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Episode 122:

In this episode, we delved into the intricate journey of the wounded healer and the profound importance of understanding our personal myths and soul purpose. Florian shared his unique perspective on the transformative potential of psychedelics, highlighting the need for respect and deeper connection in their use. We also discussed the dark side of psychedelic therapy, emphasizing the significance of shadow work and the role of Aromas in healing. Join us as we explore these critical themes and more, aiming to provide valuable insights into the world of psychedelic healing.

About Florian:

Through his commitment to his own Wounded Healer’s journey, Florian shares with his clients and students his deep understanding of what it is to be human and find your own personal myth or soul’s purpose. After a career in mainstream academic psychiatry and addiction treatment, he became frustrated by the overemphasis on pharmaceuticals to cover up symptoms and decided to use his knowledge and experience to help people recover from pharmaceutical medications. Florian received his bachelor’s degree in molecular biology at Princeton University, where he learned to question assumptions and discover the hidden gifts of the unseen side of life, the shadow. He received his medical doctorate from Columbia University, which taught him how to think critically about ‘business-as-usual’ medicine and inspired him to become an addiction psychiatrist. Psychiatry Residency at the University of New Mexico. Board-certified in Psychiatry. ASAM-certified in Addiction Medicine. Certified Life Coach (CLCI)

Connect with Florian:

Website: https://aromagnosis.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florian-birkmayer-md-91b4b22b3?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/florianbirkmayermd/p/the-shadow-side-of-psychedelic-therapy?r=xbjig&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 121:

In this episode, we explore Garyth Moxey's incredible journey from early exposure to psychedelics at Stonehenge festivals to becoming a renowned 5-MeO-DMT practitioner. Garyth shares his personal battles with addiction, his recovery process, and how psychedelics like LSD and Ibogaine played a transformative role. We dive into the complexities of Ibogaine treatment, its effectiveness in addiction recovery, and the importance of proper medical supervision. Garyth also discusses the powerful synergy between Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT. Join us for an enlightening conversation on the healing potential of these powerful substances.

About Garyth:

Garyth Moxey is a native of Canada and a highly influential figure in the field of entheogen provision and harm reduction advocacy, based in Vancouver, British Columbia. With credentials from the Synthesis Institute as a trained psychedelic therapist, Garyth specializes in the application of Ibogaine for addiction detoxification, with a particular focus on opiate addiction. He also offers specialized sessions utilizing 5-MeO-DMT and Psilocybin for psychospiritual exploration.

Connect with Garyth:

Website: http://www.innerrealmscenter.coming

Podcast: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/garyth

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garythmoxey/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/garyth-moxey-b00614266

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 120:

In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Weisse, a former tech executive turned psychedelic advocate and writer. Andrew shares his profound journey of discovering the healing power of psychedelics. We discuss the importance of mystical experiences, the current wave of the psychedelic movement, and the crucial role of education in dispelling myths and promoting safe, informed use. Andrew also reflects on his personal insights from various psychedelic journeys and emphasizes the need for thorough integration work. Join us for an insightful conversation on understanding and harnessing the potential of psychedelics for healing and personal growth.

About Andrew:

Andrew M. Weisse is a former tech executive turned psychedelic advocate and writer. After a successful career in technology, Andrew now explores the potentials of psychedelics through a weekly blog, blending rigorous analysis with personal insights. Driven by personal experiences of loss and healing, Andrew aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and public understanding, promoting a well-informed and compassionate approach to psychedelic studies.

Connect with Andrew:

Website: https://thepsychedelicblog.substack.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEXHe4ZJ9OWi6yHHuUkFSCg

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewweisse?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 119:

In this episode, Dr. Rochester shares her extensive knowledge on the ceremonial use of plant medicines, highlighting their millennia-long history among indigenous tribes for healing and spiritual insight. Her roles as an ordained Interfaith minister, educator, and founder of a recognized church in Canada provide her with unique insights into the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in using these sacred substances. Dr. Rochester also shares touching insights into her personal journey and the necessity of a guided, respectful approach to using psychedelics. We explore the crucial importance of proper training, the dangers of self-proclaimed expertise in the field, and the profound responsibility of facilitating psychedelic experiences. Join us as we uncover the depth of psychedelic work and its careful integration into modern practices.

Our previous conversations:

https://youtu.be/eOc1v25EDU0?si=X6bdeM1pxTa6AtWU

About Jessica:

Rev Dr. Jessica Rochester is the author of Ayahuasca Awakening, A Guide to Self-Discovery, Self-Mastery and Self-Care, Volume One and Two. She is an ordained Inter-Faith Minister with a Doctorate in Divinity. A transpersonal counselor and educator, she trained in the work of the psychiatrist Roberto Assagioli MD and trained with Stanislav Grof MD. Dr. Rochester is the Madrinha of Céu do Montréal, the Santo Daime (Ayahuasca) church she founded in 1997. She has been a workshop leader, teacher, and in private practice. She continues to lecture on consciousness, non-ordinary states of consciousness, self-discovery, spiritual development, and personal transformation. From 2001 to 2017 she worked with Health Canada to achieve the recognition of the Santo Daime as a legitimate religion and the right to import the Santo Daime Sacrament for ritual use. In June 2017, this mission was accomplished and Céu do Montréal received an Exemption to import and serve the Santo Daime Sacrament.

Connect with Jessica:

Website: https://www.revdrjessicarochester.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revdrjrochester/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/revdrjessica-rochester/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063636693815

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 118:

In this episode we delve into Dana's transformative journey from an infectious disease consultant on the COVID frontlines to a leader in psychedelic medicine. Dana shares her personal experiences with psychedelic therapies, reshaping her perspective and healing methods, leading to the creation of her company. She passionately discusses the significant impact of psychedelic medicines in healing trauma and fostering deep connections, contrasting this with her medical background. We also touch on the challenges and ethics in the psychedelic space, highlighting the importance of intentional use and respect for indigenous practices. Join us to explore how Dana integrates these profound insights into her therapeutic work and how this shift is influencing wider perceptions and approaches to mental health and healing.

About Dana:

Dr. Dana Lerman received her M.D. at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in New York. She completed Internal Medicine residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital and fellowship in Infectious Disease at The Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Lerman is board certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease. She has worked as an infectious disease consultant all over the United States for over ten years. Dr. Lerman was the founder of The COVID Consultants, a national COVID-19 consulting and testing firm. During the pandemic she identified herself as a wounded healer and began her own mental wellness journey which led her to an ayahuasca retreat in Costa Rica. Since this time Dr. Lerman’s passions have shifted focus and she has since received training and certification in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy from the Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI) in Boulder, Colorado. Dr. Lerman is in MAPS training via IPI. She has received further training in trauma via PESI, Internal Family Systems via the IFS Institute, and Ecotherapy with the Earth Body Institute. She volunteers with Zendo Project trip sitting at Burning Man. Her prior personal history of psychedelic use, including work with ketamine, psilocybin, LSD, 5-MeO-DMT, Ayahuasca and DMT and other purgatives such as Kambo, affords her the unique ability to know first hand what clients may be experiencing. Dr. Lerman treats patients at the Skylight Journey Center in Evergreen, CO.

Connect with Dana:

Website: https://skylightpsychedelics.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/skylightpsychedelics?igsh=MXdrODVucHkwNzdydg==

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-lerman-md-71249bb1?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 117:

In this episode, Bia shared her profound insights into the historical, cultural, and sacred dimensions of psychedelics, emphasizing the importance of treating these substances with respect and understanding their deep roots in various indigenous cultures. She passionately discussed her commitment to psychedelic justice, promoting the visibility and voices of minority groups, and her efforts in safeguarding sacred plants and cultural traditions. Our conversation also delved into the commercialization of psychedelics and the necessity for a balanced approach that honors their origins and potential risks. Bia's work at the Chacruna Institute serves as a beacon for those interested in the intersection of plant medicine, social justice, and cultural preservation. For more insights and to connect with the profound work Bia is doing, check the links in our show notes.

About Bia:

Dr. Beatriz Caiuby Labate (Bia Labate) is a queer Brazilian anthropologist based in San Francisco. She has a Ph.D. in social anthropology from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil. Her main areas of interest are the study of plant medicines, drug policy, shamanism, ritual, religion, and social justice. She is Executive Director of the Chacruna Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines. She serves as Public Education and Culture Specialist at the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), and Adjunct Faculty at the East-West Psychology Program at the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). She is also Diversity, Culture, and Ethics Advisor at the Synthesis Institute. Additionally, she is a co-founder of the Interdisciplinary Group for Psychoactive Studies (NEIP) in Brazil and editor of its site. She is author, co-author, and co-editor of twenty-four books, two special-edition journals, and several peer-reviewed articles.

Her Latest Book:

Psychedelic Justice: Toward a Diverse and Equitable Psychedelic Culture

https://amzn.eu/d/1NOkxFY

Bia's Websites:

• https://chacruna.net

• https://bialabate.net

• https://chacruna-iri.org

• https://chacruna-la.org

Connect with Bia:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bialabate1591?si=yAnmGu9mlYqP8Bfw

IG: https://www.instagram.com/labatebia?igsh=MWNjdW40MDM3Ymk2cA==

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bia-labate-8792a019a?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 116:

In this episode, we explore Michou Olivera's transformative journey with psychedelics, highlighting the profound impact of mushrooms and LSD on her life. We delve into the ethical dimensions of psychedelic use, the importance of setting, and the cultural shifts surrounding these powerful medicines, particularly in the context of the Psychedelic Renaissance. Michou’s work involves educating and empowering individuals to navigate their path towards self-discovery and enlightenment using these medicines responsibly and safely. We discuss the challenges and responsibilities of being a facilitator in this expanding field, emphasizing the need for ethical engagement, and thorough preparation. Michou's perspective as both a guide and a lifelong student in the world of psychedelics offers a compelling view of the possibilities that these medicines present for deep, personal transformation.

About Michou Olivera:

Michou Olivera is an accomplished expert in psychedelics, offering comprehensive services through her business, Michou Olivera Psychedelic Guidance & Integration. She provides guidance and support for those using psilocybin mushrooms and LSD, focusing on safe and effective usage for healing and personal transformation. Michou co-founded the Western Massachusetts Psychedelic Society and co-hosts the global Psychedelic Community Zoom. Her journey began in 2018 during a life crisis, leading her to reconnect with psychedelic mushrooms and experience profound personal changes and spiritual awakenings. Michou cultivates various mushroom strains and specializes in psychedelic guidance, integration, and education, with a focus on trauma-informed harm reduction and empowerment. She also teaches mycology and mentors in the psychedelic field.

Connect with Michou:

Website: https://michouolivera.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michouolivera/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michou.olivera

ThirdWave: https://thethirdwave.co/directory/therapists/psychedelic-integration/massachusetts/michou-olivera/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 115:

In this episode, Adam shares his transformative journey from having "the perfect life" to facing major personal downfalls that led him to the world of psychedelics. We delve into how DMT has reshaped his approach to life, mental health, and personal growth. This discussion also explores Adam's book, which provides insights and practical guidance on safely exploring DMT. For those interested in the profound impacts of psychedelic experiences on self-discovery and neuroplasticity, this conversation offers a deep dive into the subject. Join us as we explore the transformative power of psychedelics in navigating life's challenges and achieving profound personal insights.

Adam's Book:

Butler's DMT Field Guide: A Brief History, Step-by-Step Recipes, and Personal Experiences From a DMT Saturated Consciousness https://amzn.eu/d/gaSvGRY

About Adam:

Adam Butler is a psychedelic philosopher and passionate DMT psychonaut focusing on mental health, neuroplasticity, self-exploration, and the extreme limits of human potential and ability. Combining an academically trained intellect, empathetic heart, and life-hardening experiences, Adam has found his niche in helping others overcome the fear associated with PTSD, depression, sexual repression, and addiction. By incorporating psychedelic compounds with deep meditation, lucid dreaming, and tantric practices he has changed from being an over worked, over-weight, stressed-out alcoholic asshole into a balanced, healthy, and sober friend and mentor to many.

Connect with Adam:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksbyadambutler?igsh=MWRhd3hpeHZnN2w2Nw==

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 114:

In this episode, we discuss Bradley's personal journey with plant medicine, which unexpectedly begins during a quest for relaxation in Costa Rica, leading to a profound transformation and the birth of Reunion. We delve into the misconceptions surrounding psychedelics, the healing power of community, and the importance of setting intentions for the retreat experience. Bradley shares insights into the curated retreats Reunion offers, emphasizing personal growth, self-development, and the importance of integration post-retreat. Our conversation also touches on the broader psychedelic renaissance, the legal landscape in Canada, and the critical role of self-acceptance and authenticity in the healing process. Join us on this enlightening journey as we explore the intersection of personal transformation and psychedelic experiences at Reunion.

About Bradley:

Bradley Wells is the Founder and Steward as well as a Workshop Facilitator at Reunion Costa Rica on Sugar Beach, a not-for-profit beach-front healing center. This unique center offers Ayahuasca and Psilocybin ceremonies, supplemented by both ancient and modern modalities designed to ignite the best in one's life. Reunion stands as a testament to the transformational power of plant medicine, fostering healing, learning, self-discovery, and self-acceptance for those who visit.

The inception of Reunion traces back to Wells' personal journey. Over his career, he established multiple successful companies, driven more by a determination to prove his worth than by sheer brilliance. This relentless pursuit of achievement, however, came at great personal sacrifice. A pivotal moment came somewhat unexpectedly when he had the opportunity to experience Ayahuasca, leading to a profound transformation in his outlook on life, business, and his own self-perception. This encounter with plant medicine set him on an incredible, challenging, yet ultimately rewarding path.

Wells learned that living authentically sometimes necessitates making difficult decisions for the sake of healing one's soul. His experiences enabled him to embrace his identity as a gay man—a truth he had long acknowledged but deeply suppressed. Opting to live more authentically, he came out, which led to significant changes in his life. He sold his company, ended his 25-year marriage amicably, and founded Reunion. Through establishing this retreat center, he has been able to apply the insights gained from his business career in a manner that eschews profit as the primary focus, instead finding great purpose and meaning.

Reunion's mission is to provide those seeking personal growth, self-acceptance, and healing with the opportunities and experiences necessary to foster positive change within themselves and, by extension, in the world. Wells has created a welcoming space at Reunion for everyone who wishes to ignite a new chapter in their life.

Connect with Bradley:

Website: https://www.reunionexperience.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thereunionexperience

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reunion.experience?igsh=MXE3c2FqMWVyc2puNw==

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-wells-191695103?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

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Episode 113:

In this episode, we discuss Inna Zelikman's journey and her insights into the transformative power of holistic and psychedelic-assisted therapies. As a seasoned integrative psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Inna brings over two decades of experience in treating substance use disorder, mental health issues, and chronic pain. We delve into the innovative approaches of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy offered at Recovery Without Walls, highlighting the personalized treatment plans and the integration of holistic healing methods. Our conversation covers the critical aspects of mental health care, the potential of psychedelic therapies to revolutionize psychiatric treatment, and the challenges within our current system. Join us on Psychedelic Conversations as we explore the pioneering work that is setting new paths for healing and transformation in the realm of mental health care.

About Inna:

Inna Zelikman RN, MS, ANP, PMH-NP, is an integrative psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and the Director of Integrative Mental Health at Recovery Without Walls. For the past 20 years, she has been treating patients with substance use disorder, mental health, and chronic pain. Mrs. Zelikman has completed MDMA-assisted psychotherapy training and is certified as a psychedelic practitioner with the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). She is certified in Internal Family Systems Level 1 and is currently in the process of completing Innate Somatic Intelligence™️ trauma therapy approach (ISITTA) training. She received her training in nutritional medicine through the American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM). Since 2020, Mrs. Zelikman has been offering ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for the treatment of substance use disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and chronic pain.

Connect with Inna:

Email: office@recoveryww.com

Website: https://recoverywithoutwalls.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverywowalls/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recovery.without.walls.rww/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 112:

In this episode, we delve into the world of Visionary Art with the renowned painter and sculptress, Martina Hoffmann. We discuss Martina's unique journey from her childhood in Cameroon and Germany to her pivotal encounters with psychedelic substances and visionary experiences that deeply influence her art. Martina shares insights into her artistic process, highlighting her work's focus on feminine divine, spirituality, and the intimate connection between expanded states of consciousness and creativity. She also reflects on her collaborations with visionary artists and mentors, including Robert Venosa and Stanislav Grof. This conversation offers a profound look into the life and work of a central figure in Contemporary Visionary Art, exploring the intersections of art, spirituality, and psychedelics.

About Martina:

German-born, Martina Hoffmann partially grew up in Cameroon, West Africa. She studied art education with Professor Kiefer (father of Anselm Kiefer) and sculpting with Professor Spelmann at the Johann Wolfgang Goethe University in Frankfurt/Main, Germany. During this time she also met the Fantastic Realist, Robert Venosa, and greatly inspired by his work, began her work as a painter. During their 30 year relationship they closely worked together, taught workshops worldwide and shared studios, both in the US as well as in Europe. Today Martina Hoffmann works as a painter and sculptress and remains a central figure in contemporary Visionary Art. Her paintings offer the viewer a detailed glimpse into her inner landscapes - imagery that has been inspired by expanded states of consciousness. Her Visionary Realism is decidedly feminine and places the ‘Universal Woman’ in an intimate cosmos. The artist has spoken on behalf of art and culture at events and conferences such as 'Estados Modificados De Consciencia', Universiity of Cuernavaca Mexico, 'Chimeria', France, and the 'The Promethean Impulse' at the HR Giger Museum in Switzerland, et. al..

Connect with Martina:

Website: https://www.martinahoffmann.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/artbird2013

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martina_hoffmann_art

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martina-hoffmann-aa88452/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MartinaHoffmannFineArt?ref=ts&fref=ts

Robert's Website: https://www.venosa.com

Pascal's Website: https://www.pascalferry.com

Please also take note of her VIVA pages, representing the private collection of art by Robert Venosa, Martina Hoffmann & Pascal Ferry. With over 350 pieces of paintings, drawings, book illustrations, sculpture, and the planning of a future museum/gallery space:

https://www.martinahoffmann.com/viva

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 111: 

In this episode we discuss Ambers personal journey of supporting her husband through multiple combat deployments and their struggles transitioning back to civilian life, leading to the discovery of psychedelic therapy as a path to healing. Her story is one of love, resilience, and the pursuit of healing, not only for her husband but for countless other veterans facing similar challenges. We delve into the challenges spouses face, the importance of community support, and the potential of psychedelics like ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT in treating PTSD, TBI, and fostering a deeper connection to life and purpose. As we explore the growth of VETS and their mission to expand access to psychedelic therapies, Amber's insights highlight the importance of individualized approaches, legislative change, and ongoing personal work in the healing journey.  

Join us as we uncover the profound impact of psychedelic therapy on veterans, their families, and the broader community, emphasizing hope, healing, and the endless possibilities of the human spirit. 

About Amber: 

Amber Capone - Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer. Amber has a history of fixing, building, and tenaciously seeking solutions to complex challenges. In 2019, she chose to walk away from a successful career at the top-producing real estate agent in order to pursue her most critical work yet, serving as a Co-Founder and chief executive officer of VETS. As her own personal and professional life began to unravel upon Marcus’ separation from the military, she became determined not to become a victim but to pursue victory for her own family, as well as countless others who are suffering. Amber possesses a heart for serving others and a steadfast determination to make a difference. 

Connect with Amber: 

Website - https://vetsolutions.org/  

LinkedIn for Amber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-capone/  

Linkedin for VETS: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vetsolutionsorg/  

VETS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veteransolutions/?hl=en  

Marcus and Amber Capone Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/marcus_amber_capone/?hl=en 

Thank you so much for joining us!  

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. 

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com 

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations 

This show is for information purposes only,  

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. 

About Susan Guner: 

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  

Connect with Susan: 

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ 

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ 

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner 

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner 

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ 

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner 

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!Episode 110:In this episode we explore Shari's transformative journey into mental health and her innovative approach to treatment, emphasizing the integration of traditional therapy with cutting-edge practices such as plant medicine and ketamine-assisted therapy. Shari shares her personal story, detailing how overcoming her own challenges led her to pursue a career in mental health and develop a unique treatment methodology that harmonizes mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. We delve into the significance of addressing mental health from a holistic perspective, including the impact of biopsychosocial evaluations, nutrition, fitness, and personal transformative practices. Shari's passion for educating on integrative mental health and psychedelic-assisted therapy shines through, providing invaluable insights into the future of mental health care. Join us on Psychedelic Conversations for this profound exploration of healing, self-discovery, and the power of integrative health practices!About Shari:Shari B. Kaplan, LCSW, a leading expert in mental health treatment and plant formulations, uses a transformative approach of mental healthcare. Kaplan emphasizes the power of integrative protocols that blend traditional therapy and medical treatment with innovative practices including Biopsychosocial evaluations, plant medicine, ketamine assisted therapy, trauma mind/body work, breath work, nutrition, fitness/movement, music and personal transformative practices. Kaplan is passionate about educating others clinicians in applied clinical practices of integrative mental health and Psychedelic assisted therapy.Connect with Shari:Website: https://www.cannectd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannectd?igsh=MWZpa2Jic2xyd3ozYg==Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.comPlease share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversationsThis show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.About Susan Guner:Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan:Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.gunerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susangunerTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/susangunerBlog: https://susanguner.medium.com/Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner#PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #ShariKaplan #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!Episode 109:In this episode we dive into Nathan's extensive experience with psychedelics, particularly focusing on the legal landscape of plant sacraments in Oregon, his personal journey with psychedelics for self-discovery, and the profound impact of San Pedro on healing and connection with nature. Nathan shares his insights on creating sacred spaces for ceremonies, the importance of setting and container, and how psychedelics are cultivating us for deeper connections with the earth and each other. Join us for a fascinating discussion on the transformational power of plant medicines!About Nathan:San Pedro Influencer; Master Fire & Ancestral Arts Educator; Bodyworker; Healing Facilitator & Ceremonial Guide; Rewilding Educator; Regenerative Cactus Farmer. Nathan is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Earth Educator, Fire Maker and Tender of the land. He offers a journey into the depths of your own center creating space for healing through a multi-sensory experience. Nathan believes that activating all of your senses harmonizes the body, mind and spirit, allowing deep relaxation. Working with great strength and soft listening hands, he integrates a combination of styles and techniques including sound therapy, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release and Esalen massage, a whole body nurturing experience using long, integrative strokes and designed to remind the body of its innate intelligence.Connect with Nathan:Website: https://www.sacredlivingcenter.com/aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cactivation?igsh=MTZrZzVqMGttMmpkaA==LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-tinder-a481b6298?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appThank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.comPlease share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversationsThis show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.About Susan Guner:Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan:Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.gunerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susangunerTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/susangunerBlog: https://susanguner.medium.com/Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner#PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #NathanTinder #PsychedelicPodcast #SanPedro #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

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Episode 108:

In this episode we dive into Kathryn's personal journey from her own experiences with trauma to her professional evolution as a licensed therapist and certified clinical trauma professional. Together, we explore the intricate relationship between trauma healing, the body's response to somatic experiences, and the transformative potential of psychedelic medicine. Kathryn opens up about her work with veterans since 2008 and how it has profoundly influenced her approach to trauma-informed psychedelic therapy. Join us as we delve into the power of psychedelics to heal and transform lives, underlining the necessity of safety, understanding, and compassion in these sacred journeys.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:35 - Introduction

03:14 - Kathryn's Background

09:13 - Trauma-Informed Facilitation

18:03 - Psychedelic Renaissance

22:53 - Preparation Work

26:39 - Building Connection

29:09 - Combining Medicines

33:48 - Somatic Work

40:22 - Embodiment

46:50 - Clinical Vs Indigenous

52:39 - Indigenous Lineage

57:36 - The Role Of Facilitation

01:03:42 - Being A Trauma Survivor

01:11:36 - Internal Vs External

01:14:46 - Recreational Use

01:22:05 - Future Projects

01:25:11 - Outro

About Kathryn:

Kathryn LaRoe, (Katie) is a licensed therapist, graduating from USC with her Masters in Social Work. She is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional II, Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider, and Psychedelic preparation/integration specialist. Katie unitizes integrative techniques to address the consciousness of trauma. She has worked with extensively with Veterans and specifically Special Operations men and woman since 2008. Katie believes that healing happens through relationships and connection to create a sense of safety and trust within one’s self. While Katie utilizes traditional methods of therapy such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Seeking Safety, she relies heavily on Nervous System Regulation, PolyVagal Theory, Emotional Freedom Technique, mindfulness, meditation, and self compassion; which is her starting point for a majority of her clients.

Connect with Kathryn:

Website: https://kathrynlaroe.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathryn_laroe_integrativecoach?igsh=dWh5NGg1bnJ1ODhi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-laroe?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 107:

In this episode, we discuss the groundbreaking Apollo Neuro device with its co-inventor, Dr. Dave Rabin. Born from a desire to address treatment-resistant mental illnesses through non-invasive means, Apollo Neuro uses vibration patterns to stimulate the body's natural safety responses, similar to soothing touch. Dr. Dave shares insights from his research journey, highlighting Apollo Neuro's role in managing stress, PTSD, and depression, and its potential in conjunction with psychedelic therapies for deeper mental health healing. This conversation not only sheds light on innovative psychiatric treatments but also explores the future of integrating technology with traditional therapeutic approaches for holistic well-being.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:36 - Introduction

03:02 - Dave's Background

07:19 - PS2023 Conference

09:23 - What Is Apollo Neuro?

14:31 - Where Can You Wear It?

19:30 - Psychedelic Studies

21:04 - Incorporating Microdosing

24:24 - Tapering Off SSRI's

28:41 - The Learning Effect

32:30 - Study On Cannabinoids

40:58 - The Psychedelic Renaissance

47:21 - Psychedelics And Epigenetics

48:49 - Where To Connect

50:20 - Outro

About Dave:

Dr. Dave Rabin, MD, PhD, is a neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health tech entrepreneur & inventor who has been studying the impact of chronic stress in humans for over 15 years. He is the co-founder & chief medical officer at Apollo Neuroscience. In addition to focusing on integration therapy, plant and natural medicines, couples therapy, and medicine-assisted psychotherapy, Dr. Rabin specializes in treatment-resistant mental illnesses including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosomatic disorders, personality disorders, chronic pain disorders, insomnia, and substance use disorders using minimal and non-invasive treatment strategies. Dr. Rabin has always been fascinated by consciousness and our inherent ability to heal ourselves from injury and illness. His research focuses on the clinical translation of non-invasive therapies for patients with treatment-resistant illnesses like PTSD and substance use disorders. In addition to his clinical psychiatry practice, Dr. Rabin is currently conducting research on the epigenetic regulation of trauma responses and recovery to elucidate the mechanism of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and the neurobiology of belief. Dr. Rabin received his MD in medicine and PhD in neuroscience from Albany Medical College and specialized in psychiatry with a distinction in research at Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Connect with Dave:

Website: https://www.drdave.io

Twitter: https://x.com/drdavidrabin?s=11&t=yQZ5Nn9I3PFK-NVgLsjHjA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdavidrabin?igsh=OXk3ZXJ4N216dWtk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavemdphd?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Apollo Neuroscience Website:

Website: https://apolloneuro.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Episode 106:

In this episode we discuss Steven's background story, what led him to work in the psychedelic medicine space, why he specifically chooses to work with ketamine, the risks associated with the rapid discontinuation of benzodiazepines and alcohol, what ketamine is and how it is administered, Steven's ketamine protocol at Nushama, the nature of psychedelics, post-pandemic observations, forgiving but not forgetting, the importance of having meaning in our lives, never losing hope to heal depression, and much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:31 - Introduction

02:56 - Steven's Background

06:46 - Why Ketamine?

07:57 - Post-Pandemic Observations

10:14 - Lost Psychedelic Research

12:04 - Benzodiazepine, Alcohol

16:11 - What Is Ketamine?

19:54 - Nushama's Protocol

24:50 - The Nature Of Psychedelics

28:55 - Infantile Perspective

33:06 - Thoughts On Bad Trips

35:45 - Multiple Modalities

39:07 - Legalizing Psychedelics

43:24 - Forgiving Yourself

47:49 - Steven's Social Media

49:13 - Having Meaning

50:05 - Last Words

52:12 - Outro

About Steven:

Dr. Radowitz has a wealth of experience seeing the effects trauma can have on our physical health firsthand. He joined Nushama to oversee and develop treatment modalities, believing psychedelics are the future of mental wellness as current solutions treat symptoms, not underlying issues. Dr. Radowitz also runs the primary care program at Goldman Sachs and practiced internal medicine and primary care since 1998. Originally from Montreal, he completed his M.D. at Chicago Medical School. He worked at St. Vincent’s in general medicine and HIV/AIDS units and was Medical Director of the inpatient alcohol and opiate detox and treatment unit. Dr. Radowitz’s focus is preventive medicine, getting to disease’s source before it manifests as “dis-ease,” a misalignment of mind, body, and spirit. He believes psychedelics are a powerful tool to discover the origin of imbalance. On a spiritual journey with Kabbalah, he also studies meditation and yoga.

Connect with Steven:

Website: https://nushama.com/

Twitter: https://x.com/nushamawellness?s=21&t=yQZ5Nn9I3PFK-NVgLsjHjA

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-radowitz-md?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 105:

In this episode we discuss Rachel's Background story, what led her to working in the psychedelic medicine space, working with ayahuasca, details on harm reduction and ethics, the problem with self medicating psychedelics with no guide, experiencing vulnerability around medicine facilitators, reflections on the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, an overview of Rachel's book "Swimming In The Sacred", Shipibo tribe facilitation, thoughts on integration, and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:42 - Introduction

02:45 - Rachel's Background

06:53 - Ayahuasca Medicine

12:37 - Harm Reduction

16:14 - Self Medicating

21:24 - Vulnerability Around Others

23:41 - PS2023, Denver Conference

28:26 - Ayahuasca In Capsules

29:47 - Swimming In The Sacred

33:04 - Indigenous Losing Integrity

36:39 - Transcending Need For Control

40:31 - Shipibo Tribe Facilitation

45:40 - Becoming A Facilitator

47:17 - Precautions

48:45 - Integration

53:44 - Outro

About Rachel:

Rachel Harris, PhD, is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground and Listening to Ayahuasca. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator’s Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground

https://amzn.eu/d/8j7e8W1

Connect with Rachel:

http://www.swimminginthesacred.com

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 104:

In this episode, we discuss Joël and Victoria's background story and what led them to working in the psychedelic medicine space, their observations of the Psychedelic Science conference that took place in Denver, the latest updates on their Five-MeO platform, details regarding the process of FDA approval, the ideal research needed for 5-MeO-DMT, important insights on harm reduction, the process at Tandava retreats, the neurological reasoning for reconditioning after a psychedelic retreat, if 5-MeO-DMT can be microdosed, their future and current projects, and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

03:16 - Joël's Background

04:56 - Victoria's Background

07:06 - Conference Observations

12:59 - Their Five-MeO Platform

19:26 - The FDA Approval Process

24:17 - Ideal Research For 5-MeO

27:40 - What Is 5-MeO-DMT?

31:16 - DMT YouTube Video's

33:43 - Harm Reduction

37:04 - Tandava Retreats

40:12 - Reconditioning After Retreats

45:53 - Can 5-MeO Be Microdosed?

48:21 - The Unpredictability Of 5-MeO

49:50 - Current, Future Projects

53:19 - Last Words Of Wisdom

54:49 - Outro

About Joël:

Joël Brierre is the Founder and CEO of the psychedelic wellness companies Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats. Joël has been a pioneer in the modern psychedelic movement, specifically in the realm of 5-MeO-DMT and the Bufo Alvarius toad. His unique approach of applying classical non-dual yogic philosophy as geography for both preparation and integration from the entheogenic experience gained attention around the world at the first WBAC (World Bufo Alvarius Congress) and continues to shift the landscape of psychedelic use. Joël works specifically in the retreat setting and with over a decade of experience, has curated a container that is meant to facilitate lasting change. Drawing from a combination of eastern, as well as neurofeedback, and other contemporary western integrative practices, these retreats give participants a space to safely unfold, address trauma, undergo cathartic release, and have the support system to hold them through the whole process. Joël and his team at Tandava are raising the bar for psychedelic and wellness retreats, with a flagship center in Tepoztlan, Mexico.

About Victoria:

Victoria’s first introduction into the world of healing was through plant medicine, she has been working with different psychedelic plant medicines over the span of a decade, with both indigenous and modern teachers. In 2016 she set out to complete her Yoga teacher training in Bali, which allowed her to gain further insight into the different lenses used in spirituality. Choosing to continue her education to best support others, she enrolled in a year-long psychedelic integration training where she chose to specialize on the 5-MeO-DMT integration process. Victoria is the founder and president of Kaivalya’s education platform F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information and Vital Education). Her mission at F.I.V.E is to provide the world with a centralized hub for all resources and education on 5-MeO-DMT, in hopes of bringing awareness to the ethics, integrity, and the safety of 5-MeO-DMT.

Connect with Joël & Victoria:

• https://five-meo.education

• https://kaivalyakollectiv.com/

• https://www.tandavaretreats.com

• https://www.instagram.com/joel.brierre/

• https://www.instagram.com/sacredsurrender

• https://youtube.com/@five-meo.education

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 103:

In this episode, we discuss Rachel's background, what brought her to the psychedelic medicine space, the clinical and spiritual model of psychedelic-assisted therapy, and the work of both Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and Dr. Gabor Maté. Rachel also shares insights into her co-founding of 'Women Are The Medicine' with her partner Nasreen, emphasizing the empowerment of women coming together and joining forces. We then explore the significance of breaking open, death and rebirth, archetypal concepts, and so much more!

Please join us for an enlightening discussion on empowering women in the medicine space 🍄

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:21 - Introduction

03:44 - Rachel's Background

10:04 - Dr. Bessel van der Kolk

14:03 - Clinical Vs Spiritual Model

19:44 - Dr. Gabor Maté

23:29 - Negative Emotions

26:32 - The Breaking Open

29:45 - Death And Rebirth

38:09 - In Utero Documentary

40:36 - In-Shadow Short Film

45:45 - Consuming Content

49:59 - Archetypal Concepts

54:39 - Archetypes Manifesting

59:04 - Empowering Women

1:10:07 - Community, Love

1:13:01 - Offerings, Projects

1:17:51 - Conclusion

1:21:14 - Outro

About Rachel:

Co-Founder (with Nasreen El-Mariesh) of Women are the Medicine, Certified Narrative Coach and Third Wave Integration coach working with the modalities of story, somatics, and psychedelics. Rachel’s practice is built around coaching people at thresholds in life, when it can feel like identity is disintegrating and people find themselves in flux and uncertainty. She’s a trauma-sensitive coach (having been on her own journey to come to terms with childhood trauma) and loves to pull on the power of archetypes, dreamwork, and creativity in accessing and integrating psyche. Rachel is also a corporate escapee who overcame her left-brained business consultancy background to develop a fluid, intuitive coaching style, and loves to support other women to connect to their meaning and purpose.

Connect with Rachel:

https://www.womenarethemedicine.co/

https://www.instagram.com/women_are_the_medicine/

https://www.instagram.com/rachellawlan

https://www.themercuryworks.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

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Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

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About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 102:

In this episode, we delve into Kevin and Yana's background, exploring what led them to the forefront of the psychedelic medicine space. We uncover the intricacies of their involvement in ketamine treatment, with a particular focus on their work with young individuals. The conversation navigates through the nuances of their process, addressing both the unique challenges and rewards of working with the malleable and open-minded nature of the youth, as well as confronting potential stigmas associated. We gain insights into their approach to screening individuals, understanding the criteria that may lead to exclusions, etc. Kevin and Yana then conclude the discussion by sharing their thoughts and aspirations for the future of psychedelics.

Please join us for a thought-provoking discussion in the world of psychedelic medicine!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:39 - Introduction

03:47 - Kevin's Background

07:04 - Yana's Background

12:04 - Behind The Process

15:22 - Working With The Youth

18:30 - How Can People Get Involved

23:58 - Ketamine, The Legal Landscape

25:33 - Young People Using Ketamine

30:51 - Navigating The Stigma

35:36 - The Youth Being Open

40:38 - The Screening Process

47:18 - The Future Of Psychedelics

52:30 - Where To Connect

53:59 - Outro

About Kevin:

A mystic at heart. A psychotherapist by trade. A an entrepreneur by calling. And a psychonaut in spirit. Kevin is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Thank You Life, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that exists to expand access to psychedelic therapy by eliminating financial barriers to treatment. By providing grants for people who would otherwise not have access to treatment, Thank You Life is on a mission to revolutionize mental healthcare and participate in helping the world to heal.

About Yana:

Yana co-founded New Earth with Harry in 2004 and has played a key role in growing our organization from a vision to the impactful non-profit that we are today, having served more than 20,000 young people in Los Angeles County. Prior to New Earth, Yana developed her business acumen in the consumer product and personal growth industries – managing and scaling organizations; building, leading, and training teams; and being involved in all areas of business development from marketing to sales to administration. She is a Roberts Enterprise Development Fund (REDF) Fellow.

Websites:

• https://newearthlife.org/

• https://thankyoulife.org/

Instagram:

• @newearthlife

• @thankyoulife_fund

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 101:

Join us in this episode as we delve into Stephanie's background story and explore the factors that influenced her to work in the medicine space. We'll also unravel the mysteries of Kanna and its origins, highlighting the benefits of working with this powerful plant. Discover how Kanna can be a transformative entry point for those seeking exposure to the plant medicine space, fostering a reconnection with oneself. We'll also touch upon the significance of honoring ancient indigenous wisdom, being aware of your external environment, and the art of activating plant medicine with intention. Stay tuned as Stephanie shares insights into her KA! Chews and Tinctures, and much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:41 - Introduction

03:25 - Stephanies Background

08:31 - What Is Kanna, Psilomethoxin

13:35 - How Popular Is Kanna Currently?

17:23 - The Benefits Of Using Kanna

19:32 - Reconnecting With Yourself With Kanna

27:15 - Are There Enough Kanna Facilitators?

31:56 - Could Kanna Be A Good Entry Point?

38:22 - Honouring Ancient Indigenous Wisdom

45:35 - Being Aware Of Your External Environment

50:42 - Is It A Daily Practice, When To Stop

56:07 - KA! Chews and Tinctures

59:19 - Is Kanna Safe For Children?

1:03:02 - KA! Empathogenics Mission

1:05:27 - Coupon Code: PSYCONVERSATIONS

1:06:11 - Build A Relationship With Kanna

1:09:28 - Outro

About Stephanie:

Stephanie is the Founder and CEO of KA! Empathogenics, with a mission to restore full-spectrum aliveness through the power of plants. KA! offers 100% plant-based empathogenic supplements featuring kanna - a heart-opening succulent from South Africa that is clinically proven to activate an immediate sense of grounded energy, helping people feel more alive, capable and connected as they navigate everyday anxiety and stress.

Previously Stephanie was the President of The Alchemist's Kitchen and Director of Evolver Holdings Corp, a conscious lifestyle company. She served on the board of Evolver, and oversaw marketing and brand strategy. She was a leading member of the team that created The Alchemist's Kitchen and its proprietary product brand Plant Alchemy. She was also a content producer for the X-Prize Foundation, ABC Television, The Discovery Channel, and produced feature films that premiered at The Tribeca Film Festival and Sundance Film Festival.

A native Hong Konger, Stephanie began her career in corporate finance at Salomon Brothers, New York, and was a number one ranked equity analyst in the retail sector with HSBC Securities, Hong Kong. She is the creator and host of How Things Connect podcast that shares insight and wisdom on healing, empowerment and regeneration integrating heart, mind, body and spirit. Stephanie received her Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, including a concentration in Politics from Oxford University, England.

Connect with Stephanie:

Website: https://kaempathogenics.com

Stephanie's Instagram: https://instagram.com/stephaniewang5d?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==

KA! Empathogenics Instagram: https://instagram.com/ka.empathogenics?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==

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Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!Episode 100:In this episode, we delve into Milena's personal journey and her passion for working with people to create individualized medicine drums. A significant aspect of her work is her unique method of painting symbols onto her drums, merging art and sound into a therapeutic experience. As the conversation evolved, we discussed a variety of topics, including new age spirituality, how pain can be a catalyst for transformation and growth, the realm of symbols and energies, the energy of the UK's land, her upcoming projects, and so much more!Our Previous Conversation:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IV5ZjpsjSHs00:00 - Fire Moment01:22 - Introduction02:44 - Medicine Drum06:13 - Milena's Journey12:28 - New Age Spirituality16:19 - Pain Being A Catalyst25:40 - The Realm Of Symbols & Energies34:03 - Letting Go Of The Steering Wheel41:30 - Performance Art Project In Berlin48:30 - Our Collaboration Workshop52:40 - The Energy Of The UK's Land58:22 - Integrating Symbology1:04:42 - Milena's Last Words1:08:24 - OutroAbout Milena:Milena is a drum maker of traditional medicine drums, born and raised in Berlin in a German-American family, she has been diving into the art of drum building for over 8 years. She holds a M.A. in Fashion/Costume/ Industrial Design and is dedicated to the alchemy of the creative journey. Her drums, paintings and symbols bridge ancient craft and traditional medicine knowledge with contemporary design and artwork. She has been learning and apprenticing since many years with different healers, teachers and artists from various indigenous cultural backgrounds. Beside her art, she is offering vision work for individuals and groups and gives talks. Her work is shaped by a deep love for creating beauty and spaces for healing as well as the art of dreaming and vision.Connect with Milena:Website: http://www.milenakraft.comEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MedicinedrumsShopThank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.comPlease share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversationsThis show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.About Susan Guner:Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan:Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.gunerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susangunerTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/susangunerBlog: https://susanguner.medium.com/Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner#PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #MilenaKraft

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!In this short interview, we have the pleasure of catching up with Eric Osborne in person. Together we delve into various topics, such as his plans for the conference, the challenges involved in managing the Psanctuary Church, the intriguing concept of creating our own lineage, and the importance of community.As we bring the curtains down on the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado, Eric shares his vision and perspective on these key topics. 00:00 - Introduction02:36 - Plans For The Conference03:16 - Challenges Running Psanctuary03:57 - Creating Our Own Lineage05:12 - The Importance Of Community07:21 - OutroAbout Eric:Eric Osborne is the President of the Psanctuary Church, born in the Kentucky countryside, Eric soon broke from his conservative origins and immersed himself in the esoteric. A father of four, he has devoted his life to expanding spiritual physical and mental health by embracing the natural world. Eric has been facilitating psilocybin experiences for 24 years. As founder of the world's first psilocybin mushroom retreat, the nation's most public sacred mushroom church and three gourmet and psychedelic mushroom farms he is one of the world's leading experts in psilocybin mushroom cultivation and facilitation.Connect with Eric:Website: www.psanctuary.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sporespreader/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psilocybin_says/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psanctuarychurch/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-osborne-0b7744b6/Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.comPlease share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversationsThis show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.About Susan Guner:Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan:Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.gunerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susangunerTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/susangunerBlog: https://susanguner.medium.com/Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner#PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #EricOsborne

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!In this episode we delve into Charles' background story, tracing his roots from growing up in Jamaica to his passion for cultivating psychedelic mushrooms. Join us as we explore his role as the first legal entity to ship mushrooms to Canada and unravel the story behind his co-founded company, "Rose Hill." We highlight the significance of self-discovery, emphasizing that individuals should prioritize their inner self-work rather than fixating solely on mushroom strains and dosing. Gain valuable insights into the understanding that microdosing mushrooms is not a magic pill. We also touch upon topics such as psychedelic tourism, Charles' current projects, and so much more!00:00 - Introduction02:01 - Charles Background05:17 - Psychedelic Tourism07:56 - Shipping To Canada12:49 - Knowing The Strains15:33 - Strains For Microdosing17:58 - Energetic Impact On Growing20:22 - Being Fixated On Strains, Dosing23:27 - Microdosing Is Not A Magic Pill24:30 - Charles' Company Rose Hill29:14 - His Offerings, Projects31:39 - OutroAbout Charles: Charles, a Jamaican native and the visionary founder of Rose Hill Apothecary, has dedicated his entire adult life to farming and exporting agricultural goods, amassing vast knowledge and expertise in the process. In 2015, he boldly ventured into the uncharted territory of psilocybin mushroom cultivation, which led to commercial sales in 2018. Boasting over 16 years of experience in genetic development, cultivation, extraction, and logistics in the domain of agriculture, his unmatched expertise sets him apart as a true master of his craft. Under Charles’ leadership, Rose Hill Apothecary achieved an unprecedented milestone as the first entity to legally export psilocybin mushrooms on the planet, cementing his position as a trailblazer in the industry.About Rose Hill:Founded in Jamaica in 2015, RH is a premium cultivator and supplier of psilocybin products and biomass for research partners and brands anchored by core values of compassion, respect, and innovation. Rose Hill utilizes sustainable and ethical cultivation practices that exceed industry standards providing customers with safe, lab-tested and certified, premium quality psilocybin products. Rose Hill is comprised of three main business channels:- Rose Hill: Corporate/ Science and Research, launched in 2015- PATOO: Consumer Brands, launched in 2018- ONE Retreats: Experiential psilocybin retreat, launched first retreat in June 2023; next retreat in October ‘23Connect with Charles:Website: https://rosehill.lifeInstagram: https://instagram.com/charlesrootz?igshid=MXFtYnVnYnlpM295ag==Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.comPlease share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversationsThis show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.About Susan Guner:Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. #PsychedelicScience2023 #SusanGuner #CharlesLazarus

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode, we explore Shelby's background story and delve into what motivated her to become a journalist. We also discuss her magazine "DoubleBlind," her thoughts on the future of the psychedelic space, the significance of education in the psychedelic field, her efforts to provide support to indigenous cultures, advice on navigating social media, her observations from the Psychedelic Science conference, as well as her current projects and much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:11 - Shelby's Background

02:05 - Psychedelic Experiences

02:29 - The DoubleBlind Magazine

03:59 - The Future Of Psychedelics

06:01 - What Would You Like To See?

10:09 - The Importance Of Education

11:21 - Navigating The Social Media Space

13:10 - Current Projects And Offerings

14:40 - Indigenous Cultures, Reciprocity

17:24 - Observations Of The Conference

19:03 - Conclusion

19:22 - Outro

About Shelby:

Shelby is the Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of DoubleBlind. Her work has appeared in VICE, Quartz, the Huffington Post, and Rolling Stone, among others. Shelby worked in broadcast news production for CBS News covering presidential elections, protests, natural disasters, and other breaking news. Spurred by a passion for print and investigative reporting, she transitioned to magazine writing, working as an editor at Pasadena Magazine and receiving her Master’s Degree in long-form journalism from Columbia University in 2015. Since then, Shelby has worked as a columnist at LA Weekly and an editor at Herb, the largest cannabis media company, with extensive features on post-traumatic stress disorder in the veteran community, the cannabis industry, the psychedelic research boom, and the popularization of ayahuasca.

Connect with Shelby:

Website: https://doubleblindmag.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/shelbyannehart?igshid=MTRxc2JoN25iZHpwNg==

Twitter: https://x.com/shelbyannehart?s=21&t=yQZ5Nn9I3PFK-NVgLsjHjA

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelby-hartman-16448851?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode, we delve into Daniel's background and his pivotal role at 'HMNC Brain Health'. We explore the mission and values of HMNC Brain Health, the origins of the company, and gain insight into the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis. We also discuss potential pharmacotherapy solutions for depression, the benefits that artificial intelligence may bring to therapy in the future, treatment-resistant patients, and HMNC's distinctive ketamine program. Additionally, we touch upon the skepticism faced by psychedelic therapies in European countries, Daniel's upcoming projects, and much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:20 - The Founding Of HMNC

02:13 - Daniel's Role At HMNC Brain Health

04:16 - What HMNC Stand For, The HPA Axis

06:41 - Treatment-Resistant Patients

09:30 - Observations In My Community

11:50 - A Pharmacotherapy Solution

13:55 - Artificial Intelligence & Psychedelics

17:20 - Elon Musk's Neuralink

19:51 - The Ketamine Program

22:21 - Why Choose Ketamine?

23:35 - Skepticism In European Countries

26:01 - Daniel's Future Projects

28:35 - Outro

About Daniel:

Dr. Daniel Gehrlach is the associate director of biomarkers at HMNC Brain Health. After obtaining degrees in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology in Biberach and Medical Neurosciences at the Charité in Berlin, he completed his PhD at the Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology in Martinsried, Germany. He gained valuable experience in preclinical and translational in vivo models of affective disorders, in particular in the fields of anxiety, depression, and addiction. Daniel was awarded the Max Planck Institute’s ‘Young Scientist Award 2019’ for his doctoral project, which was also published in Nature Neuroscience. As associate director at HMNC Brain Health, he is the project lead for a Phase II clinical trial and leading the biomarker team.

Connect with Daniel:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fdaniel_gehrlach

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-daniel-gehrlach?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode we discuss Zac's background, what brought him to the Psychedelic Science conference, the founding of his organization Shefa (providing psychedelic support for Jewish communities), addressing pushback and cultural stigma, unlocking mysticism and the importance of having a solid foundation, individuals feeling lost trying to fit in, the crucial role of research in the psychedelic field, insights while attending the conference, and so much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:12 - Zac's Background

02:51 - Pushback & Cultural Stigma

05:48 - The Bridge To Mysticism

08:30 - Discipline & Dangerous Wisdom

10:14 - Observations Around Community

11:52 - People Feeling Lost & Trying To Fit In

16:24 - Josh Schrei & The Emerald Podcast

17:13 - The Research is Young

19:40 - Branching Out

20:25 - Last Words

22:27 - Outro

About Zac:

Zac is a rabbi, community leader, and aspiring psychedelic-assisted chaplain based in Berkeley, CA. He holds an MA in Biblical literature and languages from UC Berkeley and the Graduate Theological Union and received rabbinic ordination from the head of the Jerusalem Rabbinical Court in 2012. As the founder and CEO of Shefa, Zac is pioneering a movement to integrate safe and supported psychedelic use into the Jewish spiritual tradition, advocate for individuals and communities to heal individual and inherited trauma and inspire a Jewish religious and creative renaissance in the 21st century.

Connect with Zac:

Website: https://www.shefaflow.org

Twitter: https://twitter.com/zackamenetz

Instagram: https://instagram.com/zackamenetz

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-kamenetz-9b4588a4

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode we discuss Otto's background story, becoming the head of integration at Tandava Retreats, working with 5-MeO-DMT, his private practice "Soul & Psyche", the unique framework he's developed for guiding personal integration, the infancy of the integration space, reinforcing the feminine approach into integration work, Otto's first dieta experience, the amplified ego, his current projects, and so much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:06 - Becoming A Part Of Tandava Retreats

02:05 - Working With 5-MeO-DMT, Ayahuasca

02:46 - His Private Practice "Soul & Psyche"

03:45 - The Infancy Of The Integration Space

06:48 - Reinforcing The Feminine Approach

15:20 - Otto's First Dieta Experience

16:36 - The Scarcity Mindset

20:53 - His Background Story

24:55 - The Amplified Ego

27:15 - Current Projects

28:46 - Outro

About Otto:

On the frontlines of the modern psychedelic renaissance, working for plant medicine retreat centers internationally as a facilitator, program director, and Integration specialist. Otto has gained unique insight into the process of what it means to live a life according to our nature, our personal mythos, and the guidance of a transcendent reality.

With a deep and obsessive love for poetry, philosophy, raw and direct experiences with transcendent ritual, and relationship with the soul, Otto seeks beyond conventional notions of well-being and meaning offered in the modern therapeutic discussion.

Connect with Otto:

Website: https://www.soulpsyche.org

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/otto-maier-460903260?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode, we welcome back our frequent guest, Shiri Godasi, for our third in-depth conversation. We delve into her motivations for attending the Psychedelic Science conference. Throughout our discussion, we touch on a range of topics: from her experiences with psychedelic integration to the distinction between genuinely 'listening' and simply 'following trends' in the psychedelic space. We also discuss the evolution of the Psychedelic Science conference over the years, her aspirations for future improvements at these events, the unique collective energy known as 'Medicine Consciousness' felt at these gatherings, and so much more!

Our Previous Conversations:

1st Interview: https://youtu.be/pZRSiP0zlMc

2nd Interview: https://youtu.be/OiWuKprilQs

00:00 - Introduction

01:17 - What Brings You To The Conference?

02:04 - The Journey Of Psychedelic Integration

04:42 - Listening Vs Following The Trends

06:30 - Notable Shifts In The 'Psychedelic Science' Conference

10:33 - Future Improvements For The Conferences

11:33 - Last Words Of Wisdom From Shiri

12:46 - The Medicine Consciousness

15:20 - Outro

About Shiri:

Shiri Godasi, M.A. is a psychedelic therapist, creative educator, visionary entrepreneur, author, and mother. Best known for her pioneering methods in the field of psychedelic integration and community bridging, she is the founder of multiple harm-reduction organizations and psychedelic training programs. She is passionate about creating a decentralized psychedelic-positive counterculture and empowering people to step into radical authenticity & conscious leadership to co-create a just world.

Connect with Shiri:

www.psychedsoul.com

www.psychedeliaintegration.org

www.psychedelicintegrationcoach.com

Shiri's Social media:

@The.psyched.soul - Instagram, Facebook + YouTube

Free Audience Gifts:

https://www.psychedsoul.com/freebies

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode, we discuss Cole's profound background story, what led him to working in the psychedelic medicine space, his involvement with "The Ibogaine Clinic" founded by Dr. David Dardashti, the essential protocols they follow when administering ibogaine, their dedication to thorough preparation work and aftercare, differences between iboga and ibogaine, their commitment to cultivating ibogaine sustainably, and much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:04 - Cole's Background Story

04:53 - Dr. David Dardashti

08:38 - Protocols For Using Ibogaine

10:27 - The Ibogaine Clinic

12:52 - Preparation Work

13:54 - Iboga Vs Ibogaine

16:05 - Sustainability

17:55 - Outro

About Cole:

Cole is a Psychedelic Assisted Therapist and Advisor, focusing solely on researching and developing ibogaine treatment protocols to treat individuals suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and neurological disorders. His life is a whirlwind of ongoing education and research; all fueled by his immense passion for life, learning and helping others.

After graduating from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and receiving a degree in both Accounting and Finance, he turned his talents to Corporate Accounting and then on to Financial Advising. As a result of a hockey injury and being prescribed opioids things began to decline over the next several years, ultimately leading him to the Ibogaine Clinic where he met David Dardashti.

What kindled Cole’s fiery passion about Ibogaine? First, he himself was treated by David Dardashti, for executive burnout and Suboxone dependence. This experience was so profound he left the financial world behind and joined his mentor David Dardashti, where he has been learning and developing ibogaine treatment protocols under David’s guidance.

David Dardashti, founder of the Ibogaine Clinic has helped over 3,500 individuals since establishment 15 years ago. He credits his learning and abilities to 37 years of study of the Talmud and Kabbalah. His studies include the inner workings of the human psyche – both conscious and subconscious – and the role it plays in trauma and substance abuse. In response to a dramatic increase in substance abuse, depression, and PTSD, David began the development of an Ibogaine treatment program and medical research center, the original Ibogaine Clinic also known as Ibogaine by David Dardashti.

Connect with Cole:

Website: https://ibogaineclinic.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colebarressi

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode we delve into Lena and Jeff's background story and what brought both of them to work with psychedelic medicine. We discuss the distinction between a psychedelic-assisted therapist and a medicine person, their structured healing program "The EAST Method", their microdosing program "Embody", and their partnership with "The Bonefrog Foundation" - helping veterans with TBI (traumatic brain injury) and combat-induced PTSD.

00:00 - Fire Moment

00:32 - Introduction

01:44 - Lena's Background

03:29 - Jeff's Background

06:49 - Medicine People

08:21 - The Medicine Path

12:21 - The Intention Is One

13:42 - The EAST Method, Embody

17:24 - The Bonefrog Foundation

20:40 - Last Words Of Wisdom

23:41 - Outro

About Lena:

Lena grew up in a hybrid Vietnamese Buddhist and Southern Presbyterian home. Her mother, originating from the Mahayana Buddhist tradition, taught her meditation and spiritual rituals when she was a young child. Lena grew up traveling back and forth from Vietnam visiting her family in the Mekong Delta. These spiritual roots deeply inform her life’s work of teaching meditation and ancient forms of spiritual healing to the world.

During Lena’s first year in graduate school, her beloved Vietnamese mother suddenly passed from a stroke. This traumatic loss returned Lena to the spiritual seeds her mother planted within her. Lena went on to study ancient healing traditions abroad, including in Peru where she received her healer’s rites from the Q’ero Shamanic Tribe.

Lena’s intelligent integration of meditation, transpersonal psychology, energy medicine and shamanism is an integrative and powerful approach to multi-dimensional healing. Lena’s unique work has been featured in the New York Times, Yoga Magazine and The Telegraph in addition to TV networks such as Bravo and Lifetime.

About Jeff:

Jeff is a Shaman, Energy Medicine Man, and Conscious Business leader. Merging the ancient traditions and modern science, Jeff integrates his successful business experience with his passion for the healing work he’s called to share with humanity.

Jeff’s formal education includes earning a BS in Biology and Physics with advanced studies in Integrative Energy Medicine, Intuitive Medicine, Energy Psychology and Clinical Hypnotherapy. Jeff has trained with and been initiated into numerous Shamanic tribes and was given the opportunity to learn from Shamans in China, Tibet and Peru, the traditional healing power of Plant Medicines.

Now, Jeff is seeing clients from all over the globe for deep energetic, soul healing in addition to staying active in the Conscious Business space. Jeff has been featured on TV networks such as Lifetime and Discovery and has written for magazines and books.

Links:

Website: https://www.theeastinstitute.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamlenafranklin?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeffGlattsteinEnergyMedicine?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamlenafranklin?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffglattstein?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!In this episode we explore Rick's background and what led him to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver. We discuss the anti-addictive benefits of psychedelics and highlight the significance of intention, as well as the right set and setting, to harness their therapeutic potential. Additionally, we touch on topics like the twelve-step fellowship, supporting family members battling addiction, addressing the misconceptions around psychedelics, and understanding the associated risks and precautions. Dive in with us for this comprehensive conversation and more!00:00 - Introduction01:03 - The Conference02:09 - Are Psychedelics Addictive?04:19 - The Set And Setting Matters06:27 - The Twelve-Step Fellowship09:00 - Mild Vs Severe Approach11:34 - Family Reaching Out12:48 - Spreading The Word14:57 - Dealing With Pushback18:48 - Retail/Shopping Addiction23:19 - Risks And Precautions26:04 - OutroAbout Rick: Dr. Rick Barnett, Psy.D., LADC, founded the non-profit organization CARTER, Inc. in 2015 to expand addiction-related resources in Vermont and beyond. Dr. Barnett is Legislative Chair and Past-President of the Vermont Psychological Association, and is a clinical psychologist and addiction specialist in private practice in Stowe, VT. Dr. Barnett has worked as a Clinical Psychologist in nursing homes, hospitals, and outpatient programs and has trained hundreds of health professionals through workshops on addiction and mental health issues over the past 20 years. He is in long-term recovery of alcohol and substance abuse and is an active advocate for addiction treatment and recovery resources.Dr. Barnett holds a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Columbia University, a Doctorate and Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology. He is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and holds certificate in Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB-S) and Gambling Disorder. Dr. Barnett’s service goes beyond the clinical world into his community and public policy as he has served on and continues to serve on many community and government boards and committees.Connect with Rick:Website: https://drrickbarnett.com/Website: https://www.cartervermont.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rick-barnettThank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.comPlease share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversationsThis show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.About Susan Guner:Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan:Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.gunerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susangunerTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/susangunerBlog: https://susanguner.medium.com/Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner#PsychedelicScience2023 #SusanGuner #RickBarnett

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode, we delve into Belinda's background story and what brought her to working with the medicine. We touch on serious matters such as cultural segregation and discuss the diverse topics she addressed at the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado. Our conversation also delves into the integration of trauma-informed therapy in retreat settings, the merging of indigenous wisdom with modern science, and the concern of indigenous tribes losing contact with the medicine. Additionally, we cover insights from the MAPS MDMA training and so much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:51 - Belinda's Background

03:49 - Cultural Segregation

05:13 - Various Topics She's Spoken On

10:17 - Recent Workshops

15:07 - Trauma-Informed Therapy

18:53 - Profound Ketamine Experience

22:55 - Causal Layered Analysis

27:09 - Losing Contact With The Medicine

29:53 - Caroline Myss, Religion vs Spirituality

31:16 - Approaching Medicine With Respect

33:41 - MAPS MDMA Training

36:49 - Upcoming Projects

39:04 - Outro

About Belinda:

Belinda is of Dine’ (Navajo) and A:shiwi (Pueblo of Zuni) descent. She is the wisdom carrier, healer, and founder of Kaalogii, LLC focused on cultural and traditional teaching, inner healing, and an international speaker on various topics impacting Native American communities in the United States. In addition, is a Program Advisor for Naropa’s Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Certificate Program and a Native American Engagement Coordinator for SoundMind. She is also a board member of the Church of the Eagle and the Condor.

Belinda holds degrees in Health Sciences, Technology, and Public Health. In addition, Belinda has participated in the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, MDMA People of Color, Eye Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy and Ketamine Training Programs.

Her most recent work includes a chapter in “How Psychedelics Can Help Save the World: Visionary & Indigenous Voices Speak Out” edited by Stephen Grey. She is the author articles that are available on charuna.net such as: Considerations for Psychedelic Therapist when working with Native American People and Communities”, “ Guidelines for Inclusion of Indigenous People into Psychedelic Science Conferences”.

Connect with Belinda:

Website: https://kaalogii.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindap.eriacho

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode, we discuss the founding of Soul Quest, the mainstreaming of psychedelics, the significance of integration when transitioning from a psychedelic ceremony to everyday life, and Chris' mission of giving indigenous tribes a voice in the United States. We also delve into his background story where he shares a profound transformative experience he had. Additionally, we explore the idea that the Earth is guiding us through psychedelic medicine to achieve collective healing, the importance of researching a practitioner or psychedelic retreat and cover many other topics.

00:00 - Introduction

00:54 - Soul Quest

03:29 - The Mainstreaming Of Psychedelics

05:24 - Transitioning Through Integration

06:32 - Giving Indigenous Tribes A Voice

08:33 - Learning From Each Other

10:00 - Indigenous Vs Western Use

10:47 - A Transformative Experience

13:17 - Chris' Background Story

15:46 - The Earth Is Cultivating Us

16:49 - Do Your Research

18:53 - Outro

About Chris:

Chris Young, Co-Founder, Medicine Man, Purveyor of Tribal Medicine. Founder/Spiritual Guide and Medicine Man Chris founded Soul Quest in September 2013 and established its foundation in April 2015. At a young age Chris felt the call to help others so In 1996 he obtained a certificate in Phlebotomy and Medical assisting where he then worked in a geropsychiatric Unit. In 1997 Chris went back to school to study Emergency Medicine and received a certificate for “EMT” where he worked as an ER tech at a local Hospital.

Chris decided to learn more about alternative Medicine. So, he moved to Germany where he spent three years studying in Europe, he gained extensive experience with Sacred Plant Medicine and Plant medicine ceremonies where he found his spiritual religion Ayahuasca. After attending to many Ayahuasca religious Ceremonies he received the calling to bring the medicine to his homeland “The United States” to open an Ayahuasca Church and begin the teachings of the Ayahuasca Manifesto as well as bringing the miraculous healings of the spirit of Ayahuasca to everyone there.

Connect with Chris:

Website: https://www.ayahuascachurches.org/our-team/371/chris-young/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064556987457

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-young-700988105

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, Colorado!

In this episode we discuss Heather's background story, what brought her to this work, dealing with imposter syndrome as a therapist, the importance of integrating our psychedelic experiences, debunking the idea of ascension, the IFS model (Internal Family Systems), the creation of "The Moxie School", what brought her to the Psychedelic Science conference, and so much more!

00:00 - Introduction

01:04 - Heather's Background

03:10 - Managing Imposter Syndrome

05:42 - Integrating Psychedelic Experiences

07:39 - Debunking The Idea Of Ascension

10:29 - The IFS Model

12:23 - The Moxie School

14:30 - The Psychedelic Science Conference

17:37 - Outro

About Heather:

Heather Smith is a Certified IFS Therapist (Internal Family Systems therapy) and an Approved IFS Clinical Consultant. At her private practice, Insight Counseling of Alexandria, LLC, she utilizes parts work to support clients who are primarily healing troubling life patterns as a result of complex childhood trauma.

Heather started The Moxie School® in January 2022 where she offers workshops, courses, and mentorship for therapists, coaches, and guides who want to hone their expertise in IFS and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. Allotting her time to both psychotherapy and teaching has been a beautiful balance for her professionally.

Developing her competency to teach and mentor IFS, Heather has completed IFS Levels 1 through 3 training, and has been a Program Assistant for several IFS Level 1 and Level 2 trainings. In addition, Heather has dedicated herself to her own personal therapy as a means to heal her own internal material and to also better support her professional work.

Connect with Heather:

Website: https://moxieschool.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathersmithlpc

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMoxieSchool

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 99:

In this episode we discuss Nasreen's background, what brought her to the medicine space, her passion for working with psychedelic medicines, female-focused retreats, the importance of community, understanding that psychedelics are not a magic pill, details of the "Wellbeing By The Lakes" wellness festival, Nasreen's offerings and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:13 - Introduction

02:27 - Nasreen's Background

10:55 - Working With Psychedelics

15:03 - Female-Focused Retreats

23:17 - The Importance Of Community

24:48 - Psychedelics Are Not A Magic Pill

35:53 - Wellbeing By The Lakes Festival

41:12 - Nasreen's Offerings

44:03 - Outro

About Nasreen:

Nasreen El-Mariesh (Naz) is a a coach certified by the Psychedelic Coaching Institute, specialising in psychedelic integration, women's empowerment and relationships: to self, our loved ones, and the Divine. She is a Co-Founder of Women are the Medicine, a UK based company offering microdosing programmes and in-person European retreats dedicated to helping women harness the power of psychedelic integration. Their ultimate goal is to generate a positive wave of female-focused personal and collective growth, that will contribute to a more conscious, equitable, and abundant world. Naz's coaching approach combines science, somatics, and spirituality to provide an expansive and intuitive coaching experience. By delving deep and approaching self-discovery with curiosity, she guides clients through playful yet profound explorations of their emotional and energetic existence. With a decade of experience in organising luxury transformational retreats worldwide and an affinity for supporting other coaches, Naz brings a wealth of knowledge to her coaching practice.

Naz is also a Festival Director for Wellbeing by the Lakes, a boutique wellness festival held at an award wining sculpture park in Dorset.

Dates for the Wellbeing Festival: 7-10th September 2023

Purchase tickets here:

https://www.wellbeingbythelakes.co.uk/

Connect with Nasreen:

Website: www.nasreenel-mariesh.com

Website: www.womenarethemedicine.co

Instagram: https://instagram.com/nasreen_elmariesh?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Instagram: https://instagram.com/women_are_the_medicine?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 98:

In this episode we discuss Jonathon's background story, what brought him to this work, the mainstreaming of psychedelics, the lack of education and understanding regarding deforestation in the Amazonian rainforest, Jonathon's Blog: The Delicate Nature Of Ayahuasca and Yahweh, ayahuasca ceremonies gone haywire, graduated medicine facilitators summoning celestial spirits, the entity exorcism's in ayahuasca ceremonies, Reiki healers working from a distance, the dieta protocol and so much more!

Jonathon's Latest Blog:

https://rainforestmedicine.net/2023/06/25/the-delicate-nature-of-ayahuasca-and-yage/

Our Previous Conversation:

https://youtu.be/cI9gPsS2ayA

Our Clubhouse Talk:

https://www.clubhouse.com/room/xV0R2jl3?utm_medium=ch_room_xr&utm_campaign=b70iG-YlOGxhPIYLMT536g-824436

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:27 - Introduction

02:43 - Jonathon's Background

09:38 - The Mainstreaming Of Psychedelics

11:20 - A Lack Of Education, Understanding

13:14 - Denver, CO Event - Psychedelic Science

16:42 - The Delicate Nature Of Ayahuasca And Yahweh

27:29 - The Intention Behind 3am, The Hourly Clock

35:48 - Have Ayahuasca Ceremonies Gone Haywire?

39:45 - Medicine Facilitators Summoning Celestial Spirits

44:45 - The Entity Exorcism's In Ayahuasca Ceremonies

56:34 - Reiki Healers Working From A Distance

1:00:45 - The Factors Of Ayahuasca's Precarious Nature

1:04:00 - The Dieta Protocol

1:04:40 - Jonathon's Offerings

1:10:54 - Taking Ayahuasca As A 12-Year-Old

1:14:00 - Last Words Of Wisdom

1:16:31 - Outro

About Jonathon:

Jonathon is an Ethnobotanist, facilitator and the author of Rainforest Medicine ~ Preserving Indigenous Science and Biological Diversity in the Upper Amazon. Jonathon has spent the past twenty-nine years studying rainforest plant medicine traditions. Since 1996 he has organized biannual “Rainforest Medicine Councils,” experiential workshops journeys, for “Personal, community and Planetary Renewal,” that have offered participants an intimate opportunity to meet and learn from cultural adepts, the mighty rainforest and the omnipotent plant teachers.

Connect with Jonathon:

https://www.oceanforest.org

https://rainforestmedicine.net

https://rainforestmedicine.net/calendar-of-events/programs/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 97:

In this episode we discuss Fred's background, what brought him to this work, his business "Welcome To Humanity", thoughts on psychotropic medications, the difference between being uncomfortable and being sick, humanities insatiable need to be diagnosed, the missing link for regulating trauma, the mainstreaming of psychedelics, trusting the elders, Fred's current projects and offerings, and so much more!

01:23 - Introduction

02:52 - Fred's Background

08:42 - Welcome To Humanity

13:18 - Is There Value In Psychotropic Medications?

16:52 - Being Uncomfortable Vs Being Sick

18:30 - What Is This Insatiable Need To Be Diagnosed?

23:38 - The Missing Link For Regulating Trauma

27:30 - The Mainstreaming Of Psychedelics

29:21 - Trusting The Elders

31:16 - Contraindications

35:35 - How Did We Get Here?

37:50 - Tranquilized Obviousness

41:57 - Research, Due Diligence

43:31 - Ketamine, LSD, MDMA, Entheogens

46:44 - Fred's Projects, Offerings

49:33 - The Global Madness

50:35 - Last Words

52:39 - Outro

About Fred:

Dr. Fred Moss is a mental health advocate/psychiatrist serving in many capacities: keynote speaker, psychiatry expert witness, podcaster, mental health coach, and teacher. A desire to help people be real and heard has been the driving force leading him to multiple settings and roles as a psychiatrist over the years and compelling him to continually look for better, more effective ways to provide the highest quality care to align people with their most authentic self to deliver into an eagerly awaiting world. He is the amazing creator of Welcome To Humanity, The True Voice Course, Healing the Healer, and Global Madness.

Connect with Fred:

Website: https://welcometohumanity.net/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 96:

In this episode we discuss George's background story, what brought him into the psychedelic space, generational tendencies and trauma, embracing post-traumatic growth, the profound story behind George's book, current observations in the psychedelic space, the powerful position of being a host, understanding the artform of integration, the wisdom lineage and so much more!

George's Book:

https://www.amazon.com/Terror-Before-Sacred-Rites-Passage-ebook/dp/B09QZFJ57X"

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:01 - Introduction

03:41 - George's Background

07:16 - Were Psychedelics A Homecoming?

09:25 - Generational Tendencies, Trauma

15:12 - Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth

17:23 - The Profound Story Behind George's Book

34:33 - Observations In The Psychedelic Space

41:03 - The Powerful Position Of A Host

47:47 - The Minimalist Journey

50:10 - Integration Is An Artform

53:43 - The Wisdom Lineage

1:06:30 - Susan's Coaching Experience

1:16:19 - Last Words

1:18:51 - Outro

About George:

George is a Father, Author, Explorer & Podcaster. He spent the last 30 years of his life trying to understand the nature of relationships, psychedelics, & communication and he’s recently written his first book “The Terror Before The Sacred”.

Connect with George:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TrueLifepodcast

Website: https://www.truelifepodcast.media/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrueLifefactz/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@truelifepodcast

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 95:

In this episode we discuss Kristin's background story, what brought her into the psychedelic space, the divine feminine energy of ketamine, the stigma around ketamine use, creating the set and setting, the clinical vs traditional model, current thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, working with traumatized people, the medicine helping connect people with spirituality, honoring the ancient traditions, the help provided for veterans with PTSD and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:02 - Introduction

02:21 - Kristin's Background

04:31 - The Divine Feminine Energy Of Ketamine

06:35 - Is Ketamine A Psychedelic Or A Sedative?

07:26 - The Stigma Around Ketamine Use

09:05 - Creating The Set And Setting

10:50 - The Clinical Vs Traditional Model

15:36 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

19:21 - Working With Traumatized People

27:45 - Medicine Helping Connect Us With Spirituality

29:22 - Having A Religious Background

31:15 - Honoring The Ancient Traditions

35:26 - The Help Provided For Veterans

39:26 - Last Words Of Wisdom

46:05 - Outro

About Kristin:

Kristin Stratford is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in rural Montana US. Kristin found ketamine in 2014 looking for ways to help with suicide and after working with humans and ketamine for 3 years, sees it as a possible tool to help people especially in crisis; to focus on life, joy, and possibilities. Kristin has 1000+ hours of helping humans suffering from trauma, moral injury, depression and pain.

Connect with Kristin:

Website: https://www.406Counseling.org

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-stratford-msw-lcpc-4a37316

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 94:

In this episode we discuss Shannon's background story, what brought him to this work, the inspiration for writing his book "Coming Full Circle", understanding the importance of a proper guided psychedelic experience, real healing versus instant gratification, treatment-resistant trauma, thoughts on individuals doing psychedelics on their own, what qualified support should look like, Shannon's current projects and offerings, the shamanic approach to medicine work and so much more!

Shannon's Book - Coming Full Circle:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959254049

00:00 - Fire Moment

02:12 - Introduction

02:53 - Shannon's Background

04:40 - A Proper Guided Psychedelic Experience

09:22 - Do Psychedelics Always Bring Up Trauma?

14:50 - Real Healing Vs Instant Gratification

18:58 - Treatment-Resistant Trauma

23:00 - Should You Have A Strict Medicine Plan?

26:24 - Doing Psychedelics On Your Own

33:48 - Projections, Counter-Transference

39:25 - What Qualified Support Should Look Like

41:50 - Shannon's Current Projects, Offerings

44:00 - The Shamanic Approach To Medicine Work

51:49 - Last Words Of Wisdom

54:48 - Outro

About Shannon:

Shannon Duncan is an entrepreneur and author of the landmark book, Present Moment Awareness. In his newest book, Coming Full Circle, Duncan shares what he learned during his own intensive multi-year process of healing trauma with the help of psychedelics. An advocate for those seeking to heal from trauma, it is his sincere wish that sharing what he learned through his experiences will be of service to those who are in need.

Connect with Shannon:

Website: https://shannonduncan.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-duncan-author/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 93:

In this episode we discuss Randall's background story, what brought him to the psychedelic space, triumphing over trauma with the help of psychedelics, the inspiration behind Randall's book, trauma being a new language in psychedelic communities, thoughts on the future of mental health, creating a lineage of wisdom, a few special stories from Randall and so much more!

Randall's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Triumph-Over-Trauma-Psychedelic-Spirituality/dp/B0BSL1K3PX

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:52 - Introduction

03:16 - Randall's Background Story

07:10 - Triumphing Over Trauma

14:30 - The Inspiration Behind His Book

18:52 - Trauma Being A New Language

26:40 - The Future Of Mental Health

30:24 - Psychedelics And Children

39:20 - Creating A Lineage Of Wisdom

43:27 - A Few Special Stories From Randall

59:24 - Will You Write More Books?

1:01:18 - The Spouses Of Veterans

1:06:01 - Randall's Current Projects

1:08:14 - Outro

About Randall:

Dr. Randall Hansen has been an educator his entire life, an advocate for all things healing, and the author of "Triumph Over Trauma". He has been focused on transforming the lives of people for the past 20 years, with a special focus on life-balance, health, foods, and wellness. He discovered the healing power of psychedelic medicines about 3 years ago, and he has made it his mission since then to be a strong advocate for the intentional use of psychedelics for healing. He lives a joyous and gratitude-filled life with his amazing life partner/wife Jenny on a little forested hilltop overlooking a natural lake in the PNW. His Life Goal: Become a superhero for good health, healing, love, well-being, and positivity.

Connect with Randall:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rshansen/

Website: http://www.randallshansen.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallshansen/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/randallshansen/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringpines/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 92:

In this episode we discuss Jackson's background story, how he was introduced to plant medicines, understanding that psychedelics are a foot in the door and not a cure, creating a wisdom lineage in a communal setting, the benefits of microdosing, experiencing PTSD as a former policeman, understanding preparation work, the importance of having a healthy routine and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:18 - Introduction

02:46 - Jackson's Background

09:02 - Psychedelics Are Not A Cure

14:30 - Actualising The Vision

20:54 - Creating A Wisdom Lineage

24:09 - The Importance Of Community

29:42 - Benefits Of Microdosing

35:51 - Experiencing PTSD As An Ex-Cop

42:59 - Is There Hope For The Future?

50:21 - Understanding Preparation Work

1:03:07 - Having A Healthy Routine

1:11:38 - Last Words

1:15:47 - Outro

About Jackson:

Jackson is a podcast host and retired police officer who hosts two podcasts. He served 10 years as an officer policing the same high-crime neighborhoods he grew up in, spent the majority of his career on tactical teams, gang units and violent crime impact teams. During his time on the force, he witnessed some of the most horrific things. He was in high-stress and volatile situations on a nearly nightly basis until he was diagnosed with PTSD and told to retire. This sent him into a deep depression that was on and off for 7-8 years which lead him to move to the remote island of Kauai with his daughter and wife at the time where they were immersed in the culture for almost four years and then moved back to California, San Diego. Jackson never resorted to anti-depressants although they were offered many times, instead took the path of healing holistically with the plant medicine, diet, exercise mindfulness and Brazilian Jiujitsu. He also traveled to the Amazon jungle and taken part in multiple ayahuasca ceremonies, multiple personal journeys with psilocybin and have recently started introducing micro-dosing into his regimen. The IncreaseLife podcast is where he shares the light and the wisdom that he cultivated through his suffering, interviewing people who can speak to various holistic modalities. The Soul Rollers podcast is where he discusses Jiujitsu, Life and Self Mastery. His goal is to become the best version of himself while helping others to join and do the same.

Connect with Jackson:

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@jacksongage

Instagram: https://instagram.com/theincreaselife?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 91:

In this episode we discuss Nicole & Megan's background story, what brought them into the plant medicine space, current thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, COVID being a catalyst, their current projects at Zenchronicity, the twelve psilocybin strains they choose to work with, being divine disruptors, healing generational DNA and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:13 - Introduction

02:40 - Their Background Story

13:33 - Is Plant Medicine Enough?

18:13 - The Healing Journey

23:14 - The Psychedelic Renaissance

28:29 - Was COVID A Catalyst?

34:39 - Their Projects, Community

46:12 - Psilocybin Strains

57:56 - Last Words Of Wisdom

1:00:40 - Divine Disruptors

1:03:46 - Outro

About Megan:

Megan Michelena is a certified holistic nutritionist, health coach, trauma-informed yoga teacher and psychedelic therapy expert. She is the co-founder of Zenchronicity, a program that supports members in healing trauma through microdosing. Megan is an expert in psilocybin, the studies of shifting neuroplasticity, balancing one’s masculine and feminine energies, utilizing meditation to calm the nervous system, reprogramming traumas through plant medicine and the TFAR theory of mindfulness. She is also a gifted astrologer and precious stone jewelry maker whose passion is helping people heal and discover their innate selves to thrive optimally in all parts of their lives.

About Nicole:

Nicole Michelena is a certified yoga instructor, psilocybin expert and the co-founder of Zenchronicity, an intimate group program that supports members in healing trauma through microdosing. She is an expert in the studies of shifting neuroplasticity, balancing one’s masculine and feminine energies, utilizing meditation to calm the nervous system, reprogramming traumas through plant medicine and the TFAR theory of mindfulness. Nicole is passionate about mental health reform and helps people in their overall body, mind and spirit reconnection.

Connect with Nicole and Megan:

Zenchronicity Website: https://www.zenchronicity222.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenchronicity_sisters/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenchronicity_podcast/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 90:

In this episode we discuss Charles' self-awareness journey, the importance of having passion and purpose, why he has chosen to work with ketamine, ketamine for the treatment of addiction, the upcoming documentary "Lighter", supporting the veteran community, offerings at his company "MY Self Wellness", western vs psychedelic medicine and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:33 - Introduction

02:33 - Charles' Self-Awareness Journey

12:59 - Having Passion And Purpose

15:40 - Why Choose Ketamine For Therapy?

22:50 - The Stigma Towards Ketamine

29:49 - Ketamine For The Treatment Of Addiction

35:24 - Upcoming Documentary "Lighter"

36:46 - The Veteran Community

39:38 - More About "MY Self Wellness"

40:57 - Precautions For Taking Ketamine

44:22 - Western Vs Psychedelic Medicine

50:00 - Last Words

51:47 - Outro

About Charles:

Charles Patti is the Chief Brand Officer of MY Self Wellness, a ketamine clinic based in Bonita Springs, Florida. The clinic serves clients locally and from all over the country and world. He is a frequent speaker in the psychedelic industry and recently appeared on national Fox Business show “Kennedy,” to share his knowledge about why ketamine is a valuable first line of defense for those suffering from depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Charles has an incredible story of his own self-healing through the use of psychedelic compounds. He is on a quest to help others heal, transform communities and disrupt the mental health industry by showing that psychedelic ketamine therapy is a long-term solution and an effective alternative from conventional medication that only treats symptoms, often with negative side effects.

About MY Self Wellness:

MY Self Wellness is comprised of a multidisciplinary group of psychiatrists, registered nurses, infusion specialists, and integration specialists. The center offers an array of services, including Ketamine Therapy, IV Vitamin Infusions, Peptide Therapy, Medical Cannabis Recommendations, Integrative Nutrition Services and Counseling. It exists to assist clients suffering from depression, anxiety, drug addiction, PTSD and more by combining the healing benefits of Ketamine with new lifestyle practices for a full mental reset.

Connect with Charles:

Website: https://myselfwellness.center/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@myselfwellness2175

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-patti-5758071a3

Instagram: https://instagram.com/my.self.wellness?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 89:

In this episode we discuss Justin's background story, what brought him into this work, why Justin and his team have chosen to focus specifically on LSD microdosing, the legal system in Australia regarding psychedelics, the clinical trials at MindBio Therapeutics, the stigma of LSD being a man-made lab drug, the mission at MindBio Therapeutics and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:17 - Introduction

02:42 - Justin's Background

04:16 - Why LSD Microdosing?

11:24 - The Legal System In Australia

15:22 - What Happens After Phase 2?

18:00 - The Microdosing Protocol

22:26 - Foraging For Mushrooms

26:01 - LSD Being A Man-Made Drug

32:03 - The Mission At MindBio Therapeutics

42:14 - Do You Get Any Pushback?

47:45 - The Importance Of Going Public

49:20 - Last Words

53:02 - Outro

About Justin:

Justin is a co-founder at MindBio Therapeutics - a biotechnology company pioneering research into novel psychedelic medicines to treat mental health conditions. MindBio is the only company in the world to have clinical trials approved for LSD take-home use after successfully completing a Phase 1 LSD-Microdosing clinical trial in 2022. Two separate Phase 2 take-home LSD-Microdosing trials are fully funded and due to start shortly. With a scientific team of 18 staff, MindBio is developing a Microdosing treatment protocol for at-home use and is developing a targeted treatment, formulation and digital intervention for scaling these treatments in the primary health system. The company employs artificial intelligence applications to ensure the safe dosage, use, and administration of psychedelic medicines while pioneering microdosing clinical studies to treat a range of medical conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic disorder, chronic pain, and opiate addictions, enabling mental health patients to get new and emerging treatment alternatives.

Connect with Justin:

Website: https://www.mindbiotherapeutics.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinhanka

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 88:

In this episode we discuss Chor's background story, what brought him into this work, the difference between facilitators and shamans working with Iboga, medicine providers who haven't gone through initiation or training, mistaking suffering for disconnection to the soul, Chor's thoughts on healing trauma, the Bwiti tribes and traditions, the harm reduction aspect, having certain expectations or resistance when working with the medicine, all about SoulCentro and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:23 - Introduction

01:56 - Chor's Background

05:16 - Facilitators Vs Shamans

07:39 - The Importance Of Initiation

10:08 - Providers Without Training

15:02 - Disconnection, Not Suffering

18:54 - Thoughts On Healing Trauma

27:30 - The Bwiti Tribes And Traditions

40:36 - The Harm Reduction Aspect

46:15 - Expectations, Resistance

53:42 - SoulCentro Retreats

58:56 - Outro

About Chor:

Chor is an ordained Healer (Shaman) from the BWÉTÉ tradition and has been working with IBOGA for 10 years. He is also a professional artist by way of the aerosol culture and have been for the past 30 years. He has dedicated his life to the way of the truth after receiving healing from IBOGA and reunited with his ancestry lineage and the medicine path. He’s the co-founder of SoulCentro - iboga retreats in Costa Rica.

Connect with Chor:

Website: https://soulcentro.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 87:

In this episode we discuss Levi and Leo's background story and how they came into this work, the unique experience of Iboga and its long-term benefits, the history of Iboga and it's origins, how the medicine is served in a ceremonial setting + dosage, Ibogas purgative effects, managing fear and trust within a ceremony and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:22 - Introduction

02:47 - Levi's Journey

05:35 - Iboga And Its Origins

11:20 - Leo's Background

18:07 - Experiencing Iboga

24:13 - Dealing With Pushback

28:16 - Managing Fear, Trust

35:49 - The Longterm Effects

39:08 - Levi's Crew In Costa Rica

43:00 - Ibogas Purgative Effects

46:24 - The History Of Iboga

47:55 - Microdosing Iboga

49:35 - Ceremonial Dose

52:25 - Health Implications

56:40 - Last Words

1:05:57 - Outro

About Levi:

Levi is an expert iboga provider that helps people heal with some of life's most difficult problems. People come from all over the world to Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica to deal with problems of depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, substance addictions and non-substance addictions. Iboga is a small shrub from West Central Africa in the countries of Gabon, Cameroon and the Congo. Iboga has been used for centuries by indigenous people and more recently has made its way to the Western world. The Bwiti tradition focuses on universal truths of our life to guide us to living a full happy life. The Bwiti tradition is a set of tools we can draw on to guide us in life to making the right decisions for ourselves, self-love, managing the mind and to give thanks for the most precious gift, our life. Levi has a deep relationship with Iboga that continues to bless and evolve. Working with over 1400 people during the iboga process with care and dedication, Levi continues to dedicate his life to living the Bwiti path, and deepening the relationship with iboga.

About Leo:

Leo is an Australian environmental engineer, adventurer, author and apprentice of plant medicines. Early in his adult life he suffered from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and treatment-resistant depression. At a point of desperation, he began working with indigenous plant medicines in 2016 to heal IBS, his gut, and his brain. It worked. In 2018 Leo was initiated into Fang Dissumba Bwiti at Ebando in Gabon. He has continued working with and learning about plant medicines since, moving to South America in 2020 to continue his studies. Leo is passionate about helping ensure plant medicine's; thriving, longevity, respectful use and conservation. His first book "The Iboga Experience" was released in February 2023. His second book "Mind Engineering" will be released in late 2024.

Links:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/leo.vanv?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Leo's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Iboga-Experience-Stories-experiences-transforms/dp/B0BW2WR6Z6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1FGY1HW46PYBA&keywords=the+iboga+experience&qid=1682442615&sprefix=the+iboga+e%2Caps%2C1780&sr=8-1

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 86:

In this episode we discuss Brendon's background story, health benefits of cannabis, the legal landscape regarding this plant medicine, women in cannabis development, the stigmatization of cannabis and gender inclusivity, cannabis being psychedelic, advocating for safe and responsible consumption, and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:59 - Introduction

03:31 - Brendon's Background

07:06 - What Is Cannabis?

11:13 - Cannabis Sovereignty

17:35 - Medicinal Compounds Of Cannabis

23:15 - Stigmatization, Gender Inclusivity

33:41 - The Legal Landscape

42:09 - Is Cannabis A Psychedelic?

48:51 - Advocating For Safe Use

55:20 - Addiction, Abuse

59:33 - Last Words

1:05:54 - Outro

About Brendon:Brendon is a Cannabis Horticulture Development Specialist, Phytopharmaceutical (Controlled Plant Medicines & Substances) Expert with an emphasis in Plant Agriculture Development from the University of Guelph. A Food Production Specialist with over twenty (20) years of progressive experience in production, quality control and marketing of a wide variety of fresh foods, vegetables, trees, medicinal, and herbal species. Completed multiple training in quality control, plant production technologies and customer service to enhance skills and management competencies. Outstanding research and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Connect with Brendon:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendon-roberts-184a2286

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 85:

In this powerful episode, Laurie shares her remarkable journey of fighting cancer with the use of magic mushrooms and cannabis oil. We talk about her background story, being okay with uncertainty, fear experienced when filming her documentary, a new organization: "Gathering Groups", meeting Dennis McKenna and Gabor Maté, adjusting to high doses of both magic mushrooms and cannabis oil, advice for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer or similar illnesses, and so much more.

DOSED: The Trip Of A Lifetime - https://www.dosedmovie.com/dosed2/

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:51 - Introduction

03:12 - Laurie's Background Story

15:39 - Being Okay With The Uncertainty

25:20 - Was There Fear When Doing The Documentary?

29:24 - A New Organization: Gathering Groups

36:24 - Meeting Dennis McKenna, Gabor Maté

41:57 - Adjusting To High Doses

47:37 - Using Cannabis Oil

49:15 - Current Plans

52:10 - Last Words

57:09 - Outro

About Laurie:

Laurie Brooks, mother of four diagnosed with terminal cancer is granted the right to legally use magic mushrooms to treat her end of life anxiety. She then embarks on a remarkable journey of personal transformation and healing while exploring lesser-known possible cures for cancer, like cannabis oil.

Connect with Laurie:

Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/DiHeBbOs-AU

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14556630/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/lauriesplace22?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 84:

In this episode we discuss Ben's background, what brought him to this work, how psychedelics are becoming an alternative to SSRIs, understanding serotonin syndrome/toxicity, having the correct approach to microdosing, current observations on the psychedelic renaissance, the differences between ayahuasca and mescaline, Ben's offerings and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:29 - Introduction

03:43 - Ben's Background

07:00 - Tapering Off SSRIs

12:00 - Serotonin Syndrome/Toxicity

21:54 - Replacing SSRIs With Psychedelics

36:02 - The Right Approach To Microdosing

46:01 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

50:49 - Ayahuasca And Mescaline

55:53 - LSD And Psilocybin

57:47 - Ben's Offerings

1:01:55 - Outro

About Ben:

Psychopharmacology Consultant and Psychedelic Educator.

Psychiatric Pharmacist offering psychopharmacology consulting and education relating to psychedelic pharmacology and their potential for interaction with psychiatric medication.

Connect With Ben:

https://spiritpharmacist.com/

Free Guides, Webinars, and Resources:

Blog Page: https://spiritpharmacist.com/blog/

Antidepressant and Psychedelic Drug Interaction and Tapering Guide: https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/ADpsychedelicGuide

Breakthrough Psychedelics at a Glance: MDMA, Psilocybin, Ketamine https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/pl/2147604511

Navigating Psychedelics and Psychotropics: Bridging the Gap https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/pl/2147568032

Five Guide: Pharmacology and Drug Interactions of 5-MeO-DMT https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/opt-in-FiveGuide

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 83:

In this episode we discuss Justin's background, what brought him to this work, his experience working with high doses of psilocybin, finding the correct dose for an individual, how psychedelics tend to bring up past trauma, current observations on the psychedelic renaissance, advice for individuals wanting to attend a retreat, Justin's current projects and so much more!

Article by Justin on how to find the right retreat: https://psychedelichealth.co.uk/2023/03/22/evaluating-psychedelic-retreats/

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:47 - Introduction

03:02 - Justin's Background

05:58 - Working With Macrodoses

11:06 - Finding The Correct Dose For An Individual

18:39 - Do Psychedelics Always Bring Up Trauma?

29:57 - The Ongoing Training At MycoMeditations

36:45 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

48:43 - Justin's Advice For Selecting A Retreat

52:21 - Current Projects, Offerings

55:03 - Outro

About Justin:

Justin Townsend, CEO of MycoMeditations with experience as an advisor to start-ups, most recently in the healthcare space, Justin brings a blend of business acumen, leadership skills and a nose for futuristic health models to the MycoMeditations team. As CEO and also a retreat facilitator, Justin has overseen psilocybin sessions for over 1000 individuals and has administered thousands of high doses (consistently in the range of 5-15g) in group environments of 8-12 people. With a deep understanding of psychological frameworks—transpersonal and depth psychology—as well as holotropic breathwork, Justin is able to facilitate cathartic experiences through high doses, group work, and severe cases of trauma, depression, anxiety from individuals. As a direct result of Justin’s expertise, MycoMeditations is able to assist those with severe cases and offer a solution that would otherwise not be available to these individuals.

Connect with Justin:

Website: https://www.mycomeditations.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MycoMeditations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycomeditations/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 82:

In this episode we discuss Gerardo's background story, what brought him to this work, a healing journey with his brother Leo, the advantages of doing psychedelic-assisted therapy as a family, benefits of integrating MDMA with marriage counseling, Gerardo's preparation work and preferred model, breathwork facilitation, stoic philosophy, upcoming projects and so much more!

Our previous conversation: https://youtu.be/E9cYly9Kw2o

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:10 - Introduction

03:15 - Gerardo's Background

06:55 - A Healing Journey With His Brother Leo

12:27 - Doing Psychedelic Therapy As A Family

21:25 - Using MDMA For Marriage Counselling

27:46 - Gerardo's Preferred Model

32:49 - Breathwork Facilitation

36:00 - Understanding Resistance, Challenges

51:13 - Who Is Required For The Role Of A Facilitator?

1:03:10 - Gerardo's Upcoming Projects

1:07:22 - Where To Connect

About Gerardo:

Gerardo Urias is an author, breathwork facilitator, public speaker, personal coach, psychedelic facilitator, and an avid lifelong traveler and adventurer, spending his entire life since he turned 19 in places like Bavaria, southeast Asia, Mexico, Central America, Cuba, and Colombia. Gerardo’s recently published book, Taking Back My Mind: My Journey Out of Depression with Psilocybin Mushrooms, details his journey out of depression with psilocybin mushrooms, breathwork, cold plunges, yoga, meditation, time in nature, accessing “flow state,” travel, and philosophy.

Gerardo is currently working on a documentary about his journey, a second book detailing his recent journey with 5MeO-DMT in Tepoztlan, Mexico, wellness workshops in California, and building multiple psychedelic healing retreats in California and Mexico. Learn more about Gerardo’s projects on his website: https://takingbackmymind.com/

Connect with Gerardo:

Website: www.takingbackmymind.com

Media: www.takingbackmymind.com/home

Retreats: www.takingbackmymind.com/retreats/

Podcasts: www.takingbackmymind.com/podcasts/

San Diego Events: www.takingbackmymind.com/events

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 81:

In this episode we discuss Gabrielle's background story, what brought her to this work, her research findings on women healers, how healing is approached in the west, the focus of the Third Wave coaching program, observations on the future of psychedelics in the US, Gabrielle's experience with peyote, the importance of taking small steps in our healing journey, learning from the indigenous and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

02:03 - Introduction

03:36 - Gabrielle's Background

12:46 - Research Findings On Women Healers

15:26 - How Healing Is Approached In The West

21:04 - The Third Wave Coaching Program

25:31 - Thoughts On The Future Of Psychedelics

29:00 - Gabrielle's Experience With Peyote

35:47 - Harm Reduction, Having Intention

43:34 - Small Steps To Transformation

48:38 - Learning From The Indigenous

56:09 - Last Words Of Wisdom

58:54 - Outro

About Gabrielle:

Gabrielle Pelicci, Ph.D. “Dr. Gabby” is Head of Provider Relations at Third Wave, a trusted, research-based psychedelics education and community platform. Dr. Gabby completed her doctoral work in Transformative Studies at the California Institute of Integral Studies with a dissertation on women healers -- and studied plant medicine with indigenous healers in New Mexico and Guatemala. She has been a University Professor of Integrative and Holistic Medicine since 2007. Her first book, All This Healing is Killing Me, is available on Amazon.

Connect with Gabrielle:

Website: https://www.gabriellepelicci.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellepelicciphd/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/drgabbypelicci

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabbypelicci/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GabriellePelicciPhD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/gpelicci

Gabrielle's Book: https://www.amazon.com/All-This-Healing-Killing-Me-ebook/dp/B0BWSJ9FYT/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 80:

In this episode we discuss Naysha's background story, how she came into the medicine work, our first encounter at a retreat, the importance of maintaining your inner child, how plant medicines can help keep your integrity intact, psychedelics becoming mainstream, thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, bringing awareness to the masses and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:33 - Introduction

02:19 - Naysha's Story

08:20 - Our First Encounter

11:10 - The Child-Like Spirit

16:21 - Does The Medicine Keep Your Integrity Intact?

23:11 - Plant Medicines Becoming Mainstream

29:54 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

39:16 - Bringing Awareness To The Masses

53:06 - Naysha's Last Words Of Wisdom

56:42 - Her Current Projects, Offerings

59:41 - Outro

About Naysha:

A devoted Curandera from the Peruvian Amazon working in the shamanic field for 12 years. Trained by indigenous shamans. Born from plants, carries her medicine all over the world to help people awaken and heal.

Connect with Naysha:

Instagram: @curanderita

Blog: https://naysha.blog/

Website: http://www.taitainti.com

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only,

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 79:
In this episode we discuss Elizabeth's background story, what brought her into this work, having the patience to grow spiritually, understanding iboga and the Bwiti tradition, western vs traditional iboga use, dosing and contraindications, the offerings at SoulCentro Iboga Retreats, thoughts on reciprocity, the importance of respecting the medicine and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:32 - Introduction
04:08 - Elizabeth's Background Story
13:31 - Having The Patience To Grow Spiritually
20:10 - Understanding Iboga, The Bwiti Tradition
32:00 - Western Vs Traditional Iboga Use
40:00 - Dosing, Contraindications
51:10 - SoulCentro Iboga Retreats
57:37 - Thoughts On Reciprocity
1:02:50 - Respecting The Medicine
1:11:26 - Last Words Of Wisdom
1:14:33 - Outro

About Elizabeth:
Elizabeth Bast is a Missoko Bwiti initiate, traditionally trained iboga provider, and a co-founder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats in Costa Rica. She is the author of the award-winning memoir, Heart Medicine: A True Love Story--One Couple's Quest for the Sacred Iboga Medicine & the Cure for Addiction. Bast is a recipient of a Women of the Psychedelic Renaissance grant from the psychedelic feminist nonprofit organization Cosmic Sister and a member of Cosmic Sister's Expert Advisory Circle. She studied at New College of San Francisco with an emphasis on Art and Social Change and completed the transformational coach training program for psychedelic integration with Being True to You. Elizabeth’s Bwiti name is Mbeye, which means the medicine of the river.

Connect With Elizabeth:
Website: https://soulcentro.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebast1
Instagram: https://instagram.com/soulcentro_retreats?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 78:
In this episode we discuss Ian's background, what brought him into this work, what psilomethoxin is and how it is developed, the effects of psilomethoxin on the brain and body, the importance of protecting the medicine, how to become a psilomethoxin church member, working with veterans using this medicine, harm reduction advice for using iboga, Ian's thoughts on the medical module, observations on the psychedelic renaissance and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:36 - Introduction
03:53 - Ian's Background
04:44 - What Is Psilomethoxin?
07:46 - How Does It Affect The Brain, Body?
11:48 - First Person To Ingest It Through Bioassay
18:46 - Protecting The Medicine
20:39 - Does Psilomethoxin Cause Hallucinations?
25:32 - How To Become A Church Member
30:17 - Working With Veterans
36:06 - Harm Reduction Advice For Iboga Use
42:07 - The Biggest Challenge Working With Veterans
44:58 - Current Thoughts On The Medical Module
47:16 - Observations On The Psychedelic Renaissance
50:47 - Ian's Projects And Offerings
53:18 - Outro

About Ian:
Ian is a Co-Founder of the Church of the Sacred Synthesis which offers the sacrament psilomethoxin and he is the first human being to ingest it through bioassay. Ian grew up in Hawaii in the 1970’s where cannabis and mushrooms were decriminalized and integrated into the culture. He has been healing himself for over 30 years with sacred medicines, a spiritual practice, and being a student and practitioner of ethnobotany. Ian is a West Point graduate, former US Army officer, Blackhawk helicopter pilot and combat veteran.

Upcoming Psilomethoxin Event: https://psilomethoxin.com/april-15-2023-entheogenesis/

Connect with Ian:
http://www.psilomethoxin.com/
https://psychedelicmusalman.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ian.benouis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbenouis/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 77:
In this episode we discuss Sanne's background story, what brought her into medicine work, her current thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, experiencing amplified trauma responses and dissociation, integrating the spiritual and earthly perspective, listening to and respecting the medicine, the lack of belonging in our society, advice for the younger generation in the medicine space, Sanne's current projects and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:23 - Introduction
05:55 - What Brought You Into This Work?
10:13 - Current Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance
29:04 - Experiencing Amplified Trauma Responses, Dissociation
40:37 - Integrating The Spiritual And Earthly Perspective
51:10 - Listening To And Respecting The Medicine
1:05:05 - The Lack Of Belonging In Our Society
1:14:04 - Advice For The Younger Generation
1:20:03 - Sanne's Current Projects, Offerings
1:22:09 - Outro

About Sanne:
Sanne is a visionary artist, holistic therapist, and entheogenic guide who facilitates healing sessions, ceremonies, and retreats. She specializes in resolving anxiety at its root by fusing therapeutic knowledge of how to resolve trauma with energetic practices, guided meditations, and creative expression.

Connect With Sanne:
Website: https://www.sanneheart.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanneHeart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sanneheart/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 76:
In this episode we discuss Nikos's background story, what real philosophy is, Socrates' beliefs and teachings, how to begin your own journey of philosophy, the western module, thoughts on divine timing and traumatic leverage, Nikos's experience with psychedelic medicines, his offerings and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:27 - Introduction
02:58 - Nikos's Background
07:08 - What Is Real Philosophy, Socrates
13:20 - Philosophy Is The Framework For Excellence
22:34 - Psychedelic Medicine And Dangerous Wisdom
28:31 - How Does One Begin Their Journey Of Philosophy?
37:50 - Is It Too Late For The Western Module?
47:02 - Thoughts On Divine Timing, Traumatic Leverage
1:00:24 - Experience With Psychedelic Medicines
1:09:39 - Nikos's Offerings And Current Projects
1:12:04 - Outro

About Nikos:
Nikos Patedakis is a consulting philosopher and educator who works with the nonduality of Nature and Culture. Drawing from the sciences, the arts, and the wisdom traditions, he helps individuals and organizations become more empowered, more creative, more ecologically aware, and more capable of transforming and healing self and world at the same time. Philosophy is therapy for the soul, a master key for excellence and success, and fundamental to the evolution of individuals and society.

Connect With Nikos:
https://dangerouswisdom.org/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 75:
In this episode we discuss David's background story, his near-death experience, traumatized individuals seeking psychedelics, navigating the legal landscape, biotech companies using psychedelics, thoughts on indigenous traditions, transpersonal states of consciousness and kabbalah, coming out of the psychedelic closet and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:50 - Introduction
04:26 - David's Background Story
09:11 - Traumatized Individuals Seeking Psychedelics
16:01 - Why Is The Education Front Important In Psychedelics?
21:42 - How Do You Navigate The Legal Landscape?
26:20 - Who Qualifies For The Vital Program?
33:37 - Biotech Companies Using Psychedelics
41:02 - Thoughts On Indigenous Traditions And Culture
52:20 - Transpersonal States Of Consciousness And Kabbalah
57:26 - Religions Using Psychedelics In Their Tradition
1:03:10 - Unexperienced Individuals Wanting To Serve
1:07:56 - Coming Out Of The Psychedelic Closet
1:16:23 - David's Upcoming Projects, Offerings
1:23:11 - Outro

About David:
David Drapkin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Psychotherapist, based in New Jersey. At the age of 21 David’s near-death electrocution experience resulted in a profound change in life direction, away from his BA in Economics and career dreams to be a stock broker to many years spent backpacking, spiritual seeking and disappearing into nature and solitude. Since then, David has received two MA degrees in Social Work and accumulated over 15 yrs in front-line clinical, supervisory, managerial and directorship healthcare roles. David has worked for three separate hospital-based behavioral health departments, and was previously also the clinical director of an outpatient addiction clinic. David is a psychodynamic psychotherapist with psychoanalytic training from the William Alanson White Institute of NYC. His private practice has been open since 2017. David's encounters with non-ordinary states of consciousness go back to his teenage years. From raves and wilderness psilocybin journeys to solo fasting meditation retreats in India, Israel and New Zealand. David is particularly interested in the intersections between transpersonal states of consciousness and Kabbalah. In 2021 David joined Psychedelics Today, and is currently the Director of Education & Training.

Connect With David:
https://psychedelicstoday.com/
https://www.psychedeliceducationcenter.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 74:
In this episode we discuss Dr. Jessica's background, the difference between entheogens and psychedelics, the importance of apprenticeship, role models in western civilization, recreational use of psychedelics, spiritual emergency and awakenings, spiritualizing psychopathology, the need for inclusivity and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:37 - Introduction
03:18 - Jessica's Background
09:19 - Entheogens Vs Psychedelics
16:11 - The Importance Of Apprenticeship
41:38 - Role Models In Western Civilization
44:21 - The Recreational Use Of Psychedelics
52:59 - Spiritual Emergency And Awakenings
1:00:42 - Spiritualizing Psychopathology
1:15:16 - The Need For Inclusivity
1:21:56 - Last Words
1:26:57 - Outro

About Jessica:
Rev Dr. Jessica Rochester is the author of Ayahuasca Awakening, A Guide to Self-Discovery, Self-Mastery and Self-Care, Volume One and Two. She is an ordained Inter-Faith Minister with a Doctorate in Divinity. A transpersonal counselor and educator, she trained in the work of the psychiatrist Roberto Assagioli MD and trained with Stanislav Grof MD. Dr. Rochester is the Madrinha of Céu do Montréal, the Santo Daime (Ayahuasca) church she founded in 1997. She has been a workshop leader, teacher, and in private practice. She continues to lecture on consciousness, non-ordinary states of consciousness, self-discovery, spiritual development, and personal transformation. From 2001 to 2017 she worked with Health Canada to achieve the recognition of the Santo Daime as a legitimate religion and the right to import the Santo Daime Sacrament for ritual use. In June 2017, this mission was accomplished and Céu do Montréal received an Exemption to import and serve the Santo Daime Sacrament.

Connect with Jessica:
Website: https://www.revdrjessicarochester.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revdrjrochester/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/revdrjessica-rochester/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063636693815

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 73:
In this episode we discuss Eric's background story, his Psanctuary church, the importance of community, reinforcing self-agency, the popularization of psychedelics, the psychedelic renaissance, current projects, thoughts on LSD, psychedelics having their own agenda and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:25 - Introduction
03:14 - Eric's Background
04:57 - Psanctuary Church
07:50 - Reinforcing Self-Agency
19:04 - The Popularization Of Psychedelics
29:28 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance
37:02 - Current Projects And Experiences
40:47 - Eric's Thoughts On LSD
47:20 - Psychedelics Having Their Own Agenda
1:01:16 - Last Words Of Wisdom
1:04:00 - Outro

About Eric:
Eric Osborne is the President of the Psanctuary Church, born in the Kentucky countryside, Eric soon broke from his conservative origins and immersed himself in the esoteric. A father of four, he has devoted his life to expanding spiritual physical and mental health by embracing the natural world. Eric has been facilitating psilocybin experiences for 24 years. As founder of the world's first psilocybin mushroom retreat, the nation's most public sacred mushroom church and three gourmet and psychedelic mushroom farms he is one of the world's leading experts in psilocybin mushroom cultivation and facilitation.

Connect with Eric:
Website: www.psanctuary.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sporespreader/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psilocybin_says/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psanctuarychurch/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-osborne-0b7744b6/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 72:
In this episode we discuss the benefits of laughter, laughter as medicine, Dave's background story, starting a self-awareness journey, the beauty of paradox, having insights when surrendering, understanding what is pronoia and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:37 - Introduction
02:29 - How We Connected
04:20 - Laughter As Medicine
09:07 - Dave's Background Story
17:50 - Self-Awareness Journey
23:14 - The Beauty Of Paradox
29:27 - Spontaneous Laughter Experiment
40:07 - Having Insights When Surrendering
51:35 - Starting A Self-Awareness Journey
1:06:24 - Dave's Offerings
1:08:42 - Outro

About Dave:
Dave Berman explores infinity laughter, the Nature of Thought, and pronoia. His daily laughing journey has literally taken him around the world. He says "Laughter is the sound of joyful breathing." As a coach, Dave helps people have a better emotional quality of life, often by surrendering to being laughed, a hypnotic, transcendent, and sometime psychedelic experience. If you have ever heard the cliche "laughter is the best medicine" you'll want to hear this interview.

Connect with Dave:
Laughter Gym - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/join
Stress Buster Buddy - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/stressbuster
Mental Immunity For Parents of Moody Teens - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/parents
Pronoia Experimentation Pod - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/pronoia
Conspiracy of Blessings - https://facebook.com/groups/conspiracyofblessings

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 71:
In this episode we discuss Sarah's background, the entropic brain, her prototype: Meu and biofeedback device: Wisdom, what brought her into neuroscience, thoughts on biotech companies, working at Red Light Holland, observations on the psychedelic renaissance, the growing hype of psychedelic use, Sarah's project: Radix Motion and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:49 - Introduction
04:52 - Sarah's Background
06:22 - What Is The Entropic Brain?
12:26 - How Does Recreational Use Fall Into This Spectrum?
17:09 - Sarah's Prototype: Meu, Biofeedback Device: Wisdom
24:44 - What Brought You Into Neuroscience?
26:40 - Thoughts On Biotech Companies
30:29 - Working at Red Light Holland
33:37 - Observations On The Psychedelic Renaissance
39:15 - The Growing Hype Of Psychedelic Use
44:35 - Sarah's Project: Radix Motion
49:36 - Last Words Of Wisdom
50:33 - Outro

Sarah, is utilizing her research in cognitive neuroscience, focused on psychedelics, embodiment and immersive technology to connect humans to their body, each other and the environment. Sarah published the first paper on predictive coding and psychedelics back in 2017. She tried VR for the first time after a visit to Burning Man and pivoted her research, opening the first VR lab in the motor control department of Radboud university. Since completing her Master's she has been consulting and developing for many companies in the immersive field from pain management (Karuna Labs), bias training (Debias VR) and empathy-driven learning (Facebook). She has opened her own company focused on increasing the bandwidth of human connection with immersive technology. Her prototype called Meu has been hailed as working towards realizing the work of Terence McKenna’s vision (https://gen.medium.com/most-vr-is-total-bullshit-81a08431df38) by Douglas Rushkoff and called "Trippy and super compelling" by Kent Bye (https://voicesofvr.com/780-invoking-psychedelic-embodiment-experiences-vr-radix-motion-meu/). As part of her work, she utilized consensual data collected from Red Light Holland microdosing app in the Netherlands as well as market research and scientific research to help inform legislators in Oregon, Washington, and other places and promote responsible accessibility to Natural Psilocybin products for adults.

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 70:
In this episode we discuss Susannah's background story, how military veterans are awakening with the use of plant medicines, how Susannah co-founded "House of Embodied Metamorphosis", the medicine Susannah and her team work with, ancient tribes practicing group rituals, the power of group processes, Susannah's upcoming projects and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:28 - Introduction
02:22 - Susannah's Background Story
05:15 - Military Veterans Awakening
12:44 - Plant Medicines Recruiting Us
19:20 - House of Embodied Metamorphosis
34:02 - The Medicine Susannah Works With
41:47 - Ancient Tribes Practicing Group Rituals
47:49 - The Power Of Group Processes
58:40 - Susannah's Upcoming Projects
1:02:43 - Outro

About Susannah:
After serving as a Marine Corps Officer through two combat tours in Afghanistan, Susannah experienced a profound spiritual awakening to find her flow. Now she serves as a dedicated "Warrior for Peace" and Embodied Consciousness Guide. She co-founded House of Embodied Metamorphosis, a 508(c)1a organization that offers healing retreats and transformative coaching programs. Through this work, she guides others in Sacred Medicine Ceremony to align their spiritual and human selves, so they may remember purpose and find deep connection with their Self and Others.

Connect With Susannah:
Website: https://metamorphosis.ventures/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susannahroses/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 69:
In this episode we discuss Marc-John's background story, how he came into the medicine space, the difference between psychotropic and psychedelic plants, his intention for wanting to coach people, advocating for psychotropic plant medicines, his offerings at the Jungle Wisdom academy, understanding the master plant dieta and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:34 - Introduction
02:00 - Marc-John's Background
05:50 - Psychotropic Vs Psychedelic Plants
08:43 - Letting Go Of Ego To Lead With Humility
12:19 - The Intention For Coaching People In Need
19:06 - Is The New Earth Cycle Simply One Of Many?
28:01 - Advocating For Psychotropic Plant Medicines
39:55 - What Do The Elders Think Of The West Using Plant Medicines?
44:16 - Marc-John's Offerings At The Jungle Wisdom Academy
47:35 - Understanding The Master Plant Dieta
51:33 - Last Words Of Wisdom
52:32 - Outro

About Marc-John:
Marc-John is a practitioner of modern shamanism since 2008. These studies have brought him to developing close friendships with the indigenous populations of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, and Mexico. He has been apprenticing deeply with the Shipibo-Konibo tribe of Peru since November 2019. Among his many callings are: ceremony & retreat facilitation, plant medicine integration, coaching, teaching and mentoring, writing and public speaking, indigenous capacitation, liaison, and advocacy. He is head coach and faculty member at the Plant Spirit School by EntheoNation, and together with his native Peruvian wife, co-founder of Jungle Wisdom Academy and Native Wisdom Hub, whose core mission is to teach, coach, mentor, and facilitate in ways that carry the voices of the indigenous populations forward through the world's current psychedelic renaissance.

Connect With Marc-John:
Website: www.marc-johnbrown.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcjohn.brown
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcjohnbrown/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-johnbrown/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 68:
In this episode we discuss Shiri's background, advice for individuals wanting to get into this space, understanding integration and why it's important, the golden rules of psychedelic integration, acknowledging that integration is a long-term process and every day is a ceremony, the empowerment of observing your striving, the psychedelic revival and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:25 - Introduction
03:30 - Shiri's Background Story
08:57 - How Can One Get Into This Space?
21:08 - Understanding Integration And Why It's Important
27:40 - The Golden Rules Of Psychedelic Integration
35:27 - Integration Being A Long-Term Process
41:31 - Surrendering To The Unknown, Letting Go Of Control
54:33 - The Empowerment Of Observing Your Striving
57:37 - Shiri's Projects And Offerings
1:00:19 - Outro

About Shiri:
Shiri Godasi is a teacher, author, visionary creatrix, depth poet and mother. She is passionate about creating a decolonized, psychedelic-positive counterculture and empowering people to step into radical authenticity/radical action and co-create a just world. Shiri is best known for her pioneering methods in the field of psychedelic integration and community bridging, including founding 5 entheogenic harm reduction organizations; directing a professional psychedelic therapy & creative leadership training program; and innovating a proven integration treatment protocol called The Psyched Soul™ Method. Shiri specializes in multidimensional, quantum-leap life transformations, soulcode recovery & realignment. Her approach draws from consciousness & cosmology, transpersonal psychology, quantum healing, Eastern philosophy and multidisciplinary arts, fusing ancient wisdom with modern practices for a ‘Psyched’ lifestyle.

Connect with Shiri:
www.psychedsoul.com
www.psychedeliaintegration.org
www.psychedelicintegrationcoach.com

Shiri's Social media:
@The.psyched.soul - Instagram, Facebook + YouTube

Free Audience Gifts:
https://www.psychedsoul.com/freebies

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 67:
In this episode we discuss Jonathon's background story, the precarious nature of ayahuasca, opening up to spiritual growth, accepting that self-work and healing is a long-term process, ancient knowledge about the Sequoia tribe, understanding and respecting the lineage of each medicine, Jonathon's current projects and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:34 - Introduction
02:32 - Jonathon's Background Story
27:09 - The Precarious Nature Of Ayahuasca
37:19 - What Makes Somebody Open To Spiritual Growth?
46:21 - Accepting That Self-Work/Healing Is A Slow Process
53:04 - The Reality Of The Divine Immortals
57:51 - Understanding The Lineage Of Each Medicine
1:04:50 - Jonathon's Current Projects And Offerings
1:10:24 - Outro

About Jonathon:
Jonathon is an Ethnobotanist, facilitator and the author of Rainforest Medicine ~ Preserving Indigenous Science and Biological Diversity in the Upper Amazon. Jonathon has spent the past twenty-nine years studying rainforest plant medicine traditions. Since 1996 he has organized biannual “Rainforest Medicine Councils,” experiential workshops journeys, for “Personal, community and Planetary Renewal,” that have offered participants an intimate opportunity to meet and learn from cultural adepts, the mighty rainforest and the omnipotent plant teachers.

Connect with Jonathon:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathon.sparrow
Website: https://www.wakingtimes.com/the-precarious-nature-of-ayahuasca/
Retreat Program: https://oceanforestecolodge.secure.retreat.guru/program/rainforest-medicine-council-january-14th-to-21th-2023/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 66:
In this episode, we discuss Nicole's background story, what brought her into the medicine space, combining somatic therapy with psychedelics, choosing the right modality in the healing arts, thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, integrating communities, countries and cultures, the law of reciprocity, Nicole's current projects, her last words of wisdom and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:40 - Introduction
03:09 - Nicole's Background Story
07:36 - What Caused You To Work With All These Modalities?
15:31 - Combining Somatic Therapy With Psychedelics
18:11 - How Does One Know Which Modality To Choose?
30:23 - Communities, Countries, and Cultures Integrating
43:20 - The Law Of Reciprocity
48:35 - The Richness Of Community And Culture
51:39 - Nicole's Current Projects
54:15 - Last Words Of Wisdom
57:29 - Outro

About Nicole:
Nicole Lilly, MA, LMT Integrative Healing Artist, Educator and Guide providing education, guidance, and support for personal development through a holistic framework including body, mind, heart, and spirit. She has been in the Healing and Transformational Arts for 12 years, and holds a Masters in Body Psychotherapy from Naropa University along with a license in massage therapy. She skillfully guides individuals and groups choosing to embark on their journey with expanded states of consciousness and botanical allies, such as sacred mushrooms. Nicole is a national presenter, speaker, teacher, and facilitator in the entheogenic space. She currently offers online group learning immersions through her education and inspiration platform, The Luminous Guide, to people all over the world.

Connect with Nicole:
https://www.nicolelilly.com/
https://theluminousguide.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 65:
In this episode we discuss Skye's background story, what brought her into the medicine space, the importance of community and its benefits, what lead her to working with women, cannabis-assisted therapy, the somatic effect when working with cannabis and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:40 - Introduction
03:16 - Skye's Background Story
09:17 - Is Education a Necessity To Serve Medicine?
21:52 - The Importance Of Community
27:44 - What Lead You To Working With Women?
38:55 - Cannabis-Assisted Therapy
52:35 - What Are These Somatic Modalities?
1:01:56 - Skye's Last Words Of Wisdom
1:05:06 - Outro

About Skye:
Skye Weaver is a mentor, teacher, consultant, facilitator and public speaker who's work focuses on who we are being in the process of whatever it is we are doing. Her teachings revolve around psychedelics, earth medicines, women's leadership, right relationship, cannabis, integration, integrity, relational healing, trauma resolution, self-actualization & radical self-care in leadership. She’s a lead facilitator with Medicinal Mindfulness, resident facilitator at DoubleBlind Magazine, guest faculty for EntheoNation, integration specialist for InnerSpace Integration, and founder of UnDone: A Ceremonial Container for Women’s Leadership. Skye has her MFA from Harvard, trained at the Hakomi Institute and is certified in mindfulness-based psychedelic therapy from the Center for Medicinal Mindfulness She is also a certified yoga teacher, Reiki Master, trained bodyworker and Alexander practitioner.

Connect with Skye:
Website: https://theskyeweaver.mykajabi.com/undone
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1314829663
http://medicinalmindfulness-20964304.hs-sites.com/psychedelic-sitters-school-first-step

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 64:
In this episode we discuss Alex's background story, acknowledging the power of art, the role of art in psychedelic integration, thoughts on having creative block, the important relationship between trauma and art, Alex's fascination with mycology, learning how to live/die well as an elder, Alex's "imperfect" sculptures and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:49 - Introduction
04:19 - Alex's Background Story
07:13 - Why Do People Gain Respect For These Medicines?
15:12 - The Reason For Creating "Today's Vibe"
18:28 - Acknowledging The Power Of Art
26:30 - The Role Of Art In Psychedelic Integration
30:56 - Alex's Sculpture Work, One Of His Pieces
36:40 - Thoughts On Having Creative Block
43:38 - The Relationship Between Trauma And Art
49:13 - Alex's Fascination With Mycology/Fungi
54:19 - Being Flexible With Creativity, Collaboration
1:00:25 - Learning How To Live/Die Well As An Elder
1:07:01 - Alex's "Imperfect" Pieces, Private Exhibit
1:13:44 - Last Words
1:18:24 - Outro

About Alexander:
Alexander is a Berlin-based, mixed-media artist working across sculpture, mycology (biology of fungi), and the mystical.

Connect with Alexander:
Website: https://www.alexandermain.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandermain/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 63:
In this episode, we have our second conversation with Changal to discuss what has been emerging in the psychedelic space since our last conversation, educating newcomers to plant medicine, disrupting the western mindset, Changal's thoughts on psychotic breaks, microdosing, psilomethoxin and much more!

The previous conversation with Changal:
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hJXyXxfMivb

00:00 - Fire Moment
01:32 - Introduction
03:11 - What Has Been Emerging Since We Last Spoke?
05:07 - How Do We Educate Newcomers To The Medicine?
24:04 - Disrupting The Western Mindset
41:28 - Are You Working Towards Building A Community?
47:21 - Changal's Thoughts On Psychotic Breaks
1:08:32 - The Book "Breaking Open"
1:11:55 - Last Thoughts On Microdosing
1:18:28 - What Is Psilomethoxin?
1:20:52 - Last Words
1:23:30 - Outro

About Changal-Sapuro Ancestralis:
Facilitator of Bufo Alvarius, Kambo and Ayahuasca medicine, Artist, Builder, Farmer. He was introduced to psychedelics at the age of 9 and he’s been exploring psychedelic and entheogenic states for more than 17 years. In the last 6 years, he’s been living on 1 hector of land where he is building a regenerative community healing farm, also traveling around the world to share Bufo medicine (Germany, Poland, Serbia, Austria, California, Oregon, Mexico, and last 2 years also traveling to Brazil to share Bufo medicine. His attitude towards psychedelics is “medicine for life” and he has a shamanic perspective and approach to psychedelics. He believes the entheogenic medicine is the best ally/teacher and pure consciousness itself.

Connect with Changal:
https://www.facebook.com/ApukunaRetreatCenter
https://soundcloud.com/changalero
https://www.mixcloud.com/Changaleros/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:
Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner
Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 62:

In this episode, we talk about a variety of topics linked to ketamine therapy. We discuss Matt's background story, his book "Psychedelics for Everyone", the mental health benefits of using ketamine, concerns and backlash of using ketamine, normalizing mental health discussions and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:03 - Introduction

01:30 - Matt's Background

04:15 - Are Psychedelics Recruiting Us?

08:48 - Matt's Book "Psychedelics for Everyone"

16:49 - Western Medical Model Vs Decriminalisation Model

20:37 - Understanding The Goal Of Matt's Book

24:29 - Why Work With Ketamine?

28:08 - Backlash Of Using Ketamine On Telehealth

31:50 - How Does Ketamine Benefit Mental Health?

35:02 - Are there Concerns About Using Ketamine?

38:34 - Using Ketamine After A Psychotic Break

45:09 - Normalising Mental Health Discussions

47:16 - Last Words Of Wisdom

50:06 - Outro

About Matt:

Matt Zemon is the CEO and Co-Founder of HAPPŸŸ, a mental wellness company that specializes in psychedelic-assisted ketamine therapy along with digital therapeutics that promote life-transforming outcomes. Matt is also the author of Psychedelics for Everyone: A Beginner’s Guide to these Powerful Medicines for Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Expanding Consciousness and received his Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health with honors from King’s College London.

Connect with Matt:

Company: www.HAPPYY.me

Personal: www.mattzemon.com

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mattzemon

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattzemon/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.zemon/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 61:

In this episode, we dive deep into Sabrina's background and discuss the psychedelic renaissance, the importance of community, IFS model (Internal Family Systems), the cultural burden of hyper-independence in the west, the role of somatic and touch therapy, Sabrina's current/upcoming projects and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:46 - Introduction

02:46 - Sabrina's Background

06:08 - Observations On The Psychedelic Renaissance

11:02 - The Importance Of Community

21:39 - Working With The IFS Model (Internal Family Systems)

42:20 - The Cultural Burden Of Hyper-Independence

48:00 - The Role Of Somatic And Touch Therapy

59:40 - Sabrina's Current/Upcoming Projects

1:00:42 - Last Words Of Wisdom

1:01:51 - Outro

About Sabrina:

Sabrina Santa Clara’s early career began as a massage therapist, embodiment educator and yoga instructor focused on the interchange of soma, psyche and spirit. She received her undergraduate in Sociology and her Master’s in Dance/Movement Therapy and Body Psychotherapy from Naropa University. She is a Certified Psychedelic Integration Therapist and is an Advanced Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist and approved IFS Consultant having worked with the model for over 20 years. Having walked many spiritual paths, Sabrina identifies as a Spiritual Bohemian and practices primarily as a Spiritual Midwife, Elder, Consultant and Educator. She has created training and certification programs in Psychotherapeutic Touch and teaches this model with several psychedelic organizations. She is currently working on a book on Self Psychedelic Integration, which outlines a community-based model of psychedelic exploration and healing.

Connect with Sabrina:

Website: https://www.sabrinasantaclara.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinasantaclara/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SabrinaSSantaClara/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFfYU-b-vABbLX9TyhjnJFA

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 60:

In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics such as Milena's background story, how she transitioned from a fashion/costume designer to the art of traditional drum building, children in the psychedelic space, thoughts on social media, the spirit of medicinal drums and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:19 - Introduction

04:06 - Milena's Background Story

08:18 - Transitioning Into Shamanic Work

13:43 - How Did Psychedelics Affect Your Path?

21:50 - Children In The Psychedelic Space

28:02 - A Significant Psychedelic Experience

34:01 - Surrendering To The Unknown

40:27 - Thoughts On Social Media

47:03 - The Free-Flowing Spirit Of The Drums

1:03:50 - Susan's Drums, Designed By Milena

1:05:01 - Milena's Last Words Of Wisdom

1:11:57 - Outro

About Milena:

Milena is a drum maker of traditional medicine drums, born and raised in Berlin in a German-American family, she has been diving into the art of drum building for over 8 years. She holds a M.A. in Fashion/Costume/ Industrial Design and is dedicated to the alchemy of the creative journey. Her drums, paintings and symbols bridge ancient craft and traditional medicine knowledge with contemporary design and artwork. She has been learning and apprenticing since many years with different healers, teachers and artists from various indigenous cultural backgrounds. Beside her art, she is offering vision work for individuals and groups and gives talks. Her work is shaped by a deep love for creating beauty and spaces for healing as well as the art of dreaming and vision.

Connect with Milena:

Website: http://www.milenakraft.com

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MedicinedrumsShop

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 59:

In this episode, we have Greg Lake back on the podcast for his third interview to discuss current projects, his new psychedelic church "Psilomethoxin", the inspiration behind his mission to work with churches, thoughts on spiritual vs western psychedelic use, recent progress being made in England and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:33 - Introduction

04:10 - Current Projects, Updates

10:48 - Greg's New Psychedelic Church

17:39 - New Psychedelic Substances

21:08 - Being Comfortable In Different Settings

26:01 - The Inspiration To Work With Churches

29:00 - Thoughts On Spiritual Vs Western Use

38:18 - Gabor Maté's Retreat Being Cancelled

41:20 - Progress Being Made In England, The US

46:27 - Last Words Of Wisdom

50:36 - Outro

About Greg:

Greg is a trial and appellate attorney, entheogenic church lawyer, consultant, and author. He helps people with legitimizing their psychedelic practices by forming them a legal entity/church and helping them with their doctrine and internal documentation in order to maximize their protection. He is the founder of EntheoConnect Platform and a Lead Oracle in the Church of Psilomethoxin.

Connect with Greg:

Website: www.psilomethoxin.com

Email: george.lake@entheoconnect.com

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAyK0HKZb7qPlMcsLBzSV5g

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 58:

In this episode we discuss Atira's background story, her journey working as a trauma specialist, what it will take for plant medicines to become mainstream, the importance of trauma-informed language when facilitating, understanding that support is essential when surrendering, what it takes to become a plant medicine facilitator, how psychedelics can affect the ego, Atira's upcoming programs and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:34 - Introduction

03:48 - Atira's Background Story

10:24 - Working As A Trauma Specialist

24:16 - How Can We Make Plant Medicines Mainstream?

32:51 - Trauma-Informed Language

39:43 - Surrendering Requires Support, Trust

45:11 - What It Takes To Become A Facilitator

52:56 - How Psychedelics Can Effect The Ego

56:40 - Atira's Offerings And Upcoming Programs

1:02:05 - Last Words Of Wisdom

1:05:01 - Outro

About Atira:

Atira Tan is a trauma specialist, founder, author, activist, and passionate philanthropist dedicated to supporting individuals to transform their pain into power and freedom. Atira is a senior yoga and meditation teacher (500 E-RYT), art therapist (M.A. Expressive Art Therapy & Grad Dip. Transpersonal Art Therapy), a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), a somatic trauma specialist in sexual abuse recovery and trauma educator, TED speaker and #1 best-selling author, currently completing a Ph.D. studies in Expressive Art Therapies.

Connect With Atira:

Website: https://atiratan.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atira.tan

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atira-tan-826894192

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 57:

In this episode, we dive deep into Shiri's background story and discuss a variety of topics such as the meaning of being a visionary disruptor, the definition of what psychedelic integration is, building trust in order to let go, Psychopharmacopeia influencing the standards of psychedelic use, the importance of community and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:22 - Introduction

01:50 - Being A Visionary Disruptor

03:48 - Shiri's Background Story

08:18 - Psychedelic Integration

17:27 - How Do We Learn To Trust And Let Go?

26:42 - Psychopharmacopeia Influencing Psychedelic Use

36:08 - The Importance Of Community

42:20 - The Effect Of Trauma

51:49 - Shiri's Offerings, External Resources

57:02 - Outro

About Shiri:

Shiri Godasi (She/Her) is a teacher, visionary creatrix, depth poet and mother. She is best known for pioneering methods in the field of psychedelic integration and community bridging, including founding 5 psychedelic harm reduction organizations. She is passionate about creating a decolonized, psychedelic-positive counterculture and empowering others to step into radical authenticity/radical action to co-create a just world. Her professional certification program, The Psyched Soul PlaySkool of Integration & Soulpreneurship, trains people to become creative systemic disruptors through expert psychedelic support and heart-centred leadership. Her approach draws from transpersonal psychology, New-Earth sacred commerce, Eastern philosophy and multidisciplinary arts, fusing ancient wisdom with modern practices for a ‘Psyched’ lifestyle.

Connect with Shiri:

www.psychedsoul.com

www.psychedeliaintegration.org

www.psychedelicintegrationcoach.com

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people, and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 56:

In this episode, we talk with Saj Razvi at the "PSI" - Psychedelic Somatic Institute - to discuss a wide variety of topics including psychedelic psychotherapy, the three tiers of transpersonal reality, traditional vs psychedelic therapy, the role of relationship in the window of tolerance, working with transference, the PSI training programs and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:42 - Introduction

02:51 - Saj's Background Story

06:56 - Psychedelic Psychotherapy

14:37 - The Three Tiers Of Transpersonal Reality

25:17 - Traditional Vs Psychedelic Therapy

28:54 - What Level Of Therapists Come To Your Trainings?

33:53 - Making Psychedelics Accessible To Facilitators

37:35 - The Role Of Relationship In The Window Of Tolerance

45:44 - Working With Transference

55:33 - PSI Training Programs, Working With Cannabis

1:01:46 - Thoughts On Avoiding Psychedelic Therapy

1:06:05 - Where To Reach Saj, The PSI Website

1:10:03 - Outro

About Saj:

Saj Razvi is the Director of Education at PSI. He is a psychotherapist and former clinical researcher in the MAPS Phase 2 trial of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. He is faculty at Mind Medicine Australia and taught PTSD studies at the University of Denver. He is one of the primary developers of the Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy (PSIP) modality which is a next generation, primary consciousness-oriented psychotherapy. The focus of PSIP is to maximize the relational and autonomic healing capacity of psychedelic medicine to treat complex, childhood developmental trauma. Saj's primary focus is to train clinicians to provide legal, effective psychedelic treatment in their private practice settings utilizing readily accessible medicines such as cannabis and ketamine. He provides PSI trainings and supervision to students internationally.

Connect with Saj:

Website: https://www.psychedelicsomatic.org/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicsomatic

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicsomatic

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 55:

In this episode we discuss Keith's background story, how he joined forces with the "Heroic Hearts" project, his thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, the long-term effects after taking psychedelics, choosing whether to be the victor or victim, taking action instead of resisting and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:39 - Introduction

03:10 - Joining Heroic Hearts, Background Story

07:12 - Keith On The Psychedelic Renaissance

12:05 - The Longterm Effect After Taking Psychedelics

20:45 - How Have Psychedelics Influenced Yourself?

27:55 - Psychedelics Being A Catalyst For A Rites Of Passage

36:42 - Are You The Victor Or Victim in Your Hero's Journey?

43:51 - Taking Action Instead Of Resisting

47:16 - The Powerful Effect Of Connection

50:05 - Last Words Of Wisdom

52:49 - Outro

About Keith:

Keith Fiveson is an integrative health and wellness coach, a certified professional life and recovery coach, a contemplative/yoga therapist, and a meditation teacher who retired from the corporate world in 2016. In addition, a two-time cancer survivor/thriver who has practiced mindfulness and meditation for over 25 years focusing on Mindfulness interventions for stress and trauma as well as Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.

Connect with Keith:

Website: https://workmindfulness.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindful-leader

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going - https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 54:

In this episode we dive deep into Jordan's background story as a writer and how he started working with Dr. James Fadiman. We go on to discuss the idea of having multiple selves and learning how to acknowledge every one of them, Jordan's upcoming projects, the meaning of "Occam's Razor", Jordan's personal experiences with psychedelics and much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:27 - Introduction

03:31 - Jordan's Story, Meeting Dr. Fadiman

09:37 - Having Multiple Selves

17:20 - Becoming Better Navigators In Everyday Life

22:49 - Is Everybody Trying To Be Their Best Self?

27:04 - Acknowledging All Our Selves

36:30 - Which Self Is Called To The Medicine?

40:42 - Managing Ones Addiction

45:30 - The Sacred And The Ordinary Are One

50:30 - Jordan's Future Projects

55:36 - The Meaning Of Occam's Razor

58:49 - Jordan's Experience With Psychedelics

01:04:40 - Where Can You Find Jordan?

01:07:16 - Outro

About Jordan:

Jordan Gruber, J.D., Renaissance Wordsmith—writer, collaborative writer, ghost writer, editor, and coach—has created and sculpted authoritative volumes in forensic law, financial services, psychology, and health and wellness. A graduate of Binghamton University and the University of Virginia School of Law, he founded the Enlightenment.Com website. He has recently co-authored Your Symphony of Selves (on healthy multiplicity) with James Fadiman, as well as The Bounce (on rebound exercise) with Joy Daniels.

Connect With Jordan:

Website: https://jordangruber.com/

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/EnlightenmentCom/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/jordangruber123?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 53:

In this episode, we dive deep into Yuri's background story discussing what brought him into the psychedelic space, meeting ayahuasca for the first time, kundalini yoga and holotropic breathwork, the importance of harm reduction and integration, dealing with psychosis, and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:26 - Introduction

02:23 - Yuri's Story, Meeting Ayahuasca

14:06 - Kundalini Yoga, Holotropic Breathwork

22:08 - Yuri's Observations Of Psychedelics

31:49 - Medicine Work Isn't For Everybody

35:41 - Prioritising Integration After Retreats

43:44 - Accepting Yourself Post-Ceremony

52:24 - Dealing With Psychosis

59:35 - Being Responsible When Screening

1:03:45 - Last Words Of Wisdom

1:09:13 - Outro

About Yuri:

Yuri is an herbalist, Kambo Practitioner, Breathwork Facilitator and a rewarded chef. He is currently serving as a facilitator for the Taiti Inti Team offering plant medicines such as Ayahuasca, San Pedro, Tabacco Purge and Kambo for deep work and healing for those who feel the call.

Connect with Yuri:

Website: https://www.taitainti.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/kambointi?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Instagram: https://instagram.com/yurimagoori_official?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 52:

In this episode, we discuss women in psychedelics, elevating the divine feminine, Dana's background story and how she transitioned into the psychedelic space, somatic therapy integration, the psychedelic renaissance and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:36 - Introduction

02:44 - Finding Women In Psychedelics

07:40 - Dana's Story And Mission

20:29 - Learning From A Corporate Background

25:51 - Somatic Therapy Integration

29:36 - Dana's Future Projects

33:19 - The Psychedelic Renaissance

35:25 - Personal Challenges

43:00 - Psychedelics In Vancouver, Canada

44:58 - Merging The Co-Existing & Indigenous

47:01 - Dana's Closing Words

51:51 - Outro

About Dana:

Dana Harvey is a founder, an educator, a professional communicator, a community builder, and an advocate for women in the psychedelic ecosystem. Previously a c-suite executive and head of investor relations at Numinus, one of the leading publicly traded psychedelics companies, Dana stepped down to pursue a different avenue of supporting and educating people around the intentional use of psychedelics for transformation. She founded the Flourish Academy through which she provides loving guidance, shares evidence-based research and cultivates supportive communities like The Flourish Academy Club on Clubhouse with over 1.4K members.

Connect with Dana:

Website: https://flourishacademy.ca/

Website: https://sistersinpsychedelics.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danaharveycommunications

Instagram: https://instagram.com/dana_lj_harvey?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Instagram: https://instagram.com/theflourishacademy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Instagram: https://instagram.com/sistersinpsychedelics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Clubhouse:

Psychedelic Microdosing room with guest Susan Guner: “Trauma-Informed Group Work”

https://www.clubhouse.com/room/MR6yD59A?utm_medium=ch_room_xerc&utm_campaign=b70iG-YlOGxhPIYLMT536g-232677

(Download the Clubhouse app and join The Flourish Academy)

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 51:

In this episode, we discuss the formation of "Heroic Hearts", psychedelic treatment for veterans suffering from PTSD, the current state of psychedelics in the UK, Keith's background story coming into the psychedelic space and so much more.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:25 - Introduction

01:55 - The Formation Of "Heroic Hearts"

07:09 - Who Is The Right Person To Serve Medicine?

14:07 - Working With Other Veterans

20:51 - The Current State Of Psychedelics In The UK

29:30 - Future Projects At Heroic Hearts

33:11 - Keith's Background Story

40:02 - Supporting Veterans, UK Drug Law

51:02 - Last Words Of Wisdom

53:17 - Outro

About Keith:

Keith Abraham, CEO of Heroic Hearts UK was a member of the UK Army's elite Parachute Regiment. Serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, his experiences became the catalyst for a great change. Violence, heartbreak and the deaths of so many friends showed him the limits of his chosen lifestyle - one of anger, conflict, frustration and brute force endurance. After leaving the military, Keith travelled to Peru and underwent his first ayahuasca therapy and, soon after, his profound experiences with ayahuasca and psilocybin convinced him of the vital role plant medicines have to offer those suffering from PTSD, brain injuries and mental ill-health.

Connect with Keith:

Website: https://www.heroicheartsuk.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heroic-hearts-uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-j-abraham-36506362

Instagram: https://instagram.com/heroicheartsuk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 50: In this episode, we discuss Cadell’s background story, what brought him into the psychedelic space, the multi-faceted nature of psychedelics, Sigmund Freud's "Death Drive", Cadell's philosophy portal and so much more.

00:00 - Fire Moment 01:14 - Introduction 01:50 - Cadell's Background Story 03:42 - How Psychedelics Influenced Cadell 13:59 - Why Do Psychedelics Breakdown Constructs? 20:30 - Are There Limitations To Psychedelic use? 24:04 - Do Psychedelics Work Differently For Everyone? 34:28 - What Is The Real Integration Work? 37:40 - The "Death Drive" 43:49 - Cadell's Philosophy Portal, Courses 49:09 - The Long-term Effects Of Psychedelics 51:47 - Outro

About Cadell: Dr. Cadell Last is an anthropologist (M.Sc.) and philosopher (Ph.D.) with an interest in: biocultural evolution, mind-matter relation, psychoanalysis, speculative futures. He is the author of Global Brain Singularity, and Sex, Masculinity, God and the founder of the Philosophy Portal.

Connect with Cadell: Website: https://philosophyportal.online/thus-spoke-zarathustra YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCtCqYQFPhnU1OnHPveEnYw

Thank you so much for joining us! 

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. 

Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 49:

In this episode, we sit down with Beth Weinstein to discuss her background working as a spiritual business coach and what brought her into the psychedelic space.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:19 - Introduction

02:40 - Beth's Background Story

12:04 - Changing Old Habits To Transform

14:08 - Overcoming Fear

23:58 - The "Amazon Prime" Effect

26:47 - Self Work Being A Longterm Process

34:03 - Not Relying On The Medicine

40:41 - Doing Your Due Diligence

54:29 - How To Connect With Beth

56:36 - Outro

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Beth:

Beth Weinstein is a Spiritual Business Coach, and host of The Psychedelic Entrepreneur Podcast: Medicine For These Times with Beth Weinstein. Founder of the “Psychedelics, Sacred Medicines, Purpose and Business” summit in 2021 and the Psychedelics, Purpose and Business summit in 2020, the “Psychedelics, Sacred Medicines and Purpose” conference in 2019 and was the producer of the annual “True Path Entrepreneur” spiritual business training series.

Connect with Beth:

Website: https://bethaweinstein.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethw/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethw.nyc

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethaweinstein

Business Website: https://psychedelicsandbusiness.com/

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 48:

In this episode, we sit down with Azalea Kemp to talk about her background story and how she came into the medicine healing space. She shares insight about her book "Micro-Healing", the importance of learning from indigenous cultures, the unpredictable nature of sacred mushrooms, how to prepare yourself before attending a ceremony, her journey of learning from Mazatec traditions and so much more!

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:19 - Introduction

03:06 - Azalea's Story

07:54 - The Calling Of The Medicine

11:57 - Who Is Qualified To Serve The Medicine?

24:16 - Learning From Indigenous Cultures

27:56 - The Unpredictable Nature Of Mushrooms

33:25 - Azalea's Journey Learning From Mazatec Traditions

37:02 - Preparing Yourself Before Attending A Ceremony

39:46 - How Many Ceremonies Should Someone Attend?

43:30 - Dealing With Difficult Experiences

46:48 - Sharing The Medicine With Foreigners

55:50 - Letting Go Of Comfort To Grow

59:52 - Azalea's Book On Microdosing

01:04:12 - How Can People Reach Out To You?

01:07:02 - Outro

Azalea's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HM7GQ59/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_64FXZVX6VY7DM1W7BWW2

About Azalea:

Through her ancestral roots in Mexico, Azalea was invited to spend time studying Los Niños Santos (psilocybin mushrooms) in Huautla de Jiménez, Oaxaca, México under a sacred Mazatec lineage that has been using sacred mushrooms medicinally for centuries. She has made a lifelong commitment to sharing Mazatec wisdom and working with sacred mushrooms as medicine.

Connect with Azalea:

Personal Website: https://www.vibrationalhealing.me/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azalea-kemp-1110

Mazatec Mushroom Ceremony Website: https://www.chojnndafe.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/vibrationalhealingwithazalea?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 47:

In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Caudill to discuss his story of how he survived two ischemic strokes, the use of psychedelics to aid his recovery, thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, and forming his company "Ninnion Psychedelics".

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:16 - Introduction

02:39 - Jeremy's Story

08:18 - The Psychedelic That Aided Jeremy's Recovery

10:19 - Is Longterm Recovery Possible?

13:07 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

17:50 - Is A Mystical Experience Needed For Recovery?

23:11 - Jeremy's Thoughts On The Group Process

28:26 - The Formation Of "Ninnion Psychedelics"

31:31 - Teaming Up With Rick Strassman

34:38 - Legal Challenges For Ninnion Psychedelics

37:03 - Is Microdosing A Safer Approach?

38:12 - Plans To Work With Other Psychedelics

39:55 - Jeremy's Last Words

42:31 - Outro

About Jeremy:

Jeremy Caudill, CEO, and Founder of Ninnion Psychedelics, a survivor of traumatic brain injury who found solace in psychedelics.

He was diagnosed with a life-threatening aortic aneurysm and heart valve defect and underwent emergency open-heart surgery in 2017. Immediately following, he suffered two ischemic strokes which led to a long and painful post-surgical recovery period.

During this recovery time, Jeremy applied his previous biotech experience to researching pharmaceutical approaches to healing the brain. His exploration of neurogenesis, neuroplasticity and the mechanisms of recovery from traumatic brain injury led him to studies on the efficacy of psychedelics in managing chronic pain and treating severe mental illness.

Ninnion is a pharmaceutical company on a mission to build a fully integrated pharmaceutical psychedelics eco-system leveraging the latest AI drug discovery, development, cGMP manufacturing, commercialization, patient clinics, and specialty pharmacy distribution network designed for the next frontier of psychedelic medicine. Focused on the payer-reimbursed market, Ninnion has begun developing a pipeline of next-generation psychedelic therapies with a clinical focus on brain injury, chronic pain, inflammation, and addiction disorders.

Connect with Jeremy:

Ninnion Website: https://ninnion.com/

Ninnion Twitter: https://twitter.com/ninnionthera

Ninnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninniontherapeutics/

Ninnion Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninnion-therapeutics/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner\

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

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Episode 46:

In this episode, we sit down with Greg Lawrence to discuss the intricacies of the integration process, his approach when working with people, the current state of psychedelics, and more.

00:00 - Fire Moment

00:52 - Introduction

01:54 - Greg's Background Story

06:16 - Thoughts On The Agenda Of Psychedelics

09:57 - The Emerging Of Psychedelic Therapists

17:43 - What Does Integration Mean?

22:48 - Re-evaluating The People Around You

25:54 - The Era Of Spiritual Narcissism

29:37 - Psychedelics Being An "Instant Fix"

34:44 - Greg's Approach To Working With People

40:47 - Disengaging After Therapy

50:14 - The Current State Of Psychedelics

56:09 - Outro

About Greg:

Greg Lawrence is a psychedelic integration and transformational coach in Los Angeles. In addition to his private practice, Greg serves as an integration coach for the "Transpersonal Center" in Los Angeles and various retreat centers. He has been facilitating integration circles for PsychedeLiA in Los Angeles for over five years and is a member of Innerspace Integration's Provider Network.

Connect with Greg:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_integration/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicintegrationspecialist

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PsychedelicIntegrationSpecialist

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 45:

In this episode, we sit down with Anya Oleksiuk from the Psychedelic Society to discuss a variety of topics such as her upcoming documentary, the current state of the psychedelics, finding the right facilitator/retreat as well as Anya's background story, and how she became a co-director of the Psychedelic Society.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:11 - Introduction

01:36 - Anya's Background Story

08:21 - Combining Work With Psychedelics

10:13 - Joining The Psychedelic Society

16:26 - Anya's Upcoming Documentary

28:51 - Becoming A Film Maker

32:10 - The Current State Of Psychedelics

40:20 - How Can People Support?

42:49 - Thoughts On Unexperienced Shamans

47:33 - Advice For Finding The Right Facilitator/Retreat

51:42 - Anya's Last Words Of Wisdom

53:03 - Outro

About Anya:

Anya is a Co-Director of the Psychedelic Society UK, leading on video production and curating educational events on psychedelics. She recently launched Women in Psychedelics series, highlighting work of female psychedelic researchers, therapists, healers, artists and beyond.

In 2017, Anya founded Triptika Studios, which is a creative media agency, working on projects oriented towards social change and improving human wellbeing. She is the creator, director and producer of The Psychedelic Renaissance - a not-for-profit documentary film about the worldwide re-emergence of the psychedelic movement and the crucial role of psychedelic substances, plants and mushrooms in human culture.

Anya is associated with the Psychedelic Society of the Netherlands and is a consultant for the Polish Psychedelic Society (Polskie Towarzystwo Psychodeliczne).

Connect With Anya:

https://psychedelicsociety.org.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyaoleksiuk

https://www.thepsychedelicrenaissance.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 44:

In this episode, we sit down with Tara Austin to hear about her background story and what led her to specialise in the field of applied behavioural science. She also shares insights about her passion for bringing awareness to psychedelics for mental health.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:15 - Introduction

01:43 - Tara's Background

06:39 - The UK Psychedelic Movement

19:30 - Psilocybin Access Rights (PAR)

24:44 - Establishing Laws For Psychedelic Therapy

28:43 - The New Frontier

35:29 - Utilizing Psychedelics Effectively

42:43 - A New Generation Of Therapists

48:07 - Advice For The Future Of Psychedelics

50:57 - Tara's Last Words Of Wisdom

54:05 - Outro

About Tara:

Tara began her career as a strategist in advertising agencies and has worked with many of the world’s biggest brands from Unilever and Coca-Cola to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Then, ten years ago, she began to specialise in the new field of applied behavioural science and led Ogilvy Behavioural Science Practice’s inaugural experiment. Today she creates integrated behaviour change campaigns for clients such as HM Government, Recycle for London and Public Health England. Tara is the host of Nudgestock, the world’s biggest festival of behavioural science and creativity.

Connect with Tara:

Website: http://www.par.global/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-austin-78b2a780

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 43:

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel McQueen to discuss the master sacred plant, Cannabis. Throughout our conversation Daniel shares insight on the different strains of cannabis and their healing properties as well as his mission to train students in Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy. (CAPT)

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:05 - Introduction

02:33 - Daniel's Background Story

05:04 - Cannabis And Tobacco

09:50 - The Calling Of The Medicine

11:38 - Different Strains Of Cannabis

15:22 - Cannabis-Assisted Therapy

20:07 - Plant Medicines Opening The Doors To The Soul

25:44 - Psychedelics Being An Immune-Response Of Gaia

30:27 - What Does It Mean To Wake Up?

32:58 - The Importance Of Group Processes

38:45 - The Gift Of Crisis

40:04 - Daniel's Programs And Offerings

43:46 - The Popularisation Of Becoming A Psychedelic Therapist

50:28 - Daniel's Integration Process

54:48 - Last Words Of Wisdom

About Daniel:

Daniel McQueen, MA, is a Psychedelic Specialist, Educator, and Author of the book, Psychedelic Cannabis: Therapeutic Methods and Unique Blends to Treat Trauma and Transform Consciousness. In 2012 he co-founded one of the first legal psychedelic plant medicine therapy clinics in the United States, the Center for Medicinal Mindfulness which is located in Boulder, Colorado and is currently celebrating its 10-year anniversary. The same year, Daniel also founded Psychedelic Sitters School, which continues to train students from around the world in Mindfulness-Based Psychedelic Therapy and Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy.

Daniel's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1644113384/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J6A29YJ0Q1JFE6YWV60Z

Connect With Daniel:

Website: https://medicinalmindfulness.org/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/psychedelicdaniel-mcqueen

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009678945406

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 42:

In this episode, we sit down with Antonio De Sousa to talk about his background story as well as discuss the inspiration behind his recent book "The Lockdown On Self Love" and so much more.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:02 - Introduction

01:48 - Antonio's Background Story

05:53 - The Reason For Writing His Book

10:29 - Working With DMT

17:29 - Antonio's Breakthrough Moment

21:53 - Susan's Observations

23:23 - Recreational Vs Intentional Use

26:33 - Addiction Being A Coping Mechanism

33:27 - Antonio's Transformative Experience

39:00 - Use The Suffering To Work For Yourself

45:02 - Advice For Self-Work

51:17 - Outro

About Antonio:

Antonio is the author of The Lockdown On Self Love, a conscious frame of work inspired by his awakening through plant medicines that lead him to reverse engineer his life and deep self-inquiry.

Antonio's Book:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WQ17YHS

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09WQ17YHS

Connect with Antonio:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antonio.desousa.10420

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 41:

In this episode, we sit down with Joël Brierre from Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats to explore topics in the psychedelic world such as 5-MeO-DMT, harm reduction, integration etc. We also discuss his new project "F.I.V.E", the world's first 5-MeO-DMT educational platform and when it will be available to the public.

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:28 - Introduction

04:32 - Joël's Background

08:45 - The Psychedelic Renassaince

15:40 - The Brighter The Light, The Deeper The Shadows

19:17 - What Is 5-MeO-DMT?

22:35 - Why Do People Seek This Experience?

24:47 - Why Am I Being Called To Serve This Medicine?

29:00 - The Retreat Container And Integration Process

35:13 - The 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform "F.I.V.E"

39:31 - Calling Out Misleading Companies

42:08 - Have People Died From This Medicine?

45:20 - Mystical Experiences

46:36 - The Breakthrough Moment

49:37 - Does Everyone Need A Transformative Experience?

50:53 - Integrating Without Consistent Use Of Psychedelics

54:00 - New Projects

55:00 - Joël's Last Words Of Wisdom

56:10 - Outro

About Joël:

Joel Brierre is the Founder and CEO of the psychedelic wellness companies Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats. Joel has been a pioneer in the modern psychedelic movement, specifically in the realm of 5-MeO-DMT and the Bufo Alvarius toad. His unique approach of applying classical non-dual yogic philosophy as geography for both preparation and integration from the entheogenic experience gained attention around the world at the first WBAC (World Bufo Alvarius Congress) and continues to shift the landscape of psychedelic use.

Connect with Joël:

https://kaivalyakollectiv.com/

https://tandavaretreats.com/

https://five-meo.education

Thank you so much for joining us!

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 40:

In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Wueschner to learn about her background in the psychedelic space and later on discuss the current work she is doing with her partner Joël Brierre, forming the world's first 5-MeO-DMT educational platform "F.I.V.E".

00:00 - Fire Moment

01:03 - Introduction

01:51 - Victoria's Background Story

13:13 - Natural Vs Synthetic 5-MeO-DMT

17:30 - Individuals Seeking This Medicine

20:30 - The Calling Of The Medicine

22:40 - 5-MeO-DMT Being A Recent Medicine

24:51 - Ego Superiority/Spiritual Narcism

33:33 - Bringing Awareness To This Medicine

39:20 - The Importance Of Integration

44:06 - 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform

51:16 - Thoughts On Mike Tyson Using DMT

53:10 - Victoria's Advice For Taking 5-MeO-DMT

57:04 - The Screening Process

58:40 - The Experience Of 5-MeO-DMT

1:01:04 - The Process At Tandava Retreats

1:03:06 - Reactivations

1:07:27 - Last Words

1:08:25 - Outro

About Victoria:

Victoria’s first introduction into the world of healing was through plant medicine, she has been working with different psychedelic plant medicines over the span of a decade, with both indigenous and modern teachers. Deeply intrigued by Joseph Campbell's work, she studied the Hero’s Journey at length and later applied it as a geographical lens in her work to assist participants to effortlessly move into their own innermost workings. Victoria is the founder and president of Kaivalya’s education platform F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information and Vital Education).

Connect with Victoria:

Website: www.tandavaretreats.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/sacredsurrender

F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information & Vital Education) Platform: https://five-meo.education

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 39: In this episode, we sit down with Greg Lake (co-founder of EntheoConnect) to discuss his recent work in 2022 as well as his latest book "The Law of Entheogenic Churches (Volume II)."

Previous Interview with Greg: https://youtu.be/HQkciJYDnAE

00:00 - Fire Moment

00:53 - Introduction

02:22 - Greg's Current Mission

07:43 - Doctors Using Psychedelics

10:18 - Breaking The Stigma Of Churches

13:30 - Western Vs Plant Medicine

16:26 - Shedding Mind Programs

25:35 - Being Called To Psychedelics

28:22 - Greg's Second Book

33:26 - The Importance Of Group Settings

40:08 - Recreational Use Of Psychedelics

46:33 - Having The Right Intentions

52:27 - From Recreational To Intentional

1:00:23 - Becoming Better, Self Agency

1:04:30 - Greg's Transformative 2014 Story

1:07:09 - Susan's Approach To Healing

1:10:43 - Confrontational Encounter Groups

1:12:37 - Remaining Present, Showing Love

1:18:04 - Where To Find Greg's Book

1:23:34 - Greg's Last Words

1:24:44 - Outro

About Greg:

He is a trial and appellate attorney, entheogenic church lawyer, consultant, and author. Greg helps people with legitimizing their psychedelic practices by forming them a legal entity/church and helping them with their doctrine and internal documentation in order to maximize their protection.

Connect with Greg:

Website: http://EntheoConnect.com

Email: george.lake@entheoconnect.com

The Law of Entheogenic Churches (Volume II):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SL33168/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_apa_glt_i_H3V48G2CTXN1G2SQ71TA?linkCode=ml1&tag=aostark-20

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://anchor.fm/susan-guner.

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. www.facebook.com/groups/innerflo/

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 38:

In this episode, we sit down with Rowan - the video editor of the Psychedelic Conversations channel - to discuss his journey, get insight into his knowledge and experiences of plant medicines, as well as touch on other topics such as addiction and more.

00:00 - Fire Moment

00:31 - Introduction

01:50 - Rowan's Background Story

03:35 - Creating The Podcast

06:00 - Thoughts On Psychedelics

15:39 - The Recreational Use Of Psychedelics

25:43 - Overcoming Addiction

32:41 - Educating The Parents

35:18 - Surrounding Yourself With The Right People

38:42 - Rowan's Reason For Transformation

43:26 - The Infinite Process Of Growth

46:47 - Rowan's Final Words

48:52 - Outro

About Rowan:

Rowan is the primary video editor for this channel and has been a passionate musician/music producer for over 10 years specializing in a variety of genres ranging from Hip-hop, Trance, Electronic Music, and more. This obsession with music lead him down the path of video production, filming music videos for local artists which later branched out to experimenting with motion graphics and ultimately working with clients all around the globe.

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 37:

In this episode, we dive deep into Kerry's background story, discussing past traumas and PTSD. Throughout this interview, he also shares insight on his healing journey using plant medicines.

01:11 - Introduction

02:03 - Kerry's Background Story

03:27 - Healing Childhood Trauma

07:10 - Learning About Ayahuasca

11:52 - The Commercialization Of Psychedelics

21:00 - Kerry's First Transformative Experience

36:20 - Trying Other Plant Medicines

38:41 - The Biggest Outcome

47:07 - Being Content With The Journey

49:53 - Kerry's Plans For The Future

57:23 - Outro

About Kerry:

Kerry Devine is a former TV promotions producer, magazine feature writer, award-winning short filmmaker, and rock vocalist/performer. He enjoys traveling both internationally and as an overlanding/off-road enthusiast across the United States. He has left his former ambitions behind to write and publish his first book relating the story of his personal journey of healing past traumas through the sacred use of psychedelics. He grew up in Illinois and currently lives in Colorado with his wife and two boys.

Connect with Kerry:

Email: sacredpsych@outlook.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kerryonward

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/sacredpsychedelicIFS/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 36:

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. James Fadiman as he shares with us his wealth of knowledge regarding microdosing and gives us a unique insight into the fascinating world of psychedelics.

00:31 - Introduction

03:14 - Psychedelics In The '60s

05:38 - The Popularization Of Psychedelics

08:00 - The Benefits Of Microdosing

10:37 - Psychedelics In Silicon Valley

12:45 - The Practicality Of Microdosing

16:40 - Microdosing Being a "Smart Drug"

18:22 - The Placebo Effect

19:44 - Thoughts On Microdosing Being A Shortcut

22:32 - Exploring Psychedelics In Group Therapy

31:30 - Thoughts On The Future Of Psychedelics

36:15 - Fear Around Taking Psychedelics

37:40 - Paul Stamets "Stacking" Method

41:35 - The International Microdosing Association

45:02 - Microdosing Different Medicines

48:42 - James' Book "Your Symphony of Selves"

56:11 - The Problem With AA Meetings

59:54 - James' Plans For The Future

56:44 - Outro

About James:

James Fadiman, PhD. Author, lecturer, Senior Research Fellow, Sophia University, Palo Alto, California, Microdose researcher, research design consultant has been researching psychedelics since 1961 and the effects of microdosing since 2010. His book The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide: Safe, Therapeutic, and Sacred Journeys growing in popularity as the psychedelics making their way back into the mainstream. He is currently working on a new book about microdosing, the new frontier in Psychedelic use.

Connect with James:

Email: psychedelicsrsearch@gmail.com

Website: https://www.jamesfadiman.com

Website: https://sites.google.com/view/microdosingpsychedelics/home

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 35:

In this episode, we dive deep into Jenalle's background story and discuss her mission to help guide people with their transformational experiences, using her integration journal.

00:00 - Introduction

02:16 - Jenalle's Background Story

07:55 - Launching A Travel Journal On Kickstarter

11:25 - The Psychedelic Community In Canada

14:13 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

19:37 - Recreational Vs Intentional Use

23:49 - Starting In A Smaller Group Setting

26:26 - Jenalle's Role At "Third Wave"

30:22 - The Increasing Interest In Educational Courses

34:19 - Thoughts On Integrational Coaches

38:13 - Using A Physical Journal Over Technology

42:41 - The Integration Journal

47:14 - Jenalle's Plans For The Future

50:28 - Last Words Of Wisdom

55:55 - Outro

Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/920110985/wakeful-travel-journals-support-your-transformation?ref=11tk44

About Jenalle:

Jenalle Dion is a passionate creative who founded Wakeful Travel, the ceremony companion company, working with seekers, retreat centers, psychedelic clinics, and mindful product brands to provide tools that aid in transformation and self-exploration. Her journals help to reflect your own wisdom back to you, integrate profound experiences, and put a plan in place for lasting change. She is Head of Content at Third Wave, and when she’s not working in the space, she’s snowboarding in her backyard in British Columbia or adding to her houseplant obsession.

Connect with Jenalle:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenalle-dion

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wakefultravel/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakefultravel/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 34:

In this episode, we discuss "Kratom" - a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family native to Southeast Asia. Daniel shares his personal experiences using Kratom and explains how it may benefit individuals who are on the road to recovery.

00:00 - Introduction

01:41 - "Kratom" And Its History

06:13 - The Opioid Epidemic

13:00 - Is Kratom Addictive?

16:47 - Daniel's Personal Recovery

22:22 - Becoming Vulnerable In Order To Grow

26:41 - Advising Individuals Wanting To Try Kratom

30:31 - Daniel's Thoughts On The Future Of Kratom

36:20 - The Exploitation Of Plant Medicines

39:33 - Daniel's Plans For The Future

42:00 - How To Source Kratom Safely

44:44 - Outro

About Daniel:

Daniel Torres is an expert in the field of alternative medicines for holistic health and wellbeing, devoted most of his life to building and supporting communities around recovering from addictions and healing from trauma.

Connect with Daniel:

https://www.facebook.com/TherapyBotanicals415

https://www.facebook.com/danielstherapybotanicals/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapybotanicals/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 33:

In this episode, we discuss Dr. Ben Malcolm's background story and his passion to educate others on Psychedelic Pharmacology as well as the importance of tapering off SSRIs when using certain Psychedelic medicines.

00:00 - Introduction

01:25 - Ben's Background Story

10:18 - Why "Spirit Pharmacist"

14:40 - Psychedelic vs Pharmaceutical Drugs

25:40 - Tapering Off SSRIs

29:42 - Dangers Of Mixing Certain Substances

35:40 - Lithium

38:18 - Building Capacity

51:16 - Ben's Offerings At Spirit Pharmacist

57:00 - Mixing SSRIs With Ayahuasca

58:49 - Syrian Rue

01:00:30 - Understanding Psychedelic Pharmacology

01:04:44 - The Increased Interest In Psychedelic Assisted-Therapy

01:10:37 - Outro

About Ben:

Dr. Ben Malcolm earned his bachelor’s degree (BS) in pharmacology at the University of California at Santa Barbara, prior to his Masters in Public Health (MPH) and Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) at Touro University California. He then completed post-graduate residencies in Acute Care at Scripps Mercy Hospital and Psychiatric Pharmacy at the University of California at San Diego Health. After residency training, he began his career as an Academician at Western University of Health Sciences (WUHS), College of Pharmacy and obtained Board Certification in Psychiatric Pharmacy (BCPP). Currently, he provides psychopharmacology consulting services and a resource and support membership relating to the use of psychedelic and psychotropic medications at spiritpharmacist.com Dr. Malcolm envisions a society in which access to psychedelic drugs in a variety of safe and supported settings is available for purposes of psychospiritual well-being, personal development, ceremonial sacraments, and treatment of mental illness. His vision guides his scholarship, education, and service-related professional activity.

Connect with Ben:

Website: https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiritpharmacist

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritpharmacist/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4e7bCKnnArHD91Rce-HWOQ

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 32:

In this episode, we deep-dive into Bonnie's story and discuss the dark side of psychedelics as well as her passion for helping individuals - seeking happiness - as an entheogenic guide.

00:00 - Introduction

01:17 - Bonnie's Story

06:45 - The Dark Side Of Psychedelics

09:22 - Part-Time Shamans

11:49 - Understanding The Dangers Of Spiritual Retreats

19:02 - Best Practices For Harm Reduction

26:30 - Observing Your Practitioners Energy

28:37 - Honouring The Diet Process "Dieta"

34:15 - The Integration Process

41:25 - Concerns On The Future Of Psychedelics

50:27 - The Importance Of Spiritual Maturity

54:05 - Companies Hiding The Mystical Side Of Psychedelics

56:55 - Bonnie's Future Projects

01:00:34 - Advice For Aspiring Practitioners

01:03:02 - Outro

About Bonnie:

Bonnie Divina Maa is a registered nurse, Shamanic practitioner and Entheogenic Guide helping individuals return to wholeness and connect with joy.

Connect with Bonnie:

Website: https://www.awakenascend.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonnie.stewart1

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 31:

In this episode, we deep-dive into Api's life story and discuss her mission working with children as an occupational therapist, as well as her ceremonial work involving music.

00:00 - Introduction

01:24 - Api's Story

05:40 - Working With Special Needs Children

12:50 - Integrating Music With Occupational Therapy

14:32 - Connecting With Music

17:10 - Why Are People Scared Of Singing?

23:26 - Music Is Medicine

25:37 - How Psychedelics Influenced Api's Journey

30:56 - Vibrational Frequencies All Around Us

32:46 - Tribal Experiences With Music

35:22 - How The Pandemic Has Affected People

38:21 - Transitioning Into Ceremonial Work With Music

40:01 - The Art Of Being In The Present

43:08 - How The Pandemic Could Affect The School System

45:33 - Api's Thoughts On The Future

59:07 - Outro

About Api:

Api Ascaso is a ceremonial musician and occupational therapist for children, navigating both spaces with wit and grace bringing forth a new understanding of the transition process to becoming a better human for the world and for ourselves.

Connect with Api:

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/iNhL9iVyP5gJVxaJ9

Instagram: https://instagram.com/apilarre?utm_medium=copy_link

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 30:

In this episode, we discuss Kayse's story and her mission to promote microdosing for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

00:00 - Introduction

02:01 - Kayse's Story

03:45 - Coming Into The Healing Arts

08:05 - Why "Group Settings" Are Important

12:05 - Microdosing Not Being A Magic Pill

15:03 - Managing People's Expectations

20:50 - Shifting Your Perspective

24:14 - Not Being Able To Track Spiritual Development

28:47 - Kayse's Thoughts On The Future Of Psychedelics

32:18 - Being Called To Plant Medicines

35:21 - How Do I Trust / Surrender?

38:28 - Is Microdosing A New Frontier In Psychedelic Use?

41:35 - The Integration Of Psychedelics In The US

45:40 - What Can We Do As Individuals?

47:12 - Rick Doblin's "Coming Out" Party

48:09 - The Youth Influencing A Psychedelic Renaissance

52:19 - Creators Doing The Plant Medicines Work

56:07 - Kayse's Last Words

57:23 - Kayse's Offerings

01:00:18 - Outro

About Kayse:

Kayse is a healing artist based in Northern California. She is an author, studio founder and a passionate advocate for nature-based therapies and healing. She especially loves working with beginners & individuals new to the plant medicine path, and guides a nationwide & growing community of individuals practicing microdosing for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

Connect with Kayse:

Website: https://www.microdosingforhealing.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaysegehret

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaysegehret

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 29:

In this episode, we discuss Laurie's mission at "Awakn Life Sciences" to treat drug addiction by the means of assisted psychedelic therapy.

00:00 - Introduction

02:28 - Laurie's Background

06:37 - Understanding Trauma When Working With Psychedelics

10:20 - The Difficulties Of Being Lead By A Therapist

12:45 - Learning To Trust The Process

15:40 - Preparing Others To Trust Their Process

18:33 - Laurie's Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance

22:20 - The UK National Health Service

24:49 - Not Relying 100% On Psychedelic Treatment

26:23 - Psychedelics Treatment in the US vs the UK

31:00 - Psychedelics Being Accessible In The UK

34:35 - The Stigma Of Using Psychedelics As A Treatment

38:43 - Laurie's Future Projects At "Awakn Life Sciences"

42:54 - Outro

About Laurie:

Dr. Laurie Higbed is an experienced clinical psychologist, has worked as a lead therapist on clinical trials using MDMA and psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy and has a special interest in working with complex trauma, addictions and the use of psychedelic therapy to treat a range of mental health difficulties. She is also the lead psychologist at Awaken Life Sciences

Awakn Life Sciences is a publicly-traded (NEO: AWKN) (OTCQB: AWKNF) biotechnology company with clinical operations; researching, developing, and delivering psychedelic medicine to better treat Addiction. Awakn’s team consists of world-leading chemists, scientists, psychiatrists, and psychologists who are developing and advancing the next generation of psychedelic drugs, therapies, and enabling technologies to treat Addiction.

Awakn will also deliver evidence-backed psychedelic therapies for Addiction in clinics in the UK and Europe and through licensing partnerships globally.

Connect with Laurie:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/laurieolivia2?s=21

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awakn_ls

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/AwaknLifeSciences

Website: https://awaknlifesciences.com/dr-laurie-higbed

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 28:

In this episode we discuss our "21 Day Meditation Challenge" and why it was created, the benefits of fasting and how to slowly implement it into your life, Darren's drug addiction and how he overcame it, trying Ayahuasca for the first time at Soul Quest, the psychedelic renaissance, reconnecting back with our inner soul through plant medicines, the benefits of experiencing the medicine in a ceremony surrounded by like-minded people, trauma-healing being an infinite process and not something one can achieve in a short period of time, the most difficult thing Darren had to deal with in his plant medicine journey, being open to receiving therapy, the patient process of recovery, Darren's plans for the future and so much more.

About Darren:

Darren Roberts is the founder of the Ayahuasca Integration and Sacred Vine Tribe group. After recovering from his addiction he became a plant medicine advocate, community builder, facilitator and supporter of those who are on their healing journey.

Connect with Darren:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1946657132302878/?ref=share

Instagram: https://instagram.com/sacredvinetribe?utm_medium=copy_link|

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 27:

In this episode we deep dive into Inin Nini's story of growing up in Latvia, how she discovered plant medicines, attending her first ceremony, taking a leap of faith to learn more about plant medicines in Peru, having a calling from the universe and trusting the process. The dangers of not understanding nor respecting the true tradition of these medicines before taking them, why some individuals have an "ego-inflating" experience when taking psychedelics, the importance of going into a ceremony with the utmost respect and honor for the plant medicines and facilitator.

Inin Nini's fascinating thoughts on the dream world, the synchronicities between dreams and everyday experiences, writing down your dreams in a "dream book" to find meaning and symbolism, how her book "The Thirteen Dreamers" came about as well as her second book "Numinous". Connecting with the sacred Nordic plants, "Mugwort" and the beautiful message it represents, why it is important to initiate feminine energy, balancing the divine feminine and masculine energies in order for the world to blossom, Inin Nini's sacred marriage ceremonies, her plans for the future and so much more!

About Inin Nini:

Inin Nini is a Plant Mystic, Soul Guide, Medicine Woman, storyteller, author of Brinumskais (Numinous) and the Priestess at Inin Nini Sacred Marriage Ceremonies.

Connect with Inin Nini:

Website: https://www.plantmystic.com/

Facebook Pages:

https://m.facebook.com/moonlight.tribe/

https://m.facebook.com/brinumskaistabyininnini/

https://www.facebook.com/sacredmarriageceremonies/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 26: In this episode, we deep dive into Belinda's story and how she came into the healing arts, indigenous roots of the psychedelic movement, medicinal use of traditional plant medicines, critical importance of integrating psychedelics into mainstream, concerns and ethical use, dangers of misuse, Belinda's experience with MDMA assisted therapy, her mission to use her skills to help people of color through trauma healing, having a sacred relationship with plant medicines and not viewing them as psychedelic re-creational drugs. We also covered the history of Peyote, how we're all connected to mother nature, Belinda's thoughts on spiritual narcissism and the ego vs the soul, benefits of the grieving process, understanding the physical + mental risks of plant medicines if not used properly, Kyle Ortigo's book: "Beyond the Narrow Life: A Guide for Psychedelic Integration and Existential Exploration", researching the origins and purposes of each individual plant medicine before taking them, and so much more. Beyond the Narrow Life: A Guide for Psychedelic Integration and Existential Exploration https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0907791832/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_PM1B4E8A6R3J71Z115NE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Belinda's impactful speech on Intergenerational Trauma: Native American’s Inherited Legacy for MAPS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFeosIJ4snE About Belinda: Belinda is of Dine’ (Navajo) and A:shiwi (Pueblo of Zuni) descent, residing in Arizona. She is the wisdom carrier, healer, and founder of Kaalogii LLC. Belinda holds degrees in Health Sciences, Technology, and Public Health. In addition, Belinda has participated in the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, MDMA People of Color Therapy Training Program. She is an international speaker on issues that impact Native Americans in the United States. Connect with Belinda: Website: https://kaalogii.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindap.eriacho The Church of the Eagle and the Condor Project: https://churchofeagleandcondor.org/  https://www.facebook.com/The-Church-of-the-Eagle-and-the-Condor-102503461411528/  Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 25:

In this episode we discuss Daniel's story growing up in Liverpool, learning to surf at age 9, working for BBC, moving to Costa Rica, his living experience in Costa Rica, the increase in numbers of people wanting to travel during the post-pandemic era, and "laptop living".

When then dive deep into Daniels book: "IBOGA: The Root Of All Healing" and his relationship with Iboga, the history of iboga and its origins, the Bwiti tribes and the initiation each member has to go through when becoming part of the tribe, the process of extracting the psychoactive alkaloids out of the raw tabernanthe iboga root bark, what isolating the ibogaine molecule means for the future of treatment, what lead Daniel to try Iboga for the first time and the experience he had, the journey of writing his book over 6 years, spiritual bypassing, balancing the recreational use of psychedelics, microdosing, research and harm-reduction, Daniel's plans for the future and so much more!

About Daniel:

Daniel Brett is a writer, traveler, surfer, musician, consciousness explorer. His search for the meaning of life eventually landed him in Costa Rica, where he now lives and writes full time. He is the author of the book "IBOGA: The Root of all Healing helped his quest enormously" as well as the writer for Noble Sapien.

Noble Sapien: https://www.facebook.com/Noble-Sapien-105311128348690/

Iboga The Root Of All Healing: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1838446214/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_63NCWTKKXGZNV6K0GQNY

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 24:

In this episode we discuss Rubèn's story and how he formed his connection with nature as he was growing up, leaving Mexico City and moving into the mountains with his brothers, making music that honor their tradition and ancestors, Hurricane Katrina, the different rituals/ceremonies he has attended, re-incarnation and re-connecting with souls from a past life, his experiences with psychedelics such as DMT, learning about Chakras and vibration, discovering the power of the human body, using breathwork to focus your energy, letting go of fear, showing gratitude to the universe and truly loving yourself, Rubèn's drum-birthing workshops, and so much more.

About Rubèn :

Rubèn is a Nahua native from central Mexico, currently developing a ritual music project “Origin Te Yon’ton” (Origin of the Heart) to share the path of ancient wisdom of understanding that everything is frequency and that our body is sacred where we can potentiate our own medicine and healing by harmonizing our body frequency and energy.

Connect with Rubèn:

Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Originteyonton/

YouTube - https://youtube.com/channel/UCg60mi6AmFRBjbGOau3_P9A

Instagram - https://instagram.com/3origin3te3yonton?utm_medium=copy_link

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 23:

We continue our conversation from part 1 (https://youtu.be/d-Nq1CFYZCA)

In this episode, Vishnu explains to us how he formed his relationship with Psycilocibn at around 19 years of age, how in the last 10 years he has helped people work through their traumas by hosting his own ceremonies, the organic process of individuals finding Vishnu through networking, building trust with these individuals so they can allow themselves to unfold and ultimately accept themselves, the important dietary preparation before experiencing a ceremony, finding and feeling pure bliss, trusting the medicine and trusting the process,

We then discuss the great advantages of group processes, learning something new about oneself in every ceremony, the medicine helping you connect with your authentic self to find your soul mission, the dedication it takes to serve a plant medicine, spiritual bypassing and spiritual narcissism, the duality of the medicine space, becoming a healer of yourself, the fact that we all are innately good people and have the capacity to be good and do good, Vishnu's introduction to the Bufo Alvares toad, his belief that Bufo is not just something you try and rather a calling to an individual, the notion that we are all one, and that the unfolding is taking place right now as we speak.

About Vishnu:

Bodhisattva, vows to help awaken beings to awaken one’s true self, realizes that there’s only one consciousness. Vishnu is a medicine carrier, wisdom keeper, facilitator and guide for deep self-work.

Connect with Vishnu:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamVishnu1111

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/iamvishnu1111

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 22:

In this episode, we talk about Joël's background and how he discovered psychedelics for the first time, growing up with open-minded parents breaking the stigma of psychedelics, Joël's thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance and how more people have grown to accept these plant medicines as opposed to 10-20 years ago, understanding that these plant medicines are not some kind of magic fix and that its rather a tool to help an individual when doing self-work, Joël's thoughts on psychedelics becoming more mainstream, the responsibilities that come with using these plant medicines, making sure spiritual retreats are affordable and available to everyone.

Later on we discuss "5-MeO-DMT" and what it is all about, the profound experience one endures when taking 5-MeO-DMT, the true meaning of an "Ego-death" and surrendering yourself to mother nature, the preparation process you have to go through before taking it, how 5-MeO-DMT is extracted and the many ways it can be extracted, why Joël chooses to use synthetic 5-MeO-DMT over organic, finding an experienced facilitator/shaman that knows what they're doing to ensure your safety when attending a ceremony, the "aftercare" process, Joël's thoughts on the transition from "Kali yuga" into "Satya yuga", and so much more.

About Joël:

Joël is an entheogenic yogi, has been a pioneer in the modern psychedelic movement, specifically in the realm of 5-MeO-DMT and the Bufo Alvarious toad. His unique approach of applying classical non-dual yogic philosophy as geography for both preparation and integration from the entheogenic experience gained attention around the world at the first WBAC (World Bufo Alvarius Congress) and continues to shift the landscape of psychedelic use.

Connect with Joël:

Company Website: https://kaivalyakollectiv.com/

Personal Website: https://www.itsallsource.com/welcome

Linkedin: https://mx.linkedin.com/in/jo%C3%ABl-brierre-13691b1b8

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joel_the_entheogenic_yogi/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going: https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 21:

In this episode, we talk about the inspiration behind John’s books starting with “The Psychedelic Hero’s Journey of a Traveling Nobody”, his profound experiences with ayahuasca and the guidance it has given him, the notion that these plant medicines have their own agenda and that we are doing the medicines work, John’s first call to the medicines using mushrooms, “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho, the psychedelic renaissance and how these plant medicines are causing a mass awakening.

Later on, we discuss traditional therapy vs psychedelic therapy, reconnecting with one’s spiritual self and straying away from the American Dream, accepting plant medicines to be a part of our lives, transforming from the victim mindset to a greater cosmic understanding, the visionary plant medicines and how they will call to an individual, Johns advice for fighting fear/resistance and the benefits that will come after, Johns plans for the future regarding his journey and the books he will be releasing, and so much more.

About John:

The Traveling Nobody (aka John M. Folak) is a cargo pilot, public speaker, and author of five books on psychedelic spirituality, including The Psychedelic Hero’s Journey of a Traveling Nobody, The Organic Spaceship: Opening the Psychedelic Door and the forthcoming Unexplored Territory: The Search for Home. He lives in Austin, Texas but loves to escape to the desert for frequent resets in his time off - he travels within with meditation aided by psychedelics. His trips often land as hard-hit truths; truths we can all relate to...if we dare.

Connect with John:

Email: jfolak@gmail.com

YouTube: Traveling Nobody

Website: https://travelingnobody.net/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ATravelingNobod

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traveling.nobody/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TravelingNobody

Book Info page: https://www.amazon.com/Traveling-Nobody/e/B0769734Q7?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 20:

In this episode we talk about Carlos' background story, how he became interested in medicinal plants through reading Carlos Castaneda books, overcoming his drug addiction after his wakeup call, his first transformative experience drinking Ayahuasca in Peru, synchronicities that take place after a psychedelic experience, the trust one builds with the universe along their path, the retreats that Carlos and his team offer that are lead by Curanderos from the Shipibo tribe, targeting and resolving inaccurate personal truths that were formed from our traumas, what is Ayahuasca and what are its properties, and perceiving beyond our biological limitations (sight, hearing, smell) through drinking Ayahuasca.

Later on, we discuss Carlos' powerful understanding of how traumas are formed and how we can overwrite them through the use of psychedelics, the long-term effect of psychedelic treatment vs pharmaceutical treatment, the fish tank analogy and how important changing the environment of an unhealthy individual is rather than trying to fix the individual themself, forgiving but not forgetting, Carlos' thoughts on the future of plant medicines, the complex training involved in becoming an Ayahuasca practitioner and so much more.

Connect with Carlos:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AyahuascaFound

Website: https://www.ayahuascafoundation.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ayahuascaretreats

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayahuascafoundation/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ayahuasca-foundation/

About Carlos:

Carlos was born and raised in the United States and has degrees in both art and philosophy. He moved to Iquitos, Peru, in 2004 and lived with his first teacher for four years before creating the Ayahuasca Foundation in 2008. In 2017, he opened the Riosbo Retreat and Research center and began hosting medical research in 2018. The stage 1 study was completed at the end of 2019 and has now been published in the journal Frontiers of Psychiatry. Carlos appeared in the Netflix series Down to Earth with Zac Efron in 2020 and continues to offer unique educational courses and healing retreats as well as host important research into the traditional use of ayahuasca and plant medicine.

The published study on "Ceremonial Ayahuasca in Amazonian Retreats":

https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2021.687615/full?utm_source=F-NTF&utm_medium=EMLX&utm_campaign=PRD_FEOPS_20170000_ARTICLE

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 19:

In this episode, we discuss Lindsay's background and how she became interested in filmmaking at a young age, Project MK-Ultra, Ken Kesey writing "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest", the formation of the "Furthur Bus", how Lindsay and two guys from Canada filmed the first leg of the Furthur Bus 50th Anniversary Tour, the premiere dates of her documentary, the psychedelic renaissance, Lindsay's burning man experience, finding your tribe and getting out of your comfort zone, how the pandemic has had an influence on individuals trying psychedelics, the invisible force of these medicines and how they bind us together, "The Ascent of Humanity" by Charles Eisenstein, entering the age of reunion, the power of awareness, understanding counterculture, Lindsay's plans for the future regarding filmmaking, getting out of the victim mentality, her profound experience after leaving the Furthur Bus tour and much more.

Going Furthur Trailer: https://vimeo.com/560637063

About Lindsay:

Lindsay is the filmmaker behind the upcoming documentary Going Furthur, chronicling the 50th anniversary of Ken Kesey's Furthur bus and the spark of America's counterculture.

Connect with Lindsay:

Website: http://krenshawfilms.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lnkent

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goingfurthur

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goingfurthur50/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 18:

In this episode, we discuss Luc's background story with psychedelics, his team of professionals at Psychedelic Insights, what they offer at their retreats, the preparation work that takes part before a retreat with each individual, the difference between mushrooms and truffles, the importance of harm reduction, understanding the science and history of these substances before taking them, the post-pandemic era and how it has affected individuals all around the globe, using psychedelics for healing, the role of consciousness in the human experience, reconnecting with the higher self, questioning life and overcoming complacency, Luc's thoughts on the future of the psychedelic movement, his advice for individuals wanting to try truffles for the first time and much more.

About Luc:

Luc is the founder of Psychedelic Insights. He is a Royal Netherlands Marine Corps veteran, plant medicine advocate, entrepreneur, ocean sailor, mountaineer, and rain forest explorer. Above all, he is a dad to his daughter Sam (14). His life (choices) changed after his psilocybin and Ayahuasca experiences in 2013. Luc had a 15-year internet business career and a few years after taking psychedelics Luc ran a mental health education service for 4 years, including (walking) therapy and lifestyle coaching, and was a public speaker on mental well-being, especially in youth prisons where he gave 40+ talks on emotional health.

Connect with Luc:

Website: https://psychedelicinsights.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanpoelje

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanpoelje

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 17:

In this episode, we deep-dive into Farrah's journey starting around 15 years ago. She explains how she became a Kambo practitioner, the reason she wanted to make Ayahuasca available for her clients, and why she decided to implement micro-dosing into her life.

We go on to discuss the calling of the psychedelic plants, how many psychedelic therapists have had great experiences with self-work, the spirit of ayahuasca, facing your demons/shadows before helping others, learning to embrace the true power of the present, healing our nervous systems with medicinal plants, taking responsibility to work on ourselves when constantly being re-programmed by society, Farrah's thoughts on plant medicines such as "Iboga" vs traditional therapy.

We then talk about the benefits of Ayahuasca, micro-dosing ayahuasca wine without the DMT properties, using the wine as an anti-depressant for depression & anxiety, the plant spirit working through psychedelic facilitators, micro-dosing being a great entry point for experiencing psychedelic therapy, healing one's nervous system before a ceremony, harm reduction pointers for individuals wanting to try Farrah's medicine, recommendations for micro-dosing ayahuasca, Farrah's thoughts on the future of psychedelics, and paying respect to these medicinal plants and the indigenous tribes who have been working with them for generations.

About Farrah:

Farrah Diani is a California-based Psychotherapist. She has traveled to many continents including South America where she found her passion for the indigenous Amazonian medicines and has been working with them extensively in recent years. Farrah has a Bachelor's degree in Biology with many years of studying the sciences and working in the pharmacology research department of the University of California Irvine where she earned her Bachelor’s in Sciences.

Connect with Farrah:

Website: https://thesoulvine.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2192663464165867/?ref=share

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Ayahuasca-Micro-Dosing-The-Soul-Vine-336670490548617/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 16:

In this episode, we deep-dive into Vishnu's story and why he's chosen to be referred to as "Vishnu" over his government name. We discuss Vishnu's way of connecting with people and showing acknowledgment to their being, his experience with psychedelics such as psilocybin and DMT, the importance of being your authentic self through relaxation, and being aware of what you're feeding your temple through all senses (diet, vision, hearing etc.)

Vishnu helps explain the importance of breathwork and meditation, reminding yourself to connect with nature to recharge, micro-dosing psilocybin to re-wire your brain in order to work through trauma, how Vishnu has become the being he is, truly accepting yourself to find inner happiness and bookmarking negative experiences to remember parts of your journey, using your pain as a gateway to open up, facing your traumas first before seeking light & love, how COVID-19 affected Vishnu and the major shift that is taking place (post-pandemic).

About Vishnu:

Bodhisattva, vows to help awaken beings, to awaken one’s true self, realises that there’s only one consciousness. Vishnu is a medicine carrier, wisdom keeper, facilitator and guide for deep self-work.

Connect with Vishnu:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamVishnu1111

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/iamvishnu1111

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 15:

In this episode, we deep-dive into Jonathan's story and how he came into the healing practices. We then discuss childhood traumas, toxic individuals in the psychedelic space, Kambo medicine and where it comes from, the "Phyllomedusa bicolor" also known as "The Giant Monkey Frog", the history of Kambo and how the medicine is obtained, the strange procedure of taking it and the physical effects after taking the medicine.

We go on to talk about our programming in the modern world, the difference between Indigenous tribes vs the Western culture, Jonathan's experience taking Iboga, using a timer when experiencing Kambo to help one understand where they are in the process, the "Planet Kambo" method vs the "Brazillian" method, Jonathan's website and what they have to offer, spiritual narcissism, true happiness within oneself, the negative association of being alone, what is Hapé/Rapé? and how to smoke it, Sananga, and much more.

About Jonathan:

Plant medicine veteran & Planet Kambo co-founder Jonathan Gold, left an unfulfilling 10 year IT career to pursue a higher path of healing, self-discovery & enlightenment uniting him serendipitously with the transformational healing power of Kambo frog medicine. Now a skilled facilitator boasting thousands of recovery testimonials, Jonathan escaped the matrix of corporate enslavement & lives a life of service, duty & soul alignment.

Connect with Jonathan:

Website: https://www.planetkambo.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planetkambo

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetkambo/

Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kambo-jon?trk=public_profile_browsemap_profile-result-card_result-card_full-click

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 14:

In this episode we discuss Gerardo's story, his last three traumatic years which lead him into a downward spiral of depression, how psilocybin mushrooms helped him work through his traumas bringing back color into his life, the "Wim Hof" method, how to shut down the prefrontal cortex through breath work and yoga, conscious vs subconscious thought, building capacity, the difference between the parasympathetic vs sympathetic nervous system, Stoic's philosophy and pantheism, being a product of our environment, tapping into the flow-state, gaining power over fear and lastly the creation of Gerardo's documentary and book "Taking Back My Mind".

About Gerardo:

Gerardo Urias is an author, athlete, and citizen of the world. Gerardo grew up in San Diego, California before leaving for Europe when he was 20 years old to begin an incredible life of adventure, travel, trials, tribulations, and transformation. Recently, Gerardo has relocated to his hometown of San Diego to promote his book about mental health, Taking Back My Mind: My Journey Out of Depression with Psilocybin Mushrooms. When Gerardo is not writing, he is surfing, skiing, rock climbing, hiking, or reading a book out in nature."

"Taking Back My Mind" Promotional Video: https://youtu.be/UXYfn0nwbHw

Connect with Gerardo:

Website: https://takingbackmymind.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gurias77

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerardo-urias

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gerardourias77/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/takingbackmymind/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT51QhUKM9OuNMIQ4OtWeLA

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 13:

In this episode, we deep-dive into James' background, a spontaneous mystical experience he had as a teenager, the similarities he's found between psychedelic and mystical experiences, how psychedelics helped him work through subconscious issues, his perception of spiritual bypassing, how words cannot explain the true magnitude of reality since they are only concepts, building capacity with microdosing, the beauty of fully surrendering and trusting the process, James' predictions on the future of psychedelics, the decriminalization, his plans for the future regarding his retreat centre and the importance of mindfulness and staying present.

About James:

Dr. James Cooke is a neuroscientist, writer, and speaker, whose work focuses on consciousness with an interest in meditative and psychedelic states. He studied Experimental Psychology and Neuroscience at Oxford University and passionate about exploring science and spirituality. He is currently building a retreat centre in Portugal and hosts Living Mirrors with Dr. James Cooke Podcast.

Connect with James:

Website: https://www.drjamescooke.com/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/DrJamesCooke

Twitter: https://twitter.com/drjamescooke?s=21

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-mirrors-with-dr-james-cooke/id1516523741

Instagram: https://instagram.com/drjamescooke?igshid=4e1hkhfjmbpt

Instagram for his retreat development: https://instagram.com/thesurrenderhomestead?igshid=1wsdhrsznxncd

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner

Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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Episode 12:

In this podcast we discuss Sébastien's introduction into the psychedelic space, his life journey working in different professions, finding enlightenment through yoga, running ayahuasca & mushroom ceremonies, the psychedelic renaissance, the stigma behind psychedelics, the leaders of the world coming out about their own psychedelic experiences, learning to fully surrender in order to reach major breakthroughs, easing into psychedelics through preparation such as breathwork/yoga etc, educating oneself on harm reduction and Sébastien's plans for the future.

About Sébastien:

He is a Product Leader at Microsoft, Creative & Marketing Director at Earth Medicine Experience, Advisor to Companies in the Psychedelics Space, Psychedelic Medicine Advocate, 2 x Startup Founder and Author. He had his first out-of-body experience 10 years ago during an intense yoga that led him to a spiritual renaissance aided by yogis, shamans, healers, float tanks, meditation, and powerful psychedelics. He eventually came out of the spiritual closet at work, freeing his authentic self. Sébastien recently published “Stairway to Healing: The Crooked Path We Travel” an account about his journey to Peru to work with Ayahuasca, 5-MeO-DMT, and Wachuma. He is on a mission to remove the stigma associated with psychedelics and inspire people to find their authentic selves. He leverages 26+ years of product and entrepreneurship experience to join forces with other innovators in the space of psychedelics.

Connect with Sébastien:

Website: https://fooyad.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/fooyad?lang=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastienfouillade/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJBdpL_GUvH0JHZRV152MaQ

Sébastien's Book: Stairway to Healing - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Q6LPZM3

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About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Episode 11:

In this podcast we discuss Jason's life story, how he discovered Ayahuasca, the advantages/disadvantages of psychedelics becoming a trend in 2021, not having to fear Biotech companies legalizing plant medicines, psychedelic discipline, looking for a sense of purpose and connection through social media, realizing one can never fully master a certain art form, the overwhelming journey of true enlightenment, internal resistance blocking one from their unlimited potential, medicinal plants being more/less beneficial outside of their natural environment, honoring traditions and what lead Jason to create the "Universe Within Podcast".

About Jason:

Jason is the host of the Universe Within Podcast, a former actor, photographer, and Thai boxer. Jason is also a plant medicine facilitator and he leads his own tobacco healing ceremonies in Peru’s sacred valley.

Connect with Jason:

Apple: https://bit.ly/AppleUW

Spotify: https://bit.ly/SpotUW

Google: https://bit.ly/GooglUW

YouTube: https://bit.ly/YouTubeUW

Websites: https://www.jasongrechanik.com https://www.nicotianarustica.org/

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Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

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About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/

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Darren Le Baron (Springer) discovered psychedelics early in his teens however he wasn't interested until in his 30's simply because he was taught to "say no to drugs" and as he began to explore psychedelics, he understood why society has given psychedelics a bad name since it's an extremely liberating technology, allowing one to open up their psyche and discover more about their own mind.

Darren believes that the notion of psychedelics losing many years of research in the '50s is misleading since that is only the case in western society as there are many indigenous cultures around the world that have been using psychedelics for decades now with an unbroken link. Darren's interest in indigenous cultures and history taught him the various uses of sacred plants ritualistically in ceremonies for medicinal purposes and we talk about the gatekeepers - the people that the sacred plants were gifted to, certain parts of the world hold specific entheogenic plants i.e The Amazon holds Ayahuasca, West Africa holds Iboga, Mexico holds Salvia etc.

We also discuss the relationship between mental health and psychedelics, Darren mentions that indigenous cultures generally don't use psychedelics as a means of healing mental illnesses such as anxiety, depression etc. as these illnesses are a lot more common in western society due to the way we live. In indigenous cultures, psychedelics are used in a way to prevent mental illnesses rather than cure them. Darren's interest in cultivation, horticulture and organic food growing lead him to become a renowned mycologist, partnerships with Double Blind and The Psychedelic Society.

About Darren:

Darren Le Baron (Springer) is a mythologist, psychedelic researcher, qualified organic horticulturist, permaculture teacher and facilitator. Permaculture is an innovative framework for creating sustainable ways of living. His interactive workshops look at the fundamental ethics and principles of permaculture while sharing practical tips for personalizing and implementing the tools in our busy daily urban settings. Along with being a member of the Breaking Convention committee, Darren has worked with CRCLR in Berlin and LUSH in the UK supporting both to create sustainable working systems and environments using permaculture.

Connect with Darren:

https://www.darrenlebaron.com/

http://instagram.com/darren_le_baron​

https://www.facebook.com/darrenlebaron

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

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Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

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and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Episode 9:

We start by discussing Changal’s story and how it began with Cannabis when he was 9 years old. He explains that the plants found him throughout his life and not the other way around. At the age of 12, he met magic mushrooms, this allowed him to delve deeper and learn about himself. After years of exploring magic mushrooms, he also experienced other substances (Cocaine, MDMA, Speed) which allowed him to understand which of these drugs are medicines and which are not.

We then start to discuss Bufo Medicine. Changal clarifies that with bufo medicine, he started to learn about oneness and how everything is interconnected. He then tells me about how he combined Ayahuasca with Bufo medicine and had one of the most intense trips he had ever experienced. This experience gave him one of the most animalistic perspectives of reality and allowed him to see how all beings are sentient, even down to the trees, rocks and water, holding the same collective consciousness. Changal does not advise an inexperienced individual to mix psychedelics such as Bofu + Ayahuasca. In order for someone to actually embrace an experience like this, one must first build capacity to contain such a powerful trip.

It has taken him years (step by step) to be able to endure these experiences with the right approach. “When entering the deep waters, you want to be swimming and not drowning inside.”

One day he came home on MDMA and was expressing his emotions with his parents. They gained interest and decided to try MDMA and magic mushrooms, this allowed his father to have one of the most transformative experiences in the year 2012. This experience absolutely changed his life and gave him the insight to stop living within society’s rules and realized from then onwards Changal had to become self-sustainable.

We end off the discussion talking about the evolution of technology, Changals experience working with Bofu, Ayahuasca and Kambo, Re-activation of Bufo and Changal's regenerative healing farm.

Changal's journey with the entheogenic medicines has been a tribal journey and it has not only brought him closer to nature but has also shown him what it means to be human. After years of experiencing this, he has slowly been able to empathize with the tribal people of the Amazon and why they've chosen to live this way. It has taught him over the years that you don’t have to build anything or to be a certain way or do a specific thing, we only have to live in the moment now, to enjoy life.

Changal's message to everyone is to listen to your heart, if something doesn’t feel right, then it’s not right.

About Changal-Sapuro Ancestralis:

Facilitator of Bufo Alvarius, Kambo and Ayahuasca medicine, Artist, Builder, Farmer. He was introduced to psychedelics at the age of 9 and he’s been exploring psychedelic and entheogenic states for more than 17 years. In the last 6 years, he’s been living on 1 hector of land where he is building regenerative community healing farm, also traveling around the world to share Bufo medicine (Germany, Poland, Serbia, Austria, California, Oregon, Mexico, and last 2 years also traveling to Brazil to share Bufo medicine. His attitude towards psychedelics is “medicine for life” and he has a shamanic perspective and approach to psychedelics. He believes the entheogenic medicine is the best ally/teacher and pure consciousness itself.

Connect with Changal:

https://www.facebook.com/ApukunaRetreatCenter

https://soundcloud.com/changalero

https://www.mixcloud.com/Changaleros/

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Episode 8:

We start off by discussing Antonio's life story and his experience growing up seeing energy and spirits, learning about certain plant medicines such as ayahuasca, salvia through his grandmother, the spiritual impact psychedelics had on his life allowing him to understand people on a spiritual level, and how he started delving deeper into psychedelic practices once his son was born.

We go on to discussing Salvia and the power it has, the difference between chewing it and smoking it, how it creates a unique experience for each individual taking it and how the experience may differ depending on one's body type, weight, gut health, mental health, upbringing etc.

I then ask Antonio for his opinion on the effect that psychedelics would have if they became mainstream and more available to people. He explains the problem with this and how it could potentially be a threat to the majority of pharmaceutical companies since they'll end up losing power and money.

We go on to discuss mycology, microdosing, the science behind cultivating mushrooms, various types of mushrooms and their potency, and his experience experimenting with different genres of music when cultivating mushrooms.

We end off the conversation by briefly going over quantum neurological psychedelic mapping and navigation, Antonio's thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, his plans for the future of his company "A.L.I.C.E Cbyn", the beauty of mycelium growth and its connection with nature, and much more.

About Antonio Sebastian:

Founder and owner of A.L.I.C.E Cbyn, earned his B.A. in Management and Psychology from Long Island University and M.A. in Sociology from Arizona State University where he focuses on and thrives in forensic and Quantum Psychology.

He is working on numerous studies in the psychedelic industry that compiles data of the various states of consciousness while using psychedelics by incorporating the shamanic practices shared with him from childhood.

He is also a Reiki master, psilocybin cultivator, established Trip Sitter who utilizes local medicinal plants and plant medicine, Holotropic and Dreamshadow Transpersonal Breathwork.

In late 2020, Antonio started a company called A.L.I.C.E Cybin Integration which stands for "Awakening Life In Cosmic Environments".

Currently working with Dr. Michael Gentile MD to create an environment where psilocybin is truly understood from inoculation to fruiting and to document as much data as possible in regards to the different species.

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Connect with Antonio:

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/alicecybinintegration/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/a.l.i.c.e._cybin?igshid=qv4zd1pppjtz

Twitter: https://twitter.com/alicecybin?s=21

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Episode 7:

In this episode,

we focus the discussion on "dieta's", which is a contract made between a curandero and a particular plant spirit. It is an important part of Shamanic training to become a facilitator of the plant medicines. It is also used as a practice to heal oneself. Naysha explains it is a great idea to take part in a ceremony as well as a dieta to get the full experience. Before taking part in a dieta, one needs to fast for up to ten days. This allows you to show your deepest traumas and what you have been suppressing. The more time that one can invest into their dieta the better, since with each person the time frame may differ until one is healed.

I address the issue where a lot of people are coming to these dieta's expecting instant healing, and even more so feel a sense of entitlement after only one month of experience. Where in reality, to be a true Shaman, it could take up to several months, maybe even a few years. Experiencing a Dieta is allowing the plants access to the subconscious mind and surrendering with trust, the western mindset struggles with this.

Naysha explains that for a person who wants to train, the first year is all about healing. As you train, you start to become your own guide and realize that the medicine isn’t going to do the work for you, it is you who has to speak to the plants so they can answer your prayers.

There is a problem with the western influence since in the traditional way when people came to heal, they didn’t have a timeframe.

We then discuss the importance of being humble when working with the plant medicines. It is extremely important we use these plant medicines with the utmost respect. Many people also have trouble spending time with themselves and that’s why this pandemic has caused a lot of psychological problems and depression etc. The practice of the dieta is to come back to our inner child and learn who we really are.

Naysha clarifies that a typical day - when undergoing training - is spending time with yourself and trying to connect with the plants, eating one meal a day and being restricted from distractions such as cell phones. The first ceremony is the opening of the dieta. The Shamans start calling the spirits of the plants to see which plant is appropriate for the person/people they’re working with. The shaman will then determine how much time is needed for each person. After the first ceremony, some people may want to master a plant over a period of time to slowly become accustomed to each plant medicine and its properties.

About Naysha:

A devoted Curandera from the Peruvian Amazon working in the shamanic field for 12 years. Trained by indigenous shamans. Born from plants, carries her medicine all over the world to help people awaken and heal.

Connect with Naysha:

Blog: https://naysha.blog/

Instagram: @curanderita

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Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

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Episode 6:

In this episode,

We start by discussing her life story growing up in England feeling a sense of small-town syndrome, experiencing her first psychedelic at 17 years of age, discovering an inspiring Ted talk in 2016, and her fascination with yoga and it becoming apart of her journey into the psychedelic realm which ultimately lead her to do yoga training and to work for the psychedelic society.

We discuss the integration process, the mainstreaming of yoga and the misconception of it being an instant healing process, the glamorization of psychedelic drugs and meditation, what it takes to deal with depression the right way, how typically - in human nature - we expect instant gratification when trying to heal ourselves, and the importance of writing down your experience when taking psychedelics and sharing it with other people.

Later on we discuss harm-reduction, the understanding that psychedelics are not domesticated medicines and can be just as dangerous as they can be effective and wonderful, the important notion that we cannot control psychedelics but we can turn a negative experience into something positive, the subconscious mind being revealed when taking psychedelics, and the dangers of using psychedelics alone as a recreational drug and the adverse effects they may have.

I then ask Martha about the UK and where we are positioning ourselves in the renaissance. She explains that the UK is ready to decrease the harm of these drugs when used recreationally, but that we need to give it time. She clarifies that there is a lot of progress being made with harm-reduction at festivals and how important it is since a lot of people take drugs from unknown sources.

We go on to discuss the "Zendo Project" which is a program that has been created to provide safe spaces within festivals for people having difficult experiences related to drugs. I explain to Martha how since the "Zendo Project" has been created, a lot of the harm at festivals has been reduced.

Martha helps by listing some of the important steps to note for harm-reduction purposes starting with the importance of understanding different types of drug test kits, researching what you are taking on sites like "https://psychonautwiki.org/", owning a scale to know the exact amount you're taking, meditating before going into a psychedelic trip, having a "trip sitter" - someone you trust that is willing to be there for you if needed, and most importantly, to do what you are comfortable with.

About Martha:

Martha works for the Psychedelic Society UK where she runs events on science, culture and policy within the context of psychedelics and other plant-based medicines. She also works for The Psychedelic Renaissance where she writes articles and various other pieces of content to engage the psychedelic community and beyond in the spectrum of issues and relevant news, both positive and negative.

She also aims to spread important harm-reduction information and is a proud volunteer for Psycare UK with a background in Neuroscience, Martha has an evidence and research-based focus and is passionate about disseminating information on the therapeutic purposes of plant-based medicines and other psychedelics to treat various medical conditions, in hope to move closer towards ending the war on drugs.

This drive has led her to volunteer for Patient-Led Engagement Access (PLEA). Outside of her psychedelic career, Martha is a trained yoga teacher, enjoys making art, writing songs and dancing to 80's disco music.

Connect with Martha:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martha.allitt/

Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/martha-allitt-89b4531b8

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Episode 5:

In this episode,

We start by discussing how the pandemic has affected Naysha's personal life, the struggle of bringing mother nature's medicine into western society, the misconception of the medicine being an instant transformation tool, and the importance of the environment the medicine is taken in.

We then go on to discuss how typically in human nature we are always wanting a quick transformation, the "spiritual eagle" - believing that once you've taken the medicine you are completely enlightened, and the real hard work it takes to confront the shadow self and become truly awakened.

Naysha explains spiritual narcissism and the ego, the dedication and time it takes to carry the medicine appropriately and the truthful teaching of the plants to become unconditional and to love without the ego distorting one's perception.

We also discuss the art of self-work and accepting what is, the important lesson of "listening" when taking plant medicines, and the understanding that these medicines can show what you're capable of but that it's up to you to fulfill your purpose.

Naysha then explains the challenges she had to overcome in her journey to becoming a Shaman, setting boundaries with people, and having to let go of certain friends and family. As well as becoming more strict over the years as a Shaman since many people aren't truly ready to complete a ceremony and feel cheated when having to let go of technology and their comfort zones.

Lastly, we go over the notion of having to walk a path of darkness before seeing the light and attaining wisdom, the importance of forgiveness and its benefits for one's soul, how going through a grieving process is crucial for an individual, and how having to be hypersensitive when doing a Dieta allows one to hear and truly connect with the plants.

About Naysha: A devoted Curandera from the Peruvian Amazon working in the shamanic field for 12 years. Trained by indigenous shamans. Born from plants, she carries her medicine all over the world to help people awaken and heal.

Connect with Naysha: https://naysha.blog/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Episode 4:

In this episode,

Susan Guner interviews Luis Solarat.

They start by discussing why he left his job at London Real, how Luis felt that after he created "Re-connect" his life long dream had been achieved, his new home in the Peruvian forest, Luis' experience with the Dietas - a plant-based practice for developing connection to the Spirit, Ayahuasca ceremonies helping enforce your connection with the plants, the different uses for Dietas and the important preparation before initiating a Dieta, self-isolation and the discipline required to help deconstruct the ego, how important it is to have pure intentions when doing a Dieta, having a safe environment to experience the plant medicines, the importance of self reflection and not to let life slip away, how COVID-19 has changed our psychology, how Luis' documentary "Dissolution" came about and Luis belief in humanities synergy with nature.

About Luis Solarat:

He is a manager and a facilitator at Psychonauta foundation (plant medicine retreat), he was born in Spain, became interested in video games and film, he then went to study film and started making movies whilst working with photography. Years later, he moved to London and found a London real podcast which then unfolded into Luis becoming the head of video production and directing every London real documentary/film including "Re-connect". His interest in Psychedelics began recreationally and this transitioned into a lifelong passion for Psychedelics and plant medicines.

Connect with Luis Solarat:

Website: https://dissolutionsolution.wordpress.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luissolarat

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DissolutionSolution/featured

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness.

For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

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Episode 3:

In this episode,

Susan Guner interviews Sanne Ham.

She is a trauma integration therapist and an entheogenic guide.

They start by discussing her story on how she got involved in the Psychedelic space, how she became an entheogenic guide using Psilocybin, her near-death experience and how it affected her perspective on life/death and healing, the journey of self-awareness and how suppressed emotions are reflected on others, Psychedelics being initiators and not instant healing substances, the shadow self and how it is important to engage and confront your shadow self just as "Buddha" does with "Mara", the painful process of integration and not to expect instant gratification, having someone to witness your journey so that you can obtain a more objective perspective, how Psychedelics are not for everybody and much more.

Connect with Sanne Ham: https://www.sanneheart.com/

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Episode 2:

In this episode,

Susan Guner interviews Greg Lake. (co-founder of EntheoConnect)

He is a trial and appellate attorney, entheogenic church lawyer, consultant, and author. Greg helps people with legitimizing their psychedelic practices by forming them a legal entity/church and helping them with their doctrine and internal documentation in order to maximize their protection.

They go on to discuss the benefits of spiritual retreats, his history with propagating psychedelics, overcoming addiction and financial struggle, developing EntheoConnect, the safety put into legalizing spiritual ceremonies, mystical experiences, how COVID-19 has affected mental health, how the perception of psychedelics is evolving, the difference between psychedelics and entheogens, Greg's upcoming book revolving around the law of entheogenic churches in the US, how his first book "Psychedelics in Mental Health Series:: Psilocybin" came about, his passion for helping people and spreading the word on psychedelic therapy.

Connect with Greg Lake:

http://EntheoConnect.com

https://www.amazon.com/Psychedelics-Mental-Health-George-Lake/dp/B089M1HW21

Thank you so much for joining us!

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations

This show is for information purposes only

and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.

About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

Connect with Susan:

Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/

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Welcome to Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!

Episode 1:

In this episode,

Susan Guner interviews Derek Januszewski (the founder of Pachamama sanctuary) to discuss his life story in-depth as well as his experiences with Soul Quest, drinking Ayahuasca to help deal with traumas, legalizing psychedelics, the Woodstock generation, spiritual bypassing, and Derek's plans for the future regarding the Pachamama sanctuary.

Connect with Derek:

https://www.pachamamaretreats.org/

https://www.facebook.com/derek.januszewski

Thank you so much for joining us!

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About Susan Guner:

Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.

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Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

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