Psychedelics Today https://psychedelicstoday.com/ Education and Training for Clinicians and Beyond Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:21:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.1 https://psychedelicstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/PSY_001-Psychedelics-Logo_v1.2_Spore-Gradient-100x100.png Psychedelics Today https://psychedelicstoday.com/ 32 32 Expanding Psychedelic Clinical Trials to LGBTQ+ Populations https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/20/expanding-psychedelic-clinical-trials-to-lgbtq-populations/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/20/expanding-psychedelic-clinical-trials-to-lgbtq-populations/#respond Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:21:09 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=24174 Explore how expanding psychedelic clinical trials to include LGBTQ+ populations can address mental health disparities and foster inclusivity. This article underscores the urgent need for research that encompasses unique minority stressors, aiming for equitable and effective mental health interventions.

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/20/expanding-psychedelic-clinical-trials-to-lgbtq-populations/feed/ 0 An Inside Look at the FDA and Early Drug Development https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/18/an-inside-look-at-the-fda-and-early-drug-development/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/18/an-inside-look-at-the-fda-and-early-drug-development/#respond Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:50:58 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=24148 In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Amanda Holley: pharmacologist and regulatory consultant in nonclinical drug development, and previously a nonclinical pharmacology/toxicology reviewer at the FDA. With Lykos Therapeutics working towards FDA approval of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD, ICER (Institute for Clinical and Economic Review) recently published its draft evidence report, concluding that they couldn’t endorse […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/18/an-inside-look-at-the-fda-and-early-drug-development/feed/ 0 Community, Group Process, and Co-Creation: How to Build a Successful Retreat https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/14/community-group-process-and-co-creation-how-to-build-a-successful-retreat/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/14/community-group-process-and-co-creation-how-to-build-a-successful-retreat/#respond Fri, 14 Jun 2024 20:46:24 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=24050 In this episode of Vital Psychedelic Conversations, Kyle interviews two Vital graduates: Alice Dommert: certified breathwork facilitator and co-founder of retreat company, The Infinite Center; and Kara Tremain, ACC: somatic practitioner and growth and development coach. A huge part of Vital is the experiential aspect of attending a retreat. Students report that being part of […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/14/community-group-process-and-co-creation-how-to-build-a-successful-retreat/feed/ 0 Why Are Some Parents Choosing Psychedelics Over SSRIs for Teens? https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/12/why-are-some-parents-choosing-psychedelics-over-ssris-for-teens/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/12/why-are-some-parents-choosing-psychedelics-over-ssris-for-teens/#respond Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:54:59 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=24004 Disclaimer: The content of this article does not constitute medical advice. At the time of this writing, psychedelics remain largely illegal in the United States. We urge parents to consult with doctors and legal experts before considering psychedelic therapy for their children. *All names and identifying features have been changed to protect the privacy of […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/12/why-are-some-parents-choosing-psychedelics-over-ssris-for-teens/feed/ 0 From the Eleusinian Mysteries to Modern Mysticism: The Role of Religion in the Psychedelic Experience https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/11/from-the-eleusinian-mysteries-to-modern-mysticism-the-role-of-religion-in-the-psychedelic-experience/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/11/from-the-eleusinian-mysteries-to-modern-mysticism-the-role-of-religion-in-the-psychedelic-experience/#respond Tue, 11 Jun 2024 16:44:40 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=24061 In this episode, Joe interviews Charles Stang: Professor of Early Christian Thought and the Director of the Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard Divinity School. The Center was created to gain a better understanding of world religions by bringing scholars from their respective countries to study and live alongside Divinity School students. […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/11/from-the-eleusinian-mysteries-to-modern-mysticism-the-role-of-religion-in-the-psychedelic-experience/feed/ 0 Exploring Somatic Practices and Psychedelics https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/07/exploring-somatic-practices-and-psychedelics/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/07/exploring-somatic-practices-and-psychedelics/#respond Fri, 07 Jun 2024 21:03:38 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23964 In this episode – the first in the 2024 series of Vital Psychedelic Conversations – David interviews Pierre Bouchard, LPC: Vital instructor and lead trainer for the Congregation for Sacred Practices; and Kara Tremain, ACC: recent Vital graduate-turned-instructor, somatic practitioner, and growth and development coach. In this series, we pair up a Vital instructor with […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/07/exploring-somatic-practices-and-psychedelics/feed/ 0 Psychedelic Bypassing: When Avoidance is Mistaken for Healing https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/05/psychedelic-bypassing-when-avoidance-is-mistaken-for-healing/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/05/psychedelic-bypassing-when-avoidance-is-mistaken-for-healing/#respond Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:08:57 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=10186 Psychedelic Bypassing: The many ways the mind can excuse abuse, ignore the darker sides of ourselves, categorize the vast scale of emotions into little boxes of "good" and "bad," and cast aside anything deemed "lesser than" — all in the pursuit of a more enlightened life.

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/05/psychedelic-bypassing-when-avoidance-is-mistaken-for-healing/feed/ 0 The EMBARK Model of Psychedelic Therapy https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/04/the-embark-model-of-psychedelic-therapy/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/04/the-embark-model-of-psychedelic-therapy/#respond Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:47:41 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23954 In this episode, Kyle interviews Alex Belser, Ph.D. and Bill Brennan, Ph.D.: psychologists, psychedelic researchers, authors, and co-creators of the EMBARK model, a framework for psychedelic therapy. When Belser and Brennan worked together at Cybin, they canvassed the field of psychedelic research and saw very little reporting (if any) of the manuals researchers were using. […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/06/04/the-embark-model-of-psychedelic-therapy/feed/ 0 How Psychedelics Became Key to My Long COVID Recovery https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/31/how-psychedelics-became-key-to-my-long-covid-recovery/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/31/how-psychedelics-became-key-to-my-long-covid-recovery/#respond Fri, 31 May 2024 14:59:56 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23924 How did psychedelics become key to one woman's recovery from long COVID?

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/31/how-psychedelics-became-key-to-my-long-covid-recovery/feed/ 0 Long COVID and Psychedelics https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/31/long-covid-and-psychedelics/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/31/long-covid-and-psychedelics/#respond Fri, 31 May 2024 14:24:27 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23641 In this episode, special guest host Court Wing interviews Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD: professor and chair of rehabilitation medicine at UT Health San Antonio; Joel Castellanos, MD: co-founder and associate medical director of the Center for Psychedelic Research at UC San Diego; and MaryAnn Welke Lesage: a long COVID survivor who reports experiencing drastic improvement in […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/31/long-covid-and-psychedelics/feed/ 0 The Hidden History of Psychedelics in Australia https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/29/the-hidden-history-of-psychedelics-in-australia/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/29/the-hidden-history-of-psychedelics-in-australia/#respond Wed, 29 May 2024 20:23:49 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23841 Learn all about the hidden history of psychedelics in Australia.

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/29/the-hidden-history-of-psychedelics-in-australia/feed/ 0 Embracing the Mystery: Making Psychedelic Literature Engaging https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/28/embracing-the-mystery-making-psychedelic-literature-engaging/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/28/embracing-the-mystery-making-psychedelic-literature-engaging/#respond Tue, 28 May 2024 18:41:21 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23878 In this episode, Joe interviews Sean Lawlor: writer and therapist specializing in ketamine-assisted therapy at Reflective Healing in Fort Collins, CO. His first book, Psychedelic Revival: Toward a New Paradigm of Healing, will be released on June 4. Written as somewhat of a primer for psychedelics and psychedelic therapy, he talks about how he decided […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/28/embracing-the-mystery-making-psychedelic-literature-engaging/feed/ 0 The Economics of Psychedelics https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/24/the-economics-of-psychedelics/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/24/the-economics-of-psychedelics/#respond Fri, 24 May 2024 15:44:29 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23851 In this episode, Joe interviews Elliot Marseille, DrPH, MPP: founding director of UC Berkeley’s Collaborative for the Economics of Psychedelics (CEP), a network of health economists and researchers analyzing the economics behind emerging psychedelic-assisted therapies. In the early days of drug research, efficacy was the leading factor in decision making, but as time has gone […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/24/the-economics-of-psychedelics/feed/ 0 Breaking Through Bureaucracy: Can D.C. Embrace Evidence-Based Drug Policy? https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/21/breaking-through-bureaucracy-can-d-c-embrace-evidence-based-drug-policy/ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/21/breaking-through-bureaucracy-can-d-c-embrace-evidence-based-drug-policy/#respond Tue, 21 May 2024 18:39:09 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23794 In this episode, Joe interviews two members of The Daschle Group: Founder and CEO, Senator Tom Daschle; and Public Policy Advisor, Charlie Panfil. As Senator Daschle served in the House of Representatives for eight years (starting in 1978) and the Senate for 21, he was deep in the War on Drugs at its peak, and […]

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]]> https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/21/breaking-through-bureaucracy-can-d-c-embrace-evidence-based-drug-policy/feed/ 0 Depth Psychology, Archetypal Energies, and How Psychedelics Reveal the Soul https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/17/depth-psychology-archetypal-energies-and-how-psychedelics-reveal-the-soul/ Fri, 17 May 2024 15:58:54 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23777 In this episode, Kyle interviews Simon Yugler: psychedelic-assisted therapist, educator, and author of the book, Psychedelics & the Soul: A Mythic Guide to Psychedelic Healing, Depth Psychology, and Cultural Repair, which comes out this fall. He digs into depth psychology and why it’s a beneficial framework for navigating non-ordinary experiences – a practice he believes […]

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]]> Examining the Inner Healer Approach to Psychedelic Therapy https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/16/examining-the-inner-healer-approach-to-psychedelic-therapy/ Thu, 16 May 2024 19:03:43 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23760 The body seems to mend itself from illness and injuries without conscious effort. Yet when the mind wanders down a deep self-loathing abyss, it can get stuck there for years. Amidst serotonin-boosting drugs and clinical psychotherapy, millions still suffer from persistent depression. But within this reality, a more profound truth might be at play. According […]

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]]> Third Wave – Navigating Psychedelic Business Realities: Insights & Lessons https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/third-wave-navigating-psychedelic-business-realities-insights-lessons/ Wed, 15 May 2024 14:20:42 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23754 In this illuminating episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Joe Moore, the CEO of Psychedelics Today. Recorded in-person at the 2023 reMind conference in Las Vegas, this conversation delves into the profound lessons and insights gained from navigating the unique challenges of the psychedelic space. Paul […]

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]]> True Life Podcast – Take a DEEP Breath… It’s VITAL https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/true-life-podcast-take-a-deep-breath-its-vital/ Wed, 15 May 2024 14:17:09 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23748 “What the hell am I doing here?” An Initiation. A profound psychedelic trip, in the form of a near death experience, that gives way to the five year meditation of “What the hell am I doing here?” This is a discussion that you won’t want to miss. Click here to listen to the full interview.

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]]> The High Guide – Unlocking the Potential: Psychedelic Workforce Insights with David Drapkin https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/the-high-guide-unlocking-the-potential-psychedelic-workforce-insights-with-david-drapkin/ Wed, 15 May 2024 14:11:22 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23745 Host April Pride engages in a conversation with David Drapkin, Director of Education & Training for Psychedelics Today, to review the report titled “The Emerging Psychedelic Workforce” released by Vital, a psychedelic facilitator training program. Gain a better understanding of how individuals trained in psychedelic-assisted therapy are incorporating their skills into various careers, the role […]

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]]> Greenstate – Beyond the Counterculture: The Emerging Psychedelic Workforce https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/greenstate-beyond-the-counterculture-the-emerging-psychedelic-workforce/ Wed, 15 May 2024 14:08:35 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23742 In a world where the search for mass mental wellness is becoming ever more desperate, a quiet but powerful revolution is underway. The resurgence of interest in psychedelics – a topic that once echoed mostly in the halls of counterculture – is mobilizing a global workforce to usher in a new era of healing. Perhaps […]

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]]> Psychedelic Health – Vital report explores employment in the psychedelics industry https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/psychedelic-health-vital-report-explores-employment-in-the-psychedelics-industry/ Wed, 15 May 2024 14:05:33 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23739 Psychedelics Today recently surveyed students and graduates of its 12-month intensive professional psychedelic certification programme, Vital, publishing its findings in The Emerging Psychedelic Workforce report. Aiming to understand more about the emerging workforce, Psychedelics Today spoke to 130 students and graduates of its Vital course about how they are building their psychedelic careers. With the […]

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]]> PSYCH: The Psychedelics Newsletter – VITAL REPORT EXPLORES EMPLOYMENT IN THE PSYCHEDELICS INDUSTRY https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/psych-the-psychedelics-newsletter-vital-report-explores-employment-in-the-psychedelics-industry/ Wed, 15 May 2024 14:01:52 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23736 Psychedelics Today recently surveyed students and graduates of its 12-month intensive professional psychedelic certification programme, Vital, publishing its findings in The Emerging Psychedelic Workforce report. David Drapkin, Director of Education at Psychedelics Today, discussed the findings, emphasising the growth of the industry and highlighting the significance of personal experience and motivations for entering the field, […]

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]]> Psychedelic Invest – Kyle Buller Educates the Future of Psychedelic Professionals – Podcast Episode #41 https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/15/psychedelic-invest-kyle-buller-educates-the-future-of-psychedelic-professionals-podcast-episode-41/ Wed, 15 May 2024 13:58:09 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23732 On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Kyle Buller, the Chief of Training and Clinical Education for Psychedelics Today (and Vital Training). Click here to listen to the full interview.

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]]> RIPPLES of Hope: Psychedelics as a Tool for Peacebuilding and Collective Healing https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/14/ripples-of-hope-psychedelics-as-a-tool-for-peacebuilding-and-collective-healing/ Tue, 14 May 2024 17:51:07 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23224 In this episode, David interviews Sami Awad: Palestinian peace and nonviolent activist and founder of Holy Land Trust in Bethlehem; and Leor Roseman, Ph.D.: Israeli neuroscientist, researcher, and senior lecturer at the University of Exeter. They talk about Roseman’s 2021 paper, “Relational Processes in Ayahuasca Groups of Palestinians and Israelis,” which looked at what happened […]

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]]> Unlocking Creativity: How Psychedelics Are Influencing Modern Design https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/14/unlocking-creativity-how-psychedelics-are-influencing-modern-design/ Tue, 14 May 2024 14:34:03 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23686 It’s no secret that psychedelics and creativity are intrinsically linked. If you look around, you won’t have to go very far to find psychedelic-inspired byproducts from visionary figures whose work has changed the world, from Yoko Ono, to Aldous Huxley, to Steve Jobs. While psychedelics’ impact on art is well-documented, the psychedelic influence on design […]

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]]> The Other Side of Veteran Healing: Secondary PTSD and Post-Retreat Family Dynamics https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/10/the-other-side-of-veteran-healing-secondary-ptsd-and-post-retreat-family-dynamics/ Fri, 10 May 2024 17:25:54 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23653 In this episode, Joe interviews two members of the Heroic Hearts Project team: Director of Donor Development and founder of The Hope Project, Allison Wilson; and Director of Research and founder of Hystelica, Dr. Grace Blest-Hopley. They discuss how The Hope Project – a nonprofit that supports spouses of veterans, Gold Star Wives, and female […]

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]]> Early Research, Psychedelics in Palliative Care, and the Intersection of Science and the Sacred https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/07/early-research-psychedelics-in-palliative-care-and-the-intersection-of-science-and-the-sacred/ Tue, 07 May 2024 17:08:12 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23625 In this episode, Joe and Kyle interview William Richards, STM, Ph.D.: senior advisor at Sunstone Therapies, psychologist at the Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, contributor to Vital, and author of Sacred Knowledge: Psychedelics & Religious Experiences. He talks about the first time he experienced psilocybin in a […]

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]]> Music for Psychedelic Exploration, and the First ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ Album https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/03/music-for-psychedelic-exploration-and-the-first-choose-your-own-adventure-album/ Fri, 03 May 2024 16:07:27 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23602 In this episode, Joe interviews Shahar Amit: psytrance musician who has created what may be the world’s first modular album for psychedelic exploration under his project, Held By Sound. He talks about his background in the rave and festival scene, the moment he realized he wanted to make music, and the realization that he could […]

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]]> Avoid These Psychedelic Mistakes: How to Stop a Bad Trip Before It Starts https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/02/avoid-these-psychedelic-mistakes-how-to-stop-a-bad-trip-before-it-starts/ Thu, 02 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23525 Have you been considering taking a psychedelic journey, but want to avoid a bad trip? Do yourself a favor: don’t make the most common psychedelic mistakes. Understanding the most common pitfalls before you engage with a psychedelic substance can have a colossal impact on the outcome of your experience. Whether you’ve just learned about psychedelics, […]

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]]> Psychedelics and Pregnancy: A Look Into the Safety, Research and Legality https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/05/01/psychedelics-and-pregnancy/ Wed, 01 May 2024 19:50:01 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=9709 Psychedelics and pregnancy is a highly controversial and often unspoken topic. But beyond the stigma, what does the research, law and culture say?

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]]> The Veteran Community and Operator Syndrome: Psychedelics and Redefining Pain Management https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/30/the-veteran-community-and-operator-syndrome-psychedelics-and-redefining-pain-management/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:08:36 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23561 In this episode, Joe and special guest, Court Wing, interview Tommy Aceto: former Navy Seal and trauma medic, NCAA athlete, Michigan State Champion Wrestler, and now, psychedelic advocate and ambassador for the Veteran Mental Health Leadership Coalition. He discusses his journey from childhood to wanting to become a SEAL, and the toll that military life […]

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]]> Navigating Psychedelics Q&A: Essential Skills for Psychedelic Practitioners https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/26/navigating-psychedelics-qa-essential-skills-for-psychedelic-practitioners/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:41:07 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23491 We’re offering this exclusive, free online webinar, Navigating Psychedelics Q&A: Essential Skills for Psychedelic Practitioners with David Drapkin, LCSW. This live event, taking place on May 1, 2024, at 9 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. EST, is your opportunity to gain insights about how to safely and ethically incorporate psychedelics into your professional practice. This […]

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]]> Psychedelic Education: Insights, Advice, and Where to Start https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/26/johanna-hilla-kyle-buller/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:39:07 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23461 In this episode, Kyle and Johanna catch up, interviewing each other about psychedelic education and what they’ve learned, the biggest challenges, and what advice they would give to anyone looking to get involved in the psychedelic field. They discuss: and more! The next round of our year-long training program, Vital, begins in September, but for […]

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]]> The Ketamine Conundrum https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/25/the-ketamine-conundrum/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:03:49 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23431 What if there was a potentially life-saving drug that could relieve depression and PTSD but also, potentially, force frequent users to rush to the toilet every 15 minutes? Well, it does exist. It’s ketamine, the most rapid-acting antidepressant in use today. The drug has morphed in popular consciousness in just half a century from legal […]

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]]> Decolonization, Difficult Conversations, and the Challenge of Merging Spirituality and Science https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/23/philip-wolf/ Tue, 23 Apr 2024 21:21:15 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23414 In this episode, Joe interviews Philip Wolf: writer, member of Rolling Stone’s Culture Council, founder of Cultivating Spirits (the first company in the U.S. to offer legal culinary cannabis experiences), and founder of CashoM, an education company offering a certificate in cannabis stewardship. He discusses his recent Rolling Stone article about the need to divorce […]

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]]> Self Awareness and Inner Work: Essential Skills for Psychedelic-Informed Practitioners https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/20/self-awareness-and-inner-work-essential-skills-for-psychedelic-informed-practitioners/ Sat, 20 Apr 2024 06:19:23 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23383 Join us for a free webinar on the importance of self-awareness for psychedelic practitioners. In this workshop, you will learn: This workshop is designed for psychedelic practitioners of all levels of experience. RSVP today to reserve your spot now!

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]]> The Microdosing Effect: Connecting the Dots Between Anecdote and Evidence https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/19/the-microdosing-effect-connecting-the-dots-between-anecdote-and-evidence/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 18:15:18 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23361 In 2024, the discourse around the effects of microdosing psychedelics is deeply polarized. Positioned at opposite ends of the conversation are microdosing evangelists who swear by its benefits and skeptical scientists demanding more empirical evidence. Ask whether it ‘works,’ and you’ll receive an emphatic ‘yes’ from believers or an all-but-certain ‘no’ from doubters, highlighting a […]

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]]> Bicycle Day Reflections, Quantum Mechanics, and the Value in Studying Philosophy to Understand Psychedelic Experiences https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/19/lenny-gibson-ph-d/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:50:26 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23344 In this episode, Joe and Kyle interview Lenny Gibson, Ph.D.: philosopher, Grof-certified Holotropic Breathwork® facilitator, 20-year professor of transpersonal psychology at Burlington College, and the reason Joe and Kyle met many years ago. He talks about his early LSD experiences and how his interest in the philosophy of Plato and Alfred North Whitehead provided a […]

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]]> Rethinking Drug Education: From D.A.R.E. Scare Tactics to an Evidence-Based Approach https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/16/joey-lichter-ph-d/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 01:31:09 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23238 In this episode, Joe interviews Joey Lichter, Ph.D.: professor in the Chemistry & Biochemistry department at Miami’s Florida International University, and one of the few professors in the U.S. teaching a course about psychedelics at the collegiate level. He talks about his path towards the course, the challenge of creating a curriculum that covers everything […]

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]]> Tracking Legal Psychedelics in the U.S. and Worldwide https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/16/tracking-legal-psychedelics-in-the-u-s-and-worldwide/ Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:05:57 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23249 Legal psychedelics frameworks in the U.S. and abroad are rapidly shifting thanks to growing recognition of their transformative benefits. Where are psychedelics legal currently, and what can we expect around legal reform in the near future? As of April 2024, dozens of U.S. cities have deprioritized criminal law enforcement for possessing psychedelics, while two states […]

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]]> Updates from MAPS: Current Initiatives, Psychedelic Science 2025, and Music as a Bridge https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/12/devon-phillips/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 16:31:02 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23186 In this episode, Joe interviews Devon Phillips: Community & Partnerships officer for the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). Phillips works on strategies to tackle the questions: How do we responsibly mainstream psychedelics? And how do we get culture engaged? He’s focusing on being the bridge to psychedelics outside of research, facilitating workshops and psychedelic […]

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]]> Navigating Psychedelics for Clinicians and Wellness Practitioners: LIVE https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/11/navigating-psychedelics-for-clinicians-and-wellness-practitioners-live/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 01:27:28 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23193 Join us for our upcoming course, Navigating Psychedelics, designed specifically for clinicians and wellness practitioners. This live course will provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to safely and effectively integrate psychedelics into your practice. With a focus on current research and best practices, our expert instructors will guide you through the complex landscape […]

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]]> What is Holding Space: Guiding Psychedelic Journeys and Creating Ideal Set and Setting https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/11/what-is-holding-space-guiding-psychedelic-journeys-and-creating-ideal-set-and-setting/ Thu, 11 Apr 2024 18:02:23 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23157 Much like the psychedelic experience itself, the idea of ‘spaceholding’ or ‘holding space’ can strike some as a nebulous concept. The term is largely synonymous with psychedelic facilitation or ceremony leading. When executed poorly, or not considered at all, the consequences can be severe for the recipient. Why Holding Space Matters When the psychedelic kicks […]

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]]> Preserving Psychedelic Legacies: Shulgin Farm and the Shulgin Archive Project https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/09/keeper-trout/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 17:58:17 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23117 In this episode, Joe interviews Keeper Trout: archivist, author, photographer, co-founder of the Cactus Conservation Institute, and creator of Trout’s Notes, a website compiling personal research and collected data to help ethnobotanical researchers. From an interest in cactus taxonomy, Sasha Shulgin urged Trout to go through his files, resulting in a friendship, and eventually, an […]

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]]> Women and Psychedelics, Microdosing, and the Challenges of Psychedelic Parenthood https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/05/women-and-psychedelics-microdosing-and-the-challenges-of-psychedelic-parenthood/ Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:54:30 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23078 In this episode, Alexa interviews April Pride: creative entrepreneur, veteran of the cannabis space, and now, founder of SetSet, an educational platform and podcast (picking up where The High Guide left off) for women curious about psychedelics. With Alexa about to embark on the journey of motherhood, she asks many of the questions parents working […]

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]]> Is Cannabis a Psychedelic? https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/04/is-cannabis-a-psychedelic/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:24:53 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23046 While psychoactive substances like psilocybin and MDMA have taken the spotlight as frontrunners in psychedelic-assisted therapy, the growing impact of cannabis in combating treatment-resistant trauma is becoming undeniable. Despite Western science largely overlooking the psychedelic potential of cannabis, recent insights from a literature review in the Journal of Psychopharmacology suggest that high doses of THC […]

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]]> Shulgin Farm and the Future of Psychedelic Drug Development https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/04/02/pt500-paul-f-daley-ph-d/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 17:07:50 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=23009 In this episode, Joe interviews Paul F. Daley, Ph.D., who worked with Sasha Shulgin in his lab for the last seven years of his life, helping him finish (and co-authoring) The Shulgin Index, Volume One: Psychedelic Phenethylamines and Related Compounds. He is now the co-founder, Chief Science Officer, and Director of Analytical Science at the […]

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]]> PT499 – Mesoamerican Psychedelics, Decolonization, and the Concept of an Ontological Turn https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/29/pt499-osiris-gonzalez-romero/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 17:54:12 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22991 In this episode, David interviews Osiris González Romero: philosopher and Postdoctoral researcher on cognitive freedom and psychedelic humanities at the University of Saskatchewan. Romero believes that our weakest point of research is our knowledge of Indigenous languages, and is focused on highlighting different cultural uses of psychedelics to better inform future drug policy. He’s currently […]

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]]> The Practitioner’s Guide to Psychedelic Integration Therapy https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/27/the-practitioners-guide-to-psychedelic-integration-therapy/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:08:06 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22946 Psychedelics on their own can’t save people from chronic depression. Therapists alone can’t do it either. However, entheogens can spark the journey toward wholeness, and skilled psychedelic integration therapy can illuminate the path forward. How is this made possible? The key is to align modern clinical interventions with the transformative experiences psychedelic substances elicit. And […]

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]]> PT498 – Traversing the Psychedelic Landscape: From Esalen and Millbrook to the Future of Shulgin Farm https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/26/pt499-maria-mangini-ph-d-fnp/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:59:37 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22902 In this episode, Joe interviews Maria Mangini, Ph.D., FNP: researcher, educator, and midwife who has worked closely with many psychedelic innovators and was part of the original social network at Shulgin Farm – where this episode was recorded. She traces her journey from the influence of pioneers like the Wassons, Shulgins, and Grofs, and historic […]

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]]> PT497 – Reflections from Shulgin Farm: Psychedelics, Legacy, and the Spirit of Discovery https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/22/pt497-wendy-tucker/ Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:31:44 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22745 In this episode, released on Ann Shulgin’s birthday, Joe interviews Wendy Tucker: daughter of Ann and stepdaughter to Alexander “Sasha” Shulgin. Recorded in Sasha’s old office, she recounts her formative years, giving an insider’s look into her Mother’s openness about psychedelics, working with Sasha in the lab, how the Shulgins made a perfect team, and […]

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]]> PT496 – Maintenance Doses and Recurring Revenue: The Ethics of At-Home Ketamine Therapy https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/19/pt496-juan-pablo-cappello/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:40:45 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22871 In this episode, Joe interviews Juan Pablo Cappello: co-founder and former CEO of Nue Life Health, whose assets were subsequently acquired by Beckley Waves. Cappello digs into his recent article which has been making waves across the psychedelic community: “Profit Over Patients? A Critical Look at At-Home Ketamine Therapy.” He created Nue Life with the […]

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]]> How Long Does A Microdose Last? https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/15/how-long-does-a-microdose-last/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:30:37 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22777 The microdosing movement is flourishing, fueled by global citizen scientists reporting transformative wellness benefits. Yet, the practice is still an experiment. Most people have no idea what a microdosing protocol entails, what the experience feels like, or how long a microdose lasts. They are simply curious to know if low-dose psychedelics could be a game-changer […]

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]]> PT495 – Self-Love, Narrative Therapy, and Post-Traumatic Growth https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/15/pt495-dr-1drea-pennington-wasio/ Fri, 15 Mar 2024 16:39:24 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22738 In this episode, David interviews Dr. 1Drea Pennington Wasio: integrative physician, psychedelic-assisted therapy facilitator and psilocybin retreat leader, international speaker, podcaster, and author of several books, including Sacred Medicine: Exploring The Psychedelic Hero’s Journey. She discusses her personal metamorphosis and name change inspired by a powerful ayahuasca experience, and how that moved her into a […]

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]]> PT494 – Soul Retrieval, Moments of Awakening, and Uncovering the Language of Spirit https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/12/pt494-itzhak-beery/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 17:15:48 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22712 In this episode, David interviews Itzhak Beery: author, shamanic teacher, speaker, trip leader, and founder of ShamanPortal.org, an online community and resource for people who want to learn, practice, and teach shamanic traditions. Beery shares his transformational journey, starting from his upbringing on a kibbutz in Israel, to his disillusioned advertising days in Manhattan, to […]

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]]> Working in Psychedelics: A Virtual Summit, Presented by DoubleBlind https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/11/working-in-psychedelics-a-virtual-summit-presented-by-doubleblind/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 23:17:41 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22705 As the psychedelic movement grows, more and more people are asking themselves: How can I get involved? What opportunities exist to work in psychedelics? There’s also a growing number of people who work in psychedelics already and are asking themselves: How can I reach more people with my services? What are the risks of expanding what I […]

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]]> The Therapist’s Guide to Working With Psychedelics https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/08/the-therapists-guide-to-working-with-psychedelics/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 23:09:36 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22618 As interest in psychedelic therapy continues to grow, many therapists and wellness practitioners are looking to incorporate these powerful substances into their work. However, working with psychedelics in a practice is a unique and complex field that requires specific knowledge, skills, and experience. Approaching psychedelic work without careful preparation could result in unfavorable and even […]

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]]> PT493 – Sacred Sites, Ayahuasca, and Connecting With the Rhythms of the Earth https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/08/pt493-laura-reeves/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 17:19:42 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22568 In this episode, Johanna interviews Laura Reeves: Glastonbury-based facilitator and medicine woman trained in craniosacral therapy, somatic experiencing, breathwork, and more, who holds retreats at sacred sites in the U.K. and Peruvian Amazon. She tells of her journey from serendipitously booking a trip to Ecuador just as she first heard about ayahuasca, to the early […]

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]]> Psychedelic Cannabis + Transpersonal Breathwork Retreat at Holistic TherapeutiX Center, CA https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/05/psychedelic-cannabis-transpersonal-breathwork-retreat-at-holistic-therapeutix-center-ca-october/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 23:07:16 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22604 Psychedelics Today is excited to team up with Holistic TherapeutiX to present our Psychedelic Cannabis + Transpersonal Breathwork Retreats happening from Oct. 20 to 25, 2024, at the Holistic TherapeutiX Center in Agoura Hills, CA. This retreat is all about exploring deep into the self, connecting with plant medicine, and bonding with like-minded individuals. What […]

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]]> Psychedelic Cannabis + Transpersonal Breathwork Retreat at Holistic TherapeutiX Center, CA https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/05/psychedelic-cannabis-transpersonal-breathwork-retreat-at-holistic-therapeutix-center-ca-april/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:56:45 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22595 Psychedelics Today is excited to team up with Holistic TherapeutiX to present our Psychedelic Cannabis + Transpersonal Breathwork Retreat, happening from April 28 to May 3, 2024 at the Holistic TherapeutiX Center in Agoura Hills, CA. This retreat is all about exploring deep into the self, connecting with plant medicine, and bonding with like-minded individuals. […]

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]]> Transpersonal Breathwork Retreat at River Mountain Retreat Center, PA https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/05/transpersonal-breathwork-retreat-at-river-mountain-retreat-center-pa/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:46:54 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22583 Psychedelics Today is excited to share with you the details of the Transpersonal Breathwork Retreat happening from July 9-14, 2024, at the River Mountain Retreat Center in Everett, PA.  This retreat is an opportunity for self-discovery, transformation, and forming deep connections with like-minded individuals. Here’s what you can expect: Your retreat package includes: Please note […]

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]]> PT492 – Alien Abductions and Parallel Realities: How Do You Validate the Radically Ineffable? https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/05/pt492-elizabeth-anglin/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:20:38 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22557 In this episode, Joe and guest co-host Erica Rex interview Elizabeth Anglin: spirit medium, animal communicator, intuitive healer, alien abductee, and author of Experience: Memoirs of an Abducted Childhood. She talks about her early abduction experiences, the time when she and her father realized they were both being abducted at the same time (from different […]

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]]> PT491 – Drug Development, The State of Biotech, and Exploring Non-Hallucinogenic Compounds https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/03/01/pt491-dr-sam-banister/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:56:50 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22487 In this episode, Christopher Koddermann interviews Dr. Sam Banister: co-founder and chief scientific officer of Psylo, an Australian biotech company developing next-generation psychedelics. Banister discusses how he got involved in drug development, how Psylo came about, and the hallucinogenic and non-hallucinogenic 5-HT2A agonists Psylo is working on. He talks about the compromise between immediate need […]

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]]> Psychedelic Integration: How to Weave Your Experiences Into Daily Life https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/28/psychedelic-integration-for-daily-life/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:27:30 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22515 So, you’ve had a psychedelic experience. And somewhere within the sensory avalanche, the perplexing interior narrative, and avoiding looking at your own face in the bathroom mirror, you (gasp!) may have actually learned something. But what comes next? How can you ensure to take the insights you gathered and apply them to your life? Enter […]

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]]> PT490 – Plasticity, the Role of Set and Setting, and the Influence of Psychedelics https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/27/pt490-dr-robin-carhart-harris/ Tue, 27 Feb 2024 17:49:08 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22476 In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris: founder and head of the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London, founding director of the Neuroscape Psychedelics Division at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and founder of the Carhart-Harris Lab. A legendary researcher, he talks about his psychedelic origins: studying Freud, Jung, and eventually […]

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]]> PT489 – Psychedelics, Art Therapy, and the Creative Process https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/23/pt489-alyssa-gursky-lpc/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:57:49 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22460 In this episode, Joe interviews Alyssa Gursky, LPC: artist, research associate and study therapist at the Social Neuroscience and Psychotherapy (SNaP) lab, and founder of Psychedelic Art Therapy LLC, which pioneers ketamine-assisted art therapy. She talks about her first mushroom experience and how her art and creative process instantly felt different – how the judgment […]

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]]> PT488 – The Cost of War: Veterans’ Mental Health and Government Responsibility https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/20/pt488-matthew-whiz-buckley/ Tue, 20 Feb 2024 18:37:53 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22431 In this episode, Joe interviews Matthew ‘Whiz’ Buckley: former decorated US Navy F/A-18 Hornet fighter pilot and now, founder and CEO of No Fallen Heroes Foundation, a non-profit focused on healing veterans and first responders with psychedelic-assisted therapy. Buckley met Joe in D.C. while they were both campaigning for psychedelic therapy to any lawmaker they […]

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]]> PT487 – Interoception, Healing Through Connection, and Learning to Trust Our Bodies https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/16/pt487-saga-briggs/ Fri, 16 Feb 2024 17:51:18 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22390 In this episode, David interviews Saga Briggs: freelance journalist and author of How to Change Your Body: The Science of Interoception and Healing Through Connection to Yourself and Others. A collection of interviews, peer-reviewed research, and personal story; the book dives deep into the mind-body connection, how to become more embodied, and our need for […]

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]]> Opinion: How Ayahuasca Could Change You https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/15/opinion-how-ayahuasca-could-change-you/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 20:28:07 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22377 With ayahuasca being cast into the spotlight, curious minds from all over the world are heading to Central and South America to experience it for themselves.  And while tales of profound healing are common, there exists a shadowy underbelly within the realm of such experiences – from the onset of psychotic episodes to acts of […]

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]]> PT486 – 5-MeO-DMT, Somatic Release, and Creating Context for Spirituality https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/13/pt486-steve-rio/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 17:18:51 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22357 In this episode, Joe interviews Steve Rio: psychedelic guide, performance and transformation coach, musician, and co-founder of Enfold, a retreat center in BC, Canada. While Enfold caters each experience to each client, they largely work with 5-MeO-DMT (which is unregulated in Canada); partly because of its power, and partly because Rio realized how much was […]

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]]> PT485 – Meeting People Where They Are: Why the Underground Will Always Thrive https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/09/pt485-ayize-jama-everett/ Fri, 09 Feb 2024 18:35:27 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22237 In this episode, Joe interviews Ayize Jama-Everett: author, educator, filmmaker, and therapist with a long history of work in substance use and mental health services. When Jama-Everett was last on the show, “A Table of Our Own” – a film focusing on healing, psychedelics, and bonds within the Black community – was still in its […]

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]]> Sacred Mycology Summit: A Three Day Online Educational Gathering https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/07/sacred-mycology-summit-a-three-day-online-educational-gathering/ Thu, 08 Feb 2024 03:09:01 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22324 Mushroom enthusiasts and cosmic explorers, get ready to embark on a fungtastic adventure through mycology, psychedelics, and permaculture, with the first-ever Sacred Mycology Summit, a free online gathering happening February 23–25, 2024! Hosted by Fungi Academy, the Sacred Mycology Summit aims to inspire and educate fungi lovers all over the world. Together with 20+ thought […]

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]]> PT484 – Seeing Through the Smoke: The Importance of Telling the Truth About Cannabis https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/06/pt484-dr-peter-grinspoon/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 18:25:33 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22302 In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Peter Grinspoon: primary care physician and cannabis specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital, TedX speaker, certified physician life coach, and author of the new book, Seeing Through the Smoke: A Cannabis Expert Untangles the Truth about Marijuana. He tells his story of growing up in a house where academics like […]

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]]> PT483 – Traumatic Brain Injuries, the Gut Microbiome, and the Potential of Psychedelics as Anti-Inflammatory Agents https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/02/02/pt483-dr-kate-pate/ Fri, 02 Feb 2024 18:53:35 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22277 In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Kate Pate: Ph.D. neurophysiologist; Founder and CEO of Coruna Medical; founding board member of the Psychedelic Medicine Association; and Founder of The Way Back, a company that will provide education and coaching services related to military, veteran, and first responder health – often in wilderness settings. She talks about […]

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]]> Caught in the Act: A Chemist’s Battle Against Felony Drug Charges https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/31/caught-in-the-act-a-chemists-battle-against-felony-drug-charges/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:27:04 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22255 It was a cold, late afternoon in early January of 2022. I left my apartment as I had done countless times before. My destination was a church’s analytical lab, where I was involved in an ongoing psilocybin experiment. Upon arriving at the warehouse, I parked my car in the familiar spot and headed into the […]

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]]> PT482 – Behind the Scenes: A Conversation on Psychedelic Business, Media, and Education https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/30/pt482-paul-f-austin/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:12:51 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22221 In this episode, Joe speaks with Paul F. Austin: Founder & CEO of Third Wave, Founder of Psychedelic Coaching Institute, and host of Third Wave’s The Psychedelic Podcast. Recorded in-person at this year’s reMind conference, this episode – a shared release with Third Wave – is a rare glimpse into the inner workings of both […]

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]]> PT481 – Kanna: The History, Science, and Potential of an Emerging Legal Alternative https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/26/pt481-ryan-latreille/ Fri, 26 Jan 2024 17:44:11 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22203 In this episode, Joe interviews Ryan Latreille: Founder of Hearthstone Collective, which sells functional mushrooms and low-dose kanna designed for microdosing; and Kanna Extract Co., which is focused on offering high-potency kanna extracts more for ceremonial and recreational use. He talks about how he found his way to kanna; his first psychedelic experience (kanna mixed […]

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]]> PT480 – Psychedelics and Consent: Power Dynamics, Boundaries, and the Concept of ‘Safe Enough’ https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/23/pt480-emma-knighton/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:43:57 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22180 In this episode, Kyle interviews Emma Knighton: Somatic trauma therapist, Vital instructor, and psychedelic integration therapist focusing on consciousness exploration, complex PTSD from childhood abuse, and queer identity development. This episode is a bit of a masterclass on consent and boundaries within the client/practitioner relationship. She discusses power dynamics: how conflicts arise due to the […]

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]]> PT479 – Psilocybin in the Midwest and the Need for Potency Testing https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/19/pt479-erik-vaughan/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:04:20 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22166 In this episode, Joe interviews Erik Vaughan: Co-Founder and Manager of Epiphany Mushroom, a mushroom and mental health company based in Akron, Ohio. Epiphany mushrooms will initially be selling Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps, and they plan to expand into more functional mushrooms while also pursuing a license to operate healing centers in Colorado. Vaughan […]

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]]> PT478 – Holotropic Breathwork as a Stepping Stone, Complementary Therapy, and Teacher https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/16/pt478-christine-calvert-lcdc/ Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:56:22 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22144 In this episode, Joe interviews Christine Calvert: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and certified Holotropic Breathwork® facilitator. She talks about how addiction led her to breathwork, how breathwork has helped her over the years, how breathwork can be a compliment to other self-work, and how becoming comfortable with breathwork first could be a very important stepping […]

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]]> PT477 – Oregon Measure 109: The Possibilities of Service Centers & What Businesses Should Consider https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/12/pt477-kaci-hohmann-dave-kopilak/ Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:08:58 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22104 In this episode, recorded in-person at the recent reMind conference, Joe interviews Kaci Hohmann and Dave Kopilak: business attorneys at Emerge Law Group and co-chairs of Emerge’s psychedelics practice group. Hohmann also serves as Chair of the Oregon State Bar’s Cannabis and Psychedelics Law Section. They were both drafters of Oregon Measure 109 (with Kopilak […]

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]]> PT476 – Reinventing Organizations, Lessons From Burning Man, and Batman & The Joker https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/09/pt476-mike-margolies/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 17:29:27 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22074 In this episode, Joe interviews Mike Margolies: community catalyst; conversation creator; Founder of Psychedelic Seminars; and Co-Founder and Co-Steward of the Global Psychedelic Society. The Global Psychedelic Society was created for all of the different psychedelic societies that have sprung up over the world to connect, share resources and information with each other, and be […]

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]]> PT475 – End-of-Life Care and Psychedelics: The Role of a Death Doula https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/05/pt475-christine-caldwell-mary-telliano/ Fri, 05 Jan 2024 18:02:50 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22050 In this episode of Vital Psychedelic Conversations, David interviews Christine Caldwell: graduate of the first cohort of Vital and Founder of End of Life Psychedelic Care (EOLPC); and Mary Telliano: end-of-life coach, psychedelic facilitator, and Founder of The Anam Cara Academy, which trains people in the art of end-of-life coaching. Whether we’re comfortable with it […]

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]]> Exploring Conscious Creativity: Developing Authenticity in the Digital Age with Daníel Colón https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/03/exploring-conscious-creativity-developing-authenticity-in-the-digital-age-with-daniel-colon/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:11:32 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=22015 Join Daníel Colón, a multidisciplinary artist, spiritual coach, Vital 2024 student, and creator of the viral platform, Color We Crazy, in this engaging online session for creative expansion. This workshop is designed to inspire and empower content creators, artists, and anyone looking to express themselves authentically in the digital world. We’ll explore the journey from […]

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]]> Gender Challenges in Psychedelic Retreats and Clinical Settings https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/03/gender-challenges-in-psychedelic-retreats-and-clinical-settings/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:39:31 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21992 Do women respond differently to psychedelics than men? And, if so, how are their needs different when approaching these powerful substances? While crucial research is still limited to help us understand how and why the psychedelic experience might vary vastly among genders, the rise of female-only retreats, clinical settings, and thoughtfully designed psychedelic products and […]

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]]> Developing Cultural Awareness in Business & Practice https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/03/developing-cultural-awareness-in-business-practice/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:11:43 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21978 Join us for an in-person gathering at The Loft SF in Potrero Hill, San Francisco on January 25, featuring Psychedelics Today CO-Founder/CEO Joe Moore, Keyaira Lock, Mary Sanders, LCSW, and Dr. Ido Cohen. Keyaira Lock, Founder of Spice & Sage and the Director of Entrepreneurship at Northwestern’s Garage SF, will delve into strategies for fostering inclusivity within the psychedelic […]

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]]> PT474 – The Origin of Psychedelics Today and the Growth of Vital https://psychedelicstoday.com/2024/01/02/pt474-joe-moore-kyle-buller/ Tue, 02 Jan 2024 18:19:34 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21930 In this episode, we toast to the beginning of an exciting and hopefully groundbreaking 2024 by switching things up a bit. Christopher Koddermann, Co-Founder and Chair of Board of the International Therapeutic Psilocybin Rescheduling Initiative (ITPRI) will be conducting some interviews for PT, and in this episode, he does his first – with our Co-Founders, […]

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]]> PT473 – Microdosing for Healing: The Importance of Journaling and Group Process https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/29/pt473-kayse-gehret/ Fri, 29 Dec 2023 19:46:12 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21910 In this episode, Kyle interviews Kayse Gehret, the Founder of Microdosing for Healing, an international virtual community and coaching program supporting microdosing practice. She tells the story of embracing microdosing and her grand mal seizure disorder going away, and how the inability to touch people during the pandemic led to the creation of Microdosing for […]

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]]> Ayahuasca Chronicles: Exploring Amazonian Traditions and Nature Connectedness with Paloma David and Sam Gandy https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/26/ayahuasca-chronicles-exploring-amazonian-traditions-and-nature-connectedness-with-paloma-david-and-sam-gandy/ Tue, 26 Dec 2023 19:58:18 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21900 Join us to learn about the fascinating history of ayahuasca, from its historical roots in the Amazon to its contemporary global presence. We’ll explore its cultural and spiritual significance and how it fosters a deeper connection between humanity, nature, and consciousness. Learn about the importance of nature-relatedness in psychedelic experiences and how ayahuasca offers a […]

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]]> PT472 – Psychedelics and Comedy: Finding the Humor in Personal Growth https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/26/pt472-mike-finoia/ Tue, 26 Dec 2023 18:04:52 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21876 In this episode, Joe interviews Mike Finoia: standup comedian, Producer for the hit show, “Impractical Jokers,” and co-host of the Comes a Time Podcast with Dead & Company bassist, Oteil Burbridge. His new Special, “Don’t Let Me Down,” is out now. He talks about his early days of recreational drug use at jam band shows; […]

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]]> PT471 – The Evolution of LSD Psychotherapy, the Power of Breathwork, and Why We Should be Taking Archetypal Astrology More Seriously https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/22/pt471-stanislav-brigitte-grof/ Fri, 22 Dec 2023 18:37:36 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21851 In this episode, Joe and Kyle are honored to welcome back Stanislav and Brigitte Grof: Stan being the person who kickstarted their interest in non-ordinary states of consciousness, breathwork, and this podcast; and Brigitte: his other half, co-creator of Grof® Legacy Training, and support system (and often, voice) since his stroke a few years back. […]

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]]> PT470 – Wounded Healers and the Power of Community in the Veteran Space https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/19/pt470-angie-leek-lmft-lpc-s-sep-justin-lapree/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:11:56 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21817 In this episode of Vital Psychedelic Conversations, Johanna interviews Angie Leek, LMFT/LPC-S, SEP: Vital instructor, Founder of the Holos Foundation for Transpersonal Healing, and psychotherapist offering KAP through her private practice, Holos Counseling; and Justin LaPree: Vital graduate, decorated Marine, former firefighter, and Founder and President of Heroic Path to Light; a retreat center in […]

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]]> Psychedelic Parenthood: Why Are We Leaving Children and Adolescents Out of the Psychedelic Renaissance? https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/18/psychedelic-parenthood-why-are-we-leaving-children-and-adolescents-out-of-the-psychedelic-renaissance/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:53:40 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21807 As the psychedelic movement gains momentum, its impact on individuals extends beyond personal exploration. Thousands of parents and caregivers are now weaving these experiences into their lives, seeking support for challenges like imposter syndrome and maternal guilt. While traditional cultures have long incorporated psychedelics within community life, including pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding, the Western psychedelic […]

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]]> PT469 – Drug Policy in 2023: The FDA’s Guidance for Clinical Trials, The Natural Medicine Act, and SB-303 https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/15/pt469-mason-marks-md-jd/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:22:11 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21778 In this episode, Joe interviews Mason Marks, MD, JD: drug policy analyst, writer, Professor at the Florida State University College of Law, and senior fellow and project lead of the Project on Psychedelics Law and Regulation (POPLAR) at the Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology, and Bioethics. As somewhat of an expert on drug […]

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]]> PT468 – Personalized Medicine, Biohacking, and Reconnecting to the Source https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/12/pt468-flor-bollini/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:08:11 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21753 In this episode, Joe interviews Flor Bollini. Named “The Corporate Shaman” by Forbes Magazine, she is an entrepreneur, medicine woman, and the Founder and CEO of NANA Health. NANA Health is a platform that provides best practices, educational content, and peer to peer support around a framework that is fully personalized, using what they call […]

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]]> PT467 – The Role of Religion, Psychedelic Chaplaincy, and Spiritual Care https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/08/pt467-daan-keiman-ma-rabbi-aura-ahuvia-josh-harper/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:24:53 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21716 In this episode of Vital Psychedelic Conversations, Johanna interviews Daan Keiman, MA: Buddhist, Psychedelic Chaplain, and Co-Founder of the psychedelic think-and-practice tank, Communitas Collective Foundation; Aura Ahuvia: Rabbi who served five years as President of the ALEPH (Alliance for Jewish Renewal) Board and is now the Founder of Psychedelic Rabbi; and Josh Harper: Consciousness Medicine […]

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]]> PT466 – The Philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead: Understanding Reality and the Psychedelic Experience https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/05/pt466-john-h-buchanan-ph-d/ Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:07:26 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21684 In this episode, Kyle interviews John H. Buchanan, Ph.D.: certified Holotropic Breathwork practitioner; contributing co-editor for Rethinking Consciousness: Extraordinary Challenges for Contemporary Science; and author of the new book, Processing Reality: Finding Meaning in Death, Psychedelics, and Sobriety. Recorded shortly after a week-long philosophy and breathwork conference which they both attended, they mostly dig into […]

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]]> PT465 – Beta-carbolines, Haoma, and Syrian Rue: Rediscovering Ancestral Knowledge https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/12/01/pt465-shauheen-etminan-ph-d-jonathan-lu/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:14:11 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21589 In this episode, David interviews Shauheen Etminan, Ph.D. and Jonathan Lu: Co-Founders of Magi Ancestral Supplements. Through studying ancient Zoroastrian writings and 2,000 year-old Chinese texts in search of compounds and formulations forgotten by history, Etminan and Lu co-founded drug discovery company VCENNA in 2019 to use extraction technology to isolate these compounds. This led […]

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]]> From Stress Relief to Better Sleep: How Wearables Can Improve Psychedelic Outcomes https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/11/29/from-stress-relief-to-better-sleep-how-wearables-can-improve-psychedelic-outcomes/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:57:02 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21531 Though psychedelics have been used for thousands of years, modern technology is beginning to teach us more – much more – about their effects on our minds and bodies. We caught up with Apollo Neuro co-founder and neuroscientist and board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. David Rabin, to learn more about how people are using wearables to gather […]

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]]> Navigating Psychedelic Spiritual Emergencies https://psychedelicstoday.com/2023/11/29/navigating-psychedelic-spiritual-emergencies/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 22:33:08 +0000 https://psychedelicstoday.com/?p=21642 What happens when you or someone close to you discovers a new or latent spiritual awareness as part of a psychedelic experience? Emergence is not always an emergency – but it helps to be prepared. Join Joe Moore and Kyle Buller for reflections and practical insights around this complicated topic.

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