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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Wade Lightheart, co-founder and president of BiOptimizers.
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Wade shares his journey from bodybuilding to creating one of the world's best supplement brands. He discusses the importance of digestive health, the role of enzymes and probiotics, and how plant medicine experiences have shaped his philosophy on health and consciousness. Wade emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to wellness that combines physical, mental, and spiritual practices.
Wade T. Lightheart is a Certified Sports Nutritionist Advisor and president/director of education and co-founder of BIOptimizers. As a plant-based and drug-free athlete for more than two decades, Wade is a three-time National Natural Bodybuilding Champion who competed in both the IFBB Mr. Universe and the INBA Natural Olympia by the age of 31. At the age of 50, Wade came out of retirement to win the Open Men’s and Grand Master’s Categories at the INBA Ironman International, then competed at The PNBA Natural Olympia. Six months later, Wade successfully ran his first marathon in four hours.
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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Tonia Erin, a psychedelic practitioner and graduate of The Psychedelic Coaching Institute’s Practitioner Training Program.
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Tonia shares her journey from a successful career in tech at Adobe to becoming a psychedelic coach and startup founder. She discusses her work with Energy.Work, a platform bridging technology and spirituality, and explores the potential of ultra-low dose 5-MeO-DMT. Tonia also delves into the importance of bringing feminine energy into psychedelic work and the value of ceremony and ritual in personal development.
Tonia Erin's life’s work is woven from threads of deep spiritual inquiry and a heartfelt calling to facilitate transformation and healing. Having ventured through the realms of technology and leadership, she found her true passion in bridging the ancient wisdom of earth-based practices with modern approaches to personal growth.
For over two decades, Tonia immersed herself in the tech industry, where she led teams and pioneered innovative projects. Yet, beneath the surface, she was cultivating a rich, inner landscape through her studies and practices in spirituality and self-development. Her journey took a transformative turn when she embraced the profound teachings of psychedelics, which deepened her relationships with herself and the world around her.
Driven by a vision to support others on their paths to self-discovery, she left the corporate world to dedicate herself to coaching and healing work. She is a certified coach specializing in psychedelic preparation and integration with a passion for creating sacred spaces and facilitating ceremonies that honor the rites of passage that unfold throughout our lives.
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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Dr. Matthew Dawson, co-founder and CEO of Wild Health.
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Dr. Dawson shares his journey from sports to medicine, highlighting the importance of movement and play in human well-being. He discusses Wild Health's innovative approach, combining cutting-edge technology with reconnecting people to nature.
Dr. Matthew Dawson attended medical school at The University of Kentucky before completing his residency in emergency medicine at The University of Utah, where he served as both chief resident and fellow. He has practiced medicine and was an associate professor at the University of Kentucky for 7 years, with an acute interest in functional medicine and, later, genomics. Dr. Dawson's obsession with performance optimization began well before medical school. Dr. Dawson crystallized this approach to providing patients with true health care, rather than sick care, by building Wild Health – a Precision Medicine service providing personalized, genetics-based care to help patients achieve optimal wellbeing. Dr. Dawson also co-hosts the Wild Health Podcast.
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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Dr. Stephen Thayer, a clinical psychologist and lead trainer for psychedelic therapists at Numinus.
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Dr. Thayer shares his journey from military psychologist to psychedelic-assisted therapy specialist, discussing his personal experiences with ketamine and psilocybin. He explores the integration of psychedelics into therapy and coaching, highlighting the distinctions between these roles. Dr. Thayer emphasizes the importance of facilitator training and personal psychedelic experiences, making a compelling case for evidence-based psychedelic mental healthcare alongside ceremonial or spiritual contexts.
Note: This conversation was recorded in May 2024, prior to the FDA's decision on Lykos Therapeutics' MDMA-assisted therapy clinical trial for PTSD. The recent FDA ruling, which requested additional studies, will impact some of the information discussed regarding MDMA's path to medical approval. However, we believe this episode remains valuable for its insights into the broader landscape of psychedelic therapy, practitioner training, and the ongoing evolution of the field. Enjoy!
Dr. Steve Thayer, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who specializes in psychedelic-assisted therapy practice, training, and research. He began his career in the U.S. Air Force where he led mental health care teams, provided therapeutic and assessment services, and counseled military leadership about community mental health concerns. As an adjunct professor, Dr. Thayer has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in counseling skills, clinical psychology, and personality theory. He has served as the lead therapist on several psychedelic medicine clinical trials and currently consults for Compass Pathways as a mentor to the therapists working on their phase 3 trial of psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression. Dr. Thayer is the Lead Instructor for Numinus's psychedelic-assisted therapy certification program and co-hosts Numinus's podcast, Psychedelic Therapy Frontiers. Dr. Thayer has a private therapy and coaching practice where he helps people resolve the unconscious blocks keeping them from creating the happiness, wealth, freedom, and relationships they crave.
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In this bonus episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, recorded live on Third Wave's community platform, Paul F. Austin welcomes Maria Dimakos, a Greek lineage holder, medicine woman, and graduate of The Psychedelic Coaching Institute's Practitioner Certification Program.
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Maria shares her journey from corporate success to becoming a spiritual teacher and psychedelic practitioner. She discusses her experiences as a death doula, her deep connection to Greek heritage, and the transformative power of psychedelic experiences. Maria also explores her vision for resurrecting mystery schools in Greece and creating healing temples that honor ancient wisdom while embracing modern practices. Join future live recordings by setting up a free account at community.thethirdwave.co.
Maria Sophia is a spiritual teacher who transitioned from a successful career in start-ups and Fortune 500 companies to embrace her authentic intuitive gifts. Despite achieving corporate success, Maria felt limited in expressing her full potential in traditional work environments. Her journey of self-discovery led her to dedicate more time to spiritual practices, where she found a community that recognized and valued her unique abilities. This shift in perspective empowered Maria to fully embrace her spiritual gifts and channel them into serving others. Now, as a spiritual teacher, she guides individuals to access their own innate "superpowers" by encouraging them to look inward rather than seeking external validation. Maria's approach combines her corporate experience with spiritual insight, helping clients unlock their authentic intuitive gifts for personal growth and fulfillment.
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Join host Paul F. Austin in a special live episode recorded at Psychedelic Horizons in Malibu in June, 2024, with guests Louie Schwartzberg, Lauren Taus, and Bá Minuzzi.
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This engaging discussion explores themes of resilience, systems change, and inspired living, focusing on the intersection of psychedelics and conscious entrepreneurship. Discover insights on personal transformation, community building, and the evolving psychedelic landscape. Don't miss this unique conversation from the forefront of the psychedelic renaissance.
Louie Schwartzberg: Director of "Fantastic Fungi" and a pioneer in high-end time-lapse cinematography, Louie supports clinical research with visual imagery, bringing a visionary lens to the benefits of psilocybin mushrooms.
Lauren Taus: Founder of Inbodied Life, Lauren is a clinical therapist trained by MAPS. Her work focuses on ecologies of healing, supporting liberation, and integrating societal systems for growth and healing.
Bá Minuzzi: Entrepreneur and conscious investor, Bá leads wealth management for high-net-worth clients with UMANA. She champions psychedelic medicine as a transformative force for societal change.
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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Hamilton Souther, a master shaman and innovator in plant medicine.
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Hamilton shares his journey from the tech-driven San Jose Bay Area to the Amazon, where he found his calling in shamanic plant medicine. He discusses founding Blue Morpho, the first healing center in the Peruvian Amazon focused on Amazonian natural medicine, and emphasizes the importance of education, lineage, and safety in shamanic practices.
Hamilton explores the differences between psychedelic guides and shamans, and shares his vision of bringing greater education, standardization, and safety to the psychedelic renaissance.
In 2002 at the age of 23, after graduating University in Anthropology, Hamilton Souther opened Blue Morpho, the first healing center in the Peruvian Amazon focusing on Amazonian natural medicine and the sustainable use of Amazonian Visionary Medicines.
Hamilton is a bridge between ancient wisdom and cutting-edge innovation, fully immersed in the modern world. With a foot in Web3 and AI, he is not just keeping pace with the future; he is helping to shape it. He is on a mission to awaken consciousness and technology for the betterment of humanity.
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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Tricia Eastman, medicine woman and founder of Ancestral Medicine Heart.
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Tricia shares her journey through the world of plant medicine and psychedelics, offering insights from her initiations into the Bwiti tradition and her experiences as a medicine woman.
Tricia discusses her new book, 'Seeding Consciousness', detailing the challenges and revelations encountered during the writing process. She also unveils her vision for a wellness retreat center currently under construction in the Azores, exploring how this project aligns with her mission to integrate ancestral wisdom with modern healing practices.
Throughout the conversation, Tricia and Paul delve into the transformative power of psychedelics, their potential for personal and collective evolution, and the importance of responsible use in catalyzing positive change. They explore how these powerful medicines can be safely integrated into our culture to foster healing, creativity, and spiritual growth.
Tricia Eastman, a lineage-honoring medicine woman and founder of nonprofit Ancestral Heart, bridging worlds rooted in her mestiza ancestry with profound insights from a decade of Bwiti initiations and training. A renowned speaker, artist, and writer, Eastman has been privileged to engage with audiences at Stanford University's d.school, the World Economic Forum, and on GAIA TV's Psychedelica. Eastman has curated transformative retreats worldwide with plant medicines as well as facilitated the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico. Her wellness retreat center, Hu Azores, is scheduled to open in late 2025.
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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Dr. Jenny Martin to explore the transformative power of female pleasure through psychedelics and non-psychedelic altered states.
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Dr. Martin shares her connection to Ireland’s mystical traditions and the hidden wisdom of sacred sex in Christianity. She delves into her journey of reclaiming her sexuality, the role of presence, nervous system regulation, and the significance of the cervix in experiencing divine states of bliss.
Dr. Jenny Martin envisions a world where the mystical informs everyday life. She created the Psychedelic Cervix Course and the Psychedelic Sex Course for Couples, teaching access to mystical states while sober. Her teaching emphasizes the importance of set & setting and is grounded in both science and ancient wisdom.
Born in Ireland and educated by nuns, she challenges toxic beliefs around pleasure and spirituality. Her work reconciles sacred sexuality with Christian teachings, exploring the hidden wisdom in the story of Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Jenny’s forthcoming book delves into the transformative potential of ecstatic sexual experiences.
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Host Paul F. Austin welcomes JM Ryerson to discuss his journey from entrepreneurship to coaching and the profound impact of plant medicine on his life and leadership.
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JM shares how ayahuasca fueled his spiritual awakening and connection to spirituality, emphasizing discernment in business and the power of a growth mindset. He also highlights the value of openness to new perspectives and the transformative role of psychedelics for leaders. Join us for insights on “upgrading your life,” leadership, and the significance of vulnerability.
JM Ryerson founded and sold 3 businesses and is now helping leadership teams do the same. He is a Leadership & Performance Coach, International Speaker, host of the Let’s Go Win podcast, and Best Selling Author of the books “Let's Go Win”, “Champion's Daily Playbook”, and “Upgrade”. JM has been building companies and leading sales teams for over 20 years. He is the co-founder and CEO of Let's Go Win whose mission is to increase leadership, enhance culture, and help teams achieve peak performance. JM’s great passions are inspiring people to live their best lives and become open to what life has in store for them. His ultimate goal is to give others the tools that will allow them to transcend their self-limiting beliefs. JM was raised in Montana and lives in Boca Raton, Florida with his wife Lisa and their two amazing boys.
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