Ep. 169 - Adrian Freedman - Music, Plant Medicines, Buddhism, &amp; Shakuhachi

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Ep. 166 - Sam Believ - Ayahuasca, Yagé, & Colombian Traditions

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Hey everybody! Episode 166 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Sam Believ. Sam is an interesting guy. I was recently on his podcast and had him on mine. We spoke about Sam’s past working as an engineer, his depression that eventually led him to ayahuasca or yagé, and how he eventually founded a center in Colombia. We spoke about these things and some of the culture in Colombia around the traditions and uses of yagé. It was a very interesting conversation and I think you all will gain a lot from Sam’s story, his knowledge of yagé and Colombia, and his insights into this medicine. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Sam Believ is a prominent figure in the field of psychedelic therapy and plant medicine. He is the founder of LaWayra Ayahuasca Retreat, in Colombia, which has rapidly become one of the most highly rated and reviewed Ayahuasca retreat centers in South America. Established in 2022, LaWayra focuses on providing accessible and transformative Ayahuasca experiences to individuals seeking healing and personal growth.

Believ's journey into the world of plant medicine began with a profound personal transformation. After experiencing a life-changing Ayahuasca ceremony that alleviated his depression and helped him discover his purpose, he was inspired to share this healing modality with others. This led to the creation of AyahuascaPodcast.com, a platform dedicated to exploring the therapeutic potential of Ayahuasca and other psychedelics. Through the podcast, Believ interviews experts, shares success stories, and delves into topics such as trauma healing, mental health breakthroughs, and the intersection of science and spirituality.

In addition to his work with LaWayra and the podcast, Believ has been featured on various platforms discussing the significance of authenticity in Ayahuasca ceremonies. He emphasizes the importance of selecting reputable retreat centers and experienced facilitators to ensure safe and meaningful experiences.

Believ's contributions to the field have made him a respected voice in the psychedelic community, advocating for the responsible and transformative use of plant medicines to promote healing and personal development.”

To learn more about or contact Sam, visit his websites at: https://lawayra.com

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I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in-person in the Sacred Valley of Peru November 2. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.org

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Ep. 159 - Michael Amster - The Power of Awe

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Hey everybody! Episode 159 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Michael Amster. Michael is a really interesting guy. He is a medical doctor who has bridged many different spiritual paths together. Through mindfulness he developed a practice to, as he puts it, microdose awe. He co-wrote a book called The Power of Awe which is about just that, the power of awe to positively influence our lives. As someone who works with plant medicines, I also think that this experience of awe is one of, if not the most important, aspects of this work with plants and also at the core of what it means to be a human being. It was a pleasure to have Michael on to share his research and I trust you all will gain much from this interview. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Michael Amster, MD, is a physician and awe researcher, writer, and teacher at the UC Berkeley Greater Good Science Center. With twenty years as a pain management specialist, he is currently the founding director of the pain management department at Santa Cruz Community Health. A practitioner of meditation for over thirty years, he is also a certified yoga and meditation teacher. He splits his time between clinical work, research on awe, teaching mindfulness, and leading awe-inspiring retreats around the world.”

To learn more about or contact Michael, visit their website at: www.thepowerofawe.com

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I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in July in Ireland (SOLD OUT), online beginning August 23, and in-person in the Sacred Valley of Peru November 2. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.org

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Ep. 158 - Roman Hanis - Beyond Ayahuasca: Evolutionary Science of Indigenous Amazonian Wisdom

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Hey everybody! Episode 158 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Roman Hanis. This is my second time interviewing Roman. I really enjoyed our first interview with Roman and was impressed with his wisdom and what he had to share. He is releasing a book soon so I was happy to heave him back on to speak about it. Its called Beyond Ayahuasca: Evolutionary Science of Indigenous Amazonian Wisdom. I had the pleasure to read it a while back and really enjoyed it. Its full of wisdom about these traditional technologies and I think you all will gain much from this episode as from the first. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Roman Hanis has been working closely with the indigenous Peruvian cultures in the Amazonian rainforest and Andean mountains since 2001. During this time he has devoted this life to learning the ancient healing ways of these cultures while seeking possibilities for creating ecological sources of sustenance for local populations and working to preserve the rainforest and its spiritual heritage of sacred medicinal plants.

Seeing the vital role that ancient cultural practices can play in today’s world, Roman honors and shares their value and wisdom through his work in community projects, healing retreats and educational workshops in both Peru and the U.S…

Roman looks forward to eradicating suffering in the world and its cause, ignorance, by promoting education on the possibilities of more sustainable, harmonious relationships with nature, while simultaneously creating supportive, self-sustaining and nurturing communities.”

To learn more about or contact Roman, including his book, visit his website at: paititi-institute.org

To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_w

I will be guiding our next plant medicine dieta with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in July in Westport, Ireland. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.org

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