GATEWAY SESSIONS

About GATEWAY SESSIONS

Welcome to the GATEWAY SESSIONS podcast, where we discuss the science of psychedelics, mental health, optimal human wellness, longevity, cutting edge nutrition and more science based tools for improving your life.

Category

health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Jun 2022

Latest episode

24 Oct 2023

Latest episodes

1 of 14 episodes have a transcript.

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   24 Oct 2023TRANSCRIPT

   Beyond the Biological Clock: New Frontiers in Female Longevity with Dr. Jennifer Garrison

   Welcome back to Gateway Sessions, the podcast that dives deep into the realms of health, wellness, psychedelics and longevity. I’m your host, Ariane Sommer, and today we are journeying into the microscopic landscape of our biology, specifically zeroing in on the secrets of female reproductive aging. This episode is not just for women, but for anyone interested in the complex dance between aging and vitality, and how the body's smallest components can have grand ramifications on our overall well-being. My guest is an illustrious figure in the field of aging research, Dr. Jennifer Garrison. She's an Assistant Professor at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, the world's first institution dedicated solely to unlocking the mysteries of aging. Her groundbreaking work also extends to her roles as Assistant Professor in Residence in Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology at UCSF, and Assistant Adjunct Professor at the Leonard Davis School of Gerontology at USC. In her laboratory—aptly named the Garrison Lab—Jennifer and her team explore cutting-edge topics like Neuropeptide Signaling, the role of Neuropeptides in Aging, and particularly for today's conversation, the Role of the Brain in Ovarian Aging. Their work brings a whole new dimension to how we perceive and understand menopause, essentially shifting the paradigm and pointing to the brain as the epicenter of this life-altering transition. Now, why should you care? Because this research could redefine the way we look at aging, not just for women, but for everyone. From the rapid aging of ovaries to the global effects that menopause has on bone health, cognitive functions, and even cardiovascular well-being; Jennifer's work has profound implications. So if you’ve ever wondered why reproductive longevity is crucial, what menopause may signal about your overall lifespan, or how future research might completely eliminate the need for things like IVF and egg freezing, then buckle up. We'll also delve into the controversial topic of hormone replacement therapy, discuss the potential risks and benefits of having or not having children, and envision a future where anti-fibrotic drugs and high-quality oocytes could redefine what aging means for women. Get ready to have your mind expanded and your perceptions about aging and vitality redefined. This is a conversation that pushes the boundaries of what we know, and ventures into what could be possible. In this episode with Dr. Jennifer, you'll discover: -Jennifer's journey into medicine was inspired by a desire to find a cure for AIDS...04:15 -Why reproductive longevity is essential to understanding a woman's overall health and vitality...06:05 -Why do ovaries age faster than other parts of the female body?...09:05 -Andropause, and how it affects both women and men...12:45 -We can predict a woman's lifespan based on when they enter menopause...15:40 -Is it possible to assess our menopausal cycle?...23:05 -Vast disparity in resources invested in women's vs. men's health...27:30 -Women need to be better informed on hormone replacement therapy(HRT)...30:25 -What's on the horizon for HRT?...36:00 -Anti-fibrotic drugs and means of extending the quality and lifespan of a woman's eggs...40:15 -Steps women can take to improve longevity for their reproductive system and beyond...45:30 -How bearing children affects a woman's reproductive health, for better or for worse...47:15 -How Jennifer maximizes her own health and vitality...49:20 -And much more... Resources mentioned: Global Consortium for...

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   12 May 2023

   The Power of Conversation (aided by psychedelics) in Confronting Extreme Emotional and Psychological Pain with Dr. Mark Goulston

   Get ready for an episode filled with wisdom, compassion and inspiration as we talk with the remarkable Dr. Mark Goulston, who has been admiringly described as a "people hacker". With his extensive experience as a psychiatrist, executive coach, and consultant to major organizations, Dr. Goulston has made a name for himself as a thought leader in the fields of leadership, empathy, and healing. He is the creator of the innovative process known as Surgical Empathy, which uses targeted and focused empathy to help people break through emotional and psychological blocks that impede their wellbeing and functioning in life. He has been a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at UCLA’s Neuropsychiatric Institute for over 20 years and has worked with numerous high-profile companies and organizations such as IBM, ESPN, and the FBI. Dr. Goulston is also a best-selling author, speaker, and passionate social activist, and his mission is to inspire people to make a positive change in the world. His books include "Just Listen: Discover the Secret to Getting Through to Absolutely Anyone," which ranked #1 in six Amazon categories and has been translated into 14 languages. Dr. Goulston has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, CNN and is the Cofounder of Heartfelt Leadership, an organization whose mission is “to identify, celebrate, pay tribute to, develop, empower, embolden and impassion heartfelt leaders to heal the world and then change it for the better.” As a former clinical interventional psychiatrist and professor of psychiatry, Dr. Goulston has also worked extensively on suicide prevention and has learned to "hack" into the minds of suicidal as well as potentially violent individuals to prevent acts of harm to themselves or others. In short, Dr. Goulston's experience and expertise make him an incredible resource for anyone looking to improve their communication skills, overcome self-defeating behavior, or cope with trauma and mental health challenges. Please join us as we learn from his insights on how to heal the world, one conversation at a time. In this discussion with Dr. Goulston, you'll discover: -Transactional relationships are like putting lipstick on the pain...04:00 -Psychedelics are an aid to regain control of your thoughts, emotions, etc...10:12 -Eight steps to helping a loved one overcome suicidal ideations...15:30 -The five "Reallys" to assist a loved one in dealing with anxiety and despair...23:56 -How Mark helped a group of businesspeople who were negatively affected by the covid pandemic...31:50 -Ways in which oxytocin is used therapeutically for issues specific to women...37:15 -Three steps to dealing with extreme emotions when triggered...39:40 -The two words men can't stand in conversation with spouses and others...48:10 -Love is the most powerful drug in the world...51:15 -And much more! Resources mentioned in this episode: Mark's website (https://markgoulston.com) Books by Mark Goulston (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-Goulston/author/B001IZ2O3W) My Wakeup Call Podcast (https://markgoulston.com/podcast/) Connect with our guest! LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/markgoulston/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmarkgoulston/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/markgoulston/)

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   12 Mar 2023

   Ethical Uses of Psychedelics in Optimizing Sexual Health with Dr. Molly Maloof

   Real human connection and love is the foundation of individual and collective wellbeing. The lack of true connection is at the root of many issues we are facing as a society. How can we create and deepen authentic connection? Our guest today is Dr. Molly Maloof, the founder and CEO of Adamo Bioscience, a company pioneering the science of love. Dr. Molly is passionately dedicated to radically extending health span and life span through her concierge medical practice, as well as her endeavors as an educator and entrepreneur. She has been at the cutting edge of using biohacking, functional medicine and personalized healthcare to maximize human potential. Dr. Molly has worked as an advisor or consultant to over 50 companies in the digital health, consumer health, and biotech industries. She provides personalized medicine to entrepreneurs, investors, technology executives, as well as numerous celebrities and teaches a course on health span in the Medical School at Stanford University. In her brand new book The Spark Factor: The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming Resilient, and Feeling Better Than Ever, Dr. Molly shares the knowledge and tools we need to create more energy, more love and more connection to live our best lives. In this discussion with, you'll discover: -Relationship quality is a major factor in our overall health...02:30 -A breakdown of the science of love...08:45 -Designing an ethics framework for psychedelics related to relationships...14:30 -Why the younger generation is hesitant to engage in sex...23:00 -How epigenetics connects to sexual dysfunction...26:30 -A brief overview of Dr. Maloof's new book The Spark Factor (https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063207206/)...29:10 -What kind of supplements are ideal for optimizing sexual health...37:00 -Questions to ask your doctor to begin the journey of optimizing your sexual health...43:55 -How to use trauma for good rather than bad...47:40 -Meditation and getting into a "flow state" is congruous with psychedelics...56:00 -And much more... Resources mentioned in this episode: Dr. Molly's personal website (https://drmolly.co) The Spark Factor (https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063207206/) Your Healthspan Journey course (https://yourhealthspanjourney.mystrikingly.com) Levels Health (https://www.levelshealth.com) Connect with our guest! Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drmolly.co/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MollyMaloofMD/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/mollymaloofmd)

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   23 Dec 2022

   A Brief History of the Prohibition, Decriminalization and Efficacy of MDMA with Clinical Therapist Charley Wininger

   Many still think of MDMA as a substance used by people in their early 20s going to festivals and raves. But new research has revealed MDMA's promise as a treatment, amongst other, for PTSD and depression. And our guest today sees it as a medicine that can be used to foster connection and enliven and deepen relationships, all through the adult lifespan, even and especially in advanced age. Charley Wininger is a licensed psychotherapist for over 30 years whose mission is to prove MDMA's efficacy as a therapeutic medicine, saying the so-called chemical of connection can offer emotional as well as social benefits to people in all stages of life. Charley is the author of Listening to Ecstasy: The Transformative Power of MDMA (https://www.amazon.com/Listening-Ecstasy-Transformative-Power-MDMA-ebook/dp/B0853F1WXG/). Part memoir and part guidebook, Wininger describes the profound effects MDMA has had on his practice as a psychotherapist, as well as enhancing his personal life and relationship with his wife Shelley, while providing data and advice for safe use and integration. In this discussion with Charley Wininger, you'll discover: -How writing Charley's book was a story of "coming out of the closet"...02:10 -How MDMA use has changed Charley as a person and as a therapist...04:45 -MDMA causes a "widening of consciousness" of the world around us and our reactions to it...08:55 -The history of MDMA, legal prohibition, and subsequent decriminalization of it...12:40 -Benefits that couples experience with MDMA therapy...19:30 -The co-creation and curation of a romantic relationship by way of MDMA...22:00 -How does accessing self-love change a person?...26:05 -Misconceptions and prejudices in society regarding MDMA and other psychedelics...30:25 -Connection with others is key to quality of life, and how MDMA facilitates that...34:40 -Why Charley believes psychedelics is a key antidote to many of society's ills...38:30 -Charley's opinion of Tim Leary...42:42 -Safety precautions when it comes to using MDMA...44:10 -What would the world look like if MDMA were more mainstream?...50:30 -And much more! Resources mentioned in this episode: Charley's website (https://www.charleywininger.com/) Listening to Ecstasy: The Transformative Power of MDMA (https://www.amazon.com/Listening-Ecstasy-Transformative-Power-MDMA-ebook/dp/B0853F1WXG/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCub9HksGXLGycXv3Y0CUSBA) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cjwininger/)

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   16 Dec 2022

   Elite Military Officer Utilizing Psychedelics to Heal PTSD, Depression and Anxiety (Neil Markey of Beckley Retreats)

   There are millions of people around the world who are looking for healing and wellbeing through psychedelics. And the emerging psychedelic wellness industry is looking to help and serve these people. What does it take to manage the daily routine of a psychedelic wellness venture? What are the biggest challenges and how do you establish safe protocols? How do you ensure proper integration and what are the key differences between a retreat and a clinical experience with psychedelics? Today's guest has answers to these questions. Neil Markey is the Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats (Beckley Retreats), a space offering comprehensive psilocybin assisted therapy retreats. Prior to getting his MBA in Finance and Economics at Columbia University, Neil was a Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion and was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Neil credits mindfulness and psychedelics with his own profound healing from depression and PTSD, and his journey of healing himself in the past has grown into a journey of assisting the healing of many others in the present. In this discussion with, you'll discover: -How "losing your mind" can work for your benefit...02:30 -How elite military training has assisted Neil's journey with psychedelics and business...05:22 -Using psychedelics as a productive means of healing (vs. illicit drugs and alcohol)...10:00 -How Beckley Retreats (https://www.beckleyretreats.com/) brings about healing via psychedelics...16:00 -Anecdotal evidence of the efficacy of the retreats...22:40 -Meet the matriarch of psychedelic research upon which current practices rest...29:07 -The biggest challenges in running a psychedelic retreat...34:45 -The intensive screening process for qualifying retreat attendees...39:00 -How psychedelics help us get in touch with our inner self...42:00 -And much more! Resources mentioned in this episode: Beckley Retreats (https://www.beckleyretreats.com) Mindfulness for Business Leaders retreat Connect with our guest! LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/beckley-retreats/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/beckleyretreats/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/beckleyretreats/)

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   10 Dec 2022

   Efforts to Destigmatize and Decriminalize Psilocybin in Canada with TheraPsil CEO Spencer Hawkswell

   Psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, as well as other psychedelics are being researched as mental health treatments for issues like PTSD, depression, or anxiety. Psilocybin in particular holds great promise to alleviate terminally ill patient’s end-of-life or illness related distress. Our guest today is at the forefront of the fight for the right to have legal access to therapeutic psychedelics. Spencer Hawkswell is the CEO at TheraPsil, a non-profit group of healthcare professionals, patients and advocates dedicated to facilitating legal access to psilocybin-assisted therapy for terminally ill patients in Canada. Since 2019, Therapsil has successfully advocated for patients and healthcare practitioners, helping dozens to gain Section 56 Exemptions and launched a training program for qualified health care practitioners to offer psilocybin assisted therapy. Spencer believes that responsible drug policy requires effective organization and leadership and is focused on bringing together the experts and advocates, to facilitate change that results in increased access to compassionate care, harm reduction, and treatment options for those in need. In this discussion with Spencer Hawkswell, you'll discover: -Spencer's personal journey into the realm of psilocybin...03:00 -Efforts to change medicinal laws in Canada for the better...07:00 -Bigger obstacles to gaining traction in the psilocybin world as a young man...10:15 -Spencer's mother a catalyst to his success...15:05 -Psilocybin an aid to "end of life stress" and extreme anxiety...17:30 -The present legal landscape in Canada regarding psilocybin and psychedelic medicines...22:45 -Encouraging news regarding the immediate future of TheraPsil...29:20 -And much more! Resources mentioned in this episode: TheraPsil Website (https://therapsil.ca/) Connect with our guest! Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/therapsil/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Therapsil/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG7KAXDjoNH2i05KGW3vmsw)

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   8 Dec 2022

   How Psychedelics are Changing the Old Paradigms of Societal Hierarchies with Anne Philippi of The New Health Club

   The topic of psychedelic medicines has become part of the global conversation, also because of the mental health challenges we are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The paradigm of mental health is shifting. Famous universities are engaged in cutting edge research, hundreds of millions of dollars are raised to invest into psychedelic medicines and the global psychedelics market is projected to reach $8 Billion by 2029. We are currently witnessing the psychedelic renaissance. However, proponents of psychedelic treatments can still encounter scepticism, which is, amongst other, an after effect of the so called "War on Drugs" launched in the Nixon era, the misinformed policies of which are today considered a failure by many. The antidote is easily approachable information. Today's guest Anne Philippi is the founder of The New Health Club (https://www.thenewhealthclub.de/), the platform launched in 2019 with a podcast and newsletter, creating a space where CEOs, founders, investors, scientists and therapists from the new psychedelic ecosystem and business could talk about the disruptive power of psychedelics and new markets, compounds and psychedelic medicine. The New Health Club is currently evolving into a venture to provide access to legal, safe and vetted psychedelic treatments and experiences. Anne is on a mission to inform and change the narrative of psychedelic medicines and to spread awareness of the power and promise of psychedelics for healing the mind and body. In this discussion with Anne Philippi, you'll discover: -Anne's personal journey into the realm of psychedelics...03:30 -The transformative catalyst in Anne's life...10:30 -Vastly differing views on psychedelics due to differing societal norms around the globe...23:43 -Means of justly compensating the forebears of psychedelic practices (indigenous communities)...31:51 -How psychedelics assist in reconciling traumas from our past...43:40 -Psychedelics a modality in improving work environments...48:10 -Unique approaches of The New Health Club in removing the stigma of psychedelics...56:00 -There is no "one size fits all" approach to psychedelics...1:06:56 -And much more! Connect with our guest! WEBSITES New Health Club website (https://www.thenewhealthclub.de/) The New Health Club Show (https://www.thenewhealthclub.de/podcast) SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/the.newhealthclub/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/thenewhealthclub/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZwe5YbAOZLrw1U2-7DfaSw)

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   23 Nov 2022

   How Maya Health is Making Psychedelics Safe for Public Benefit with Founder and CEO David Champion.

   An important part in the emerging field of psychedelic medicines is the use of technology to gather and disseminate data. Today we welcome David Champion on Gateway Sessions. David is the CEO of Maya Health, a company focused on providing psychedelic practitioners with the information and technology they need to scale psychedelic healthcare smartly and safely. Maya is designed to leverage data and analytics to power and empower the ecosystem of researchers, policy makers, therapists and practitioners at the frontier of mental healthcare. In this discussion with David Champion, you'll discover: -David's personal journey to becoming an expert in the realm of psychedelics...02:00 -The mission and parameters of Maya Health, a Colorado Public Benefit Corporation...07:15 -Next steps after raising necessary startup funds for Maya Health...10:15 -Ariane explains her role with, and the overarching mission of Gateway Sciences...17:05 -Success stories from the nascent epoch of Maya Health...21:00 -Ketamine used as a modality for healing and connection with our divine nature...30:13 -How to connect with Maya Health and get involved with their mission...39:01 Resources mentioned in this episode: Maya Health (https://www.mayahealth.com) David Champion (https://www.dschampion.com) david@mayahealth.com (mailto:david@mayahealth.com) Connect with our guest! David's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dschampion/) Maya Health Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mayahealth) Maya Health Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/maya.psychedelic.health)

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   10 Nov 2022

   Musical Improv a Modality of Healing, About the “Drama Triangle”, and Investing Wisely in the Psychedelic Realm with Marik Hazan

   The modern state of psychedelics is exciting as well as daunting. What does it mean to invest in the business of psychedelics and how is the legal landscape evolving after decades of research into compounds that show promise for trauma-based mental health disorders, addictions and more? How can and must this field be navigated ethically and with high integrity? And what implications does the profound cultural shift we are currently experiencing with regards to psychedelics have? Today on Gateway Sessions we have the privilege to hear from Marik Hazan, a thought leader and venture capitalist in the psychedelic space. Marik is an engineer, advocate, entrepreneur, and investor who has worked across “counter culture” industries. He founded the first incubator focused on psychedelic startups and runs the world’s largest psychedelics conference, Psyched. He is the founding partner of Tabula Rasa Ventures (https://www.tabularasa.ventures/), the premiere accelerator fund for early stage psychedelic companies and is the CEO of Energia Holdings Inc., an organization building the future of health by turning healthcare’s blindspots into preventative care solutions. In this discussion with Marik, you'll discover: -How Psychedelics are a small cog in the overall machinery of society...02:30 -The mission of Tabula Rasa Ventures...05:45 -Common misconceptions regarding psychedelics...09:42 -Challenges and pitfalls in investing in psychedelics...14:40 -Is now the right time to invest in psychedelics?...19:30 -Indicators of healthy (and unhealthy) investments in the psychedelic space...24:50 -What inspired Marik to advocate for human rights...31:58 -An overview of the "Drama Triangle"...39:12 -How the narrative of the entrepreneur is changing...42:15 -How community and psychedelics intertwine for the betterment of humanity...44:54 -Musical improvisation one of the most potent modalities of healing human emotions...47:30 Resources mentioned in this episode: Tabula Rasa Ventures (https://www.tabularasa.ventures/) Conscious Capitalism by John Mackey (https://amzn.to/3hz0qz0) Gateway Sessions podcast w/ Dr. Rachel Yehuda (https://gatewaysciences.com/captivate-podcast/dr-rachel-yehuda) Connect with our guest! Tabula Rasa Ventures (https://www.tabularasa.ventures/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marik-hazan-32724256/)

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    27 Oct 2022

    Where Are We in the “Psychedelic Renaissance” with Dr. Ben Sessa of Awakn Sciences.

    We are currently witnessing the unfolding of the Psychedelic Time. Major global neuroscience research institutes are focusing on psychedelic research projects. The field of psychedelics is not fringe anymore. It is part of cutting edge neuroscience and healthcare research. And it is where psychiatry is heading. Our guest today is at the forefront of psychedelic research and may be the only person who has legally taken MDMA, LSD, DMT, ketamine and psilocybin. We are thrilled to have Dr. Ben Sessa, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at Awakn Life Sciences join Gateway Sessions today. Awakn Life Sciences is a biotechnology company researching, developing, and commercializing psychedelic therapeutics to treat addiction with a near-term focus on Alcohol Use Disorder. Recently featured on the Netflix documentary series How To Change Your Mind, Ben has been a leading voice in psychedelic research in the UK for over 15 years through his affiliations with Imperial College London. Ben qualified as a medical doctor from UCL in 1997 and went on to specialize in psychiatry where has worked in the field of addictions and trauma with children, adolescents, as well as adult patients for 30 years. Ben was one of the first medical cannabis psychiatric prescribers in the UK and is an approved and registered MDMA, ketamine and psilocybin therapist. He has led research into MDMA assisted therapy for Alcohol Use Disorder and is published widely in the academic and medical press. Ben is also the author of the critically acclaimed books The Psychedelic Renaissance, as well as Altered States and the novel To Fathom Hell or Soar Angelic. In this discussion with Dr. Sessa, you'll discover: -How Dr. Sessa has (legally) taken ketamine, MDMA, psilocybin and many more psychedelics as part of research protocols...03:10 -What phase of the Psychedelic Renaissance are we currently in?...04:00 -How the psychedelic renaissance differs in principle from the counter culture of the 1960's...06:00 -Where is the general public and policymakers in regards to the psychedelic movement?...10:10 -How to avoid mistakes from the past regarding psychedelic use...14:20 -How Dr. Sessa's work and ideology regarding psychedelics is received by his peers and colleagues...17:00 -What's on the horizon at Awakn Sciences...19:00 -How does ketamine therapy work, and what to expect before and after treatment...22:45 -The "integration" process used with the treatments available at Awakn Sciences...28:55 -The frequency and efficacy of ketamine and MDMA treatments...32:30 -The profound difference between clinical and recreational use of psychedelics...36:15 -The nature of "come downs" and precautions to take to avoid them...39:42 -Timeframes on the legality and accessibility of clinical psychedelics...42:20 -Various forms of PTSD, and why Dr. Sessa has very little experience treating combat veterans...44:23 -Legality of cannabis in the U.S. and the UK, and its relation to psychedelic use...49:01 -Educational resources to learn more about Awakn Sciences and psychedelic use in general...52:45 -And much more! Resources mentioned: Awakn Life Sciences (https://awaknlifesciences.com) website Dr. Ben Sessa (http://www.drsessa.com) website Altered States (https://www.amazon.com/Wooden-Books-Spinner-Pack/dp/1904263852/) book The Psychedelic Renaissance (https://www.amazon.com/Psychedelic-Renaissance-Reassessing-Century-Psychiatry/dp/1913274276/) book To Fathom...

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    21 Jun 2022

    Holistic Psychiatrist Ellen Vora On Avoidable and Purposeful Anxiety, Ayahuasca, How Alcohol Affects GABA Levels, and More

    Mental health and wellbeing is crucial to our overall existence, and it seems like we're talking about these topics more so than ever. The traditional Western model often relies on prescribing medications to manage symptoms in order to function. And while these medications have a place and can relieve a lot of suffering from many people, there is the issue of the one size approach that is not a fit for all and also the issue of not going to and resolving the source of the problem in many cases. My guest today is taking a new approach to mental health. Dr. Ellen Vora graduated from Columbia University Medical School and received a BA from Yale University. She's also board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist and yoga teacher. Dr. Vora takes a functional medicine approach to mental health considering the whole person and addressing the problem at the root rather than reflexively prescribing medication to suppress symptoms. Ellen specializes in depression, anxiety, insomnia, women's mental health, adult ADHD, bipolar, auto-immunity and digestive issues and she is currently writing a book about anxiety. In this discussion with Dr. Ellen Vora, you'll discover: -Dr. Ellen Vora's definition of "holistic psychiatry"... -Somatic healing and extreme stress relief... -New treatments possible with Ayahuasca and psychedelics... -Distinguishing between clinical and "normal" depression... -How the stuff we put in our body contributes to "avoidable" anxiety... -Media exploits that unhealthy hankering for "purposeful" anxiety... -Offline community (face to face) with like-minded people as a solution for anxiety... -Adverse Childhood Experiences are like poison to the body... -Psychedelics used for anti-aging strategies... -Dr. Ellen's best practices to achieve optimal mental and spiritual wellness...

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    20 Jun 2022

    Microdosing, The Impending Legalization of Psychedelics and The Link Between Psychedelic Use and Connecting To Our Separate Self with Paul Austin

    We are currently witnessing a psychedelic revolution. Top universities like Johns Hopkins, Berkeley and NYU are giving psychedelics the serious treatment, studying the therapeutic effects of psilocybin, MDMA, LSD, ketamine and others. We're also collectively undergoing an evolution of our perception of these substances, becoming aware of their transformative potential for healing us individually and collectively. Psychiatry may never be the same. Ketamine treatments are already legal and psilocybin and MDMA are poised to become legal in 2023. And it's not just universities that want in, Wall Street does too. Psychedelics is the biggest boom business since marijuana. Some even say that psychedelics may help us save ourselves and the planet. Today, I'm talking with Paul Austin, a 21st century pioneer in the field of the responsible use of psychedelics for healing, leadership, and personal transformation. He has been featured on the BBC, in Forbes, and in Rolling Stone for his accomplishments in entrepreneurship regarding social awareness of the benefits of microdosing psychedelics. Paul is the author of the book, Microdosing Psychedelics: A Practical Guide to Upgrade Your Life and is the founder of two companies in the emerging psychedelics space, Third Wave and Synthesis. Paul's mission is to help steward humanity 2.0 contributing to greater individual and collective wellbeing by normalizing responsible psychedelic use. In this episode, you'll discover... -Paul's personal psychedelic story... -The post-psychedelic inspiration behind the "No Bullshit" tattoo Paul has on his chest... -The history of psychedelic use and how Paul's two companies came to be... -What's in store for the decriminalization of psychedelics and what states are already on board... -How psychedelics help us connect to our separate self and what to expect from the Synthesis Retreat... -How psilocybin truffles compare to cubensis mushrooms (magic mushrooms)... -How microdosing can actually upgrade our lives... -How microdosing helps upgrade us in leadership, teamwork and empathy... -About Ariane's upcoming first ketamine treatment... -Pros and cons of ketamine becoming more available to the public... -The future of legalization and psychedelic use across the globe... -Paul's best practices... Resources mentioned: -Paul's book: Microdosing Psychedelics: A Practical Guide to Upgrade Your Life (https://www.paulaustin.co/book) -The Third Wave (https://thethirdwave.co/)

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    19 Jun 2022

    Dr. Rachel Yehuda On MDMA and Psilocybin Treatments for PTSD, Biological and Generational Trauma Studied in Holocaust Survivors.

    At present, we're witnessing exciting developments with regards to novel and effective treatments for trauma and PTSD. There have been compelling results using substances like MDMA and psilocybin, and they could become absolute game changers with how we treat individual and maybe even collective suffering and trauma in the future. My guest today, Dr. Rachel Yehuda, is the director of the Center for the Study of Psychedelic Psychotherapy and a professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Yehuda has researched trauma and its treatment for three decades. She has authored more than 450 published papers in the field of trauma and resilience. Her work with populations, including military veterans and Holocaust survivors, has revealed the underlying biology of trauma and PTSD, including its intergenerational effects. In our discussion with Dr. Yehuda, you'll learn... -Why the government is suddenly interested in psychedelics again...03:15 -MDMA treatment for PTSD...04:55 -Pharmacologic effects of MDMA and how it helps heal...07:30 -Effectiveness of therapeutic MDMA treatment...11:50 -How trauma affects us biologically...15:50 -Intergenerational trauma link and Intergeneration transmission...27:25 -What influenced Rachel to become a scientist...35:15 -Psilocybin for therapeutic PTSD treatment...37:05 -The importance of bullet-proof science in studying psychedelics for therapy...38:05 -Dr. Yehuda's experience from therapeutic MDMA...44:15 -Rachel's best practices...47:35

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    18 Jun 2022

    Retired Navy SEAL Nick Norris on Optimizing Sleep, Use of Ibogaine to Heal and Improve Performance, The #1 Characteristic of a High Performing Team and Much More!

    Navy SEAL teams are renowned worldwide to be at the absolute top of their game, physically and mentally. It takes a very strong mindset and endurance to become part of this elite group of highly trained warriors. My guest today, Nick Norris is a graduate of both the United States Naval Academy and Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL Class 247. Upon completion of SEAL training in 2004, Nick assumed progressively higher positions of leadership within Naval Special Warfare. His deployed roles included combat advisor to Iraqi and Afghan military units, Cross Functional Team Leader, and Ground Force Commander during combat operation in both Iraq and Afghanistan. After transitioning off Active Duty, Nick had to battle with depression, and after all other treatments failed, he went an unusual route and sought treatment with ibogaine. This is the psychoactive substance found in plants like Iboga. The compound ibogaine is currently getting a lot of attention via international clinical studies as a treatment for addictions and also for issues such as depression. Nick's mission today is helping others heal and optimize their lives. He is the executive director of the C4 Foundation, which provides support and resources through science-based programs to active duty Navy SEALs and their families. He is a board member of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions, a nonprofit focused on ending the veteran suicide epidemic via resources, research, and advocacy related to psychedelic assisted therapy. Nick is also the co-founder and CEO of Protekt Products, a wellness company that focuses on personal care products and nutritional supplements. Both Protekt, and the C4 Foundation value the power of time spent in the outdoors and the positive impact it has on overall wellbeing. In our conversation with Nick, you'll discover... -Why Nick decided to become a Navy SEAL... -How to avoid being impacted by other people's negative opinions... -About Nicks preparation for Navy SEAL qualification... -Why high stress training made Nick better in combat... -The role of failure in success... -#1 characteristic of successful high performance teams... -Nick's transition from military to private sector life... -Nick's use of ibogaine as a healing modality... -If you fear losing your "warrior edge" when taking plant medicine... -How Nick's ibogaine experience improved his physical performance... -How Protekt helps others with performance... -Nick's tips on better sleep... -Nick's practices... -What's next for Nick...

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Beyond the Biological Clock: New Frontiers in Female Longevity with Dr. Jennifer Garrison

Published 24 Oct 2023 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Can you name those that do? Yeah, yeah. Actually, it's really, it's a very small list. It's humans. And some toothed whales, so short fined pilot whales, beluga's, killer whales, and narwhals. So one could argue the coolest whales. And then there's some debate about whether a racist macaques, which is a species of monkey, ghost, womenopause, they have some features of menopause, but other features they don't have. And then I think I heard recently something about maybe giraffes go through menopause, but there's very few species that really go through a true menopause. So we are definitely in the minority and we do not understand why this is an area of active research to try to understand what the differences are between the species that go through menopause and those that don't. […]

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