psychedelic science and experience

December 19th, 2024 / Interview, Podcast, Psychedelics.

In this episode of Disrupt Everything Podcast Series, I take you on a personal journey through the Psychedelic Science 2023 by MAPS conference in Denver, Colorado. It’s an experience that has profoundly shaped my understanding of the intersection between psychedelics, human potential, and holistic healing. Here, I share 18 stories from some of the most inspiring voices in the field—scientists, therapists, and visionaries—who are leading the charge in reshaping mental health, consciousness, and personal growth.

Psychedelic Science Unveiled: 18 Transformative Stories from the Frontlines of Therapy and Human Potential

“Integration is at the end of things, but it also prepares the mind, soul, and body… Develop your relationship and practice of integration with medicine.” – Jeremy Colbert

My Experience at Psychedelic Science 2023

Being invited by MAPS to cover this event was an honor and a challenge. As someone who’s spent years exploring human potential and peak performance, I found myself in the midst of a revolutionary movement bridging ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science. Topics ranged from ketamine-assisted therapy to psilocybin integration, from trauma healing to building community through psychedelics. These conversations not only challenged my perspectives but also illuminated what’s possible when we embrace altered states for growth and healing.

podcast about psychedelic science 2024 by MAPS - Isra Garcia

“Ketamine is made to make you disconnect from yourself. We want to do so many things that you are outside your body.” – Julián Amaro

18 Stories That Transformed My Perspective about Psychedelics

Throughout the conference, I conducted 18 interviews with pioneers in the field, each one revealing a new dimension of psychedelic science and therapy. These weren’t just interviews—they were windows into the minds of those who are shaping the future. From microdosing strategies to the integration of psychedelics in corporate spaces, I uncovered stories that are as diverse as they are transformative.

“We are paving the way for a high level of consciousness. I’m very excited to see where everyone will be in the next five years… With psilocybin in psychedelics, these tools are becoming more accepted.” – Kecho

What You’ll Hear and Learn in This Episode about Psychedelic Science & Experience

This episode is more than a podcast; it’s an invitation to explore what’s possible when we rethink healing, therapy, and human potential. Here’s a glimpse of what I discovered:

Kira: Volunteering with MAPS and the role of diversity and education in advancing psychedelic science.
Jeremy Colbert: The art of integration coaching and the synergy of psilocybin and ayahuasca.
Teresa Yung: Using psychedelics to heal trauma and foster community support.
Sandra Newes: Merging clinical, physical, spiritual, and shamanic approaches to therapy.
Nadia Van der Heyden: Breakthroughs in 5-MeO-DMT research for addiction and mental health.
Mattha Louis Busby: Journaling for psychedelics, staying present, and the power of proper integration to end further use.
Ron King: Researching psychedelic medicine and creating a psychedelic film to document the revolution.
Steven Turetsky: Moving from medical cannabis to mental health innovation, fundraising for MAPS, and building safer psychedelic spaces.
Iryana Mosina: Exploring psychedelics in music festivals, balancing altered states, and navigating challenging situations.
Julian Amaro: Unlocking the therapeutic potential of ketamine for chronic mental illnesses.
Kevin Cho: The microdosing movement, optimizing the mind, and routines for peak performance.
Charlie Solares: Legalizing psychedelics in Thailand and discovering your Ikigai.
Nathalie Weister: Bridging corporate and spiritual spaces with psychedelics and creating impact within teams.
Lauren Hodge: Researching MDMA for PTSD, preparing for psychedelic therapy, and long-term integration practices.
Dylan Higginbotham: Using psychedelics to deepen family bonds, heighten passion, and lead with love.
Kevin Cranford: Navigating drug policy, working with MAPS, and learning essential habits for psychedelic best practices.
What’s your story?: Reflections and key takeaways from my conversations at the conference.

My Personal Takeaways on Psychedelic Science

This episode reflects my own journey of reinvention and exploration. As I listened to these experts and immersed myself in the energy of the conference, I realized how much potential lies within this movement—not just for healing but for fundamentally reshaping how we think about consciousness and human evolution.

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“In 1994, I told my friends that one day I would dedicate my life to psychedelic therapy when the time was right. Now, here I am.” – Sandra Newes

Join Me on This Exploration

If you’ve ever been curious about psychedelics, mental health, or the limits of human potential, this episode is for you. It’s packed with insights, transformative stories, and practical wisdom from some of the brightest minds in the field.

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Resources, people interviewed and mentioned, and links of interest from this episode about psychedelic science and therapy:

“When I was younger, my father had to go to prison for working with psychedelics, and it was an unbearable process for the family… But now, 20 or 25 years later, it has come full circle in which the same government that put him in prison is now granting him the license to produce and manufacture these drugs for research” – Nadia Van Der Heyden.

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