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Damer-McKenna: Bruce, Terence, and Virtual Worlds

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Jonathan
May 10, 2026
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Originally aired as Salon #231 of the Psychedelic Salon podcast. A recording of one of the last conversations Bruce Damer and Terence McKenna had at Terence's house, exploring virtual worlds and the future of consciousness.

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The transcript explores advanced concepts in astrobiology, space missions, planetary science, and Earth's geological history, focusing on life evolution, communication, and technology. It discusses the challenges of AI and machine life, the significance of stromatolites in oxygen production, and detailed space exploration missions like Galileo and Titan. The dialogue also touches on volcanology and the role of life and water in shaping Earth's geology.

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