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This podcast explores the science, history, and culture of altered states — from psychedelics and plant medicines to meditation, hypnosis, anesthesia, dreaming, sensory deprivation, and everything in between.

We dig into the research without the jargon overload, unpack the stories and traditions that shaped these experiences across cultures and centuries, and talk honestly about what people actually encounter when consciousness shifts. No hype, no lectures — just clear, thoughtful conversations about one of the most fascinating (and least understood) parts of being human.New episodes regularly.

Come along for the ride.]]>enFictionRobb Jarretthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4c9215236fbe47c1b567255b5d737197.jpghttps://www.robbcast.comFri, 28 Aug 2026 09:27:37 +0000Robb JarrettRobb Jarrettrobb@medialabb.netAn exploration of unknown facts, people, places and things. Some may consider this a collection of useless information that may one day come in handy.
This podcast explores the science, history, and culture of altered states — from psychedelics and plant medicines to meditation, hypnosis, anesthesia, dreaming, sensory deprivation, and everything in between.

We dig into the research without the jargon overload, unpack the stories and traditions that shaped these experiences across cultures and centuries, and talk honestly about what people actually encounter when consciousness shifts. No hype, no lectures — just clear, thoughtful conversations about one of the most fascinating (and least understood) parts of being human.New episodes regularly.

Come along for the ride.]]>false2748c06d-984d-54b3-90c3-2865fb47b2f0episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quiet-your-mind-the-art-and-practice-of-meditation--74720868
If you enjoyed this episode, the best way to support the show is to subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might find it interesting. You can find new episodes, links, and more at robbcast.com. Just a quick note: this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here is medical advice, and exploring altered states always comes with real risks and responsibilities. Until next time — stay curious.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74720868Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:15:02 +0000Robb JarrettExplore the quiet focus of meditation practice. Observe how stillness shapes our perception of time and inner calm. This observation of moments offers a framework for understanding the role of mindfulness in daily life. By observing the transition...
If you enjoyed this episode, the best way to support the show is to subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might find it interesting. You can find new episodes, links, and more at robbcast.com. Just a quick note: this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here is medical advice, and exploring altered states always comes with real risks and responsibilities. Until next time — stay curious.]]>2018anxiety,awareness,breathing,buddhism,conscious,depression,exercises,for,guided,happiness,meditation,mindfulness,neuroscience,practice,stillnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-science-of-dreaming-rem-sleep-lucid-dreams-nightmares-why-we-dream--73938406
If you enjoyed this episode, the best way to support the show is to subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might find it interesting. You can find new episodes, links, and more at robbcast.com. Just a quick note: this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here is medical advice, and exploring altered states always comes with real risks and responsibilities. Until next time — stay curious.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73938406Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:05:02 +0000Robb JarrettDreaming science REM sleep lucid dreams nightmares false awakenings: every night your brain builds immersive worlds you mostly forget by morning. Explore the real neuroscience of sleep stages, memory consolidation, activation-synthesis theory,...
If you enjoyed this episode, the best way to support the show is to subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might find it interesting. You can find new episodes, links, and more at robbcast.com. Just a quick note: this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here is medical advice, and exploring altered states always comes with real risks and responsibilities. Until next time — stay curious.]]>2029activation,awakenings,dream,dreaming,emotional,explained,false,lucid,memory,neuroscience,nightmares,regulation,rem,science,sleep,stages,synthesis,theory,we,whyfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-mind-what-altered-states-actually-are-and-why-they-matter--73831949
If you enjoyed this episode, the best way to support the show is to subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might find it interesting. You can find new episodes, links, and more at robbcast.com. Just a quick note: this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here is medical advice, and exploring altered states always comes with real risks and responsibilities. Until next time — stay curious.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73831949Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:29:43 +0000Robb JarrettAltered States of Consciousness | Episode 1 with Robb Jarrett – Dreaming, Meditation & Psychedelics **Spotify Description:** Episode 1 with host Robb Jarrett introduces altered states of consciousness. Explore the everyday mystery of dreaming, a...
If you enjoyed this episode, the best way to support the show is to subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might find it interesting. You can find new episodes, links, and more at robbcast.com. Just a quick note: this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here is medical advice, and exploring altered states always comes with real risks and responsibilities. Until next time — stay curious.]]>1613altered,anesthesia,brain,consciousness,dmt,dreaming,experience,hypnosis,ketamine,lsd,lucid,mdma,meditation,mind,podcast,psilocybin,psychedelics,research,science,statesfalse1full