A four-part audio adaptation of John C. Lilly’s book The Scientist: A Novel Autobiography. Written and performed by Jon Torn. Music by Freddie Katz and Jon Torn. Produced by Freddie Katz at Sierra Sound, New York, NY
Start credits: Monica Burres. End credits: Vera Beren. Margaret: Nica Buescher. Presented by permission of the Estate of John C. Lilly. Philip Bailey, Executor
This presentation depicts interrelated instances of drug use, animal research, and sexual situations. Listener discretion is advised.
Episode One: The Wave
While working for the NIH in the 1950s, Lilly develops a powerful form of mind control which catches the attention of the CIA
Episode Two: The Tank
First communication with dolphins leads Lilly to the floatation tank and myriad forms of mind expansion
Episode Three: The Cove
The St. Thomas Experiments with dolphin-human communication and their aftermath
Episode Four: Solid State
When taking Ketamine, Lilly discovers he can communicate with extraterrestrials with plans for world domination