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In this episode of Psychedelics Today, we welcome Jeff Breau from Harvard Divinity School’s Center for the Study of World Religions. Together, we explore how psychedelics and religion are coming together in new and important ways. Jeff shares his firsthand insights from researching modern psychedelic churches. He explains why harm reduction is so important in […] The post Jeff Breau –...

In this episode, Joe Moore sits down with Paul Gillis-Smith from The Center for the Study of World Religions to discuss a range of fascinating topics. They begin by discussing the Harvard Divinity School and the CSWR’s mission and history. The conversation delves into the work and legacy of Lisa Bieberman, a pivotal figure in […] The post Paul Gillis-Smith – Psychedelics, Religion &#03...

In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore speaks with Dr. Simon Ruffell, a psychiatrist from London who is also training in the Shipibo healing tradition of the Peruvian Amazon. After working in psychiatry for years, Dr. Ruffell began to feel frustrated with the limits of modern treatments. As a result, he turned to plant […] The post Dr Simon Ruffell – Other Ways of Knowing app...

Aspen Psychedelic Symposium 2024 – Hosted by Kevin Franciotti This panel explores the healing power of Ibogaine, a powerful plant medicine used for addiction recovery and spiritual growth. Moderator Kevin Franciotti leads a thoughtful conversation with Talia Eisenberg, Tom Feegel, and Dr. Lola “Dr. O” Hoba. Together, they cover personal healing, clinical safety, and the […] The post Ibogaine...

A panel discussion with Jim Harris, Rachel Zoeller, DPT, David W. McMillan, Ph. D., and Manesh Girn, Ph. D.Recorded live at the Aspen Psychedelic Symposium In this riveting and deeply personal conversation, moderator Jim Harris is joined by three pioneers at the intersection of neuroscience, psychedelics, and disability: Dr. Rachel Zoeller (Doctor of Physical Therapy and spinal […] The post...

In this special panel, Joe Moore from Psychedelics Today is joined by Sandor Iron Rope and Zach Leary. Sandor is a Lakota spiritual leader and peyote practitioner. Meanwhile, Zach is a writer and advocate for psychedelic culture. Together, they explore why it is essential to respect the roots of psychedelics and plant medicines. Sandor shares […] The post <strong>Understanding Our Root...

This podcast comes from the Aspen Psychedelic Symposium from last summer. It features Diane Goldstein who is the executive director of Law Enforcement Action Partnership, Sarko Gergerian a police officer from Winthrop, Mass and Rick Doblin from MAPS. This panel was introduced by Zach Leary and was a highlight of our trip to Aspen’s conference […] The post Diane Goldstein, Sarko Gergeri...

In this special Bicycle Day episode, Joe Moore and Kyle Buller sit down in person with author and podcaster Zach Leary to discuss his new book, Your Extraordinary Mind: Psychedelics in the 21st Century and How to Use Them. The conversation covers a wide range of timely and thought-provoking topics, including psychedelic overuse, spiritual emergencies, […] The post Zach Leary – Your Ext...

In this episode, Joe Moore welcomes LP Giobbi, an internationally famous DJ, electronic music producer, and jazz pianist. LP shares the story behind Dead House, her project blending Grateful Dead samples with house music. What started as a tribute to her parents during pandemic live streams has become a celebrated musical movement. Joe and LP explore […] The post <strong>LP Giobbi...

In this episode, Kyle Buller speaks with Kayse Geheret, founder of Microdosing for Healing and instructor for Psychedelics Today’s Vital program. They explore what it means to be a modern guide in the world of psychedelics. Kayse shares how microdosing has become a key entry point for many and highlights the importance of training, community, […] The post Kayse Gehret – The Modern Guid...

Joe Moore sits down with UK-based artist Harry Pack, whose vibrant, surreal, and often psychedelic art has captured the attention of dreamers, psychonauts, and seekers worldwide. Known for channeling the aesthetic of altered states rather than simply replicating them, Harry discusses his journey from childhood doodles to being a full-time artist working digitally in Procreate. […] The post H...

In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with South African ethnobotanist and healer Jean-François Sobiecki to explore the rich and largely underrecognized world of African psychoactive plants. With over two decades of fieldwork and research, Jean-François sheds light on the traditional use of these plants in healing, divination, and spiritual practices across […] The post...

In this inspiring and far-reaching conversation, Joe Moore is joined by Vince Kadlubek, the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Meow Wolf, the groundbreaking arts and entertainment company known for its massive, immersive art experiences. Together, they dive deep into Meow Wolf’s humble DIY origins, its evolution into a multi-city creative juggernaut, and how it […] The post Vince Kadlube...

In this episode, Joe interviews Fayzan Rab, an MD candidate (when we recorded) at Emory University with a background in tech at Google and a focus on the intersection of psychedelics, spirituality, and public health. Fayzan shares Emory’s unique approach to psychedelic studies, emphasizing spiritual health and the lived religious and existential aspects of psychedelic […] The post Fayzan Rab...

In this powerful episode of Psychedelics Today, we sit down with the team behind Natural Medicine Alaska to discuss their groundbreaking efforts to bring psychedelic reform to the state. With some of the highest rates of depression, suicide, and substance use disorders in the nation, Alaska stands at a pivotal moment in the movement for […] The post Natural Medicine Alaska appeared first on...

Joe Moore sits down with Erica Siegal, founder of Nest Harm Reduction and Shine Collective, for a deep conversation on psychedelic harm reduction, ethical facilitation, and the evolving psychedelic landscape. Erica shares her journey from the Grateful Dead lot scene to festival harm reduction, social work, and leading initiatives to support survivors of psychedelic-related harm. […] The post...

In this episode, Joe Moore sits down with Neal Markey, CEO of Beckley Retreats, to explore the transformative power of psychedelic retreats. Neal shares his personal journey from Army Ranger to consultant to leading one of the most respected psychedelic retreat organizations, detailing how meditation and psychedelic therapy helped him heal from trauma. The conversation […] The post Neil Mark...

In this episode, Joe Moore of Psychedelics Today sits down with Paul Austin, founder of The Third Wave, to dive deep into the evolution of microdosing and its growing role in psychedelic culture. Paul shares how his journey with microdosing LSD led him to launch The Third Wave in 2015 to make psychedelics more accessible […] The post Microdosing, Psychedelic Science, and the Future of Mental...

In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore sits down with Louis Dorian, the visionary behind Psychedelist, a groundbreaking global platform designed to support the emerging psychedelic movement. Described as a “cyber city” for all things psychedelic, Psychedelist connects individuals with treatment providers, educators, facilitators, legal experts, and even vetted product vendors in an effor...

Psychedelic research is growing rapidly, but how do we help regions in active conflict? In this episode of Psychedelics Today, Joe Moore is joined by Neeka Levy and Zach Skiles of Heal Ukraine Trauma, a nonprofit bringing psychedelic-assisted therapy to veterans and civilians affected by war. They discuss the organization’s origins, the impact of intergenerational […] The post Neeka Levy and...

Psychedelic research is growing rapidly, but how do we study something as subjective as a mystical experience? In this episode, Joe interviews Josh Lipson, a Ph. D. candidate in clinical psychology at Columbia University, whose research explores the relationship between psychedelics, mystical experiences, and mental health. He discusses the complexities of studying psychedelics in real-world setti...

More and more people are looking to have psychedelic experiences every day, but what do you do if you don’t know who to go to – if you don’t have that in-the-know friend that so many of us had? How do you find the right facilitator? In this episode, Joe interviews Nico and Susan Simon: […] The post How Do You Find the Right Facilitator? The Art of Matchmaking in Psychedelic...

In this episode, Joe interviews renowned chemist, filmmaker, and journalist, Hamilton Morris.  After originally backing down from its first attempt in 2022, the DEA is once again looking to apply schedule I status to two lesser-known compounds: DOI (2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodoamphetamine) and DOC (2,5-dimethoxy-4-chloroamphetamine). For decades, DOI and DOC have been incredible tools for researchers stud...

As society becomes more virtual and disconnected, many of us are looking for new ways to touch, feel, and connect. What is Kama Flight, and how can it be used with psychedelics? In this episode, Joe interviews Jeremy Falk: certified instructor and training program developer for Kama Flight; and Dr. David Rabin, MD, Ph. D.: board-certified […] The post Kama Flight: The Healing Power of Somati...

In this episode, Joe interviews Ariel Clark: Anishinaabe attorney and co-founder of the Psychedelic Bar Association, a national association of lawyers involved in the highly-regulated ecosystem of psychedelic law. She talks about ethics: How do the different societal norms of each lineage we carry interact with each other? What is the cultural framing that informs […] The post Can Legalizati...