Surviving the Unknown: Exploring Plant Medicine, UFOs, and The Fear of AI

Chapter Codes:
00:00- Show Intro
02:40- Jack & Neil take an Extreme Survivalist Course
03:27- Neil Strauss and his infatuation with survival practices
05:40- Jack climbed El Capitan Mountain during Hurricane Katrina
07:10- COVID & Survival Preparedness
08:40- The toilet paper hysteria
12:00- Jack watched 6 gang members control an entire group of people
13:30- The government’s response to January 6th
15:40- It’s not the fear of AI, but the fear of human’s response to it
16:15- Will Neil Strauss release an ‘Emergency Part II’?
18:50- Neil travels to Italy to meet with the Mafia for the New York Times
22:13- Neil on his novel “The Game” and the public’s response
25:00- Jack’s response to being criticized in the media
26:49- Neil’s new project involving Russian Culture
31:00-Neil’s childhood and it’s influence on his career
31:40- The terror of The ‘Gulag Archipelago’ novel
33:50- Holotropic Breathwork & psychedelic experiences for trauma healing
37:05- Jack and Neil dive deep- are they comfortable being alone?
40:00- Jack and Neil commit to a Silent and Dark Room Retreat together
41:00- Neil Strauss was dosed by an Evil Shaman!
42:50- Jack’s experiences with Ayahuasca, San Pedro & Psilocybin
47:00- The inspiration behind Neil’s book ‘The Truth’
50:40- Jack’s insights after being diagnosed with MS
54:50- Visiting the Monroe Institute for out of body experiences
57:00- There’s an advanced program to set ghosts free in haunted houses?
59:05- Is the UFO information release just staggered disclosure?
01:02:40- Jack’s bucket theory of the paranormal explained
01:05:00- Are we players in a simulation?
01:06:40-The future of AI
01:11:44- The largest and most expensive antique book collection in Los Angeles
01:13:19 -Show outros and closing

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In the latest episode of 'Ghosts and Grit,' Jack Osbourne is joined by special guest Neil Strauss, renowned American author and investigative journalist. They reminisce about a survivalist course they both took many years ago, sparking a fascinating discussion on Neil's deep fascination with survival preparedness and its relevance in today’s world. Together, they dissect society's reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic and discuss the government's response, shedding light on the underlying dynamics at play. The discussion takes an intriguing turn as Jack and Neil explore the topic of artificial intelligence, delving into the fear surrounding AI and how it stems more from human reactions than the technology itself. Neil shares insights into his books, from "Emergency" to "Truth" and "The Game," and reflects on the controversial response they elicited from the public. The conversation dives fearlessly into the realm of plant medicine, as the duo open up about their personal experiences, psychedelic visions, and the unexpected encounter Neil had with an evil shaman spiraling them into a deeper conversation on their beliefs on death and the afterlife, UFOs, and the concept staggered disclosure.

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For those just tuning in, join Jack Osbourne, adventurer, producer, and host extraordinaire, as he shares his thoughts on a medley of topics spanning adventure, survival, paranormal experiences, and beyond. With compelling weekly episodes, Jack welcomes a host of intriguing guests for in-depth conversations, taking you along for a wild ride into his unique world. With each episode, he brings forth extraordinary individuals who have confronted their own demons, both literal and metaphorical, unearthing profound insights into their incredible resilience, grit and the unbreakable human spirit. This one-of-a-kind podcast promises an unparalleled experience, fueled by Jack's boundless curiosity, fearless approach, exceptional guests, and uncensored discussions that will leave you captivated week after week.

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