The Entheogenic Evolution
Martin W. Ball
Welcome to the Entheogenic Evolution Podcast, hosted by author Martin W. Ball, Ph.D. This podcast is dedicated to the discussion of the nondual and unitary nature of being as revealed by conscious entheogenic energetic awakening as well as hosting long-form conversations on diverse and broad topics in psychedelics, therapy, philosophy, science, and culture. Featuring interviews, lectures, and conversations with leading figures in psychedelic research and culture as well as those who are new to the space and just starting to articulate their public voice, this podcast is a pioneering source of diverse information and perspectives. The Entheogenic Evolution Podcast is one of the longest running podcasts on psychedelics, having been first established in 2008, and has been a leading source of information about 5-MeO-DMT since its inception. Given the long history of the podcast, guests and topics serve as indicators of where psychedelic culture is changing and growing as psychedelics become more accepted in the mainstream. In addition to interviews and talks, host, Martin Ball, also shares selections from his many audiobooks, recordings from events and conferences he's organized, and shares his own original music at the conclusion of each episode and his original art for cover images. You can support this podcast by joining up as a contributing member at Patreon.com/martinwball. Martin is also available for individual consultations, mentorship, and integration work for clients in need of reflection and support. His original books are available in paperback, ebook, and audiobooks, and focus on nonduality and 5-MeO-DMT.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 31, 2023 • 1h 15min
Episode 248: Psychedelic Cults and Outlaw Churches with Mike Marinacci
My guest this week is author, Mike Marinacci, discussing his just-released book, Psychedelic Cults and Outlaw Churches: LSD, Cannabis, and Spiritual Sacraments in Underground America. It's a fascinating historical read and brings to light both well known and obscure religious movements in the US where psychedelics have been used as part of religious practice, covering from the formation of the Native American Church all the way up to internet religions in 2021.
Jul 17, 2023 • 1h 18min
Episode 246: Swimming in the Sacred with Rachel Harris
It's a great pleasure to welcome back Rachel Harris to the podcast. In this conversation, Rachel shares all about her new book, "Swimming in the Sacred," which documents the practices of female underground psychedelic practitioners who have no intention to going "above ground" in their work with entheogenic medicines. Listen in and find out more.
Jul 3, 2023 • 1h 17min
Episode 244: Marketing Psychedelic Services with IcaroConnect
My guests this week are Carson Barker and Clif Haley from the marketing firm, IcaroConnect.com, which specializes in marketing for legal psychedelic services such as therapy and entheogenic churches. Based in Austin, Texas, a progressive island in a sea of reactionary conservatism, we talk all about how they got into the business, what they offer, and how it's a sign of the times as the legal landscape shifts and grows.
Jun 19, 2023 • 1h 33min
Episode 242: One World Heart with Jessica Marie
Joining the Entheogenic Evolution Podcast for her interview debut, my guest is Jessica Marie who shares her own healing story with a chronic health condition and psychedelic medicines, her work with Bufo, her experience with Tom Lane and the ceremony of the deified heart, and her entheogenic church, the "One World Heart." You can find out more at www.oneworldheart.love
Jun 5, 2023 • 1h 42min
Episode 240: Psychedelic Buddhism with Lama Mike Crowley
This week Lama Mike Crowley comes back on the podcast to discuss his new book, Psychedelic Buddhism: A User's Guide to Traditions, Symbols, and Ceremonies. It's always great to have Mike - a vast reservoir of knowledge of Buddhism and Indian religions - back on the podcast. His new book is available now.
May 8, 2023 • 1h 41min
Episode 236: Cinesomatics with Andrew Daniel
My guest this week is the founder of the Center for Cinesomatic Development (www.cinesomatics.org), Andrew Daniel. We get deep into his own story of discovering his authenticity and how traumas and patterns are encoded in the body and our expressiveness, and how he developed the cinesomatic program to help others release and transform themselves
Apr 24, 2023 • 49min
Episode 234: Psilomethoxin, Usona, The Church, and EntheoGenesis
This week's episode is my reading of an essay I've been working on since returning from The Church of Psilomethoxin's event, EntheoGenesis, last weekend in Austin, Texas. While no definitive answers are provided, I explore the topic of Usona's "study" that psilomethoxin is "fiction" and "placebo effect" by taking a well-rounded look at claims made, the context of the church and their practices, and as a participant-observer in a truly wonderful and nurturing event.
Apr 17, 2023 • 1h 36min
Episode 233: Discover the Root with Tisha Ingram
This week's episode is all about healing with Iboga with Tisha Ingram of www.discovertheroot.com. Tisha is trained in traditional use of Iboga with the Bwiti in Gabon and seeks to bring healing to others with grounded ceremony and conscientious use of this powerful entheogen.
Apr 3, 2023 • 1h 40min
Episode 231: RageHeart with John Wood
My guest this week is man from the land down under, John Wood, the founder of www.rageheart.co, which focuses on helping people navigate and integrate psychedelic experiences with an emphasis on emotional expression and somatics, especially for men. Listen in and learn more about "The crazy Aussie who doesn't believe in meditation" . . .
Mar 20, 2023 • 1h 34min
Episode 229: The Third Wave: Mastering Microdosing with Paul Austin
My guest this week is author Paul Austin and we talk about all things microdosing - health and wellbeing, flow states, creativity, problem solving, leadership and more! He's the author of the book, Mastering Microdosing, and is also the creator of the mircodosing support and education website, www.thethirdwave.co, which offers information about the practice, coach training, and molecule-specific instructions. Additionally, Paul was a co-founder of Synthesis (and is no longer associated with the business), which recently went bankrupt while in the process of training the first generation of psilocybin assisted therapists here in Ashland, Oregon, so we get into what went down and how others are picking up the pieces.
