The women of the psychedelic underground stand in stark contrast to psychedelic therapists, clinicians and researchers. In some ways, they hold much more wisdom and knowledge about working with these medicines. It’s an honor to have Dr. Rachel Harris back on the podcast to discuss this. Since we last spoke, she has released a new book called Swimming in the Sacred: Lessons from the Psychedelic Underground.

This episode is so personal and vulnerable that I am almost uncomfortable sharing it publicly. I share my entire life story and the healing journey that I walked out of the darkness. I take listeners through how my core wounds and self-destructive narratives formed, ultimately leaving me depressed, anxious, lost, and disempowered to move my life in a positive direction.

Dr. Rick Strassman is gracing us with his wisdom today! He has appeared on the #1 global show, The Joe Rogan podcast, so it’s quite a treat for us to hear from him on this corner of the podcasting world. Dr. Rick Strassman needs no introduction: he is the leading global authority on DMT. About twenty years ago, he authored the infamous book discussing the DMT trails he ran in the early 80s (DMT: The Spirit Molecule). In this episode, you can expect to learn a lot about nn-DMT (not to be...

Cannabis is a slippery slope: It feels like addiction and over-indulgence are always around the corner. But for the most part, I’ve developed a practice and relationship with cannabis that has been supportive to my life. In this episode, I reflect on my relationship with the plant, how it’s changed, and the role it played in my overall healing journey.

This conversation covers details about 5-MeO-DMT that have not yet been explored seriously in the public sphere. We go far beyond the basics of this medicine as Steve Rio and I explore the nuances and complexities of the non-dual experience and integration process that follows. We also get into the somatic and nervous system benefits of this medicine.

Embark with me on this fun episode as we mark the third anniversary of the Modern Psychedelics Podcast! This special episode explores a kaleidoscope of topics, weaving together the unique energies of various psychedelics that I know and love.

As the psychedelic space is growing, demand for trained professionals is expected to increase. One way to work in the psychedelic space is as a coach, like myself. With so many coach trainings out there now, it can be hard to choose the best one, which is why I’ve done that for you! I am thrilled to announce that I am going through the Being True To You coach training this year, and sharing the entire journey with you.

I have received many requests to dive deeper into how to “do” integration, so I created this episode for you. I share 11 practical tips for your post-psychedelic integration process, and I think a lot of what I have to say will surprise you. You will find plenty of coaching prompts in this short and sweet solo episode. Happy integrating!

My guest today is Mikaela de la Myco. I was drawn to the way she presents herself as a mother in the psychedelic space through her platform, Mama de la Myco. I had every intention in having a conversation with her about psychedelic parenting. However, I threw out all my questions out the window and followed Mikaela’s energy; it was clear that Mikaela had so much to share with us about centring mothers, women, and ingenious voices in the psychedelic movement.

I smoked 5-MeO-DMT (synthetic Bufo) for the first time and I am sharing all about it. In this episode, I get into the unfiltered details and share vulnerably about what drew me to this experience, the challenges I faced working with this medicine, how it went and what I learned. 5-MeO-DMT is radically different than the Earth Medicines I am used to. This medicine is light medicine which connected me to a higher power beyond this realm and beyond my comprehension. It was the single more...

What is a challenging psychedelic experience? It turns out that it’s incredibly subjective. What one person finds challenging or bad, another may see as a growth opportunity. But the current rhetoric around psychedelics presents them as mostly always good, positive, healing and helpful experiences. Jules Evans is dedicated to shining a light on the harms, challenges and dangers of psychedelics.

Having a clear, powerful and potent intention is one of the most important aspects of the psychedelic preparation process. This episode is going to help you to put together and intention that is alive and relevant for you. Intentions are always important, whether you’re journeying in a ceremony, clinic or the rave space. The tips provided in this episode work for whatever container or medicine that you're working with. Tune in to hear my top tips that I wish I knew when I started journeying...

We have a veteran cannabis industry change-maker, advocate, and expert with us. With over 40 years of involvement with cannabis, Andrew DeAngelo has made a massive impact on the cannabis space. And the psychedelic space stands on the shoulders of the cannabis industry. I had so much fun talking to Andrew DeAngelo (both our cheeks were hurting at the end of the interview from laughing and smiling so much). Which is fitting because we discuss how cannabis has a very humorous teaching...

After 30+ ayahuasca journeys, I finally got to experience the Shipibo medicine with a direct lineage. It was a beautiful experience and a lot has changed for me since then. Overall, I feel ligher, brighter, and more comfortable in my skin. In this episode, I am giving you an integration update: what exactly has changed for me, what steps have I taken to integrate the insights, and what's different about me as a person?

Could this succulent from South Africa be a daily ally for managing anxiety and depression? Research says yes. Some of the active alkaloids found in Kanna have been well researched and are now prescribed for treating such mental health conditions. Not only is Kanna well researched, it is also legal and has very low risk profile.

Who knew that connection to music could get you to the point of having a psychedelic ego death and integrating your inner darkness? Or that a psychedelic experience at a music festival could help you understand the unintegrated darkness within humanity? Today I am sharing the story of my very first psychedelic ego death, which lead to profound insights and new understanding of my own human depth. I touch on the mind & spiritual prep I did, setting, what I gained from the experience, and...

Courtney Barnes is a attorney in the psychedelic & cannabis space. She thought she was "good" ... until she wasn't. Today, she is sharing her story of taking a step back from lawyering, in order to go inward. She shares about how her recent Ibogaine & Ayahuasca journeys have illuminated the depth of this work. As a result, she is better able to understand the nuances of policy and regulation around psychedelics.

Parents, artists, and my neurodivergent community... This one is for you! Welcome to The Journey: A podcast series that shines a light on real people on their psychedelic journey. This weeks guest is Karen De Luca: A visionary artist, photographer and mom. Karen shares her story of how she shifted from "who I am is not enough" to being at peace with her authentic self.

Let's talk about Kanna! This is a legal, safe and well-researched plant medicine from South Africa. In today's episode, Jenny and I are giving you an introduction to this little succulent, and sharing about our experince microdosing Kanna. As the season are changing, we are both experiencing a time of transition, which is the perfect time to do a microdosing protocol.

Ayahuasca and Psilocybin-containing mushrooms are a beautiful gift to humanity. As we explore these medicines in the West, we need to remember that we are entering a cultural paradigm that is different from our own. In this interview with Sr. Program Directors at Reunion Experience, we explore how we can show up to medicine in a good way.

What does it actually take to change your life with plant medicine? Iboga providers Elizabeth Bast and Chor Boogie know a thing or two about this. It took a lot of work for Chor to get clean from substance additions, and Elizabeth to heal her childhood trauma.

This episode will inspire any one who wants to cherish the sacredness of partying in an energizing and fulfilling way. It's time to shed light on conscious, intentional and powerful recreational containers! We talk about set, setting, integration, intention, and everything else to consider for grooving successfully with psychedelics.

Jennifer Chesak is an award-winning freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker based in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned her master of science degree in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill. And her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Healthline, Better Homes and Gardens, The Daily Beast, B*tch, and more. Her most recent book is The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental,...

It’s the ketamine episode you’ve been waiting for! Ketamine is not technically a (classic) psychedelic, yet it behaves like one. Many researchers and scientists in the psychedelic space consider it to be a psychedelic, and are applying the psychedelic assisted psychotherapy model to its use.

In this episode, I am sharing about my first experience sitting with Shipibo Ayahuasca, and my first time working with a direct lineage. This is part two, so if you haven’t listened to part 1, go back to episode 60 before hitting play!