Spirit Gym with Paul Chek 361 — Why Cannabis Is a Psychedelic With Ryan Sprague
Sep 2, 2025
Ryan Sprague, a leading plant medicine educator and creator of the Conscious Cannabis Collective, discusses the lesser-known psychedelic properties of cannabis. He shares personal insights about a life-changing experience and sheds light on the cannabis edibles industry’s hidden dangers. The conversation navigates the complexities of cannabis strains and their influence on personal growth, advocating for intentional use. Sprague also explores cannabis as a gentle introduction to deeper psychedelic journeys and highlights its potential for self-exploration and creativity.
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Edibles Have Delayed, Stronger Psychedelic Curves
- Edibles often produce stronger, delayed psychedelic effects because liver metabolism changes THC timing and intensity.
- Wait 2–4 hours after one edible before dosing again to avoid a multi-hour escalating peak and panic.
Plane Edible Gone Wrong
- Paul Chek describes taking edibles on a 15-hour flight, underestimating onset, then becoming deeply incapacitated mid-trip.
- He experienced rubbery limbs, time distortion, impaired motor control, and a long-lasting fog the next day.
Mushroom Tea That Changed A Life
- Ryan Sprague recounts a powerful mushroom tea experience with 'penis envy' where a fear of choking flipped into cosmic laughter.
- He describes that trip as the life-changing ceremony that shifted his direction into plant medicine work.
