Conscious Physician: Medicine & Psychedelics

Welcome back Dr. Larry Leeman! As you may remember from his last episode, Dr. Leeman and his colleagues launched a first-of-its-kind pilot study to explore whether a regimen of trauma-focused therapy coupled with doses of MDMA – popularly known as ecstasy or molly – can help new mothers permanently overcome their drug dependency. In this episode, we dive into the latest developments of this ground...

In this episode, we have an enlightening conversation with Dr. Christine Gibson, a family physician based in Calgary, CA, who has expanded her practice to include trauma therapy. Dr. Gibson is the author of "The Modern Trauma Toolkit," a highly accessible book that provides practical tools for understanding and healing from trauma. Her extensive international experience, including surviv...

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of healthcare professional and executive coach, your host, Dr. Lida Fatemi. This episode dissects Dr. Fatemi's recent book publishing of her Conscious Physician Method — Life Practices + Psilocybin. (Linked Below). Since its inception, the Conscious Physician Method has empowered numerous individuals to rediscover joy, prevent burno...

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Danny Motkya, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Psygen, to explore the fascinating intersection of psychedelics, mental health, and personal growth. Danny shares his journey into the world of psychedelic medicine, which began with his father's terminal brain cancer diagnosis and his transformative experiences with mushrooms and LSD. We dive...

Join us as we explore the profound journey of Brandon Evans, CEO and co-founder of 1Heart, a conscious start-up studio. Brandon's story is one of chasing financial success, achieving it, and then realizing that something crucial was missing. Having built two $100 million companies, Brandon found himself waking up one day feeling lost despite his achievements. This pivotal moment marked the beg...

In this week's episode, we embark on an illuminating journey into the world of functional mushrooms with Stephanie Moyal and Jake Mellman, the dynamic duo and co-founders of TROOP, a visionary functional mushroom gummy company. Join us as we explore the symbiotic relationship between the mycelial network and our consciousness, uncovering the profound parallels between our brains, our lives, an...

Welcome to Conscious Physician Mecidince + Psychedelics Podcast, where we believe YOU are the best caretaker of your well-being. Join us in welcoming the incredible Jose Maresma to the mic this week. With over 35 years of experience as a clinical exercise physiologist, Jose Maresma dives deep into the realms of physical and mental performance, guiding listeners on a journey to maximize their poten...

Step into the mindset of an Olympian as we sit down with the incredible Josh Kerr, a true embodiment of devotion, teamwork, self-reliance, and discipline. In this gripping podcast episode, we delve into the profound teachings of cold plunging and how it serves as a powerful mentor for facing the ultimate start line. Discover how Josh Kerr practices regulating his mindset, acknowledging that the jo...

Join us on a transformative journey as we delve into the extraordinary life of Dr. Robinson, a trailblazer in the realm of self-discovery and healing. From a dysfunctional childhood to becoming a certified hypnotist at the age of 13, Dr. Robinson's story is one of resilience and exploration. By 16, he ventured into the realms of MDMA, LSD, and other substances, not for escapism but as a genuin...

Join us in welcoming the brilliant Audrey Wells, MD: board-certified sleep medicine practitioner, expert sleep coach, and board-certified obesity medicine practitioner.  In this enlightening conversation, we explore the following: Are sleep issues a self-relationship issues? The consciousness involved in sleep. How does the sleep expert sleep? Sleep as THE foundation to well-being.  How juxtaposed...

Welcome the radiant Maggie Kang, MD. “While My Life Was Already On A Steady Course Toward Burnout, A Major Curve Ball Was Thrown My Way.” When Dr. Kang’s nine-year-old daughter was admitted to the intensive care unit and diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease, her life changed. Processing her daughter's diagnosis and helping her survive a lengthy hospital stay was hard enough.  Supporting he...

M+P family, join us for a remarkable conversation with James Davis, the founder of Bay Staters for Natural Medicine: a grassroots group that has worked with 6 cities to end arrests for possessions, sharing, and growing psilocybin mushrooms and related plants. They also offer a facilitator network where they train individuals in HOW to be peer trip sitters for one another and host mushroom forages...

Sweet listener, join us in welcoming the radiant Henry Winslow!  He founded Tricycle Day, a free newsletter bringing you the top stories across psychedelic research, policy, and business. It's informative and, just as important, fun to read. (LINK BELOW) Right out of the podcast gates, Henry shares these golden words: “And next thing you know, I’m in a bufo alvarius ceremony, smoking toad veno...

Oh sweetest listener, welcome to a truly gorgeous episode.  Amidst deeply heart-centered conversation, Dr. Noshene Ranjbar leads us through three embodiment exercises to collectively coax our nervous systems into regulation.  Dr. Noshene Ranjbar is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson, Department of Psychiatry and Director of the Integrativ...

“We will be integrating this life until we leave this life.” Larry Norris, PhD is the co-founder of Decriminalize Nature, which began in Oakland, CA in 2019 and has sprouted across the US. DN-related policy has now passed in seven cities nationwide with at least three more cities looking to pass before the end of the year. He is also the co-founder of Entheogenic Research Integration and Education...

Welcome to another beautiful conversation spotlighting the nexus between Western medicine and integrative/plant medicine. This week we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Laila Contractor, an integrative psychiatrist based in Irvine, CA. In October of 2019 through a health crisis of her own, Dr. Laila fell into the world of herbalism and integrative healthcare, which greatly pivoted her life’s work.  I...

This week, we welcome the remarkable soul, Dr. Kendra Campbell, for a beautiful conversation centering the world of psychiatry and the shadow it casts.  “I can’t keep prescribing these drugs to people who aren’t getting any better and I’m not offering them any reason to get better because the drugs aren’t actually treating anything.” Dr. Campbell is the creator of Free Range Psychiatry, where she...

Larry Norris, PhD is the co-founder of Decriminalize Nature, which began in Oakland, CA in 2019 and has sprouted across the US. DN-related policy has now passed in seven cities nationwide with at least three more cities looking to pass before the end of the year. He is also the co-founder of Entheogenic Research Integration and Education (ERIE), a nonprofit organization that offers education and i...

This week we're joined by Avishag Fittoussi - a remarkable Israeli-based yogi, herbalist, and aromatherapist. With passion, Avi shares: - Natural medicine works if you believe in it.  - How to properly store and use your essential oils  - Taking herbs/aroma because it profoundly aligns with your brain and body. NOT simply for the sake of taking it. - Renewing intentions with our plant allies....

Today's conversation is with the remarkable, Dr. Katherine Lawson. Dr. Katherine Lawson is an Integrative Mental Health Specialist, a certified Embodied Imagination® practitioner, consultant, psycho-spiritual counselor, and an international speaker. She has spent nearly two decades examining the intersections between healing, dreaming, mysticism, and psychedelics. As a BIPOC woman, cancer surv...

Welcome back Dr. Larry Leeman! Leeman and his colleagues are launching a first-of-its-kind pilot study to see whether a regimen of trauma-focused therapy coupled with doses of MDMA – popularly known as ecstasy or molly – can help new mothers permanently overcome their drug dependency.   Please donate to support the first-ever MDMA-assisted therapy study for people with co-occurring opioid use and...

In this episode we drop in with Nissim Malul, the creator of Native Mystic: a divinely and deeply intentional supplement line that activates ancient alchemy for a modern era.  For more info, check out: https://www.nativemystic.com/ Nissim’s playful heart and big belly laughs carry us through conversation around: Revering + respecting plants as teachers and guides.  A snippet of Nissim’s epic life...

Today's conversation is an INVOCATION OF EVOLUTION directed at MEDICINE. Two epic physicians, your host Dr. Lida Fatemi and special guest Dr. Nicole King, dismantle their field's SLOW progress. Together they question: - Where did the health in healthcare go? - Dr. King shares her military background and the powerful observation that progress is found more readily in our armed forces than i...

Brent Pella is a stand-up comedian, digital content creator, and current cast member on MTV’s Wild ’N Out. Brent’s comedy sketches, celebrity impressions, and parody music videos have gained more than 200 million views online and have been featured on MTV, Funny or Die, BroBible, Worldstar HipHop and more. Brent is best known for his finely tuned topical comedy and political satire that takes aim...

Welcome Dr. Gary Shlifer, Dr. Fatemi’s longtime friend, and fellow Internal Medicine Physician. This episode is rich. We explore: How to eat like a human Unlearning our societally conditioned nutrition ideals Lida and Gary’s shared burning man LSD experience Leaning into the uncomfortable The properties/characteristics of MDMA, Psilocybin, Ketamine, and LSD Connect with Dr. Gary: Dr. Shlifer’s Pod...