David Baddiel to take drugs live on TV
Drug test ... comedian David Baddiel
COMEDIAN David Baddiel is to take Class A drugs live on telly as part of a scientific study for a new show.
The Three Lions on a Shirt star will sample the substance MDMA, often known as
“Mandy”, and then discuss how he is feeling.
David, 47, and other celebs are taking part in the Channel 4 series Drug Live, which aims to explore the effects MDMA has on the brain.
The show, hosted by newsman Jon Snow and Embarrassing Bodies presenter Dr Christian Jessen, will feature a 90-minute debate.
It will also include author Lionel Shriver, who wrote the novel We Need To Talk About Kevin about a murderous disturbed teenager.
A scientific team is trying to determine if MDMA, which causes euphoria and reduces anxiety, could benefit people with post-traumatic stress disorder.
The drug, a pure form of ecstasy, was outlawed in 1977.
Channel 4 are talking to other celebs about taking part in Drug Live, which airs in July. Politicians, cops and clergymen who support the medical use of MDMA will also appear.
Earlier this week an inquest heard how Leicester holidaymaker Jodi Taylor, 25, fell to her death from a hotel balcony in Ibiza after taking MDMA.
David, 47, and other celebs are taking part in the Channel 4 series Drug Live, which aims to explore the effects MDMA has on the brain.
The show, hosted by newsman Jon Snow and Embarrassing Bodies presenter Dr Christian Jessen, will feature a 90-minute debate.
It will also include author Lionel Shriver, who wrote the novel We Need To Talk About Kevin about a murderous disturbed teenager.
A scientific team is trying to determine if MDMA, which causes euphoria and reduces anxiety, could benefit people with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Trial ... Class A drug MDMA
Channel 4 are talking to other celebs about taking part in Drug Live, which airs in July. Politicians, cops and clergymen who support the medical use of MDMA will also appear.
Earlier this week an inquest heard how Leicester holidaymaker Jodi Taylor, 25, fell to her death from a hotel balcony in Ibiza after taking MDMA.
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