The Psychedelic Scene Podcast

Can healing change the way people use power?

In this episode of The Psychedelic Scene Podcast, Jill Sitnick sits down with psychedelic facilitator and award-winning author Diana Colleen to discuss the ideas behind her novel, They Could Be Saviors. Together, they explore whether unresolved trauma may shape how people pursue wealth, power, and control, and why healing might lead to greater connection, empathy, and responsibility. 

Diana also shares her own journey from profound childhood trauma and suicidality to psychedelic-assisted therapy, becoming a facilitator, and eventually writing fiction inspired by questions of consciousness, healing, and social change. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Diana's personal healing journey
• The inspiration behind They Could Be Saviors
• Why trauma doesn't discriminate by income or status
• The important difference between psychedelic therapy and simply having a psychedelic experience
• How mindset and integration influence therapeutic outcomes
• Why stories can help us explore difficult conversations about power, connection, and humanity 

Whether you're interested in psychedelic-assisted therapy, trauma recovery, or thoughtful conversations about leadership and human behavior, this episode offers a unique perspective on how healing may influence the way we relate to ourselves and the world around us.

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What happens in the brain during and after a psychedelic experience?

In this episode, Jill sits down with physician Fred Grover, MD, to explore neuroplasticity, BDNF, trauma recovery, brain health, aging, and emerging research surrounding psychedelic therapies.

Together, they discuss the relationship between emotional healing and cognitive health, why integration matters, and how lifestyle factors like exercise, nutrition, sleep, hormones, and connection may work alongside emerging therapeutic approaches.

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In this episode of the Psychedelic Scene Podcast, we take a grounded, educational look at psilocybin experiences and why results can vary so widely.

This conversation covers what most people overlook: preparation, sourcing, integration, and the role of structure in creating lasting change.

If you’ve been curious about this space, or trying to understand why some experiences lead to meaningful shifts while others don’t, this episode offers a clear, practical perspective.

We also explore:

Why preparation matters more than expected
The difference between a tool and a solution
What integration actually looks like in real life
How to think about readiness and timing

This is not about hype. It’s about understanding the full process.

Sophia Ellowen is a psilocybin therapy facilitator and the founder of Psilence, a private one-on-one psilocybin therapy practice based in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Her work focuses on helping individuals navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, and personal transformation through carefully facilitated psilocybin sessions, with a deep commitment to veteran mental health through the Healing for Heroes Fund. She writes and publishes extensively on psilocybin science, safety, and integration.

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This episode explores how hormonal cycles and stress systems may shape women’s emotional experiences. We discuss emerging conversations around mental flexibility, mood changes, and why women’s health has historically been under-researched. This is a grounded, educational discussion focused on awareness and context.

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In this episode of the Psychedelic Scene podcast, Jill Sitnick sits down with Dr. Kathy Gruver to explore psychedelic coaching, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, emotional triggers, trauma patterns, and the importance of integration work.

Kathy shares her background in coaching, hypnosis, Reiki, bodywork, executive coaching, and meditation, along with reflections from a recent ayahuasca experience and how it shaped her understanding of healing and self-awareness.

This conversation also explores:

•  the difference between coaching and therapy 
•  why triggers can become opportunities for growth 
•  how “parts work” helps people understand themselves 
•  why ethical coaching and scope of practice matter 
•  what integration actually looks like after psychedelic experiences 
•  why self-awareness changes how we move through everyday life 

This episode is intended for educational purposes only and does not provide medical or mental health advice.

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Amanita muscaria is one of the most recognizable and misunderstood mushrooms in the world.

In this episode of Psychedelic Scene, Jill sits down with Christian Rasmussen to explore its historical context, growing curiosity, common misconceptions, and the importance of education when public wellness conversations begin expanding.

This is a grounded conversation about nuance, awareness, and responsible dialogue.

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In this episode, Jill Sitnick speaks with Cesar Marin, a former CNN producer who now focuses on educating adults over 50 about microdosing and intentional personal growth. Cesar shares how his perspective shifted after exploring psychedelics later in life, and why many people in midlife transitions are becoming curious about tools that support reflection and awareness. The conversation explores intention, integration, and the importance of responsible education around psychedelics.

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In this conversation with Kimberly Chew, Senior Counsel, we explore the regulatory and practical side of emerging mental health treatments.

Topics include:

•  Clinical trial phases 
•  FDA approval process 
•  REMS programs and safety requirements 
•  Cost and infrastructure 
•  Insurance considerations 
•  Rescheduling and access

Find Kimberly: [email protected] and https://www.huschblackwell.com/professionals/kimberly-chew

In this episode, Jill Sitnick speaks with Paige Alexandra West about iboga, ibogaine, and what this work actually involves.

They explore:

•  The difference between plant-based iboga and extracted ibogaine 
•  Why clinical environments use isolated compounds 
•  The structure of an iboga retreat 
•  Safety protocols and preparation 
•  How this work applies to trauma, addiction, and personal growth 

This is an educational, grounded conversation designed to bring clarity to a complex topic.

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This episode focuses on a major gap in the current model: what happens between sessions. Sabba Nazhand shares how his AI-powered platform helps practitioners track client progress, identify patterns, and provide more effective support during integration. The conversation explores how technology can enhance care without replacing the human relationship.

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