Psychedelics Today Podcast

Psychedelics Today Podcast

757 episodes

A show discussing the important academic and other research in the field of psychedelics, and how it relates to human potential and healing.

PT239 - Richie Ogulnick - Ibogaine, Unicity, and Beneficence

Apr, 13, 2021
In this episode, Joe interviews Richie Ogulnick, a facilitator/guide who has been helping clients through ibogaine experiences for 27 years. They talk about his practice, different methodologies, intentions, and why iboga works.   www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF54 - Theft, Patents, and Ethical Psychedelic Companies

Apr, 09, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Joe, Kyle, and Michelle discuss California’s statewide decriminalization effort, patents, provider information theft, and how psychedelic companies can be ethical in a capitalistic world.     www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT238 - Kile Ortigo - Integration and Existential Exploration

Apr, 06, 2021
In this episode, Joe and Kyle interview clinical psychologist and author, Kile Ortigo, about trauma, healthcare burnout, Jung, mythology in movies, and ways different therapeutic modalities can better handle integration.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF53 - Psychedelics and Creativity, with Laura Dawn

Apr, 02, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Joe interviews microdose mentor, entrepreneur, author, and retreat leader, Laura Dawn. They talk about creativity and how psychedelics can foster creative thinking and problem-solving.   www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT237 - Dena Justice - Finding the Frequency of Safety

Mar, 30, 2021
In this episode, Joe interviews 4-time guest Dena Justice, who is using this episode to come out of the psychedelic closet in a big way, discussing the lessons learned about safety from years of powerful psychedelic experiences.   www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF52 - Start Low, Go Slow

Mar, 26, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle, Joe, and Michelle discuss Carl Hart, the drug war and truth, another study showcasing the placebo effect, mushrooms, and if scientists will be able to predict psychedelic outcomes.   www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT236 - Dr. Carl Hart - Drugs: Honesty, Responsibility, and Logic

Mar, 23, 2021
In this episode, Joe and Kyle interview author of Drug Use for Grownups, Dr. Carl Hart. They talk about the drug war, coming out of the closet, drug exceptionalism, responsible drug use, and fighting inaccuracies with logic.     www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF51 - Miracle Cures, Money, and Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Mar, 19, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle, Joe, and Michelle discuss the problems with psychedelics being touted as “miracle cures,” and Tim Ferriss and David Bronner's concerns over Compass Pathways' recent patent-filing.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT235 - The Entheo Society of Washington - Dismantling Power Systems Through Decriminalization

Mar, 16, 2021
In this episode, Joe interviews Leo Russell, Monique Bridges, Malika Lamont, Tatiana, and Solana Booth of the Entheo Society of Washington, a 501c3 organization and sister agency to Decriminalize Nature Seattle.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF50 - Microdosing and the Placebo Effect, with Balázs Szigeti and David Erritzoe

Mar, 12, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle, Joe, and Michelle are joined by Balázs Szigeti and David Erritzoe, who both worked on last week’s much-discussed trial on microdosing that validated the power of the placebo effect.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT234 - Christopher Solomon - Salvia as a Therapist

Mar, 09, 2021
In this episode, Kyle interviews somatic salvia guide and creator of the salvia pipe, Christopher Solomon. They talk about the many unique things salvia can bring to experiencers if it's approached with mindfulness and respect.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF49 - MDMA For Alcoholism, The Placebo Effect, and Ceremonial Magicians

Mar, 05, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle, Joe, and Michelle discuss using MDMA for alcoholism, a microdosing study proving the placebo effect, ways to make therapy cheaper, and if a Shaman is really necessary for ceremonies.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT233 - JR Rahn - LSD, ADHD, and Decriminalization

Mar, 02, 2021
In this episode, Joe interviews founder and CEO of MindMed, JR Rahn. They discuss decriminalization, the DEA, ADHD, Xanax, and MindMed’s goals: developing a trip-neutralizing drug and studying microdosing LSD for adult ADHD.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF48 - Decriminalization, Embracing the Mystical, and a Plea for More Ethical Exploration

Feb, 26, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle, Joe, and Michelle discuss Norway's plan to decriminalize personal drug use, lucid dreaming, therapists embracing the mystical, and Tim Ferriss’ plea for more ethical drug exploration.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT232 - Dr. Ryan Westrum - Who We Are Without Medicine

Feb, 23, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle interviews clinical psychologist and author of The Psychedelics Integration Handbook, Dr. Ryan Westrum, about intuition, trust, and self-work in today's Covid climate of solitude.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF47 - Covid, Ketamine, and Human Rights

Feb, 19, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle and Joe are joined by author, Michelle Janikian. They discuss covid, ketamine, DMT for stroke patients, a psilocybin lab in Jamaica, and question if drug laws violate human rights.     www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT231 - Dr. Hassan Tetteh - Human Care Over Health Care

Feb, 16, 2021
In this episode, Kyle interviews Thoracic surgeon and author of The Art of Human Care, Dr. Hassan Tetteh, about his near-death experience, transcendental meditation, Death Over Dinner, finding purpose, and the power of listening.    www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF 46 - Patents, Prohibition, Health, and Happiness

Feb, 12, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle and Joe discuss the drug war, psychedelic exceptionalism, and patent law in relation to Compass Pathways trying to patent commonalities in psilocybin-assisted therapy like holding hands.   www.psychedelicstoday.com

PT230 - Penny White of NeonMind Biosciences

Feb, 09, 2021
In this episode, Joe interviews Vancouver-based serial entrepreneur and founder and CEO of NeonMind Biosciences, Penny White. She talks about taking NeonMind public and their current project: using psilocybin to combat obesity.     www.psychedelicstoday.com

PTSF 45

Feb, 05, 2021
In today’s Solidarity Fridays episode, Kyle and Joe cover recent news, talk about several upcoming PT classes and events, and discuss the ethics of ayahuasca centers continuing to hold large group sessions during the pandemic.   www.psychedelicstoday.com