Mycopreneur

Holistic Veterinarian and pioneer in the functional mushroom for pets supplement market Doc Rob Silver of Real Mushrooms joins us again on the Mycopreneur Podcast to discuss his ongoing research to craft safe and efficacious mushroom supplements for pets. We discuss his preliminary research into setting up a pilot study for dogs microdosing psilocybin mushrooms, as well as emerging research into t...

Mattha Busby is a prolific drug journalist focusing on psychedelic culture and policy, the international politics of the Drug War, and other fascinating topics for such esteemed publications as Rolling Stone, Wired, Vice, and numerous other platforms. He joins me on the Mycopreneur podcast today to discuss the role of Cocaine in the Drug War and the prospects for legalizing and regulating the subs...

Andy Sudbrock of Sacred Path Retreats joins me on the podcast today to discuss our upcoming Laughter Is Medicine psilocybin mushroom retreat in Jamaica that we're co-hosting at the spectacular Coral Cove Wellness Resort March 15-20 with an afterparty March 20-22. This retreat is explicitly focused on fun and joy with the assistance of psilocybin mushrooms and a tropical paradise setting: Stand up...

Ted Anderson is the Co-founder of African Rising initiative , a 501(c)(3) non-profit designed to empower African communities through education, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and self-sufficiency skills. We recorded this episode live in Hoima, Uganda at the Eco-Agric Mushroom Training Center as part of the Third Annual African Rising Mushroom Festival in November, 2025. Thanks for l...

Soren Shade is a drug researcher known for producing Hamilton's Pharmacopeia on Vice and as the Founder of Kratom leaf tea company Top Tree Herbs . We discuss the evolution of drug markets and policy with a long-view approach beginning in the 1870's and on through today's rapidly shifting drug legislation frameworks globally. Please rate and review this episode wherever you're listening ( : Hosted...

PsyDAO is a Decentralized Autonomous Community that is funding decentralized psychedelic science and fast-tracking the careers of emergent researchers by investing in their work across multiple early career fellowship projects. Tyler Quigley and Brittney Scott join me today to discuss the function of a DAO, the work they're funding, and how PsyDAO is decoupling psychedelic science and research fro...

Erik Lomen is the Founder of Maine Cap N' Stem and the host of MycoWizards podcast. He joins us on Mycopreneur Podcast today to discuss the evolution of the company and the mushroom industry in the United States at large while sharing practical insights and intel on running and scaling an independent mycology outfit with years of experience to their name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Dillan DiNardo, Co-Founder and CEO of Mindstate Design Labs , returns to the Mycopreneur Podcast to share updates on the companies progress as a clinical-stage AI neuroengineering platform and drug development outfit. We explore how Mindstate Design is leveraging artificial intelligence in their drug development process, discuss the origins of the company and it's connection to legendary drug chem...

Lee Carroll is the Lead Medical Herbalist at Real Mushrooms and returns to the Mycopreneur Podcast to share updates on his research and journey deeper into the history of traditional mushroom use as well as the modern science to substantiate functional mushroom claims. We discuss mushrooms for longevity, Reishi for heart health, the connection between primates and mushrooms, ways to prevent cognit...

Robert Lattig of Healing Herbals returns to the Mycopreneur Podcast to discuss the rise of the Kanna supplement market alongside Amanita muscaria mushrooms, Jamaican Dogwood and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McConchie is the Founder of Haight Street Shroom Shoppe and started cultivating mushrooms years ago to provide access for his wife as she underwent Chemotherapy - today, he stands as one of the most respected and venerable mushroom entrepreneurs in the San Francisco area and beyond. He joins us today to share lessons from 5 years of running the Haight Street Shroom Shoppe, mushroom culture i...

Joshua White of Fireside Project joins us today to share insights about their innovative new " TripCheck " service. TripCheck fills a crucial gap between preparation and real-time crisis support, offering planned wellness check-ins that can prevent challenges from escalating. We also learn about how Josh found his way into building Fireside Project, the culture of psychedelic use in contemporary s...

Author and journalist Joe Dolce joins us today to dive into his new book Modern Psychedelics . This book offers an expansive and high-level view of psychedelics as they exist in today's world, and we dive into a number of rich subjects on the podcast today ranging from the creative impetus facilitated by non-ordinary states of consciousness to drug policy reform initiatives to the cultural milieu...

Eric Puro is the CEO of KÄÄPÄ Biotech , the leading functional mushroom company in Europe based out of Finland. He joins us again on the Mycopreneur Podcast to discuss the release of their new white paper titled " Beyond Beta Glucans: Why the Future of Functional Mushrooms Depends on Bioactive Standards" which was released yesterday. Their research posits that the functional mushroom industry must...

This episode unwraps the story behind Mycoday functional mushroom chocolate, the first Consumer Packaged Goods company spun out of the Mycopreneur network. We discuss the origins of the company, growing pains, triumphs, and insights from the front lines of building a premium functional mushroom chocolate product. Please rate and review this episode wherever you're listening ( : Hosted on Acast. Se...

Kevin Bourke is one of the leading pioneers in the legal psilocybin mushroom industry globally. As the Co-Founder of Rose Hill Life Sciences and Patoo , Kevin sits at the vanguard of the world's first legal psilocybin mushroom industry. We learn about the mushroom culture on the island, the indigenous groups of Jamaica, the outsized influence the island nation has across the Caribbean and globally...

Internationally published photographer, fashion industry entrepreneur and music industry professional Edward Crowe returns to the Mycopreneur podcast to dive into into his dynamic world of entrepreneurial ventures and the role that high dose mushroom ceremonies play in shaping his vision. We spotlight his recently launched cigar brand Murder Cigars and explore the stories behind his multiple ventu...

Today we're joined by leading Psilocybin and Psychedelic Law attorney Robert Rush of Rights and Reason Project . We discuss DOI and DOC, the potential rescheduling of Psilocybin from Schedule 1 to Schedule 2 under the Controlled Substances Act, psychedelic churches, the limits of decriminalization, the potential prohibition of 7-OH, and more. Please rate and review this episode wherever you're lis...

Dr. Nibodhi joins us today on the Mycopreneur Podcast to discuss natural approaches to optimal health and managing modern life as a high performing individual. He shares his strategies for engaging with triggers in every day life, tuning in to the wisdom of nature, and taking care of the body and mind in a holistic way with a little help from our mushroom allies. This episode is brought to you by...

JoJo Simmons is an internationally renowned entertainer and entrepreneur who joins us today to talk about his creative studio 3 is FOR and his advocacy work for social justice in the cannabis space with Last Prisoner Project - Shout out to Mycroboost mushrooms for sponsoring this episode. Please rate and review wherever you're listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Kevin Spelman joins us today to discuss the scientific basis for natural healing, providing insights gleaned throughout his multiple decade long career at the forefront of the botanical research and development sector. We discuss psilocybin mushrooms, functional mushrooms, cannabis, brain chemistry, extraction methods, and more. This episode is brought to you by Real Mushrooms . Please rate an...

KK from Flora Funga podcast joins us today to talk about her growing mushroom and plant media empire and the magic lichens you didn't know existed. Rate and review this episode wherever you're listening ( : Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Basidium Equilibrium is a boutique purveyor of mushroom genetics and laboratory equipment with over a decade of experience with mushroom cultivation and the myco craft. He joins us today to talk about his journey to becoming one of the most reputable genetics vendors in the game, laboratory workflow, and best practices for running a lean and tight mushroom operation. Please rate and review this ep...

Spore Daddy is a mycopreneur based on the East Coast of the U.S. who just last week quit his 9-5 job to focus on mushroom entrepreneurship full-time. Today we discuss his mushroom cultivation and entrepreneurship journey, the "Grow-off" he's currently in with the Mexican Mycologist on TikTok, and the opportunity to be on the frontlines of the mushroom boom in his region. Please rate and review thi...

Gabe Hardie is a psychonaut content creator and the marketing director for Minnesota Nice Ethnobotanicals , the leading importer of Amanita muscaria mushrooms in the United States. Amanita muscaria remain 100% legal in the United States - except for Louisiana - and thanks to the work of Minnesota Nice and others, they are being embraced at scale by a culture that long misunderstood them and avoide...