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Every book Bruce Damer recommended on podcasts

3 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Bruce Damer appeared as a guest on The Joe Rogan Experience, episode number 561, which aired on October 14, 2014. During his appearance on the podcast, Damer engaged in wide-ranging discussions that touched upon science fiction literature, historical mysteries, and psychonautic exploration, demonstrating a strong interest in how narrative and science intersect. He discussed the science fiction classic Lucifer's Hammer by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle, specifically highlighting a vivid scene depicting a comet impact and recommending the book as a worthwhile read. In addition to discussing Niven and Pournelle's work, Damer referenced several other notable texts during the conversation. He mentioned The Invisible Landscape by Terence McKenna and Dennis McKenna while exploring Terence McKenna's novelty theory. Furthermore, Damer brought up the book Psychedelia by Patrick Lundborg, published the previous year, while elaborating on the details and historical context of the Eleusinian Mysteries. Throughout the episode, Damer utilized these various literary works to support his broader points on science, human history, and altered states of consciousness, offering listeners insight into the texts that informed his perspectives.