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Integration is not optional. With tens of thousands of people desperate to find relief from traumatic events many refuse to wait when they have tools at their disposal that can help them live better lives, NOW. As more doctors become patients from burnout, we are finding psychedelic informed coaching a professional option for many healthcare and wellness workers who want a contribution based profession that doesn’t require so much personal sacrifice. Many are leaving the traditional health c ...
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Jennifer Espenscheid — Art as a Practice, Psychedelics as a Teacher
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1:14:01Artist, builder, and podcast host Jennifer Espenscheid joins Joe Moore for a rich conversation on creativity, process, and the spiritual dimensions of making art. Drawing from her South Dakota roots and large-scale works like Luciferia, Jennifer reflects on the blend of grit, intuition, and trust that guides her artistic life. She discusses how psy…
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Brad Adams — LAMPS (Los Angeles Psychedelic Society) joins Kyle to trace his path from PhD researcher to community builder. Brad shares how early work in AIDS, Alzheimer's, gerontology, and cancer research primed him to notice Harbor-UCLA's psilocybin pilot for stage-4 cancer patients with death anxiety—where the strongest mystical experiences corr…
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PT 633 - Dreamshadow - Life and Breath
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1:21:31In this episode, Kyle and Joe sit down with filmmaker Mustapha Khan and Dreamshadow's Elizabeth & Lenny Gibson to explore Life and Breath—a new documentary immersing viewers in the experience and community of Holotropic Breathwork. We talk about why Mustapha was drawn to Dreamshadow, the film's cinéma vérité approach that places you "in the room," …
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PT 632 - Megan Portnoy MS - Ontological Design, Psychedelic Spaces, and Integrating Rigor
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1:33:23In this episode, Joe Moore talks with Megan Portnoy, a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at Antioch University New England, about how ontological design can reshape the environments used in psychedelic-assisted therapy. Megan explains how physical space is not just a backdrop but an active participant in the therapeutic process, influencing…
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PT 631 - Kyle Buller and Joe Moore - Breathwork, Community, Bodywork and more!
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1:04:44Joe and Kyle open with reflections from their first r/psychonaut AMA, then pivot to why they're building Navigators—our off-social community with book/film clubs, early ad-free episodes, mentorship, and an expanding education library. The core discussion explores touch and bodywork in breathwork and psychedelic contexts: why defaulting to "no touch…
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Interviewers: Joe Moore & Anne Philippi Guests: TK Wonder & Cipriana Quann (The Quann Sisters) Recorded: June 18 during MAPS PS 2025 Content note: This episode discusses childhood sexual, physical, and emotional abuse, suicidal ideation, disordered eating, and recovery. Identical twins, writers, and culture-shapers TK Wonder and Cipriana Quann join…
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PT 629 - Ivar Goksøyr - MDMA Therapy for Therapists
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1:05:07In this candid, practice-focused conversation, Joe is joined by Norwegian psychologist and researcher Ivar Goksøyr to explore how therapists' own healing journeys can measurably improve client outcomes—and why MDMA-assisted experiences, used thoughtfully, may be a uniquely powerful catalyst for professional development. Ivar shares lessons from Nor…
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PT 628 - Kyle Buller and Joe Moore - Breathwork, Community, Creativity, and Fresh Psychedelic Research
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1:00:52Joe and Kyle debrief a hometown Dreamshadow Transpersonal Breathwork weekend in Breckenridge, then sketch the next chapter for Psychedelics Today: a community-centric model (Navigators) that bundles education, live streams, book and film clubs, and small-group access. They kick around the big "creativity + psychedelics" question, contrast subjectiv…
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PT 627 - Mary Carreon — Censorship, Psychedelic Media & Policy Crosscurrents
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1:11:31Episode summary Joe and Mary dive into how platform censorship and shifting algorithms have reshaped psychedelic media, why DoubleBlind moved to a "newsletter-first" model, and what that's revealed about true audience engagement. They reflect on the post-2024 MDMA decision headwinds, state-level policy moves (wins and losses), and how funding, poli…
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PT 626 - Kyle & Joe Catch-Up: Vital Cohort 4, Breathwork, Community & a Psychedelic News Roundup
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1:08:12Joe and Kyle celebrate Vital Cohort 4 and reflect on why Vital is more than a 12-month psychedelic-informed training—it's a living community (alumni webinars, discussion groups, cross-cohort meetups). Many grads aren't rushing to facilitate; they're choosing integration, harm reduction, education, and local community building. Next cohort dates are…
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PT 625 Greg Shanken — Collaborence, Community Access & Ethical Growth in Psychedelics
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1:09:09Joe Moore sits down with Greg Shanken (Colorado Psychedelic Society, Collaborence Psychedelic Business Association; founder, Higher Frequency Network) for a wide-ranging conversation about building community infrastructure, navigating censorship, and creating accessible, ethical pathways into psychedelic healing. Greg shares his personal arc from l…
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PT 624 - Dr. Cat Meyer - Sex, Love, Psychedelics
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1:18:42In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with Dr. Cat Meyer, licensed psychotherapist, sex therapist, and host of Sex, Love, Psychedelics. Together, they explore the deep intersections of sexuality, trauma healing, psychedelics, and the role of play in human connection. Dr. Meyer shares her journey from growing up in rural Missour…
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PT 623 - Dee Dee Goldpaugh - Embracing Pleasure
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1:17:13Joe Moore interviews Dee Dee Goldpaugh, LCSW about their new book Embrace Pleasure: How Psychedelics Can Heal Our Sexuality. The discussion covers the book's reception, critiques of over-medicalization, personal healing experiences, definitions of erotic energy and pleasure, historical repression of substances, and contemporary ethical concerns. Ke…
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PT 622 - Matt Xavier - The Psychedelic DJ
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1:05:14From the Rave Scene to Psychedelic Therapy In this episode, Kyle Buller speaks with Matt Xavier, DJ, therapist, and author. The conversation took place live at Psychedelic Science. Matt recalls his early years in the rave culture of 1990s New York. He ran record labels, hosted psychedelic trance events, and lived through the intensity of that scene…
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PT 621 - Dr Case Newsom - Zendo Project
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1:17:00In this episode, Joe Moore sits down with Dr. Case Newsom, an emergency room physician in Denver and Medical Director for both Zendo Project and Stadium Medical. They explore how psychedelic harm reduction is merging with event medicine at concerts, festivals, and large-scale gatherings. Dr. Newsom shares his path from osteopathic medical training …
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PT 620 - Kat Murti – Students for Sensible Drug Policy, Meta Censorship, and the Fight for Science
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1:20:00In this episode, Joe Moore is joined by Kat Murti, Executive Director of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP), the largest youth-led network working to end the war on drugs. SSDP organizes at the campus, local, state, federal, and international levels, with more than 100 chapters across the U.S. and sister organizations worldwide. Kat shares he…
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PT 619 - Sphinx Gate with Mareesa Stertz and Tania Abdul
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1:08:30In this episode, Joe Moore is joined by Mareesa Stertz and Tania Abdul, the visionaries behind Sphinx Gate, one of Burning Man 2025's most ambitious and mythic art installations. Inspired by The NeverEnding Story, Sphinx Gate features two towering 34-foot sphinxes and a fully immersive, transformative art experience designed to help participants ga…
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PT 618 - Chad Charles - Integrating 5-MeO-DMT: Therapy, Harm Reduction, and Best Practices
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1:13:50In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with Chad Charles — educator, mentor, and practitioner specializing in 5-MeO-DMT therapy. Chad shares his decade-long journey working with 5-MeO-DMT, emphasizing the importance of: Practitioner training and mentorship Personalized, therapeutic alliances The nuanced understanding of dissocia…
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Ep301 Creating Lasting Transformation with Lauren Gallagher
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47:27Exploring Authenticity and Integration in Psychedelic Coaching with Lauren Gallagher In this episode of the Psychedelic Coach Podcast, Kole interviews Lauren Gallagher, an experienced facilitator and coach with 15 years of experience leading retreats and working in psychedelic spaces. They discuss the importance of intentional intake, integration, …
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PT 617 - Alan Davis - Psychedelic Research and Patient Safety at Ohio State & Exploring Ibogaine's Potential
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1:15:17In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with Alan Davis, Associate Professor at Ohio State University, to explore the evolving landscape of Ibogaine research and its therapeutic potential. Alan offers a deep dive into the Iboga Patient Survey, a groundbreaking initiative collecting real-world data on the safety and efficacy of Ib…
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PT 616 - Karina Bashir on Psychedelics, Islam, and Human Rights
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1:05:33In this engaging episode of the Psychedelics Today podcast, host Joe Moore sits down with Karina Bashir, an attorney working at the intersection of law, business ethics, and psychedelics. Karina, of counsel with Antithesis Law and an active member of the psychedelic community, shares her unique journey from human rights advocacy into the evolving f…
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PT 615 - Kristen Nash and Erica Siegel on Risk Reduction and Psychedelic Safety
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1:21:25In this deeply important episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore is joined by Kristen Nash, MPH, and returning guest Erica Siegel, LCSW, for a nuanced conversation about risk reduction, harm prevention, and ethical education in the psychedelic space. Kristen shares the powerful and heartbreaking story of losing her 21-year-old son after a tragic p…
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PT 614 - Erica Rex: Scientific Integrity, Psychedelic Research, and the Religious Leader Study
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1:19:10In this episode, Joe Moore speaks with award-winning science journalist Erica Rex about her personal experience participating in psychedelic research, her upcoming book Seeing What Is There: My Search for Sanity in the Psychedelic Era, and the complex story behind the recently published Religious Leader Psilocybin Study from Johns Hopkins and NYU. …
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PT 613 - Daniel Pinchbeck - From Cultural Catalyst to Capitalist Co-optation: Reflections on Psychedelic Science, AI, and Idealist Monism
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1:09:02In this expansive episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with author and cultural theorist Daniel Pinchbeck to explore the evolving—and increasingly contested—role of psychedelics in society. From the hopeful spirit of transformation that animated earlier psychedelic movements to the sobering reality of biotech, branding, and political …
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PT 612 - Mattha Busby: Power, Pleasure, and the Psychedelic Movement's Reckoning
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1:16:56In this wide-ranging conversation, journalist Mattha Busby joins Joe Moore to reflect on the shifting tone of the psychedelic movement in the wake of Psychedelic Science 2025. Based in Vancouver, Mattha has written for The Guardian, VICE, Esquire, TIME, and Wired, bringing a uniquely embedded yet critical lens to the space. They discuss the post-co…
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Dylan Beynon: At-Home Ketamine Therapy, Big Pharma Pushback, and the Future of Psychedelic Accessibility In this episode, Joe Moore welcomes Dylan Beynon, CEO and Founder of Mindbloom, one of the largest providers of legal, at-home ketamine therapy in the U.S. Dylan shares the deeply personal story that led him to psychedelic medicine—including the…
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PT 610 - Victoria Litman - The Future of Psychedelic Regulation Is Local
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54:23In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Litman, M.Div., J.D., LL.M., to discuss why the future of psychedelic access in the United States is being shaped not by federal agencies, but by the bold actions of individual states. As a legal scholar and writer focusing on drug policy, Victoria breaks down the significance of the FDA's 2024 rejection o…
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Joe Moore and Anne Philippi are hosts of the PS25 Morning Show! This one features Dee Dee Goldpaugh, LCSW and Tommaso Barba, PhDC! We talk about all things Sex and Psychedelics!By Psychedelics Today
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EP300 Ibogaine for Veterans: LTC(R) Adam J. Swedenburg’s Journey Through PTSD, Trauma & Healing
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1:13:49🎙️ The Psychedelic Coach Podcast Episode Title: Ibogaine for Veterans: LTC(R) Adam J. Swedenburg’s Journey Through PTSD, Trauma & Healing 🧠 Episode Summary: In this deeply human episode, Tah sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Adam J. Swedenburg (Retired), a decorated U.S. Army veteran who served for over 22 years—including five years in active comba…
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PT 606 - Ibogaine and the Future of Healing: Trevor Millar & Jonathan Dickinson of Ambio Life Sciences
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1:07:41n this episode of Psychedelics Today, kicking of Psychedelic Science 2025 week in Denver, we sit down with Jonathan Dicksinson, Chief Executive Officer, and Trevor Millar, Chief Operations Officer of Ambio Life Sciences – one of the world's leading ibogaine clinics – to explore the potential of ibogaine for addiction, neuroregeneration, and how eth…
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PT 605 - Jeff Breau - Exploring Psychedelic Churches at Harvard Divinity School
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1:39:33In this episode of Psychedelics Today, hosts sit down with Jeff Breau from Harvard Divinity School's Center for the Study of World Religions. Key themes include the intersection of psychedelics and religion, harm reduction practices, and the burgeoning psychedelic church movement. Jeff brings insights from his ethnographic research on psychedelic c…
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PT 604 - Paul Gillis-Smith - Psychedelics, Religion & Lisa Bieberman
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1:30:01In this episode, Joe Moore sits down with Paul Gillis-Smith from The Center for the Study of World Religions to discuss a range of fascinating topics. They begin by discussing the Harvard Divinity School and the CSWR's mission and history. The conversation delves into the work and legacy of Lisa Bieberman, a pivotal figure in the 1960s psychedelic …
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Ep299 Music For Mushrooms with East Forest
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48:59Exploring the Power of Music and Mushrooms with East Forest In this episode, East Forest shares his journey from humble beginnings in the music world to creating transformative experiences through his work with psychedelics. Starting from his personal experiences with mushrooms and music, he describes how his art evolved into a tool for spiritual a…
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PT 603 - Dr Simon Ruffell - Other Ways of Knowing
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1:06:14In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore speaks with Dr. Simon Ruffell, a London-based psychiatrist, researcher, and curandero-in-training in the López Mahua lineage of the Shipibo tradition. Dr. Ruffell shares how his early fascination with psychiatry eventually led to a deep disillusionment with the limitations of conventional treatments—…
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PT 602 - Iboga - Talia Eisenberg, Tom Feal, Dr. Lola "Dr. O" Hoba, Kevin Franciotti
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1:03:15Aspen Psychedelic Symposium 2024 – Hosted by Kevin Franciotti This powerful panel explores the healing potential and complex responsibilities that come with working with Ibogaine, a potent plant-based psychedelic. Moderator Kevin Franciotti guides a heartfelt and informative conversation with Talia Eisenberg, Tom Feegel, and Dr. Lola "Dr. O" Hoba, …
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Ep298 When You Wanna Leave Your Marriage with Rob and Leslye Schiff
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47:36Get Free Access with Coupon Code CONDOR To Their Workshop HERE Ep298 When You Wanna Leave Your Marriage with Rob and Leslie Schiff In this episode of the Psychedelic Coach Podcast, host Kole invites Rob and Leslye Schiff to share their journey from almost ending their marriage to helping other couples navigate their relationships. The Schiffs discu…
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PT 601 - Neuropharmacology: Psychedelics on the Brain - Jim Harris, Rachel Zoeller, DPT, David W. Mcmillan, Ph.D., and Manesh Girn, Ph.D.
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58:29A panel discussion with Jim Harris, Rachel Zoeller, DPT, David W. McMillan, Ph.D., and Manesh Girn, Ph.D. Recorded live at the Aspen Psychedelic Symposium In this riveting and deeply personal conversation, moderator Jim Harris is joined by three pioneers at the intersection of neuroscience, psychedelics, and disability: Dr. Rachel Zoeller (Doctor o…
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PT 600 - Sandor Iron Rope and Zach Leary
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1:00:34In this special panel, Joe Moore of Psychedelics Today is joined by Sandor Iron Rope, Lakota spiritual leader and peyote practitioner, and Zach Leary, writer and advocate for psychedelic culture. Together, they explore the critical importance of respecting the cultural, spiritual, and ecological roots of plant medicines. Sandor shares powerful refl…
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PT 599 - Sarko Diane and Rick - First to Respond
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1:06:04This podcast comes from the Aspen Psychedelic Symposium from last summer. It features Diane Goldstein who is the executive director of Law Enforcement Action Partnership, Sarko Gergerian a police officer from Winthrop, Mass and Rick Doblin from MAPS. This panel was introduced by Zach Leary and was a highlight of our trip to Aspen's conference last …
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PT 598 - Zach Leary - Your Extraordinary Mind
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1:09:48In this episode Kyle Buller and Joe Moore speak to Zach Leary about his new book "Your Extraordinary Mind: Psychedelics in the 21st Century and How to Use Them". Kyle and Joe join Zach in person for this recording. Zach has lots of hard earned wisdom and gracefully shares it with us and with his readers. We discuss MAPS PS25, Psychedelic Churches, …
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PT 597 - LP Giobbi – Dead House, Psychedelic Creativity, and Fem House Empowerment
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51:30In this episode, Joe Moore welcomes LP Giobbi, an internationally famous DJ, electronic music producer, and jazz pianist. LP shares the story behind Dead House, her project blending Grateful Dead samples with house music. What started as a tribute to her parents during pandemic live streams has become a celebrated musical movement. Joe and LP explo…
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PT 596 - Kayse Gehret - The Modern Guide: Microdosing, Facilitation & Community
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1:09:14In this episode, Kyle Buller speaks with Kayse Geheret, founder of Microdosing for Healing and instructor for Psychedelics Today's Vital program. They explore what it means to be a modern guide in the world of psychedelics. Kayse shares how microdosing has become a key entry point for many and highlights the importance of training, community, and p…
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PT 595 - Harry Pack - Psychedelic Surrealism
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1:25:03Joe Moore sits down with UK-based artist Harry Pack, whose vibrant, surreal, and often psychedelic art has captured the attention of dreamers, psychonauts, and seekers worldwide. Known for channeling the aesthetic of altered states rather than simply replicating them, Harry discusses his journey from childhood doodles to being a full-time artist wo…
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PT 594 - Jean-Francois Sobiecki - African Psychoactive Plants & Phytoalchemy
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1:09:19In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with South African ethnobotanist and healer Jean-François Sobiecki to explore the rich and largely underrecognized world of African psychoactive plants. With over two decades of fieldwork and research, Jean-François sheds light on the traditional use of these plants in healing, divination, …
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PT 593 - Vince Kadlubek - Meow Wolf & PORTAL
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1:05:56In this inspiring and far-reaching conversation, Joe Moore is joined by Vince Kadlubek, the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Meow Wolf, the groundbreaking arts and entertainment company known for its massive, immersive art experiences. Together, they dive deep into Meow Wolf's humble DIY origins, its evolution into a multi-city creative jugge…
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PT 592 - Fayzan Rab - Emory University
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1:20:33In this episode, Joe interviews Fayzan Rab, an MD candidate (when we recorded) at Emory University with a background in tech at Google and a focus on the intersection of psychedelics, spirituality, and public health. Fayzan shares Emory's unique approach to psychedelic studies, emphasizing spiritual health and the lived religious and existential as…
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Ep297 Texas Launches the Ibogaine Initiative… But Are We Ready?
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49:06Tah and Kole discuss the Ibogaine initiative in Texas, its implications, and the importance of sustainable and culturally-sensitive approaches to plant medicine. The conversation also delves into systemic issues such as scarcity mindsets, the necessity of addressing trauma at home, and the role of the Condor Approach in facilitating these transform…
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PT 591 - Dr Hannah McLane - SoundMind
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1:16:41In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Kyle Buller is joined by Dr. Hannah McLane, founder of the SoundMind Center and SoundMind Institute. They dive deep into the evolving psychedelic landscape—touching on policy developments in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and beyond. Dr. McLane shares her experience testifying in support of psilocybi…
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