Jordan Ryan engages with Mike Morgan to explore his transition from law enforcement to embracing plant medicine. Mike shares his experiences with the emotional toll of policing, trauma, and PTSD, leading to his discovery of Ayahuasca. They discuss the stigma surrounding plant-based medicines and the profound personal transformation Mike experienced during his first Ayahuasca ceremony. The conversation touches on CBD-infused coffee, legalities, and benefits, as well as the importance of integration post-ceremony. Mike reflects on evolving perceptions of strength, vulnerability, and community support. The episode emphasizes the potential of plant medicine to challenge big pharma and promote healing.

(0:00) Introduction and sponsor mention

(0:36) Mike Morgan's background in law enforcement and journey to plant medicine

(2:24) The stigma around seeking help and coping mechanisms in law enforcement

(7:02) First night on the job: violence and the emotional toll

(14:36) Trauma, PTSD, and the transition to retirement

(22:16) Discovering Ayahuasca and confronting stigma around plant-based medicines

(23:22) CBD infused coffee: legalities and benefits

(27:08) The first Ayahuasca ceremony and profound personal transformation

(33:02) Spiritual perspectives and the importance of integration post-Ayahuasca

(37:51) The evolving perception of strength, vulnerability, and journaling

(43:59) Overcoming struggles with self-worth and detachment from outcomes

(49:02) Transitioning roles and addressing generational trauma

(51:22) New beliefs about vulnerability, emotion, and addiction recovery

(55:09) The importance of community support and checking in on others

(56:43) The unifying potential of plant medicine and challenging big pharma

(59:40) Closing thoughts and where to find Mike Morgan