Psychedelic Conversations

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 172: In this episode, we discuss the evolving landscape of psychedelic work with Lucyne Jade and returning guest Simon Hinkly. Together, we explore what brought them to this path, from Lucyne’s decades of experience in psychotherapy, plant medicine, retreat facilitation, and integration, to Simon’s journey from filmmaking and men’s work int...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 171: In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we speak with returning guest Mira Funk (she/her), a queer, nonbinary psychotherapist and psychedelic guide, to explore the psychedelic medicine Salvia divinorum. Together, we discuss Salvia’s indigenous Mazatec roots, its misunderstood reputation in Western psychedelic culture, and how pro...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 170: In this episode, we speak with Dr. Shelly Persad about her journey from chiropractic care and personal burnout into plant medicine, sacred cannabis work, and embodied healing. Together, we explore her book Somatophobia, the fear of being in the body, and how cannabis can be approached not as a tool for escapism, but as a sacred mirror...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 169: In this episode, we speak with Scott Wright about his journey from radio, music, and the wine industry into filmmaking and psychedelic advocacy. We explore how a life-changing psychedelic experience later in life inspired Scott to create his documentary, Psychedelics for Seniors: Getting Older Is a Trip, and why he believes these medic...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 168: In this episode, we discuss Julian Vayne’s decades-long journey through occultism, chaos magic, esoteric culture, ritual practice, and psychedelics. Julian shares how his early fascination with magic, meditation, astrology, and group ceremony shaped his path, and explains occultism as a practical, experimental approach to exploring con...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 167: In this episode, we discuss Lou Dorian’s powerful personal journey into psychedelics, mental health, grief, and transformation. Lou shares how his early experiences with psychedelics in the 1990s, the loss of his father, difficult encounters with Western psychiatric care, and the tragic death of his former partner all shaped the work h...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 166: In this episode, we discuss ketamine therapy with Sam Mandel, co-founder and CEO of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles, and explore how this once misunderstood medicine is becoming a powerful tool in mental health care. We talk about what ketamine is, why set and setting matter so much, and how medically supervised IV infusions can support p...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 165: In this episode, we speak with Keith Kurlander to explore the intersection of mental health, spirituality, and psychedelic therapy. We discuss his personal journey into psychotherapy, how psychedelics helped reveal complex trauma in his own life, and why he views these medicines as powerful interventional tools that can sometimes bring...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 164: In this episode, we speak with Andy Roberts, author of Albion Dreaming, to explore the hidden history of LSD in Britain and its far-reaching influence on culture, music, ecology, spirituality, and society. We discuss how LSD shaped the British counterculture, why its UK story is often overlooked, and how Andy came to document this hist...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 163: In this episode, we speak with Stephan Kerby, co-founder of Mindscape Psychedelic Institute and author of Trauma-Informed 5-MeO-DMT Facilitation, to explore the rising interest in 5-MeO-DMT and the importance of approaching it with care. We discuss Stephan’s personal healing journey, how he came to facilitate this work, and why trauma-...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 162: In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we welcome back Lee Kaiser to explore the profound and complex realities that can arise when working with plant medicines. Together, we discuss Lee’s deeply personal experiences with extended altered states following ayahuasca and peyote ceremonies, what he describes as moments "when the ce...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 161: In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we speak with psychedelic ceremonial facilitator and educator Ehren Cruz to explore the deeper calling behind this work. We discuss his journey from studying indigenous traditions to creating sacred spaces and guiding transformational rites of passage. Together, we reflect on timing, both p...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 160: In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we speak with artist, choreographer, and psychedelic guide Jodi Lomask to explore the intersection of creativity, consciousness, and nature. We discuss her decades-long journey working with psychedelics, how they’ve shaped her motion sculptures and performances through her nonprofit Capacit...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 159: In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we welcome back writer and researcher Adam Miezio for a wide-ranging and timely discussion. Together, we explore whether the psychedelic renaissance is slowing down or simply maturing, reflecting on shifts away from overconsumption toward deeper integration and education. We discuss the leg...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we speak with visionary cannabis pioneer Philip Wolf for a rich and honest conversation to close out our series. We explore Philip’s journey into cannabis and plant medicine, his work in shaping cannabis hospitality, and why Colorado has become a powerful epicenter for psychedelic and natural medicine r...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we speak with Arianna Macartney, a naturopathic doctor and psychedelic somatic therapist whose work bridges medicine, sacred intimacy, and intuitive healing. Together, we explore Arianna’s personal journey through addiction, sobriety, and medical school, and how microdosing, homeopathy, and harm reduction became powerful tools in h...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we speak with George Monty for a heartfelt, in-person reflection on community, consciousness, and the evolving psychedelic movement. We talk about the power of finally meeting face to face, what it means to show up to conferences with fewer expectations, and how real connection softens judgment and deep...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we speak with Allison Wilson, founder of The Hope Project, for a deeply moving conversation about healing, community, and the often-unseen experiences of veteran spouses. Susan Guner speaks with Allison about her personal journey into the psychedelic healing space, sparked by witnessing her husband’s transformation after his own tr...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we speak with Michael Zapolin, also known as Zappy Zapolin, for an expansive and deeply inspiring conversation recorded at a psychedelic conference. Together, we explore Zappy’s personal journey into psychedelics, spirituality, and frequency, from his early transformational experiences to creating The Reality of Truth and working w...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we speak with Rotem Petranker, PhD, executive research adviser at Rose Hill, to explore the realities of psilocybin microdosing research. We discuss his Phase 2 clinical trial investigating microdosing psilocybin for major depressive disorder, including study design, safety outcomes, and early findings...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we speak with visionary artist Amanda Sage to explore the transformative power of art and its role in regenerative culture. We discuss how painting became Amanda’s tool for personal and collective evolution, the wisdom passed down from her mentors, and the profound idea of “listening to the painting.” Amanda shares how visionary ar...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the emerging frontier of psychedelic-assisted neurorehabilitation with clinical neurologist Burton Tabaac. We explore his path into psychedelic science, his work with Johns Hopkins University, and the groundbreaking Fathom Trial—a study investigating whether psilocybin, paired with enriched, non-task-based play, can reop...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we speak with Kevin Bourke and Vernise Cardillo (Vee) to explore their remarkable journey into plant medicine, healing, and the creation of ONE Retreats in Jamaica. We discuss how purpose, personal transformation, and deep ancestral connection guided them into this work, as well as the unique cultural and natural magic Jamaica brin...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we sit down once again with Heather Smith, a certified IFS therapist, consultant, and founder of the Moxie School. Together, we explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems and expanded states of consciousness, discussing how IFS can deepen self-understanding and healing within psychedelic experiences. Heather shares her jou...

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! In this episode, we speak with Dr. Michele Ross, a neuropharmacologist and founder of the 7-HOPE Alliance, to explore the healing potential of Kratom and its key alkaloid, 7-Hydroxymitragynine. We discuss how this plant medicine, long used in Southeast Asia, offers hope for people managing chronic pain, trauma, and opioid withdrawal. Dr. Ross share...