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n this episode of Psychedelics Today, kicking of Psychedelic Science 2025 week in Denver, we sit down with Jonathan Dicksinson, Chief Executive Officer, and Trevor Millar, Chief Operations Officer of Ambio Life Sciences – one of the world's leading ibogaine clinics – to explore the potential of ibogaine for addiction, neuroregeneration, and how ethics, honoring experience, and sustainability will be key to delivering ibogaine at scale. Trevor shares his early work supporting marginalized populations in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, which led to the founding of Liberty Root, one of Canada's first ibogaine clinics. Jonathan reflects on his apprenticeship in Mexican clinics, years of international advocacy with the Global Ibogaine Therapy Alliance, and drafting the first set of clinical guidelines for ibogaine detoxification. Together with paramedic and ibogaine safety protocols expert Jose Inzunza, they co-founded Ambio in Tijuana in 2021. They discuss: The unique safety standards Ambio has pioneered – including industry-wide clinical protocols and magnesium therapy to mitigate cardiac risk. Their scale: over 3,000 patients treated, with 100+ clients per month across five dedicated houses in Baja California. Ambio's groundbreaking neuroregenerative program for Parkinson's, MS, and traumatic brain injury – which has already drawn patients like Brett Favre and Clay Walker. How ibogaine appears to drive profound physiological change – including evidence of TBI reversal as shown in Stanford's 2024 study on Special Forces veterans. Why ibogaine isn't just a molecule – it opens a long-lasting “critical period” of neuroplasticity that must be supported with preparation, integration, and holistic care. The deeper story of sourcing: through his company Terragnosis, Jonathan is the only person with a legal export license for Tabernanthe iboga from Gabon, and Ambio is setting a precedent for reciprocal and ethical global supply chains. Their cautionary perspective on Texas' $50M push toward ibogaine clinical trials – and why the traditional “one drug, one indication” model misses the complexity and promise of psychedelic healing. They also make a compelling case that Ambio is already modeling what the future of psychedelic care should look like – not a single drug in a sterile clinical setting, but a comprehensive, integrated protocol combining preparation, medical oversight, and deep integration. “Start with the end in mind,” Trevor urges – Ambio isn't just part of the movement; it's the blueprint for how ibogaine could be delivered worldwide. Links: Ambio Website: https://ambio.life/ Significant lesion reduction and neural structural changes following ibogaine treatments for multiple sclerosis (Frontiers in Immunology, Feb 2025) Magnesium–ibogaine therapy in veterans with traumatic brain injuries (Nature Medicine, Jan 2024) Ibogaine reduced severe neuropathic pain associated with a case of brachial plexus nerve root avulsion (Frontiers in Pain Research, Aug 2023) Novel treatment of opioid use disorder using ibogaine and iboga in two adults (Journal of Psychedelic Studies, Jan 2020) Clinical Guidelines for Ibogaine-Assisted Detoxification Ambio Life Sciences Launches World's First Clinical Ibogaine Program for Patients With Neurodegenerative Conditions Bios: Jonathan Dickinson is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Ambio Life Sciences. One of the world's leading experts on ibogaine, Jonathan brings over 15 years of experience in clinical care, traditional practice, and psychedelic research to his leadership at Ambio. A Mexico-licensed psychologist and former Executive Director of the Global Ibogaine Therapy Alliance, he authored the field's foundational safety guidelines and has published widely on ibogaine's therapeutic, cultural, and ecological significance. He holds the only active export license for Tabernanthe iboga root, led the first Nagoya-compliant export from Gabon, and was initiated into the Dissoumba/Fang tradition of Bwiti in 2014 and the Missoko tradition in 2022. He has co-authored peer-reviewed research on ibogaine's potential for trauma, TBI, pain, MS, and Parkinson's. At Ambio, he leads strategy, research, and innovation – advancing a globally scalable model of care that bridges tradition, science, and integrity. Trevor Millar is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Ambio Life Sciences. A social entrepreneur and pioneer in ibogaine advocacy and treatment, Trevor brings over a decade of experience supporting individuals through addiction recovery, trauma healing, and post-treatment integration. His background includes co-founding the Canadian Psychedelic Association and serving as Chair of the Board for MAPS Canada. He has co-authored peer-reviewed research on ibogaine's applications for trauma, TBI, and opioid use disorder, and has been featured in award-winning documentaries including DOSED and In Waves and War. Grounded in personal experience and guided by a philosophical approach to healing, Trevor is helping shape a new model for ethical, integrative psychedelic care on a global scale. At Ambio, Trevor leads operations, strategic partnerships, and client experience – bridging clinical care with systems design, education, and public advocacy.
Doing the Work with Iboga: The World's Most Comprehensive Iboga Preparation & Integration Program. In this episode, Lana chats with Leo Van Veenendaal, author of The Iboga Experience, about his profound journey with Iboga and the insights he's gained from his personal experiences and the research he conducted for his book. Leo shares his unique perspective on Iboga, its role in healing, and the importance of preparation, integration, and guidance when working with this powerful plant medicine.Key Topics Covered:Leo's Journey with Iboga: How a transformative Ayahuasca experience led Leo to discover Iboga and the deep shifts it created in his life.The Role of Iboga in Healing: Insights on how Iboga functions as a powerful tool for personal transformation, healing, and uncovering blind spots.The Challenges of Writing About Iboga: Leo discusses the process of writing The Iboga Experience, navigating cultural sensitivities, and helping others understand the diversity of Iboga experiences.The Importance of Preparation & Integration: Leo emphasizes the necessity of setting clear intentions and preparing properly for an Iboga ceremony, as well as the long-term integration process.Iboga's Influence on Other Plant Medicines: How Iboga has shaped Leo's experience with other plant medicines, including his observations on the unique energy it brings.Lessons from Bwiti Tradition: Reflections on the spiritual teachings of the Bwiti people and the importance of patience, wisdom, and taking a long-term perspective on life.Resources Mentioned:The Iboga Experience: Stories from the Sacred and Secret Plant That Saves, Heals, and Transforms Lives [Leo's book]Recommended book on Bwiti tradition (by HW Fernandez) Explore Coaching with Lana:Iboga Integration & Prep Coaching (NEW-now enrolling)Psychedelically Informed Life Coaching (6 Month Program)Stay Connected to Modern Psychedelics:Instagram: @modernpsychedelicsYouTube: Modern Psychedelics YouTubeWebsite: www.modernpsychedelics.netSubstack: The Healthy EgoFree Resources:FREE Iboga Preparation GuideFREE Set Better GoalsFREE Integration Journal FREE Intention Setting JournalFREE Psychedelic Ceremony ChecklistFREE Playlists for Psychedelic Journeys + IntegrationDISCLAIMER: 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.
Troy Valencia is an accomplished researcher, author, musician, and practitioner with a unique interdisciplinary background in science, psychology, and traditional Bwiti spiritual practice. He holds Master's degrees in Analytical Chemistry and East-West Psychology and is completing his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Troy is also the founder of Root & Wisdom, an Iboga platform in Costa Rica with his wife Joaly Trinidad, and the founder of Sacred Roots Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to supporting Indigenous peoples and communities. Of Gabonese lineage on his paternal side, Troy integrates his cultural heritage with scientific and psychological expertise. This podcast will focus on his new work, Living Beyond the Mind: The End of Personal Suffering (2025). For more information about Troy and his blessed life, please see: https://rootandwisdom.com/our-team/ https://www.instagram.com/troyvalencia_/ This podcast is available your favorite podcast platform, or here: https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-316-troy-valencia-living-beyond-the-mindbwitiremembering Have a blessed weekend!
Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaThere are moments in our lives when the veil lifts—when the illusions fall away and what remains is truth, raw and unfiltered. It is in these moments that we are called to choose: to turn back into the shadows of familiarity, or to walk forward into the fire of awakening. Today, you're about to meet two people who have not only walked that path—but have become guides for those ready to burn away what no longer serves and to stand in the flame of their own becoming.Patrick and Michele Fishley are the founders of Soul Reflections, the world's first global online Iboga/Ibogaine community—a sanctuary for practitioners, providers, seekers, and visionaries alike. But their story isn't just digital—it's deeply spiritual, rooted in blood, bone, and ancient tradition. They are Ngangas—healers and seers—initiated into the sacred Bwiti traditions of Gabon, recognized by the elders themselves, not just for their knowledge, but for their courage, their humility, and their relentless commitment to truth.Patrick, known in the Bwiti tradition as DIBADI Mabunza Mukuku a Kandja—the warrior with the Bwete force and flames of truth from his mouth—is a Registered Nurse with over three decades of experience in Emergency Rooms, ICUs, and trauma bays. A Medical Director and lead facilitator, he has guided over 1,500 Iboga journeys with a perfect safety record. His work bridges the primal and the clinical, the ancestral and the modern.Michele, known as Yakéta—Mother of Twins, Mother of All—is a Licensed Practical Nurse and a transformational integration coach with over 18 years of acute care experience. She is a fierce and nurturing presence in the space, initiated into the sacred feminine lineages of the Nyèmbè and Mabundi traditions. Michele brings the power of the mother, the healer, and the spiritual midwife into every ceremony, retreat, and conversation.Together, Patrick and Michele have turned their lives into a living ceremony. They carry the medicine not just in their hands, but in their hearts. Through their annual pilgrimages to Gabon, they continue to deepen their commitment to the Bwiti traditions—honoring the land, the elders, and the sacred fire of Iboga.Their mission is simple yet profound: to weave ancient wisdom with modern healing, to create safe, soul-rooted spaces for transformation, and to remind us that real healing is not a transaction—it is a sacred initiation.So if you're ready to hear from two of the most grounded, experienced, and spiritually aligned voices in the Iboga space… buckle up. This conversation isn't just a discussion—it's a portal.https://soulreflections.net/ Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima
This week, on The Conscious Consultant Hour, Sam welcomes Speaker, Artist, Writer and Medicine Woman, Tricia Eastman.Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridges worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training.A renowned speaker, artist, and writer, Eastman has been privileged to engage with audiences at Stanford University's d.school and the World Economic Forum and on GAIA TV's Psychedelica.Eastman has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines as well as facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Her wellness retreat center, Hu Azores, is scheduled to open in 2025.In her latest book, Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, and Psychedelic Initiation she presents a deep dive into the world of psychedelic initiation and ancestral wisdom. Tricia demonstrates the power of plant medicine and psychedelic journeys for planting new beliefs, healing trauma, and cultivating latent gifts within us—an inner alchemical process she calls the “seeding of consciousness.”Tune in and share all of your questions and comments about psychedelics and ancestral wisdom on our YouTube livestream or on our Facebook page.https://amzn.to/3DTP83Chttps://www.psychedelicjourneys.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-conscious-consultant-hour8505/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Levi is a Bwiti healer that helps people heal with some of life's most difficult problems. People come from all over the world to Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica to deal with problems like depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, substance and non-substance addictions in a psycho-spiritual context. Iboga is a small shrub from West central Africa in the countries of Gabon, Cameroon and the Congo. Iboga has been used for centuries by indigenous people and more recently has made its way to the Western world. On this episode, we discuss how healing and transformation can occur with the use of Iboga. In this episode, we cover: Levi’s work with Iboga at the Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. Examining the misconceptions about Iboga, with a focus on its healing properties. The “mind cleanse” process that Iboga facilitates. Explanation of how Iboga aids in overcoming trauma and emotional release. Distinction between Iboga and Ibogaine, particularly in addiction treatment. The historical and cultural origins of Iboga from Gabon, Africa. Levi’s personal journey with Iboga, using it to overcome opiate addiction. The spiritual and personal growth aspects of Iboga, contrasting it with its use for physical detox. How tradition and rituals around Iboga have shaped its modern application. Exploration of the psycho-spiritual retreat experience at the Iboga Wellness Center. Discussion on the process and effects of the Iboga mind cleanse and its impact on mental clarity. The emotional and chemical resets (dopamine, serotonin) that Iboga can initiate. Levi’s observations of physical changes in people post-treatment, especially in expressions and facial structure. The significance of integration after an Iboga experience and available support systems. Levi’s description of the spiritual energies of Iboga as a teaching tool that emphasizes self-teaching. Future trends and potential pharmaceutical developments emerging from iboga's properties. Closing thoughts on the responsibility of listening to one's inner call when considering Iboga treatment. Levi's passion is to spread healing and the gift of iboga to whomever is called. Levi wants to give back for the many gifts he has received through iboga. One key aspect of this iboga work is the Bwiti tradition. Bwiti is the name for someone who works with iboga to heal. The Bwiti tradition focuses on universal truths of our life to guide us to living a full happy life. The Bwiti tradition is a set of tools we can draw on to guide us in life to making the right decisions for ourselves, self love, managing the mind and to give thanks for the most precious gift, our life. Links from this episode:Iboga Wellness - Costa RicaBen’s “Medicine Retreats” mailing listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nel 136° episodio torna ospite di Illuminismo Psichedelico il grande Giorgio Samorini, che stavolta ci racconta dei culti e degli usi legati all'iboga nell'africa centro-occidentale, e in particolare nel Gabon. In quell'area, frequentata da Samorini per più di 30 anni, avvengono dei riti, principalmente condotti dai gruppi di etnia Buiti, al cui centro c'è il consumo della radice essiccata e polverizzata di una pianta, la Tabernanthe iboga, che ha gli effetti (e quindi è) uno psichedelico maggiore, mostrando una durata addirittura maggiore di tutti gli altri psichedelici a oggi conosciuti. Inoltre il rito iniziatico del culto dell'iboga presso le etnie buiti è il più lungo ed estremo tra quelli fino a oggi noti. L'iboga in Gabon ha 4 tipi di utilizzo, un dosaggio basso può fare da stimolante per lavori faticosi o come afrodisiaco; c'è poi un uso divinatorio; l'uso religioso che è al centro di questa puntata; e infine l'uso legato alle possessioni spiritiche.
What does it mean to truly follow your calling, even if it takes you far from the life you once knew? In this episode, Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of Ancestral Heart, shares her journey from a conventional lifestyle to becoming a Bwiti-initiated healer deeply connected to ancestral wisdom and plant medicine. Learn about her challenges in breaking away from the “American Dream,” how psychedelic practices can help us plant new beliefs, and the profound impact of connecting with our heritage and nature.You can find show notes, resources and more at: https://tinyurl.com/4z5vuc7m Are you looking to taper off your anti-depressants? Join our newest microdosing program, Empower, starting in January 2025. Move into self-empowered natural and vibrant healing in this first-of-its-kind program! Sign up at microdosingforhealing.com
I sat down with Dr. Dilanka during a recent Order of Fire event to talk about his recent trip to Gabon, where he participated in an Iboga ritual with the Bwiti. Watch the video here
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes Jonathan Dickinson, a specialist in Ibogaine treatment and co-founder/CEO of Ambio Life Sciences and Teregnosis. They discuss the history and therapeutic uses of Iboga and Ibogaine, focusing on its effects in treating heroin addiction, traumatic brain injury, and chronic pain. Jonathan also shares insights into the cultural origins of Iboga, its use in traditional Bwiti ceremonies, and how modern approaches, particularly his work with veterans, expand its applications. More information about Jonathan's work can be found at Ambio Life.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast00:21 Understanding Ibogaine and Its Uses02:00 Ibogaine's Impact on Veterans and Brain Injuries03:57 Psycho-Spiritual and Medical Benefits of Ibogaine07:12 Scientific Studies and Misconceptions18:50 Legalization and Research Challenges25:05 Ibogaine Sourcing and Sustainability31:43 Ibogaine Smuggling and Export Practices32:10 Pharmaceutical Grade Iboga Extract33:36 Challenges of Growing Iboga33:53 Traditional Growth Methods and Cultural Attitudes37:04 Global Cultivation Efforts38:05 Access and Benefit Sharing Agreements38:54 Traditional Knowledge and Bwiti Culture39:40 Historical Context of Iboga Use40:44 Bantu and Pygmy Cultural Exchange42:31 Bwiti Rituals and Practices46:23 Learning from Traditional Practices48:19 Western and Traditional Knowledge Integration55:58 Future of Iboga and Ibogaine59:22 Connecting with AmbioKey InsightsIboga and Ibogaine as Addiction Treatments: Ibogaine is primarily known for its effectiveness in treating heroin addiction. It interrupts the addiction cycle through a powerful psychoactive experience lasting 12-24 hours, which helps individuals detox from drugs like heroin and opioids. After the session, many report being free of withdrawal symptoms and cravings for months, providing a unique pathway out of addiction.Use in Treating Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Jonathan has worked extensively with veterans, especially Navy SEALs, using Ibogaine to address TBIs. These injuries, often from combat-related concussive forces, lead to symptoms that mirror PTSD. Ibogaine appears to regenerate brain function, as seen in a study conducted with Stanford University, where veterans exhibited significant brain activity improvement following treatment.Cultural Roots in Bwiti and African Traditions: Iboga has deep cultural significance in Gabon, particularly in Bwiti spiritual practices, which have been influenced by both indigenous Pygmy traditions and Bantu peoples. Bwiti uses Iboga in ceremonies for psycho-spiritual exploration, healing, and connection to ancestors, a tradition that has persisted for centuries and possibly millennia.Misunderstandings About Noribogaine: Many believe that noribogaine, a metabolite of Ibogaine, remains in the body for up to eight months, contributing to long-lasting effects. However, Jonathan clarifies that noribogaine remains in the system for only a few days or a week. The extended feeling of ease or afterglow people experience may be due to neurotrophic factors like GDNF, which stimulate brain healing and regeneration over time.Emerging Scientific Understanding of Ibogaine: Research into Ibogaine's mechanisms is still developing. It acts on many receptors in the brain, including the Sigma 2 receptor, which has been linked to pain relief and neuroprotective effects. There's also growing interest in its potential role in intracellular processes and energy metabolism, where it appears to improve cellular efficiency, possibly explaining its long-term regenerative effects on brain function.Decentralized Knowledge and Treatment Communities: Unlike tightly regulated pharmaceutical models, Ibogaine treatment has grown in a decentralized, community-driven way, with providers sharing their experiences and knowledge. This echoes the traditions of Bwiti and emphasizes the importance of communal support around Ibogaine therapy, where the intensity of the experience requires a supportive environment and a collective sharing of insights.Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing of Iboga: Jonathan is actively involved in ensuring the sustainable and ethical sourcing of Iboga through his company, Teregnosis. Working with Gabonese communities, Teregnosis follows the Nagoya Protocol to ensure that the benefits of Iboga's growing global interest are shared with the traditional communities that have long relied on this plant, protecting both the ecosystem and cultural heritage.
Today we're doing something a little different. I'm re-releasing an episode from my personal podcast, Life is a Festival, because it remains one of my favorite interviews ever. This conversation, originally recorded a few years ago, is with Tricia Eastman and Joseph Barsuglia, two pioneers in the world of psychedelic medicine. We dive deep into Iboga, the Bwiti people of Gabon, and the powerful pharmacology of this unique plant medicine. I wanted to share it with you as it remains highly relevant and educational. In this episode, we explore Iboga and its cultural and spiritual significance. We discuss the Bwiti people, their rituals and music, and how these elements interweave with Iboga's healing properties. Tricia and Joseph share their journeys as healers, their work with Iboga, and its connection to other psychedelics like 5-MeO-DMT. We also touch on the subject of microdosing Iboga and its suitability for this practice. Joseph and Tricia both worked at Crossroads ibogaine treatment center in Mexico. Joseph has co-led psychedelic retreats around the world since 2015 and serves as an advisor to numerous psychedelic medicine companies. Tricia Eastman is a renowned speaker and healer, with her book Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, and Psychedelic Initiation launching November 12, 2024. Together, they bring a wealth of wisdom to today's discussion. Timestamps: (08:00) - Who are the Bwiti (17:00) - The Pharmacology of Iboga (29:00) - The meaning of Bwiti music and rituals (38:30) - Tricia and Joseph's journeys to iboga (46:30) - 5MeoDmt (52:00) - Overcoming spiritual ego and supporting conservation (1:04:30) - Microdosing iboga Links: Seeding Consciousness - Simon & Schuster Dr. Joseph Peter Barsuglia psychedelicjourneys - Tricia Eastman
Send us a textTalia's journey from opioid addiction to healing through the transformative power of Ibogaine is not just inspiring—it's a beacon of hope for those battling similar demons. Her experiences have led her to co-found the Beond Ibogaine Treatment Center. We discuss her efforts and the challenges faced in pushing alternative treatments to the forefront of the fight against the opioid crisis. Talia's personal story of overcoming addiction, beginning with a seemingly innocuous dental procedure, underscores the urgent need for diverse therapeutic options beyond conventional medication assisted therapy and treatments.Exploring Ibogaine's unique properties, we discuss its traditional ties to the Bwiti tribe in Africa and its integration into Western clinical practices. Ibogaine stands out among psychedelics for its multi-faceted impact on the brain and its ability to reframe past memories, providing a sense of lightness and clarity. We delve into the delicate balance between ensuring clinical safety due to potential cardiac risks and embracing the spiritual aspects of the experience. Talia explains how Ibogaine promotes the glial-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF), supporting neuroplasticity for months, aiding individuals in integrating newfound insights into their daily lives.Our conversation expands on the broader therapeutic potential of Ibogaine, from tackling conditions like Lyme disease to helping those dependent on SSRIs. We reflect on personal anecdotes and stories of individuals who have found profound healing and lasting change through Ibogaine. With the backdrop of advocacy efforts and legal hurdles in traditionally conservative areas, we aim to shine a light on the transformative power of Ibogaine. Join us as we navigate this powerful narrative, touching on healing addiction, spiritual exploration, and the exciting new horizons of psychedelic research.Connect with Beond Ibogaine here: https://beondibogaine.com/And here: https://www.instagram.com/beond.us 1:1 Discovery CallsAre psychedelics right for you on your healing journey? Book a discovery call to ask us anything.ColorsUse code OTHERSIDE15 for 15% offMicrodosifyUse code SYOTOS for 10% off https://www.buzzsprout.com/1982724/support Support the showOur Website:https://linktr.ee/seeyouontheothersidepodcast
Uncovering the Power of Ibogaine: A Game-Changer for Addiction Treatment [Psychedelic Medicine, Ibogaine, Addiction Recovery]Are you ready to revolutionise your understanding of addiction treatment? In this eye-opening episode of Cracking Addiction, I sit down with the legendary Zappy Zapolin, founder of the Mind Army and renowned as the "psychedelic concierge to the stars." Together, we delve into the transformative world of psychedelic medicine, focusing specifically on the groundbreaking potential of ibogaine in addiction recovery.
Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 131: In this episode, we explore the transformative power of iboga beyond its well-known role in addiction recovery. Levi shares his personal journey, from overcoming his own opioid addiction to becoming a provider at the Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. We delve into iboga's broader potential as a tool for healing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more, emphasizing its value in helping individuals reconnect with themselves. We also discuss the spiritual and psychospiritual aspects of iboga treatment, providing a holistic view of its benefits. Join us as we uncover iboga's multifaceted uses and its importance in personal growth and healing. About Levi: Levi is an expert iboga provider that helps people heal with some of life's most difficult problems. People come from all over the world to Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica to deal with problems of depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, substance addictions and non-substance addictions. Iboga is a small shrub from West Central Africa in the countries of Gabon, Cameroon and the Congo. Iboga has been used for centuries by indigenous people and more recently has made its way to the Western world. The Bwiti tradition focuses on universal truths of our life to guide us to living a full happy life. The Bwiti tradition is a set of tools we can draw on to guide us in life to making the right decisions for ourselves, self-love, managing the mind and to give thanks for the most precious gift, our life. Levi has a deep relationship with Iboga that continues to bless and evolve. Working with over 1400 people during the iboga process with care and dedication, Levi continues to dedicate his life to living the Bwiti path, and deepening the relationship with iboga. Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #LeviBarker
My guest this week is Spencer Burton, founder of Iboga Rebirth, the first and only legal entheogenic church in the state of Oregon that provides Iboga retreats. This interview adds to my growing collection of conversations about entheogenic churches and is another addition to those that are specifically in the great state of Oregon. Spencer and I had a lengthy conversation about his own initiation into Iboga, his time with the Bwiti, and how he sees Iboga as assisting in the process of rebirthing oneself into a more authentic and present way of being and living life.
This week's guest is the lovely and inspiring Joaly Trinidad. She is co-founder of Iboga retreat center and education platform, Root and Wisdom, and non-profit, Sacred Roots Foundation (in two weeks we'll be publishing an interview wither her co-founder and husband, Troy Valencia). Like most guests on this podcast, Jo is someone who is very multipfaceted- she has her masters in counseling, she's a kambo practitioner, sound and energy worker, yoga teacher, breathwork guide, the list goes on. What we really get into on this episode here is her experience of becoming and being a space holder for Iboga, which includes being of service and being initiated into the Bwiti. Highlights from this episode: - How building a relationship with Blue Lotus guided her to some of first tools of balancing her own field and the energetic fields of others - What Iboga is, its roots in Africa, and how Joaly found herself on the path in service of this plant after following her now husband to Costa Rica - We touch on her Taino ancestral roots (the historic indigenous peoples of the Caribbean) and how the spirit of her great grandfather, who practiced hands on healing rooted in this culture, guided her to her first psychedelic plant medicine with psilocybin - Jo's experience of traveling all the way to Africa while five months pregnant to be initiated into the Bwiti, who are the indigenous keepers of Iboga Connect with Jo: www.rootandwisdom.com for retreats and programs of integrative living www.sacredrootsfoundation.com to learn more about her non-profit Instagram: jo.trinidad If you'd like to connect with Stephanie, whether it's to chat about life or inquire about working with her, feel free to reach out through either of the following: Instagram- @schoolofwhispers @__steef___ email- schoolofwhispers@gmail.com DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Stephanie or her guests. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/schoolofwhispers/support
Send us a Text Message.Tricia Eastman is a lineage-honoring medicine woman and the founder of the nonprofit Ancestral Heart, which bridges worlds by blending her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training.A renowned speaker, artist, and writer, Eastman has had the privilege of engaging with audiences at Stanford University's d.school, the World Economic Forum, and GAIA TV's Psychedelica. She has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines and facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Hu Azores, Tricia's wellness retreat center, is scheduled to open in late 2025.https://bookshop.org/p/books/seeding-consciousness-plant-medicine-ancestral-wisdom-and-psychedelic-initiation-tricia-eastman/21003064?ean=9781591435334https://www.ancestralheart.com/www.ClaudiuMurgan.comwww.SpirituallyInspired.cawww.GnosticTV.com/programs/Claudiu-Murganwww.LoveLettersToWater.caEmail: claudiu@claudiumurgan.comhttps://spirituallyinspired.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1651807/supportFacebook: www.facebook.com/ClaudiuMurganAuthorSupport the Show.
Discover the sacred medicine of Iboga, the transformative power of this plant, and the modern-day applications of one of the most sacred plants on this Earth! In this episode with Levi Barker, initiated Iboga plant medicine administer and retreat facilitator, you will learn: 1. The rich history of Iboga. 2. How Iboga has been revered by the Bwiti people of Central Africa for centuries. 3. Levi's personal story of transformation with this sacred plant medicine. 4. Iboga's healing power and modern-day applications. 5. Learn about the offerings of the Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. You don't want to miss out on this wild herb episode. Reception was a little off in the beginning of the episode, so you will have to increase the volume, but about mid way, Levi's voice is very clear, and you can turn the volume back down. Open your mind, and let's embark on an enlightening journey together. Learn more about Levi and the Iboga Wellness Center With Love and Light, April Punsalan
In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Tricia Eastman, medicine woman and founder of Ancestral Medicine Heart. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-259-tricia-eastman/ Tricia shares her journey through the world of plant medicine and psychedelics, offering insights from her initiations into the Bwiti tradition and her experiences as a medicine woman. Tricia discusses her new book, 'Seeding Consciousness', detailing the challenges and revelations encountered during the writing process. She also unveils her vision for a wellness retreat center currently under construction in the Azores, exploring how this project aligns with her mission to integrate ancestral wisdom with modern healing practices. Throughout the conversation, Tricia and Paul delve into the transformative power of psychedelics, their potential for personal and collective evolution, and the importance of responsible use in catalyzing positive change. They explore how these powerful medicines can be safely integrated into our culture to foster healing, creativity, and spiritual growth. Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridging worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. A renowned speaker, artist, and writer, Eastman has been privileged to engage with audiences at Stanford University's d.school, the World Economic Forum, and on GAIA TV's Psychedelica. Eastman has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines as well as facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Her wellness retreat center, Hu Azores, is scheduled to open in late 2025. Highlights: Tricia's connection to Asheville, North Carolina Early life and introduction to psychedelics Medicine woman's journey: Tricia's path and experiences in plant medicine Committing to a life of service to the medicine Iboga initiations with the Bwiti tradition in Gabon 'Seeding Consciousness': Key themes and challenges in writing Tricia's new book The journey starting Tricia's retreat center, Hu Azores “Eating the medicine right off the land”: The vision for the retreat center Episode Sponsors: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers: Use code THIRDWAVE for 10% off any order Soltara Healing Center: Use code TW200 to receive $200 off your next retreat.
Today we welcome Tricia Eastman, a visionary advocate for plant medicines and an expert in the intersection of art and spirituality. In this episode, we delve into the rich tapestry of insights she shares on using plant medicines, the importance of preserving and respecting indigenous knowledge systems, and the holistic approach to healing, creativity, and environmental stewardship.Tricia is a traditional medicine woman and the founder of the nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridging worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry and a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. As a renowned speaker, artist, and writer, she has had the honor of engaging with audiences at Stanford University's d.school, the World Economic Forum, and on GAIA TV's Psychedelica. Tricia has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines and facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Her wellness retreat center, Hu Azores, is scheduled to open in late 2025.In her groundbreaking new book, ""Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, and Psychedelic Initiation,"" Tricia Eastman explores the transformative power of psychedelics and plant medicines to facilitate personal transformation and collective societal change. Join us for this enlightening conversation, and be sure to check out Tricia's new book to further explore these transformative themes. In this episode, we cover:Exploration of various prophecies and Worldviews from different culturesTricia's healing journey and introduction to IbogaExperiences with Iboga, including the physical and psychological effectsThe importance of integration and the potential of Iboga to facilitate deep healing and spiritual awakeningCultural and Ancestral ConnectionsGabon and overview of the Bwiti tradition and its practicesGondo Misoko TraditionDifference between Ibogaine and Whole Plant IbogaVisual art, creativity, and psychedelics in writing Seeding ConsciousnessImportance of integrating Indigenous wisdom into modern practicesEnvironmental conservation and the rights of natureThe Prophecy of the Eagle and the Condor Upcoming Book and Future EngagementsSafety Considerations for people who would like to try ibogaine or iboga treatmentHelpful links:Tricia Eastman - Author of Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, and Psychedelic Initiation Ancestral Heart - a dedicated organization that actively supports indigenous-led preservation efforts and seeks to deepen our respectful understanding of ancient rituals and Indigenous wisdomPlant Spirit MedicineDr. Martin PolancoAlex Grey and Allyson GrayNew Zealand – legal rights for forests and riversNew Zealand - Protect the Environment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we talk with Julia Yanker, an adventurer, coach, and Somatic Experiencing Practictioner. We discuss her experiences with adventure sports, trauma, nature, and healing through Somatic Experiencing (SE). Learn about the neuropsychology behind the world of adventure sports, as well as the dangers, drugs, psychosocial dynamics, addictions, anxieties, traumas, disembodiment, and other issues often involved. Discover new ways to safely and gently re-connect with your body, emotions, self, world, and others, such as through: somatic experiencing, nature, touch, physical exercises, memory, imagination, reparenting, therapy, coaching, support groups, loving self talk, and good environments & people. We live in a society that pressures us to be disembodied, stressed, consuming, distracted, busy, productive, obedient little robots. But you don't have to live that way. You can remove the distractions, re-enter your body, heal your nervous system and childhood & relationship wounds, and live a more happy authentic connected life. Somatic experiencing and the other tools & ideas discussed today can help take you there. RESOURCESBOOKS- Healing Developmental Trauma by Laurence Heller & Aline LaPierre - Power of Attachment by Diane Poole Heller- Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker- The Myth of Normal by Gabor MateCONCEPTS- attachment theory- avoidant attachment style- Bwiti- co-regulation- disorganized attachment style- Global High Intensity Activation (GHIA)- Integral Somatic PsychologyPEOPLE- Aline LaPierre- Diane Poole Heller- Gabor Mate- Holly Whitaker- Laurence Heller- Loretta Breuning- Mother Teresa- Peter Levine- Raja SelvamPLACES- Beartooth Mountains- Bozeman, Montana- Hokkaido- Sistine Chapel**Learn more and connect**website: juliayanker.comFacebook: /julia.yankerInstagram: @juliayankercoachingSend me a text message here
52 - Soul and Ceremony: Exploring Bwiti Traditions with Chor Boogie In this episode of the Four Visions podcast, we welcome visionary artist Chor Boogie, founder of Soul Centro, a dedicated healer, and Bwiti tradition practitioner. Chor shares his profound journey with Iboga, the deep roots of Bwiti culture, and the principles of decolonized healing spaces. The discussion covers the sacredness of Iboga, its traditional ceremonies, and the vital need for preserving and respecting indigenous practices. The conversation also delves into the balance of light and dark within us, the spiritual evolution guided by traditions, and the importance of maintaining a respectful dialogue with ancestral lineages. SoulCentro founder and visionary artist Chor Boogie aka Gnyangou has been ordained as a Nganga (healer and seer) by his Missoko Bwiti elders after completing a decade of study and service with the tradition, the rite of passage, and multiple advanced initiations. His Bwiti name, Gnyangou, means the medicine of the sun. His spiritual father is Grand Master Binana, president of the Wise (local chapter of a ngangas' organization). Gnyangou leads annual journeys back to Gabon for initiation. In This Episode: Chor Boogie | https://www.soulcentro.com | @soulcentro_retreats | @gnyangou | https://www.chorboogie.com | Facebook Chor Boogie Mariah Gannessa | @mariahgannessa Today's episode is sponsored by Clareia Das Aguas (FVFAMILY for 10%). Luminous Channeled Creations from the Garden. ✨
53 - Journey into Iboga: Elizabeth Bast on the Bwiti Tradition In this special episode, Mariah welcomes Elizabeth Bast, co-founder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats in Costa Rica. Elizabeth shares her profound journey into the Bwiti tradition and the healing power of Iboga medicine. The discussion explores healing through traditional plant medicine, the significance of deep listening, and the importance of indigenous frameworks in spiritual practices. They also touch on the ethics of modern plant medicine practices, the crucial aspect of personal integration, and the significance of divine timing in the spiritual journey. Elizabeth Bast is a cofounder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats in Costa Rica, along with her husband, Nganga Gnynagou. Together, they traveled to Gabon numerous times to study the traditional Bwiti ways of knowing including the Missoko Bwiti initiation, rite of passage, and immersive traditional Iboga provider training. She is a twice certified, trauma-informed yoga teacher and has completed the transformational coach certification course for psychedelic medicine integration and addiction recovery through Being True to You. She is also the author of the award-winning memoir, Heart Medicine: A True Love Story - One Couple's Quest for the Sacred Iboga Medicine & the Cure of Addiction. Her Bwiti name is Mbeye, which means the medicine of the river. In This Episode: Elizabeth Bast | https://www.soulcentro.com | @soulcentro_retreats | Facebook Soul Centro Mariah Gannessa | @mariahgannessa Four Visions' Plant Medicine Integration Program just relaunched, with incredible updates, improvements, and changes! Check it out and join us in the celebration of the ceremony of life! Today's episode is sponsored by Clareia Das Aguas (FVFAMILY for 10%). Luminous Channeled Creations from the Garden. ✨
Discover the profound healing potential of Iboga with Saeeda as she shares insights on overcoming fear, embracing self-discovery, and achieving spiritual growth.Join me for a fascinating chat with Saeeda where we dive deep into the world of iboga and plant medicine. Saeeda shares her personal journey to iboga after struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, despite years working as a nurse and earning higher education degrees. After one life-changing iboga experience, she realized she needed to learn more. She connected with a 10th generation shaman in Gabon, Africa and became initiated in the ancient Bwiti tradition. Today Saeeda guides others on "psycho-spiritual journeys" to find self-love, heal trauma, reset neurochemistry, and connect with purpose. We demystify common fears about iboga, distinguish it from isolated ibogaine, and dispel myths it's a "magic pill." While powerful, the medicine relies on set, setting, intention, integration, and your willingness to do the deeper personal work. Saeeda shares incredible perspectives on plant wisdom that aligns with leading-edge psychology and neuroscience. This conversation may open your mind to new healing possibilities. I found so much value in Saeeda's words. Let me know your biggest takeaways in the comments!___________00:00 - Introduction03:38 - Addressing Fear and Safety07:04 - The Teachings of Iboga08:43 - The Inward Journey11:54 - Demystifying Iboga12:29 - Understanding Ibogaine and Iboga13:17 - Plant Medicines vs. Lab-Made Drugs14:45 - Unstudied Components of Iboga15:20 - Living a Life on Purpose20:01 - Knowing Thyself25:22 - Journey to West Africa and the Call to Iboga28:17 - Healing Properties of Iboga31:17 - Overcoming Skepticism and Educating Oneself32:38 - Importance of Proper Training and Certification36:09 - Risks of Misguided Iboga Practices38:33 - Importance of Set and Setting39:00 - Integration and Expectations41:06 - Not a Magic Pill42:56 - The Power of Positive Thought47:00 - Rebirth and Personal Transformation51:02 - Embracing Your True Self___________Saeeda brings a wealth of experience to the podcast. With a background as a nurse and a master's degree spanning two decades, she has transitioned into a practitioner of iboga plant medicine, known as Mabundi. Saeeda's expertise lies in demystifying the use of iboga, addressing fears around plant medicines, and highlighting the healing properties of iboga. Her insights into the psycho-spiritual journey facilitated by iboga provide a unique perspective on psychological healing and spiritual growth. As a guest on the podcast, Saeeda offers valuable knowledge and guidance, shedding light on the transformative potential of plant medicine.Website: https://sevasoulhealing.com/___________https://linktr.ee/unleashthyselfUnleash ThyselfWebsite: https://UnleashThyself.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unleashthyselftoday/Listen to all episodes on Audio:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7a4YLmJoGTuwH695uUGB4CApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/unleash-thyself/id1687232078Constantin Morun:https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantin-bo-morun/If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a comment. We appreciate your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts!If you found value in this episode share it with someone who needs this message. Thank you for tuning in to Unleash Thyself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week I'm joined by Madison Callahan to discuss her work with Iboga Healing Retreats in Portugal as well as her work as an integration coach specializing in Iboga and Bwiti traditions. We discuss being a parent, raising kids outside of the US and in the context of traditional medicine work, her time with the Bwiti, and more. You can find out more about the Iboga retreats at Iboga-Healing.com and learn more about her integration work at Roots Integration
In this profound and soul-stirring episode of Stay Grounded, Raj engages in a captivating conversation with renowned speaker, artist, writer Tricia Eastman. Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridges worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. Together, they delve into the realms of indigenous wisdom, initiation, and the alchemical process of transformation. Tricia shares her personal journey of reconnecting with her ancestral roots and the powerful experiences that have shaped her path as a facilitator of healing and awakening. Through their dialogue, Raj and Tricia uncover the deep significance of embracing our shadows, listening to the wisdom of the Earth, and cultivating a daily practice to stay grounded amidst the challenges of modern life.Key Takeaways:Importance of reconnecting with our ancestral wisdom and the intelligence of nature in the process of healing and spiritual growth.The Earth as a teacher, offering transmissions and lessons through the unique qualities of different places and the elements present in those environments.The process of alchemy, turning the negredo (shadow) into gold (life force energy) requires facing our fears and leaning into initiatory experiences.Indigenous elders, such as the Kogi Mamos, offer urgent warnings about the state of our planet and the need for humanity to become better stewards of the Earth.This episode is a clarion call for listeners to embrace the path of initiation and transformation, both for personal growth and for the healing of our planet. Tricia's wisdom and experiences serve as a reminder that by reconnecting with our ancestral roots, listening to the wisdom of the Earth, and facing our shadows, we can alchemize our challenges into fuel for our soul's purpose. Whether you are drawn to indigenous traditions, psychedelics, or simply the quest for a more grounded and awakened life, this conversation will inspire you to dive deeper into the mystery of your own being and the interconnectedness of all life.Tools/resources mentioned in this episode:Tricia's new book “Seeding Consciousness", here's a link to pre-order: https://bookshop.org/p/books/seeding-consciousness-plant-medicine-ancestral-wisdom-and-psychedelic-initiation-tricia-eastman/21003064?aid=93133&ean=9781591435334&listref=seeding-consciousness-plant-medicine-ancestral-wisdom-and-psychedelic-initiation&Connect with Tricia:Instagram: @psychedelicjourneysConnect with Raj:Instagram: @raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Joe interviews Shahar Amit: psytrance musician who has created what may be the world's first modular album for psychedelic exploration under his project, Held By Sound. He talks about his background in the rave and festival scene, the moment he realized he wanted to make music, and the realization that he could create soundscapes specifically for journeys into non-ordinary states. And he digs into the 'choose your own adventure' framework of the free album: how he actually recorded 3 different albums and figured out how to transition into different moods based on which direction the listener wants to go – from more still to more expansive, to darker or more bittersweet. He has also created music for DMT trials in the UK, and talks a lot about the potential in extended-state DMT experiences. He also discusses: How he came up with the flow of the album related to phases of the trip How much of a catalyst and safe container music can be, with or without a complimentary substance How psychedelics in a fun, festival experience with lots of laughter can be extremely beneficial – you don't need to do them the 'correct' way Graham Hancock, Donald Hoffman, and the concept of consciousness as the building block of all reality Psytrance, classical music, traditional Bwiti music, Lady Gaga, and what music he feels is best for exploration and more! For links, head to the show notes page.
Healing and ancestral knowledge and healing through Iboga. Chor Boogie, a renowned spray paint artist and ordained Nganga in the Bwiti tradition, joins us on this episode of Plantscendence to talk about his work as an iboga healer in Costa Rica, and the sinuous path that got him there. Chor reflects humorously on his early psychedelic experiences, including a trip to Disneyland on LSD, and traces his journey from the world of graffiti art to that of plant medicine, which includes a decade of study and service in Gabon, Central West Africa. He describes how iboga helped him break free from addictive patterns – which he equates to “30 years of therapy” – and eventually reconnect with his ancestral roots. Chor addresses both the dangers and possibilities posed by Western medicine's piquing interest in iboga, and emphasizes the importance of respecting and preserving indigenous practices amidst the backdrop of globalization.Links: Chorboogie.comSoulcentro.comPlantscendence.comPlantscendence.com
The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein
Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridging worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. A renowned speaker, artist, and writer, Eastman has been privileged to engage with audiences at Stanford University's d.school, the World Economic Forum, and on GAIA TV's Psychedelica. Eastman has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines as well as facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Her wellness retreat center, Hu Azores, is scheduled to open in 2025.Episode Highlights▶ 00:00 Welcome▶ 02:04 The essence of Tricia's new book, Seeding Consciousness▶ 02:20 The challenges and rewards of writing▶ 05:21 What does 'Seeding Consciousness' mean?▶ 06:40 The role of psychedelics in personal development▶ 13:17 The importance of ‘soul names' in spiritual evolution▶ 14:31 Understanding the role of initiation in personal and collective growth▶ 25:02 Navigating life in a toxic world▶ 31:47 Struggling to make meaning ▶ 33:23 The purpose of life: we are here to be creators▶ 35:38 The power of psychedelics in embracing intense feelings▶ 39:07 Developing a ritual connection to your ancestors ▶ 44:02 Facing the inner critic▶ 50:23 Tricia's upcoming plans for opening a healing center and starting a family Tricia Eastman's Links & Resources▶ Website: https://ancestralheart.com▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicjourneys▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/triciaeastmanofficial/
Interview begins @ 4:06 In this episode Dimitri Mugianis shares his captivating journey from a tumultuous early life marked by drug use as a means to alleviate pain and delve into alternate states of consciousness, to a life-transforming encounter with iboga. This African sacrament catalyzed his confrontation with trauma, miraculously eradicating his heroin dependency post-experience. Our conversation navigates through the realms of alternate states of consciousness, religion, healing, harm reduction, and the significance of art in recovery. Dimitri highlights the spiritual longing inherent in addiction, resonating with Jung's insights on the quest for the divine. He reflects on the invaluable lessons and spiritual insights gained from his time within the Bwiti community in Gabon, Africa, underscoring the profound impact of music, specifically rock and roll and jazz, in his survival and healing journey. The discussion extends to the power of community, family, art, connection, medicine, and spirituality in fostering healing environments. We explore Dimitri's transformative work in Harlem, assisting individuals in overcoming opiate addiction through the principles of the Bwiti tradition and his innovative approach to harm reduction. This episode challenges conventional perspectives on addiction treatment, inviting a reevaluation of success beyond mere abstinence. Dimitri's insights into the fetishization of trauma and the creation of the experiential space, Cardea, in New York City, offer a fresh lens on healing and recovery. Join us as we dissect the modern "medical gaze," its limitations, and how it parallels with the "shaman's gaze" in its approach to healing. Dimitri's story is a testament to the potential for radical change, advocating for a broader understanding of addiction, treatment, and the essence of healing itself. Bio: Dimitri Mugianis, harm reduction advocate and psychedelic practitioner, musician, writer, and community organizer, became the face of using underground Ibogaine to kick heroin addiction in the United States. He developed a hybrid modality of administration that integrates the ceremonial and musical elements of traditional ibogaine ceremonies with the best safety protocols of Western medicine. His story is the focus of the documentary I'm Dangerous With Love and his work has been documented by The New York Times, The Rolling Stone, This American Life, HBO, and many more. Even though Ibogaine is still prohibited in the United States, it is attracting avid interest from researchers all over the world and becoming accepted among care providers and clinics. Dimitri has led over five hundred Ibogaine ceremonies and supported numerous individuals with their problematic habits. He's also performed thousands of ceremonies using sound, art and psychedelics – especially Psilocybin and MDMA – to help individuals break with their psychological suffering and to spark spiritual awakenings. Immersed in the psychedelic space for the last 20 years, Mugianis is an expert in both the potential and limitations of psychedelic medicines. A respected icon in the field of harm reduction, he co-created a holistic program at New York Harm Reduction Educators (NYHRE), a groundbreaking Harlem-based community organization bringing together acupuncture, ritual, sound meditation, reiki, bodywork and other treatment modalities for people experiencing homelessness, active drug users, sex workers and the formerly incarcerated. https://www.dimitrimugianis.com https://cardea.net Website for The Sacred Speaks: http://www.thesacredspeaks.com WATCH: YouTube for The Sacred Speaks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOAuksnpfht1udHWUVEO7Rg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesacredspeaks/ @thesacredspeaks Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesacredspeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesacredspeaks/ Brought to you by: https://www.thecenterforhas.com Theme music provided by: http://www.modernnationsmusic.com
Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja embarks on a transformative journey with Missoko Bwiti Initiate of 10 Years, Ordained Nganga (healer, seer) and Traditionally Trained Iboga Facilitator, Chor Boogie, BWITI KOMBO (NAME): GNYANGOU – the Sun exploring the topic: 'Truth Unveiled: Exploring Iboga Medicine's Perspective.' Join us for a profound exploration of transformation on The Awaken Podcast.Meet Chor Boogie aka GnyangouFounder and visionary artist Chor Boogie aka Gnyangou has been ordained as a nganga (healer and seer) in the Assenguidia Missoko Bwiti tradition after completing a decade of study and service, the rite of passage, and multiple advanced initiations. His Bwiti name, Gnyangou, means the medicine of the sun. As an Iboga provider, Gnyangou brings his profound dedication to the Iboga medicine, the Bwiti tradition, and speaking truth. His spiritual father is Master Binana, president of the Wise (local chapter of a ngangas' organization). Gnyangou is a member of Maghanga ma Nzambe, a Bwiti leadership council based on spiritual lineage. Gnyangou leads guests on annual journeys to Gabon. He is also a critically acclaimed spray paint artist.In this episode Chor discusses:What led Chor to explore Iboga medicineExploring ancestral wounds and strengths: Unlocking internal relationships.Cultivating patience and inner practices.Iboga's perspective on the concept of truth.The role of providers as spiritual archaeologists.Requirements for entering the field of medicine and psychedelics.Essential criteria for becoming an Iboga provider.Lessons the modern psychedelic community can draw from traditional practices.Cultural appropriation in the context of Iboga in the Western world and its implications.The significance of a robust code of ethics for medicine providers.The importance of energetic protection and the widespread misunderstanding among those using and serving medicines.Being recognized as a healer by Bwiti elders: What does it signify, serving as a ngangaIn this episode we also refer to solo episode with Natasja on Rites of Passages and episode with Chors' wife Elizabeth Bast on the four pillars of Iboga and the path of a devotee.Websites:https://chorboogie.com/bio/ www.soulcentro.com Social Media handles: @gnyangou @chorboogie1Connect With Natasja:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within
In this episode, I speak again with Evan 'Zest' Burton of the band Indubious about his life-altering experiences in Africa with the plant spirit Iboga. Zest shares his powerful story of connecting with a shaman of the Bwiti for physical and spiritual healing, which then blossomed into something he never could have imagined..As we go deep into our conversation he details the incredible experiences he had while being initiated into a higher understanding, and what he plans to do with this knowledge... We also talk about his upcoming music and plant spirit festival taking place at the magical Horning's Hideout in Oregon.. Drop In!Also, the documentary about the Indubious story; 'Mystic Vibrosis' is available on every streaming platform..www.indubiousmusic.com, www.ibogarebirth.comEvan Burton Bio:Evan Burton aka Zest of Indubious is a musician, producer, podcaster, festival producer, and mystic who is best known for being a part of the Psychedelic Rootstronica Reggae band Indubious, having played keyboards and sung lead vocals with Indubious for nearly 20 years.The story of Indubious has recently gone worldwide with the release of the documentary “Mystic Vibrosis - A Guide to Living Indubiously” which highlights the health struggles of the Burton brothers having been born with cystic fibrosis and having received a double lung transplant in 2011.Recently Zest has traveled to Africa where he he became an Initiated member of the Missoko Bwiti tribe which has sparked his newfound mission of being a steward of the plant medicine Iboga which he claims has healed him and changed his life. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode Zest recounts the incredible story of his journey to Gabon, Africa where he spent 3 weeks at Moughenda's Village living with the Bwiti, received a miraculous physical healing, was initiated into the Bwiti tribe, and given many gifts by the Iboga medicine. Zest is joined by Skip and Sienna who are traditional Missoko Bwiti Iboga providers with over 5 years of combined experience.To inquire about booking your own psycho-spiritual Iboga retreat, please visit https://www.ibogarebirth.com/ and fill out the contact form. www.indubiousmusic.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/indubiousmusicSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77su9uR4crZ4HOOnCibJwFInstagram: www.instagram.com/indubious
In this episode of The Mama Psychedelia Podcast, I interview the second papa to ever come on the show, Levi Barker, a father and steward of Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica who approached me with a desire to share his story. Levi came to Iboga about 14 years ago due to an opiate addiction. After coming to the medicine himself and finding solace and healing, he befriended a Bwiti medicine carrier who trained him, and 8 years later offered him the blessing to serve this medicine. Iboga holds incredibly potent powers in reminding people of their clarity and strength, and aids them in overcoming intense addictions, as well as being a form of treatment for common mental health obstacles such as depression (including postpartum depression) anxiety, and ptsd. Iboga is also now known for its supportive measures in boosting fertility & supporting those who may have been considered infertile to conceive human life. Levi shares some of the Bwiti lessons he's walked with, simple universal truths about what it means to be a human and live here on earth. He speaks to how this medicine & his journey has impacted his parenting & how he feels this teacher can support those clearing out their subconscious closets before becoming parents or those who already are and want to go deeper.(Wifi connection was weak in a few moments excuse the breaks)Resources: Where to find Levi: IG: @realibogawellnesscenter https://www.instagram.com/realibogawellnesscenter/Website: https://ibogawellness.com/Your Host Mackenzie: IG: @mamapsychedelia@hunnywombdoulaIntro Music "Waters of the Earth" by Satori covered by me, Mackenzie. (For more of her music, check out her Spotify) Support the Mama Psychedelia Mission: PAYPAL: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.comWebsite: www.hunnywomb.com -Under Construction-
Microdose & find your flow in a supportive group setting! Early Bird Pricing for FLOW FORMULA now open until Sept 26. Save $300 by registering now: https://flowformula.crd.co/What does it actually take to change your life with plant medicine? Iboga providers Elizabeth Bast and Chor Boogie know a thing or two about this. It took a lot of work for Chor to get clean from substance addictions, and Elizabeth to heal her childhood trauma.Theirs is a powerful story of strength, courage, and resilience; they truly transformed their pain to heal themselves and now others. The pair are life partners and iboga providers whose words are powerful transmissions that pierce deeply. They are devoting their life to Iboga, Bwiti and the Earth... and learning a lot along the way.Anyone who feels called to cultivate a meaningful and deep relationship with plant teachers, lineages, nature and themselves will benefit from hearing the words in this podcast. I can't wait for you to take this conversation in… enjoy!Topics covered:Chors story of overcoming addition with Iboga to becoming an ordained as a Bwiti NgangaElizabeth's journey with plant medicine that eventually led to IbogaThe different levels of Bwiti initiationsWorking with teachers who are in integrity to the traditionThe Missoko Assenguidia branch of BwitiBwiti as the original ancient study of the human mindHow to be in relationship with nature and our ancestorsWhat it means to be a participant in your own healingConnection to spirit through Truth rather than beliefsHow to use intuition to confirm Truth the correct wayThe skills of decrement and adapting on the medicine pathThe colonized mind and mind hoardingWhat it means to be a bridge between Bwiti and the Western mindShow Links:Flow Formula: 8 Week Microdosing Program - Early Bird Until Sept 26!Kanna Extract Co - LANA to save 10%Soul Centro Retreats in Costa RicaElizabeths website and bookChor's Iboga inspired artworkIboga Panel w/ Bwiti EldersShow NotesThis episode was filmed & produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work!If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | Facebook | WebsiteModern Psychedelics Integration JournalDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance. This episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work! If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! FREEBIES to support your journey 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | YouTube | Web | Facebook DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
What if ancient medicines held the key to profound healing and transformation? In this enlightening episode of "The Psychedelic Report," Dr. Dave Rabin engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Joseph Barsuglia, an esteemed clinical psychologist and MAPS-trained MDMA-assisted psychotherapist. Together, they delve into the depths of Iboga and 5MEO-DMT – two potent substances with rich histories and remarkable potentials. Explore the cultural heritage of Iboga in the Bwiti tradition, its therapeutic applications, and the delicate balance of its conservation. Uncover the mysteries of 5MEO-DMT, its unique effects, and the necessity of proper guidance. Join them in unraveling the transformative power of these ancient medicines and the responsible paths to harnessing their benefits within the realms of spirituality and therapy.
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 the time.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 providerDo you need to have experience with other medicine before Iboga?Iboga's gift of truth and simplicityThe difference between the Truth and beliefsHow Bwiti use the mind as a tool & confirm truthThe difference between having positive and negative beliefsThe one law — the Law of Nature — in the Bwiti traditionWays we abuse ourselves and lose our happinessLevi's reflection on my Iboga JourneyHow Levi works with Iboga as a providerThe future of Iboga and expanding accessThe Moungongo Bwiti instrument (and a live performance from Levi!)Show Links:Earth Runners Earthing Sandals - LANA to save 10%Iboga Wellness CenterEpisode 45 and 49: My Iboga JourneysEpisode 40 with LeviMy Full Review of Iboga Wellness CenterShow NotesThis episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work!If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | Facebook | WebsiteModern Psychedelics Integration JournalDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance. This episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work! If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! FREEBIES to support your journey 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | YouTube | Web | Facebook DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 88: In this episode we discuss Chor's background story, what brought him into this work, the difference between facilitators and shamans working with Iboga, medicine providers who haven't gone through initiation or training, mistaking suffering for disconnection to the soul, Chor's thoughts on healing trauma, the Bwiti tribes and traditions, the harm reduction aspect, having certain expectations or resistance when working with the medicine, all about SoulCentro and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:23 - Introduction 01:56 - Chor's Background 05:16 - Facilitators Vs Shamans 07:39 - The Importance Of Initiation 10:08 - Providers Without Training 15:02 - Disconnection, Not Suffering 18:54 - Thoughts On Healing Trauma 27:30 - The Bwiti Tribes And Traditions 40:36 - The Harm Reduction Aspect 46:15 - Expectations, Resistance 53:42 - SoulCentro Retreats 58:56 - Outro About Chor: Chor is an ordained Healer (Shaman) from the BWÉTÉ tradition and has been working with IBOGA for 10 years. He is also a professional artist by way of the aerosol culture and have been for the past 30 years. He has dedicated his life to the way of the truth after receiving healing from IBOGA and reunited with his ancestry lineage and the medicine path. He's the co-founder of SoulCentro - iboga retreats in Costa Rica. Connect with Chor: Website: https://soulcentro.com/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #ChorBoogie
Metsa Nihue is an internationally known healer who specializes in indigenous wisdom and lineages. He lived and trained in the Peruvian Amazon for fifteen years under the guidance of the Quechua-Lamistas (keh-choo-uh luh-mees-tuhs), Aguarunas, and the Shipibo (she-pee-boh) indigenous peoples. He has since been in practice leading ayahuasca retreats and plant medicine rituals in South America and building awareness in communities from the US, Europe, and Canada for more than twenty years. He comes as the most highly recommended practitioner by many accredited scholars and leaders in the field of psychedelic study. Metsa is a Reiki master healer, a Sun Dancer with the Lakota Nation, he is initiated in the Bwiti tradition and ceremonies of Iboga in Gabon, and is part of the Native American Church of the Denee Nation. He is also connected to the psilocybin traditions of the Mazatec people of Mexico. He brings these lineages and practices together as a way to understand the power of healing transmission, helping to awaken our western culture to a collective consciousness resonance. Get access to Metsa Nihue's free mini-course “We Are All Related” here: https://metsa-nihue.mykajabi.com/we-are-all-related Support indigenous cultures to keep their medicine way traditions alive: https://www.sacredwaysfoundation.org/
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.Big thank you to this sponsor of this episode, Schedule35. They are my go-to trusted source for mushroom microdosing products. Check them out on their website and use FLOW at checkout to save 15%Topics covered:Iboga sustainability & supply line issues that inspired the formation of Blessings of the ForestHow the Western World has put a huge strain on access to Iboga for the GaboneseVoacanga Africana as a sustainable ibogaine alternativeHow Blessings of the Forest is working on the ground with the GaboneseWhat the West can learn from the Bwiti way of livingThe current process of defining what reciprocity looks like for the GaboneseHow to support BOTF, the Gabonese and Iboga sustainabilityShow Links:Schedule 35 — Use FLOW at checkout to save 15%Sponsor Iboga trees - donate to BOFTNational Geographic articleShow NotesThis episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work!If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | Facebook | WebsiteModern Psychedelics Integration JournalDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance. This episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work! If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! FREEBIES to support your journey 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | YouTube | Web | Facebook DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
How can we flourish reciprocal and diverse ecosystems that honour our ancestral wisdom, joy and sovereignty? In this episode Amisha talks to Diane Ghogomu, an Afro Cosmic ceremonialist, somatic sexuality educator and musician building and curating joy-centered ritual spaces applying her teachings as pleasure scholar. She nurtures regenerative social, economic and spiritual systems that call us into harmony with ourselves and nature. Diane is deeply initiated and devoted to multiple nature-based spiritual traditions in both Central Africa and South America. She is curator at Noma Collective and co-director of Cacao Love, a regenerative organic cacao company funding her non-profit ‘Afrocosmic', which invests in the cultural and spiritual sovereignty of African and indigenous wisdom keepers and artists around the world. Amisha and Diane speak about the sovereign regenerative community and retreat space Diane is co-creating in Watamu, Kenya. Rooted in collaboration with the local ecosystems the community embraces ancestral architecture, agroforestry, permaculture and the life-giving powers of spiritual and cultural traditions. Diane shares experiences gathered during her life's journey across different cultures in search of embodying her highest purpose :: joy and pleasure. She reveals her calling led her to live in the mountains of Argentina, Osho communes in Brazil, to sit with plant medicines, such as Ayahuasca in South America, to multiple initiations and experiences with Iboga in the Bwiti tradition in Gabon, and time studying Afro Cosmic Spiritual traditions with the Baka people in Cameroun. They share that understanding our cosmology and anchoring ourselves into sovereign communities is the antidote to destructive monocultures that have stripped us bare of our fertile relationships with the land and the cosmos. We learn that cultivating our erotic powers of pleasure and joy causes revolutionary ripples that animates cosmology and reciprocity. It is a way of bringing us into synergies with ancestral technologies and wisdoms that can unify our communities in cultural, spiritual and economic sovereignty ultimately transforming destructive systems of colonial legacies. Links from this episode and more at allthatweare.org
Interview starts at 34:20 Levi Barker joins us for a great chat about healing with Iboga in Costa Rica. Why Costa Rica, and what wisdom did the Bwiti Shaman's bring to the continent? We talk about Levi's story, how Iboga has helped him and many others, psycho spiritual work, purging, detoxing, fentanyl, opioids, spiritual showers, studying life and connecting with ancestors. Will this help with depression and anxiety and to retrieve repressed memories? https://ibogawellness.com/ In the intro we chat about our latest trip to Utah, our upcoming ones, and Darren's experience crossing back over the border. Help support the show, because we can't do it without ya. If you value this content with 0 ads, 0 sponsorships, 0 breaks, 0 portals and links to corporate websites, please assist. Many hours of unlimited content for free. Thanks for listening!! Support the show directly: http://www.grimerica.ca/support https://www.patreon.com/grimerica http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com Our audio book page: www.adultbrain.ca Adultbrain Audiobook YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@adultbrainaudiobookpublishing Grimerica Media YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@grimerica/featured Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans Https://t.me.grimerica www.grimerica.ca/chats https://discord.gg/qfrHVvP3 Get your Magic Mushrooms delivered from: Champignon Magique Mushroom Spores, Spore Syringes, Best Spore Syringes,Grow Mushrooms Spores Lab Buy DMT Canada Other affiliated shows: https://grimericaoutlawed.ca/The newer controversial Grimerica Outlawed Grimerica Show https://www.13questionspodcast.com/ Our New Podcast - 13 Questions Leave a review on iTunes and/or Stitcher: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter http://www.grimerica.ca/news 1-403-702-6083 Call and leave a voice mail or send us a text SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com InstaGRAM https://www.instagram.com/the_grimerica_show_podcast/ Tweet Darren https://twitter.com/Grimerica Connect through other platforms: https://www.reddit.com/r/grimerica/ https://gab.ai/Grimerica Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ ART Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/ MUSIC Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com - Hyperdrive Broke for Free - Playground Pigeon
This week's episode is all about healing with Iboga with Tisha Ingram of www.discovertheroot.com. Tisha is trained in traditional use of Iboga with the Bwiti in Gabon and seeks to bring healing to others with grounded ceremony and conscientious use of this powerful entheogen.
Recorded at Moughenda's Village in Gabon, Africa, Skip sits down with Moughenda Mikala to chat about the Bwiti tradition, how iboga heals on a physical and spiritual level, the sickness of the western mind, why iboga is no longer being held as a secret to the world, and how we can heal ourselves with the truth.Moughenda is a 10th generation Missoko Bwiti Shaman. He started ingesting Iboga while in utero during his mother's pregnancy, and started apprenticing as a shaman under his Maternal Grandfather while he was still a child. After decades of intensive training, apprenticeship, and going through many initiations, Moughenda took the role of lead shaman in his community. Moughenda is head Shaman and Spiritual Director of his community, part of the Missoko Bwiti tribe. Not only does he lead healing, and medicine work, including work with Iboga, he also conducts wedding rites, funeral rites, and conflict resolution/mediation in the community, among other responsibilities. To learn more about Moughenda or inquire about an iboga retreat in Gabon Africa at Moughenda's Village please visit https://ibogaretreatcenter.com/www.indubiousmusic.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/indubiousmusicSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77su9uR4crZ4HOOnCibJwFInstagram: www.instagram.com/indubious
Today's guest is Jeremy Weate, former CEO of Universal Ibogaine. Ibogaine is a the extract from the Iboga plant, which grows in West Africa places like Gabon, and is a sacrament in the Bwiti tradition. Ibogaine has tremendous potential to treat addictions and as someone who has seen first hand what addictions can do to people, families, and larger social groups, this is a cause very near and dear to me and I will support it anyway I can. That's why I was delighted to when Jeremy agreed to come on the show. As you may know the opioid addiction crisis in North America affects many millions of people, heroin is just a tiny percentage of with prescription drugs being the real devastating agent. Of course Europe and Asia are steadily following suit and that's just opiates. Let's not forget stimulants like crack and cocaine, and of course the ubiquitous alcohol which is ravaging places like Ireland and the UK. Jeremy's Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyweateUniversal Ibogaine: https://www.ibogaineinc.com/ Topics discussed on this episode: Jeremy's background and how he discovered iboga. His initiation into Bwiti in Gabon. The iboga experience and effect on the body. Microdosing iboga - considerations and effects. The ibogaine treatment process for addictions. The differences in approach between opiate vs stimulant addiction treatment. The rationale behind using ibogaine HCL extract vs iboga root bark. The iboga/ibogaine integration process. The preparation process for patients and the risks of ibogaine vs opioids. The scale of the opioid crisis, beyond heroin, with opioid-based painkillers as a major contributor. Universal Ibogaine's direction and plans for the future.
"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 ibogaRecounting days 4-8 at Iboga Wellness CenterAccessing ultimate peace of mind in my second ceremonyBattling the ego that wants a “cool” psychedelic experienceReleasing expectations around who I am supposed to be and moving into who I really amReflections on my ceremonies, two months laterHow iboga is a “scrubber” medicine, providing a clean slateSimilarities and differences between Ayahausca and IbogaAnswering some of your questions about my experienceThings mentioned:Iboga Wellness Center, where I had this experienceLevi Barker, Iboga Provider at Iboga Wellness (episode 40 with Levi HERE)Blessings of the Forest (sponsor an iboga tree)Episode 45: Part 1 of my Iboga experienceMy Full Review of Iboga Wellness CenterAyahausca vs Iboga guideHave you gained new insights and perspectives from us and our guests? Donate to the podcast via PayPal to help support to cost of creating this powerful content ad-free.If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | Facebook | WebsiteModern Psychedelics Integration JournalDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance. This episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work! If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! FREEBIES to support your journey 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | YouTube | Web | Facebook DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
The Awaken Podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Eco-system.Meet in this episode Elizabeth Bast is a Bwiti initiate, traditionally trained iboga provider, and a co-founder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats. She is the author of the award-winning memoir, Heart Medicine: A True Love Story--One Couple's Quest for the Sacred Iboga Medicine & the Cure for Addiction. Bast is a recipient of a Women of the Psychedelic Renaissance grant from the psychedelic feminist nonprofit organization Cosmic Sister and a member of Cosmic Sister's Expert Advisory Circle. She studied at New College of San Francisco with an emphasis on Art and Social Change and completed the transformational coach training program for psychedelic integration with Being True to You. Elizabeth's Bwiti name is Mbeye, which means the medicine of the river. In this episode Elizabeth discusses:What brought you to iboga medicine?Iboga is a powerful and medically sensitive medicine. What does it mean to be a medically responsible provider of iboga?The importance of a strong code of ethics as a medicine providerThe acknowledgment as a healer by the Bwiti eldersWhat is reciprocity with regard to indigenous communities and why is it important?The mind, body, and soul purge with IbogaHow can iboga help with relationshipsStory and vision for SoulCentro.Humility as a teaching forceLiving as a devotee and student of the medicineThe four pillars of Iboga: Addiction recovery, Trauma healing, Holistic wellness and Visionary creativityMedicine coding, attire, and sacred colorsTobacco medicine, the teacher plantWebsite: www.soulcentro.comSocial Media handles:https://facebook.com/enectarbasthttps://instagram.com/enectarbastInspiration:Awaken The Medicine Within - Retreats awakenthemedicinewithin.comONE MONTH FREE ACCESS to - Membership, Courses, and Community& 21 Days of Gratitude Course
To put it succulently: 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.Kick-start your integration process with the Modern Psychedelics Integration JournalWhat I talked about:How I received the call to Iboga & how I prepared for the experienceMy intentions for sitting with IbogaThe first ceremony, which was the most challenging & psychedelic experience of my life… Followed by the most beautiful day of my life (the Discovery Day after ceremony)Insights & major breakthroughs that came to me through the “voice of truth”The strong connection to Earth that Iboga facilitated for meAnswering some of your questions about my experienceThings mentioned:Iboga Wellness Center, where I had this experienceLevi Barker, Iboga Provider at Iboga Wellness (episode 40 with Levi HERE)Moughenda, the10th Gen. the Missoko Bwiti Shaman who trained Levi for several yearsIboga: The Root of All Healing [book]Have you gained new insights and perspectives from us and our guests? Donate to the podcast via PayPal to help support to cost of creating this powerful content ad-free.If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | Facebook | WebsiteModern Psychedelics Integration JournalMore Lana: Instagram | YouTube| WebsiteDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Hey everybody! Episode 97 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Dr. Tomas Frymann. Tomas was introduced to me by a mutual friend, Michael Kokal, who has a great podcast himself, End of the Road. Tomas is a clinical psychologist who recently completed his doctorate at Columbia University. He has worked as an ayahuasca facilitator, has worked with veterans working with iboga and bufo alvarius, and recently completed a Bwiti initiation in Gabon working with iboga. We spoke about all of these as well as his ideas of Interbeing, inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh. Tomas is a really good guy doing great work and has a varied experience of life which gives him a really interesting perspective. It was a pleasure for me to sit down with him and have him share, and I think you all will get a lot out of this interview. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!“Dr. Tomas Frymann received his PhD from the Psychology and Spirituality Lab at Teachers College, Columbia University. His research interests center on the study of consciousness and self-transcendence, with an emphasis on investigating the potential for self-transcendence to be taught conceptually through a framework of Interbeing informed by modern science, along with experiential practices, in service of driving social progress and improving life quality. Tomas' core inspiration lies in helping create a world in which The Golden Rule - treat others as your self - is instilled in the very fabric of how we understand our identity. Outside of his academic work, Tomas competed as a professional skimboarder. He brings his love for the ocean and nature into applied curriculum development, leading workshops and retreats revolving around the exploration of life's big questions amidst natural settings.”To learn more about or contact Tomas, visit his website at: https://www.aswewake.com/If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!For more information about me and my upcoming plant medicine retreats with my colleague Merav Artzi, visit my site at: https://www.NicotianaRustica.orgTo book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.comSupport this podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithinDonate directly with PayPal:https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanikMusic courtesy of: Nuno Moreno (end song). Visit: https://m.soundcloud.com/groove_a_zen_sound and https://nahira-ziwa.bandcamp.com/ And Stefan Kasapovski's Santero Project (intro song). Visit: https://spoti.fi/3y5Rd4Hhttps://www.facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/UniverseWithinPodcast
Stacy and Brenda talk with founder of Root Healing in Portugal, Ryan "Ghenigho" Rich about the plant medicine Iboga and how this is supporting people to get to the root of trauma and addiction. We discuss the difference between Ibogaine and Iboga. We discuss the Bwiti culture of where Iboga originates from. We discuss how Iboga is used. How Iboga can support people to heal trauma. We discuss what is important to know for those who are thinking about an Iboga ceremony. We discuss the power of ceremony and what a Bwiti ceremony looks like. We talk about the Root Healings standards of care. What discuss some of Ryan's favorite Bwiti teachings. We discuss reciprocity initiatives and giving back to the Bwiti communities. Ryan shares a powerful story of healing. Ryan "Ghenigho" Rich is the founder of Root Healing. He is a traditional Missoko Bwee-ti Iboga provider who was trained and empowered to lead retreats and also offer pre-initiations to men and women. His work with Iboga includes Traditional Bwee-ti Iboga Ceremonies, Iboga Assisted Detox, Pre-initiations, Iboga Preparation, and Iboga Integration Counseling. Ryan is a lead providers at most of the Root Healing ceremonies and the Detox program. Ryan also studies/practices Tantra, Engaged Buddhism, and of course Bwee-ti. In addition to his Bwiti/Iboga work, Ryan is a meditation teacher, counselor, and mentor. Ryan loves to help people liberate themselves from their conditioning, and their fear, and actualize a more full, engaged, life. This episode is sponsored by Tom Paladino at Scalar Light Tom Paladino with Scalar Light. Sign up and receive your 30 day free scalar light healing at https://www.scalarlight.com/ (https://www.scalarlight.com). Listen to our interviews with Tom and the amazing benefits and healing potential in episodes #73, 78, 90 and 103. Ryan Rich Links: https://roothealing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/root_healing_iboga/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE3DMLX0iBnoAgX6H4gYk2w info@roothealing.com Be the Love Links: Website: https://www.bethelovepodcast.com/ (https://www.bethelovepodcast.com/) Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/bethelovepodcast (https://www.facebook.com/bethelovepodcast) Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bethelovepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be_the_love_podcast/ (@bethelovepodcast) Patreon Website: https://www.patreon.com/bethelovepodcast (https://www.patreon.com/bethelovepodcast) To donate to the Kimote Foundation: https://gofund.me/969a4863 (https://gofund.me/969a4863) Your Empowered Soul: A Natural Pathway to Healing Anxiety and Depression https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0578401851/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y764EDGHTVEKW7EV25H7-- (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0578401851/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y764EDGHTVEKW7EV25H7--) If you would like to learn more about becoming a Donor, Mentor, Volunteer, or Sponsor, please email Kimote Foundation Director, Eric Kifampa at: kicouganda@gmail.com or go to the foundation's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Kimote-Foundation-412600252444953/ (https://www.facebook.com/Kimote-Foundation-412600252444953/) Heatherlyn's website: https://www.heatherlynmusic.com/ (https://www.heatherlynmusic.com) This episode was edited by Chelsea Weaver http://chelseaweaverpodcasting.com/ (http://chelseaweaverpodcasting.com) linktree, https://linktr.ee/chelseaweaverpodcasting (https://linktr.ee/chelseaweaverpodcasting)
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