In this episode of The Psychedelic Mindscape, Victoria Lauren sits down with Justin Coats, a passionate leader in AI integration and personal development. From his journey in the Marine Corps to co-founding neesh.ai, Justin’s unique perspective merges technological advancement with a deep commitment to preserving human connection. They discuss the intersections of AI, leadership, and psychedelics, exploring how intentional use of AI can enhance, rather than replace, human interaction and self-understanding.

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Mindscape Victoria Lauren sits down with April Pride, a Seattle-based serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind Van der Pop and SetSet. April shares her journey from launching cannabis lifestyle brands to creating platforms focused on psychedelic education and integration for women. The conversation delves into her experiences in leadership, the role of psychedelics in personal growth, and the importance of creating supportive, accessible resources for women exploring psychedelics.

Episode highlights include:

- April's transition from creating a cannabis lifestyle brand (Van der Pop) to launching SetSet, a platform for psychedelic education and integration

- April’s personal connection to psychedelics and their role in her creative process and women's health advocacy

- Insights on creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurial fearlessness, especially in light of personal challenges such as divorce

- How women’s fertility cycle and estrogen levels influence psychedelic interactions with serotonin receptors

Resources Mentioned:

- Van der Pop: A cannabis lifestyle brand for women

- SetSet: A clinician-approved women-forward platform for psychedelic education and integration

- SetSet Show Podcast: April’s exploration of cannabis and psychedelics

Where to Connect with April Pride:

- Website https://www.aprilpride.com/

- LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilpride/

- Instagram @getsetset

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We are back with part 2 of my story! A huge thank you to John and Tony with The Present Professional Podcast for interviewing me about my work with executives in startups and small businesses.

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Dr. Sabrina Hadeed is a seasoned psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health space. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and a Master’s degree in Existential Phenomenological Psychology. Sabrina is also the author of the upcoming book Microdose Your Marriage and the host of a podcast by the same name.

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We conclude with a discussion on the different approaches to psychedelic-assisted couples therapy, whether for strengthening intimacy, gaining clarity, or mindfully ending a relationship.

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Rob Sanchez is a product expert in the cannabis industry with over 13 years of experience in cultivation, cannabis software, product management, and compliance. He has contributed to six different seed to sale and point of sale software companies and writes for Apartment 113, Fat Nugs Magazine, ILGM, and Sensi Seeds. Rob is also the host of the Apartment 113 Cannabis and Psychedelics Podcast.

In this solo episode of The Psychedelic Mindscape, Victoria delves into her unique life journey that spans from a childhood in Alaska, through international experiences, to her current work in psychedelic leadership. This episode offers an intimate glimpse into her life, exploring themes of cultural adaptation, personal growth, and the transformative power of psychedelics.

Murray Rodgers is the author of The Psychedelic CEO: An Explorer’s Journey into Psychedelics and a New Era of Business Leadership, in which he redefines what it means to be a CEO: Conscious, Empathetic and Open.

Henry Winslow is the founder of Tricycle Day, a free twice-a-week newsletter on psychedelic research, policy, and business that's actually fun to read. With a professional background in healthcare, marketing, and yoga, he's now focused on making psychedelic education accessible to all.

Henry’s personal psychedelic journey began in NY as a full-time yoga teacher deeply interested in non-dual states of consciousness and samadhi. His first significant psychedelic experience with Bufo Alvarius (5-MeO-DMT) led to a transformative state of unconditional love and oneness.

In my conversation with Henry we dive into:

- Silent meditation retreats (Vipassana) and the interplay between meditation and psychedelics.

- Founding an NFT studio centered on a psychedelic cult narrative during the NFT craze.

- The genesis of Tricycle Day and the aim to make psychedelic education accessible and entertaining.

We also explore current trends in politics:

- Anticipated FDA approval of MDMA for PTSD treatment and its potential impact.

- Ongoing decriminalization efforts and their significance in the broader context of cognitive liberty and mental health crisis management.

- Overview of different state approaches to psychedelic legalization and decriminalization (Oregon, Colorado, Utah, and the new bill in New York).

We conclude with the potential for psychedelics in corporate wellness programs, including microdosing for creativity and ideation sessions.

Episode Links:

- Tricycle Day Newsletter

- Heroic Hearts Project: Supporting veterans with psychedelic therapy.

- Enthea: Health insurance administrator that facilitates access to psychedelic-assisted therapy as an employee benefit.

- S.N. Goenka Vipassana: 10-day silent meditation retreats.

- Dr. Bronners

Where to find Henry Winslow:

- Newsletter: TricycleDay.com

- Instagram: @TricycleDay

- LinkedIn: Henry Winslow

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In this episode, Victoria Lauren speaks with Dr. Douglas Wingate, an expert in integrative neurorehabilitation and psychedelic therapy. Dr. Wingate discusses his journey from personal experience with chronic pain to a career in Chinese medicine, neuroscience, and psychedelics. They delve into the intersections of neurorehabilitation and psychedelics, exploring how these substances can support brain health, particularly after traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and strokes.

Highlights Include:

- The natural increase in neuroplasticity following neurotrauma and how psychedelics can potentially reopen critical windows of development

- Gul Dolen's research on critical periods and the potential of psychedelics to enhance neurorehabilitation.

- Considerations for patient readiness and sensory sensitivity in determining the appropriateness of psilocybin therapy

- The intersection of TBI and complex PTSD, particularly in veterans

- The use of virtual reality (VR) and gamification in neurorehabilitation

- The potential benefits and considerations of microdosing for chronic pain management

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Website acuneuromodulation.com

7 Gates Sanctuary psilocybin service center

Books: "Healing Brain Injury Naturally," "Healing Brain Injury with Chinese Medical Approaches," "Atlas of Neural Network Acupuncture," and "Circuits and Shen: Models of the Evolution of Consciousness and Chinese Medicine."

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In this episode, Victoria Lauren sits down with Cam Leids, the host of The TripSitting Podcast and an entrepreneur who helps people book psychedelic retreats through his business, Conscious Retreats. Cam shares his journey and views on drugs - from discovering the profound impacts of psychedelics on his personal and professional life to the misuse and gatekeeping of medicine he has witnessed in upper echelons.