Medicine With The Medals

In this enlightening episode of Medicine With The Medals, hosts Mark and Michelle welcome Acacea Lewis, a researcher, teacher, and expert in entheogenic anthropology. With a background in mushroom exploration, cultural anthropology, and spiritual philosophy, Acacea shares her deep insights into the sacred use of psychedelics, indigenous traditions, and the role of entheogens in self-discovery and...

Nicholas LaSalle’s journey is one of survival, transformation, and profound self-discovery. At just 24, he has lived through experiences that many never face in a lifetime. As a two-time cancer survivor, he has grappled with life’s deepest uncertainties, seeking meaning and healing in ways that go beyond traditional medicine. His path led him to psychedelics, where he found not just relief from tr...

Spiritual Sovereignty: it's the idea that we are each free to find and choose our own spiritual path. But is sovereignty a possibility when the tools for spiritual enlightenment are stigmatized and even criminalized? And is it really ethical to start a business centered around helping others to spiritual awareness? In this transformative episode of Medicine With The Medals , we sit down with S...

After a tragic accident that took the lives of his wife and unborn child, Michael Griswold found himself spiraling into despair, struggling to make sense of his pain. Through an unexpected encounter with LSD and psilocybin mushrooms , he experienced a profound shift in perception—one that freed him from guilt, redefined his understanding of suffering , and led him to a new mission: helping others...

If there was ever a shaman to bridge western culture with the Amazon, it's Matthew Toussaint. In this eye-opening episode of Medicine With The Medals, Michelle and Mark sit down with Matt, the Managing Director at Casa del Maestro, a renowned retreat center in Peru. Matt shares his profound journey from an anthropology background in upstate New York to becoming a student of plant spirit medici...

In this episode of My Psychedelic Story , neuroscientist Manesh Girn takes us on his journey from discovering meditation as a teenager to becoming a leading researcher in the neuroscience of psychedelics. Manesh shares how a psilocybin experience at 17 opened his mind to the malleability of perception, sparking his fascination with the brain and human consciousness. He explains his groundbreaking...

In episode 55 of Medicine with the Medals , Michele welcomes Jennifer Chesak, author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women . Jennifer shares her journey into the world of psilocybin, blending her expertise in women's health and psychedelics to uncover how psilocybin uniquely interacts with the female body. Together, they discuss the importance of understanding hormonal cycles, the need for women-sp...

How can we responsibly reconnect with the ancient wisdom of psychedelic plants while navigating the complexities of modern policy and cultural perceptions? In episode 54 of Medicine With The Medals, Mark & Michele welcome Larry Norris , co-founder of Decriminalize Nature, as he unpacks the movement to decriminalize entheogenic plants and mushrooms. Larry not only shares his insights into the t...

It's not every day that a retired international fashion model becomes a medicine woman, shamanic teacher, and founder of Tribu Spirit. But that's the story of Shaundra Hyre, In this episode, Shaundra shares her inspiring journey from the fast-paced world of modeling to a life dedicated to spiritual healing and plant medicine. Shaundra shares an intimate story of how a personal crisis led her to th...

In this illuminating episode, Dr. Shelly Persad, the "Cannabis Chiropractor," shares her transformative journey from burnout to deep healing. Dr. Persad discusses her groundbreaking work with cannabis as a sacred medicine, its reactivation through Bufo (5-MeO-DMT), and the profound connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Learn how she developed somatic practices that integrate cannabis and...

In this fascinating discussion, Shiri Godasi, a shamanic psychedelic therapist and harm reduction expert, joins Mark & Michele to explore the transformative potential of psychedelics and the critical role of integration in healing journeys. Drawing on over a decade of experience, Sheree delves into the importance of preparation, community support, and personalized strategies for long-term chan...

In this transformative episode of Medicine with the Medals, we welcome Alex Shafer, a Life Advancement Coach specializing in psychedelic healing, sound therapy, and ancient spiritual traditions. Alex guides us through his unique approach to mental wellness and spiritual awakening, blending plant medicine practices like ayahuasca and psilocybin with modern coaching techniques. Learn how he helps in...

In this episode, we sit down with Ixchel, a spiritual midwife, community builder, and steward of Yacumama, an eco-village in Costa Rica. Ixchel shares her journey with plant medicine, the principles that guide Yacumama, and how she creates immersive experiences that help people return to their true essence, align with their purpose, and live in sacred reciprocity with the Earth. Join us as we expl...

Join us in Episode 23 of "Medicine with the Medals" as we explore the transformative power of plant medicine with Ima. Learn how ancient wisdom and modern leadership can converge to create profound personal and organizational change. Ima shares insights on integrating wisdom traditions into business practices, the significance of the Eagle and Condor prophecy, and his vision of transform...

In Episode 22 of the "Medicine with the Medals" podcast, we delve into the transformative world of psychedelic therapy with special guests Garyth and Blair Moxey. As leading advocates in the field of entheogen provision and harm reduction, the Moxeys share their profound insights and experiences using plant medicines like Ibogaine, 5-MeO-DMT, and Psilocybin to treat substance use disorde...

Join us in this enlightening episode of "Medicine with the Medals" as we dive deep into the world of plant medicines with Dr. Bia Labate, a queer Brazilian anthropologist and leading expert in the field. Dr. Labate, Executive Director of the Chacruna Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines, shares her unique insights and extensive knowledge on the transformative power of these natural...

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