Michael Lee is a government scientist with a PhD in Physical Chemistry by day—and explores lucid dreaming, out-of-body experiences (OBEs), and soul retrievals by night. In this wide-ranging conversation, we cover how AI is transforming science (from protein design to materials and cybersecurity) and then dive deep into the astral: retrievals, lower vs. higher planes, Monroe’s Focus 27 “Park,” shape-shifting entities, and what non-human intelligences might be teaching us. We finish with practical tips for starting your own lucid-dreaming/astral practice.
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Michael Lee is Team Lead for Machine Learning at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory, building explainable models for maintenance, manufacturing, cybersecurity, and autonomy. A highly cited scientist, he earned a PhD in Physical Chemistry from UC Berkeley. While Michael Lee is a government scientist by day, at night, he’s exploring the astral plane, lucid dreaming, and retrieving lost souls.
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