Podcasts about plant medicine

Could psychedelics be the breakthrough treatment for trauma, depression, and anxiety that traditional medicine has been missing? In this groundbreaking episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Austin West to explore the transformative world of psychedelic therapy, how plant medicine is revolutionizing mental health treatment, and the profound personal growth that comes from psychedelic-assisted healing.Austin shares his expertise and personal experiences with psychedelics, the science behind how they heal the brain, rewire trauma patterns, and unlock breakthrough confidence and self-awareness. If you've tried everything to heal your mental health and nothing has worked, this conversation offers hope and a new path forward through the power of psychedelic medicine.You can find more from Austin here:@iamaustinwest@entheosholisticsiamaustinwest.com

In this episode we are going to talk about one of the most fascinating and dare I even say weird quotes I have ever come across. Millionaires don't use astrology Billionaires do…This quote gets even stranger once you realize that it was said by one of the richest and most powerful men to have ever lived. So in this episode we are going to break down what that quote actually means and how we can apply that knowledge to our own lives.My Website: The Unplugged HumanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unpluggedhuman.life/Watch this episode on YoutubeGet a copy of The Unplugged JournalPodcast gear, Quotes from Mother, Pine pollen and tallow - Online StoreSignup for newsletter: Send email to: ayahumero@deeperyougo.com with subject line "I Want In"90-day Challenge: message me at ayahumero@deeperyougo.com with subject line "90-day"Field Guide 9 (a group I conduct ceremonies for) - WebsiteBook: The Self-Sabotage Guide: 9 Behaviors Preventing You from Becoming Stronger, Faster, And Sexier

In this powerful conversation, Spencer Coursen, threat management expert, bestselling author, and host of Coursen's Corner, opens up about the journey from trauma to healing, and what it truly means to “win the war within.”Spencer shares the story behind his darkest moment, the service dog who saved his life, and how plant medicine, CBT, and emotional integration helped him rebuild from the inside out. We explore the difference between instinct and intuition, why women must trust their inner signals, the rise of false confidence in men, how to cultivate authentic masculinity, and what actually keeps us safe in modern life. This episode dives into trauma recovery, psychedelic healing, dating dynamics, emotional intelligence, safety, self-trust, courage, and the work required to grow into the person you're meant to be.Spencer's new book, Winning the War Within, releases June 26, 2026.Connect with Spencer:Website: https://www.spencercoursen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxwzst3QHsORLLRzluNw7s6LW0G_O6HZc The Safety Trap on Amazon: https://www.spencercoursen.com/the-safety-trapConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramYouTube Kristin's Best-Selling Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sex, Drugs, & Soul on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify Audiobook Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Podcast:YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off pleasure goodies at WAANDS, use code SEXDRUGSSOUL.

In this live episode, Tricia Eastman joins to discuss Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, Psychedelic Initiation. She explains why many Indigenous initiatory systems begin with consultation and careful assessment of the person, often using divination and lineage-based diagnostic methods before anyone enters ceremony. Eastman contrasts that with modern frameworks that can move fast, rely on short trainings, or treat the medicine as a stand-alone intervention. Early Themes: Ritual, Preparation, and the Loss of Container Eastman describes her background, including ancestral roots in Mexico and her later work at Crossroads Ibogaine in Mexico, where she supported early ibogaine work with veterans. She frames her broader work as cultural bridging that seeks respect rather than fetishization, and assimilation into modern context rather than appropriation. Early discussion focuses on: Why initiatory traditions emphasize purification, preparation, and long timelines Why consultation matters before any high-intensity medicine work How decades of training shaped traditional initiation roles Why people can get harmed when they treat medicine as plug and play Core Insights: Alchemy, Shadow, and Doing the Work A major throughline is Eastman's critique of the belief that a psychedelic alone will erase trauma. She argues that shadow work remains part of the human condition, and that healing is less about a one-time fix and more about building capacity for relationship with the unconscious. Using alchemical language, she describes "nigredo" as fuel for the creative process, not as something to eliminate forever. Key insights include: Psychedelics are tools, not saviors You cannot outsource responsibility to a pill, a modality, or a facilitator Progress requires practice, discipline, and honest engagement with what arises "Healing" often shows up as obstacles encountered while trying to live and create Later Discussion and Takeaways: Iboga, Ethics, and Biocultural Stewardship Joe and Tricia move into a practical and ethically complex discussion about iboga supply chains, demand pressure, and the risks of amplifying interest without matching it with harm reduction and reciprocity. Eastman emphasizes medical screening, responsible messaging, and supporting Indigenous-led stewardship efforts. She also warns that harm can come from both under-trained modern facilitators and irresponsible people claiming traditional legitimacy. Concrete takeaways include: Treat iboga and ibogaine as high-responsibility work that demands safety protocols Avoid casual marketing that encourages risky self-administration Support Indigenous-led biocultural stewardship and reciprocity efforts Give lineage carriers a meaningful seat at the table in modern policy and clinical conversations Frequently Asked Questions Who is Tricia Eastman? Tricia Eastman is an author, facilitator, and founder of Ancestral Heart. Her work focuses on cultural bridging, initiation frameworks, and Indigenous-led stewardship. What is Seeding Consciousness about? The book examines plant medicine through initiatory traditions, emphasizing consultation, ritual, preparation, and integration rather than reductionistic models. Why does Tricia Eastman critique modern psychedelic models? She argues that many models remove the ritual container and long-form preparation that reduce risk and support deeper integration. Is iboga or ibogaine safe? With the right oversite, yes. Eastman stresses that safety depends on cardiac screening, careful protocols, and experienced oversight. She warns against informal or self-guided use. How can people support reciprocity and stewardship? She encourages donating or supporting Indigenous-led biocultural stewardship initiatives like Ancestral Heart and aligning public messaging with harm reduction. Closing Thoughts This episode makes a clear case that Tricia Eastman Seeding Consciousness is not only a book about psychedelics, but a critique of how the field is developing. Eastman argues that a successful future depends on mature containers, serious safety culture, and respectful partnership with lineage carriers, especially as interest in iboga and ibogaine accelerates. Links https://www.ancestralheart.com https://www.innertraditions.com/author/tricia-eastman Transcript Joe Moore Hello, everybody. Welcome back. Joe Moore with you again from Psychedelics Today, joined today by Tricia Eastman. Tricia, you just wrote a book called Seeding Consciousness. We're going to get into that a bunch today, but how are you today? [00:00:16.07] - Tricia Eastman I'm so good. It's exciting to be live. A lot of the podcasts I do are offline, and so it's like we're being witnessed and feels like just can feel the energy behind It's great. [00:00:31.11] - Joe Moore It's fun. It's a totally different energy than maybe this will come out in four months. This is real, and there's people all over the world watching in real-time. And we'll get some comments. So folks, if you're listening, please leave us some comments. And we'd love to chat a little bit later about those. [00:00:49.23] - Tricia Eastman I'm going to join the chat so that I can see... Wait, I just want to make sure I'm able to see the comments, too. Do I hit join the chat? [00:01:01.17] - Joe Moore Sometimes you can, sometimes you can't. I can throw comments on the screen so we can see them together. [00:01:07.02] - Tricia Eastman Cool. [00:01:08.03] - Joe Moore Yeah. So it'll be fun. Give us comments, people. Please, please, please, please. Yeah, you're all good. So Tricia, I want to chat about your book. Tell us high level about your book, and then we're going to start digging into you. [00:01:22.10] - Tricia Eastman So Seeding Consciousness is the title, and I know it's a long subtitled Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, Psychedelic Initiation. And I felt like it was absolutely necessary for the times that we are in right now. When I was in Gabon in 2018, in one of my many initiations, as as an initiative, the Fung lineage of Buiti, which I've been practicing in for 11 years now, I was given the instructions. I was given the integration homework to write this book. And I would say I don't see that as this divine thing, like you were given the assignment. I think I was given the assignment because it's hard as F to write a book. I mean, it really tests you on so many levels. I mean, even just thinking about putting yourself out there from a legal perspective, and then also, does it make any sense? Will anyone buy it? And on Honestly, it's not me. It's really what I was given to write, but it's based on my experience working with several thousand people over the years. And really, the essence of it is that in our society, we've taken this reductionistic approach in psychedelics, where we've really taken out the ritual. [00:02:54.05] - Tricia Eastman Even now with the FDA trial for MDMA for PTSD. There's even conversations with a lot of companies that are moving forward, psychedelics, through the FDA process, through that pathway, that are talking about taking the therapy out. And the reality is that in these ancient initiatic traditions, they were very long, drawn out experiences with massive purification rituals, massive amounts of different types of practice in order to prepare oneself to meet the medicine. Different plants were taken, like vomatifs and different types of purification rituals were performed. And then you would go into this profound initiatic experience because the people that were working with you that were in, we call it the Nema, who gives initiations, had decades of training and experience doing these types of initiatic experiences. So if you compare that to the modern day framework, we have people that go online and get a certificate and start serving people medicine or do it in a context where maybe there isn't even an established container or facilitator whatsoever. And so really, the idea is, how can we take the essence of this ancient wisdom wisdom, like when you look at initiation, the first step is consultation, which is really going deep into the history of the individual using different types of techniques that are Indigenous technologies, such as different forms of divination, such as cowrie shell readings. [00:04:52.18] - Tricia Eastman And there's different types of specific divinations that are done in different branches of And before one individual would even go into any initiation, you need to understand the person and where they're coming from. So it's really about that breakdown of all of that, and how can we integrate elements of that into a more modern framework. [00:05:24.23] - Joe Moore Brilliant. All right. Well, thank you for that. And let's chat about you. You've got a really interesting past, very dynamic, could even call it multicultural. And you've got a lot of experience that informed this book. So how did this stuff come forward for you? [00:05:50.02] - Tricia Eastman I mean, I've never been the person to seek anything. My family on my mother's side is from Mexico, from Oaxaca, Trique, Mixtec, and Michica. And we had a long lineage of practice going back to my, at least I know from my great, great grandmother, practicing a blend of mestiza, shamanism, combining centerea and Catholicism together. So it's more of like a syncratic mestiza, mestiza being mixed tradition. And so I found it really interesting because later on, when my grandfather came to the United States, he ended up joining the military. And in being in the US, he didn't really have a place. He's very devout spiritual man, but he didn't have a place to practice this blended spiritual tradition. So the mystical aspect of it went behind. And as I started reconnecting to my ancestral lineage, this came forth that I was really starting to understand the mystical aspect of my ancestry. And interestingly, at the same time, was asked to work at Crossroads Abigain in Mexico. And it's so interesting to see that Mexico has been this melting pot and has been the place where Abigain has chosen to plant its roots, so to say, and has treated thousands of veterans. [00:07:36.28] - Tricia Eastman I got to be part of the group of facilitators back over 10 years ago. We treated the first Navy Seals with Abogaine, and that's really spurred a major interest in Abogaine. Now it's in every headline. I also got 10 I got initiated into the Fung lineage of Buiti and have really studied the traditional knowledge. I created a nonprofit back in 2019 called Ancestral Heart, which is really focused on Indigenous-led stewardship. Really, the book helps as a culmination of the decade of real-world experience of combining My husband, Dr. Joseph Barzulia. He's a psychologist. He's also a pretty well-known published researcher in Abigain and 5MEO-DMT, but also deeply spiritual and deeply in respect for the Indigenous traditions that have carried these medicines before us. So we've really been walking this complex path of world bridging between how we establish these relationships and how we bring some of these ancient knowledge systems back into the forefront, but not in a way of fetishizing them, but in a way of deeply respecting them and what we can learn, but from our own assimilation and context versus appropriation. So really, I think the body of my work is around that cultural bridging. [00:09:31.07] - Joe Moore That's brilliant. And yeah, there's some really fun stuff I learned in the book so far that I want to get into later. But next question is, who is your intended audience here? Because this is an interesting book that could hit a few categories, but I'm curious to hear from you. [00:09:49.02] - Tricia Eastman It's so funny because when I wrote the book, I wasn't thinking, oh, what's my marketing plan? What's my pitch? Who's my intended audience? Because it was my homework, and I knew I needed to write the book, and maybe that was problematic in the sense that I had to go to publishers and have a proposal. And then I had to create a formula in hindsight. And I would say the demographic of the book mirrors the demographic of where people are in the psychedelic space, which It's skewed slightly more male, although very female. I think sex isn't necessarily important when we're thinking about the level of trauma and the level of spiritual healing and this huge deficit that we have in mental health, which is really around our disconnection from our true selves, from our heart, from our souls, from this idea of of what Indigenous knowledge systems call us the sacred. It's really more of an attitude of care and presence. I'm sure we could give it a different name so that individuals don't necessarily have any guard up because we have so much negative conditioning related to the American history of religion, which a lot of people have rejected, and some have gone back to. [00:11:37.06] - Tricia Eastman But I think we need to separate it outside of that. I would say the demographic is really this group of I would say anywhere from 30 to 55 male females that are really in this space where maybe they're doing some of the wellness stuff. They're starting to figure some things out, but it's just not getting them there. And when something happens in life, for example, COVID-19 would be a really great example. It knocks them off course, and they just don't have the tools to find that connection. And I would say it even spans across people that do a lot of spiritual practice and maybe are interested in what psychedelics can do in addition to those practices. Because when we look at my view on psychedelics, is they fit within a whole spectrum of wellness and self-care and any lineage of spiritual practice, whether it's yoga or Sufism or Daoist tradition. But they aren't necessarily the thing that... I think there's an over focus on the actual substance itself and putting it on a pedestal that I think is problematic in our society because it goes back to our religious context in the West is primarily exoteric, meaning that we're seeking something outside of ourselves to fulfill ourselves. [00:13:30.29] - Tricia Eastman And so I think that when we look at psychedelic medicines as this exoteric thing versus when we look at initiatory traditions are about inward and direct experience. And all of these spiritual practices and all of these modalities are really designed to pull you back into yourself, into having a direct relationship with yourself and direct experience. And I feel like the minute that you are able to forge that connection, which takes practice and takes discipline, then you don't need to necessarily look at all these other tools outside of yourself. It's like one of my favorite analogies is the staff on the Titanic were moving the furniture around as it was sinking, thinking that they might save the boat from sinking by moving the furniture around. I think that's how we've been with a lot of ego-driven modalities that aren't actually going into the full unconscious, which is where we need to go to have these direct experiences. Sorry for the long answer, but it is for everybody, and it's not just about psychedelics. Anyone can take something from this doing any spiritual work. But we talk a lot about the Indigenous philosophy and how that ties in alongside with spiritual practice and more of this inner way of connecting with oneself and doing the work. [00:15:21.22] - Tricia Eastman And I think also really not sugar coating it in the sense that the psychedelics aren't going to save us. They're not going to cure PTSD. Nothing you take will. It's you that does the work. And if you don't do the work, you're not going to have an 87 % success rate with opioid use disorder or whatever it is, 60 something % for treatment-resistant depression or whatever. It's like you have to do the work. And so we can't keep putting the power in the modality reality or the pill. [00:16:03.18] - Joe Moore Yeah, that makes sense. So you did an interesting thing here with this book, and it was really highlighting aspects of the alchemical process. And people don't necessarily have exposure. They hear the words alchemy. I get my shoulders go up when I hear alchemizing, like transmutation. But it's a thing. And how do we then start communicating this from Jung? I found out an interesting thing recently as an ongoing student. Carl Jung didn't necessarily have access to all that many manuscripts. There's so many alchemical manuscripts available now compared to what he had. And as a result, our understanding of alchemy has really evolved. Western alchemy, European alchemy, everybody. Perhaps Kmetic, too. I don't know. You could speak to that more. I don't keep track of what's revealed in Egypt. So it's really interesting to present that in a forward way? How has it been received so far? Or were you nervous to present this in this way? [00:17:25.10] - Tricia Eastman I mean, honestly, I think the most important The important thing is that in working with several thousand people over the years, people think that taking the psychedelic and the trauma is going to go away. It's always there. I mean, we We archetypically will have the shadow as long as we need the shadow to learn. And so even if we go into a journey and we transcend it, it's still there. So I would say that the The feedback has been really incredible. I mean, the people that are reading... I mean, I think because I'm weaving so many different, complex and deep concepts into one book, it might be a little harder to market. And I think the biggest bummer was that I was really trying to be respectful to my elders and not say anything in the title about Iboga and Abigain, even though I talk a lot about it in the book, and it's such a hot topic, it's really starting to take off. But the people that have read it really consider it. They really do the work. They do the practices in the book, and I'm just getting really profound feedback. So that's exciting to me because really, ultimately, alchemy... [00:18:55.22] - Tricia Eastman Yeah, you're right. It gets used Used a lot in marketing lingo and sitting in the depth of the tar pit. For me, when I was in Gabon, I remember times where I really had to look at things that were so dark in my family history that I didn't even realize were mine until later connected to my lineage. And the dark darkness connected to that and just feeling that and then knowing really the truth of our being is that we aren't those things. We're in this process of changing and being, and so nothing is is fixed, but there is a alchemical essence in just learning to be with it. And so not always can we just be with something. And and have it change, but there are many times that we can actually just be with those parts of ourselves and be accepting, where it's not like you have to have this intellectualized process It's just like, first you have the negrado, then you tune into the albeda, and you receive the insights, and you journal about it, and da, da, da, da, da Action, Mars aspect of it, the rubeda of the process. It's not like that at all. [00:20:44.15] - Tricia Eastman It's really that the wisdom that comes from it because you're essentially digesting black goo, which is metaphoric to the oil that we use to power all of society that's pulled deep out of the Earth, and it becomes gold. It becomes... And really, the way I like to think of it is like, in life, we are here to create, and we are not here to heal ourselves. So if you go to psychedelic medicine and you want to heal yourself, you're going to be in for... You're just going to be stuck and burnt out because that's not what we're here to do as human beings, and you'll never run out of things to heal. But if you You think of the negrado in alchemy as gasoline in your car. Every time you go back in, it's like refilling your gas tank. And whatever you go back in for as you're moving in the journey, it's almost like that bit of negrado is like a lump of coal that's burning in the gas tank. And that gets you to the next point to which there's another thing related to the creative process. So it's like As you're going in that process, you're going to hit these speed bumps and these obstacles in the way. [00:22:07.29] - Tricia Eastman And those obstacles in the way, that's the healing. So if you just get in the car in the human vehicle and you drive and you continue to pull out the shadow material and face it, you're going to keep having the steam, but not just focus on it, having that intention, having that connection to moving forward in life. And I hate to use those words because they sound so growth and expansion oriented, which life isn't always. It's evolutionary and deevolutionary. It's always in spirals. But ultimately, you're in a creative process would be the best way to orient it. So I think when we look at alchemy from that standpoint, then it's productive. Effective. Otherwise, it sounds like some brand of truffle salt or something. [00:23:09.12] - Joe Moore Yeah, I think it's a... If people want to dig in, amazing. It's just a way to describe processes, and it's super informative if you want to go there, but it's not necessary for folks to do the work. And I like how you framed it quite a bit. So let's see. There is one bit, Tricia, that my ears really went up on this one point about a story about Actually, let me do a tangent for you real quick, and then we're going to come back to this story. So are you familiar with the tribe, the Dogon, in Africa? Of course. Yeah. So they're a group that looks as though they were involved in Jewish and/or Egyptian traditions, and then ended up on the far side of like, what, Western Africa, far away, and had their own evolution away from Egypt and the Middle East. Fascinating. Fascinating stories, fascinating astronomy, and much more. I don't know too much about the religion. I love their masks. But this drew an analogy for me, as you were describing that the Buiti often have stories about having lineage to pre-dynastic Egyptian culture. I guess we'll call it that for now, the Kometic culture. [00:24:44.23] - Joe Moore I had not heard that before. Shame on me because I haven't really read any books about Buiti as a religion or organization, or anything to this point. But I found that really interesting to know that now, at least I'm aware of two groups claiming lineage to that ancient world of magic. Can you speak about that at all for us? Yeah. [00:25:09.24] - Tricia Eastman So first off, there really aren't any books talking about that. Some of the things I've learned from elders that I've spoke with and asked in different lineages in Masoco and in Fong Buiti, there's a few things. One, We lived in many different eras. Even if you go into ancient texts of different religions, creation stories, and biblical stories, they talk about these great floods that wiped out the planet. One of the things that Atum talks about, who is one of my Buiti fathers who passed a couple years ago, is Is the understanding that before we were in these different areas, you had Mu or Lumaria, you had Atlantis, and then you had our current timeline. And the way that consciousness was within those timelines was very different and the way the Earth was. You had a whole another continent called Atlantis that many people, even Plato, talks about a very specific location of. And what happened, I believe during that time period, Africa, at least the Saharan band of the desert was much more lush, and it was a cultural melting pot. So if you think about, for example, the Pygmy tribes, which are in Equatorial Africa, they are the ones that introduced Iboga to the Buiti. [00:27:08.08] - Tricia Eastman If you look at the history of ancient Egypt, what I'm told is that the Pygmies lived in Pharaonic Egypt, all the way up until Pharaonic Egypt. And there was a village. And if you look on the map in Egypt, you see a town called Bawiti, B-A-W-I-T-I. And that is the village where they lived. And I have an interesting hypothesis that the God Bess, if you look at what he's wearing, it's the exact same to a T as what the Pygmies wear. And the inspiration for which a lot of the Buiti, because they use the same symbology, because each part of the outfit, whether it's the Mocingi, which is like this animal skin, or the different feathers, they use the parrot feather as a symbology of speech and communication, all of these things are codes within the ceremony that were passed along. And so when you look at Bess, he's wearing almost the exact same outfit that the Pygmies are wearing and very similar to if you see pictures of the ceremonies of Misoko or Gonde Misoko, which I would say is one of the branches of several branches, but that are closer to the original way of Buiti of the jungle, so closer to the way the Pygmies practice. [00:28:59.16] - Tricia Eastman So If you look at Bess, just to back my hypothesis. So you look at Neteru. Neteru were the... They called them the gods of Egypt, and they were all giant. And many say the word nature actually means nature, but they really represented the divine qualities of nature. There's best. Look at him. And a lot of the historians said he's the God of Harmeline and children and happiness. I think he's more than the God of Harmeline, and I think that the Pygmies worked with many different plants and medicines, and really the ultimate aspect of it was freedom. If you think about liberation, like the libation, number one, that's drunkiness. Number two, liberation, you of freeing the joyous child from within, our true nature of who we are. You look at every temple in Egypt, and you look at these giant statues, and then you have this tiny little pygmy God, and there's no other gods that are like Bess. He's one of a kind. He's in his own category. You've You've got giant Hathor, you've got giant Thoth, you've got giant Osiris, Isis, and then you've got little tiny Bess. And so I think it backs this hypothesis. [00:30:48.27] - Tricia Eastman And my understanding from practitioners of Dogon tradition is that they also believe that their ancestors came from Egypt, and they definitely have a lot of similarity in the teachings that I've seen and been exposed to just from here. I mean, you can... There's some more modern groups, and who's to know, really, the validity of all of it. But there are some, even on YouTube, where you can see there's some more modern Dogon temples that are talking in English or English translation about the teachings, and they definitely line up with Kamehdi teachings. And so my hypothesis around that is that the Dogon are probably most likely pygmy descendants as, And the pygmy were basically run out of Bawiti because there was jealousy with the priest, because there was competition, because all of the offerings that were being made in the temple, there was a lot of power, connected to each of the temples. And there was competitiveness even amongst the different temples, lining the Nile and all of that, of who was getting the most offerings and who was getting the most visits. And so the Pygmies essentially were run out, and they migrated, some of them migrated south to Gabon and Equatorial Africa. [00:32:43.07] - Tricia Eastman And then If you think about the physical changes that happened during these planetary catastrophes, which we know that there had been more than one based on many historical books. So that whole area went through a desertification process, and the Equatorial rainforest remained. So it's highly likely even that Iboga, at one point, grew in that region as well. [00:33:18.00] - Joe Moore Have you ever seen evidence of artwork depicting Iboga there in Egypt? [00:33:24.17] - Tricia Eastman There are several different death temples. I'm trying to remember the name of the exact one that I went to, but on the columns, it looked like Iboga trees that were carved into the columns. And I think what's interesting about this... So Seychet is the divine scribe, the scribe of Egyptian wisdom. And she was basically, essentially the sidekick of Thoth. Thoth was who brought a lot of the ancient wisdom and people like Pythagoras and many of the ancient philosophers in Roman times went and studied in a lot of these Thoth lineage mystery schools. When you look at the the river of the Nile on the east side, east is the energy liturgy of initiation. It's always like if you go into a sweat lodge or if you see an ancient temple, usually the doorway is facing the east. West is where the sun sets, and so that's the death. And what's interesting about that is that it was on the west side in the death temple that you would see these aboga plants. But also Seixat was the one who was the main goddess depicted in the hieroglyphs, and there was other hieroglyphs. I mean, if you look at the hieroglyphs of Seixat, it looks like she has a cannabis leaf above her head, and a lot of people have hypothesized that, that it's cannabis. [00:35:16.03] - Tricia Eastman Of course, historians argue about that. And then she's also carrying a little vessel that looks like it has some mushrooms in it. And obviously, she has blue Lotus. Why would she be carrying around blue Lotus and mushrooms? I don't know. It sounds like some initiation. [00:35:36.19] - Joe Moore Yeah, I love that. Well, thanks so much for going there with me. This photo of Seixet. There's some good animations, but everybody just go look at the temple carvings picturing this goddess. It's stunning. And obviously, cannabis. I think it's hard to argue not. I've seen all these like, mushroom, quote, unquote, mushroom things everywhere. I'm like, Yeah, maybe. But this is like, Yes, that's clear. [00:36:06.27] - Tricia Eastman And if you look at what she's wearing, it's the exact same outfit as Bess, which is classic Basically, how the medicine woman or medicine man or what you would call shaman, the outfit that the healers would wear, the shamans or the oracles, those of the auracular arts, different forms of divination would wear. So if you really follow that and you see, Oh, what's Isis wearing? What's Hathor wearing? What's Thoth wearing? You can tell she's very specifically the healer. And it's interesting because they call her the divine scribe. So she's actually downloading, my guess is she's taking plants and downloading from the primordial. [00:37:02.00] - Joe Moore Well, okay. Thanks for bringing that up. That was a lovely part of your book, was your... There's a big initiation sequence, and then you got to go to this place where you could learn many things. Could you speak to that a little bit? And I hope that's an okay one to bring up. [00:37:22.22] - Tricia Eastman Are you talking about the time that I was in initiation and I went to the different ashrams, the different realms in, like Yogananda calls them astral schools that you go and you just download? It seemed like astral schools, but it seemed like it was a Bwiti initiation, where you were in silence for three days, and then Yeah, that one. So there were several different... I mean, I've done seven official initiations, and then I've had many other initiatic experiences. And I would say this one was incredible. Incredibly profound because what it showed me first was that all of the masters of the planet, it was showing me everyone from Kurt Cobain to Bob Marley to Einstein, all the people that had some special connection to an intelligence that was otherworldly, that they were essentially going to the same place, like they were visiting the same place, and they would go. And so the first thing I noticed was that I recognized a lot of people, and current, I'm not going I don't want to say names of people, but I recognize people that are alive today that I would say are profound thinkers that were going to these places as well. [00:38:57.05] - Tricia Eastman And interestingly, then I was taken into one of the classrooms, and in the classroom, this one, specifically, it showed me that you could download any knowledge instantaneously That essentially, having a connection to that school allowed you to download music or understand very complex ideas ideas of mathematics or physics or science that would take people like lifetimes to understand. So it was essentially showing this. And a lot of people might discredit that, that that might be a specific... That we as humans can do that. Well, I'm not saying that it's not that. I don't I don't want to say that it's anything. But what I can say is that I have definitely noticed the level of access that I have within my consciousness. And also what I notice with the masters of Bwiti, specifically in terms of the level of intelligence that they're accessing and that it's different. It's got a different quality to it. And so it was a really profound teaching. And one of the things, too, that I've learned is I use it to help me learn specific things. I don't know if I can give a positive testimonial, but I am learning French. [00:40:55.00] - Tricia Eastman And I noticed when I was in Aspen at the Abigain meeting, and I was with Mubeiboual, who speaks French, I started saying things French that I didn't even realize that I knew to say. I've had these weird moments where I'm actually using this tool And I'm also using it. I have a Gabonese harp. I don't know if you can see it up on the shelf over there. But I also went and asked for some help with downloading some assistance in the harp, then we'll see how that goes. [00:41:38.17] - Joe Moore Yeah. So that's brilliant. I'm thinking of other precedent for that outside of this context, and I can think of a handful. So I love that, like savant syndrome. And then there's a classic text called Ars Notoria that helps accelerate learning, allegedly. And then there's a number of other really interesting things that can help us gain these bits of wisdom and knowledge. And it does feel a little bit like the Dogon. The story I get is the receiving messages from the dog star, and therefore have all sorts of advanced information that they shouldn't we call it. Yeah. Yeah, which is fascinating. We have that worldwide. I think there's plenty of really interesting stuff here. So what I appreciated, Tricia, about how you're structuring your book, or you did structure your book, is that it it seems at the same time, a memoir, on another hand, workbook, like here are some exercises. On the other hand, like here's some things you might try in session. I really appreciated that. It was like people try to get really complicated when we talk about things like IFS. I'm like, well, you don't necessarily have to. You could. Or is this just a human thing, a human way to look at working with our parts? [00:43:20.15] - Joe Moore I don't know. Do you have any thoughts about the way you were approaching this parts work in your book versus how complicated some people make it feel? [00:43:30.00] - Tricia Eastman Yeah. I find that this is just my personal opinion, and no way to discredit Richard Schwartz's work. But parts work has existed in shamanism since forever. When we really look at even in ancient Egypt, Issus, she put Osiris act together. That was the metaphorical story of soul retrieval, which is really the spiritual journey of us reclaiming these pieces of ourselves that we've been disconnected from a society level or individually. And within the context of parts work, it's very organic and it feels other worldly. It's not like there's ever a force where I'm in the process with someone. And a lot of times I would even go into the process with people because they weren't accustomed to how to work with Iboga or game, and so they would be stuck. And then the minute I was like, you know, Iboga, in the tradition, it's really about... It's like the game Marco Polo. It's call and response. And so you're really an active participant, and you're supposed to engage with the spirits. And so the minute that things would show up, it'd be more about like, oh, what do you see? What's coming up here? Asking questions about it, being curious. [00:45:17.07] - Tricia Eastman If you could engage with it, sometimes there's processes where you can't really engage with things at all. So everything that I'm talking about is It was organically shown up as an active engagement process that it wasn't like we were going in. There have been some where you can guide a little bit, but you never push. It might be something like, go to your house, and it being completely unattached. And if they can't go there, then obviously the psyche doesn't want to go there, but it's really an exercise to help them to connect to their soul. And then in contrast, IFS is like, let's work on these different parts and identify these different parts of ourselves. But then let's give them fixed titles, and let's continually in a non-altered state of consciousness, not when we're meditating, not when we're actively in a state where we have the plasticity to change the pathway in the unconscious mind, but we're working in the egoic mind, and we're talking to these parts of ourselves. That could be helpful in the day-to-day struggles. Let's say you have someone who has a lot of rumination or a very active mind to have something to do with that. [00:46:57.01] - Tricia Eastman But that's not going to be the end-all, be-all solution to their problem. It's only moving the deck chairs around on the Titanic because you're still working in the framework where, I'm sorry, the Titanic is still sinking, and it may or may not be enough. It may or may not produce a reliable outcome that could be connected with some level of true relief and true connection within oneself. And so I think that people just... I feel like they almost get a little too... And maybe it's because we're so isolated and lonely, it's like, Oh, now I've got parts. I'm not by myself. I've got my fire I've got my firefighter, and I've got my guardian, and all these things. And I definitely think that IFS is a really great initiator into the idea of engaging with parts of ourselves and how to talk to them. But I don't think it's... And I think doing a session here and there, for some people, can be incredibly helpful, but to all of a sudden incorporate it in like a dogma is toxic. It's dangerous. And that's what we have to be really careful of. [00:48:23.25] - Joe Moore So thank you for that. There's a complicated discussion happening at the Aspen meeting. I think I was only sitting maybe 30 feet away from you. Sorry, I didn't say hi. But the folks from Blessings of the Forest were there, and I got a chance to chat with a number of them and learn more about nuclear protocols, biopiracy, literal piracy, and smuggling, and the works. I'm curious. This is a really complicated question, and I'm sorry for a complicated question this far in. But it's like, as we talk about this stuff publicly and give it increased profile, we are de facto giving more juice and energy to black markets to pirate. We're adding fuel to this engine that we don't necessarily want to see. Cameroon has nothing left, pretty much. From what I'm told, people from Cameroon are coming in, stealing it from Cabona, bringing it back, and then shipping it out. And there's It's like a whole worldwide market for this stuff. I witnessed it. This stuff. Yeah, right? This is real. So the people, the Buiti, and certain Gabanese farmers, are now being pirated. And international demand does not care necessarily about Nagoya compliance. United States didn't sign Nagoya protocol for this biopiracy protection, but we're not the only violator of these ethics, right? [00:50:00.22] - Joe Moore It's everywhere. So how do we balance thinking about talking about IBOCA publicly, given that there's no clean way to get this stuff in the United States that is probably not pirated materials? And as far as I know, there's only one, quote unquote, Nagoya compliant place. I've heard stories that I haven't shared publicly yet, that there's other groups that are compliant, too. But it's a really interesting conversation, and I'm curious of your perspectives there. [00:50:34.04] - Tricia Eastman I mean, this is a very long, drawn-out question, so forgive me if I give you a long, drawn-out answer. [00:50:41.01] - Joe Moore Go for it. [00:50:41.26] - Tricia Eastman It's all good. So in reality, I do believe... You know the first Ebo, Abogaine, that was done in the country was experiments on eight Black prisoners at a hospital under the MK program. [00:51:01.16] - Joe Moore Pre-lutz off, we were doing Abogaine tests on people. [00:51:06.00] - Tricia Eastman Yeah, so pre-Lutz off. I have a hypothesis, although a lot of people would already know me. [00:51:12.07] - Joe Moore No, I didn't know that. Thank you for sharing that with me. [00:51:14.13] - Tricia Eastman That's great. I'll send you some stuff on that. But the Aboga wanted to be here. The Abogaine wanted to be here. I think it's a complex question because on one side of the coin, you have the spirit of plants, which are wild and crazy sometimes. And then you have the initiatory traditions, which create a scaffolding to essentially put the lightning in a bottle, so to say, so that it's less damaging. [00:51:51.13] - Joe Moore It's almost like a temple structure around it. [00:51:53.16] - Tricia Eastman I like that. Yeah. Put a temple structure around it because it's like, yeah, you can work with new nuclear energy, but you have to wear gloves, you have to do all these different safety precautions. I would say that that's why these traditions go hand in hand with the medicine. So some people might say that the agenda of Iboga and even Abogaine might be a different agenda than the Buiti. And ultimately, whether we are Indigenous or not, the Earth belongs to everyone. It's capitalism and the patriarchy that created all these borders and all these separations between people. And in reality, we still have to acknowledge what the essence of Buiti is, which is really the cause and effect relationship that we have with everything that we do. And so some people might use the term karma. And that is if you're in Abogaine clinic and you're putting a bunch of videos out online, and that's spurring a trend on TikTok, which we already know is a big thing where people are selling illegal market, iBoga, is Is any of that your responsibility? Yes. And if I was to sit down with a kogi kagaba, which are the mamus from Colombia, or if I were to sit down with a who said, Hey, let's do a divination, and let's ask some deep questions about this. [00:53:54.01] - Tricia Eastman It would look at things on a bigger perspective than just like, Oh, this person is completely responsible for this. But when we're talking about a medicine that is so intense, and when I was younger, when I first met the medicine, I first was introduced in 2013 was when I first found out about Abigain and Iboga. And in 2014, I lived with someone who lived with a 14th generation Misoko, maybe it was 10th generation Misoco in Costa Rica. And then he decided to just start serving people medicine. And he left this person paralyzed, one person that he treated for the rest of his life. And Aubrey Marcus, it was his business partner for On It, and he's publicly talked about this, about the story behind this. If you go into his older podcasts and blog posts and stuff, he talks about the situation. And the reality is that this medicine requires a massive amount of responsibility. It has crazy interactions, such as grapefruit juice, for example, and all kinds of other things. And so it's not just the responsibility towards the buiti, it's also the responsibility of, does me talking about this without really talking about the safety and the risks, encourage other people. [00:55:49.10] - Tricia Eastman One of the big problems, back in the day, I went to my first guita conference, Global Abogaine Therapy Alliance in 2016. And And then, ISEARs was debating because there was all these people buying Abogaine online and self-detoxing and literally either dying or ending up in the hospital. And they're like, should we release protocols and just give people instructions on how to do this themselves? And I was like, no, absolutely not. We need to really look at the fact that this is an initiatory tradition, that it's been practiced for thousands of that the minimum level at which a person is administering in Gabon is 10 years of training. The way that we've made up for those mistakes, or sorry, not mistakes, lack of training is that we've used medical oversight. Most of the medical oversight that we've received has been a result of mistakes that were made in the space. The first patient that MAPS treated, they killed them because they gave them way over the amount of what milligrams per kilogram of Abigain that you should give somebody. Every single mistake that was made, which a lot of them related to loss of life, became the global Abogane Therapy Safety Guidelines. [00:57:28.19] - Tricia Eastman And so we've already learned from our mistakes here. And so I think it's really important that we understand that there's that aspect, which is really the blood on our hands of if we're not responsible, if we're encouraging people to do this, and we're talking about it in a casual way on Instagram. Like, yeah, microdosing. Well, did you know there was a guy prosecuted this last year, personal trainer, who killed someone And from microdosing in Colorado, the event happened in 2020, but he just got sentenced early 2025. These are examples that we need to look at as a collective that we need. So that's one side of it. And then the other side of it is the reciprocity piece. And the reciprocity piece related to that is, again, the cause and effect. Is A Abogaine clinic talking about doing Abogaine and doing video testimonials, spurring the efforts that are actively being made in Gabon to protect the cultural lineage and to protect the medicine. The reality is every Abogaine clinic is booked out for... I heard the next year, I don't know if that's fact or fiction, but someone told me for a year, because because of all the stuff with all the celebrities that are now talking about it. [00:59:05.20] - Tricia Eastman And then on top of that, you have all these policy, all these different advocacy groups that are talking about it. Essentially, it's not going to be seven... It's going to be, I would say, seven to 10 years before something gets through the FDA. We haven't even done a phase one safety trial for any of the Abigain that's being commercialized. And even if there's some magic that happens within the Trump administration in the next two years that changes the rules to fast track it, it's not going to cut it down probably more than a year. So then you're looking at maybe six years minimum. That whole time, all that strain is being put on Gabon. And so if you're not supporting Gabon, what's happening is it's losing a battle because the movement is gaining momentum, and Gabon cannot keep up with that momentum. It's a tiny country the size of Colorado. So my belief is that anyone who's benefiting from all the hype around Iboga and Abogayne or personally benefited with healing within themselves should be giving back, either to Ancestral Heart, to Blessings of the Forest, to any group that is doing authentic Indigenous-led biocultural stewardship work. [01:00:45.21] - Joe Moore Thanks for that. It's important that we get into some detail here. I wish we had more time to go further on it. [01:00:54.17] - Tricia Eastman I'll do a quick joke. I know. I have a lot. [01:00:57.17] - Joe Moore Yes. Now do Mike Tyson. Kidding. Yeah. So what did we maybe miss that you want to make sure people hear about your book, any biocultural stuff that you want to get out there? You can go for a few more minutes, too, if you have a few things you want to say. [01:01:20.03] - Tricia Eastman I mean, really, thank you so much for this opportunity. Thank you for caring and being so passionate about the context related to Buiti, which I think is so important. I would just say that I've been working with this medicine for... I've known about it for 13 years, and I've been working with it for 11 years, and this is my life. I've devoted my life to this work, me and my husband, both. And there isn't anything greater of a blessing that it has brought in our life, but it also is it's a very saturnian energy, so it brings chaos. It brings the deepest challenges and forces you to face things that you need to face. But also on the other side of the coin, everything that I've devoted and given back in service to this work has exponentially brought blessing in my life. So again, I see the issue with people doing these shortened processes, whether it's in an Abigain clinic where you just don't have the ritualistic sacred aspects of an initiatic context and really the rituals that really help integrate and ground the medicine. But you still have this opportunity to continue to receive the blessings. [01:03:09.23] - Tricia Eastman And I really feel in our current psychedelic movement, we essentially have a Bugatti. These medicines are the most finely-tuned sports car that can do every... Even more than that, more like a spaceship. We have this incredible tool, but we're driving it in first gear. We don't even really know how to operate it. It's like, well, I guess you could say flight of the Navigator, but that was a self-driving thing, and I guess, psychedelics are self-driving. But I feel that we are discounting ourselves so greatly by not looking into our past of how these medicines were used. I really think the biggest piece around that is consulting the genuine lineage carriers like Buiti elders, like Mubu Bwal, who's the head of Maganga Manan Zembe, And giving them a seat at the head of the table, really, because there's so much I know in my tradition, about what we do to bring cardiac safety. And why is it that people aren't dying as much in Gabon as they're dying in Abigan clinics. [01:04:37.28] - Joe Moore Shots fired. All right. I like it. Thank you. Thank you for everything you've done here today, I think harm reduction is incredibly important. Let's stop people dying out there. Let's do some harm reduction language. I actually was able to sweet talk my way into getting a really cool EKG recently, which I thought really great about. If you can speak clinician, you can go a long way sometimes. [01:05:11.20] - Tricia Eastman Yeah. Oh, no, go ahead. Sorry. [01:05:15.17] - Joe Moore No, that's all. That's all. So harm reduction is important. How do we keep people safe? How do we keep healing people? And thank you for all your hard work. [01:05:27.22] - Tricia Eastman Thank you. I really appreciate it. We're all figuring it out. No one's perfect. So I'm not trying to fire any shots at anybody. I'm just like, Guys, please listen. We need to get in right relationship with the medicine. And we need to include these stakeholders. And on the other side of the coin, I just want to add that there's a lot of irresponsible, claimed traditional practitioners that are running retreat centers in Mexico and Costa Rica and other places that are also causing a lot of harm, too. So the medical monitoring is definitely, if you're going to do anything, Because these people don't have the training, the worst thing you could do is not have someone going in blind that doesn't have training and not have had an EKG and all that stuff. But we've got a long way to go, and I'm excited to help support in a productive way, all coming together. And that's what me and Joseph have been devoted to. [01:06:45.02] - Joe Moore Brilliant. Tricia Eastman, thank you so much. Everybody should go check out your book Seeding Consciousness out now. The audiobook's lovely, too. Thank you so much for being here. And until next time. [01:07:00.14] - Tricia Eastman Thank you.    

This final episode of 2025 reflects on a year of transitions and healing, focusing on themes of intergenerational trauma, collective grief, and social justice, especially in the context of the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Through diverse voices including Dr. Gabor Maté, Naomi Klein, Rabbi Lynn Gottlieb, Ashira Darwish, Omid Safi, Kazu Haga, and others, the episode delves into personal and collective fields of healing. It emphasizes the importance of remembering, ritualizing healing, community action, indigenous knowledge, and a para-politics of grief and relationship. The episode also highlights the significance of interconnectedness, resilience, and the continuous effort towards justice and transformation. Topics and Speakers 00:00 Introduction and Year in Review 02:03 Minds Under Siege: Dr. Gabor Mate and Naomi Klein 07:15 We Will Not Look Away: Vigil for Gaza with Rabbi Lynn Gottlieb, Ashira Darwish and Omid Safi 27:24 Fierce Vulnerability: Kazu Haga 36:08 Belonging Without Othering: john a. powell 41:28 The Limits of Solution-Driven Thinking: Bayo Akomolafe 46:24 Complexity and Phase Transitions: Jeremy Lent 53:56 Intergenerational Trauma and Healing: Jungwon Kim and Linda Thai 58:19 Epigenetic Trauma and Healing Rituals: 01:10:34 Generational Trauma and Community Healing: Dr. Thema Bryant 01:15:11 Decolonizing Therapy and Ancestral Healing: Dr. Jennifer Mullan 01:18:30 Indigenous Perspectives on Colonization and Wellbeing: Dr. Diana Kopua, Tina Ngata and Mark Kopua 01:32:30 Plant Medicine and Connection to Nature: Donna Kerridge 01:45:07 Grief, Ritual, and Communal Healing: Orland Bishop and Francis Weller 01:54:39 Presence and Receptive Awareness: John J. Prendergast 02:01:26 Conclusion and Membership Invitation Links Naomi Klein Dr. Gabor Maté Rabbi Lynn Gottlieb Omid Safi Kazu Haga john a. Powell Bayo Akomolafe Jeremy Lent Jungwon Kim Linda Thai Dr. Thema Bryant Dr. Jennifer Mullan Te Kurahuna (Mark and Dr. Diana Kopua) Tina Ngata Francis Weller Orland Bishop John Prendergast Where Olive Trees Weep The Eternal Song (Film series and course) Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Send us a text✨ Grab Adriana's free Human Design 101 guide here!Today, we're getting a big, beautiful download of wisdom from Janna Fackrell, co-founder of Sacred Hearts Healing, host of the RADIATE podcast, and 2/4 Sacral Generator and a Leo sun / Pisces moon / Scorpio rising.Janna is so deeply attuned to healing and transformation, and I love that we connect on our no BS vibe to spirituality, cutting out the noise and the clutter to get to what really matters.In this episode, we're talking about:how Janna discovered plant medicine during her recovery from sexual abuse and how an ayahuasca retreat changed her live (she calls it "20+ years of therapy in one weekend")how she found her partner and the divine connection that led them to create their retreat center in the midwestwhy breathwork is one of her go-to methods for spurring transfomation and how you can get lasting change even from a minute-long practicehow women can benefit from cycle awareness — and how it can help even if you are in menopauseand why you should go on a spiritual retreat if you're at all curious (and the retreats Janna has planned for the winter)Take a moment for yourself, press play, and get ready to soak up the wisdom!LINKSJoin me and Nicole Pope for Revive Your Sacral Power: The Divine Attunement, starting January 6! This six-month intimate initiation is designed to bring you more connection, more aliveness, more clarity, more soul, and more power. Sign up here.Listen to my episode of Janna's RADIATE podcastConnect with Janna:Website: sacredheartshealing.orgIG: jannafackrellJoin me for Co-Create, a monthly new moon circle for the spiritually curious! Sign up here The Magnetic Rebellion is my supportive, soul-seeking community that lets you explore the path of transformation aligned specifically to YOU. Join The Magnetic Rebellion! Work with me 1:1 in my Sacred Design private mentorship: Book a call here. Visit AdrianaKeefe.com to download your free Human Design bodygraph, book a chart reading, and more! Check out my YouTube channel for bonus chart readings and episodes! Connect with me on Instagram @adrikeefe I'm DYINGGG to get to know you better so I'd love for you to hang around: Subscribe, share, and review this episode!

Today on Sense of Soul we have, Gerard Powell. He is an author. leading conscious entrepreneur, thought leader, a philanthropist and a public speaker whose mission is to transform lives. The Science of Allowing Abundance Through Honesty. He is also the founder of Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, the "go-to" facility for a spiritually awakening experience. For years, Gerard was living the "American Dream" as a multi-millionaire who had it all. Yet, deep down, he knew he was missing something and the more success he achieved, the more he fell into darkness of depression. Through he's own personal crisis, struggling with drugs, alcohol and thoughts of ending it all, he was initiated into the journey of self-transformation. He traveled the world and spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in search of every healing modality he could. He then turned his pain into purpose and was inspired to create Rythmia, through a powerful encounter with plant medicine he was transformed and liberated him from a lifetime of suffering. Gerard now spends his days living at the resort and guides each guest seeking their personal transformation. Over 94 percent of the guests, have reported that they received their "miracle.” Gerard (Gerry) Powell is a philanthropic entrepreneur, author, and inspirational speaker. He is the founder and CEO of Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, the largest medically licensed facility in the world to offer ayahuasca (indigenous plant medicine). Gerry is an expert businessman skilled at starting, growing, and selling companies for profit. His path brought him all the financial abundance he could imagine, including selling his last company for $89 million in 2004. Although Gerard was wealthy, he was plagued with darkness, addiction, and sadness. Finally, after years of fruitless therapy sessions and rehab, Gerry was brought back to light through plant medicine and metaphysics. In gratitude for the plants, he has devoted his life's work to bringing people closer to the wonder of metaphysical plant medicine. www.gerardarmondpowell.com https://www.rythmia.com www.senseofsoulpodcast.com

Dr. Joe Tafur and Natasha Pentin spoke with Edward James, Ph.D., and Joachim Keppler, Ph.D. Edward brings expertise across pharmacology, psychedelic compounds, and biochemistry. Joachim is a quantum field theory physicist, devoted to the study of consciousness and uncovering its fundamental mechanisms. With their colleagues, they published a paper together in 2022 about DMT, ayahuasca plant medicine, and human consciousness.We had many messages asking for an episode about quantum physics…so here it is! We discuss two different theories of consciousness: the biological processes model that is explained by biological or neurophysiological processes versus the idea that the universe is pervaded by an ubiquitous field of consciousness (which corresponds with the laws of physics). In other words, viewing the brain as a filter, and that it can somehow couple with the larger consciousness. Edward and Joachim explain how related work may eventually lead to further understanding of the therapeutic benefits of psychedelic medicines.Thanks for listening! If you'd like to support the nonprofit Modern Spirit and our podcast, you can make a donation HERE.For more information about Edward and Joachim: • Their article on N,N-dimethyltryptamine and Amazonian ayahuasca plant medicine • DIWISS Research Institute: https://www.diwiss.de/(00:00) Introduction (01:35) Meet Edward James and Joachim Keppler(03:19) Early Experiences with Psychedelics(04:53) Ed's Academic Pursuits and Psychedelic Research(06:39) DMT Hallucinations or Perception & Limits of Explanation (09:08) Quantum Physics and Conscious Processes(11:52) Field Models of Consciousness(18:28) Interaction of Zero-Point Field and the Brain(25:03) Psychedelics & Coupling to the Field (29:46) Plant Spirits, Ayahuasca & Leaving Imprints in the Field (41:13) These “Mystical” Experiences and Mental Health Benefits(44:09) Broadening Definitions of “Mystical” Experiences(48:07) Universal Spirituality and Healing(51:57) Bridging Modern Healthcare and Amazonian Practices(57:22) Conclusion and Examples of Knowledge Exchange

This epsiode is brought ot you by LMNT, Strong Coffee Company, Legion Athletics and Fatty15. After healing from Hodgkin's lymphoma in her 30s, Elissa Goodman turned her personal health crisis into a lifelong mission: helping others prevent and recover from cancer through holistic nutrition and mindful living. In this episode, she opens up about her journey from stress-driven corporate life to deep healing through green juicing, plant-based eating, and inner work like yoga, trauma release, and plant medicine. Elissa discusses how trauma, inflammation, and our toxic environment create the "cancer terrain"—and how we can reverse it with simple, nutrient-dense habits and radical self-love. Her story is not just about healing cancer but transforming one's entire way of living. Follow Elissa @elissagoodman Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – The Current Cancer Epidemic 03:00 – Diagnosis at 32 & Discovering Juicing 07:00 – Taking Healing into Her Own Hands 11:00 – The Power of One Question: "Are You Happy?" 15:00 – Losing Her Husband & What Holistic Healing Taught Her 21:00 – Top Anti-Cancer Foods & The Inflammation Connection 28:00 - Cacao, Grief, and Plant Medicine as Emotional Healing Tools 33:00 - The Cancer Terrain: Internal Environment vs. Genetics 38:00 - Detoxification Basics: Sweat, Sleep, & Simplicity 43:00 - Myths About Juicing, Water Fasting, and Sugar ----- Episode resources: Get a FREE electrolyte variety mix with any purchase at https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/everforward Save 15% on organic coffee and lattes wiht code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com  Get an additional 15% off the 90-day starter kit of C15:0 essential fatty acids at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Get 20% off your entire first purhcase with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.LegionAthletics.com  Watch and subscribe on YouTube

In this episode, I share seven reasons people feel called to the God Mode Retreat — a five-day immersive experience I'm hosting in Bali in March 2026.This isn't a hype-filled sales pitch. It's a grounded, honest breakdown of why this retreat exists and who it tends to be for.If you've been feeling:A sense of ending, transition, or liminal spaceUnclear about your next chapter or life directionDrawn to deep inner work, consciousness, and plant medicineA longing for real connection with people who truly get you…this episode is for you.Inside, I talk about:Why connection and being witnessed is the most underrated form of transformationHow this retreat supports clarity, purpose, and life direction as we move into 2026The role of mushroom ceremony as a sacred teacher (with individualized dosage and care)Optional experiences like Bufo / 5-MeO-DMT for those who feel calledWhy Bali itself is such a powerful container for this workIf, as you listen, you feel a quiet yes — that whisper that says “this might be for me” — I invite you to trust that.You can explore the retreat details, read testimonials, and book a free discovery call with me here:

In this episode, I share seven reasons people feel called to the God Mode Retreat — a five-day immersive experience I'm hosting in Bali in March 2026.This isn't a hype-filled sales pitch. It's a grounded, honest breakdown of why this retreat exists and who it tends to be for.If you've been feeling:A sense of ending, transition, or liminal spaceUnclear about your next chapter or life directionDrawn to deep inner work, consciousness, and plant medicineA longing for real connection with people who truly get you…this episode is for you.Inside, I talk about:Why connection and being witnessed is the most underrated form of transformationHow this retreat supports clarity, purpose, and life direction as we move into 2026The role of mushroom ceremony as a sacred teacher (with individualized dosage and care)Optional experiences like Bufo / 5-MeO-DMT for those who feel calledWhy Bali itself is such a powerful container for this workIf, as you listen, you feel a quiet yes — that whisper that says “this might be for me” — I invite you to trust that.You can explore the retreat details, read testimonials, and book a free discovery call with me here:

In this episode, I share seven reasons people feel called to the God Mode Retreat — a five-day immersive experience I'm hosting in Bali in March 2026.This isn't a hype-filled sales pitch. It's a grounded, honest breakdown of why this retreat exists and who it tends to be for.If you've been feeling:A sense of ending, transition, or liminal spaceUnclear about your next chapter or life directionDrawn to deep inner work, consciousness, and plant medicineA longing for real connection with people who truly get you…this episode is for you.Inside, I talk about:Why connection and being witnessed is the most underrated form of transformationHow this retreat supports clarity, purpose, and life direction as we move into 2026The role of mushroom ceremony as a sacred teacher (with individualized dosage and care)Optional experiences like Bufo / 5-MeO-DMT for those who feel calledWhy Bali itself is such a powerful container for this workIf, as you listen, you feel a quiet yes — that whisper that says “this might be for me” — I invite you to trust that.You can explore the retreat details, read testimonials, and book a free discovery call with me here:

This episode opens a new doorway into embodied spiritual awakening. Julia welcomes Barbora — a globe-trotting embodiment coach, writer, and co-host of Europe Meets Miami — to speak on the sacred path of descending into the body as a portal for ascension.This conversation is aa remembrance of how the body holds sacred codes across continents, from the Andes of Peru to the subtle frequencies of South Florida, becoming medicine all who seek to awaken embodied presence.Don't miss the powerful meditation at the end unveiling what it truly means to integrate spiritual experiences into the physical form — and how cultivating the lower chakras, Kundalini, and womb intelligence can co-create a fertile landscape for creativity, purpose, and aligned manifestation.LIVE TRANSMISSION FROM EGYPT THIS WEEKEND! 

In this episode we're diving into something I think everyone listening has experienced — the real-life Agents of The Matrix. You know exactly what I'm talking about…The moment you question an “official story,” something in people shifts. Their eyes glaze over. Their tone changes. They start defending the narrative like their survival depends on it.It's the same behavior we see in The Matrix when an Agent hijacks the body of someone still plugged into the system. And nothing activates these real-world Agents faster than questioning space — especially the moon landing.My Website: The Unplugged HumanLunar Lander PhotoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unpluggedhuman.life/Watch this episode on YoutubeGet a copy of The Unplugged JournalPodcast gear, Quotes from Mother, Pine pollen and tallow - Online StoreSignup for newsletter: Send email to: ayahumero@deeperyougo.com with subject line "I Want In"Feel free to reach out with questions: ayahumero@deeperyougo.comField Guide 9 (a group I conduct ceremonies for) - WebsiteBook: The Self-Sabotage Guide: 9 Behaviors Preventing You from Becoming Stronger, Faster, And Sexier

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Bia Labate joins Boomer Anderson for a deeply honest, educational, and wide-ranging conversation about ayahuasca, psychedelic churches, Indigenous reciprocity, and the founding story of Chacruna — one of the most influential organizations in the psychedelic space. Join us as we delve into: • Why the psychedelic movement needs decolonization and critical dialogue   • How Bia became a hub for global ayahuasca culture   • The role of Chacruna in academic activism and social justice   • The legal, ethical, and cultural realities of psychedelic churches today This episode is for you if: • You're curious about the non-clinical side of psychedelic healing   • You want to understand Indigenous reciprocity and decolonizing philanthropy   • You care about equity, ethics, and the future of psychedelics   • You want to learn from one of the most trusted voices in the psychedelic movement You can also find this episode on…   Youtube: https://youtu.be/mT2X41sXOUE Find more from Dr. Bia Labate:   Website: https://chacruna.net/bia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labatebia/ Find more from Smarter Not Harder:   Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

Ayahuasca showed this combat veteran truths about trauma, love, and ego he never knew existed.In this episode, Combat Veteran Nahum Vizakis shares the raw, shocking and transformative story of how plant medicine and deep inner work led him through PTSD, ego death, shadow healing, and a complete spiritual awakening. After years as a military EOD technician facing life-and-death situations, Nahum returned home carrying invisible wounds that traditional approaches couldn't touch. ⭐ CONNECT WITH NAHUM VIZAKISWebsite: spiritualbodybuilder.comCoaching & Services: optimizinghum.comInstagram: @spiritual_bodybuilderYouTube: Spiritual Bodybuilder

Samantha Sweetwater is a master facilitator, executive mentor, and wisdom guide who has spent three decades helping thousands navigate personal and collective transformation. Founder of Dancing Freedom, Peacebody Japan, and One Life Circle, she has trained hundreds of facilitators worldwide. She partners with leaders in technology, health, and finance to navigate awakening and align impact with regenerative futures. Samantha's work invites you to come fully alive and to remember your soul's collaboration with Gaia's Song. She has just published, True Human: Reimagining Ourselves at the End of Our World. She lives on the fog-kissed slopes of Mt. Tamalpais in Northern California.Episode Highlights▶ True Human is inspired by a dream about harmonizing with nature and our role within it▶ Technology is part of evolution, not separate from nature, though it often disrupts ecological processes▶ Disconnection is a core crisis of modern life, and community-focused kinship offers a path beyond individual heroism▶ Humans can act as a keystone species, creating reciprocal relationships that support the planet▶ The current meta crisis brings both danger and unique possibility for transformative change▶ Hope for the future rests on quality relationships, new communication platforms, and localized action▶ We are biologically wired for connection, and the story of separation no longer serves us▶Cognitive sovereignty and embodiment are essential in the age of AI, which can mimic emotion but lacks empathy▶Real-life experiences, ritual, and plant medicines support healing, joy, and mental wellbeing Samantha Sweetwater's Links & Resources▶ Website: https://www.samanthasweetwater.com/▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthasweetwater/▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnLifenment▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthasweetwater/▶ Get a free copy of Life Code available at https://www.samanthasweetwater.com/ Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz ▶ Join the free Psychedelics & Purpose Community: / psychedelicsandsacredmedicines

In this conversation, Christian Rasmussen shares his journey from addiction to becoming an advocate for plant medicine, particularly Amanita Muscaria.    He discusses the transformative effects of microdosing, the science behind Amanita, and its potential benefits for mental health.    Nick explored Christian's story of addiction and the impact it was having on his mental health, relationships, and ability to be the person he wanted to be.    The conversation also touches on the legality of plant medicine and how the new research is showing the benefits of plant-based medicine for the treatment of many mental health conditions.     As the founder of Amantara, Christian shares the importance of spirituality and connection to nature in personal healing.    Christian emphasizes the need for education and community support in promoting the benefits of plant medicine.   Key Takeaways Christian Rasmussen's journey from addiction to plant medicine advocacy. Amanita muscaria's potential benefits for mental health and neuroplasticity. Microdosing can provide immediate and long-term benefits. The importance of personal experience and journaling in the healing process. Amanita muscaria is legal in most states, except Louisiana. The need for research and education on plant medicine. Christian's vision for Amantara includes community support and healing. Spirituality plays a significant role in personal growth and healing. The connection between nature and mental well-being. The potential for psychedelics to become more mainstream in mental health treatment. Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Christian Rasmussen and Plant Medicine Advocacy 03:06 Christian's Journey: From Addiction to Plant Medicine 05:58 Discovering Amanita Muscaria: A Life-Changing Encounter 08:46 The Science Behind Amanita: GABA and Glutamate Systems 11:56 Microdosing Amanita: Experiences and Benefits 15:05 The Potential of Amanita in Mental Health Treatment 18:00 Challenges in Researching Plant Medicines 21:01 Dosing Amanita: Guidelines and Effects 24:03 The Heroic Dose: Deep Insights and Experiences 26:51 Connecting with the Higher Self through Amanita 34:42 Exploring Plant-Based Medicines and Microdosing 40:03 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Thought Monitoring 44:37 Connecting with the Universe and Spirituality 52:31 Legal Landscape of Psychedelics and Amanita 56:56 Vision for Amanita and Community Impact Find Christian Rasmussen here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amentara.shop/   Website: https://www.amentara.com/  YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/@Amentara  Find Nick Thompson here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/  |  https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/     UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/  Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/  

I'm thrilled to announce that I'm hosting a brand new God Mode Retreat this March 2026.This is my unique five-day immersive psychedelic experience that rewires your identity, opens up newfound clarity, connects you to your heart, and changes the way you move through life.This is my third time hosting this retreat, and we only have 10 spots available. It's an intimate, powerful, transformative container.Over the course of five days, I'll work deeply with each member who attends to personally help them crack open the next level of their life. You'll experience meditation, breathwork, powerful exercises, deep inner work, and of course, an extraordinary God Mode mushroom ceremony.But beyond the ceremony and inner work, you'll also walk away with connection, presence, clarity, newfound confidence, a deeper sense of why and purpose, and perhaps most importantly, a new lifelong tribe of friends. If you're ready to step into the fire of transformation, to meet yourself at the edge, and cross into the life you know is waiting for you, you're meant to come to the God Mode Retreat.If you're interested, apply as soon as possible at godmoderetreats.com. We can jump on a quick call so I can answer your questions and connect with you, and we'll take it from there.To feel into the kind of transformation that happens inside the God Mode Retreat, I invite you to watch the stories from the first two retreats. If you feel like you're meant to be at this retreat, don't wait. Go to the retreat website, click the apply button, and make sure your name is on that list. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I'm thrilled to announce that I'm hosting a brand new God Mode Retreat this March 2026.This is my unique five-day immersive psychedelic experience that rewires your identity, opens up newfound clarity, connects you to your heart, and changes the way you move through life.This is my third time hosting this retreat, and we only have 10 spots available. It's an intimate, powerful, transformative container.Over the course of five days, I'll work deeply with each member who attends to personally help them crack open the next level of their life. You'll experience meditation, breathwork, powerful exercises, deep inner work, and of course, an extraordinary God Mode mushroom ceremony.But beyond the ceremony and inner work, you'll also walk away with connection, presence, clarity, newfound confidence, a deeper sense of why and purpose, and perhaps most importantly, a new lifelong tribe of friends. If you're ready to step into the fire of transformation, to meet yourself at the edge, and cross into the life you know is waiting for you, you're meant to come to the God Mode Retreat.If you're interested, apply as soon as possible at godmoderetreats.com. We can jump on a quick call so I can answer your questions and connect with you, and we'll take it from there.To feel into the kind of transformation that happens inside the God Mode Retreat, I invite you to watch the stories from the first two retreats. If you feel like you're meant to be at this retreat, don't wait. Go to the retreat website, click the apply button, and make sure your name is on that list. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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I'm thrilled to announce that I'm hosting a brand new God Mode Retreat this March 2026.This is my unique five-day immersive psychedelic experience that rewires your identity, opens up newfound clarity, connects you to your heart, and changes the way you move through life.This is my third time hosting this retreat, and we only have 10 spots available. It's an intimate, powerful, transformative container.Over the course of five days, I'll work deeply with each member who attends to personally help them crack open the next level of their life. You'll experience meditation, breathwork, powerful exercises, deep inner work, and of course, an extraordinary God Mode mushroom ceremony.But beyond the ceremony and inner work, you'll also walk away with connection, presence, clarity, newfound confidence, a deeper sense of why and purpose, and perhaps most importantly, a new lifelong tribe of friends. If you're ready to step into the fire of transformation, to meet yourself at the edge, and cross into the life you know is waiting for you, you're meant to come to the God Mode Retreat.If you're interested, apply as soon as possible at godmoderetreats.com. We can jump on a quick call so I can answer your questions and connect with you, and we'll take it from there.To feel into the kind of transformation that happens inside the God Mode Retreat, I invite you to watch the stories from the first two retreats. If you feel like you're meant to be at this retreat, don't wait. Go to the retreat website, click the apply button, and make sure your name is on that list. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Join host Lisa Gunshore and guest Deeann Liu Mahoney, a sacred medicine woman, soul guide, and yoga teacher, for an intimate exploration of plant medicines, microdosing, and the profound pathways they open for healing and self-discovery. Together, they weave a conversation that honors ancient earth wisdom, the rise of feminine sovereignty, and the awakening of consciousness in our modern world. Lisa and Deeann share personal insights, ceremonial practices, and embodied wisdom that guide us home to our hearts, bodies, and truth. From sacred rituals to the alchemy of plants, this episode invites you to step into your own sacred sovereignty, deepen your connection to the Earth, and reclaim the beauty, joy, and freedom that is your birthright. Deeann Liu Mahoney is a sacred medicine woman, soul guide, and yoga teacher devoted to beauty, joy, and deep soul remembrance. Rooted in ancient earth wisdom and guided by body and spirit, she holds ceremonial space for healing, embodiment, and awakening. Through the alchemy of plant medicine, yoga, and ritual, she gently guides others home to their hearts, bodies, and soul truth. Walking the beauty way, she weaves sacred spaces where transformation unfolds, intuition awakens, and harmony with the Earth is restored. She leads retreats, workshops, and ceremonies that honor the sacred and awaken the heart and body. Welcome to the Buddhist Biohacker Podcast, where we explore pathways to spiritual awakening, self-healing, and personal transformation. Hosted by Lisa Gunshore, a Functional Ayurveda Wellness Coach, psychic medium, and dedicated spiritual practitioner, each episode blends ancient wisdom and modern insight to guide listeners on their journey of self-realization. In every episode, we delve into four essential steps to inner transformation: Become Aware, Become Wise, Practice, and Trust. Through personal stories, expert interviews, healing techniques, listener Q&A, and weekly tarot or oracle readings, you'll find insights and practical tools for balance and empowerment in every dimension of life. Whether you're seeking to deepen your spiritual practice, navigate life's challenges, or unlock your highest potential, the Buddhist Biohacker Podcast offers a compassionate space for exploration and growth.

Subscribe and watch this episode on YouTube In this captivating episode, bestselling author and award-winning businesswoman Sonja Pototzki-Raymond, also known as 'The Search Queen,' shares her profound journey of personal and professional growth. Sonya discusses how her struggles with fertility led her to a deep healing journey through personal development and discovering plant medicine. She talks about how these experiences not only helped her heal from past traumas but also fueled the exponential growth of her business.  Sonja emphasizes the importance of aligning personal evolution with business success and sheds light on how facing her darkest moments empowered her to become a better mother and business leader. The conversation delves into the significance of questioning societal norms, embracing natural healing, and holding true to one's values. Sonja's story is a powerful testament to resilience, self-integration, and living a life of purpose and authenticity. 00:57 Sonya's Personal and Business Journey 01:43 The Fertility Struggle and Personal Development 03:09 Discovering Psychedelics and Personal Transformation 04:57 The Impact of Psychedelics on Business and Personal Life 07:48 The Role of Psychedelics in Healing and Growth 14:05 Integration and Respect for Plant Medicine 18:29 The Importance of Personal Responsibility and Healing 25:05 Questioning Modern Medicine and Embracing Natural Healing 32:17 The Miracle of Life and Corporate Control 33:05 Questioning Systems and Industries 34:09 Natural Living and Parenting Choices 35:12 Government Responsibility vs. Parental Responsibility 39:33 The Age of Aquarius and Personal Empowerment 48:36 Generational Trauma and Healing 56:04 Balancing Awareness and Positivity 01:02:59 The Power of Self-Belief and Sovereignty Connect with Sonja on Instagram  Get your free Google Ads and SEO checklist here IG: @marciacolosi | TikTok: @marciacolosi LI: @marciacolosi | FB: @marciamiatke  Ready to take your life and relationships to the next level? Follow The EQ Academy Official where you'll learn to optimise your emotions, leverage your feminine and masculine energies and show up your most confident and radiant self!  

In this episode we're diving into one of the most overlooked forces shaping your reality: the narrative. Talking about how stories control what you see…how heroes can become villains…and how a simple shift in perspective can flip your entire world upside down.And to prove it, we're looking at three pillars of childhood storytelling — TMNT, The Karate Kid, and Star Wars. Trust me… once you see these examples, you'll never look at storytelling the same way again.By the end of this episode, you won't just question movies…you'll start questioning the mainstream narrative — and maybe even reality itself.My Website: The Unplugged HumanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unpluggedhuman.life/Watch this episode on YoutubeKarate Kid VideoGet a copy of The Unplugged JournalPodcast gear, Quotes from Mother, Pine pollen and tallow - Online StoreSignup for newsletter: Send email to: ayahumero@deeperyougo.com with subject line "I Want In"Feel free to reach out with questions: ayahumero@deeperyougo.comField Guide 9 (a group I conduct ceremonies for) - WebsiteBook: The Self-Sabotage Guide: 9 Behaviors Preventing You from Becoming Stronger, Faster, And Sexier

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Pre-Order my new book ADHD IS OVER! now on Amazon: tinyurl.com/532b2ck8 My guest today is Taylor Janelle. Taylor was born and raised in Los Angeles, and she considers herself always having been more of a deep feeler than a thinker. School was a constant struggle for Taylor—she could never quite focus on anything for too long—but movement was always her strength and her outlet. Sports, fitness, and teamwork were where she thrived, and that love for physical discipline naturally led her to her true calling - teaching Pilates. Pilates gave Taylor the focus, clarity, healing, and peace she'd been chasing her whole life. In 2020, alongside earning her Pilates teaching certification, she began exploring plant medicine to deeply nourish & support her mind. That experience completely transformed the way she now understands herself and the world. It unlocked new parts of her brain, deepened her emotional awareness, and helped her become not only a deeper feeler but—for the first time—also a deeper thinker. Today, Taylor is proud to be 'neuro-unique', never medicated for ADHD and she intuitively guides others in coming home to themselves through movement, mindfulness, and the powerful mind-body connection that Pilates awakens. Taylor and I are going to talk about her own ADHD story - struggling with focus at school, her Pilates journey and Plant Medicine, so buckle up. For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com

Unlock God Mode is the most powerful work I've ever created — a 30-day journey designed to help you embody your highest self. Inside, you'll find transmissions that lift your state of being and practical exercises that help you live with more clarity, integrity, and intention. It's everything I've integrated from my own spiritual path, psychedelic explorations, and the wisdom of my teachers and mentors, distilled into one powerful framework.Think of it as walking side by side with me — not just listening to my guests, but experiencing the exact practices that have transformed my life.

Unlock God Mode is the most powerful work I've ever created — a 30-day journey designed to help you embody your highest self. Inside, you'll find transmissions that lift your state of being and practical exercises that help you live with more clarity, integrity, and intention. It's everything I've integrated from my own spiritual path, psychedelic explorations, and the wisdom of my teachers and mentors, distilled into one powerful framework.Think of it as walking side by side with me — not just listening to my guests, but experiencing the exact practices that have transformed my life.

Unlock God Mode is the most powerful work I've ever created — a 30-day journey designed to help you embody your highest self. Inside, you'll find transmissions that lift your state of being and practical exercises that help you live with more clarity, integrity, and intention. It's everything I've integrated from my own spiritual path, psychedelic explorations, and the wisdom of my teachers and mentors, distilled into one powerful framework.Think of it as walking side by side with me — not just listening to my guests, but experiencing the exact practices that have transformed my life.

Unlock God Mode is the most powerful work I've ever created — a 30-day journey designed to help you embody your highest self. Inside, you'll find transmissions that lift your state of being and practical exercises that help you live with more clarity, integrity, and intention. It's everything I've integrated from my own spiritual path, psychedelic explorations, and the wisdom of my teachers and mentors, distilled into one powerful framework.Think of it as walking side by side with me — not just listening to my guests, but experiencing the exact practices that have transformed my life.

Unlock God Mode is the most powerful work I've ever created — a 30-day journey designed to help you embody your highest self. Inside, you'll find transmissions that lift your state of being and practical exercises that help you live with more clarity, integrity, and intention. It's everything I've integrated from my own spiritual path, psychedelic explorations, and the wisdom of my teachers and mentors, distilled into one powerful framework.Think of it as walking side by side with me — not just listening to my guests, but experiencing the exact practices that have transformed my life.

Unlock God Mode is the most powerful work I've ever created — a 30-day journey designed to help you embody your highest self. Inside, you'll find transmissions that lift your state of being and practical exercises that help you live with more clarity, integrity, and intention. It's everything I've integrated from my own spiritual path, psychedelic explorations, and the wisdom of my teachers and mentors, distilled into one powerful framework.Think of it as walking side by side with me — not just listening to my guests, but experiencing the exact practices that have transformed my life.

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Joy Shaw for a powerful and heart-opening conversation about calling, courage, and trusting the path God lays in front of you. Joy shares her incredible journey of walking away from what was familiar, stepping into the unknown, and learning to follow divine direction even when it didn't make logical sense. This episode is an invitation to trust that you are being guided, supported, and prepared for exactly what you're meant to do. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:49 A Deep Friendship and Shared Journey 01:27 Defining a Woman of Influence 03:14 Embracing the Shadow 04:07 The Medicine is in the Stay 07:44 Introducing the Growth Collective 09:27 Facing Fear and Staying Present 20:11 Patterns of Codependency and Narcissism 25:57 The Struggle with Receiving Help 26:33 The Stroke and Its Impact 26:46 Learning to Ask for Help 28:49 Challenges in the Healing Space 30:13 Ethics and Integrity in Plant Medicine 32:30 Personal Identity and Healing 34:09 The Importance of Self-Love 36:31 Collective Healing and Evolution 43:06 Embracing an Untethered Life 45:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts QUOTABLES: “  I used to have this victim narrative around being around feeling taken advantage of. But there was a victimhood to that because if I believed that I was being taken advantage of, I could then be resentful to be taken advantage of, which would then just perpetuate the narrative of, well, Julie just has to do it herself. No one's gonna show up for her. She's just gotta do it. Which would then keep me in the driver's seat and in control, which would continue to perpetuate that narrative.” - Julie Solomon  “  Our minds are wired for survival, and if you have trauma, they're doubly wired for survival, right? Because you had to make it through a really unsafe environment that you were growing up in, or some event that happened that you had to survive. And so your mind is almost more programmed to keep you alive and to be hypervigilant. I work with a lot of people with PTSD and so we're deprogramming a lot of that and, and we're having to build safety and trust with it. And the other thing that we have to do is we have to befriend this part of us.” - Joy Shaw GUEST RESOURCES: Website: https://www.joyshaw.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/alchemizewithjoy RESOURCES: ✨ Unscripted: My First In-Person Retreat in 2+ Years — Now Accepting Applications If you've felt your voice no longer matches the woman you've become, this intimate 2-day retreat in Nashville (Feb 5–6, 2026) is for you. Unscripted is where your message, identity, and leadership come back into alignment—without pressure, performance, or shrinking. Spots are limited and application-only. Apply now at juliesolomon.net/unscripted.

Hey everybody! Episode 176 of the show is out. This episode is a podcast I was interviewed on called The Mushroom's Apprentice hosted by Shonagh Home. I was on Shonagh's podcast previously and really enjoyed it and was happy to return. Shonagh has a beautiful wisdom and knowledge of this world and beyond and she did a great job picking my brain about plant medicine and healing. We especially spoke about my work with traditional healing via the mediums of tobacco and trees as well as the Celtic wisdom that infuses this work. We also spoke a bit about the world and forces at large. Shonagh always engages in deep conversations and I trust you all will gain from this episode. Consider supporting her podcast and work if you enjoy this conversation. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by Real Mushrooms. As listeners, visit their website to enjoy a discount of 25% off your first order: https://www.realmushrooms.com/universeTo learn more about or contact Jason, visit his website at: https://NicotianaRustica.orgTo learn more about or contact Shonagh, visit her website at: https://shonaghhome.com/To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_wI will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in:November 2025: Sacred Valley of Peru (SOLD OUT)January 2026: our second Remote DietaFebruary 2026: Sacred Valley of PeruJuly 2026: Westport, IrelandNovember 2026: Sacred Valley of PeruIf you would like more information about joining us and the work I do or about future retreats, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.orgIntegration/Consultation call: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.comPatreon: https://patreon.com/UniverseWithinYouTube join & perks: https://bit.ly/YTPerksPayPal donation: https://paypal.me/jasongrechanikWebsite: https://jasongrechanik.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/JasonGrechanikFacebook: https://facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcastMusic: Nuno Moreno: https://m.soundcloud.com/groove_a_zen_sound & Stefan Kasapovski's Santero Project: https://spoti.fi/3y5Rd4H

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What if the path to healing required facing your deepest fears?Nahum Vizakis went from defusing explosive devices in Iraq to becoming a spiritual bodybuilder and plant medicine facilitator. His story is raw, unfiltered, and proof that healing is never linear.In this episode, Nahum opens up about: ●The IED moment in Iraq that planted the seed of existential doubt and shattered his identity●The medication nightmare: 16 different prescriptions, hallucinations, night terrors, and the day he quit cold turkey●How transforming his body helped him survive PTSD, but fed his ego in dangerous ways●His first ayahuasca ceremony●Why the fascia system isn't taught in medical school (and why that matters)●The 2-hour somato-emotional release that changed everything, in front of his entire massage school class●The toxic relationship that cracked his heart open and taught him the difference between love and attachment●The custody battle that cost him $200K, his health, and nearly his life●His mentor's death: How Bryce overdosed after accidentally killing someone during an Iboga ceremony●Ketamine addiction: The 7-day spiral that almost ended his life●How to get unstuck: Why changing your state is the first step to breaking the negative feedback loopNahum doesn't sugarcoat anything. This conversation covers PTSD, addiction, plant medicine safety, spiritual bypassing, energetic boundaries, and what it really means to live from the heart.✨ Watch the full episode, and if it resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear this. Your health matters.Connect with Nahum Justin VizakisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritual_bodybuilder/Website: https://www.optimizinghuman.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfBmmf1OpYLL7JrD2ExMQLA FOLLOW USInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/toxicfree.kb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toxicfreewithkb SHOP My Favorite Clean Living & Wellness Products:MASA Chips (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://www.masachips.com/TOXICFREEKBVANDY Crisps (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://vandycrisps.com/TOXICFREEKBLightStim (10% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://LightStim.comSunlighten Saunas – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://get.sunlighten.com/toxicfreekbDelavie Science Skincare (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEhttps://delaviesciences.pxf.io/c/2328608/2331067/26421Branch Basics (15% OFF Starter Kits) – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://branchbasics.com/TOXICFREEKBMore recommendations at: https://toxicfree.com

Gabriel Cousens, M.D., discusses the mindful use of supplements, herbs, and homeopathics tailored to individual constitutional needs. Learn personalized strategies to enhance health, optimize wellness, and support the body's natural healing process. #Supplements #HerbalMedicine #Homeopathy

In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Len May sits down with herbalist and author Jane Barlow Christensen of Barlow Herbal to talk about plant medicine, intuition and simple, natural health. Jane shares how she continued her father's herbal legacy, why books and hard-copy herbal knowledge still matter in the AI / Dr Google era, and the powerful story of her dad using cayenne pepper tincture to stop a heart attack. They break down what should be in a basic herbal medicine cabinet, how to think about research vs real-world results, why tobacco and nicotine have been misunderstood, and where psychedelics and sacred plants fit into healing and higher consciousness.   EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient CareEndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise.Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FBConnect with host, Len May, on IG Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Mama Psychedelia Podcast, I interview my friend Lauren Love. Lauren is a medicine woman, birth keeper, mama of 2, and the Founder of Wise Women's Choice Natural Birth Control. In our conversation we dive into all things natural birth (she's got some epic tales), communing with medicines of the earth as a supportive tool for present attuned parenthood and joyful living. We talk about mothering in Costa Rica outside of conventional norms, her relationship with spirit and Lauren's journey of sovereign fertility awareness and working with natural contraceptive methods. Along Lauren's path as a birth keeper and fertility awareness educator, she discovered one of the most valuable tools for women looking to care for their fertility needs, Wise Women's Choice. Today, she and her husband produce this cream in Costa Rica and serve clients around the world. She has helped thousands of women coming off hormonal contraceptives through her teachings and resources, and is leading a revolution rooted in sisterhood, feminine empowerment, and womb wisdom.     She is raising up sacred wisdom carriers to share these teachings and partnering with local producers globally to spread this priceless birth control tool internationally at a grassroots level. In the mountains of CR, where you'll find her playing with her girls at the river, making music with friends, and rejoicing at the beauty of life. Resources: Lauren's Info:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wombrewildedYoutube: @wombrewildedwww.wisewomenschoice.com DISCOUNT CODE: hunnywomb www.sacredwisdomcarrier.comYour Host Mackenzie: The next Pre-conception Journey launches very soon!! The 8 week deep dive begins in January... stay tuned on socials IG: @mamapsychedelia & @hunnywombI'm opening up 3 SPOTS for 1:1 coaching sessionsNourished & Fertile Preconception SessionsThis is for you if you're planning to start your journey to conceiving in the next 6-12 months and want personalized guidance on preparing your body, nervous system, and spirit for this sacred transition.In our 75 minutes together, we'll: -Assess where you are and what your body needs most -Create your personalized preconception protocol (nutrition, supplements, practices) -Address your specific fears or blocks around conception -Map out your preparation plan - Nervous system regulation practices tailored to youThis is normally part of my multiple week/month long programs, but I'm offering 3 standalone sessions as a gift for a short time!Reach out or book a call if your ready to dive in! Investment is $250 USDEmail: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com Would you like to be on the show? Reach outBuilding out my Stan Store coming soon... The new online hub for my offerings Calendly: Book a free 30 min discovery call if you would like to work together Website: https://www.hunnywomb.com/ Support the Mama Psychedelia Mission: PAYPAL: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com Intro Music "Waters of the Earth" by Satori Ki covered by me, Mackenzie. (For more of her music, check out her Spotify) --

In this soul-rooted conversation, Tonya is joined by Dr. Jacqui Wilkins, ND — a Naturopathic Doctor, plant medicine person, and teacher, medicine maker, and steward of the Earth. Together, they explore how remembering our relationship with the land, our ancestors, and the plants around us can transform the way we heal and create. Dr. Jacqui shares stories from tending her medicine garden, weaving her Earth-based wisdom, motherhood, and ancestral reverence into a holistic understanding of belonging. This episode is a journey through ceremony, motherhood, and the sacred reciprocity between humans and nature.You'll hear about:Remembering connection through land, lineage, and plantsMotherhood as a path of grounding, presence, and identity rebirthThe art and ritual of crafting medicine from seed to harvestAncestral reverence and working with “well ancestors” in healingDeepening relationships with plants through song, dreams, and reciprocityConnect with Dr. Jacqui Wilkinshttps://www.instagram.com/xalishmedicineshttps://www.xalishmedicines.com/learnhttps://www.xalishmedicines.com/herbalismConnect with Tonya:Follow Tonya on Instagram: @tonyapapanikoloveSign up for Tonya's NewsletterRainbo.com@rainbomushroomsInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple's system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to info@rainbo.com Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We'll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We'll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

Five years ago, Dr Catriona Wallace drank ayahuasca for the first time - expecting enlightenment but instead meeting her shadow. What followed was seven hours of confronting ego, identity, and the parts of herself she’d spent years avoiding. In this bonus episode, I sit down with Dr Catriona Wallace to explore how her experiences with plant medicine completely reshaped the way she leads, tells the truth, and understands her purpose. Catriona shares how facing her darkest parts helped her release control, redefine success, and lead with greater authenticity and courage. Just a quick note - nothing you’ll hear in this episode is medical or legal advice, and we’re definitely not suggesting anyone try anything that’s illegal where they live. Think of this as an open conversation, not a recommendation. Catriona and I discuss: The unexpected transformation that came from Catriona’s first ayahuasca experience How confronting ego and identity shifted her leadership style Why she believes truth-telling is the foundation of authentic leadership The powerful reframe from “What’s my purpose?” to “What is needed of me?” How plant medicine taught her the importance of surrender, service, and alignment KEY QUOTES “Seven hours of ayahuasca is like seven years of psychotherapy.” “Instead of asking, ‘What’s my purpose?’, I now ask, ‘What is needed of me?’” Connect with Dr Catriona Wallace on Instagram, LinkedIn, and via her website. Check out her book Rapid Transformation for more on how to embrace change through technology and leadership. If you haven’t listened to my full conversation with Catriona - where she opens up about leading with authenticity, standing firm in the face of sexism, and the now-famous moment she walked away from a million-dollar investment because she refused to compromise who she is. You can find that here. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jason Fellows, founder of Tribal Detox, is dedicated to bringing safety, integrity, and professionalism to the practice of Kambo. A native Texan, Jason served six years in the U.S. military before spending over a decade in the global oil industry. In 2015, his travels took him deep into the Amazon jungle of Peru, where he immersed himself in the traditions of indigenous cultures and was first introduced to Kambo, a traditional healing practice.After experiencing profound personal benefits—including significant relief from anxiety—Jason committed himself to the path of Kambo facilitation. He trained extensively, became certified, and went on to work with thousands of clients worldwide, from professional athletes and veterans to healthcare providers, musicians, and individuals seeking relief from depression and anxiety.Recognizing the need for consistency and safety in the growing field of Kambo, Jason developed a comprehensive practitioner training program through Tribal Detox. His training emphasizes scientific understanding, ethical practice, and client safety, producing confident and responsible practitioners. Today, Jason continues to share his knowledge, ensuring that Kambo is approached with respect and that its integrity as a healing practice is preserved.Episode Highlights▶ Jason's journey from mental health struggles to discovering Kambo▶ How ayahuasca and Kambo opened the door to deep healing▶ What makes Kambo's bioactive peptides so powerful for the body▶ The importance of safety and proper training for practitioners▶ Why purging during Kambo should happen naturally, not be forced▶ Common misconceptions about Kambo as just a detox or cleanse▶ The need for education and responsible practices as interest grows▶ How veterans are turning to alternative healing when traditional methods fall short▶ The importance of ethical sourcing and sustainability in plant medicine▶ Tribal Detox's mission to bring healing and hope to those facing traumaJason Fellows' Links & Resources▶ Website: www.tribaldetox.com▶ Instagram: www.instagram.com/tribaldetox Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz ▶ Join the free Psychedelics & Purpose Community: / psychedelicsandsacredmedicines

In this episode, you'll hear the live recording of a talk I gave at the Circle Psychedelic Fair in Seattle, Washington, on November 1st, 2025.The talk is titled “The Sacred Power of Plants: Unlocking the Wisdom of Shipibo Healing Traditions.” In it, I share how Ayahuasca and other plant spirits can serve as profound teachers—guiding our healing, restoring energetic balance, and reconnecting us to spirit.You can also watch this talk on my YouTube channel if you'd like to see the visuals, but they're not necessary—the message and energy come through clearly here in the audio.This talk went incredibly well, and I'm proud to share it with you. If you know someone who's curious about Ayahuasca or the Shipibo tradition, this is the perfect episode to share.My Website: The Unplugged HumanWatch this episode on YoutubeGet a copy of The Unplugged JournalGet Pine Pollen, Tallow and a NEW HAT - Online StoreSignup for newsletter: Send email to: ayahumero@deeperyougo.com with subject line "I Want In"Podcast gear available at: https://deeper-you-go-the-weirder-it.myspreadshop.com/Feel free to reach out with questions: ayahumero@deeperyougo.comField Guide 9 (a group I conduct ceremonies for) - WebsiteDeeper you go Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unpluggedhuman.life/Book: The Self-Sabotage Guide: 9 Behaviors Preventing You from Becoming Stronger, Faster, And Sexier

Discover how decoding your DNA can unlock the full potential of plant medicine. This episode delivers a cannabis masterclass for biohackers, revealing how personalized genetics are transforming human performance, brain optimization, and longevity. You'll learn how to identify your ideal cannabis and supplement protocols, balance your endocannabinoid system, and turn precision data into powerful healing. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Len May, MSc, visionary authority in personalized medicine and CEO of EndoDNA, the world leader in DNA-based wellness technology. With over 25 years of pioneering work in genomics, epigenetics, and medicinal cannabis, Len's patented DNA decoding system maps your unique genotypes to design tailor-made health solutions. His company holds the world's largest real-world efficacy database in precision wellness, integrating functional medicine, AI-driven analytics, and genetic data to create personalized blueprints for optimal brain function and performance. Together, Dave and Len explore how your genetic code determines how you respond to cannabis, psychedelics, nootropics, and supplements—and how to use that data to reduce anxiety, improve sleep optimization, and enhance focus. You'll learn how decoding your DNA can guide anti-aging strategies, mitochondrial performance, metabolism, and neuroplasticity, revealing new ways to live longer and smarter. This episode dives deep into the intersection of cannabis science, genomics, and biohacking. You'll discover how genetic polymorphisms influence mood, cognition, and stress response, and how personalized medicine can help you make smarter decisions around ketosis, fasting, and recovery. From optimizing the endocannabinoid system to hacking your biology for resilience and longevity, this is the future of functional medicine in action. You'll Learn: • How the endocannabinoid system regulates mood, focus, pain, and stress response • Which genetic polymorphisms affect cannabis sensitivity, anxiety risk, and dosing windows • How to use DNA testing to select cannabinoid and terpene ratios that fit your biology • Why delivery method matters and when sublingual dosing outperforms inhalation • How personalized cannabis protocols can support sleep optimization, recovery, and emotional regulation • The role of cannabinoids in mitochondrial function, neuroplasticity, and cognitive performance • How pharmacogenomics reduces antidepressant side effects and improves treatment matching • How to screen genetics for safer psychedelic use and avoid adverse reactions • What HLA and related markers reveal about mold sensitivity and inflammation This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, brain optimization, longevity, anti-aging, functional medicine, and living Smarter Not Harder—with precision tools designed to upgrade your mind and body at the genetic level. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: cannabis biohacking, cannabis masterclass, Dave Asprey cannabis, DNA decoding, genetic testing for cannabis, personalized medicine, endocannabinoid system, cannabis genomics, cannabis and DNA, cannabis and genetics, cannabis nootropics, plant medicine biohacking, cannabis brain optimization, cannabis and neuroplasticity, cannabis for focus, cannabis and mitochondria, cannabis metabolism, cannabis for sleep, cannabis anti-aging, precision wellness, functional medicine, cannabis longevity, EndoDNA, Len May, cannabis and AI, biohacking genetics, cannabis and fasting, cannabis and ketosis, personalized supplements, cannabis and mood, cannabis stress response, genetic biohacking, cannabis cognitive performance Thank you to our sponsors! -Screenfit | Get your at-home eye training program for 40% off using code DAVE at https://www.screenfit.com/dave. -Essentia | Go to https://myessentia.com/dave and use code DAVE for $100 off The Dave Asprey Upgrade. -Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order. -iRestore | Use code DAVE at https://www.irestore.com/ to unlock an exclusive discount on the iRestore Elite. 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In this powerful episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, host Dr. Alisa Whyte sits down with transformational speaker and bestselling author Melissa Osorio. Together, they explore the profound impact of trauma and the transformative journey to healing through resilience and innovative therapies like ayahuasca.Melissa opens up about her experiences overcoming childhood trauma, emotional detachment, and self-doubt—offering hope, honesty, and inspiration to anyone who has ever carried pain in silence. Through vulnerability and memory, Melissa reveals how we can reclaim our stories, rediscover purpose, and step into authentic healing.Whether you're navigating your own trauma or supporting someone on their journey, this episode reminds us all that resilience isn't just about surviving — it's about rising stronger and creating a life filled with meaning and peace.

Most people try to “heal” their brain with supplements, mindset, or meditation—but this episode reveals the deeper protocol to actually grow a new brain, reverse stress damage, activate 1,100 healing genes, and unlock higher human performance at any age. You'll learn how neuroplasticity, mitochondria repair, plant-based NRF2 activators, and energetic practices work together to rebuild the brain and extend longevity. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Alberto Villoldo, Ph.D.—medical anthropologist, neuroscientist, energy medicine pioneer, and founder of The Four Winds Society, the gold-standard school for modern shamans. He has spent 25+ years studying Amazonian and Andean healing traditions, led the Biological Self-Regulation Lab at San Francisco State University to explore psychosomatic medicine, and authored more than 25 bestselling books on neuroscience, functional medicine, and energy healing. Few people on earth bridge ancient biohacking and modern brain science at this level. He also reveals the forms of nicotine that are safest (spoiler: it's not vapes or cigarettes), how nicotine works at the receptor level, and what the science says about long-term health effects. This episode blends functional medicine, brain optimization, and biohacking into one powerful, myth-busting breakdown. You'll learn: • How to grow a new brain every 22 days using neuroplasticity and mitochondria support • Why plant medicines and NRF2 activators can turn on 1,100 healing genes in 24 hours • The surprising link between nootropics, psychedelics, serotonin, and endogenous DMT • How mindset, belief systems, and placebo/nocebo shape immune function and metabolism • Why RFK's chronic disease warning connects to viral evolution and immune collapse • The real reason carnivore diets work—and when they fail without gut repair • Peptides, GLP-1 agonists, and the future of functional medicine hacking • Why most people sabotage themselves and how to stop fighting your own biology This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, human performance, and longevity, and for those who want to understand how functional biology and mitochondrial science are redefining recovery, energy, and aging. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: NRF2 activation, Neurogenesis and hippocampus repair, Plant-based epigenetic triggers, Psychosomatic health, Serotonin to DMT conversion, Pineal gland methylation, Parasites and brain inflammation, Viral-driven evolution, GLP-1 agonists and longevity, Psilocybin lifespan extension, Autophagy and brain cleanup, Energetic medicine training, Functional peptides, BPC-157, Breathwork and CO2 tolerance, mTOR cycling, Cold exposure and dopamine, Mindset-driven immune function Thank you to our sponsors! • EMR-Tek | https://www.emr-tek.com/DAVE and use code DAVE for 40% off. • Essentia | Go to https://myessentia.com/dave and use code DAVE for $100 off The Dave Asprey Upgrade. • Timeline | Head to https://www.timeline.com/dave to get 10% off your first order. • fatty15 | Go to https://fatty15.com/dave and save an extra $15 when you subscribe with code DAVE. 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