The Chemical Collective Episode 14: New Insights: Spring 2023 Recap and Future Directions of Neuroscience​In this episode The Chemical Collective have an open discussion about some of the most interesting topics discussed over the semester and highlight the importance of ongoing research into the effects of drugs on the brain and society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 13: Alcohol Part 2 (Tequila)​The origin of tequila, an alcoholic beverage made from the blue agave plant, can be traced all the way back to pre-Columbian times. In this episode The Chemical Collective expand on the impact that tequila has on the brain and body as well as its role in society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 12: Khat​Khat is a flowering plant native to East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula used for centuries for its stimulating and euphoric effects. In this episode The Chemical Collective explore the world of Khat and discuss its active compound's effects on the brain and its role throughout history.

The Chemical Collective Episode 11: San Pedro​San Pedro is a fast-growing cactus species with a rich history of use by indigenous peoples of the Andean region in their medicinal, spiritual, and religious practices. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the San Pedro cactus, its active compound’s effects on the brain, and its use in the past and present.

The Chemical Collective Episode 10: Ashwagandha ​Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb that has been used for centuries in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss Ashwagandha and discuss its active compound’s effects on the brain as well as society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 9: Mandrake Mandrake, a native plant to the Mediterranean region, is known for its medicinal and psychoactive effects. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss we dive into the mysterious world of mandrake and discuss its active compound’s effects on the brain, and its role throughout history.

The Chemical Collective Episode 8: Mescaline In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the psychedelic component of peyote, mescaline, its effects on the brain, and its importance to the Native American Church and society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 7: 2C-I 2C-I is a synthesized psychedelic with an interesting past. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the chemical compound, 2C-I,  and some of its effects on the brain and society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 6: Alcohol Part 1 (Whiskey) Whiskey is a staple at most bars and restaurants and has a history that dates back to ancient times. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the alcoholic beverage, whiskey,  and some of its effects on the brain and its role through out time.

The Chemical Collective Episode 5: Caffeine Part 1 (Coffee) Coffee is among the most popular beverages around the globe. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss coffee, its psychoactive component caffeine, and some of their effects on the brain and society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 4: Betel Betel, also known as betel nut or areca nut, is a seed of the fruit of the areca palm tree. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the practice of taking betel and its effects on the brain, body, and across culture

The Chemical Collective Episode 3: Kratom Historically, communities have used the leaves of the kratom tree as traditional medicine to minimize and treat pain, gastrointestinal issues, and increase energy levels. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the traditional medicine, kratom, and some of its effects on the brain and society.

The Chemical Collective Episode 2: Nicotine​In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss nicotine, a substance found in tobacco plants, that dates back to the indigenous peoples of the Americas who have used tobacco for thousands of years for spiritual, medicinal, and social purposes.

A growing body of scientific evidence suggests that psychedelics may have beneficial effects in the treatment of a range of mental health conditions. In this episode The Chemical Collective discuss the resurgence of interest and research into the therapeutic and medicinal potential of psychedelics.