Psychedelic Conversations

Susan Guner
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Apr 24, 2022 • 52min

Psychedelic Conversations | Antonio De Sousa - Psychedelic Transformation #42

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 42: In this episode, we sit down with Antonio De Sousa to talk about his background story as well as discuss the inspiration behind his recent book "The Lockdown On Self Love" and so much more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:02 - Introduction 01:48 - Antonio's Background Story 05:53 - The Reason For Writing His Book 10:29 - Working With DMT 17:29 - Antonio's Breakthrough Moment 21:53 - Susan's Observations 23:23 - Recreational Vs Intentional Use 26:33 - Addiction Being A Coping Mechanism 33:27 - Antonio's Transformative Experience 39:00 - Use The Suffering To Work For Yourself 45:02 - Advice For Self-Work 51:17 - Outro About Antonio: Antonio is the author of The Lockdown On Self Love, a conscious frame of work inspired by his awakening through plant medicines that lead him to reverse engineer his life and deep self-inquiry. Antonio's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WQ17YHS https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09WQ17YHS Connect with Antonio: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antonio.desousa.10420 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #AntonioDeSousa #PsychedelicPodcast
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Apr 17, 2022 • 57min

Psychedelic Conversations | Joël Brierre - 5-MeO-DMT Harm Reduction #41

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 41: In this episode, we sit down with Joël Brierre from Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats to explore topics in the psychedelic world such as 5-MeO-DMT, harm reduction, integration etc. We also discuss his new project "F.I.V.E", the world's first 5-MeO-DMT educational platform and when it will be available to the public. 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:28 - Introduction 04:32 - Joël's Background 08:45 - The Psychedelic Renassaince 15:40 - The Brighter The Light, The Deeper The Shadows 19:17 - What Is 5-MeO-DMT? 22:35 - Why Do People Seek This Experience? 24:47 - Why Am I Being Called To Serve This Medicine? 29:00 - The Retreat Container And Integration Process 35:13 - The 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform "F.I.V.E" 39:31 - Calling Out Misleading Companies 42:08 - Have People Died From This Medicine? 45:20 - Mystical Experiences 46:36 - The Breakthrough Moment 49:37 - Does Everyone Need A Transformative Experience? 50:53 - Integrating Without Consistent Use Of Psychedelics 54:00 - New Projects 55:00 - Joël's Last Words Of Wisdom 56:10 - Outro About Joël: Joel Brierre is the Founder and CEO of the psychedelic wellness companies Kaivalya Kollectiv and Tandava Retreats. Joel has been a pioneer in the modern psychedelic movement, specifically in the realm of 5-MeO-DMT and the Bufo Alvarius toad. His unique approach of applying classical non-dual yogic philosophy as geography for both preparation and integration from the entheogenic experience gained attention around the world at the first WBAC (World Bufo Alvarius Congress) and continues to shift the landscape of psychedelic use. Connect with Joël: https://kaivalyakollectiv.com/ https://tandavaretreats.com/ https://five-meo.education Thank you so much for joining us!  For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development.  Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner
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Apr 10, 2022 • 1h 9min

Psychedelic Conversations | Victoria Wueschner - World's First 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform #40

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 40: In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Wueschner to learn about her background in the psychedelic space and later on discuss the current work she is doing with her partner Joël Brierre, forming the world's first 5-MeO-DMT educational platform "F.I.V.E". 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:03 - Introduction 01:51 - Victoria's Background Story 13:13 - Natural Vs Synthetic 5-MeO-DMT 17:30 - Individuals Seeking This Medicine 20:30 - The Calling Of The Medicine 22:40 - 5-MeO-DMT Being A Recent Medicine 24:51 - Ego Superiority/Spiritual Narcism 33:33 - Bringing Awareness To This Medicine 39:20 - The Importance Of Integration 44:06 - 5-MeO-DMT Educational Platform 51:16 - Thoughts On Mike Tyson Using DMT 53:10 - Victoria's Advice For Taking 5-MeO-DMT 57:04 - The Screening Process 58:40 - The Experience Of 5-MeO-DMT 1:01:04 - The Process At Tandava Retreats 1:03:06 - Reactivations 1:07:27 - Last Words 1:08:25 - Outro About Victoria: Victoria’s first introduction into the world of healing was through plant medicine, she has been working with different psychedelic plant medicines over the span of a decade, with both indigenous and modern teachers. Deeply intrigued by Joseph Campbell's work, she studied the Hero’s Journey at length and later applied it as a geographical lens in her work to assist participants to effortlessly move into their own innermost workings. Victoria is the founder and president of Kaivalya’s education platform F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information and Vital Education). Connect with Victoria: Website: www.tandavaretreats.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/sacredsurrender F.I.V.E (5-MeO-DMT Information & Vital Education) Platform: https://five-meo.education Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #VictoriaWueschner
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Apr 3, 2022 • 1h 25min

Psychedelic Conversations | Greg Lake #39

Welcome to Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 39: In this episode, we sit down with Greg Lake (co-founder of EntheoConnect) to discuss his recent work in 2022 as well as his latest book "The Law of Entheogenic Churches (Volume II)." Previous Interview with Greg: https://youtu.be/HQkciJYDnAE 00:00 - Fire Moment 00:53 - Introduction 02:22 - Greg's Current Mission 07:43 - Doctors Using Psychedelics 10:18 - Breaking The Stigma Of Churches 13:30 - Western Vs Plant Medicine 16:26 - Shedding Mind Programs 25:35 - Being Called To Psychedelics 28:22 - Greg's Second Book 33:26 - The Importance Of Group Settings 40:08 - Recreational Use Of Psychedelics 46:33 - Having The Right Intentions 52:27 - From Recreational To Intentional 1:00:23 - Becoming Better, Self Agency 1:04:30 - Greg's Transformative 2014 Story 1:07:09 - Susan's Approach To Healing 1:10:43 - Confrontational Encounter Groups 1:12:37 - Remaining Present, Showing Love 1:18:04 - Where To Find Greg's Book 1:23:34 - Greg's Last Words 1:24:44 - Outro About Greg: He is a trial and appellate attorney, entheogenic church lawyer, consultant, and author. Greg helps people with legitimizing their psychedelic practices by forming them a legal entity/church and helping them with their doctrine and internal documentation in order to maximize their protection. Connect with Greg: Website: http://EntheoConnect.com Email: george.lake@entheoconnect.com The Law of Entheogenic Churches (Volume II): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SL33168/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_apa_glt_i_H3V48G2CTXN1G2SQ71TA?linkCode=ml1&tag=aostark-20 Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://anchor.fm/susan-guner. Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. www.facebook.com/groups/innerflo/ This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #GregLake
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Mar 20, 2022 • 50min

Psychedelic Conversations | Rowan #38

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 38: In this episode, we sit down with Rowan - the video editor of the Psychedelic Conversations channel - to discuss his journey, get insight into his knowledge and experiences of plant medicines, as well as touch on other topics such as addiction and more. 00:00 - Fire Moment 00:31 - Introduction 01:50 - Rowan's Background Story 03:35 - Creating The Podcast 06:00 - Thoughts On Psychedelics 15:39 - The Recreational Use Of Psychedelics 25:43 - Overcoming Addiction 32:41 - Educating The Parents 35:18 - Surrounding Yourself With The Right People 38:42 - Rowan's Reason For Transformation 43:26 - The Infinite Process Of Growth 46:47 - Rowan's Final Words 48:52 - Outro About Rowan: Rowan is the primary video editor for this channel and has been a passionate musician/music producer for over 10 years specializing in a variety of genres ranging from Hip-hop, Trance, Electronic Music, and more. This obsession with music lead him down the path of video production, filming music videos for local artists which later branched out to experimenting with motion graphics and ultimately working with clients all around the globe. Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens
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Mar 13, 2022 • 58min

Psychedelic Conversations | Kerry Devine #37

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 37: In this episode, we dive deep into Kerry's background story, discussing past traumas and PTSD. Throughout this interview, he also shares insight on his healing journey using plant medicines. 01:11 - Introduction 02:03 - Kerry's Background Story 03:27 - Healing Childhood Trauma 07:10 - Learning About Ayahuasca 11:52 - The Commercialization Of Psychedelics 21:00 - Kerry's First Transformative Experience 36:20 - Trying Other Plant Medicines 38:41 - The Biggest Outcome 47:07 - Being Content With The Journey 49:53 - Kerry's Plans For The Future 57:23 - Outro About Kerry: Kerry Devine is a former TV promotions producer, magazine feature writer, award-winning short filmmaker, and rock vocalist/performer. He enjoys traveling both internationally and as an overlanding/off-road enthusiast across the United States. He has left his former ambitions behind to write and publish his first book relating the story of his personal journey of healing past traumas through the sacred use of psychedelics. He grew up in Illinois and currently lives in Colorado with his wife and two boys. Connect with Kerry: Email: sacredpsych@outlook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kerryonward Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/sacredpsychedelicIFS/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens
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Mar 6, 2022 • 1h 6min

Psychedelic Conversations | Dr. James Fadiman #36

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 36: In this episode, we sit down with Dr. James Fadiman as he shares with us his wealth of knowledge regarding microdosing and gives us a unique insight into the fascinating world of psychedelics. 00:31 - Introduction 03:14 - Psychedelics In The '60s 05:38 - The Popularization Of Psychedelics 08:00 - The Benefits Of Microdosing 10:37 - Psychedelics In Silicon Valley 12:45 - The Practicality Of Microdosing 16:40 - Microdosing Being a "Smart Drug" 18:22 - The Placebo Effect 19:44 - Thoughts On Microdosing Being A Shortcut 22:32 - Exploring Psychedelics In Group Therapy 31:30 - Thoughts On The Future Of Psychedelics 36:15 - Fear Around Taking Psychedelics 37:40 - Paul Stamets "Stacking" Method 41:35 - The International Microdosing Association 45:02 - Microdosing Different Medicines 48:42 - James' Book "Your Symphony of Selves" 56:11 - The Problem With AA Meetings 59:54 - James' Plans For The Future 56:44 - Outro About James: James Fadiman, PhD. Author, lecturer, Senior Research Fellow, Sophia University, Palo Alto, California, Microdose researcher, research design consultant has been researching psychedelics since 1961 and the effects of microdosing since 2010. His book The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide: Safe, Therapeutic, and Sacred Journeys growing in popularity as the psychedelics making their way back into the mainstream. He is currently working on a new book about microdosing, the new frontier in Psychedelic use. Connect with James: Email: psychedelicsrsearch@gmail.com Website: https://www.jamesfadiman.com Website: https://sites.google.com/view/microdosingpsychedelics/home Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JamesFadiman #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #MicrodosingMushrooms #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens
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Nov 28, 2021 • 57min

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast | Jenalle Dion #35

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 35: In this episode, we dive deep into Jenalle's background story and discuss her mission to help guide people with their transformational experiences, using her integration journal. 00:00 - Introduction 02:16 - Jenalle's Background Story 07:55 - Launching A Travel Journal On Kickstarter 11:25 - The Psychedelic Community In Canada 14:13 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 19:37 - Recreational Vs Intentional Use 23:49 - Starting In A Smaller Group Setting 26:26 - Jenalle's Role At "Third Wave" 30:22 - The Increasing Interest In Educational Courses 34:19 - Thoughts On Integrational Coaches 38:13 - Using A Physical Journal Over Technology 42:41 - The Integration Journal 47:14 - Jenalle's Plans For The Future 50:28 - Last Words Of Wisdom 55:55 - Outro Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/920110985/wakeful-travel-journals-support-your-transformation?ref=11tk44 About Jenalle: Jenalle Dion is a passionate creative who founded Wakeful Travel, the ceremony companion company, working with seekers, retreat centers, psychedelic clinics, and mindful product brands to provide tools that aid in transformation and self-exploration. Her journals help to reflect your own wisdom back to you, integrate profound experiences, and put a plan in place for lasting change. She is Head of Content at Third Wave, and when she’s not working in the space, she’s snowboarding in her backyard in British Columbia or adding to her houseplant obsession. Connect with Jenalle: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenalle-dion Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wakefultravel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakefultravel/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens
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Nov 21, 2021 • 45min

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast | Daniel Torres #34

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 34: In this episode, we discuss "Kratom" - a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family native to Southeast Asia. Daniel shares his personal experiences using Kratom and explains how it may benefit individuals who are on the road to recovery. 00:00 - Introduction 01:41 - "Kratom" And Its History 06:13 - The Opioid Epidemic 13:00 - Is Kratom Addictive? 16:47 - Daniel's Personal Recovery 22:22 - Becoming Vulnerable In Order To Grow 26:41 - Advising Individuals Wanting To Try Kratom 30:31 - Daniel's Thoughts On The Future Of Kratom 36:20 - The Exploitation Of Plant Medicines 39:33 - Daniel's Plans For The Future 42:00 - How To Source Kratom Safely 44:44 - Outro About Daniel: Daniel Torres is an expert in the field of alternative medicines for holistic health and wellbeing, devoted most of his life to building and supporting communities around recovering from addictions and healing from trauma. Connect with Daniel: https://www.facebook.com/TherapyBotanicals415 https://www.facebook.com/danielstherapybotanicals/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapybotanicals/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens
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Nov 7, 2021 • 1h 11min

Psychedelic Conversations Podcast | Dr. Ben Malcolm #33

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 33: In this episode, we discuss Dr. Ben Malcolm's background story and his passion to educate others on Psychedelic Pharmacology as well as the importance of tapering off SSRIs when using certain Psychedelic medicines. 00:00 - Introduction 01:25 - Ben's Background Story 10:18 - Why "Spirit Pharmacist" 14:40 - Psychedelic vs Pharmaceutical Drugs 25:40 - Tapering Off SSRIs 29:42 - Dangers Of Mixing Certain Substances 35:40 - Lithium 38:18 - Building Capacity 51:16 - Ben's Offerings At Spirit Pharmacist 57:00 - Mixing SSRIs With Ayahuasca 58:49 - Syrian Rue 01:00:30 - Understanding Psychedelic Pharmacology 01:04:44 - The Increased Interest In Psychedelic Assisted-Therapy 01:10:37 - Outro About Ben: Dr. Ben Malcolm earned his bachelor’s degree (BS) in pharmacology at the University of California at Santa Barbara, prior to his Masters in Public Health (MPH) and Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) at Touro University California. He then completed post-graduate residencies in Acute Care at Scripps Mercy Hospital and Psychiatric Pharmacy at the University of California at San Diego Health. After residency training, he began his career as an Academician at Western University of Health Sciences (WUHS), College of Pharmacy and obtained Board Certification in Psychiatric Pharmacy (BCPP). Currently, he provides psychopharmacology consulting services and a resource and support membership relating to the use of psychedelic and psychotropic medications at spiritpharmacist.com Dr. Malcolm envisions a society in which access to psychedelic drugs in a variety of safe and supported settings is available for purposes of psychospiritual well-being, personal development, ceremonial sacraments, and treatment of mental illness. His vision guides his scholarship, education, and service-related professional activity. Connect with Ben: Website: https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiritpharmacist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritpharmacist/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4e7bCKnnArHD91Rce-HWOQ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

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