This article presents a video and full transcript of Alexander “Sasha” Shulgin’s compelling speech titled “Why I Do What I Do“. In this talk, Shulgin explores the philosophical and scientific reasons behind his work with psychedelics, providing a unique insight into the mind of the man who pioneered the study of psychoactive compounds. Watch the video and read the cleaned-up transcript for a detailed look at Shulgin’s thoughts on the meaning of life, scientific discovery, and the role of psychedelics in expanding consciousness.