com/title/80229847 Follow me: https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceo
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Michael Pollan

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George Plimpton

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Michael Pollan

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Best for Individuals interested in mental health and psychedelicsOften cited around psychedelics and mental health

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals interested in mental health and psychedelics
Key quote: It was like I wasn't allowed in the industry until I'd read your book, right? How to Change Your Mind.
The host mentions 'How to Change Your Mind' as a pivotal book that colleagues insisted he read before entering the psychedelics industry. This highlights the book's significant impact on understanding the potential of psychedelics in addressing mental health issues.
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Paper Lion
George Plimpton
Best for Aspiring writers and journalistsOften cited around importance of curiosity in writing

The book is described as influential in shaping the speaker's approach to journalism and writing, particularly in sports writing.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Aspiring writers and journalists
Key quote: I love that book.
The host mentions 'Paper Lion' as a pivotal influence on their approach to journalism and storytelling. They appreciate how George Plimpton's immersive style and sense of wonder transformed sports writing, inspiring them to adopt a similar method in their own work.
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Best for Journalists and writers interested in immersive storytellingOften cited around writing about food systems

The book is referenced in relation to a piece about the meat industry and the author's experience following a cow through the food system.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Journalists and writers interested in immersive storytelling
Key quote: I was writing a piece that became a chapter in the Omnivore's Dilemma on the meat industry and how fucked up it is and feed lots and the drugs they give the animals.
The host discusses how his immersive approach to journalism led him to buy a cow to understand the meat industry for his piece in 'The Omnivore's Dilemma.' This experience provided him with unique insights and a personal connection to the subject matter, enhancing his storytelling.
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How to Change Your Mind
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It was like I wasn't allowed in the industry until I'd read your book, right? How to Change Your Mind.
Paper Lion
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · 6:41
I love that book.
The Omnivore's Dilemma
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How to Change Your Mind
Michael Pollan

The host mentions 'How to Change Your Mind' as a pivotal book that colleagues insisted he read before entering the psychedelics industry. This high…

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Paper Lion
George Plimpton

The host mentions 'Paper Lion' as a pivotal influence on their approach to journalism and storytelling. They appreciate how George Plimpton's immer…

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Mentioned at 8:41
The Omnivore's Dilemma
Michael Pollan

The host discusses how his immersive approach to journalism led him to buy a cow to understand the meat industry for his piece in 'The Omnivore's D…

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