This episode encapsulates a wild and mystical discussion between host Matt Xian and his guest Mike Brancatelli. Mike is the host of the Mikeadelic podcast, and has a history in the world of comedy. He shares the story of leaving comedy and exploring plant medicines and psychedelics while backpacking across the world. The two go deep into the topics of set and setting and integration of altered state experiences. Mike also shares his stories of the times he met with medicine men and women, known as shamans.