The Psychedelic Podcast

Ashley Carmen, M.S., LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of the Psychedelic Guide Network, discusses the ethical landscape of psychedelic facilitation. She highlights the importance of sovereignty and accountability in guiding sessions, addressing concerns like dual relationships and boundaries. Ashley introduces PGN's Wisdom Circles, emphasizing community support and honest reflection. She critiques current practices, advocating for a blend of clinical and indigenous approaches, and explores the need for integrity and ongoing self-work in the evolving psychedelic field.

Martijn Schirp, a longtime Buddhist practitioner and founder of Upāyosis, shares his journey from co-founding Synthesis to creating a year-long training program that blends Buddhist practice with ecological ethics and psychedelics. He discusses the impact of COVID on Synthesis, the importance of spiritual renewal during his time in the Himalayas, and the concept of 'ego porousness' as a healthier alternative to 'ego death.' Martijn emphasizes that integrating interdependence and mindful psychedelic use is crucial for serving our planet in crisis.

In a compelling AMA session, Paul F. Austin dives into microdosing protocols, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right substances and incorporating nervous system health. He discusses the risks associated with SSRIs and suggests ketamine as a safer entry point. Austin highlights how microdosing can enhance creativity and leadership, linking it to nervous system regulation. Ethical practices for coaches are also explored, including setting boundaries and understanding the difference between coaching and therapeutic roles.

Dr. Michael Ryoshin Sapiro, an ordained Zen Buddhist monk and psychedelic psychotherapist, dives into the intersection of spirituality and healing. He discusses how Zen practice grounds his clinical approach and the differences between psychedelic-assisted therapies and deeper psychotherapy. Michael shares insights on tailoring treatments for first responders, emphasizing the importance of nervous-system regulation before medicine is introduced. He also explores how ketamine can evoke profound emotional experiences, fostering genuine connections to the heart.

In this engaging conversation, Chen Lizra, a somatic coach and expert in trauma healing, shares her transformative journey from childhood trauma to becoming a facilitator of somatic intelligence. Chen discusses how trauma is stored in the body and the crucial role of nervous system regulation in healing. She emphasizes the power of movement, breath, and plant medicine like ayahuasca in achieving emotional mastery. Listeners will discover practical daily somatic practices and insights into embodying divine feminine energy for deeper emotional release.

Jeff Stevens, CEO of Psyched Wellness, and David Shisel, COO, share their journey in bringing Amanita muscaria extract to the mainstream. They delve into the unique pharmacology of the mushroom, the rigorous safety testing required for approval in Canada, and the delicate balance between innovation and regulation. The duo discusses their commitment to transparency, the risks of unregulated products, and the potential benefits of microdosing. With exciting product developments on the horizon, they aim to reintroduce this ancient mushroom safely to modern wellness.

Join best-selling author and entrepreneur Jay Fiset as he dives into the transformative power of Functional Psychedelics. He shares personal stories about how these experiences reshaped his marriage and business, emphasizing emotional intelligence and trauma-informed coaching. Discover the importance of integration for meaningful transformation and how psychedelics can enhance leadership. Jay also discusses the unique opportunities in the evolving psychedelic landscape and the ethical considerations for practitioners.

In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin speaks with Elina Teboul, author of Feminine Intelligence: Visionary Leaders Reshaping Business. A former corporate attorney turned leadership coach, Elina explores how psychedelics and altered states can reconnect leaders to empathy, purpose, and environmental stewardship. Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-328/?ref=278 Drawing on her background in law, psychology, and mindfulness, Elina shares how "feminine intelligence" can help leaders balance logic with intuition and reimagine business through love, creativity, and service. Elina Teboul is a leadership expert and executive coach with degrees in psychology and law from Columbia University. She founded Light Up Lab, serves as an executive coach with The Preston Associates, and sits on the advisory board of the Earth Law Center. Her work bridges corporate leadership with spiritual and ecological awareness, offering a transformative model for conscious capitalism. Highlights: From Big Law to psychedelic leadership Integrating empathy and purpose in business Psychedelics as tools for wholeness Positive psychology for high-stress professions Conscious capitalism and planetary stewardship Ethical frameworks for psychedelics at work Episode Links Elina's Website Book: Feminine Intelligence Episode Sponsor The Practitioner Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute. The Microdosing Practitioner Certification by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute helps you master Paul F. Austin's microdosing protocol and build a meaningful, profitable coaching practice in just 4 months. Early Bird pricing: $4,000 (until November 16). Program begins January 6, 2026. Golden Rule Mushrooms - Get a lifetime discount of 10% with code THIRDWAVE at checkout

Conor H. Murray, Ph.D., a neuroscientist from UCLA and founder of Psynautics, shares groundbreaking insights on psychedelics' effects on the brain. He discusses his LSD microdosing research, revealing significant increases in neural complexity that could influence treatments for depression and addiction. Conor also explains how different dosages impact brain activity and describes his ongoing psilocybin study aimed at addressing cocaine addiction. The conversation highlights the potential of citizen science in understanding altered states of consciousness.

In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin speaks with Jay Campbell, five-time bestselling author, men's physique champion, and founder of BioLongevity Labs. Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-326/?ref=278 Together they explore how peptides, hormones, and energy form a new model of regenerative health. Jay explains how these signaling molecules work at the cellular level and why coherence and self-awareness are essential to sustainable vitality. The discussion bridges scientific rigor with personal transformation—redefining what it means to be "optimized." Jay Campbell is a bestselling author, athlete, and co-founder of BioLongevity Labs. Recognized for his expertise in hormone and peptide science, he blends decades of physical training experience with a deep understanding of consciousness and energetic alignment. Highlights: Peptides as a bridge between biology and consciousness Why emotional regulation supports physical health The "God Stack" for daily optimization How light and sound technologies aid healing The future of energy-based medicine Love and service as true performance enhancers Episode Links: BioLongevity Labs - Use Code THIRDWAVE for 15% off Jay's Website Episode Sponsors The Practitioner Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute. Golden Rule Mushrooms - Get a lifetime discount of 10% with code THIRDWAVE at checkout