Hamilton's Pharmacopeia

2016
3 Seasons
20 Episodes
9 (16)
Ended

Join an incredible journey through the history, chemistry and societal impacts of the world’s most extraordinary drugs.

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6. Ultra LSD

February 08, 2021

With the precise structure of LSD's molecular target identified, Hamilton discusses the new era of psychedelic research and meets pioneers of the field.

5. Bufotenine: In Search of Hataj

February 01, 2021

Succumbing to viewer requests, Hamilton journeys to South America to understand the legend of Bufotenine, the world's oldest psychedelic.

4. Synethetic Ibogaine-Natural Tramadol

January 25, 2021

After revealing a scientific mystery around Tramadol-addicted cows in Central Africa, Hamilton follows a Gabonese opiate addict to a psychedelic ritual.

3. Xenon: the Perfect Anesthetic?

January 18, 2021

Hamilton traces the multibillion year history of nitrous oxide on Earth and follows the strangest noble gas to the Czech Republic.

2. A Positive Methamphetamine Story

January 11, 2021

From X-ray crystallography to vesicular dopamine release, Hamilton travels the country visiting meth labs in order to understand the process behind a great American folk art.

1. Synthetic Toad Venom Machine

January 04, 2021

Haunted by past mistakes, Hamilton embarks on a journey to correct an error in his reporting and identifies the origin of an international toad venom smoking phenomenon.