Psychedelic Conversations

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 80: In this episode we discuss Naysha's background story, how she came into the medicine work, our first encounter at a retreat, the importance of maintaining your inner child, how plant medicines can help keep your integrity intact, psychedelics becoming mainstream, thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, bringing awareness to the masses and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:33 - Introduction 02:19 - Naysha's Story 08:20 - Our First Encounter 11:10 - The Child-Like Spirit 16:21 - Does The Medicine Keep Your Integrity Intact? 23:11 - Plant Medicines Becoming Mainstream 29:54 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 39:16 - Bringing Awareness To The Masses 53:06 - Naysha's Last Words Of Wisdom 56:42 - Her Current Projects, Offerings 59:41 - Outro About Naysha: A devoted Curandera from the Peruvian Amazon working in the shamanic field for 12 years. Trained by indigenous shamans. Born from plants, carries her medicine all over the world to help people awaken and heal. Connect with Naysha: Instagram: @curanderita Blog: https://naysha.blog/ Website: http://www.taitainti.com Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #NayshaSilva #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 79: In this episode we discuss Elizabeth's background story, what brought her into this work, having the patience to grow spiritually, understanding iboga and the Bwiti tradition, western vs traditional iboga use, dosing and contraindications, the offerings at SoulCentro Iboga Retreats, thoughts on reciprocity, the importance of respecting the medicine and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:32 - Introduction 04:08 - Elizabeth's Background Story 13:31 - Having The Patience To Grow Spiritually 20:10 - Understanding Iboga, The Bwiti Tradition 32:00 - Western Vs Traditional Iboga Use 40:00 - Dosing, Contraindications 51:10 - SoulCentro Iboga Retreats 57:37 - Thoughts On Reciprocity 1:02:50 - Respecting The Medicine 1:11:26 - Last Words Of Wisdom 1:14:33 - Outro About Elizabeth: Elizabeth Bast is a Missoko Bwiti initiate, traditionally trained iboga provider, and a co-founder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats in Costa Rica. She is the author of the award-winning memoir, Heart Medicine: A True Love Story--One Couple's Quest for the Sacred Iboga Medicine & the Cure for Addiction. Bast is a recipient of a Women of the Psychedelic Renaissance grant from the psychedelic feminist nonprofit organization Cosmic Sister and a member of Cosmic Sister's Expert Advisory Circle. She studied at New College of San Francisco with an emphasis on Art and Social Change and completed the transformational coach training program for psychedelic integration with Being True to You. Elizabeth’s Bwiti name is Mbeye, which means the medicine of the river. Connect With Elizabeth: Website: https://soulcentro.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebast1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/soulcentro_retreats?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #ElizabethBast #PsychedelicPodcast #Iboga

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast!   Episode 78: In this episode we discuss Ian's background, what brought him into this work, what psilomethoxin is and how it is developed, the effects of psilomethoxin on the brain and body, the importance of protecting the medicine, how to become a psilomethoxin church member, working with veterans using this medicine, harm reduction advice for using iboga, Ian's thoughts on the medical module, observations on the psychedelic renaissance and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:36 - Introduction 03:53 - Ian's Background 04:44 - What Is Psilomethoxin? 07:46 - How Does It Affect The Brain, Body? 11:48 - First Person To Ingest It Through Bioassay 18:46 - Protecting The Medicine 20:39 - Does Psilomethoxin Cause Hallucinations? 25:32 - How To Become A Church Member 30:17 - Working With Veterans 36:06 - Harm Reduction Advice For Iboga Use 42:07 - The Biggest Challenge Working With Veterans 44:58 - Current Thoughts On The Medical Module 47:16 - Observations On The Psychedelic Renaissance 50:47 - Ian's Projects And Offerings 53:18 - Outro About Ian: Ian is a Co-Founder of the Church of the Sacred Synthesis which offers the sacrament psilomethoxin and he is the first human being to ingest it through bioassay. Ian grew up in Hawaii in the 1970’s where cannabis and mushrooms were decriminalized and integrated into the culture. He has been healing himself for over 30 years with sacred medicines, a spiritual practice, and being a student and practitioner of ethnobotany. Ian is a West Point graduate, former US Army officer, Blackhawk helicopter pilot and combat veteran. Upcoming Psilomethoxin Event: https://psilomethoxin.com/april-15-2023-entheogenesis/   Connect with Ian: http://www.psilomethoxin.com/ https://psychedelicmusalman.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ian.benouis https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbenouis/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #IanBenouis #PsychedelicPodcast #Psilomethoxin

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 77: In this episode we discuss Sanne's background story, what brought her into medicine work, her current thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, experiencing amplified trauma responses and dissociation, integrating the spiritual and earthly perspective, listening to and respecting the medicine, the lack of belonging in our society, advice for the younger generation in the medicine space, Sanne's current projects and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:23 - Introduction 05:55 - What Brought You Into This Work? 10:13 - Current Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 29:04 - Experiencing Amplified Trauma Responses, Dissociation 40:37 - Integrating The Spiritual And Earthly Perspective 51:10 - Listening To And Respecting The Medicine 1:05:05 - The Lack Of Belonging In Our Society 1:14:04 - Advice For The Younger Generation 1:20:03 - Sanne's Current Projects, Offerings 1:22:09 - Outro About Sanne: Sanne is a visionary artist, holistic therapist, and entheogenic guide who facilitates healing sessions, ceremonies, and retreats. She specializes in resolving anxiety at its root by fusing therapeutic knowledge of how to resolve trauma with energetic practices, guided meditations, and creative expression. Connect With Sanne: Website: https://www.sanneheart.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanneHeart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sanneheart/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #SanneHeart #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 76: In this episode we discuss Nikos's background story, what real philosophy is, Socrates' beliefs and teachings, how to begin your own journey of philosophy, the western module, thoughts on divine timing and traumatic leverage, Nikos's experience with psychedelic medicines, his offerings and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:27 - Introduction 02:58 - Nikos's Background 07:08 - What Is Real Philosophy, Socrates 13:20 - Philosophy Is The Framework For Excellence 22:34 - Psychedelic Medicine And Dangerous Wisdom 28:31 - How Does One Begin Their Journey Of Philosophy? 37:50 - Is It Too Late For The Western Module? 47:02 - Thoughts On Divine Timing, Traumatic Leverage 1:00:24 - Experience With Psychedelic Medicines 1:09:39 - Nikos's Offerings And Current Projects 1:12:04 - Outro About Nikos: Nikos Patedakis is a consulting philosopher and educator who works with the nonduality of Nature and Culture. Drawing from the sciences, the arts, and the wisdom traditions, he helps individuals and organizations become more empowered, more creative, more ecologically aware, and more capable of transforming and healing self and world at the same time. Philosophy is therapy for the soul, a master key for excellence and success, and fundamental to the evolution of individuals and society. Connect With Nikos: https://dangerouswisdom.org/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #NikosPatedakis #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 75: In this episode we discuss David's background story, his near-death experience, traumatized individuals seeking psychedelics, navigating the legal landscape, biotech companies using psychedelics, thoughts on indigenous traditions, transpersonal states of consciousness and kabbalah, coming out of the psychedelic closet and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:50 - Introduction 04:26 - David's Background Story 09:11 - Traumatized Individuals Seeking Psychedelics 16:01 - Why Is The Education Front Important In Psychedelics? 21:42 - How Do You Navigate The Legal Landscape? 26:20 - Who Qualifies For The Vital Program? 33:37 - Biotech Companies Using Psychedelics 41:02 - Thoughts On Indigenous Traditions And Culture 52:20 - Transpersonal States Of Consciousness And Kabbalah 57:26 - Religions Using Psychedelics In Their Tradition 1:03:10 - Unexperienced Individuals Wanting To Serve 1:07:56 - Coming Out Of The Psychedelic Closet 1:16:23 - David's Upcoming Projects, Offerings 1:23:11 - Outro About David: David Drapkin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Psychotherapist, based in New Jersey. At the age of 21 David’s near-death electrocution experience resulted in a profound change in life direction, away from his BA in Economics and career dreams to be a stock broker to many years spent backpacking, spiritual seeking and disappearing into nature and solitude. Since then, David has received two MA degrees in Social Work and accumulated over 15 yrs in front-line clinical, supervisory, managerial and directorship healthcare roles. David has worked for three separate hospital-based behavioral health departments, and was previously also the clinical director of an outpatient addiction clinic. David is a psychodynamic psychotherapist with psychoanalytic training from the William Alanson White Institute of NYC. His private practice has been open since 2017.  David's encounters with non-ordinary states of consciousness go back to his teenage years. From raves and wilderness psilocybin journeys to solo fasting meditation retreats in India, Israel and New Zealand. David is particularly interested in the intersections between transpersonal states of consciousness and Kabbalah. In 2021 David joined Psychedelics Today, and is currently the Director of Education & Training. Connect With David: https://psychedelicstoday.com/ https://www.psychedeliceducationcenter.com/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 74: In this episode we discuss Dr. Jessica's background, the difference between entheogens and psychedelics, the importance of apprenticeship, role models in western civilization, recreational use of psychedelics, spiritual emergency and awakenings, spiritualizing psychopathology, the need for inclusivity and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:37 - Introduction 03:18 - Jessica's Background 09:19 - Entheogens Vs Psychedelics 16:11 - The Importance Of Apprenticeship 41:38 - Role Models In Western Civilization 44:21 - The Recreational Use Of Psychedelics 52:59 - Spiritual Emergency And Awakenings 1:00:42 - Spiritualizing Psychopathology 1:15:16 - The Need For Inclusivity 1:21:56 - Last Words 1:26:57 - Outro About Jessica: Rev Dr. Jessica Rochester is the author of Ayahuasca Awakening, A Guide to Self-Discovery, Self-Mastery and Self-Care, Volume One and Two. She is an ordained Inter-Faith Minister with a Doctorate in Divinity. A transpersonal counselor and educator, she trained in the work of the psychiatrist Roberto Assagioli MD and trained with Stanislav Grof MD. Dr. Rochester is the Madrinha of Céu do Montréal, the Santo Daime (Ayahuasca) church she founded in 1997. She has been a workshop leader, teacher, and in private practice. She continues to lecture on consciousness, non-ordinary states of consciousness, self-discovery, spiritual development, and personal transformation. From 2001 to 2017 she worked with Health Canada to achieve the recognition of the Santo Daime as a legitimate religion and the right to import the Santo Daime Sacrament for ritual use. In June 2017, this mission was accomplished and Céu do Montréal received an Exemption to import and serve the Santo Daime Sacrament. Connect with Jessica: Website: https://www.revdrjessicarochester.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revdrjrochester/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/revdrjessica-rochester/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063636693815 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JessicaRochester #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 73: In this episode we discuss Eric's background story, his Psanctuary church, the importance of community, reinforcing self-agency, the popularization of psychedelics, the psychedelic renaissance, current projects, thoughts on LSD, psychedelics having their own agenda and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:25 - Introduction 03:14 - Eric's Background 04:57 - Psanctuary Church 07:50 - Reinforcing Self-Agency 19:04 - The Popularization Of Psychedelics 29:28 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 37:02 - Current Projects And Experiences 40:47 - Eric's Thoughts On LSD 47:20 - Psychedelics Having Their Own Agenda 1:01:16 - Last Words Of Wisdom 1:04:00 - Outro About Eric: Eric Osborne is the President of the Psanctuary Church, born in the Kentucky countryside, Eric soon broke from his conservative origins and immersed himself in the esoteric. A father of four, he has devoted his life to expanding spiritual physical and mental health by embracing the natural world. Eric has been facilitating psilocybin experiences for 24  years. As founder of the world's first psilocybin mushroom retreat, the nation's most public sacred mushroom church and three gourmet and psychedelic mushroom farms he is one of the world's leading experts in psilocybin mushroom cultivation and facilitation. Connect with Eric: Website: www.psanctuary.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sporespreader/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psilocybin_says/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psanctuarychurch/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-osborne-0b7744b6/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #EricOsborne #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 72: In this episode we discuss the benefits of laughter, laughter as medicine, Dave's background story, starting a self-awareness journey, the beauty of paradox, having insights when surrendering, understanding what is pronoia and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:37 - Introduction 02:29 - How We Connected 04:20 - Laughter As Medicine 09:07 - Dave's Background Story 17:50 - Self-Awareness Journey 23:14 - The Beauty Of Paradox 29:27 - Spontaneous Laughter Experiment 40:07 - Having Insights When Surrendering 51:35 - Starting A Self-Awareness Journey 1:06:24 - Dave's Offerings 1:08:42 - Outro About Dave: Dave Berman explores infinity laughter, the Nature of Thought, and pronoia. His daily laughing journey has literally taken him around the world. He says "Laughter is the sound of joyful breathing." As a coach, Dave helps people have a better emotional quality of life, often by surrendering to being laughed, a hypnotic, transcendent, and sometime psychedelic experience. If you have ever heard the cliche "laughter is the best medicine" you'll want to hear this interview. Connect with Dave: Laughter Gym - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/join Stress Buster Buddy - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/stressbuster Mental Immunity For Parents of Moody Teens - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/parents Pronoia Experimentation Pod - https://DaveBermanCoaching.com/pronoia Conspiracy of Blessings - https://facebook.com/groups/conspiracyofblessings Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #DaveBerman #PsychedelicPodcast #LaughterMedicine

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 71: In this episode we discuss Sarah's background, the entropic brain, her prototype: Meu and biofeedback device: Wisdom, what brought her into neuroscience, thoughts on biotech companies, working at Red Light Holland, observations on the psychedelic renaissance, the growing hype of psychedelic use, Sarah's project: Radix Motion and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:49 - Introduction 04:52 - Sarah's Background 06:22 - What Is The Entropic Brain? 12:26 - How Does Recreational Use Fall Into This Spectrum? 17:09 - Sarah's Prototype: Meu, Biofeedback Device: Wisdom 24:44 - What Brought You Into Neuroscience? 26:40 - Thoughts On Biotech Companies 30:29 - Working at Red Light Holland 33:37 - Observations On The Psychedelic Renaissance 39:15 - The Growing Hype Of Psychedelic Use 44:35 - Sarah's Project: Radix Motion 49:36 - Last Words Of Wisdom 50:33 - Outro Sarah, is utilizing her research in cognitive neuroscience, focused on psychedelics, embodiment and immersive technology to connect humans to their body, each other and the environment. Sarah published the first paper on predictive coding and psychedelics back in 2017. She tried VR for the first time after a visit to Burning Man and pivoted her research, opening the first VR lab in the motor control department of Radboud university. Since completing her Master's she has been consulting and developing for many companies in the immersive field from pain management (Karuna Labs), bias training (Debias VR) and empathy-driven learning (Facebook). She has opened her own company focused on increasing the bandwidth of human connection with immersive technology. Her prototype called Meu has been hailed as working towards realizing the work of Terence McKenna’s vision (https://gen.medium.com/most-vr-is-total-bullshit-81a08431df38) by Douglas Rushkoff and called "Trippy and super compelling" by Kent Bye (https://voicesofvr.com/780-invoking-psychedelic-embodiment-experiences-vr-radix-motion-meu/). As part of her work, she utilized consensual data collected from Red Light Holland microdosing app in the Netherlands as well as market research and scientific research to help inform legislators in Oregon, Washington, and other places and promote responsible accessibility to Natural Psilocybin products for adults. Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #SarahHashkes #PsychedelicPodcast #VR 

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 70: In this episode we discuss Susannah's background story, how military veterans are awakening with the use of plant medicines, how Susannah co-founded "House of Embodied Metamorphosis", the medicine Susannah and her team work with, ancient tribes practicing group rituals, the power of group processes, Susannah's upcoming projects and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:28 - Introduction 02:22 - Susannah's Background Story 05:15 - Military Veterans Awakening 12:44 - Plant Medicines Recruiting Us 19:20 - House of Embodied Metamorphosis 34:02 - The Medicine Susannah Works With 41:47 - Ancient Tribes Practicing Group Rituals 47:49 - The Power Of Group Processes 58:40 - Susannah's Upcoming Projects 1:02:43 - Outro About Susannah: After serving as a Marine Corps Officer through two combat tours in Afghanistan, Susannah experienced a profound spiritual awakening to find her flow. Now she serves as a dedicated "Warrior for Peace" and Embodied Consciousness Guide. She co-founded House of Embodied Metamorphosis, a 508(c)1a organization that offers healing retreats and transformative coaching programs. Through this work, she guides others in Sacred Medicine Ceremony to align their spiritual and human selves, so they may remember purpose and find deep connection with their Self and Others. Connect With Susannah: Website: https://metamorphosis.ventures/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susannahroses/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #SusannahRoseStokes

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 69: In this episode we discuss Marc-John's background story, how he came into the medicine space, the difference between psychotropic and psychedelic plants, his intention for wanting to coach people, advocating for psychotropic plant medicines, his offerings at the Jungle Wisdom academy, understanding the master plant dieta and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:34 - Introduction 02:00 - Marc-John's Background 05:50 - Psychotropic Vs Psychedelic Plants 08:43 - Letting Go Of Ego To Lead With Humility 12:19 - The Intention For Coaching People In Need 19:06 - Is The New Earth Cycle Simply One Of Many? 28:01 - Advocating For Psychotropic Plant Medicines 39:55 - What Do The Elders Think Of The West Using Plant Medicines? 44:16 - Marc-John's Offerings At The Jungle Wisdom Academy 47:35 - Understanding The Master Plant Dieta 51:33 - Last Words Of Wisdom 52:32 - Outro About Marc-John: Marc-John is a practitioner of modern shamanism since 2008. These studies have brought him to developing close friendships with the indigenous populations of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, and Mexico. He has been apprenticing deeply with the Shipibo-Konibo tribe of Peru since November 2019. Among his many callings are: ceremony & retreat facilitation, plant medicine integration, coaching, teaching and mentoring, writing and public speaking, indigenous capacitation, liaison, and advocacy. He is head coach and faculty member at the Plant Spirit School by EntheoNation, and together with his native Peruvian wife, co-founder of Jungle Wisdom Academy and Native Wisdom Hub, whose core mission is to teach, coach, mentor, and facilitate in ways that carry the voices of the indigenous populations forward through the world's current psychedelic renaissance. Connect With Marc-John: Website: www.marc-johnbrown.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcjohn.brown Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcjohnbrown/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-johnbrown/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #MarcJohnBrown #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 68: In this episode we discuss Shiri's background, advice for individuals wanting to get into this space, understanding integration and why it's important, the golden rules of psychedelic integration, acknowledging that integration is a long-term process and every day is a ceremony, the empowerment of observing your striving, the psychedelic revival and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:25 - Introduction 03:30 - Shiri's Background Story 08:57 - How Can One Get Into This Space? 21:08 - Understanding Integration And Why It's Important 27:40 - The Golden Rules Of Psychedelic Integration 35:27 - Integration Being A Long-Term Process 41:31 - Surrendering To The Unknown, Letting Go Of Control 54:33 - The Empowerment Of Observing Your Striving 57:37 - Shiri's Projects And Offerings 1:00:19 - Outro About Shiri: Shiri Godasi is a teacher, author, visionary creatrix, depth poet and mother. She is passionate about creating a decolonized, psychedelic-positive counterculture and empowering people to step into radical authenticity/radical action and co-create a just world. Shiri is best known for her pioneering methods in the field of psychedelic integration and community bridging, including founding 5 entheogenic harm reduction organizations; directing a professional psychedelic therapy & creative leadership training program; and innovating a proven integration treatment protocol called The Psyched Soul™ Method. Shiri specializes in multidimensional, quantum-leap life transformations, soulcode recovery & realignment. Her approach draws from consciousness & cosmology, transpersonal psychology, quantum healing, Eastern philosophy and multidisciplinary arts, fusing ancient wisdom with modern practices for a ‘Psyched’ lifestyle. Connect with Shiri: www.psychedsoul.com www.psychedeliaintegration.org www.psychedelicintegrationcoach.com Shiri's Social media: @The.psyched.soul - Instagram, Facebook + YouTube Free Audience Gifts: https://www.psychedsoul.com/freebies Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #ShiriGodasi

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 67: In this episode we discuss Jonathon's background story, the precarious nature of ayahuasca, opening up to spiritual growth, accepting that self-work and healing is a long-term process, ancient knowledge about the Sequoia tribe, understanding and respecting the lineage of each medicine, Jonathon's current projects and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:34 - Introduction 02:32 - Jonathon's Background Story 27:09 - The Precarious Nature Of Ayahuasca 37:19 - What Makes Somebody Open To Spiritual Growth? 46:21 - Accepting That Self-Work/Healing Is A Slow Process 53:04 - The Reality Of The Divine Immortals 57:51 - Understanding The Lineage Of Each Medicine 1:04:50 - Jonathon's Current Projects And Offerings 1:10:24 - Outro About Jonathon: Jonathon is an Ethnobotanist, facilitator and the author of Rainforest Medicine ~ Preserving Indigenous Science and Biological Diversity in the Upper Amazon. Jonathon has spent the past twenty-nine years studying rainforest plant medicine traditions. Since 1996 he has organized biannual “Rainforest Medicine Councils,” experiential workshops journeys, for “Personal, community and Planetary Renewal,” that have offered participants an intimate opportunity to meet and learn from cultural adepts, the mighty rainforest and the omnipotent plant teachers. Connect with Jonathon: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathon.sparrow Website: https://www.wakingtimes.com/the-precarious-nature-of-ayahuasca/ Retreat Program: https://oceanforestecolodge.secure.retreat.guru/program/rainforest-medicine-council-january-14th-to-21th-2023/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JonathonWeisberger #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 66: In this episode, we discuss Nicole's background story, what brought her into the medicine space, combining somatic therapy with psychedelics, choosing the right modality in the healing arts, thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, integrating communities, countries and cultures, the law of reciprocity, Nicole's current projects, her last words of wisdom and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:40 - Introduction 03:09 - Nicole's Background Story 07:36 - What Caused You To Work With All These Modalities? 15:31 - Combining Somatic Therapy With Psychedelics 18:11 - How Does One Know Which Modality To Choose? 30:23 - Communities, Countries, and Cultures Integrating 43:20 - The Law Of Reciprocity 48:35 - The Richness Of Community And Culture 51:39 - Nicole's Current Projects 54:15 - Last Words Of Wisdom 57:29 - Outro About Nicole: Nicole Lilly, MA, LMT Integrative Healing Artist, Educator and Guide providing education, guidance, and support for personal development through a holistic framework including body, mind, heart, and spirit. She has been in the Healing and Transformational Arts for 12 years, and holds a Masters in Body Psychotherapy from Naropa University along with a license in massage therapy. She skillfully guides individuals and groups choosing to embark on their journey with expanded states of consciousness and botanical allies, such as sacred mushrooms. Nicole is a national presenter, speaker, teacher, and facilitator in the entheogenic space. She currently offers online group learning immersions through her education and inspiration platform, The Luminous Guide, to people all over the world. Connect with Nicole: https://www.nicolelilly.com/ https://theluminousguide.com/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #NicoleLilly #PsychedelicPodcast 

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 65: In this episode we discuss Skye's background story, what brought her into the medicine space, the importance of community and its benefits, what lead her to working with women, cannabis-assisted therapy, the somatic effect when working with cannabis and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:40 - Introduction 03:16 - Skye's Background Story 09:17 - Is Education a Necessity To Serve Medicine? 21:52 - The Importance Of Community 27:44 - What Lead You To Working With Women? 38:55 - Cannabis-Assisted Therapy 52:35 - What Are These Somatic Modalities? 1:01:56 - Skye's Last Words Of Wisdom 1:05:06 - Outro About Skye: Skye Weaver is a mentor, teacher, consultant, facilitator and public speaker who's work focuses on who we are being in the process of whatever it is we are doing. Her teachings revolve around psychedelics, earth medicines, women's leadership, right relationship, cannabis, integration, integrity, relational healing, trauma resolution, self-actualization & radical self-care in leadership.  She’s a lead facilitator with Medicinal Mindfulness, resident facilitator at DoubleBlind Magazine, guest faculty for EntheoNation, integration specialist for InnerSpace Integration, and founder of UnDone: A Ceremonial Container for Women’s Leadership.   Skye has her MFA from Harvard, trained at the Hakomi Institute and is certified in mindfulness-based psychedelic therapy from the Center for Medicinal Mindfulness She is also a certified yoga teacher, Reiki Master, trained bodyworker and Alexander practitioner. Connect with Skye: Website: https://theskyeweaver.mykajabi.com/undone Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1314829663 http://medicinalmindfulness-20964304.hs-sites.com/psychedelic-sitters-school-first-step Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #SkyeWever 

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 64: In this episode we discuss Alex's background story, acknowledging the power of art, the role of art in psychedelic integration, thoughts on having creative block, the important relationship between trauma and art, Alex's fascination with mycology, learning how to live/die well as an elder, Alex's "imperfect" sculptures and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:49 - Introduction 04:19 - Alex's Background Story 07:13 - Why Do People Gain Respect For These Medicines? 15:12 - The Reason For Creating "Today's Vibe" 18:28 - Acknowledging The Power Of Art 26:30 - The Role Of Art In Psychedelic Integration 30:56 - Alex's Sculpture Work, One Of His Pieces 36:40 - Thoughts On Having Creative Block 43:38 - The Relationship Between Trauma And Art 49:13 - Alex's Fascination With Mycology/Fungi 54:19 - Being Flexible With Creativity, Collaboration 1:00:25 - Learning How To Live/Die Well As An Elder 1:07:01 - Alex's "Imperfect" Pieces, Private Exhibit 1:13:44 - Last Words 1:18:24 - Outro About Alexander: Alexander is a Berlin-based, mixed-media artist working across sculpture, mycology (biology of fungi), and the mystical. Connect with Alexander: Website: https://www.alexandermain.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandermain/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AlexanderMain #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 63: In this episode, we have our second conversation with Changal to discuss what has been emerging in the psychedelic space since our last conversation, educating newcomers to plant medicine, disrupting the western mindset, Changal's thoughts on psychotic breaks, microdosing, psilomethoxin and much more! The previous conversation with Changal: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hJXyXxfMivb 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:32 - Introduction 03:11 - What Has Been Emerging Since We Last Spoke? 05:07 - How Do We Educate Newcomers To The Medicine? 24:04 - Disrupting The Western Mindset 41:28 - Are You Working Towards Building A Community? 47:21 - Changal's Thoughts On Psychotic Breaks 1:08:32 - The Book "Breaking Open" 1:11:55 - Last Thoughts On Microdosing 1:18:28 - What Is Psilomethoxin? 1:20:52 - Last Words 1:23:30 - Outro About Changal-Sapuro Ancestralis: Facilitator of Bufo Alvarius, Kambo and Ayahuasca medicine, Artist, Builder, Farmer. He was introduced to psychedelics at the age of 9 and he’s been exploring psychedelic and entheogenic states for more than 17 years. In the last 6 years, he’s been living on 1 hector of land where he is building a regenerative community healing farm, also traveling around the world to share Bufo medicine (Germany, Poland, Serbia, Austria, California, Oregon, Mexico, and last 2 years also traveling to Brazil to share Bufo medicine. His attitude towards psychedelics is “medicine for life” and he has a shamanic perspective and approach to psychedelics. He believes the entheogenic medicine is the best ally/teacher and pure consciousness itself. Connect with Changal: https://www.facebook.com/ApukunaRetreatCenter https://soundcloud.com/changalero https://www.mixcloud.com/Changaleros/ Thank you so much for joining us!   Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice.   About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #Changal-Sapuro #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 62: In this episode, we talk about a variety of topics linked to ketamine therapy. We discuss Matt's background story, his book "Psychedelics for Everyone", the mental health benefits of using ketamine, concerns and backlash of using ketamine, normalizing mental health discussions and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:03 - Introduction 01:30 - Matt's Background 04:15 - Are Psychedelics Recruiting Us? 08:48 - Matt's Book "Psychedelics for Everyone" 16:49 - Western Medical Model Vs Decriminalisation Model 20:37 - Understanding The Goal Of Matt's Book 24:29 - Why Work With Ketamine? 28:08 - Backlash Of Using Ketamine On Telehealth 31:50 - How Does Ketamine Benefit Mental Health? 35:02 - Are there Concerns About Using Ketamine? 38:34 - Using Ketamine After A Psychotic Break 45:09 - Normalising Mental Health Discussions 47:16 - Last Words Of Wisdom 50:06 - Outro About Matt: Matt Zemon is the CEO and Co-Founder of HAPPŸŸ, a mental wellness company that specializes in psychedelic-assisted ketamine therapy along with digital therapeutics that promote life-transforming outcomes. Matt is also the author of Psychedelics for Everyone: A Beginner’s Guide to these Powerful Medicines for Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Expanding Consciousness and received his Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health with honors from King’s College London. Connect with Matt: Company: www.HAPPYY.me Personal: www.mattzemon.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mattzemon Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattzemon/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/matt.zemon/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #MattZemon #Ketamine #KetamineTherapy #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 61: In this episode, we dive deep into Sabrina's background and discuss the psychedelic renaissance, the importance of community, IFS model (Internal Family Systems), the cultural burden of hyper-independence in the west, the role of somatic and touch therapy, Sabrina's current/upcoming projects and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:46 - Introduction 02:46 - Sabrina's Background 06:08 - Observations On The Psychedelic Renaissance 11:02 - The Importance Of Community 21:39 - Working With The IFS Model (Internal Family Systems) 42:20 - The Cultural Burden Of Hyper-Independence 48:00 - The Role Of Somatic And Touch Therapy 59:40 - Sabrina's Current/Upcoming Projects 1:00:42 - Last Words Of Wisdom 1:01:51 - Outro About Sabrina: Sabrina Santa Clara’s early career began as a massage therapist, embodiment educator and yoga instructor focused on the interchange of soma, psyche and spirit. She received her undergraduate in Sociology and her Master’s in Dance/Movement Therapy and Body Psychotherapy from Naropa University. She is a Certified Psychedelic Integration Therapist and is an Advanced Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist and approved IFS Consultant having worked with the model for over 20 years.  Having walked many spiritual paths, Sabrina identifies as a Spiritual Bohemian and practices primarily as a Spiritual Midwife, Elder, Consultant and Educator. She has created training and certification programs in Psychotherapeutic Touch and teaches this model with several psychedelic organizations. She is currently working on a book on Self Psychedelic Integration, which outlines a community-based model of psychedelic exploration and healing. Connect with Sabrina: Website: https://www.sabrinasantaclara.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinasantaclara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SabrinaSSantaClara/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFfYU-b-vABbLX9TyhjnJFA Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #SabrinaSantaClara #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 60: In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics such as Milena's background story, how she transitioned from a fashion/costume designer to the art of traditional drum building, children in the psychedelic space, thoughts on social media, the spirit of medicinal drums and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:19 - Introduction 04:06 - Milena's Background Story 08:18 - Transitioning Into Shamanic Work 13:43 - How Did Psychedelics Affect Your Path? 21:50 - Children In The Psychedelic Space 28:02 - A Significant Psychedelic Experience 34:01 - Surrendering To The Unknown 40:27 - Thoughts On Social Media 47:03 - The Free-Flowing Spirit Of The Drums 1:03:50 - Susan's Drums, Designed By Milena 1:05:01 - Milena's Last Words Of Wisdom 1:11:57 - Outro About Milena: Milena is a drum maker of traditional medicine drums, born and raised in Berlin in a German-American family, she has been diving into the art of drum building for over 8 years. She holds a M.A. in Fashion/Costume/ Industrial Design and is dedicated to the alchemy of the creative journey. Her drums, paintings and symbols bridge ancient craft and traditional medicine knowledge with contemporary design and artwork. She has been learning and apprenticing since many years with different healers, teachers and artists from various indigenous cultural backgrounds. Beside her art, she is offering vision work for individuals and groups and gives talks. Her work is shaped by a deep love for creating beauty and spaces for healing as well as the art of dreaming and vision. Connect with Milena: Website: http://www.milenakraft.com Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MedicinedrumsShop Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #MilenaKraft #PsychedelicPodcast 

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 59: In this episode, we have Greg Lake back on the podcast for his third interview to discuss current projects, his new psychedelic church "Psilomethoxin", the inspiration behind his mission to work with churches, thoughts on spiritual vs western psychedelic use, recent progress being made in England and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:33 - Introduction 04:10 - Current Projects, Updates 10:48 - Greg's New Psychedelic Church 17:39 - New Psychedelic Substances 21:08 - Being Comfortable In Different Settings 26:01 - The Inspiration To Work With Churches 29:00 - Thoughts On Spiritual Vs Western Use 38:18 - Gabor Maté's Retreat Being Cancelled 41:20 - Progress Being Made In England, The US 46:27 - Last Words Of Wisdom 50:36 - Outro About Greg: Greg is a trial and appellate attorney, entheogenic church lawyer, consultant, and author. He helps people with legitimizing their psychedelic practices by forming them a legal entity/church and helping them with their doctrine and internal documentation in order to maximize their protection. He is the founder of EntheoConnect Platform and a Lead Oracle in the Church of Psilomethoxin. Connect with Greg: Website: www.psilomethoxin.com Email: george.lake@entheoconnect.com Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAyK0HKZb7qPlMcsLBzSV5g Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #GregLake #PsychedelicPodcast 

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 58: In this episode we discuss Atira's background story, her journey working as a trauma specialist, what it will take for plant medicines to become mainstream, the importance of trauma-informed language when facilitating, understanding that support is essential when surrendering, what it takes to become a plant medicine facilitator, how psychedelics can affect the ego, Atira's upcoming programs and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:34 - Introduction 03:48 - Atira's Background Story 10:24 - Working As A Trauma Specialist 24:16 - How Can We Make Plant Medicines Mainstream? 32:51 - Trauma-Informed Language 39:43 - Surrendering Requires Support, Trust 45:11 - What It Takes To Become A Facilitator 52:56 - How Psychedelics Can Effect The Ego 56:40 - Atira's Offerings And Upcoming Programs 1:02:05 - Last Words Of Wisdom 1:05:01 - Outro About Atira: Atira Tan is a trauma specialist, founder, author, activist, and passionate philanthropist dedicated to supporting individuals to transform their pain into power and freedom. Atira is a senior yoga and meditation teacher (500 E-RYT), art therapist (M.A. Expressive Art Therapy & Grad Dip. Transpersonal Art Therapy), a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), a somatic trauma specialist in sexual abuse recovery and trauma educator, TED speaker and #1 best-selling author, currently completing a Ph.D. studies in Expressive Art Therapies. Connect With Atira: Website: https://atiratan.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atira.tan Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atira-tan-826894192 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AtiraTan #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 57: In this episode, we dive deep into Shiri's background story and discuss a variety of topics such as the meaning of being a visionary disruptor, the definition of what psychedelic integration is, building trust in order to let go, Psychopharmacopeia influencing the standards of psychedelic use, the importance of community and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:22 - Introduction 01:50 - Being A Visionary Disruptor 03:48 - Shiri's Background Story 08:18 - Psychedelic Integration 17:27 - How Do We Learn To Trust And Let Go? 26:42 - Psychopharmacopeia Influencing Psychedelic Use 36:08 - The Importance Of Community 42:20 - The Effect Of Trauma 51:49 - Shiri's Offerings, External Resources 57:02 - Outro About Shiri: Shiri Godasi (She/Her) is a teacher, visionary creatrix, depth poet and mother. She is best known for pioneering methods in the field of psychedelic integration and community bridging, including founding 5 psychedelic harm reduction organizations. She is passionate about creating a decolonized, psychedelic-positive counterculture and empowering others to step into radical authenticity/radical action to co-create a just world. Her professional certification program, The Psyched Soul PlaySkool of Integration & Soulpreneurship, trains people to become creative systemic disruptors through expert psychedelic support and heart-centred leadership. Her approach draws from transpersonal psychology, New-Earth sacred commerce, Eastern philosophy and multidisciplinary arts, fusing ancient wisdom with modern practices for a ‘Psyched’ lifestyle.   Connect with Shiri: www.psychedsoul.com www.psychedeliaintegration.org www.psychedelicintegrationcoach.com Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people, and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #ShiriGodasi #PsychedelicPodcast #PsychedelicScience #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 56: In this episode, we talk with Saj Razvi at the "PSI" - Psychedelic Somatic Institute - to discuss a wide variety of topics including psychedelic psychotherapy, the three tiers of transpersonal reality, traditional vs psychedelic therapy, the role of relationship in the window of tolerance, working with transference, the PSI training programs and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:42 - Introduction 02:51 - Saj's Background Story 06:56 - Psychedelic Psychotherapy 14:37 - The Three Tiers Of Transpersonal Reality 25:17 - Traditional Vs Psychedelic Therapy 28:54 - What Level Of Therapists Come To Your Trainings? 33:53 - Making Psychedelics Accessible To Facilitators 37:35 - The Role Of Relationship In The Window Of Tolerance 45:44 - Working With Transference 55:33 - PSI Training Programs, Working With Cannabis 1:01:46 - Thoughts On Avoiding Psychedelic Therapy 1:06:05 - Where To Reach Saj, The PSI Website 1:10:03 - Outro About Saj: Saj Razvi is the Director of Education at PSI. He is a psychotherapist and former clinical researcher in the MAPS Phase 2 trial of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. He is faculty at Mind Medicine Australia and taught PTSD studies at the University of Denver. He is one of the primary developers of the Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy (PSIP) modality which is a next generation, primary consciousness-oriented psychotherapy. The focus of PSIP is to maximize the relational and autonomic healing capacity of psychedelic medicine to treat complex, childhood developmental trauma.  Saj's primary focus is to train clinicians to provide legal, effective psychedelic treatment in their private practice settings utilizing readily accessible medicines such as cannabis and ketamine. He provides PSI trainings and supervision to students internationally. Connect with Saj: Website: https://www.psychedelicsomatic.org/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicsomatic Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicsomatic Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #SajRazvi #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 55: In this episode we discuss Keith's background story, how he joined forces with the "Heroic Hearts" project, his thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, the long-term effects after taking psychedelics, choosing whether to be the victor or victim, taking action instead of resisting and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:39 - Introduction 03:10 - Joining Heroic Hearts, Background Story 07:12 - Keith On The Psychedelic Renaissance 12:05 - The Longterm Effect After Taking Psychedelics 20:45 - How Have Psychedelics Influenced Yourself? 27:55 - Psychedelics Being A Catalyst For A Rites Of Passage 36:42 - Are You The Victor Or Victim in Your Hero's Journey? 43:51 - Taking Action Instead Of Resisting 47:16 - The Powerful Effect Of Connection 50:05 - Last Words Of Wisdom 52:49 - Outro About Keith: Keith Fiveson is an integrative health and wellness coach, a certified professional life and recovery coach, a contemplative/yoga therapist, and a meditation teacher who retired from the corporate world in 2016. In addition, a two-time cancer survivor/thriver who has practiced mindfulness and meditation for over 25 years focusing on Mindfulness interventions for stress and trauma as well as Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. Connect with Keith: Website: https://workmindfulness.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindful-leader Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going - https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #KeithFiveson #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 54: In this episode we dive deep into Jordan's background story as a writer and how he started working with Dr. James Fadiman. We go on to discuss the idea of having multiple selves and learning how to acknowledge every one of them, Jordan's upcoming projects, the meaning of "Occam's Razor", Jordan's personal experiences with psychedelics and much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:27 - Introduction 03:31 - Jordan's Story, Meeting Dr. Fadiman 09:37 - Having Multiple Selves 17:20 - Becoming Better Navigators In Everyday Life 22:49 - Is Everybody Trying To Be Their Best Self? 27:04 - Acknowledging All Our Selves 36:30 - Which Self Is Called To The Medicine? 40:42 - Managing Ones Addiction 45:30 - The Sacred And The Ordinary Are One 50:30 - Jordan's Future Projects 55:36 - The Meaning Of Occam's Razor 58:49 - Jordan's Experience With Psychedelics 01:04:40 - Where Can You Find Jordan? 01:07:16 - Outro About Jordan: Jordan Gruber, J.D., Renaissance Wordsmith—writer, collaborative writer, ghost writer, editor, and coach—has created and sculpted authoritative volumes in forensic law, financial services, psychology, and health and wellness. A graduate of Binghamton University and the University of Virginia School of Law, he founded the Enlightenment.Com website. He has recently co-authored Your Symphony of Selves (on healthy multiplicity) with James Fadiman, as well as The Bounce (on rebound exercise) with Joy Daniels.   Connect With Jordan: Website: https://jordangruber.com/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/EnlightenmentCom/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jordangruber123?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JordanGruber

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 53: In this episode, we dive deep into Yuri's background story discussing what brought him into the psychedelic space, meeting ayahuasca for the first time, kundalini yoga and holotropic breathwork, the importance of harm reduction and integration, dealing with psychosis, and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:26 - Introduction 02:23 - Yuri's Story, Meeting Ayahuasca 14:06 - Kundalini Yoga, Holotropic Breathwork 22:08 - Yuri's Observations Of Psychedelics 31:49 - Medicine Work Isn't For Everybody 35:41 - Prioritising Integration After Retreats 43:44 - Accepting Yourself Post-Ceremony 52:24 - Dealing With Psychosis 59:35 - Being Responsible When Screening 1:03:45 - Last Words Of Wisdom 1:09:13 - Outro About Yuri: Yuri is an herbalist, Kambo Practitioner, Breathwork Facilitator and a rewarded chef. He is currently serving as a facilitator for the Taiti Inti Team offering plant medicines such as Ayahuasca, San Pedro, Tabacco Purge and Kambo for deep work and healing for those who feel the call. Connect with Yuri: Website: https://www.taitainti.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/kambointi?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Instagram: https://instagram.com/yurimagoori_official?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #YuriMagoori #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 52: In this episode, we discuss women in psychedelics, elevating the divine feminine, Dana's background story and how she transitioned into the psychedelic space, somatic therapy integration, the psychedelic renaissance and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:36 - Introduction 02:44 - Finding Women In Psychedelics 07:40 - Dana's Story And Mission 20:29 - Learning From A Corporate Background 25:51 - Somatic Therapy Integration 29:36 - Dana's Future Projects 33:19 - The Psychedelic Renaissance 35:25 - Personal Challenges 43:00 - Psychedelics In Vancouver, Canada 44:58 - Merging The Co-Existing & Indigenous 47:01 - Dana's Closing Words 51:51 - Outro About Dana: Dana Harvey is a founder, an educator, a professional communicator, a community builder, and an advocate for women in the psychedelic ecosystem. Previously a c-suite executive and head of investor relations at Numinus, one of the leading publicly traded psychedelics companies, Dana stepped down to pursue a different avenue of supporting and educating people around the intentional use of psychedelics for transformation. She founded the Flourish Academy through which she provides loving guidance, shares evidence-based research and cultivates supportive communities like The Flourish Academy Club on Clubhouse with over 1.4K members. Connect with Dana: Website: https://flourishacademy.ca/ Website: https://sistersinpsychedelics.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danaharveycommunications Instagram: https://instagram.com/dana_lj_harvey?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Instagram: https://instagram.com/theflourishacademy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Instagram: https://instagram.com/sistersinpsychedelics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Clubhouse: Psychedelic Microdosing room with guest Susan Guner: “Trauma-Informed Group Work” https://www.clubhouse.com/room/MR6yD59A?utm_medium=ch_room_xerc&utm_campaign=b70iG-YlOGxhPIYLMT536g-232677 (Download the Clubhouse app and join The Flourish Academy) Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #DanaHarvey #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 51: In this episode, we discuss the formation of "Heroic Hearts", psychedelic treatment for veterans suffering from PTSD, the current state of psychedelics in the UK, Keith's background story coming into the psychedelic space and so much more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:25 - Introduction 01:55 - The Formation Of "Heroic Hearts" 07:09 - Who Is The Right Person To Serve Medicine? 14:07 - Working With Other Veterans 20:51 - The Current State Of Psychedelics In The UK 29:30 - Future Projects At Heroic Hearts 33:11 - Keith's Background Story 40:02 - Supporting Veterans, UK Drug Law 51:02 - Last Words Of Wisdom 53:17 - Outro About Keith: Keith Abraham, CEO of Heroic Hearts UK was a member of the UK Army's elite Parachute Regiment. Serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, his experiences became the catalyst for a great change. Violence, heartbreak and the deaths of so many friends showed him the limits of his chosen lifestyle - one of anger, conflict, frustration and brute force endurance. After leaving the military, Keith travelled to Peru and underwent his first ayahuasca therapy and, soon after, his profound experiences with ayahuasca and psilocybin convinced him of the vital role plant medicines have to offer those suffering from PTSD, brain injuries and mental ill-health. Connect with Keith: Website: https://www.heroicheartsuk.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heroic-hearts-uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-j-abraham-36506362 Instagram: https://instagram.com/heroicheartsuk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #KeithAbraham #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 50: In this episode, we discuss Cadell’s background story, what brought him into the psychedelic space, the multi-faceted nature of psychedelics, Sigmund Freud's "Death Drive", Cadell's philosophy portal and so much more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:14 - Introduction 01:50 - Cadell's Background Story 03:42 - How Psychedelics Influenced Cadell 13:59 - Why Do Psychedelics Breakdown Constructs? 20:30 - Are There Limitations To Psychedelic use? 24:04 - Do Psychedelics Work Differently For Everyone? 34:28 - What Is The Real Integration Work? 37:40 - The "Death Drive" 43:49 - Cadell's Philosophy Portal, Courses 49:09 - The Long-term Effects Of Psychedelics 51:47 - Outro About Cadell: Dr. Cadell Last is an anthropologist (M.Sc.) and philosopher (Ph.D.) with an interest in: biocultural evolution, mind-matter relation, psychoanalysis, speculative futures. He is the author of Global Brain Singularity, and Sex, Masculinity, God and the founder of the Philosophy Portal. Connect with Cadell: Website: https://philosophyportal.online/thus-spoke-zarathustra YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCtCqYQFPhnU1OnHPveEnYw Thank you so much for joining us!  Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #CadellLast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 49: In this episode, we sit down with Beth Weinstein to discuss her background working as a spiritual business coach and what brought her into the psychedelic space. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:19 - Introduction 02:40 - Beth's Background Story 12:04 - Changing Old Habits To Transform 14:08 - Overcoming Fear 23:58 - The "Amazon Prime" Effect 26:47 - Self Work Being A Longterm Process 34:03 - Not Relying On The Medicine 40:41 - Doing Your Due Diligence 54:29 - How To Connect With Beth 56:36 - Outro Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Beth: Beth Weinstein is a Spiritual Business Coach, and host of The Psychedelic Entrepreneur Podcast: Medicine For These Times with Beth Weinstein. Founder of the “Psychedelics, Sacred Medicines, Purpose and Business” summit in 2021 and the Psychedelics, Purpose and Business summit in 2020, the  “Psychedelics, Sacred Medicines and Purpose” conference in 2019 and was the producer of the annual “True Path Entrepreneur” spiritual business training series. Connect with Beth: Website: https://bethaweinstein.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethw.nyc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethaweinstein Business Website: https://psychedelicsandbusiness.com/ About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #BethWeinstein #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 48: In this episode, we sit down with Azalea Kemp to talk about her background story and how she came into the medicine healing space. She shares insight about her book "Micro-Healing", the importance of learning from indigenous cultures, the unpredictable nature of sacred mushrooms, how to prepare yourself before attending a ceremony, her journey of learning from Mazatec traditions and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:19 - Introduction 03:06 - Azalea's Story 07:54 - The Calling Of The Medicine 11:57 - Who Is Qualified To Serve The Medicine? 24:16 - Learning From Indigenous Cultures 27:56 - The Unpredictable Nature Of Mushrooms 33:25 - Azalea's Journey Learning From Mazatec Traditions 37:02 - Preparing Yourself Before Attending A Ceremony 39:46 - How Many Ceremonies Should Someone Attend? 43:30 - Dealing With Difficult Experiences 46:48 - Sharing The Medicine With Foreigners 55:50 - Letting Go Of Comfort To Grow 59:52 - Azalea's Book On Microdosing 01:04:12 - How Can People Reach Out To You? 01:07:02 - Outro Azalea's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HM7GQ59/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_64FXZVX6VY7DM1W7BWW2 About Azalea: Through her ancestral roots in Mexico, Azalea was invited to spend time studying Los Niños Santos (psilocybin mushrooms) in Huautla de Jiménez, Oaxaca, México under a sacred Mazatec lineage that has been using sacred mushrooms medicinally for centuries. She has made a lifelong commitment to sharing Mazatec wisdom and working with sacred mushrooms as medicine. Connect with Azalea: Personal Website: https://www.vibrationalhealing.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azalea-kemp-1110 Mazatec Mushroom Ceremony Website: https://www.chojnndafe.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/vibrationalhealingwithazalea?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AzaleaKemp #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 47: In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Caudill to discuss his story of how he survived two ischemic strokes, the use of psychedelics to aid his recovery, thoughts on the psychedelic renaissance, and forming his company "Ninnion Psychedelics". 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:16 - Introduction 02:39 - Jeremy's Story 08:18 - The Psychedelic That Aided Jeremy's Recovery 10:19 - Is Longterm Recovery Possible? 13:07 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 17:50 - Is A Mystical Experience Needed For Recovery? 23:11 - Jeremy's Thoughts On The Group Process 28:26 - The Formation Of "Ninnion Psychedelics" 31:31 - Teaming Up With Rick Strassman 34:38 - Legal Challenges For Ninnion Psychedelics 37:03 - Is Microdosing A Safer Approach? 38:12 - Plans To Work With Other Psychedelics 39:55 - Jeremy's Last Words 42:31 - Outro About Jeremy: Jeremy Caudill, CEO, and Founder of Ninnion Psychedelics, a survivor of traumatic brain injury who found solace in psychedelics. He was diagnosed with a life-threatening aortic aneurysm and heart valve defect and underwent emergency open-heart surgery in 2017. Immediately following, he suffered two ischemic strokes which led to a long and painful post-surgical recovery period. During this recovery time, Jeremy applied his previous biotech experience to researching pharmaceutical approaches to healing the brain. His exploration of neurogenesis, neuroplasticity and the mechanisms of recovery from traumatic brain injury led him to studies on the efficacy of psychedelics in managing chronic pain and treating severe mental illness. Ninnion is a pharmaceutical company on a mission to build a fully integrated pharmaceutical psychedelics eco-system leveraging the latest AI drug discovery, development, cGMP manufacturing, commercialization, patient clinics, and specialty pharmacy distribution network designed for the next frontier of psychedelic medicine. Focused on the payer-reimbursed market, Ninnion has begun developing a pipeline of next-generation psychedelic therapies with a clinical focus on brain injury, chronic pain, inflammation, and addiction disorders. Connect with Jeremy: Ninnion Website: https://ninnion.com/ Ninnion Twitter: https://twitter.com/ninnionthera Ninnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninniontherapeutics/ Ninnion Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninnion-therapeutics/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner\ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JeremyCaudill

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 46: In this episode, we sit down with Greg Lawrence to discuss the intricacies of the integration process, his approach when working with people, the current state of psychedelics, and more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 00:52 - Introduction 01:54 - Greg's Background Story 06:16 - Thoughts On The Agenda Of Psychedelics 09:57 - The Emerging Of Psychedelic Therapists 17:43 - What Does Integration Mean? 22:48 - Re-evaluating The People Around You 25:54 - The Era Of Spiritual Narcissism 29:37 - Psychedelics Being An "Instant Fix" 34:44 - Greg's Approach To Working With People 40:47 - Disengaging After Therapy 50:14 - The Current State Of Psychedelics 56:09 - Outro About Greg: Greg Lawrence is a psychedelic integration and transformational coach in Los Angeles. In addition to his private practice, Greg serves as an integration coach for the "Transpersonal Center" in Los Angeles and various retreat centers. He has been facilitating integration circles for PsychedeLiA in Los Angeles for over five years and is a member of Innerspace Integration's Provider Network. Connect with Greg: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_integration/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicintegrationspecialist YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PsychedelicIntegrationSpecialist Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #GregLawrence #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 45: In this episode, we sit down with Anya Oleksiuk from the Psychedelic Society to discuss a variety of topics such as her upcoming documentary, the current state of the psychedelics, finding the right facilitator/retreat as well as Anya's background story, and how she became a co-director of the Psychedelic Society. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:11 - Introduction 01:36 - Anya's Background Story 08:21 - Combining Work With Psychedelics 10:13 - Joining The Psychedelic Society 16:26 - Anya's Upcoming Documentary 28:51 - Becoming A Film Maker 32:10 - The Current State Of Psychedelics 40:20 - How Can People Support? 42:49 - Thoughts On Unexperienced Shamans 47:33 - Advice For Finding The Right Facilitator/Retreat 51:42 - Anya's Last Words Of Wisdom 53:03 - Outro About Anya: Anya is a Co-Director of the Psychedelic Society UK, leading on video production and curating educational events on psychedelics. She recently launched Women in Psychedelics series, highlighting work of female psychedelic researchers, therapists, healers, artists and beyond. In 2017, Anya founded Triptika Studios, which is a creative media agency, working on projects oriented towards social change and improving human wellbeing. She is the creator, director and producer of The Psychedelic Renaissance - a not-for-profit documentary film about the worldwide re-emergence of the psychedelic movement and the crucial role of psychedelic substances, plants and mushrooms in human culture. Anya is associated with the Psychedelic Society of the Netherlands and is a consultant for the Polish Psychedelic Society (Polskie Towarzystwo Psychodeliczne). Connect With Anya: https://psychedelicsociety.org.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyaoleksiuk https://www.thepsychedelicrenaissance.com/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AnyaOleksiuk #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 44: In this episode, we sit down with Tara Austin to hear about her background story and what led her to specialise in the field of applied behavioural science. She also shares insights about her passion for bringing awareness to psychedelics for mental health. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:15 - Introduction 01:43 - Tara's Background 06:39 - The UK Psychedelic Movement 19:30 - Psilocybin Access Rights (PAR) 24:44 - Establishing Laws For Psychedelic Therapy 28:43 - The New Frontier 35:29 - Utilizing Psychedelics Effectively 42:43 - A New Generation Of Therapists 48:07 - Advice For The Future Of Psychedelics 50:57 - Tara's Last Words Of Wisdom 54:05 - Outro About Tara: Tara began her career as a strategist in advertising agencies and has worked with many of the world’s biggest brands from Unilever and Coca-Cola to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Then, ten years ago, she began to specialise in the new field of applied behavioural science and led Ogilvy Behavioural Science Practice’s inaugural experiment. Today she creates integrated behaviour change campaigns for clients such as HM Government, Recycle for London and Public Health England. Tara is the host of Nudgestock, the world’s biggest festival of behavioural science and creativity. Connect with Tara: Website: http://www.par.global/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-austin-78b2a780 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #TaraAustin #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 43: In this episode, we sit down with Daniel McQueen to discuss the master sacred plant, Cannabis. Throughout our conversation Daniel shares insight on the different strains of cannabis and their healing properties as well as his mission to train students in Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy. (CAPT) 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:05 - Introduction 02:33 - Daniel's Background Story 05:04 - Cannabis And Tobacco 09:50 - The Calling Of The Medicine 11:38 - Different Strains Of Cannabis 15:22 - Cannabis-Assisted Therapy 20:07 - Plant Medicines Opening The Doors To The Soul 25:44 - Psychedelics Being An Immune-Response Of Gaia 30:27 - What Does It Mean To Wake Up? 32:58 - The Importance Of Group Processes 38:45 - The Gift Of Crisis 40:04 - Daniel's Programs And Offerings 43:46 - The Popularisation Of Becoming A Psychedelic Therapist 50:28 - Daniel's Integration Process 54:48 - Last Words Of Wisdom About Daniel: Daniel McQueen, MA, is a Psychedelic Specialist, Educator, and Author of the book, Psychedelic Cannabis: Therapeutic Methods and Unique Blends to Treat Trauma and Transform Consciousness. In 2012 he co-founded one of the first legal psychedelic plant medicine therapy clinics in the United States, the Center for Medicinal Mindfulness which is located in Boulder, Colorado and is currently celebrating its 10-year anniversary. The same year, Daniel also founded Psychedelic Sitters School, which continues to train students from around the world in Mindfulness-Based Psychedelic Therapy and Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy. Daniel's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1644113384/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J6A29YJ0Q1JFE6YWV60Z Connect With Daniel: Website: https://medicinalmindfulness.org/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/psychedelicdaniel-mcqueen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009678945406 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #DanielMcQueen #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 42: In this episode, we sit down with Antonio De Sousa to talk about his background story as well as discuss the inspiration behind his recent book "The Lockdown On Self Love" and so much more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:02 - Introduction 01:48 - Antonio's Background Story 05:53 - The Reason For Writing His Book 10:29 - Working With DMT 17:29 - Antonio's Breakthrough Moment 21:53 - Susan's Observations 23:23 - Recreational Vs Intentional Use 26:33 - Addiction Being A Coping Mechanism 33:27 - Antonio's Transformative Experience 39:00 - Use The Suffering To Work For Yourself 45:02 - Advice For Self-Work 51:17 - Outro About Antonio: Antonio is the author of The Lockdown On Self Love, a conscious frame of work inspired by his awakening through plant medicines that lead him to reverse engineer his life and deep self-inquiry. Antonio's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WQ17YHS https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09WQ17YHS Connect with Antonio: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antonio.desousa.10420 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AntonioDeSousa #PsychedelicPodcast

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 41: In this episode, we sit down with Joël Brierre from Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats to explore topics in the psychedelic world such as 5-MeO-DMT, harm reduction, integration etc. We also discuss his new project "F.I.V.E", the world's first 5-MeO-DMT educational platform and when it will be available to the public. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:28 - Introduction 04:32 - Joël's Background 08:45 - The Psychedelic Renassaince 15:40 - The Brighter The Light, The Deeper The Shadows 19:17 - What Is 5-MeO-DMT? 22:35 - Why Do People Seek This Experience? 24:47 - Why Am I Being Called To Serve This Medicine? 29:00 - The Retreat Container And Integration Process 35:13 - The 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform "F.I.V.E" 39:31 - Calling Out Misleading Companies 42:08 - Have People Died From This Medicine? 45:20 - Mystical Experiences 46:36 - The Breakthrough Moment 49:37 - Does Everyone Need A Transformative Experience? 50:53 - Integrating Without Consistent Use Of Psychedelics 54:00 - New Projects 55:00 - Joël's Last Words Of Wisdom 56:10 - Outro About Joël: Joel Brierre is the Founder and CEO of the psychedelic wellness companies Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats. Joel has been a pioneer in the modern psychedelic movement, specifically in the realm of 5-MeO-DMT and the Bufo Alvarius toad. His unique approach of applying classical non-dual yogic philosophy as geography for both preparation and integration from the entheogenic experience gained attention around the world at the first WBAC (World Bufo Alvarius Congress) and continues to shift the landscape of psychedelic use. Connect with Joël: https://kaivalyakollectiv.com/ https://tandavaretreats.com/ https://five-meo.education Thank you so much for joining us!  For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 40: In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Wueschner to learn about her background in the psychedelic space and later on discuss the current work she is doing with her partner Joël Brierre, forming the world's first 5-MeO-DMT educational platform "F.I.V.E". 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:03 - Introduction 01:51 - Victoria's Background Story 13:13 - Natural Vs Synthetic 5-MeO-DMT 17:30 - Individuals Seeking This Medicine 20:30 - The Calling Of The Medicine 22:40 - 5-MeO-DMT Being A Recent Medicine 24:51 - Ego Superiority/Spiritual Narcism 33:33 - Bringing Awareness To This Medicine 39:20 - The Importance Of Integration 44:06 - 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform 51:16 - Thoughts On Mike Tyson Using DMT 53:10 - Victoria's Advice For Taking 5-MeO-DMT 57:04 - The Screening Process 58:40 - The Experience Of 5-MeO-DMT 1:01:04 - The Process At Tandava Retreats 1:03:06 - Reactivations 1:07:27 - Last Words 1:08:25 - Outro About Victoria: Victoria’s first introduction into the world of healing was through plant medicine, she has been working with different psychedelic plant medicines over the span of a decade, with both indigenous and modern teachers. Deeply intrigued by Joseph Campbell's work, she studied the Hero’s Journey at length and later applied it as a geographical lens in her work to assist participants to effortlessly move into their own innermost workings. Victoria is the founder and president of Kaivalya’s education platform F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information and Vital Education). Connect with Victoria: Website: www.tandavaretreats.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/sacredsurrender F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information & Vital Education) Platform: https://five-meo.education Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #VictoriaWueschner

Welcome to Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 39: In this episode, we sit down with Greg Lake (co-founder of EntheoConnect) to discuss his recent work in 2022 as well as his latest book "The Law of Entheogenic Churches (Volume II)." Previous Interview with Greg: https://youtu.be/HQkciJYDnAE 00:00 - Fire Moment 00:53 - Introduction 02:22 - Greg's Current Mission 07:43 - Doctors Using Psychedelics 10:18 - Breaking The Stigma Of Churches 13:30 - Western Vs Plant Medicine 16:26 - Shedding Mind Programs 25:35 - Being Called To Psychedelics 28:22 - Greg's Second Book 33:26 - The Importance Of Group Settings 40:08 - Recreational Use Of Psychedelics 46:33 - Having The Right Intentions 52:27 - From Recreational To Intentional 1:00:23 - Becoming Better, Self Agency 1:04:30 - Greg's Transformative 2014 Story 1:07:09 - Susan's Approach To Healing 1:10:43 - Confrontational Encounter Groups 1:12:37 - Remaining Present, Showing Love 1:18:04 - Where To Find Greg's Book 1:23:34 - Greg's Last Words 1:24:44 - Outro About Greg: He is a trial and appellate attorney, entheogenic church lawyer, consultant, and author. Greg helps people with legitimizing their psychedelic practices by forming them a legal entity/church and helping them with their doctrine and internal documentation in order to maximize their protection. Connect with Greg: Website: http://EntheoConnect.com Email: george.lake@entheoconnect.com The Law of Entheogenic Churches (Volume II): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SL33168/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_apa_glt_i_H3V48G2CTXN1G2SQ71TA?linkCode=ml1&tag=aostark-20 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://anchor.fm/susan-guner. Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. www.facebook.com/groups/innerflo/ This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #GregLake

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 38: In this episode, we sit down with Rowan - the video editor of the Psychedelic Conversations channel - to discuss his journey, get insight into his knowledge and experiences of plant medicines, as well as touch on other topics such as addiction and more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 00:31 - Introduction 01:50 - Rowan's Background Story 03:35 - Creating The Podcast 06:00 - Thoughts On Psychedelics 15:39 - The Recreational Use Of Psychedelics 25:43 - Overcoming Addiction 32:41 - Educating The Parents 35:18 - Surrounding Yourself With The Right People 38:42 - Rowan's Reason For Transformation 43:26 - The Infinite Process Of Growth 46:47 - Rowan's Final Words 48:52 - Outro About Rowan: Rowan is the primary video editor for this channel and has been a passionate musician/music producer for over 10 years specializing in a variety of genres ranging from Hip-hop, Trance, Electronic Music, and more. This obsession with music lead him down the path of video production, filming music videos for local artists which later branched out to experimenting with motion graphics and ultimately working with clients all around the globe. Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 37: In this episode, we dive deep into Kerry's background story, discussing past traumas and PTSD. Throughout this interview, he also shares insight on his healing journey using plant medicines. 01:11 - Introduction 02:03 - Kerry's Background Story 03:27 - Healing Childhood Trauma 07:10 - Learning About Ayahuasca 11:52 - The Commercialization Of Psychedelics 21:00 - Kerry's First Transformative Experience 36:20 - Trying Other Plant Medicines 38:41 - The Biggest Outcome 47:07 - Being Content With The Journey 49:53 - Kerry's Plans For The Future 57:23 - Outro About Kerry: Kerry Devine is a former TV promotions producer, magazine feature writer, award-winning short filmmaker, and rock vocalist/performer. He enjoys traveling both internationally and as an overlanding/off-road enthusiast across the United States. He has left his former ambitions behind to write and publish his first book relating the story of his personal journey of healing past traumas through the sacred use of psychedelics. He grew up in Illinois and currently lives in Colorado with his wife and two boys. Connect with Kerry: Email: sacredpsych@outlook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kerryonward Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/sacredpsychedelicIFS/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 36: In this episode, we sit down with Dr. James Fadiman as he shares with us his wealth of knowledge regarding microdosing and gives us a unique insight into the fascinating world of psychedelics. 00:31 - Introduction 03:14 - Psychedelics In The '60s 05:38 - The Popularization Of Psychedelics 08:00 - The Benefits Of Microdosing 10:37 - Psychedelics In Silicon Valley 12:45 - The Practicality Of Microdosing 16:40 - Microdosing Being a "Smart Drug" 18:22 - The Placebo Effect 19:44 - Thoughts On Microdosing Being A Shortcut 22:32 - Exploring Psychedelics In Group Therapy 31:30 - Thoughts On The Future Of Psychedelics 36:15 - Fear Around Taking Psychedelics 37:40 - Paul Stamets "Stacking" Method 41:35 - The International Microdosing Association 45:02 - Microdosing Different Medicines 48:42 - James' Book "Your Symphony of Selves" 56:11 - The Problem With AA Meetings 59:54 - James' Plans For The Future 56:44 - Outro About James: James Fadiman, PhD. Author, lecturer, Senior Research Fellow, Sophia University, Palo Alto, California, Microdose researcher, research design consultant has been researching psychedelics since 1961 and the effects of microdosing since 2010. His book The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide: Safe, Therapeutic, and Sacred Journeys growing in popularity as the psychedelics making their way back into the mainstream. He is currently working on a new book about microdosing, the new frontier in Psychedelic use. Connect with James: Email: psychedelicsrsearch@gmail.com Website: https://www.jamesfadiman.com Website: https://sites.google.com/view/microdosingpsychedelics/home Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JamesFadiman #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #MicrodosingMushrooms #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 35: In this episode, we dive deep into Jenalle's background story and discuss her mission to help guide people with their transformational experiences, using her integration journal. 00:00 - Introduction 02:16 - Jenalle's Background Story 07:55 - Launching A Travel Journal On Kickstarter 11:25 - The Psychedelic Community In Canada 14:13 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 19:37 - Recreational Vs Intentional Use 23:49 - Starting In A Smaller Group Setting 26:26 - Jenalle's Role At "Third Wave" 30:22 - The Increasing Interest In Educational Courses 34:19 - Thoughts On Integrational Coaches 38:13 - Using A Physical Journal Over Technology 42:41 - The Integration Journal 47:14 - Jenalle's Plans For The Future 50:28 - Last Words Of Wisdom 55:55 - Outro Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/920110985/wakeful-travel-journals-support-your-transformation?ref=11tk44 About Jenalle: Jenalle Dion is a passionate creative who founded Wakeful Travel, the ceremony companion company, working with seekers, retreat centers, psychedelic clinics, and mindful product brands to provide tools that aid in transformation and self-exploration. Her journals help to reflect your own wisdom back to you, integrate profound experiences, and put a plan in place for lasting change. She is Head of Content at Third Wave, and when she’s not working in the space, she’s snowboarding in her backyard in British Columbia or adding to her houseplant obsession. Connect with Jenalle: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenalle-dion Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wakefultravel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakefultravel/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 34: In this episode, we discuss "Kratom" - a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family native to Southeast Asia. Daniel shares his personal experiences using Kratom and explains how it may benefit individuals who are on the road to recovery. 00:00 - Introduction 01:41 - "Kratom" And Its History 06:13 - The Opioid Epidemic 13:00 - Is Kratom Addictive? 16:47 - Daniel's Personal Recovery 22:22 - Becoming Vulnerable In Order To Grow 26:41 - Advising Individuals Wanting To Try Kratom 30:31 - Daniel's Thoughts On The Future Of Kratom 36:20 - The Exploitation Of Plant Medicines 39:33 - Daniel's Plans For The Future 42:00 - How To Source Kratom Safely 44:44 - Outro About Daniel: Daniel Torres is an expert in the field of alternative medicines for holistic health and wellbeing, devoted most of his life to building and supporting communities around recovering from addictions and healing from trauma. Connect with Daniel: https://www.facebook.com/TherapyBotanicals415 https://www.facebook.com/danielstherapybotanicals/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapybotanicals/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 33: In this episode, we discuss Dr. Ben Malcolm's background story and his passion to educate others on Psychedelic Pharmacology as well as the importance of tapering off SSRIs when using certain Psychedelic medicines. 00:00 - Introduction 01:25 - Ben's Background Story 10:18 - Why "Spirit Pharmacist" 14:40 - Psychedelic vs Pharmaceutical Drugs 25:40 - Tapering Off SSRIs 29:42 - Dangers Of Mixing Certain Substances 35:40 - Lithium 38:18 - Building Capacity 51:16 - Ben's Offerings At Spirit Pharmacist 57:00 - Mixing SSRIs With Ayahuasca 58:49 - Syrian Rue 01:00:30 - Understanding Psychedelic Pharmacology 01:04:44 - The Increased Interest In Psychedelic Assisted-Therapy 01:10:37 - Outro About Ben: Dr. Ben Malcolm earned his bachelor’s degree (BS) in pharmacology at the University of California at Santa Barbara, prior to his Masters in Public Health (MPH) and Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) at Touro University California. He then completed post-graduate residencies in Acute Care at Scripps Mercy Hospital and Psychiatric Pharmacy at the University of California at San Diego Health. After residency training, he began his career as an Academician at Western University of Health Sciences (WUHS), College of Pharmacy and obtained Board Certification in Psychiatric Pharmacy (BCPP). Currently, he provides psychopharmacology consulting services and a resource and support membership relating to the use of psychedelic and psychotropic medications at spiritpharmacist.com Dr. Malcolm envisions a society in which access to psychedelic drugs in a variety of safe and supported settings is available for purposes of psychospiritual well-being, personal development, ceremonial sacraments, and treatment of mental illness. His vision guides his scholarship, education, and service-related professional activity. Connect with Ben: Website: https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiritpharmacist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritpharmacist/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4e7bCKnnArHD91Rce-HWOQ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 32: In this episode, we deep-dive into Bonnie's story and discuss the dark side of psychedelics as well as her passion for helping individuals - seeking happiness - as an entheogenic guide. 00:00 - Introduction 01:17 - Bonnie's Story 06:45 - The Dark Side Of Psychedelics 09:22 - Part-Time Shamans 11:49 - Understanding The Dangers Of Spiritual Retreats 19:02 - Best Practices For Harm Reduction 26:30 - Observing Your Practitioners Energy 28:37 - Honouring The Diet Process "Dieta" 34:15 - The Integration Process 41:25 - Concerns On The Future Of Psychedelics 50:27 - The Importance Of Spiritual Maturity 54:05 - Companies Hiding The Mystical Side Of Psychedelics 56:55 - Bonnie's Future Projects 01:00:34 - Advice For Aspiring Practitioners 01:03:02 - Outro About Bonnie: Bonnie Divina Maa is a registered nurse, Shamanic practitioner and Entheogenic Guide helping individuals return to wholeness and connect with joy. Connect with Bonnie: Website: https://www.awakenascend.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonnie.stewart1 Thank you so much for joining us!  Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 31: In this episode, we deep-dive into Api's life story and discuss her mission working with children as an occupational therapist, as well as her ceremonial work involving music. 00:00 - Introduction 01:24 - Api's Story 05:40 - Working With Special Needs Children 12:50 - Integrating Music With Occupational Therapy 14:32 - Connecting With Music 17:10 - Why Are People Scared Of Singing? 23:26 - Music Is Medicine 25:37 - How Psychedelics Influenced Api's Journey 30:56 - Vibrational Frequencies All Around Us 32:46 - Tribal Experiences With Music 35:22 - How The Pandemic Has Affected People 38:21 - Transitioning Into Ceremonial Work With Music 40:01 - The Art Of Being In The Present 43:08 - How The Pandemic Could Affect The School System 45:33 - Api's Thoughts On The Future 59:07 - Outro About Api: Api Ascaso is a ceremonial musician and occupational therapist for children, navigating both spaces with wit and grace bringing forth a new understanding of the transition process to becoming a better human for the world and for ourselves. Connect with Api: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/iNhL9iVyP5gJVxaJ9 Instagram: https://instagram.com/apilarre?utm_medium=copy_link Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 30: In this episode, we discuss Kayse's story and her mission to promote microdosing for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. 00:00 - Introduction 02:01 - Kayse's Story 03:45 - Coming Into The Healing Arts 08:05 - Why "Group Settings" Are Important 12:05 - Microdosing Not Being A Magic Pill 15:03 - Managing People's Expectations 20:50 - Shifting Your Perspective 24:14 - Not Being Able To Track Spiritual Development 28:47 - Kayse's Thoughts On The Future Of Psychedelics 32:18 - Being Called To Plant Medicines 35:21 - How Do I Trust / Surrender? 38:28 - Is Microdosing A New Frontier In Psychedelic Use? 41:35 - The Integration Of Psychedelics In The US 45:40 - What Can We Do As Individuals? 47:12 - Rick Doblin's "Coming Out" Party 48:09 - The Youth Influencing A Psychedelic Renaissance 52:19 - Creators Doing The Plant Medicines Work 56:07 - Kayse's Last Words 57:23 - Kayse's Offerings 01:00:18 - Outro About Kayse: Kayse is a healing artist based in Northern California. She is an author, studio founder and a passionate advocate for nature-based therapies and healing. She especially loves working with beginners & individuals new to the plant medicine path, and guides a nationwide & growing community of individuals practicing microdosing for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Connect with Kayse: Website: https://www.microdosingforhealing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaysegehret Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaysegehret Thank you so much for joining us!  Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 29: In this episode, we discuss Laurie's mission at "Awakn Life Sciences" to treat drug addiction by the means of assisted psychedelic therapy. 00:00 - Introduction 02:28 - Laurie's Background 06:37 - Understanding Trauma When Working With Psychedelics 10:20 - The Difficulties Of Being Lead By A Therapist 12:45 - Learning To Trust The Process 15:40 - Preparing Others To Trust Their Process 18:33 - Laurie's Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 22:20 - The UK National Health Service 24:49 - Not Relying 100% On Psychedelic Treatment 26:23 - Psychedelics Treatment in the US vs the UK 31:00 - Psychedelics Being Accessible In The UK 34:35 - The Stigma Of Using Psychedelics As A Treatment 38:43 - Laurie's Future Projects At "Awakn Life Sciences" 42:54 - Outro About Laurie: Dr. Laurie Higbed is an experienced clinical psychologist, has worked as a lead therapist on clinical trials using MDMA and psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy and has a special interest in working with complex trauma, addictions and the use of psychedelic therapy to treat a range of mental health difficulties. She is also the lead psychologist at Awaken Life Sciences  Awakn Life Sciences is a publicly-traded (NEO: AWKN) (OTCQB: AWKNF) biotechnology company with clinical operations; researching, developing, and delivering psychedelic medicine to better treat Addiction. Awakn’s team consists of world-leading chemists, scientists, psychiatrists, and psychologists who are developing and advancing the next generation of psychedelic drugs, therapies, and enabling technologies to treat Addiction. Awakn will also deliver evidence-backed psychedelic therapies for Addiction in clinics in the UK and Europe and through licensing partnerships globally. Connect with Laurie: Twitter: https://twitter.com/laurieolivia2?s=21 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awakn_ls Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/AwaknLifeSciences Website: https://awaknlifesciences.com/dr-laurie-higbed Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 28: In this episode we discuss our "21 Day Meditation Challenge" and why it was created, the benefits of fasting and how to slowly implement it into your life, Darren's drug addiction and how he overcame it, trying Ayahuasca for the first time at Soul Quest, the psychedelic renaissance, reconnecting back with our inner soul through plant medicines, the benefits of experiencing the medicine in a ceremony surrounded by like-minded people, trauma-healing being an infinite process and not something one can achieve in a short period of time, the most difficult thing Darren had to deal with in his plant medicine journey, being open to receiving therapy, the patient process of recovery, Darren's plans for the future and so much more. About Darren: Darren Roberts is the founder of the Ayahuasca Integration and Sacred Vine Tribe group. After recovering from his addiction he became a plant medicine advocate, community builder, facilitator and supporter of those who are on their healing journey. Connect with Darren: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1946657132302878/?ref=share Instagram: https://instagram.com/sacredvinetribe?utm_medium=copy_link| Thank you so much for joining us!  Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 27: In this episode we deep dive into Inin Nini's story of growing up in Latvia, how she discovered plant medicines, attending her first ceremony, taking a leap of faith to learn more about plant medicines in Peru, having a calling from the universe and trusting the process. The dangers of not understanding nor respecting the true tradition of these medicines before taking them, why some individuals have an "ego-inflating" experience when taking psychedelics, the importance of going into a ceremony with the utmost respect and honor for the plant medicines and facilitator. Inin Nini's fascinating thoughts on the dream world, the synchronicities between dreams and everyday experiences, writing down your dreams in a "dream book" to find meaning and symbolism,  how her book "The Thirteen Dreamers" came about as well as her second book "Numinous". Connecting with the sacred Nordic plants, "Mugwort" and the beautiful message it represents, why it is important to initiate feminine energy, balancing the divine feminine and masculine energies in order for the world to blossom, Inin Nini's sacred marriage ceremonies, her plans for the future and so much more! About Inin Nini: Inin Nini is a Plant Mystic, Soul Guide, Medicine Woman, storyteller, author of Brinumskais (Numinous) and the Priestess at Inin Nini Sacred Marriage Ceremonies. Connect with Inin Nini: Website: https://www.plantmystic.com/ Facebook Pages: https://m.facebook.com/moonlight.tribe/ https://m.facebook.com/brinumskaistabyininnini/ https://www.facebook.com/sacredmarriageceremonies/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens