MINDBEND with Matthew Dunehoo

I am not a psychonaut, but I know one, and chances are you do too. Just what exactly are we talking about when talking about psychedelics and "plant medicine?" What's meant by "non-ordinary states of consciousness." What is "flow state?" What about breathwork, meditation, and energy medicine? Join me in seeking answers to some of the questions you yourself might have for individuals who experience altered states of consciousness through vast and varied substances and practices. I'm passionate about destigmatizing the conversation around matters of mental wellness, mood disorder, and addiction. Whether seeking to improve the quality of your own life, or merely curious about the rapidly emerging psychedelic landscape, MINDBEND presents candid conversations with colorful characters for your cranial consumption!

Ep.49 - Psychology & Psychedelic Exploration with Dr. Bianca Hur 01/28/2026

Ep.48 - Relationship Educator, Passport 2 Pleasure with Ally Iseman 01/14/2026

Ep.47 - Honoring Place-Based Wisdom with Stephanie Michael Stewart, MD 01/07/2026

Ep.47 - Honoring Place-Based Wisdom with Stephanie Michael Stewart, MD Dr. Stephanie Michael Stewart is a psychiatrist working at the intersection of mental health and ecological consciousness. I am grateful that she sat down with us to share her evolving understanding of trauma, embodiment, and healing on the Mindbend Podcast. Drawing from her clinical background, she reflects on how psychiatric work inside traditional institutions has illuminated the limitations of Western medical frameworks—and how stepping outside those systems has allowed her to reconnect with land-based, somatic, and ancestral forms of wisdom. Her approach blends science and spirit, grounded in years of experience treating patients while also listening deeply to what the natural world teaches. Dr. Stewart describes how personal practices like walking, observing nature, and being in relationship with land became essential to her own healing journey. She speaks about “Returning to the Mothership,” a project rooted in her desire to help others remember what it feels like to be in right relationship with the Earth. The conversation touches on themes of slowing down, listening to grief, and reclaiming the body as a site of both memory and regeneration. Her voice is gentle but firm as she stresses the need to listen to place-based wisdom, from those people and communities who are often not included in the commercial conversations around healing and medical science. She encourages listeners to ask better questions, to pay attention to the rhythms of the land, and to honor intergenerational experience. In the end, this episode offers a layered and contemplative look at what it means to be a healer in times of collapse—and how the practice of psychiatry can be expanded when it is in conversation with ecology, story, and spirit. Follow Dr. Stewart: Instagram: @dr.stephaniemichaelstewart Website: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mymindbend Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mymindbend Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast #Mindbendpodcast #DrStephanieMichaelStewart #IntegrativePsychiatry #TraumaHealing #EcologicalPsychiatry #SomaticWisdom #MentalHealthAndNature #LandBasedHealing #AncestralMedicine #SlowMedicine #PsychiatryBeyondInstitutions #MindBodySpirit #HealingWithTheEarth #IntergenerationalHealing #CeremonyAndScience /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/39602615

Ep.46 - Tantrika Cvnnabis Healer & Spiritual Guide with Zipporah 02/12/2025

Ep.45 - Meditation, SSRI Cessation and Liberation with Andrea Monier 01/29/2025

Ep.44 - Diego Ugalde - Warriorside - Connection Is Medicine 01/15/2025

Ep.43 - Shane Norte - The Church of the People for Creator and Mother Earth 01/01/2025

Ep.42 - Dr. Sarah Abedi - Healing Paradigms Beyond the Hospital 12/04/2024

Ep. 41 - Mendeleev - Psychedelic Songwriting & Mushroomy Rearing 11/20/2024

Ep. 41 - Mendeleev - Psychedelic Songwriting & Mushroomy Rearing On EP.41 of MINDBEND, singer/songwriter and psychedelic journeyman Mendeleyev takes us on a trip through his unique upbringing, marked by family-bonding experiences with psychedelics and he details the profound ways they, and his circle of family friends have influenced his artistry. Lev was raised in a family that used psychedelics intentionally as part of a rite of passage. He shares how these early experiences introduced him to altered states of consciousness and shaped his personal philosophy, all while honoring a culture of safety and open communication. His stories of “family trips” provide an intimate look at the power of psychedelics to deepen connections and foster self-awareness. As a musician and songwriter, Mendeleev explores the role of altered states in his creative process. Right when this episode is published, he will be on the verge of releasing his upcoming album, Family Trips, a project born from psychedelic-fueled solo sessions in which he recorded vocalizations influenced by LSD, MDA, 2C-B and other compounds. With no added production effects, the album aims to capture the raw, transformative energy of these sessions, offering listeners a window into a private, deeply emotional world. Lev delves into the challenges of recording and integrating these moments into his artistry, revealing a vulnerability that resonates beyond the music. Our conversation moves into broader cultural insights as Mendeleev reflects on the shifting landscape of psychedelic acceptance. He shares his thoughts on the importance of set and setting, his cautious optimism about the medicalization of psychedelics, and the challenges faced by communities advocating for responsible psychedelic use. Together, we examine the delicate balance between mainstream integration and preserving the sacred aspects of these substances. I appreciated Lev's willingness to share about what I really consider to be a unique rearing, with a family that intentionally integrated psychedelics into their experience, and the cast of characters that populated his world from a young age, including psychedelic legend Ram Dass. From navigating creative blockages to building resilience, this episode shines a light on the intersections of family, art, and conscious exploration. Follow Mendeleev Instagram: @mendeleyev Website: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mymindbend Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mymindbend Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/33856807

Ep. 41 - Mendeleyev - Psychedelic Songwriting & Mushroomy Rearing 11/20/2024

Ep. 41 - Mendeleyev - Psychedelic Songwriting & Mushroomy Rearing On EP.41 of MINDBEND, singer/songwriter and psychedelic journeyman Mendeleyev takes us on a trip through his unique upbringing, marked by family-bonding experiences with psychedelics and he details the profound ways they, and his circle of family friends have influenced his artistry. Lev was raised in a family that used psychedelics intentionally as part of a rite of passage. He shares how these early experiences introduced him to altered states of consciousness and shaped his personal philosophy, all while honoring a culture of safety and open communication. His stories of “family trips” provide an intimate look at the power of psychedelics to deepen connections and foster self-awareness. As a musician and songwriter, Mendeleev explores the role of altered states in his creative process. Right when this episode is published, he will be on the verge of releasing his upcoming album, Family Trips, a project born from psychedelic-fueled solo sessions in which he recorded vocalizations influenced by LSD, MDA, 2C-B and other compounds. With no added production effects, the album aims to capture the raw, transformative energy of these sessions, offering listeners a window into a private, deeply emotional world. Lev delves into the challenges of recording and integrating these moments into his artistry, revealing a vulnerability that resonates beyond the music. Our conversation moves into broader cultural insights as Mendeleev reflects on the shifting landscape of psychedelic acceptance. He shares his thoughts on the importance of set and setting, his cautious optimism about the medicalization of psychedelics, and the challenges faced by communities advocating for responsible psychedelic use. Together, we examine the delicate balance between mainstream integration and preserving the sacred aspects of these substances. I appreciated Lev's willingness to share about what I really consider to be a unique rearing, with a family that intentionally integrated psychedelics into their experience, and the cast of characters that populated his world from a young age, including psychedelic legend Ram Dass. From navigating creative blockages to building resilience, this episode shines a light on the intersections of family, art, and conscious exploration. Follow Mendeleev Instagram: @mendeleyev Website: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mymindbend Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mymindbend Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/33856802

Ep. 40 - The Mystery Temple - Taboo To Transformation - with Yossef Sagi 11/06/2024

Ep. 40 - The Mystery Temple - Taboo To Transformation - with Yossef Sagi Thank you so much to Yossef Sagi for coming through the studio to share his story. Yossef, among many other things, is the founder of The Mystery Temple, an organization that curates intentional events for exploration of the psyche through recognition and affirmation of desire, kink, and things often considered taboo. Consent is paramount and the safety of attendees is at the forefront of everyone's minds, and they work to build progressive and radically inclusive containers. Yossef's road to leadership in this space has its roots in his background as a longtime student and teacher of Kabbalah. Knowing that there were untapped sources of happiness and pleasure in his own life, he discovered a powerfully relevant guiding light in the form of a text gifted to him, entitled "The Multi-Orgasmic Man." From there, training in tantric practices led Yossef further down the path towards his own sexual enlightenment, as he has continued to hold space for others as they endeavor to come into their own erotic energies and power. Yossef was exceptionally open during our conversation, which ranged from sources of illness and suffering in the body, the subjectivity of mystical experiences, shame around the body and the body's desires, and the need for paradigm-shifting experiences to break old and limiting beliefs. It can still be uncomfortable to talk about sex. There is plenty of stigma surrounding the topic, the questions one may have may long go unanswered when knowledge and open discourse can work to bring so much more clarity and empowerment. At MINDBEND we believe that conversations around the states of non-ordinary consciousness that can be experienced, through the conscious engagement of one's own sexuality, can help to make for safer and more fulfilling lives. Follow Yossef Sagi Instagram: @yossefsagi Website: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mindbendpodcast Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mindbendpodcast Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/33813302

Ep. 39 - Psychedelic Magicians with The Cosmic Romantics 10/23/2024

Ep. 38 - The Therapeutic Use of Salvia Divinorum with Salvia Healings 09/25/2024

Ep. 37 - Sexuality, Pleasure & Identity in Health with Tia Lynn 08/07/2024

Ep. 36 - Signals, Resources and Quantum Queries with Jason Estes 05/15/2024

Ep. 36 - Signals, Resources and Quantum Queries with Jason Estes I'll lead this introduction to our episode with Jason Estes with this quote from an article published in New York Weekly: "At the heart of Jason’s teachings is the concept of Self-Mastery—a journey that requires authenticity, integrity, and ownership of responsibility. MTVO’s mission revolves around cultivating this mastery, empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges with grace and clarity." Masters of the Void is an organization Jason founded, along with Void Space Technologies. And to understand what they're all about, you'd honestly need to sit down and let Jason fill you in. (letting myself off the hook in 300 words) We don't get too deeply into exactly what the organizations are about, but by the time you're finished listening to this interview, you may have a sense for the heart and mind behind both. At least, that is my hope. I met Jason while volunteering at an event in DTLA, high atop a magnificent rooftop terraced garden and gathering space. It was a wellness event, and I was responsible for helping guests explore what is called the "Quantum Energy Wellness Bed." Check out Void Space Technologies and learn more about that, but it's mastermind was Jason, and I enjoyed connecting with him quickly, taking in his passion for all matters of the spirit, the energy spirit is made of, and the field containing it all. "Quantum" wasn't a term I'd much familiarity with before meeting Jason, loose allusions came to mind but our conversation helped bring my understanding into clearer focus. I think it's a pretty mindbending thought, this life, our perception of life, and strategically, how to feel either horrific or ecstatic while experiencing it. Follow Jason Estes: Website: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mindbendpodcast Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mindbendpodcast Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/31329387

Ep. 35 - Afghanistan, Anxiety, Epigenetics, Empathy with Amina Zamani 04/17/2024

Ep. 34 - Your Sensual Liberation Journey Awaits with Gina Joseph 04/05/2024

Ep. 33 - Race, Psyche & Psychedelic Medicine with Stephanie Michael Stewart 03/13/2024

Ep. 32 - Ecstasy As Medicine with Jonathan Robinson 02/28/2024

Ep. 31 - Somatic Psychotherapy with a Ketamine Modality with Hilary Sparrow 02/14/2024

Ep. 30 - Divinely Doula, Birth Ceremony to Plant Ceremony with Haize Hawke 01/31/2024

Ep. 30 - Divinely Doula, Birth Ceremony to Plant Ceremony with Haize Hawke Birth is a trip! A few years back I interviewed a psychotherapist working with ketamine assisted psychotherapy who had written on the psychedelic nature of childbirth, the parallels drawn between that ceremony, and plan medicine ceremonies that she had participated in. Some of the key figures on the frontline of birth and birthing in the US are doulas and midwives. They hold space and share knowledge leading up to, during, and after the birth experience and have a special bond with the mother. They know first hand how the perception of time changes in that very powerful process. Haize Hawke came onto the show to discuss this work and dive deeper into the psychedelic nature of childbirth. This, taken from her website: I am a Mother, Doula, Student Midwife, Meditation Teacher, Healer, Long- Distance Birth Coach, a Life Coach, and a Spiritual Counselor residing in Los Angeles, CA. My Doula training began with ACHI and completed with ALACE. I focus on creating the family unit in a way that allows for the most support and relaxation in birth. I also focus on Nutrition, and lifestyle during pregnancy, birth, and delivery. Pregnancy is a spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical journey. The sessions I hold provide the mother with a safe place where she can ask questions, speak freely, and become empowered and supported. In private sessions, I offer birth related issues, including preconception planning your pregnancy, fear and labor, birth trauma (yours or your mother’s) miscarriages, stillbirths, or abortions and postpartum concerns. Phone and Skype sessions are available for those not able to meet in person for a fee. Lastly, I am the facilitator of Sister2Sister/Brother2Brother Coming of Age Spirituals and Rites of Passages Ceremonies. This is a celebration and support for a young girls and boys as well as women and men, evolving into adulthood. This is a wonderful opportunity for all to be taught the responsibilities and gain the support of embracing this new journey to come. Follow Haize Hawke: FACEBOOK: WEB: EMAIL: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mindbendpodcast Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mindbendpodcast Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/29434433

Ep. 29 - Leading from the Deep: Navy Seals & Psychedelic Medicine with Diego Ugalde 01/17/2024

Ep. 28 - Mind Coaching & Mesmeric Healing with Cheyenne Kai Harding 12/20/2023

Ep. 28 - Mind Coaching & Mesmeric Healing with Cheyenne Kai Harding The idea of being hypnotized has always fascinated me. What's actually taking place when one is under hypnosis? Where does your mind...go? And can modalities like past life regression hypnotherapy really help a person, much less be scientific proof for the phenomenon of reincarnation and therefore indicate definitively that there is indeed, life after death? Bringing Cheyenne onto the show made sense, as a certified hypnotherapist is engaged on the daily with reaching people at, and taking people into, a state of "non-ordinary consciousness." Her work has many practical applications, such as smoking cessation and ultimately healing from past traumas. But as a seeker, she too is willing to look at the mystery with confidence and embrace the unknown in a spirit of integration. This, from Cheyenne's website: allismindhypnotherapy.com: The rewarding road to aiding others is a long-established tradition for Cheyenne. She has always known that her passion for science, spirituality and neurological development would be key components for her professional path. Setting her sights on these uncompromisable variables inevitably led her to the Hypnosis Motivation Institute of Tarzana, California, where she studied neuro-linguistic programming and countless techniques within the Kappasinian model for clinical hypnotherapy. Cheyenne has found her calling within hypnotherapy as it provides opportunities for her to share the deeply impassioned training in the arts of mental alchemy. This is where she works to train others to hold the reins to their personal desires and steer forward and beyond. Follow Cheyenne Kai Harding: IG: @all.is.mind.healing WEB: Follow MINDBEND IG: @mindbendpodcast Watch Full Episode on YouTube: @mindbendpodcast Website: This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast /episode/index/show/0f6b3d54-1c4d-432b-abdd-440493bb9f3a/id/28926998

Ep. 27 - Magick Psyches, Curious Seekers with Kerstin Hern 12/06/2023

Ep. 26 - Mushee Medicinal with Cristianna Hougland 11/08/2023

Ep. 25 - Enter The Department of Consciousness 10/23/2023

Ep. 24 - Amanita Muscaria Maven with Laughing Dragon 09/13/2023

Ep. 23 - Being In Integrity With Yourself with MR. $NOW 08/30/2023

Ep. 22 - Sex, Psychics and Psychedelics with Jane Garnett 08/16/2023

Ep. 21 - Grief, A One-Man Shitshow & Extraordinary Loss with Colin Campbell 07/19/2023

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