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13 Sep 2024
107 | Iboga vs. 5-MeO-DMT: Navigating the Two Strongest Psychedelics on Earth
00:52:17
In this episode, I am focusing on Iboga and 5-MeO-DMT, two of the most potent substances known to humankind. This episode is to serve as a guide for people who are unsure of which heavy hitting psychedelic to work with. My theory is that while these two medicines are complete polar opposites, together, they offer a whole and complete picture of what this human existence is all about. Both help us answer important questions from different angles.
I provide an in-depth comparison of Iboga and 5-MeO-DMT, discussing:
what the medicine is
origin
ethical considerations
use cases
the experience
duration
energy of the medicine
preparation process
integration considerations
physical effects
who it's best suited for
how to know if you're ready for each one.
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DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
18 Mar 2022
025 | Nessi Gomes on How Ayahuasca & Music Turned Her Demons Into Diamonds
01:03:46
Hello friends! In today's episode we interview the incredibly talented: Nessi Gomes. This episode is sure to inspire you wherever you are at in your personal journey (just like her music). Nessi takes us on a vulnerable and beautiful journey all around self-discovery, Ayahuasca, meeting your voice, music as medicine and so much more!
What we talked about:
Nessi’s spiritual and artistic awakening at Pachamama in Costa Rica
The role that Ayahuasca played in helping Nessi write her debut album
The darkest demons that Nessi navigated within herself, and how she turned them into music
The combination of music and Ayahuasca medicine
How to meet your voice and use it as medicine
The importance of speaking your truth
Rediscovering the meaning of home within the self
How Nessi met her husband and co-created music with him
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
22 Nov 2024
112 | The Hero’s Journey: Psychedelics Can Make Things Worse Before They Get Better
00:41:20
Are you feeling like the work isn’t working? Do you feel worse, rather than better? What if I told you that this is perfectly normal? Join me as we explore the reality that sometimes, before we reap the benefits of our healing journeys, we must confront the discomfort and emotional turbulence that arise.
Using the framework of the Hero’s Journey, we discuss how this process is not just about finding relief but engaging with the deeper wounds that psychedelics illuminate. By understanding that this discomfort is a natural part of the healing process, we can embrace the journey and recognize that facing our inner challenges is a sign of progress. Whether you're navigating your own healing or supporting others, this episode aims to validate your experience and encourage you to keep moving forward.
What You’ll Learn:
The stages of the Hero's Journey and how they mirror our psychedelic experiences.
Why it’s normal to feel overwhelmed or frustrated during the healing process.
The importance of facing discomfort and how it signifies progress.
How emotions are energy in motion and the necessity of feeling to heal.
The significance of support systems during challenging times.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
10 Jun 2022
037 | Decolonization, Dis-integration, and Psychedelic Facilitation with Buki Fadipe
01:28:50
In today's episode we speak with the amazing, Buki Fadipe! Buki is a Nigerian/British, writer, content creator, educator and healing catalyst. Her work is rooted in spirituality and reclaiming ancient earth/indigenous wisdom to act as a basis for earth based embodied healing. Buki is completing a Psychedelic Practitioner certification with Synthesis Institute, and is a certified Hatha Yoga instructor. She runs educational workshops, courses, and one-on-one sessions on preparation, navigation, harm reduction and integration. Buki is focused on investigating how psychedelics can be used as a catalyst for decolonization, healing systemic and ancestral trauma, ecological injustice to ultimately assist in individual, environmental and collective liberation.
What we talked about:
Buki’s formative years and traumas and how she eventually came to psychedelics
Practical integration practices and modalities
Decolonization healing, “dis-integration,” and inter-generation (ancestral) trauma
Integrating the “golden shadow”
How indigenous wisdom and modern psychedelic science intersect
Spiritual and psychedelic activism
The realities of going through a psychedelic facilitation training program
How to find a safe and trustworthy guide to work with
Alternative paths for becoming a psychedelic facilitator
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
03 Jun 2022
036 | Tripping with Parents & Coming Out of the Psychedelic Closet
00:59:11
In today's episode we dive into the topic of tripping with your parents and coming out of the psychedelic closet. Both of us have found as we continued to do this deep work, we desired the experience to heal with their parents in ceremony... And so we created it! Buckle up as as dive into the experience of taking part in psychedelic journeys with our folks! We also discuss coming out of the psychedelic closet and telling our parents what we were actually up to on these "retreats."
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
23 Aug 2024
104 | Psychedelics + Society: Safe Cultural Containers, Psychedelic Underground & Facing Global Challenges w/ Psychedelic Solutions (Joe Moore)
01:15:22
In this conversation, Joe Moore, co-founder and CEO of Psychedelics Today, discusses the evolution and impact of the psychedelics movement from both individual and societal perspectives. Joe shares his background in the field, leading into the broad-reaching work of Psychedelics Today in education, media, and events since its inception in 2016.
The discussion explores the importance of creating safe cultural containers for psychedelic experiences and their potential for addressing global crises. The conversation emphasizes the intertwined roles of individual transformation and societal change, advocating for ending the drug war and improving public education to integrate these substances meaningfully and safely into society.
Additionally, the conversation touches on the structure and goals of the VITAL training program, aiming to provide a comprehensive and diverse education for those with a professional interest in psychedelics. The overarching message underscores the power of individual actions combined with collective efforts to foster a better world.
Topics Covered:
The journey of building a world-leading psychedelic education platform since 2016
What it means to be “anti-drug war”
Creating safe cultural containers for psychedelic usage
What it will take for society at large to accept psychedelics
How psychedelics can be used to combat greater social and environmental issues
Seeing through the illusions to heal society at large
The balance between individual and social healing
What is really happening in the psychedelic underground?
A look into Vital: Psychedelics Today’s comprehensive training for psychedelic professionals
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
12 Apr 2024
088 | How Underground Psychedelic Guides Develop Their Skills, Wisdom & Training (w/ Rachel Harris)
01:00:37
The women of the psychedelic underground stand in stark contrast to psychedelic therapists, clinicians and researchers. In some ways, they hold much more wisdom and knowledge about working with these medicines. It’s an honor to have Dr. Rachel Harris back on the podcast to discuss this. Since we last spoke, she has released a new book called Swimming in the Sacred: Lessons from the Psychedelic Underground.
This is one of the most important books written about psychedelics, as it shines a light on the wisdom and work done by elder women psychedelic guides. Dr. Rachel Harris has been in private practice for 40 years as a psychologist. Later in her career, she began exploring psychedelics for healing and transformation. In this conversation, we dissect what exactly transformation is, and the qualities that these underground elder guides have, making them so effective at facilitating transformation (which is very different from healing).
Listen in for a chance to win a copy of Swimming in the Sacred!
Topics Covered:
The difference between a transformation and the therapeutic process
Signs of transformation that psychedelic guides look for
How underground guides transition from their healing journey to guiding
Differences between underground guides and psychedelic therapists
How underground guides view integration
Psychedelics and plant medicine as a way of life
Navigating the “subtle realms” and expanded states of consciousness
The quality of fearlessness in psychedelics guides
Being aware of ego inflation as a psychedelic guide
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
10 Feb 2023
050 | Microdosing LSD: Finding FLOW During a Full Season of Life w/ Jenalle & Lana
00:49:09
"Microdosing should be treated just like going into and preparing for a ceremony." Jenalle Dion
Flow Formula is here! This is our signature 8-week microdosing program. It is a live, community driven coaching program that is elevated through the practice of microdosing. Early Bird sales end on Feb 20! If you have been looking for a microdosing program, we would love to have you. Feel free to get in touch with me if you have any questions.
In this episode, I have Jenny back as a guest (you would have heard her in 46) to chat about our experiences with microdosing LSD. Previously, I have only had microdosing experiences with mushrooms and I have to say… I LOVEEEE LSD as well. It’s been a tool for navigating very full post-iboga full life. It has allowed me show up as the new me, and show up for all the many plates I am holding with flow and ease.
Jenny has been doing this for a few years and she shares how it has helped her wellness, healthy, and entreprenureal journey. We loved recording this episode for you. This episode is cozy; Grab a drink and join two friends chatting about psychedelics!
Topics covered:
Microdosing LSD vs mushrooms
Effects and benefits we experienced
Jenny’s success with micrdosoing LSD for cycle pain
Lana’s intention with microdosing LSD during Iboga integration
Microdosing for flow and ease during full seasons of life
Accessing and creating conditions for flow energy
Journalling practice with micrdosing
How to know when its time to start a microdosing protocol
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
24 Mar 2023
054 | A Critique of Healing Culture, Psychedelic Narcissism & Hyper-Individuality w/ Adam Aronovich
01:27:19
I wish I had the information in this podcast years ago when I was stuck in the never-ending healing journey. This conversation is a call move away from hyper-individualism and instead turn “one eye inwards, and one eye outward.”
Adam spent more than four years conducting research and extensive fieldwork in the Peruvian Amazon, where he also facilitated Ayahuasca workshops in the context of shamanic and medical tourism. He is the creator of Healing from Healing, a social media platform that casts a critical, skeptical and humorous gaze at Healing Culture.
Adam has insights and reflections based on his years of experience overseeing participants of ayahuasca ceremonies. He challenges the commonly heard (harmful) narratives, sense-making and spiritual orientations of medicine guides.
This episode will give you a fresh perspective of the healing journey. Once we get over how triggering it is to call out our own “psychedelic narcissism,” we can see an alternative path; one that is oriented towards not just the individual, but the social, cultural and environmental systems that need healing just as much as individuals do.
Topics covered:
Psychedelic Narcissism: what is it & how to spot it
The dangers in sense-making psychedelic experiences as absolute Truth
The dangers of going into psychedelic experiences with the narrative of healing childhood trauma
How the orientation of medicine providers primes certain experiences
Creating narrative-neutral medicine spaces
Hyper-individualism and con-spirituality within plant medicine culture
The link between individual health and cultural, social and environmental health
Transitioning into service from the “never-ending healing journey”
How control and fear of uncertainty perpetrate psychedelic narcissism
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Hey Everyone! In today's episode we speak with the incredible Ruby Fremon. Ruby is a certified life coach, NLP practitioner, leadership mentor, speaker, and author of “Potent Leadership.” She has helped thousands gain the confidence to quit performing, crystallize their messaging, and lead their movements with integrity.
An expert on personal growth and inner-work, Ruby is the host of top-rated podcast “Potent Truth” and has appeared in over 100 publications and podcasts. She works with her clients one on one, or in group settings at her live retreats and in her group programs.
Known for her big heart, no-bullshit approach and shamanic gifts, Ruby’s work bridges the gap between practicality and spirituality, offering leaders an opportunity to create true inner-expansion.
What we talked about:
Ruby’s rock bottom: how Western medicine failed her and the various ways in which she used to numb out
How Ruby got sober and eventually was called to Ayahuasca
Journeying n the deep Amazon with Ayahuasca and Master Plants
Shipibo dietas, master plants, and Ayahuasca ceremonies
How to use daily rituals to connect the plants outside of ceremony
What it REALLY means to integrate a lesson
Potent leadership and how to reclaim your unique medicine a to be a better leader
Handling self-censorship, cancel culture, shame culture, and people pleasing online
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
22 Apr 2022
030 | The Ultimate Guide to Overcoming "Bad Trips"
00:46:58
Hello Everyone! In today's episode we dive into the topic of "bad trips." We share our personal stories of navigating challenging psychedelic experiences and share powerful reframes and wisdom. There are tips in this episode to transform any feelings of disempowerment into EMPOWERMENT! Uncomfortable moments are a part of the journey of life, so the more we gain comfort in discomfort and learn to reframe our experiences to serve us, the more peace we invite into our lives, hearts and minds.
What we talked about:
What is a bad trip?
Personal stories of challenging psychedelic experiences
Tips and prompts for moving through and reframing spooky psychedelic experiences
The importance of preparation, intention setting, and dosing
Working with facilitators and building trust with the medicine
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
03 Mar 2023
052 | Busting Microdosing Myths & Overcoming Your Fears
00:47:25
Flow Formula is here! This is our signature 8-week microdosing program. It is a live, community driven coaching program that is elevated through the practice of microdosing… while teaching you the skill of microdosing. Enrolment closes March 14.
With all this current buzz, there is a lot misinformation, myths and irrational fears around the practice of microdosing. Today, we are busting 10 common myths and fears that we have heard around microdosing. Strap in and enjoy this one!
Topics covered:
Myth: Microdosing psychedelics is addictive
Myth: You have to microdose psychedelics
Myth: Microdosing is a drug / bandaid solution
Myth: Microdosing is scary and will make me lose control
Myth: Microdosing makes me a bad/irresponsible partner/parent/person
Myth: Microdosing is a placebo
Fear: Microdosing will make me have a bad trip
Fear: People will judge me for taking drugs
Myth: Microdosing is a new thing that not many people have tried yet
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
22 Mar 2024
085 | My Relationship with Cannabis: How It Helped Me with Healing, Integration, Creativity & Self-Love
00:20:08
Cannabis is a slippery slope: It feels like addiction and over-indulgence are always around the corner. But for the most part, I’ve developed a practice and relationship with cannabis that has been supportive to my life. In this episode, I reflect on my relationship with the plant, how it’s changed, and the role it played in my overall healing journey.
While getting high is fun and has its place, cannabis really taught me to enjoy my time alone and explore my inner landscape. It’s also been instrumental as a creative and expressive tool while producing this podcast. I also present the advantages and potential pitfalls of cannabis, and finding a personal balance with usage. The episode further touches on my change in cannabis consumption patterns over time, my favorite consumption method, and cannabis usage in a social setting.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
05 Mar 2021
005 | DoubleBlind Magazine: Founders Shelby & Madison On Re-Shaping Psychedelic Culture, The Truth About Psychedelics, and Their Journeys
00:50:50
Welcome, Shelby and Madison from DoubleBlind Magazine to the podcast! Shelby and Madison are the co-founders of DoubleBlind - a print magazine, digital media outlet, and education platform at the forefront of the rapidly growing psychedelic movement! In this episode we talk about:
How DoubleBlind Magazine came to be
How Shelby and Madison discover untold stories in psychedelics
Sacred reciprocity and the DoubleBlind community
Shelby and Madison’s journeys with psychedelics and their medicine of choice
How psychedelics have aided Shelby and Madison’s healing
Drinking Ayahuasca in Peru versus the United States
The therapeutic use of MDMA
How to “come out of the psychedelic closet”
Some “out there” psychedelics and “deep-state psychonauts”
Caution against positioning psychedelics as a panacea
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
28 Jun 2024
099 | Bridging the Clinical & Ceremonial: The Doula Model of Care as an Alternative Approach to Psychedelic Facilitation w/ Paije West
01:11:21
We’re diving into a topic that hasn’t been publicly explored in the psychedelic space yet: the innovative intersection of psychedelic facilitation and the doula model of care. Paije Alexandra West is bringing this forward for us today as an international retreat host, experienced psychedelic facilitator, and trained doula. Paije shares her thoughts on how the principles of doula care can be seamlessly integrated into psychedelic work to create compassionate, supportive, and transformative experiences.
Paije educates us on the guiding principles of the doula model, emphasizing the importance of advocacy, mindful presence, and compassionate support in psychedelic facilitation. She discusses the advantages this model offers to Western medicine providers, particularly around how this approach allows Westerners to serve (some) psychedelic medicines without appropriating cultures that don’t belong to us. Paije also shares her personal journey, balancing her roles as a mother and a facilitator, and offers invaluable advice for those considering a path in psychedelic facilitation. Join us as we uncover the potential of the doula model to revolutionize the way we approach psychedelic healing and support.
Topics Covered:
The unexpected synergy between Iboga and 5-MeO-DMT
The intersection between psychedelics and doula care
The guiding principles of the doula model of care
The Doula Model of Care as an approach to working with psychedelics
The advantages of using a doula model for Western medicine providers
Navigating consensual touch during psychedelic experiences
What the path to becoming a doula looks like
What it takes to hold a neutral space for others
Balancing psychedelic facilitation with motherhood
Words of wisdom for those considering psychedelic facilitation
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
30 Apr 2021
013 | Our Friendship Journey, Our Last Ayahuasca Ceremonies Together & Why We’re Both Leaving Toronto
01:10:51
We are officially halfway through season one! Can you believe it? In today's episode, we (your hosts) dive deep into our friendship journey, the last few ayahuasca ceremonies we sat in together, and how we are chasing liberation (hint: we're both about to move on from Toronto). Tune into this very special and feel-good episode!
What we talked about:
Marking the mid-point of season 1 of the Modern Psychedelics Podcast
How Lana & Zoey met synchronistically
Lana & Zoey’s friendship unfolding & reflections
Our takeaways and learnings from Ayahuasca
What it means to sit with emotions in ceremony
From victims to victors: What we’ve learned about our darkness
Becoming and being the observer of your life
Our last Ayahuasca ceremonies together
Making moves across the country and world
What we believe the next chapters will hold for us
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
30 Aug 2024
105 | Recognizing When & How to Take a Break from Psychedelics
00:31:53
In this solo episode with Lana, we explore importance of taking a break from psychedelics and medicine work. While these powerful tools can facilitate profound healing and transformation, there are times when stepping back can be the medicine you need. I discuss five key signs that it might be time to pause, including having too much to integrate, chasing the highs of the experience, and noticing compulsive habits forming around psychedelic use. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone who may be questioning whether they are still benefiting from their psychedelic practices.
Additionally, I provide practical strategies for how to take a break effectively, including focusing on integration, exploring other modalities, and prioritizing other areas of life. This conversation is rooted in the importance of listening to your intuition and recognizing that everyone’s journey with psychedelics is unique. If you are considering a pause for psychedelics and The Work, this episode provides guidance on finding balance and ensuring that your psychedelic experiences continue to serve your highest good.
Topics Covered:
The nuance of how much psychedelics is beneficial
When you already know what you have to do
Chasing the highs of the expanded state
Bringing the peak experiences into the every day
Looking at compulsive or dependent psychedelic usage
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
25 Jul 2024
101 | Behind the Scenes Update from Lana: Podcast Break, Moving, City Living, Anatha Fest, 5-MeO Integration, and More!
00:18:01
A short, raw, unedited behind-the-scenes podcast with some updates from Lana! Please let me know what you guys want more of/less of on the podcast, YouTube and Instagram! My mission here is to help you as much as I possibly can, so please let me know how I can do that. Expect new episodes soon!
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
28 May 2021
017 | Sam Kabert: Becoming Fit for Service and Calling on the Cosmic Family
01:05:29
Things are about to get celestial! We talked to Sam Kabert this week about activating celestial and spiritual connection and his experiences with Aubrey Marcus' Fit for Service mastermind and various plant medicines.
What we talked about:
Sam’s transition from a Silicon Valley entrepreneur to recovering workaholic
Microdosing in Silicon Valley
How Sam answered Ayahuasca’s call
Being reborn with breathwork
Becoming “fit for service”
Being a man or male-identifying in spiritual circles
Bufo/5MeO-DMT medicine and holding space
Breathwork as an integration tool
Identifying as a Starseed, being from a different planet, and seeing UFOs
Do psychedelics open up our consciousness to perceive things we normally can’t see or do they just cause us to hallucinate?
How to prepare to connect with spirits and extraterrestrials
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
27 May 2022
035 | James McCrae: Psychedelics & Creativity During the Birthing of A New Humanity
01:09:35
Hey Everyone! In today's episode we speak with James McCrae, an author, poet, creativity teacher, and meme-artist based in Austin, Texas. Many of you will most likely recognize James from his popular Instagram page (@wordsarevibrations) where he shares daily memes, poems, and illustrations that delight and inspire his audience. He also hosts Homesick Alien Club, a podcast that explores the intersection of creativity, consciousness, and culture. In our episode today we learn about how psychedelics nurtured James’ creative awakening and how to work with with psychedelics in the creative process. James also shares integration and embodiment practices for inner work and we go deep with outer space, the cosmic realms and understanding the true nature of reality! Buckle up psychonauts, let's explore!
What we talked about:
How psychedelics nurtured James’ creative awakening
How to work with with psychedelics in the creative process
Integration and embodiment practices for inner work
The story of Terence McKenna and lessons from his work
The acceleration of humanity and planet earth
Outer space, inner space, and the metaverse
Tapping into your inherit creativity
The limitations of human intelligence in understanding the true nature of reality
Breaking through the veil of illusions, cosmic consciousness and 5D
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
17 May 2024
093 | “Hearing the Call”? 5 Signs that You’re Ready to go Deeper with Psychedelics
00:29:53
“I heard the call” is a phrase often used to signify readiness for a transformative journey. Have you “heard the call”? How do you know that call is true? How do you know you are truly ready to dive deeper into your own consciousness? These are the questions I am answering in this solo episode. And don’t worry—there’s no fluffy new age spiritual jargon in here! Everything I offer is grounded and operational.
For those who have dipped their toes into psychedelics, there comes a point where the desire to go deeper arises—to delve into the unexplored corners of the psyche. This episode is dedicated to those seekers, offering insights into signs that might indicate readiness to take the plunge into deeper psychedelic experiences.
Topics Covered:
What does “hearing the call” mean and how do you know?
What it looks like to go deeper with psychedelics
Knowing the risks associated with psychedelics
Willingness to take a risk without knowing the outcome
Consolidating your fears with “the call”
Your capacity for preparation and integration phases
What to expect, in general, from altered states
Willingness to surrender control
Other general considerations such as health, intention, etc.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
08 Mar 2024
083 | Ask Me Anything! Rock Bottoms, Dating, Raving, Abandonment Wound, Codependency & More
00:53:35
Embark with me on this fun episode as we mark the third anniversary of the Modern Psychedelics Podcast! This special episode explores a kaleidoscope of topics, weaving together the unique energies of various psychedelics that I know and love.
Together, we'll unravel the threads of higher consciousness living, respond to the most contemplative questions from listeners, and illuminate the realties of walking the medicine path. From the art of nurturing genuine connections to the integrity involved in cultivating sacred spaces for plant medicine ceremonies, every question I answer is a stepping stone toward personal evolution.
Thank you SO much for listening and supporting the show, and here’s to many more years of psychedelic exploration!
Topics Covered:
The essence of different psychedelics
How being a podcast host has helped me grow as a person
My favourite genres of music to rave to
How to address a lack of integrity with medicine providers
What to do when you hit rock bottom
Tips for creating a sacred space for private journeys
My favourite psychedelic (if I HAD to choose)
Is it crazy to do 5-MeO-DMT for a first trip?
Codependency resurfacing in relationship
Struggles with dating and finding a psychedelic man
How to balance trusting the process with achieving goals
Recreational versus ceremonial spaces for psychedelics
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We are all carrying stuff that isn't ours. These are the traumas we have inherited from our parents or even grand/great-grandparents. Psychedelics allow us to release these things so that we don't have to carry them anymore or pass them on to future generations. It didn't start with us, but it gets to end with us. For us, this has given such a deeper meaning to the work which is beyond ourselves. In today's episode, we are sharing our experiences with ancestral healing sparked by ayahuasca ceremonies.
What we talked about:
Intergenerational trauma: the spiritual perspective and the epigenetics perspective
Zoey coming to a place of working with the physical body to heal and process ancestral trauma
Lana sitting through and healing family trauma of experiencing war and clearing trauma from her father’s lineage
How “doing your work” ripples out to all of humanity - past and present
How the universe responds to changes in you as a result of your healing
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
22 Jul 2022
043 | BONUS Ask Us Anything Season Wrap: Boundaries, Codependency & More!
01:11:42
Today's episode is our final in Season 2! What an incredible season it has been. In this episode we answer your questions (from Instagram) and reflect on the season passed.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
03 May 2024
091 | Creating Lasting Lifestyle Change During Psychedelic Integration: 10 Tips from a Life Coach
00:28:08
"Behavior change is identity change." When it comes to psychedelics, our identity changes, but our behaviors have yet to catch up. The process of aligning your behaviors with your true self can be a part of psychedelic integration.
It is very common to desire lifestyle changes after a meaningful consciousness-altering experience. So, why do so many of us struggle with actually making the change? Integrating lifestyle change is some of the slowest, most challenging, and grueling work. In this episode, I am sharing ten tips you can try out to make your desired lifestyle changes stick.
Topics Covered:
The connection between identity change and lifestyle change
Why psychedelics propel us to make lifestyle changes
Finding out the why behind the changes you’d like to make
High impact “domino effect” habits
The importance of pacing with lifestyle changes
The benefits of making the change & the costs of not making the change
Enlisting support and being witnessed during your transformation
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
27 Sep 2024
108 | Introducing Kanna Wellness: My Newest Business Venture to Support Well Being and Psychedelic Integration
00:47:20
I have a very exciting announcement today: I am launching a new company called Kanna Wellness, inspired by the simple Mediterranean approach to well-being. To set the stage, I share about my personal journey with Kanna, describing how it helped me during a challenging integration period. This episode also includes detailed information about Kanna, its effects, dosage guidelines, and practical tips on incorporating it into daily life and recreational settings.
My enthusiasm for the plant grew over time, especially when my mom started feeling its anti-anxiety benefits. Since my mom also loves the plant, Kanna Wellness is a family-owned business started with my parents, aimed at bringing high-quality Kanna extract to the Canadian market. Visit kannawellness.com to support us!
Topics Covered:
How I built a relationship with Kanna during integration
What inspired me to start Kanna Wellness with my mom
What is Kanna? An overview of the plant
Therapeutic and recreational use cases for Kanna
The felt effects of Kanna
The adaptogenic nature of Kanna
What separates our extract from other Kanna products on the market
Tips for how to get started with Kanna
Dosage information for Kanna depending on use case
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
01 Jul 2022
040 | Iboga for Psycho-Spiritual Growth + The Bwiti Way of Living with Levi Barker
01:00:43
In today's episode we speak with the incredible Levi Barker. Levi is a Bwiti trained iboga provider and has been involved with iboga for 13 years. After being healed by the medicine himself for many ailments, Levi made the decision to follow and work with iboga for the rest of his life. Levi now serves the medicine full time at Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. Iboga Wellness Center is the longest running psycho-spiritual iboga retreat in the West! In today's episode we learn all about this incredible medicine and the Bwiti way of living.
What we talked about:
Levi’s story of finding Iboga and becoming initiated as an Iboga provider
The gifts of Iboga
Bwiti practices for cultivating presence and intuition
Psycho-spiritual use of Iboga [for purposes other than addiction]
How Iboga is unique in how it works with people and delivers its messages
Tips and strategies for preparing for and integrating Iboga ceremonies
How Iboga resets the mind and the rituals used in ceremony to connect with ones soul
How to know you’re receiving the call for Iboga & considerations to take
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
05 Dec 2022
044 | Ayahuasca Healed My Heart + Podcast and Life Updates From Lana
00:48:37
After a five month break from the podcast, I am back with some personal & podcast updates. A lot has changed! I have changed! Today I am also sharing about my 3rd year Ayahuasca anniversary, in which I had my most powerful ceremony yet where three years of medicine work integrated and my heart finally healed and opened. Missed you all, and hope you enjoy this one!
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
14 May 2021
015 | Charley Wininger: The Transformative Power of MDMA and Making Peace with Death
01:03:31
This week we are speaking to someone who has been around the modern psychedelic movement since the 1960s. Charley Wininger is a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst based in New York City, who recently published a book about MDMA. We chat with him about MDMA as both a medicine and a celebratory tool. We are also giving away TWO COPIES of Charley's book!
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17 Jun 2022
038 | Paul Austin on Microdosing Psychedelics 201 & Psychedelic Integration Coaching
01:07:37
In today's episode we speak with the incredible Paul Austin! Paul is an entrepreneur, public speaker, and educator. He has founded two companies in the emerging psychedelic space: Third Wave and Synthesis. Within Third Wave, Paul leads his team in building an educational platform to ensure psychedelic substances become responsibly integrated into our cultural framework. In our conversation today we learn all about Paul's journey with psychedelics and founding these companies. We also dive DEEP into microdosing, both psilocybin & LSD. Buckle up psychonauts, let's LEARN!
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
08 Apr 2022
028 | Tony Moss: When Indigenous Medicine Meets the West During the Psychedelic Renaissance
01:21:56
Hey Everyone! In today's episode we speak with the incredible Tony Moss! Tony has tons of incredible wisdom to share with us from his personal journey of being a participant to facilitator of Ayahuasca ceremonies & more. Tony is also a recording artist, producer, and founder of I.AM.LIFE, a non-profit music label and event production company focused on music as medicine and it's uses for traditional and contemporary ceremony, and psycho-spiritual therapy. You are going to LOVE this episode!
What we talked about:
The awakening that took place for Tony after his initial Ayahuasca experience
Shifting from a participant to a facilitator of Ayahuasca ceremonies
How Icaros and Ayahuasca work together in ceremonies
Dealing with appropriation and tradition when facilitating ceremonies for a Western audience
The prophecy of the eagle and the condor
The future of Ayahuasca in the West
The spiritual meaning behind the ayahuasca purge
Raising consciousness as a form of activism
Tony’s experience with ancestral healing with Ayahuasca
Radical self-responsibly for ones own life and healing
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
26 Mar 2021
008 | Steve Rio: Facilitating 5-MeO-DMT Ceremonies, Dying Before Death, and Having A Psychedelic Mindset in the Psychedelic Industry
01:05:43
Welcome, Steve Rio! Steve is such an impressive human being: a social impact entrepreneur, transformational guide, and musician. Steve has focused his life's work on helping people realize their full potential and raise consciousness. In this episode, we explore the toad medicine (aka 5-MeO-DMT), where the psychedelic industry is heading, and profound ego-death experiences. Tune in for:
Steve’s journey with psychedelics, consciousness, and opening a psychedelic retreat center
What is 5-MeO-DMT/toad medicine?
Ethical issues around toad medicine
Synthetic vs. organic psychedelics
The unique rituals and protocols at Enfold Institute retreats
The type of people commonly called to Steve’s retreats
Steve’s first experience with 5-MeO-DMT and how that lead to the development of their protocol at Enfold Institute
How Steve and his wife came to curate their retreat approach at Enfold Institute
Ego death and “dying before you die”
Advocating for bringing psychedelics to the market with reverence as they become mainstream
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
07 Jul 2023
061 | Iboga & Bwiti Help Us Find Truth, Simplicity and Mind Mastery w/ Levi Barker
01:04:04
Beloved Iboga Provider Levi Barker is back! We recorded this episode live in person in Costa Rica, while I was visiting Iboga Wellness Center in May 2023. In this episode, we go deeper into exploring this beautiful medicine and the Bwiti tradition. If you are considering working with Iboga or want to learn more, this episode is full of information that isn’t available elsewhere.
The Bwiti tradition is the study of life, and we are so lucky that Levi is sharing a little bit about it with us today. This is something that is typically only reserved for those on on Bwiti Iboga retreat. We talk about how this medicine helps us find truth by simplifying life.
Levi also provides some reflections on changes he has seen in me since my ceremonies 6 months ago. And, he plays the Moungongo for us on the show — which is a traditional Bwiti instrument. Enjoy this one! See show notes for more on my full review of IWC and to connect with Levi.
Topics covered:
Levi’s story: How he healed his opiate addition with Iboga & trained to become a provider
Do you need to have experience with other medicine before Iboga?
Iboga’s gift of truth and simplicity
The difference between the Truth and beliefs
How Bwiti use the mind as a tool & confirm truth
The difference between having positive and negative beliefs
The one law — the Law of Nature — in the Bwiti tradition
Ways we abuse ourselves and lose our happiness
Levi’s reflection on my Iboga Journey
How Levi works with Iboga as a provider
The future of Iboga and expanding access
The Moungongo Bwiti instrument (and a live performance from Levi!)
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
13 Jan 2023
048 | BE and Allow What Is with Darkness Therapy: A Substance-Free Psychedelic w/ Scott Berman
01:36:48
Today we are going to be exploring something that is on the cutting edge of spirituality and personal growth these days- darkness retreats. This consists of spending three to ten days in the pitch darkness and solitude. It’s a profound experience that is very psychedelic (without the substances).
It comes as no surprise that darkness therapy is an ancient modality that has been used by ancient indigenous peoples across the globe. Only recently has it reached North America, and the founder of the first darkness retreat in America is today's guest.
Scott Berman is the creator and founder of Sky Cave Retreats. Throughout the last decade, he has spent over two years in self-guided solo retreats in remote wilderness. He did his first dark retreat in 2012 and has spent over 70 days in multiple darkness retreats and has also done a couple with his wife. He has supported and facilitated over 250 dark retreats at his center in Ashland, Oregon.
We talk about the similarities and differences between darkness medicine and plant medicine, endogenous DMT production in the darkness, redefining spirituality, and so much more.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
26 Feb 2021
004 | Zoey’s Pleiadian Awakening, Lana’s 30th, and Co-Healing Past Relationships
01:03:50
Today's episode is a very special story time. On Lana's 30th birthday, we took a journey with the Sacred mushroom that we will NEVER forget. In spirituality, people often say "we're all just walking each other home," and in this episode, we tell the story of how Zoey was guided back home to her star family.
Psychedelics can open us up to higher realms of consciousness. Many, many, many people have experiences with higher-dimensional beings under psychedelics. We wanted to share this experience with you all because it was truly awakening in so many beautiful ways. We are always surrounded by a loving universe around us, including other entities from other places. We have learned that there is nothing to fear when it comes to one's personal awakening - whatever that may look like.
If you are into aliens, higher dimensions, and astral travel, you will love this episode. Press play, starseed!
In this episode we talk about:
Lana’s journey of coming to a place of forgiveness and unconditional love for an ex
How Zoey transformed Lana’s painful energy
Co-healing the wounds from past relationships
Portals to other dimensions opening
Pleiadians making contact with Zoey
Zoey’s experience leaving her body to astral travel to the Pleiades
Who are the Pleiadians?
Zoey’s lifelong struggle with being a human being on Earth
The conditions that were divinely orchestrated in order for Zoey to astral travel
The journey of coming back to Earth/3D awareness
A glimpse into what life has been like since this life-altering experience
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
15 Jul 2022
042 | Transforming the Energy of Shame Around Psychedelics & Medicine Work
00:57:57
In today's episode we transform the energy of shame when it comes to plant medicine and psychedelics. We share powerful coaching points, reframes and personal examples to bring more awareness and transformation.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
31 May 2024
095 | The “Refinement” Stage of Psychedelic Integration: Personal Style, Slow Fashion & Conscious Consumption
00:52:18
What in the world is a psychedelics podcast doing talking about “personal style” and fashion?! This has to be the first. But discovering your personal style is identity work that requires vulnerability. It’s a deeply meaningful journey of self discovery. If you don’t see the connection now, then you will by the end of this podcast.
In this episode, I am introducing a concept around the different stages of psychedelic integration: There is the “heavy lifting” stage where we’re doing deep work to significantly improve our lives, followed by the “refinement” stage which is a lighter process of fine tuning.
For me, this refinement process is showing up in my journey to discover my personal style. The misalignment between my identity and my wardrobe has come up a few times during psychedelic journeys, and I am finally addressing it so that the outside is a true reflection of my inside. I also make the connection between the responsibility to find your personal style, living a values-based life, and sustainable consumption.
Topics Covered:
The “heavy lifting” vs “refinement” stages of psychedelic integration
The connection between life satisfaction and values-alignment
How refinement is showing up for me through personal style
How personal style came up during my psychedelic experiences
Why I stopped caring about fashion during my healing chapter
Why I started caring about fashion again after my healing chapter
Fast fashion overconsumption as a result of not knowing my personal style
My core values that are aligned with knowing my personal style
My journey to discover my personal style so far
Consumption habits and making wise purchase decisions
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
05 Apr 2024
087 | My Full Psychedelic Healing Journey & Origin Story: War, Abandonment, Heartbreak & Alienation
01:05:06
This episode is so personal and vulnerable that I am almost uncomfortable sharing it publicly. I share my entire life story and my healing journey out of the darkness. I take listeners through the formation of my core wounds and self-destructive narratives, which ultimately left me depressed, anxious, lost, and disempowered to move my life forward in a positive direction.
But that’s only half of the story. The second half is the documentation of my healing journey with therapy, medicine work and self-discovery. By sharing these details, I am shining a light of the gift of the struggle. Most of my life has been an uphill battle, but in recent years I have reached a place of peace, happiness and fulfillment. And most of all, gratitude for it ALL!
Please consume this episode with nothing but love, as the specifics shared are very vulnerable and done with the aim of inspiring and giving hope to others who are also struggling in life. One thing is for sure: It’s possible to get to the other side, and life can be better than you ever thought possible.
Topics Covered:
Being born into a war and fleeing the country
The refugee experience as a young girl
My first portal into self awareness and reflection
My first taste of rejection and comparison energy
Early experiences using alcohol & drugs to self-medicate
How cystic acne and my weight made my self-confidence plummet
The development of my core wounding & self-destructive narratives
Struggles with finding my career path and purpose
My first ever experience with MDMA & how I changed
Grad school: my dark night of the soul + mental health hell
The moment everything crashed and the misalignment became clear
Being a doormat in romantic relationships
Recovering from codependent patterns & loss of love
Replacing psychotherapy with Ayahuasca
How Microdosing and coaching started moving me forward
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
25 Aug 2023
066 | Psilocybin Mushrooms for Women's Mental, Physical and Spiritual Health
01:00:40
Jennifer Chesak is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker based in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned her master of science degree in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. And her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Healthline, Better Homes and Gardens, The Daily Beast, B*tch, and more.
Her most recent book is The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health. Her mission here as a journalist stems from being a woman who has been fed up with women being left behind by the medical system. In this episode she shares some of the events that led her to psilocybin, and writing this book.
Jennifer actually interviewed me for the set and setting chapter of this book, so you can find me in chapter 10! I wanted to bring her on the show to share everything she’s learned while writing this book. She has a wealth of information from how to microdose and trip sit to understanding the latest psychedelic research, and incorporating indigenous wisdom. The Psilocybin Handbook for Women is a resource for everyone, although it features information specific to those assigned female at birth—because psychedelics may have different effects and applications across the sexes.
Topics covered:
Why do we need a book on psilocybin for women?
Health condition women tend to self-treat with psilocybin
Ways psilocybin affects women differently than men
How psychedelics affect the menstrual cycle
Can psilocybin regulate the menstrual cycle?
Microdosing mushrooms and the menstrual cycle
The optimal menstrual phase to have a mushroom journey
Two Eyed Seeing: Bridging science and ingenious wisdom
Psilocybin for people who are breastfeeding or pregnant
How parents are managing working with psychedelics
Can psilocybin boost your sex life?
Sexual abuse, safety and consent in the psychedelic space
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
15 Feb 2021
001 | Our Journeys with Psychedelics - Integrating the Shadow, Stepping Into the Light
01:23:24
Welcome to the Modern Psychedelics Podcast! We are kicking things off with an introduction of your hosts - Lana Pribic and Zoey Poulsen. In this episode, we are sharing our two very different journeys with psychedelics. In this episode, we talk about:
Zoey’s synchronistic call to Ayahuasca
Zoey’s experiences with Ayahuasca at Rythmia
How Zoey forgave the unforgivable
Zoey’s galactic themed journeys
The perfection of the Universe
Lana’s past as a party/raver girl
Lana’s first mystical experience with LSD and psilocybin mushrooms
How LSD helped Lana quit smoking cigarettes
Lana’s journey to ayahuasca and more spiritual use of psychedelics
Lana’s “speed train to healing” with Ayahuasca over 15 months
Our most memorable moment with plant medicine so far
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
24 Nov 2023
075 | What’s Changed in My Life 6 Months After Shipibo Ayahuasca (Integration Update)
00:31:29
After 30+ ayahuasca journeys, I finally got to experience the Shipibo medicine with a direct lineage. It was a beautiful experience and a lot has changed for me since then. Overall, I feel ligher, brighter, and more comfortable in my skin. In this episode, I am giving you an integration update: what exactly has changed for me, what steps have I taken to integrate the insights, and what's different about me as a person?
I hope this episode inspire you to continue to learn and grow with plant medicines. I started sitting with ayahuasca years ago when I was totally broken, and even though I am not in that place anymore, the plants continue to teach and guide me. No matter where we are in our journey, the plants have so much to teach us.
If you haven't listened to the journey reports, check out episode 60 & 64 (linked in the show notes). Thank you to Reunion and their team for facilitating a transformative and important experience in my life. To learn more about Reunion, a not for profit medicine center, listen to episode 69 and check out their website (linked in show notes).
Topics covered:
Recapping the key insights and takeaways from the ceremonies
My gut healing journey with a holistic nutritionist
Going through an elimination diet and learning to listen to my digestion
Integrating a new layer of femininity and being a woman in the world
Having fun with fashion and increasing my confidence
Sharpened boundaries around how I want to be treated as a woman
Opening up to dating and a relationship
Leaning into darkness fearlessly
Prioritizing fun in life and contributing to community
Contributing to a culture of love within my local community
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Hello friends! In today's episode we interview the Zappy Zapolin: a well-known futurist, psychedelic concierge to the stars, and award-winning filmmaker who is dedicated to the expansion of human consciousness. Playboy Magazine called him “The Man Who Wants to Change the World with Psychedelics.”
As the director behind the acclaimed documentary, The Reality of Truth, Zappy won the Amsterdam Film Festival’s Van Gogh Award for Documentary Directing. The film features Michelle Rodriguez, Deepak Chopra, Ram Dass, Marianne Williamson, Joel Osteen, and other thought leaders and continues to inspire millions of people. Zappy’s latest film, Lamar Odom: Reborn, follows the psychedelic intervention he facilitated for the basketball superstar using the breakthrough treatments of ketamine and ibogaine.
Today, Zappy is often called on as a “psychedelic concierge” to help celebrities, thought leaders, and business icons have a conscious transformation. Known as a visionary and futurist, Zappy has been spotting trends for decades such as internet domain names, legal CBD and cannabis, and now the burgeoning psychedelic economy.
As the youngest Vice President in the history of one of Wall Street’s most successful investment banks, Zappy is a frequent commentator on the emerging psychedelic industry and investment opportunities.
What we talked about:
Why we need to focus on increasing empathy using psychedelics
Lobbying efforts by Mind Army to make psychedelics legal
Why psychonauts need to educate the medical establishment
Zappy’s psychedelic documentaries: Lamar Odom: Reborn and The Reality of Truth
Psychedelics like ketamine and ibogaine for the addiction epidemic
Cutting edge psychedelic patents and technologies in development
Bringing psychedelic awareness and breakthroughs to the Western World
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
10 May 2024
092 | Transformation Through the Combination of Energy Coaching + Microdosing Psychedelics (The Journey 003)
00:52:06
You won’t believe that today’s guest is in her mid 20s. Nadya, a former coaching client of mine, has experienced a beautiful and profound opening to life, herself and the journey of transformation. In this episode, she shares the vulnerable and personal details of what it took for her to start taking ownership of her life.
She shares so much with us about how in just a few months, the combination of coaching and microdosing helped her start living life in the present moment and through her authentic self. She shares the work she did to improve relationships, find grace for herself as a new mother, and release the fear of judgement. Nadya has so much wisdom to share, sure to inspire anyone on the path of personal transformation.
Topics Covered:
Nadya’s upbringing as a child of teen parents & an incarcerated father
The transition into motherhood that led Nadya to seek out coaching
How Nadya shifted from the energy of force to flow and being
Nadya’s fun but challenging introduction into the world of psychedelics
Becoming present and empowering her relationship with time
Presence in the moment as a spiritual path
Releasing the fear of judgement from others
Setting boundaries for deeper & genuine relationships
Navigating conflict to build rather than destroy relationships
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
22 Sep 2023
069 | Bridging Indigenous Ayahuasca w/ The West at An Ethical Psychedelic Retreat
01:16:47
PUBLISHERS NOTE: As of January 2024, I can no longer recommend Reunion as a place to experience plant medicine. See full statement HERE. This does not pertain to the guests in the episode, whom I still endorse as medicine providers.
Ayahuasca and Psilocybin-containing mushrooms are a beautiful gift to humanity. As we explore these medicines in the West, we need to remember that we are entering a cultural paradigm that is different from our own. In this interview with Sr. Program Directors at Reunion Experience, we explore how we can show up to medicine in a good way.
If you want to enter medicine spaces with respect, reverence, and reciprocity for the cultures that these medicines come from, this conversation is for you. This convo is extremely valuable for current or aspiring space holders in the world of plant medicine, AND, for participants in plant medicine circles.
I had an opportunity to visit Reunion in Costa Rica, and realized that it's a truly special place. The fact that it's a not for profit center is the tip of the iceberg. Medicine is truly guiding the way the Reunion team operates: With deep humility, grace, reverence and respect for the cultures, plant teachers, and the Way of Nature.
Karina and Julian are not speaking on behalf of any of the lineages they work with, rather from their experiences as students and cultural bridges.
Topics covered:
How they both got involved with facilitating plant medicine experiences
A little bit about Reunion Experience in Costa Rica, a not for profit plant medicine center
Building relationship with different Wisdom Keepers and teachers
Reciprocity and the art of giving and receiving under a not for profit model
What it means and looks like to put people and the planet over profit
What is a cultural bridge & how to be one
The path of studentship with direct indigenous wisdom keepers
What does respect in medicine spaces mean?
Plant medicine as a relationship, not a tool
Land stewardship & devotion to the elements
Creating narrative neutral spaces for exploring spirituality
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
20 May 2022
034 | Dennis McKenna on His Life with Terence McKenna, Research, and Psychedelics for A Symbiotic Planet
01:25:01
In today's episode we speak with the incredible Dr. Dennis McKenna. Dennis has conducted research in ethnopharmacology for over 40 years. He is a founding board member of the Heffter Research Institute, and was a key investigator on the Hoasca Project, the first biomedical investigation of ayahuasca. He is the younger brother of Terence McKenna and in today's episode we learn more about their life together exploring psychedelics and coming to the place of deciding to pursue this as a career. From 2000 to 2017, Dennis taught courses on Ethnopharmacology and Plants in Human affairs as an adjunct Assistant Professor in the Center for Spirituality and Healing at the University of Minnesota. In the spring of 2019, in collaboration with colleagues in Canada and the US, he incorporated a new non-profit, the McKenna Academy of Natural Philosophy. From personal experience, to science to philosophy this episode is sure to inspire you! Buckle up!
What we talked about:
Dennis’ youth with his brother, Terence McKenna, and introduction to cannabis and psychedelics
The McKenna Brothers’ approach to psychedelic journeying
Soul Retrieval and Shamanism
Publishing the first user guide about growing psilocybin mushrooms in America
Dennis’ education, research history and experience in studying ethnopharmacology
The role of psychedelics as a tools for co-evolution between humanity and the planet
The Stone Ape Theory and The Gaia Hypothesis
How psychedelics help us to learn from nature and move into symbiosis and collaboration and away from the “conflict” model
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
21 Dec 2023
077 | How To Set a Powerful Intention for Your Psychedelic Experience: 10 Tips & Coaching Prompts
00:44:25
Having a clear, powerful and potent intention is one of the most important aspects of the psychedelic preparation process. This episode is going to help you to put together an intention that is alive and relevant for you.
Intentions are always important, whether you’re journeying in a ceremony, clinic or the rave space. The tips provided in this episode work for whatever container or medicine that you're working with.
Tune in to hear my top tips that I wish I knew when I started journeying with psychedelic, and mind-opening coaching prompts provided by a professional life coach. The coaching prompts will provide you with clarity, insight and awareness as you prepare for your next psychedelic experience.
Topics Covered:
Intentions help us become a creator and participant of the process
What does intention mean?
How to get clear on your why for the psychedelic experience
How to find whats alive for you right now
Running towards, not away from
Knowing the difference between intentions & expectations
Bringing mindfulness the the wording of you your intention
Focus on who you are being rather than what you are doing
Focusing on what you want in life
The problem with “help me release whatever isn’t serving me anymore”
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
14 Jun 2024
097 | 5-MeO-DMT Integration Update: Eight Ways Life Is Better & Heart-Centered Living (6 Months After Enfold)
01:12:16
Six months ago, I had my most profound and impactful psychedelic experience yet. I smoked 5-MeO-DMT, left my body, somatically released stuck energy, and experienced the infinite love of the universe. This experience set me on an integration journey that has up-levelled my life in ways I couldn't have imagined. In this episode, I'm excited to share the details of my integration journey over these past six months. While there have been many ups and downs, the overall impact on my life and energy has been immensely positive.
Throughout this episode, I’m highlighting that this very powerful medicine isn't just about the psychedelic experience itself but also about the integration process that follows. 5-MeO-DMT "set me straight" by opening me to unconditional love and regulating my nervous system. The energy in my heart is flowing freely into my work and has even empowered my relationship with money. This is just the tip of the iceberg, as I am sharing eight tangible ways my life has changed as a result of my 5-Meo-DMT experience at Enfold Institute. Enjoy!
Topics Covered:
Transformation with psychedelics isn’t about just the medicine
5-MeO-DMT “set me straight” and opened me to unconditional love
The ups and downs during these first six months of integration
Changes to my nervous system and sensitivity
The energy in my heart is flowing into my work
An empowered relationship with spending and receiving money
The activation of my “super awareness”
Changes to my health, wellness and lifestyle
Sneaky blocks I’m now aware of around romantic partnership
The awareness of death is helping me make the most out of life
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
24 Jun 2022
039 | Books About Psychedelics + Integration Support
00:35:36
In today's episode we share our favourite books on psychedelics and those that are on our list to read in the future. We also touch on psychedelic integration support.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
24 May 2024
094 | When Psychedelics Make Things Worse: Navigating Integration Challenges & "Ego Whiplash"
00:53:25
Psychedelics don’t always make things better. Jesse’s psychedelic ego death experience cracked Jesse open to feel deeply, which was a new experience for her. After the love and bliss from the experience faded, she was left to process a lifetime worth of repressed pain.
Jesse went through challenges such as ego whiplash, suicidal ideation, social isolation, and depression for months after her psychedelic experience. But it's not all bad: she was able to harness this challenging time as a point of transformation. In this episode, she is sharing the depth of her experience with us, and how she managed to come out on the other side.
Topics Covered:
Jesse’s mindset and intentions before her challenging 5-MeO-DMT experience
The core “unlovable” wound Jesse healed during her experience
Slipping into a depression and panic during integration
Opening the floodgates and processing a lifetime of repressed pain
Coping when coping mechanisms no longer works
Ego whiplash after an ego death
Holding space for yourself during a challenging integration period
Enlisting support + resources and tools to help
Open-heartedness on the other side
Addressing habits and lifestyle changes during challenging integration
Encouragement to keep going if you’re having a challenging integration period
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
16 Feb 2024
081 | 11 Practical Tips for Psychedelic Integration (From A Coach)
00:36:55
I have received many requests to dive deeper into how to “do” integration, so I created this episode for you. I share 11 practical tips for your post-psychedelic integration process, and I think a lot of what I have to say will surprise you. You will find plenty of coaching prompts in this short and sweet solo episode. Happy integrating!
Topics Covered:
The myth of integration
The two phases of integration
Why rest is the first integration step
How to digest your experience
Separating the facts from the story
Revisiting your intentions
Making big life decisions after a psychedelic experience
Nourishment and wellbeing during integration
The process of becoming whole through authenticity
Focusing on the journey with grace
Making your environment work for you
How to enjoy the journey of healing and transformation
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
14 Apr 2023
056 | How & Why To Become A Psychedelic Coach
00:35:51
Lots of you have been asking me about careers in the psychedelic and specifically how I become a coach. This episode is for those of you who are considering stepping into coaching as a profession or considering incorporating coaching into your toolkit.
My intention for this episode is to help you understand what coaching is and isn’t, why professional coach training is crucial, and help you understand why you don’t need a psychedelic specific coach training to be a psychedelic coach.
What I talked about:
The role coaching played in my life alongside psychedelics
Why I decided to become a coach
What is coaching & how it differs from other modalities
Why I decided NOT to do a psychedelic-specific coach training
Why I decided on the training program I went through
How my coach training translates to the psychedelic space
What it’s like to go through a transformative coach training experience
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
07 Jun 2024
096 | Psychedelic Pharmacology 101: Contradictions & Tapering Guidelines You Should Know w/ Ben Malcolm (AKA The Spirit Pharmacist)
01:08:33
In this episode, Ben Malcolm (the Spirit Pharmacist) brings us into the intersection of psychedelics and pharmacology. We discuss practical considerations, such as guidelines for safely tapering off SSRIs before embarking on a psychedelic experience and navigating contraindications between psychedelics and antidepressants.
Throughout the conversation, Ben offers valuable insights into crafting tapering protocols, including the intricacies of microdosing and potential risks like valvular heart disease associated with psilocybin mushrooms. We explore various facets of psychedelic use, including important considerations like drug interactions and the reintroduction of substances post-Iboga/Ibogaine treatment. Ben sheds light some light on the enigmatic reactivations associated with 5-MeO-DMT and the complex interplay between cannabis and psychedelics.
This conversation provides a comprehensive guide for listeners navigating the terrain where psychedelics meet pharmaceuticals, offering valuable insights and considerations for safe and transformative experiences.
Topics Covered:
How psychedelics fit into pharmaceuticals
How ketamine freed Ben from chronic pain
Guidelines from tapering off of SSRIs before a psychedelic experience
Psychedelics that are compatible or not with anti-depressants
What to consider when embarking on a tapering protocol
Microdosing and tapering
The risk of valvular heart disease with psilocybin mushrooms
Drug interactions with psychedelics to be aware of
Reintroducing substances/alcohol after Iboga/Ibogaine
The mystery of 5-MeO-DMT reactivations and Cannabis
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
02 Jul 2021
022 | Spencer Hawkswell: The Future of Access to Psychedelic Therapy & Psilocybin for End of Life Distress with Therapsil’s CEO
01:00:10
Hello friends! For those of you who appreciate the episodes about advocacy, regulations, and the legalities around increasing access to psychedelics - this one is for you! We spoke with Spencer Hawkswell, CEO of Therapsil, about what a world with more (and equal) access to psilocybin therapy would look like. We also chatted about the very impressive accomplishments that Therapsil has accomplished for the movement.
What we talked about:
How Spencer got involved in this space and Therapsil
The milestones that Therapsil have accomplished in helping patients gain access to psilocybin therapy in Canada
Working with compassionate Health Minister Patty Hadju in Ottawa, Canada to grant patient access
Compassionate access through section 56 is now legal in Canada
The process of legalizing Psilocybin in Canada and working through the politics
The emotional and psychological experience of end of life distress
How Psilocybin helps people find peace with death
Preparation and Integration modalities that help patients process what they experience
How increased access may look in the future and ensuring that both patients AND health care practitioners are prepared for increased access
The Charter of Rights & Freedoms and psychedelic medicine use
Why clinical access points to psychedelics have more of a reach than the underground movement
Simple things that we and the government can enact today to make access easier for those who need it
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
02 Feb 2024
080 | The Rematriation of Psychedelics: Centering Women, Mothers & Indigenous Wisdom
01:19:40
My guest today is Mikaela de la Myco. I was drawn to the way she presents herself as a mother in the psychedelic space through her platform, Mama de la Myco. I had every intention in having a conversation with her about psychedelic parenting. However, I threw out all my questions out the window and followed Mikaela’s energy; it was clear that Mikaela had so much to share with us about centering mothers, women, and indigenous voices in the psychedelic movement.
She lends us a perspective around how the psychedelic mainstream movement is falling short, and the reality of how indigenous people are treated in the psychedelic industry. In addition, we talk about how mushrooms are helping mothers through the challenges of the postpartum period, and how psychedelics might be useful for families.
Mikaela is currently pouring into the Mushrooms and Moms survey with support from Dr. Jim Fadiman and the Microdosing Institute. This project is surveying mothers and birthing people who consumed psilocybin mushrooms throughout their motherhood and parenting journey in order to accumulate a body of evidence for effects of psilocybin on birthing people, women and their children. If you’re a mother or birthing person, please consider contributing to this, linked n the show notes.
Topics Covered:
The intersection of medicine woman, psychedelic mom and sacred hoe
What is MushWomb?
What is a sacred hoe?
Rematriating psychedelics, earth and social resources
The reality of how indigenous people are treated in the psychedelic industry
Grassroots efforts to preserve indigenous wisdom
How mushrooms are helping moms through the postpartum period
Can psychedelics be for teenagers and families?
How Mikaela overcame alcoholism with the help of mushrooms
What is being discovered through the Mushrooms and Moms Survey
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
16 Apr 2021
011 | Lauren Taus: Life Is Psychedelic, Integration Is A Lifestyle, and Intuition Is Divine Direction with A Psychedelic Psychotherapist
01:05:07
This week, we are welcoming Lauren Taus to the table! Lauren is a beautiful heart-centered clinical psychotherapist. She works with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Her wide range of experiences as a therapist, psychedelic practitioner, yoga teacher, and meditation guide provides her clients with a powerful healing experience. Lauren provided us with beautiful perspectives and teachings, such as "interrupting the default allows for a new mind." Listen for:
Lauren’s journey with psychedelics and how she came into her work as a psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist
Why life is psychedelic without psychedelics
The limitations of traditional talk therapy
What is ketamine and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy?
How psychedelics allow for a new way of thinking and resetting generational beliefs that proceed our lifetime
The dark side of ketamine: abuse, addiction, and k-holes
How Lauren introduced her father into the world of psychedelics, who is also a medical doctor
Lauren’s unique approach to working with her clients
How trauma gets stored in our bodies and how psychedelic may help release it
The common thread that connects psychedelics, therapy, yoga, and other healing modalities
Lauren’s take on integration
Detachment, healthy completions, and letting things go in a healthy way
How to approach working with psychedelics with reverence
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
08 Dec 2023
076 | Navigating Cannabis: What the Confused Consumer Needs to Know w/ Andrew DeAngelo
01:19:18
We have a veteran cannabis industry change-maker, advocate, and expert with us. With over 40 years of involvement with cannabis, Andrew DeAngelo has made a massive impact on the cannabis space. And the psychedelic space stands on the shoulders of the cannabis industry.
I had so much fun talking to Andrew DeAngelo (both our cheeks were hurting at the end of the interview from laughing and smiling so much). Which is fitting because we discuss how cannabis has a very humorous teaching style.
Cannabis is a medicine I love and have a beautiful relationship with, yet I actually don't know too much about it. So, it's an honor to be learning together with you, the listeners! You might be surprised at some of Andrew’s advice for approaching cannabis.
Expect to learn a lot, be inspired by Andrew's presence, and be straight-up entertained with his “war on drugs” era stories.
Topics covered:
Andrew’s 40 years of bringing cannabis & psychedelics out of the shadows
How Cannabis lifted Andrew out of depression during his teen years
Reflecting on navigating stigma in the 80s, 90s and early 2000s
Cannabis “Hip-story,” prohibition & targeting specific communities
The origin story of cannabis
What is cannabis useful for?
Terpenes and aromatics in cannabis
Why cannabis is so confusing for consumers
What you actually need to know when choosing a cannabis strain
THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids
Staying open and curious while navigating cannabis
The spirit of cannabis and teaching style of cannabis
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
01 Apr 2022
027 | Kambo: Everything You Need to Know
01:22:38
Welcome to the Everything You Need To Know About Kambo episode with Lana & Zoey! Over the break between Season 1 & 2 Zoey became a certified Kambo Practitioner (in Bali). Zoey is certified through the International Association of Kambo Practitioners (IAKP). In this episode you will learn all about the magic and healing powers of Kambo (Frog Medicine). Even though Kambo is not a psychedelic we both felt there is a space for Kambo in the Modern Psychedelics conversation, as it is a powerful Amazonian medicine that is to be further understood and used in reverence. SO, may this answer all of your burning questions!
BIG LOVE, Lana & Zoey
What we talked about:
What/Who is Kambo
The surprising story of how Kambo was discovered in Amazonia
Benefits of Kambo and why people might use it
The science behind Kambo and the peptides it contains
Potential risks, contra-indications and things to consider before working with Kambo
The connection between Kambo and Psychedelic medicine
Ethical considerations around Kambo
The importance of working with an IAKP certified practitioner and how it safeguards and protects Kambo frogs
How Kambo has been successfully studied in labs outside of the amazon
What you can expect from a Kambo experience and ceremony
Zoey’s personal relationship and lessons from Kambo
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
The recreational use of psychedelics is a deeply meaningful experience for many people yet there is a lot of shame around it. The spiritual community loves to knock partying as “low vibe” which is downright incorrect; some of my most beautiful memories have been at parties and on dance floors. These FUN experiences are equally as valid as the therapeutic ones.
It's time to break the stigma around the recreational use of psychedelics.
This episode is an important listen regardless of whether you party with psychedelics or not. By consuming this information you will be a part of breaking the stigma around ALL types of intentional and safe psychedelic use. As long as we are educated, safe and intentional, there is nothing wrong with psychedelics in a recreational context. In fact, it can enrich our lives and provide deep meaning and connections.
I brought on two of my friends and dance floor comrades, Jenalle and Kevin, to explore this topic. Jenny is doing amazing work in the psychedelic space with her journal company, Wakeful Travel—a ceremony-companion company that works with wakeful partners to provide tools that aid in transformation and self-exploration. Kevin is a creative director and a true champion of the party spirit. He brightens up my life in with his playful spirit.
Both guests are intentional in every part of their lives, including partying. This episode embodies the spirit of an unforgettable party—it’s fun, light and goofy, even while exploring the more serious considerations around partying and drugs.
Topics covered in this episode:
How the history of house music + rave culture parallels the story of psychedelics
Integrating meaningful dance floor experiences and insights into everyday life
How electronic music, intentional community and psychedelics all come together to create a very special experience
The crossover between recreational and therapeutic use: the dance floor as a therapeutic experience and form of release
Fun, goofiness, play and shenanigans for the sake of fun, without making it about healing
Balancing partying with medicine work and life
Intentionality, moderation, safety and mindfulness when partying
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
14 Jul 2023
062 | 6 Months Post-Iboga: My Integration Process & 10 Ways My Life Has Changed
00:27:00
It’s been six months since I experienced Iboga and to say life is different is an understatement. Iboga was the line in the sand for me. In short, life is better, simpler, easier and happier. In today’s episode, I am exploring 10 ways that my life has changed after Iboga. I am also letting you in on how the integration journey has been for me.
What I talked about:
All the ways I have simplified my life
How I am connecting with nature and letting it guide my life
The pressure is off; I can just be myself
How my relationships have improved and changed
Going from spiritual seeking to seeing
Increased self worth and becoming ready for love and partnership
How my relationship to my mind and thoughts has improved
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
30 Jun 2023
060 | My Experience with Shipibo Ayahuasca: Learning to Trust My Gut (at Reunion Experience)
00:30:51
PUBLISHERS NOTE: As of January 2024, I can no longer recommend Reunion as a place to experience plant medicine. See full statement HERE.
In this episode, I am sharing about my first experience sitting with Shipibo Ayahuasca, and my first time working with a direct lineage. This was a completely new medicine and experience for me, and despite going feeling disconnected to Ayahuasca, I had a very powerful and beautiful experience.
After 30+ sits with a different lineage of this medicine, I finally got to meet the spirit of Ayahuasca. I received so many beautiful treasures and gifts about trusting myself, healing my gut, and how to walk in reverence and respect.
What I talked about:
First impressions at Reunion Experience in Costa Rica
The Shipibo style of Ayahuasca ceremony
Receiving Ikaros (sacred songs) from the Maestras
Navigating my doubts and disconnection with Ayahuasca medicine
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
04 Aug 2023
064 | The Beauty & Significance of Life on Earth w/ Shipibo Ayahuasca
00:51:53
PUBLISHERS NOTE: As of January 2024, I can no longer recommend Reunion as a place to experience plant medicine. See full statement HERE.
In this episode, I am sharing about my first experience sitting with Shipibo Ayahuasca, and my first time working with a direct lineage. This is part two, so if you haven’t listened to part 1, go back to episode 60 before hitting play!
This episode goes in depth about the second half of my week in Costa Rica with the Peruvian Maestas Ynes, Lila and Laura of the Lopez-Sanchez lineage. The third ceremony was full of so many lessons, gems and treasures. I left this experience full of love and gratitude to experience the beauty of life on Earth.
I also give you guys my honest review of Reunion Experience in Costa Rica (spoiler alert: I absolutely loved it). If you are curious about Reunion and have more questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to me and I will answer you!
What I talked about:
Embodying the medicine path
My 3rd Shipibo Ayahuasca ceremony with the intention of health
Learning to listen to my body, not just hear it
Reflecting on healing charkas centers of the body with Ayahuasca
Understanding connection to nature through food
Learning the type of environment that is best for me
Learning into my unique gifts and the importance of spiritual protection
The incredible significance of life on Earth
My honest review of Reunion Experience in Costa Rica
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
07 May 2021
014 | Giovanni Bartolomeo: Breathwork and Psychedelics, Spiritual Entrepreneurship, and Coming Out of the Psychedelic Closet
01:18:03
Welcome to the podcast, Giovanni! Lana met G through her ayahuasca circle, and immediately understood why he was so wildly adored by EVERYONE. Giovanni is a Wim Hoff certified breathwork facilitator, founder of Elemental Rythym Breathwork, entrepreneur, and content creator. Giovanni is deep in the world of psychedelics - so much so that he created a documentary, entitled "Psyched Out." Tune in and expand your consciousness!
What we talked about:
Giovanni’s spiritual path
Listening to and answering the call of intuition
How Giovanni came to breathwork
Creating a documentary about psychedelics
Healing through psychedelics
Wim Hoff Breathwork and Giovanni’s training with Wim
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
23 Apr 2021
012 | Michael Sanders: Lessons from Ayahuasca, Spiritual Entrepreneurship, The Power of Play, and Freedom in Blockchain
01:12:13
This week Michael Sanders lets us in on how his life completely changed after just three deep Ayahuasca journeys in the Amazon. Michael is a blockchain entrepreneur, an advocate of play, and the author of the best-selling Ayahuasca: An Executive's Enlightenment. Tune in to be totally inspired!
What we talked about:
The dark night of the soul that led Michael to Ayahuasca
Michael’s ayahuasca ceremony storytime from the Amazon
How Ayahuasca presented herself in the dreamspace
Profound lessons from the medicine
How Michael channeled his bestselling book
The power of synchronicities on the spiritual path
Entrepreneurship, making money & spirituality
How to play every day and live a liberated life
Growing a startup as a spiritual individual
The crossover between psychedelics & blockchain
What is blockchain and how is it changing our world?
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
20 Feb 2021
003 | Manesh Girn: The Science of Psychedelics, Consciousness, and Mystical Experiences with The Psychedelic Scientist
00:56:20
Welcome, Manesh Girn - AKA The Psychedelic Scientist - to the podcast! Manesh is doing his Ph.D in Neuroscience with a focus on the Default Mode Network and Psychedelics! If you are ready to expand your understanding of psychedelic neuroscience, go ahead and press play. In this episode, we talk about:
Manesh’s work with Robin Carhart-Harris
The Default Mode Network and Neuroplasticity
Ego dissolution and mystical experiences
The lack of research in microdosing psychedelics
The similarities and differences between the four classic psychedelics
Expectation effects around psychedelic experiences
The complicated neuropharmacology of Iboga
Why Iboga and other psychedelics are so effective for treating addiction
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
18 Jun 2021
020 | Yossef Sagi: Spiritual Sovereignty, Sexual Expression, and Radical Embodiment
01:03:01
Yossef Sagi empowers us to step into our power as sovereign beings during this conversation. His range of certifications - from life coaching to tantric energy work - along with his transformational story makes for a wildly inspiring conversation. When all seemed lost for Yossef, it was actually sex and drugs that saved him and brought him onto his path of leading others to find their place in their world as spiritually sovereign beings. Join us in this episode to awaken the power, light, and truth within.
What we talked about:
Plant medicine journeys with several different substances, aka a “layered approach”
Trusting the facilitators guiding plant medicine experiences
Identifying intuition and the call to plant medicine
Learning gurus, plants, and everything around us
The Universe is your mirror - it’s all within you
Spiritual sovereignty and sexual expression
Creative and sexual expression while practicing sacred celibacy
Yossef’s journey with depression, suicidal ideation, and learning from depression
Ancestral healing and releasing trauma for your parents
Trauma is stored within the body and the 5 different types of bodies
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
12 Mar 2021
006 | Courtney Barnes: The Road to Legalizing Psychedelics
00:49:22
Welcome, Courtney Barnes from Barnes Caplan LLP to the podcast! Courtney is a passionate criminal justice and drug policy reform advocate. Courtney serves as State Policy Advisor for Decriminalize Nature, and has extensive experience drafting and helping to implement state and local policy change relating to the regulation of cannabis and the decriminalization of psychedelics. In this episode we talk about:
Courtneys impressive accomplishments in the space of cannabis and psychedelic advocacy
Mistakes that happened with Cannabis and how cannabis is paving the way for psychedelics
The primary issues that are most important for creating a future regulatory environment for psychedelics
Equitable access and equitable opportunity
Legalization vs. Decriminalization
Importance of public knowledge and acceptance for the movement for psychedelics
Why both the clinical therapeutic model and community access models will be beneficial upon legalization
How Courtney got involved in decriminalization
De-stigmatization around mental health with psychedelics
The legality around microdosing and how to know if it’s legal in your country
Legal hurdles for psychedelics
Why Courtney continues to fight for the legalization of psychedelics
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
25 Jun 2021
021 | Jinica Torrez: From Suicidal Ideation to Soul Liberation with Iboga
01:02:54
Join us in welcoming Jinica Torrez to the mic today! You are about to learn through the sharing of her journey what beautiful light she is. From the age of 13, Jinica experienced traumatic sexual abuse, and history repeated itself when she found herself in an unwilling sexual relationship with a shaman later in life. From almost taking her own life to finding Iboga, Jinica has risen from the ashes like a phoenix. TW: This conversation contains dialogue around childhood sexual abuse and suicidal ideation.
What we talked about:
Jinica’s story of childhood sexual abuse
How Jinica’s reality was denied for years, and how she finally got her justice
How Jinica followed her dream to become an exotic animal trainer
Jinica’s experience with suicidal ideation and finally finding Iboga
Being initiated by the Bwiti as an Iboga apprentice shaman
Crossing the student-teacher line: sexual relationships with shamans
5-MeO-DMT as a homecoming
Working with Iboga and experiencing 20 years of therapy in one week
Psychedelic ceremonies that are “not beautiful”
The future of psychedelic psychotherapy and this emerging industry
Tips for how to find a well-meaning shaman and medicine tribe
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
08 Jul 2022
041 | The Path Towards Greater Inclusivity and Racial Justice in the Psychedelic Space with Brittany Simone
00:59:26
In today's episode we speak with Brittany Simone, a wellness educator, speaker, and mentor specializing in breathwork, yoga therapy, and sound therapy. Brittany believes that well-being is our birth right, and as such, it is our responsibility to take an active role in our own wellness. She is the creator of The Practice by Brittany Simone; a wellness and experiential platform designed to support the mind body soul connection. She is also the co-creator of The Werk Podcast, a safe space to support the decolonization of wellness and spiritual SPACES.
What we talked about:
How Brittany was brought to the psychedelics as a tool for healing
Brittany’s work as a DEI Program Manager and course work in yoga therapy
The need for more education and awareness in the healing arts about trauma specific to the BIPOC community
How to create a psychedelic space that is more representative of BIPOC communities in a way that honour their unique
The path towards more freedom for all in the psychedelic space
How the spiritual community catalyze change for racial justice and inclusivity
Actions to take in order to create a more inclusive psychedelic space
How to speak about “oneness” while still validating the divisiveness and harm that’s been done to marginalized groups
Common spiritual bypassing tactics in spiritual and psychedelic spaces and ways to validate people of colour in the space
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
20 Oct 2023
072 | Psychedelic Professionals Need To Actually Do Psychedelics + 2023 Policy Updates
01:10:42
Courtney Barnes is a attorney in the psychedelic & cannabis space. She thought she was "good" ... until she wasn't. Today, she is sharing her story of taking a step back from lawyering, in order to go inward. She shares about how her recent Ibogaine & Ayahuasca journeys have illuminated the depth of this work. As a result, she is better able to understand the nuances of policy and regulation around psychedelics.
One of the important lessons she learned is the importance of incorporating preparation, integration & harm reduction within policy frameworks. Her story shows how important it is for people in the psychedelic space to have an understanding of psychedelic altered states , as we’re creating a totally new medical and therapeutic paradigm unlike ever before.
This episode is a testament to how important it is for people working in the psychedelic space -- especially within regulatory roles -- to actually understand what its like to go deep with psychedelics. Courtney also provides listeners with the latest updates in policy and regulation.
Topics covered:
Courtney’s recent Ayahuasca ceremony and healing the divine feminine
How ibogaine treatment catalyzed her spiritual awakening
Taking a step back from work while going inwards to heal trauma
How Courtney’s healing break has informed her Psychedelic Advocacy work
Learning to go beyond logic as a Lawyer
Updates on legalization & decriminalization of psychedelics
How voter initiatives have been changing the psychedelic legal landscape
Oregon Model: The regulated access model for psilocybin
Accessibility to psychedelic therapy, as it’s rolling out in North America
Updates to equitable access and equal opportunity
Updates in law enforcement implementation of decriminalization policies
Where harm reduction and psycho-education fits into policy development
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
11 Aug 2023
065 | Ketamine 101: Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy & Making Treatment Accessible with Dr. Kyle Greenway
01:09:18
It’s the ketamine episode you’ve been waiting for! Ketamine is not technically a (classic) psychedelic, yet it behaves like one. Many researchers and scientists in the psychedelic space consider it to be a psychedelic, and are applying the psychedelic assisted psychotherapy model to its use.
This episode is a treasure trove of information for those who are considering ketamine for treatment, and those who want to learn more about this “chameleon” drug. Delivering this information is Dr. Kyle Greenway; a highly respected ketamine researcher and psychiatrist. He keeps a low profile, so it was truly special to have him on the show.
Dr. Greenway is a psychiatrist and assistant professor at McGill University. He completed a research fellowship at Imperial's psychedelic research centre and co-led the development of two academic clinics utilizing ketamine in treatment-resistant depression. These clinics are amongst the only services in the world to provide ketamine-assisted therapy in public healthcare systems.
Beyond his academic accolades, Dr. Greenway is very fun to learn from. I promise you that even though this conversation is highly academic, we had a lot of fun talking about serious subject matter.
Topics covered:
What is Ketamine? & its history
Why Ketamine is so dose-dependent
Why Ketamine is a “chameleon” drug
How Ketamine started to be used for mental health conditions
Ketamine vs classic psychedelics
The “after glow” / anti-depressive effect
Risks with abusing ketamine, such as “ketamine bladder”
Who and what ketamine is effective for
Why the “inner healing intelligence” might be harmful
What a ketamine treatment protocol looks like
The future of psychedelic assisted therapy and ketamine
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
06 May 2022
032 | The Nuances of Psychedelic Science with Manesh Girn (AKA The Psychedelic Scientist)
01:04:12
In today's episode we speak with the incredible Manesh Girn, also known as the "Psychedelic Scientist." If you enjoy episodes geared towards the science of psychedelics you are going to both love this episode and have your mind blown. Manesh was a guest on Season 1 and you all loved this episode so much we knew we had to bring him back! We have a feeling this episode is going to be a community favourite as well. Enjoy!
What we talked about:
What Manesh is currently studying in the realm of Psychedelic research
Why Manesh has become more conservative in approaching Psychedelic science
Non-specific amplifiers, the entourage effect and expectancy effects
How psychedelic use amplified the placebo effect
Obstacles & challenges that are unique to psychedelic science
The bio-psycho-social framework for psychedelic research
Pragmatic clinical trials
The (Michael) “Pollan” Effect
The Therapeutic Alliance, The Emotional Breakthrough Inventory, Mystical Experience Questionnaire, and Psychological Insight Inventory
The goal of psychedelic science and coming up with better models
Key points to share with others about psychedelic science
The chemical imbalance theory and the issue with pathologizing
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
09 Aug 2024
102 | Psychedelics & Nutrition: Simple Tips to Improve Your Gut Health During Psychedelic Integration
01:03:58
I don’t know about you, but my journey with nutrition and healthy eating has been in tandem with my psychedelic healing journey. In this episode, I am joined by Krista, a registered holistic nutritionist specializing in digestive health and the mind-gut connection. Krista, who does not engage with psychedelics, offers a unique perspective on holistic health, emphasizing the importance of individualized nutrition and gut health.
The conversation provides education around gut health and the spiritual and emotional aspects of holistic nutrition. Krista gives us five practical tips for incorporating healthier eating habits into daily life. This episode offers valuable advice for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being during their psychedelic integration process.
Topics Covered & Time Stamps:
01:36 Introduction to holistic nutrition, gut health and elimination diets
04:17 Krista’s personal health journey and career shift
07:41 The connection between spirituality and physical health
10:50 Lana’s experience with an elimination diet with Krista
15:11 The connection between psychedelics and nutrition
16:49 Gut health and how it relates to mental health
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
05 Dec 2022
045 | My First Iboga Ceremony At Iboga Wellness (My Most Powerful Psychedelic Experience Yet!)
01:23:39
To put it succinctly: Iboga gave me what I have been looking for and it was by far the most life changing experience in my 31 years. This is a beautiful medicine that has taken me by surprise, captivated me, and blessed my life. I have never been so excited to share a podcast episode with you all! It’s an honor to be sharing this experience with you today. Bassé.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
10 Nov 2023
074 | Kanna: Supporting Depression & Anxiety with This Legal, Safe & Researched Plant Medicine w/ Ryan Latreille
01:11:21
Could this succulent from South Africa be a daily ally for managing anxiety and depression? Research says yes. Some of the active alkaloids found in Kanna have been well researched and are now prescribed for treating such mental health conditions. Not only is Kanna well researched, it is also legal and has very low risk profile.
Kanna is an empathogen, meaning it increases feelings of connection and empathy towards oneself and others. Rather than being a deep and intense psychedelic experience, Kanna is more often used as a gentle daily support. While it has been used ceremonially in high doses within indigenous cultures, Kanna also offers support as a supplement (microdose) rather than a high dose experience.
Delivering all this fascinating information to us is Ryan Latreille, founder of TWO Kanna companies. He tell us everything we need to know about this plant, in addition to how it has a use case in recreational settings, replacing other more toxic substances. We also cover indigenous use, contraindications, empathogens vs psychedelics, and so much more!
I am SO excited about Kanna, and I know you will be too after listening to this episode. Don't forget to share it with a friend who might find this information valuable!
Topics covered:
Ryan’s story and how he got involved with Kanna
What is kanna?
Kanna as a therapeutic for depression and anxiety
Kanna as a recreational experience
How the Khoi and San people have traditionally worked with Kanna
How Kanna Extract Co is working with traditional communities in South Africa
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
19 May 2023
059 | 5 Things You Might Not Know About Psychedelic Integration
00:32:36
Psychedelic integration is deeply personal. There's no guidebook. There's no right or wrong way to do it, but there are a few things that we can keep in mind to really make the most out of these powerful experiences. Today I am sharing five things you might not know about integration, and coaching prompts to take your process deeper.
We want to make sure that we are educated about and prioritizing integration. Whether you are experiencing psychedelics in a clinical, ceremonial, or recreational container, integration is essential if you really wanna make the most out of the experience.
What I talked about:
There is no destination, there is only the journey
How to maintain judgment over curiosity during integration
Meaning-making matters & how to create powerful meaning
Differentiating Truth from perception
Taking action AND allowing insights to deepen
Creating space for insights to deeper and the path forward to reveal itself
Giving the psychedelic integration process time and space
Integration that happens within a psychedelic experience or ceremony
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
28 Jul 2023
063 | Psychedelics Aren’t A Quick Fix: How To Lean In & Enjoy The Journey (The Journey 001)
01:08:19
Welcome to The Journey: A series that shines a light on real people on their psychedelic journey. In this episode, I am interviewing my dear coaching client, Samantha Mlinar, about her psychedelic journey. She shares very generously about her fierce transformation over the last year.
Sam has cleared and transformed so many energy blocks around people pleasing, the inner critic, body image, mediocre wellness, and attachments to outcomes. She has been able to use psychedelics, coaching and other tools to move forward fiercely in her career, romantic relationship, friendships, and other areas.
The Psychedelic Path is all about discovering who you are and finding the tools that work for YOU. Sams journey of letting go of what wasn’t meant for her and opening up to new possibilities will inspire anyone who is feeling stuck.
Topics covered:
How Sams religious upbringing set the stage for psychedelic exploration
Working through people pleasing and over-giving
Creating space for oneself to grow
Releasing black and white thinking and the need to be right
How to blend psychedelic experiences with coaching
Learning there are not quick fixes, rather to enjoy the process
Releasing attachment to outcomes and becoming the observer
Balancing a psychedelic lifestyle with other tools and life
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
11 Oct 2024
109 | Flow State, Upgrading Core Beliefs, Listening to Intuition & Stepping Into Your Sparkle (The Journey 004)
01:11:07
In this fourth episode of The Journey series, I interview a former coaching client, Kimberly, who shares her transformative journey of integrating coaching with her Plant Path. Based in New York City, Kimberly shares her connection to her intuition, her dedication to the natural world, and her efforts to build a community space for healing. Through her diet with the master plants, Noya Rao and Ayahuasca, and subsequent coaching, she explores moving from healing to transformation and the importance of intuition and energetic flow state.
Together, we discuss the nuances of energy work, the significance of integration, and the interplay between shadow work and entrepreneurial pursuits. Kimberly emphasizes the importance of rest, community, and listening to one's body in the integration process. As a student at Columbia University, she teaches others how to excavate their inner knowing while building her project, HAI House, a community space to offer integrative healing services. The episode concludes with Kimberly reflecting on her ongoing journey and the importance of living a fully integrated life.
Topics Covered:
Kimberly’s story of devotion to the Plant Path
The journey of moving from healing into transformation
Managing city living while being on the Plant Path
How coaching supported Kimberly’s Ayahuasca integration
Coming into coaching when you’re already in an expanded state
Cultivating a genuine connection to intuition
Stillness and awareness as key practices to intuitive living
The importance of sitting with your sparkle and light
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
21 May 2021
016 | Myths About Psychedelics
00:35:20
Things are not always as they seem... especially when psychedelics are involved. Join your hosts for today's episode all about the myths of psychedelics and plant medicines. We have learned so much along the way, and today we are sharing some of the greatest reframes that we have done since we started our journeys.
What we talked about:
The expectation of having a one-time-wonder experience
The monkey-mind and its expectations
Tuning into your internal compass and intuition
Time in-between ceremonies: knowing when to take a break to integrate, and also when to continue sitting with medicine
Visions in ceremonies
The myth of the “bad trip” and reframing challenging experiences
The two categories of “bad trips”
The myth of psychedelics being a magic pill. YOU are the medicine!
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
21 Jun 2024
098 | MDMA for Relational Healing & How Psychedelics Improve Therapeutic Capacity w/ Dr. Anne Wagner
01:13:19
I take so much care in selecting guests for the show, and Dr. Anne Wagner is no exception. Dr. Anne Wagner is a psychologist, therapist, researcher, and founder of Remedy Institute in Toronto. Anne has developed an understanding of herself as a bridge between worlds – between research and practice, community and academia, non-ordinary states and our daily lives, and different modalities of therapy.
Expect to hear about cutting-edge MDMA research in a truly heart-centered conversation. Anne shares about her personal history with MDMA and psychedelics, and how that work has made her a better therapist (and person).
Also, join me in welcoming Kev G (producer of the show!) to the hosting mic. Together, Anne and Kev are bringing you a conversation that is not only educational and inspiring, but also real, humble and graceful. Hang out until the end for some amazing banter around fear, fearlessness, creativity, and love.
Topics Covered:
Creating a clinic for mental wellness that self-funds research
Innovation in mental wellness within strict regulatory systems
Anne’s firsthand experience of the therapeutic potential of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy
Why Anne was convinced that MDMA is an effective therapeutic tool
How psychedelics have made Anne a better psychotherapist
Creating containers for psychedelic work & the integration process
How to make the most out of psychedelic work and integration
MDMA therapy for relational work to heal shared PTSD
Foundational skills to cultivate before embarking on MDMA couples therapy
How MDMA therapy helps couples work through relational fears
The purpose of fear & how it shows up in creativity
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
It’s time to lift the snobbery of the psychedelic space and accept that recreational spaces are just as valid, beautiful, healing and meaningful as ceremonial or therapeutic spaces. Creating meaningful recreational experiences comes down to pscyho-education, preparation, following harm reduction protocols, set, and setting (no surprise there).
Join me for this incredible episode with DanceSafe, a non-profit committed to ending the drug war and promoting health and safety within nightlife and music communities.
Jessica Breemen, Chief Growth & Impact Officer at DanceSafe, gives us important risk reduction and benefit maximization information for the recreational setting. The purpose of this episode is to provide accurate and potentially life saving information information; it is not intended to promote drug use, rather, to shine a light on the reality of recreational containers, which is so far from the “drug-war” narrative.
As we move into social acceptance of psychedelics, I believe that it’s crucial that we do not stigmatize certain types of use while allowing others. Humans have been altering their consciousness with a wide variety of substances forever, and will continue to do so. It makes no sense to gatekeep and stigmatize certain substances while allowing other largely toxic and harmful ones — alcohol — to be so freely used and accepted.
Topics covered:
This history and mission behind DanceSafe
Stigmas and myths about recreational drug use
The reality of adulteration and how to reduce risk
Early signs of dependency & problematic use to look out for
Harm reduction tips to employ for all substances
Risk education & benefit maximization protocols for MDMA, Ketamine, LSD and Mushrooms
The importance of mindset and community when engaging in recreational psychedelics
How to properly “test before you ingest” with reagents
What you need to know about Fentanyl
The sacredness of (safe) nightlife culture/the rave & why preserving it is important
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
19 Mar 2021
007 | Our Ayahuasca Preparation & Integration Process
00:46:52
Today Lana and Zoey are sharing all about how they integrate ayahuasca ceremonies. They take you through their entire process from preparing for the ceremony to integrating all the teachings and blessings. They give you some powerful tips for making the most out of each experience In this episode we talk about:
The process of preparing for an ayahuasca ceremony and the Dieta
Anchoring the day with a morning and evening routine
Hape as an integration tool
Microdosing psilocybin as an integration tool and being initiative about microdosing
The role of listening to music during integration
Integrating new diet choices after messages received during a ceremony
Staying in contact with your medicine tribe
Therapy and coaching as a support
Listening to yourself and following your intuition while walking this path
Building trust with the Universe
How our boundaries have changed since we started working with the plants
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
01 Mar 2024
082 | What It Takes To Become an Excellent Psychedelic Coach w/ Being True To You
01:19:43
As the psychedelic space is growing, demand for trained professionals is expected to increase. One way to work in the psychedelic space is as a coach, like myself. With so many coach trainings out there now, it can be hard to choose the best one, which is why I’ve done that for you! I am thrilled to announce that I am going through the Being True To You coach training this year, and sharing the entire journey with you.
Today’s guest is Deanne Adamson, the founder and CEO of Being True To You, which she started 14 years ago. Being True To You provides both coaching services and comprehensive coach training for the psychedelic space. Deanne has a masters in mental health and counseling and over the last 10 years has found her passion and mission to help people transcend states of suffering through personal transformation.
This episode is a real treat for anyone thinking about taking the leap into becoming a psychedelic preparation and integration coach. We cover the Being True To You program, the potential of the coaching industry, and what it takes to be a true pro at the coaching profession. If you’d like to join me in the Spring 2024 cohort, use the link below to get in touch with their team and use LANA for $250 off.
Topics Covered:
Deanne’s leap from being a licensed mental health councillor to building a coaching business
How shortcomings in the medical model inspired Being True To You
The importance of preparation and integration support
Why coaching and psychedelics are the perfect pairing for transformation
Parallels between the coaching container and the psychedelic experience
What to expect in the Being True To You Coach Training
The phenomenon of addiction and states of suffering
The difference between healing and transformation
The importance of cultivating neutrality as a coach
Why a coach needs to have a good character and what that means
The personal transformation that takes place during a coach training program
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
28 Apr 2023
057 | Moving Slowly Through Psychedelic Integration & Devotion to the Medicine Path
01:12:15
Returning guest Ruby Fremon (episode 29) has gone through 2 more traditional Shipibo dietas in the Amazon with master plant teachers Ayahuasca and Ayahuma.
As Ruby has ventured deeper on her path with Grandmother Ayahuasca, her understanding of devotion, the integration process, and intention setting has deepened as well. We drop in together to explore the nuances that give listeners pro-level tips for navigating the medicine journey.
Topics covered:
Ruby’s experience dieting master plant Ayahuma and Ayahuasca
What its like to diet Amazonian master plants in the jungle of Peru
Navigating the nature of duality (good and evil) in humanity
The importance moving slowly during psychedelic integration
How to create space for the integration process
Devotion versus discipline on the medicine path
Leaning into the healing journey even when its difficult or “taking too long”
How expectations and attachment to outcomes limits the medicine journey
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
27 Jan 2023
049 | My 2nd Iboga Ceremony: Finding True Peace + Ayahausca vs. Iboga (At Iboga Wellness Center)
00:55:38
"Iboga shows you the truth. And when you see the truth you’re not confused anymore. And when you’re not confused anymore, life becomes easier and lighter."
The highly anticipated part 2 of my Iboga experience is here! If you missed part 1, I suggest you listen to that first over at episode 45. I recorded this two months after this experience and my love and respect for this medicine continues to deepen. This was a life changing, life affirming experience and I don't think I will ever be the same after iboga.
In this episode, I share about the second iboga ceremony at Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. It was a wildly different experience from the first one, and I learned about what true inner peace means and how to access it. The beautiful thing about this experience was that I was already starting to integrate new behaviours during the retreat.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, firstly, to the Bwiti people who have opened their doors to Westerners, and allowing us to receive the iboga medicine and learn about the bwiti way of living. Thank you to Levi & Iboga Wellness for such a beautiful, safe and transformational experience. Thank you to the land & and Earth. Lastly, thank you to all the people involved with holding iboga & bwiti in reverence, and especially to those working to safeguard both the sacred wood and the bwiti culture. I bow to you. Bassé!
If you want to learn more or visit Iboga Wellness Center, visit their website or get in touch with Levi HERE.
What I talked about:
Precautions, disclaimers, and sustainability issues around working with iboga
Recounting days 4-8 at Iboga Wellness Center
Accessing ultimate peace of mind in my second ceremony
Battling the ego that wants a “cool” psychedelic experience
Releasing expectations around who I am supposed to be and moving into who I really am
Reflections on my ceremonies, two months later
How iboga is a “scrubber” medicine, providing a clean slate
Similarities and differences between Ayahausca and Iboga
Answering some of your questions about my experience
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
12 May 2023
058 | Iboga Sustainability Issues: Building A Bridge Between Gabon, Africa & the West
00:59:09
Anyone who has worked with Iboga (or ibogaine) or is feeling the call will gain a lot of valuable information in this episode. It’s not a secret that there are severe sustainability issues with this powerful medicine. Not only is the medicine (the Iboga tree) being threatened, but so is the cultural heritage underpinning it.
Blessings of the Forest (BOTF) is non-profit organization working on the ground with the Gabonese to preserve, research and share knowledge about the medicinal plants and indigenous traditions of the Gabonese forest people for the benefit of all of humanity. Their impact is beyond planting iboga trees: they are working with the Gabonese to define and uphold right relationship with Westerners who want to work with Iboga.
This is a beautiful episode full of nuanced information about Iboga, Bwiti and Gabon. I interviewed David Nassim, BOTF’s co-director, who was so generous in his sharing. He took us through how the Western World has put a huge strain on access to Iboga for the Gabonese, and offers solutions such as upholding the Nagoya protocol, Voacanga Africana as a sustainable ibogaine alternative, and more importantly, really listening to what the Gabonese want and need.
Please donate to BOFT, with only 30 Euros you can sponsor an Iboga tree to be planted in Gabon. If you have worked with Iboga, it’s advised that you sponsor 3-5 trees.
PRODUCTION NOTE: The last few minutes of David’s mic is lower quality, but hang in there for his parting words of wisdom.
Topics covered:
Iboga sustainability & supply line issues that inspired the formation of Blessings of the Forest
How the Western World has put a huge strain on access to Iboga for the Gabonese
Voacanga Africana as a sustainable ibogaine alternative
How Blessings of the Forest is working on the ground with the Gabonese
What the West can learn from the Bwiti way of living
The current process of defining what reciprocity looks like for the Gabonese
How to support BOTF, the Gabonese and Iboga sustainability
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
02 Apr 2021
009 | Tricia Eastman: Iboga & The Bwiti: Origins of Iboga, How It Is Used & Ancestral Healing
01:10:30
Tricia is a remarkable woman with a powerful story of personal healing. She is a trained Iboga Provider who has been initiated by the Bwiti in Gabon, Africa. Iboga is a sacred and ancient medicine that grows indigenous only in Gabon. This episode is packed with information about this medicine, ancestral healing, and working with sacred medicines in a Western setting.
Tricia’s journey becoming a facilitator of Iboga
The process of getting initiated by the Bwiti
What an Iboga ceremony experience is like
The ancient traditions and rituals in the Bwiti
How Bwiti view the Western world and illness
Sustainability and black market issues around Iboga
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
20 Feb 2021
002 | Carlos Duran: How to Work and Evolve With Sacred Plant Medicines
00:58:43
Join us in welcoming our first guest to the podcast, Carlos Duran. Carlos is a co-founder of Four Visions Market, an online marketplace that connects the Western path-walker with the Amazonian tools their path requires. Join us for this inspiring heart-centered interview.
In this episode we talk about:
The story of Four Visions Market and their mission
Carlos’ work with Magic Fund Amazon and cultural reciprocity
Carlos’ personal story of profound transformation
The role of plant teachers along Carlos’ path
Embracing all the tools that the divine creator left for us
Tips for how you can connect and work with plant medicines
Working with plant medicines from the heart (not the mind)
Why Carlos believes cultural appropriation doesn't exist with plant medicine
Why we will never lose the sacredness of plant medicines
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
24 Feb 2023
051 | Re-Imagining Psychedelics for Creativity, Problem Solving & Authenticity w/ Laura Dawn
01:37:15
Flow Formula is here! This is our signature 8-week microdosing program. It is a live community-oriented coaching program elevated through the practice of microdosing. Enrolment is now open until March 14, 2023, go ahead and book a call with me if you're interested in joining us. If you have been looking for a supportive and value-packed microdosing program, we would love to have you. We're honoured to have Laura Dawn teaching a masterclass inside of Flow Formula!
If you haven't come across Laura Dawn yet, you are in for a treat! She has deeply integrated and developed her thought leadership, having been on the medicine path for 25 years. Her ability to speak into the essence of what it means to walk to medicine path is liberating to listen to.
Today's conversation turns the mainstream narrative of psychedelics for healing on its head. We explore the use of psychedelics for creativity, problem solving, and "be-friending" oneself.
Laura Dawn, M.Sc, is the host of The Psychedelic Leadership Podcast and Founder & Director of Grow Medicine. She has a Masters in Science specializing in Creativity & Change Leadership and is at the forefront of exploring the intersection between psychedelics and creative cognition for leadership development.
You are going to be so ignited and inspired by this conversation!
Topics covered:
Laura’s 25 years of experiences on the medicine path
The medicine path as an exploration of courage, authenticity and vulnerability
Boundary pushing and challenging paradigms with psychedelics
The intersection of psychedelics, creativity and leadership
Challenging the mainstream lens through which we view psychedelics
Set and setting for psychedelics for creative problem solving
Engaging with psychedelics using the 4 P’s of Creativity
Nature as a teacher of creativity
What it means to walk the medicine path: humility, integrity, alignment, and joy
Humor, lightness and levity on the medicine path
Show Links:
Flow Formula, 8-week microdosing program where Laura will be a guest teacher. Now enrolling until March 14!
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
19 Dec 2022
046 | Microdosing Psychedelics & Empowering Citizen Science w/ Dr. Jim Fadiman & Adam Bramlage
01:04:43
Two microdosing experts come together today to bring you a wealth of information on microdosing psychedelics. It was an honor to have Dr. Jim Fadiman, a psychedelic heavyweight, and Adam Bramlage, microdosing coach, on today. This conversation goes beyond the basics to deepen your awareness around the practice of microdosing, and affirms that we the people are taking back our power and right to psychedelic substances.
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Welcome back! Today we are talking about microdosing! This is a very popular topic and method of consuming psychedelics. In fact, microdosing a gentle entry into the world of psychedelics for many. Hit play to hear about our experience with microdosing in this short and sweet micro-episode! We chatted about:
What is a microdose?
What is a microdosing protocol?
Who typically microdoses?
How microdosing “lifted the veil” of depression
Our personal experiences
Productivity in relation to microdosing
Precautions for microdosing / the dark side of microdosing
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
11 Mar 2022
024 | We're Back! Life Updates & Launch-off to Season 2
01:03:58
Season Two of Modern Psychedelics is officially here and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you! In today's episode - or opening ceremony ;) - we give some personal life & healing updates since the last time you heard from us on the podcast. These updates are real, honest and vulnerable AND exciting! We've all been doing some deep work over the past year, as we're sure each of you out there have. We see you! Thank you all for choosing to sit in this ceremony with us, may Season Two be the best journey yet!
BIG LOVE, Lana & Zoey.
What we talked about:
Lana’s coaching certification journey
Lana’s journey to BC, and back home again
Ayahuasca ceremony updates from Lana
Spiritual lessons from friendships ending
Navigating the Dark Night of the Soul and the Saturn Return
Zoey experiencing Kambo medicine in Bali & becoming an IAKP Certified Practitioner
Mother Ayahuasca’s goodbye to Zoey
Zoey’s embodiment journey & healing her scoliosis
Zoey reaching out to her biological mother for the first time in 15 years
Things mentioned:
IPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching)
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Welcoming The Cannabinista for an engaging conversation around scarcely discussed cannabis topics. Anna Li, a prominent cannabis educator and content creator, delves into her journey with cannabis and the launch of her platform Cannabinista during the pandemic era. Anna shares insights into the nuanced benefits of cannabis for relaxation, post-workout recovery, and overcoming insomnia, as well as its complex role in promoting everyday mindfulness and empathy.
The (very fun) discussion highlights the challenges of addressing societal stigmas surrounding cannabis, the importance of mindful consumption, and the evolving landscape of cannabis culture and regulation. Anna also touches on the parallel dynamics between cannabis and psychedelics, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and education in dispelling long-standing myths and promoting informed, responsible use.
Topics Covered:
The inception of Cannabinista and Anna’s journey with cannabis
Benefits of using cannabis, from empathy to sex
Cultural acceptance of drugs and choosing to hide usage from parents
Presenting a different side of cannabis to the public
What makes a good cannabis educator in today’s age
Navigating censorship as a cannabis content creator
What is mindful consumption & making recreational experiences intentional
Pro tips to avoid the groggy cannabis hangover
The benefits of smoking organic craft flower
The pillars of mindful cannabis consumption
Pros and cons of different methods for consuming cannabis
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
04 Jun 2021
018 | Mariah Gannessa: Womanhood is Medicine, Return of the Great Feminine, and Yagé
01:08:00
This week's episode explores the overlap of womanhood and womb medicine + plant medicine. Mariah is a medicine woman and co-founder of the Four Visions Market. Mariah's work bridges the Western path-seeker with Amazonian spiritual tools the path requires. As a mother, daughter, & sister, she is a guardian of ancestral womb wisdom and is passionate about helping women to heal & awaken their own inner medicine & feminine power.
What we talked about:
The healing powers of menstruation
Plant medicine & womanhood
Working with plant medicine when menstruating or pregnant
The culture of yage medicine
Womb medicine
Resisting the moon time and how to honor the ceremony of menstruation
Mariah's work with the women of the Amazon
The industrialization of the plants
Sacred reciprocity and honoring the culture from where the medicines come
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
13 May 2022
033 | LSD & Bringing FUN and Celebration to Psychedelics with Lana Pribic
01:02:19
Hey Everyone! In today's episode Lana is interviewed by Zoey! Lana introduces us to a psychedelic we haven't spoken too much about on the podcast yet, and that is LSD. LSD has been both healing and FUN for Lana and we dive right into the origins of LSD and what it means to celebrate life with psychedelics.
What we talked about:
What is LSD?
How LSD was synthesized by Albert Hoffman
The Story of Albert Hoffmans legendary first LSD trip and bike ride
How LSD is typically taken and dosed
Similarities and differences between MDMA and LSD experiences, and LSD and Psilocybin
The come up and come down from LSD
Celebrating life with psychedelics
The safety triad: dose, set, and setting
Experiencing LSD is a party setting is a safe way
Lana’s first experience with LSD and how it helped her quit smoking
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
27 Oct 2023
073 | My First Psychedelic Ego Death: Embracing The Inner Darkness
00:45:22
Who knew that connection to music could get you to the point of having a psychedelic ego death and integrating your inner darkness? Or that a psychedelic experience at a music festival could help you understand the unintegrated darkness within humanity?
Today I am sharing the story of my very first psychedelic ego death, which lead to profound insights and new understanding of my own human depth. I touch on the mind & spiritual prep I did, setting, what I gained from the experience, and my integration process.
Topics covered:
There are no boundaries around how a meaningful psychedelic experience can happen
How I prepared my mindset and intentions for this experience
Losing myself in music & becoming music
Being the awareness that is simply observing
Falling in love with the darkness and my inner darkness
Integrating the inner darkness and “savage beast” within
The journey to wholeness includes integrating the darkness
Understanding the horrific integration of darkness within humanity
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
25 Oct 2024
110 | The Messy Reality of Psychedelics: Harsh Truths You Need to Know for Your Healing Journey
00:39:47
In this episode, we dive into the unspoken and messy realities of working with psychedelics. While many conversations focus on the profound healing and life-changing potential of these substances, this episode balances that narrative with some grounded real world truths. Lana explores how psychedelics offer us not a quick fix for our suffering, but rather a fulfilling lifelong journey of self-discovery and transformation that requires dedication and deep personal work. It’s a path that demands preparation, integration, and a willingness to confront difficult emotions and uncomfortable truths about oneself.
Throughout the episode, Lana emphasizes that psychedelics will often show you what you don’t want to see, and that healing is not always pleasant or straightforward. From the importance of integration to the understanding that sometimes psychedelics can make things worse before they get better, this discussion serves as a reality check for those considering psychedelics as part of their healing journey. If you're ready to hear the unsexy, raw side of psychedelics, this episode offers insights from Lana’s years of experience and from others on the path.
Topics Covered:
The need for some harsh and uncomfortable real world insights about psychedelics
Psychedelics are a doorway to a lifelong journey of self discovery and healing (not a quick fix)
The role of prep and integration to ground in the work
Why this work is inherently spiritual
Why science will never be able to fully understand psychedelics
Meeting your (uncomfortable) growth edge with psychedelics
Engaging in psychedelic work is a very personal decision
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
01 Sep 2023
067 | How to Have Healthy Boundaries w/ Recreational Psychedelics + Harm Reduction Tips
01:24:27
Join us for a FREE workshop all about Microdosing Psychedelics from the Energy of Flow. Save your seat for Sept 6: https://modernpsychedelics.net/workshop-flow-formula
This episode will inspire any one who wants to cherish the sacredness of partying in an energizing and fulfilling way. It's time to shed light on conscious, intentional and powerful recreational containers! We talk about set, setting, integration, intention, and everything else to consider for grooving successfully with psychedelics.
There is NOTHING WRONG with partying with psychedelics. Nothing. Not a thing. However, we are dealing with substances and spaces that can be easily abused, so there is a lot to keep in mind when engaging with psychedelics in this way. In today's episode, I am sharing the boundaries that I have created for myself to keep my recreational psychedelic containers healthy and energizing. I encourage anyone who engages in recreational contains to do the same.
Kev is joining me today to add some colorful commentary, and his take as a professional partier. We both share our top tips for festival self-care, harm reduction, safety, and of course, fun. This is a really really fun episode to tune into, truly a conversation between two friends; enjoy it!
Topics covered:
Recreational psychedelics to enhance the good, not numb the bad
Maintaining other hobbies & relationships outside of raving
Weakening the connection between electronic music and substances
Determining how and when to try and new substance
Having a “substance plan,” knowing interactions and dosages
Basic psycho-education for recreational substances
Wellness and supplementation practices
Creating party intentions for a meaningful experiences
Contributing to a culture of care & consent
How to be responsible & harm reduction as a safety net
Debriefing and reflecting on parties as integration
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
26 Apr 2024
090 | Healing Racial Trauma with Psychedelics + Diversifying Psychedelia w/ Dr. Monnica Williams
00:55:03
Dr. Monnica Williams is a professor at the University of Ottawa, where she holds the Canada Research Chair in mental health disparities. Her research is focused on mental health, race, racism and novel approaches to treatment. In this conversation, she is sharing about her research and tips for healing racial trauma based on the latest research.
She also offers a call to action for players in the psychedelic space to improve diversity at all levels. We also discuss what a culturally informed psychedelic experience looks like, and what to look for in a guide if you’re looking to heal racial trauma. This conversation offers support and hope for those who have been harmed by racial trauma. It also offers insights and language for those who aspire to be allies.
Topics Covered:
What is racial trauma?
Tools and research approaches that are applied to understand racial trauma
Treatments developed for racial trauma by Dr. Williams, including psychedelics
Community and group work versus individual treatment for racial trauma
Dr. Williams’ psychedelics for racial trauma research findings
Ideal set and setting when using psychedelics for healing racial trauma
How to vet your psychedelic guide for this work
A culturally informed psychedelic experience
Integrating a psychedelic experience when healing racial trauma
Intentional steps the psychedelic space can take to diversify
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
05 Jan 2024
078 | Support for Navigating Challenging Psychedelic Experiences w/ Jules Evans
01:04:37
What is a challenging psychedelic experience? It turns out that it’s incredibly subjective. What one person finds challenging or bad, another may see as a growth opportunity.
But the current rhetoric around psychedelics presents them as mostly always good, positive, healing and helpful experiences. Jules Evans is dedicated to shining a light on the harms, challenges and dangers of psychedelics.
In this episode, Jules’ takes us through the most common post-trip challenges and offer support for those navigating these challenges. These include but are not limited to: Derealization and depersonalization, post-ecstatic blues, and alienation. We also have a fascinating conversation around sense making, when psychedelics ignite an existential paradigm shift, and over-dogmatism when interpreting psychedelic experiences.
Jules is a a researcher, writer, historian of ideas and practical philosopher. He is interested in ideas and practices which help being suffer less and flourish more. He has written two books, and is currently devoting his energy to the Challenging Psychedelic Experiences Project — researching psychedelic harm reduction, ethics and integration. They are currently researching post-trip difficulties and what helps people deal with them.
Topics Covered:
Jules’ traumatic encounter with psychedelics
The good and bad of ecstatic experiences
How we relate to ecstatic experiences
Are challenging trips really always the most valuable?
What constitutes a “challenging” or “bad” trip?
Possible predictive factors for challenging experiences with psychedelics
Derealization and depersonalization after psychedelic experiences
Dealing with “post-ecstatic blues” after peak experiences
Alienation and lack of connection after psychedelic experiences
When psychedelics ignite an existential shift
Over-certainty and over-dogmatism when interpreting psychedelic experiences
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
05 Jul 2024
100 | Mastering the “Long Game” with Psychedelics & Life: 6 Mindset Shifts for True Success
00:41:16
In this milestone episode of Modern Psychedelics, we celebrate reaching 100 episodes over the past three and a half years! Join me as I reflect on this incredible journey of growth and transformation, both as a podcaster and through my personal experiences with psychedelic healing. From microdosing to Ayahuasca, Iboga to 5-MeO-DMT, each step has been a testament to the power of playing the long game, trusting the process, and staying committed to the path.
I am putting on my coaching hat and sharing six pro-tips on how to stay focused on the process rather than the outcomes, in both life and your psychedelic journey. Whether you're building a business, nurturing a relationship, or seeking personal growth and healing, these mindset shits will help you to embrace the slow, steady progress and find joy in the journey. Tune in to discover how to cultivate patience, mindfulness, and resilience, and learn why trusting the process can lead to richer, more meaningful results.
Topics Covered:
The “long game” I’ve been playing over the years with my healing and the podcast
What it means to “play the long game” and why it’s favorable
Focusing on the path of mastery rather than specific outcomes
Staying disciplined and focused despite setbacks and challenges
Space and pace to pivot and adjust course
Overcoming the desire to rush through the process
Actually achieving balance in your lifetime
Wait, what is the “process” that we’re “trusting”?
Continuing on even when the results aren’t there
The difference between finding a reason vs. purpose
DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
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