# Dr. John C. Lilly and the Frontiers of Consciousness

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Podcast: [Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toronto-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593854)
Published: 2026-06-14T16:47:25+00:00
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Dr. John C. Lilly, the mad scientist of consciousness, turned his own body into a lab—experimenting with dolphins, psychedelics, and sensory deprivation tanks to unlock the mind’s hidden realms. Now, a new film directed by Michael Almereyda and Courtney Stephens, narrated by Chloë Sevigny, dives into his radical quest to break through the boundaries of reality. This isn’t just a biography—it’s a thrilling exploration of a fearless thinker who dared to go where no one else dared, proving that the most profound discoveries often come from the most unconventional paths. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/15a0596dc3239bec

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