Worth The Fight Podcast
Curious about Psychedelic Medicines? Flow states? And how our deepest traumas just might be our greatest hidden strengths? Matt introduces guests who, through their journey and transformation, tell their story of hope, healing, and expansion. With each episode, we activate hearts and minds, reminding ourselves we are all worth the fight. Disclaimer: None of this is medical advice. Most Psychedelic medicines are still illegal schedule 1 substances in the U.S. Before making any changes. Please consult your doctor.
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Cosmic Engagement for Love, Peace & Unity: Episode #105, David Bronner
03/29/2024
Cosmic Engagement for Love, Peace & Unity: Episode #105, David Bronner
David, the Cosmic Engagement Officer of the Dr. Bronners Soap Company, walks the talk and truly lives aligned with the psychedelic principles of love, peace, and unity. He shares his soulful transformation and the All-One Cosmic Vision of the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible. I’m wowed by David’s unrelenting spirit of altruism and his heartfelt commitment to selfless service and paying forward the grace of plant medicine healing through conscious business, activism, drug policy reform, and psychedelic healing. Get ready to be inspired! David Bronner Show Notes We Discuss; -David Bronner’s inspiration behind incredible service initiative [4:30] -Veteran healing: Heroic Hearts Project & VETS (Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions) [13:30] -“Taking medicine is like going to confession.” [16:00] -David’s cosmic vision: medicine path and medicine journeys with Iboga [18:15] -Ultimate antidote for addiction [27:30] -Dr. Bronner’s conscious capitalism initiatives [35:00] -Drug reform on upcoming ballot in California & Massachusetts [39:30] -Regulated access and self-regulated communities [48:00] Helpful resources: Dr. Bronners: Heroic Hearts Project: VETS: Sacred Plant Alliance: Connect with David Bronner: IG:
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Sex & Survival: “Civilized to Death” w/Dr. Chris Ryan: Episode #104, Dr. Chris Ryan REPOST
03/22/2024
Sex & Survival: “Civilized to Death” w/Dr. Chris Ryan: Episode #104, Dr. Chris Ryan REPOST
What if the story of our origins is rooted in lies? What if our accepted societal understanding of our past is wrong? Is it possible that much of our suffering is the result of living life from an erroneous playbook? No other sees more clearly the trappings of BS Inc. than Dr. Chris Ryan. He shares loads of real-talk about the dire challenges confronting our human family and inspires us with a hopeful vision of a future more aligned with our past. Chris Ryan PhD #104 Show Notes: We Discuss; -Imbalanced view of the cost of civilization [6:00] -Dr. Ryan’s experiences with psychedelics and how they’ve informed his path [12:25] -Caution about the intersection of psychedelics and commerce [17:30] -Inspiration for writing “Civilized to Death”. Thomas Hobbes “Human life before the state, was solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short” Bullshit Inc. Lies. [19:20] -Bonobos & Chimps: Our evolutionary roots [30:00] -VET on Tangentially Speaking in 2017 [37:00] -Oregon’s Psilocybin Initiative [40:00] -Industrial Addiction Recovery Complex: Our erroneous viewpoint of addiction [46:20] Helpful Resources: https://chrisryanphd.com/266-ryan-lecompte-matt-simpson-vet/ https://chrisryanphd.com Tangentially Speaking “Sex at Dawn: The Prehistoric Origins of Modern Sexuality” “Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress” Worth The Fight Links: IG:
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Breathwork for Inner Peace, Better Sleep & Better Sex: Episode #103, Jesse Coomer
03/04/2024
Breathwork for Inner Peace, Better Sleep & Better Sex: Episode #103, Jesse Coomer
Are you seeking to quiet your mind and ruminate less? Are you curious about how we can regulate our nervous system at will? If so, Jesse's got you, as he guides us with practical tips and strategies for best leveraging the power of the breath to be healthy, happy and strong with the inner peace that comes from knowing we are connected to our breath, our life force. As an added bonus: breathwork can improve our sleep and sex lives too. Jesse also illuminates how to safely engage cold exposure for resilience, boosted immunity, and reduced inflammation. Jesse Coomer Show Notes: We Discuss; -Jesse Coomer’s training with Wim Hof [6:45] -Our evolutionary ancestry is mismatched to our modern world [12:30] -Our dopamine system: why we ruminate [26:30] -Down-regulating our nervous system with conscious breathwork [29:30] -Cadence of Bliss: 4-7-8 [34:45] -Interrupting your rumination with slow breathing [39:00] -Consciously creating calm for optimal human performance [45:00] [57:30] [102:30] -Hormetic stress for building resilience, boosted immunity, reduced inflammation [103:00] -Seeking the “safety zone” of cold exposure. Not too little; not too much [108:00] Connect with Jesse Coomer: To purchase and other books: https://www.jessecoomer.com For training: IG:
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Habit Force: Episode #102, Solocast Matt Simpson
02/11/2024
Habit Force: Episode #102, Solocast Matt Simpson
First we create our habits, then our habits create us. In this solocast, I break down what a typical day looks like for me and present many habits, practices, rituals that have helped to supercharge my health, energy levels, and productivity. Somethings that I didn’t mention or share: Love those long walks in nature for creativity. I listen to inspired podcasts and audiobooks at night to keep up with the latest cutting-edge health directives. The supreme importance to get out and get sunshine in the first 30-60 minutes upon waking and turning on as much bright light as possible before sunrises. Getting consistent morning sunlight sets our circadian rhythm and is imperative for optimal sleep. Helpful Resources: Wim Hof Method: Wim Hof Guided Breathwork (11 minutes): NSDR - Dr. Andrew Huberman (10 minutes): https://youtu.be/AKGrmY8OSHM?si=qrRO6pu6me8r1XTl 80/20 Principle -Richard Koch Why We Sleep -Dr. Matthew Walker Soul Lift Cacao: Alpha Brain For more on the Worth The Fight mission and message of hope and healing:
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Attracting Love w/Microdosing: Episode #101 Megan/HEAL!
12/30/2023
Attracting Love w/Microdosing: Episode #101 Megan/HEAL!
Megan shares her brave journey of overcoming depression, anxiety, and attachment wounds to be healthy, happy, strong, and in love. She’s utilized an earnest microdosing protocol and aligned synergistic practices to help attract her love partner. In our spirited discussion, we get super nuanced and illuminate how embracing discomfort is part of the process of rewiring our physiology from a maladaptive to an adaptive setting more aligned with our true self, and how the daily practices (meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, journaling, exercise) help to regulate our nervous systems and emotional responses. #101: Megan: Show Notes We discuss; -Megan using microdosing to call in her love partner [3:45] -Healing inner child wounds [5:40] -Shifting the frame: “I get to do this!” Instead of “I have to do this” [7:30] -Power of intention and contemplative journaling [9:00] -Embracing discomfort as part of the healing process [17:15] -Find a worthy struggle or struggle will find you [20:08] -HEAL! Megan’s brave story of overcoming from anxiety and depression [22:40] -Heart-opening benefits of microdosing [29:10] -Nervous system regulation [34:00] -Megan’s inspiration with The Brave Psychonaut: Health, Wellness & Spirituality Podcast [37:30] -Parting words of hope and optimism [40:40] -GenZ: Mental Health, Authenticity & Purpose [41:30] Connect with Megan: Listen to The Brave Psychonaut podcast: HEAL!: Wholeistic Practices to Help Clear Your Trauma, Heal Yourself, and Live Your Best Life https://www.amazon.com/HEAL-Wholeistic-Practices-Trauma-Yourself/dp/B0CLZBBT2L By Dr. Randall Hansen featuring Megan and Matt
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Grassroots Veteran Collective-Soul Love Revolution: Episode #100, Juliana Mercer/Healing Breakthrough
11/09/2023
Grassroots Veteran Collective-Soul Love Revolution: Episode #100, Juliana Mercer/Healing Breakthrough
Juliana is back to share her critically important work with Healing Breakthrough, where they are working earnestly to lay the groundwork within the Veteran Affairs (VA) for MDMA-Assisted Therapy, which is very likely to be an approved FDA cure for PTSD within the next year. We illuminate the incredible possibility within the veteran community to lead this charge and to be a desperately needed rallying point to unify our fractured nation and global human family. It’s time to come together. Juliana Mercer Show Notes: We discuss; -Juliana’s inspiring work with Healing Breakthrough [5:40] -MAPS Clinical Trials 71% no longer qualify for PTSD [7:00] -Veteran healing is bipartisan [10:45] -Power in vulnerability [15:30] -Juliana’s self-care and integration practices [20:00] -Grieving her old self [26:30] -Netflix Boyscouts of America 82k plaintiffs of sexual molestation scandal [30:00] -Why veterans lead this charge [37:00] -Healing Breakthrough’s strategy to scale MDMA-Assisted Therapy [41:10] -Only 15-20 private donors in the psychedelic space [49:00] Connect with Juliana Mercer: IG: LinkedIn: Helpful Resources: VA Podcast: https://news.va.gov/va-podcast-network/ Heroic Hearts Project: www.heroicheartsproject.org Magic of Surrender - Kute Blackson Connect with Matt Simpson: Kindle, Audiobook & Paperback IG @worththefightbook Meetup:
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Cultivating Peace, Calm & Resilience w/Franci Blanco: Episode #99, Franci Blanco
09/30/2023
Cultivating Peace, Calm & Resilience w/Franci Blanco: Episode #99, Franci Blanco
It’s a strange paradox, but there is Infinite power in peace. Franci, a kindred free spirit, courageously shares her brave journey overcoming religious trauma. We talk in-depth about the transformative nature of awe and travel, the science of meditation to rewire our brains and nervous systems, why breathwork is a game-changer, gradual cold exposure, how to get the most out of a contemplative journaling practice, microdosing and macrodosing, and the supreme importance of integration practices to cultivate health, happiness, strength and resilience from within. Lastly, Franci shares her incredible bucket list Thailand Meditation Retreat. Franci Blanco Show Notes: We discuss; -Franci’s inspiration for her unconventional path: Awe & Travel [10:00] -Yoga teacher training and the power of the breath [15:10] -Religious trauma [18:10] -Do it afraid [27:00] -Incredible science of meditation [31:50] -Franci’s meditation practice and Vipassana Retreats [42:25] -RAIN: Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture [52:00] -Power of contemplative journaling [55:20] -Breathwork: Wim Hof & NSDR [1:02:20] -Franci’s psychedelic journey and microdosing for depression [1:25:15] -Thailand Meditation Retreat [1:33:15] Helpful Resources: Calm App: Wim Hof Method: NSDR Guided Breathwork: https://youtu.be/AKGrmY8OSHM?si=Cn9Ozlk3UrXckKK1 Connect with Franci Blanco: IG: Website/Thailand Meditation Retreat: Breath Tribe Miami: Connect with Matt Simpson: Kindle, Audiobook & Paperback IG @worththefightbook Meetup:
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The Spirit Pharmacist: Psychedelics & Pharmacology: Episode #98, Dr. Ben Malcolm
09/17/2023
The Spirit Pharmacist: Psychedelics & Pharmacology: Episode #98, Dr. Ben Malcolm
Tired of relying on pharmaceuticals? Join us as we embark on a hopeful journey with Dr. Ben Malcolm, the Spirit Pharmacist, who's here to guide us through the critical intersection of psychedelics and traditional pharmaceutical medications. We talk in-depth about Ben’s inspiring story, his extensive educational training, psychedelic integration, and how to best transition/taper off of pills. Ben enthusiastically shares his vision of psychedelics being integrated into the mainstream medical model, but with poignant concerns and conversations we should be having that will surely be imperative to the success of this movement. Show Notes Dr. Ben Malcolm We discuss; -Psychiatry’s massive ethical conundrum [9:30] -Integrating these potent therapies into the mainstream model [13:00] -Dr. Malcolm's personal journey becoming the Spirit Pharmacist [18:00] -Cognitive liberty [23:00] -Harmonizing social anxiety with MDMA [26:40] -Powerful journey’s with Ayahuasca and LSD [29:05] -Psychedelics for objective awareness and shifting perspective [33:00] -Psychedelic integration and the importance of practical change [39:00] -Therapy vs. Coaching [42:20] -“Best Practices” of tapering off of SSRIs [45:30] -Holistic health boosts neurotransmitters [56:00] Connect/Work with Dr. Ben Malcolm: Website: http://spiritpharmacist.com IG: FB:
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The Sacred Path To Wholeness, Vitality & Optimized Health w/Andy Sudbrock: Episode #97, Andy Sudbrock/Sacred Path
07/20/2023
The Sacred Path To Wholeness, Vitality & Optimized Health w/Andy Sudbrock: Episode #97, Andy Sudbrock/Sacred Path
Andy shares his powerful story of overcoming. He brings us into the unconventional trial-by-fire training, the soulful initiation that led him to pursue holding space as a medicine man and ceremonial leader. We shine light on the huge opportunity to leverage Psilocybin's boosted neuroplasticity for deep healing and accelerated transformational growth. Andy shares how it all goes down as a preview and invitation to dream big ahead of our upcoming Sacred Plant Medicine Retreat at the Imiloa Institute in beautiful Costa Rica. Andy Sudbrock Show Notes: We discuss; -Andy’s backstory as an ecologist [7:00] -The Crucible: Burning it down to the ground [12:00] -Journeys with Ayahuasca [14:30] -Andy’s awakening to his true calling [22:00] -Training to be a Medicine Man: Trial by fire training initiatory rite [30:00] -Imiloa Institute [38:30] -Two-step process for healing [40:30] -Potential magic of neuroplasticity [48:00] Connect with Andy Sudbrock: Website: IG: FB: Our 5-Star Luxury Costa Rica Plant Medicine Retreat with Dr. Lisa: August 13 - 18th at Imiloa Institute:
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Plant Medicines & Mental Health: Episode #96, Emma Beckerle
05/31/2023
Plant Medicines & Mental Health: Episode #96, Emma Beckerle
Emma Beckerle bravely shares her powerful story of soulful transformation, overcoming many addictions and mental health challenges. She’s brilliantly synergized her background in corporate finance with her passion for plant medicine healing. We discussed psychedelic integration, microdosing + macrodosing, and shared many actionable tips and strategies to get the most out of these misunderstood medicines. Her fiery passion and inspired real talk is a breath of fresh air for the movement and beyond. Emma Beckerle Show Notes We discuss; -Emma’s personal journey overcoming mental health challenges [3:30] -Power of breaking the mold. Listen to your intuition [8:00] -Emma’s experience with psilocybin [18:15] -The wondrous benefits of microdosing plant medicine [23:10] -Macrodosing with psilocybin to combat addiction [24:00] -Powerful journey of Self-Love [33:10] -Sleep 1-pager from Huberman Lab: -Dr. Andrew Huberman, Stanford Neuroscientist, sharing his personal healing journey with MDMA-Assisted Therapy [41:00] -Power of vulnerability and showing up authentically [48:00] -The plight of our US veterans with no access to extremely efficacious plant medicines [55:00] -Emma’s work at ABO Performance & Advisory [58:00] -Ketamine TaskForce healing for veterans [104:10] To connect with Emma Beckerle: LinkedIn: IG: ABO Performance & Advisory: To connect with Matt Simpson: Psychedelic & Limitless Personal Growth Meetup: Kindle, Audiobook & Paperback IG @worththefightbook
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Microdosing for Macro Results w/Dr. James Fadiman: Episode #95, Dr. James Fadiman
04/30/2023
Microdosing for Macro Results w/Dr. James Fadiman: Episode #95, Dr. James Fadiman
Psychedelic pioneer and living legend Dr. James Fadiman shares his expansive wisdom on how to get the most out of an intentional microdosing protocol. There is an explosive cultural phenomenon of people using “micro” doses of psychedelic medicine to boost mood and energy levels; Dr. Fadiman breaks down why and the mechanism at play here, illuminating the wondrous Possibility in microdosing for health, well-being, expansive creativity, and deeper connection(s). Show Notes Dr. James Fadiman: We Discuss; -Massive surge in microdosing: Cultural phenomenon [6:30] -Microdosing for depression [9:30] -Microdosing and Connection/Sex/Intimacy [12:00] -Neuroplasticity: Massive leverage point [15:30] -“Start low, go slow & take time off” [16:45] -Safety of psychedelics and microdosing [18:00] -Placebo effect [24:00] -Pharma’s failure: Depression keeps rising [33:00] -Fadiman’s pioneering psychedelics for creativity studies from 1960s [34:30] -Practice of envisioning [41:30] -Psychedelics vs. Pharma model [47:20] -Dr. Fadiman’s latest book: Your Symphony of Selves [54:00] Connect with Dr. James Fadiman:
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Steven Kotler: Gnar Country, Growing Old, Staying Rad: Episode #94, Steven Kotler
03/08/2023
Steven Kotler: Gnar Country, Growing Old, Staying Rad: Episode #94, Steven Kotler
Old dogs can learn new tricks. And humans can thrive in the later years of life. We discuss Steven Kotler’s new book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he explodes our fixed mindset around aging, inviting us all to rethink Possibility as we age. Steven, a world-renowned expert in flow science and peak human performance, imparts many actionable strategies to help us massively level up our games for more accelerated learning, elevated creativity & expansive productivity. Show Notes Steven Kotler: We discuss; -Inspiration behind Gnar Country [5:30] -Steven’s ambition to learn park skiing [11:00] -Peak performance aging study [13:00] -If first you don’t succeed, start again one level higher [18:00] -Feeling shame and processing trauma for greater flow state [22:30] -Peak performance mindset [29:00] -Multi-tooled solutions and stacked protocols [31:30] -Flow requires recovery [35:00] -TV & Alcohol block flow [38:00] -Rules for flow [49:00] -Success in dangerous environments is knowing the line between fear and too much fear [50:30] Gnar Country website: A Strange Experiment in Peak Performance Aging video: To Connect with Steven Kotler: instagram: twitter: facebook: linked in: Worth The Fight Links: IG:
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Triumph Over Trauma: Episode #93, Dr. Randall Hansen
02/20/2023
Triumph Over Trauma: Episode #93, Dr. Randall Hansen
Triumph Over Trauma: A timely blessing for our human family and world mired in pain & suffering. Dr. Randall Hansen leverages the incredible power of story to illuminate the Possibility in the emerging frontier of psychedelic medicine. He showcases 23+ personal shares of brave seekers using a myriad of different psychedelics at many dosage levels for various intentions from people from all walks of life. “Triumph Over Trauma” is a fantastic compilation and up-to-date depiction of all the reasons to be hopeful as psychedelic medicine makes its way into the mainstream. If you are seeking a trusted guidebook to navigate the wondrous path ahead, this book is for you. Show Notes Dr. Randall Hansen We discuss; -The inspiration behind “Triumph Over Trauma” [5:30] -Journaling as a supremely potent integration tool [8:45] -Dr. Randall Hansen’s intention for engaging psychedelia [15:00] -Cultural shifts towards vulnerability & authenticity [25:30] -The incredible power of story [32:00] -DSM over 100 mental health disorders [35:00] -Ran’s passionate motivation for working with our underserved veteran population [44:30] -“Bad Trips” are BS Inc programs [56:00] Connect with Dr. Randall Hansen: To purchase “Triumph Over Trauma” on FB: LinkedIN:
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The Magic of Surrender w/Kute Blackson: Episode #92, Kute Blackson
01/28/2023
The Magic of Surrender w/Kute Blackson: Episode #92, Kute Blackson
Proceed with caution. Bestselling author Kute Blackson brings the fire while standing in many hard truths. If you are content with the status quo, this episode might not be for you. Kute illuminates the Magic of Surrender and how to harness the incredible power of surrender to live your highest purpose. He shares many actionable tips and strategies to massively level up your life by letting go. Your Next-Level awaits... Kute Blackson Show Notes: We discuss; -Magic of Surrender [4:00] -Surrender is the pathway to freedom [7:50] -Kute’s journey as a healer [13:30] -Expansive spiritual training and impactful coaching [17:30] -Reframing pain [23:00] -Phases of surrender [30:00] -Collective healing and Kute’s hopeful heart [40:30] -Heal yourself to heal the world for a peaceful planet [47:00] -The potential in psychedelic plant medicines: Kute’s prudent advice and perspectives [51:00] Connect with Kute Blackson: FB: IG: SoutTalk Podcast: Kute Blackson’s 12-Day Expansive Transformational Retreat:
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Mastering Microdosing w/Paul Austin: Episode #91, Paul Austin/ThirdWave
12/26/2022
Mastering Microdosing w/Paul Austin: Episode #91, Paul Austin/ThirdWave
It was a special honor having microdosing pioneer Paul Austin, founder of the ThirdWave on the Worth The Fight Podcast. Paul’s message is all about catalyzing transformation through intentional psychedelic use. He is a leading voice in psychedelics for personal growth, creative insight, and professional transformation. His book “Mastering Microdosing” was a true gem. A must-read for anyone seeking to harness the incredible potential of psychedelia. Show Notes Paul Austin: We discuss; -Paul’s journey with alternative medicine cannabis/psychedelics [5:00] -Definition of microdosing: Sub intoxication [12:40] -Why follow a microdosing protocol [15:20] -Psychedelics as a skillset [19:30] -Psychedelics & flow state [30:00] -Microdosing LSD vs Psilocybin [34:30] -Paul’s ideal flow day [36:15] -Leveraging psychedelics for moving through social anxiety [39:30] Connect with Paul Austin & The ThirdWave Connect on Instagram: @paulaustin3w @thirdwaveishere Coaching the coaches:
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Holistic Healing & Tripsitting w/Karolina Mikos, MD: Episode #90, Karolina Mikos, MD.
12/03/2022
Holistic Healing & Tripsitting w/Karolina Mikos, MD: Episode #90, Karolina Mikos, MD.
Dr. Karolina Mikos shares her incredible healing journey that led to a big shift out of conventional medicine into holistic medicine & tripsitting guidance. She bravely shares her own struggles out of depression and into her calling of paying forward the grace of plant medicine healing. This past year we’ve been co-hosting meetings on the Psychedelic & Limitless Personal Growth Meetup, and I am continually inspired by Karolina’s compassion and earnest service aspirations. She is doing super important work holding safe space for plant medicine healing. Dr. Karolina Mikos Show Notes: We discuss; -Dr. Mikos plight/background as an internist [2:20] -Her healing with Ayahuasca [5:00] -Doctor burnout [8:20] -Trusting intuition and the calling within [17:30] -Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional [27:15] -Hormesis: Healthy Stress for resilience and growth [34:30] -The inspiration behind her Tripsitting offering and her process [39:30] -What its like to work with Karolina [48:40] -Supreme importance of integration [52:15] -The vast array of integration practices [1:00:00] To contact and work with Dr. Karolina Mikos: IG @karolinamikosmd Psychedelic & Limitless Personal Growth Meetup: Kindle, Audiobook & Paperback IG @worththefightbook
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Fueling Your Dreams With Selfless Service To Others: #89 Mike Mumola
11/02/2022
Fueling Your Dreams With Selfless Service To Others: #89 Mike Mumola
Helping those who can’t help themselves. That is what the psychedelic movement is all about. Mike shares his expansive wisdom and loads of pragmatic advice on how to massively level up your game. We talk psychedelic healing & integration, power of intention, morning ritual, habit stacking, microdosing, altruism, and so much more. Show Notes Mike Mumola #89: We discuss; -Mike’s journey with psychedelic medicines [3:30] -Breaking down the erroneous DARE programming [11:15] -Answers to life’s challenges coming from the heart [20:00] -Mike & Paola’s calling: Helping those who can’t help themselves [22:22] -Terence McKenna: “Culture is not your friend!” [26:20] -Aaron Rodger’s reigning 4X NFL MVP sharing his ayahuasca journey [32:15] -Incredible power in Intention and Set & Setting to embrace change [40:00} -Why coaching? Once that train gets moving it's hard to stop :) [42:00] -Morning routine [44:30] -Mike’s experience with microdosing Ibogaine & psilocybin [47:10] To connect with Mike Mumola: https://www.instagram.com/mikemumola/
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How To Take Back Your Mind: Episode #88, Gerardo Urias REPOST
09/05/2022
How To Take Back Your Mind: Episode #88, Gerardo Urias REPOST
Gerardo’s book is a masterpiece: Brave, bold, timely, selfless, and truly an inspirational program of overcoming. “Taking Back My Mind” is a game-changer for anyone seeking to heal to become the best versions of themselves. In our spirited conversation we talk psychedelic medicines, integration practices: Wim Hof & Stoicism. And we aggressively confront the failed war on drugs and the carnage left in its wake. Show Notes Gerardo Urias: We discuss; -Gerardo’s journey with psychedelic medicines [4:40] -How we treat ourselves is how we treat others [10:20] -Wim Hof & Psychedelics [13:40] -Inspired by Tim Ferriss’s 80/20 rule [16:15] -How stoicism helps us integrate psychedelic healing [21:00] -Amor Fati: Love Your Fate! [23:45] -An invitation for 10X growth [36:20] -Flow is the answer [40:00] -Thoughts on the failed, unjust, racist War on Drugs [45:00] -60/70s vs our current psychedelic renaissance [59:20] Useful Resources: “” Contact Gerardo Urias: FB: @takingbackmymind IG: @gerardourias77 Please support a brave first time author and pick up a copy of Gerardo’s game-changer book
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Psychedelics & Emotional Eating: Getting To The Root w/Jillian Acosta: Episode #87, Jillian Acosta/The Root Cause Method
07/20/2022
Psychedelics & Emotional Eating: Getting To The Root w/Jillian Acosta: Episode #87, Jillian Acosta/The Root Cause Method
Jillian brings a novel approach to optimal health and emotional well-being. She bravely shares her healing journey overcoming childhood trauma and her earnest intentions to pay the grace of plant medicine healing forward. She has put together an inspiring offering that gets to the root by fostering sisterhood and deep healing with Ketamine therapy. We talk psychedelic healing and how to best integrate for getting the most out of the experience to be healthy, happy and strong. Jillian Acosta/The Root Cause Method Show Notes: We Discuss; -Jillian’s struggles with eating disorder [5:10] -Healing her relationship with food in plant medicine ceremony with sassafras [10:00] -First profound healing retreat with Ayahuasca [19:30] -Getting to the root trauma [26:00] -Handling challenging emotions [29:30] -Magical power of sisterhood [40:00] -The gifts that came from trauma [47:00] -Leveraging neuroplasticity for positive change [50:45] -Roots, Seeds & Trees 12-Week Program [53:10] -More thoughts around integration [1:00:00] -Morning ritual [1:04:00] Helpful resources: -The Tim Ferriss Show - “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle - with Gabor Mate https://thewisdomoftrauma.com To contact Jillian: Website: https://www.therootcausemethod.com Email: IG:@therootcausemethod & @jillianacosta_rd IG: @drmichelleweiner Worth The Fight Links: IG:
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Magic n' Microdosing: Episode #86, Matt Simpson Solocast
05/14/2022
Magic n' Microdosing: Episode #86, Matt Simpson Solocast
We dive deep into the massive potential in an earnest intentional microdosing protocol. By leveraging the elevated neuroplasticity we can adopt and then stack healthy habits aligned with our goals and aspirations in an accelerated manner. Huge upside with very low risk. Dream. Decide. Do. Magic n’ Microdosing Show Notes/Resources: 10% off coupon code: WORTHTHEFIGHT
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You Can w/Kanna: Microdosing Psychedelics: Episode #85, Phoebe & Ryan/Hearthstone Collective
04/10/2022
You Can w/Kanna: Microdosing Psychedelics: Episode #85, Phoebe & Ryan/Hearthstone Collective
Are you curious about starting an intentional microdosing protocol? Are you concerned about legality? Well, Phoebe & Ryan from Hearthstone Collective share a powerful South African plant medicine Kanna which is legal and easily accessible. In our spirited discussion, we talk all things microdosing and everything one might need to know to get the most out of a microdosing protocol. Show notes HearthStone Collective Podcast #85 We Discuss; -Ryan’s heart-opening Kanna Experience [10:00] -Benefits of Kanna [11:15] -Engaging an intentional microdosing protocol w/Kanna [21:10] -Microdosing and PTSD [31:30] -How to microdose [33:50] Helpful Resources: -Brian C. Muraresku Johann Hari Hearthstone Collective: Connect w/Hearthstone Collective on IG: @hearthstonecollective @_phoebe_mcpherson @ryan.latreille Worth The Fight Links: IG:
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Unlimited Post-Traumatic Growth: Decoding Trauma From Wholeness: Episode #84, Hayden Bowen Gordon-Brander REPOST
03/08/2022
Unlimited Post-Traumatic Growth: Decoding Trauma From Wholeness: Episode #84, Hayden Bowen Gordon-Brander REPOST
In our uplifting conversation, Hayden and I talk in-depth about her overcoming childhood trauma to live a wholehearted life. She shares vulnerably a horrific event that imprisoned her but also gave her an incredible understanding of what trauma is and the mechanism behind psychedelic-assisted therapy. We share a hopeful glimpse of what might be possible from the other-side of trauma: both individual and collective. Show notes Hayden Bowen Podcast #28 We Discuss; -Pushing against psychological immune system [12:48] -Trauma cycle — Shake it off! [13:45] -Listen to your body, it’s trying to tell you something - Mom knows best [15:42] -Profound message of hope for those with trauma: There is a Benevolent Universe waiting for you, that has been here the whole time [18:10] -Beyond the scope of the trauma filter [18:36] -Wisdom and deep intelligence: Your attention has to go right on this spot(Your trauma) until you burn through it [22:10] -The body never forgets [23:50] -My coming out of the Psychedelic Closet [29:45] - [30:00] -Rhythms of nature are so healing! [33:10] -Holotropic Breathwork [33:45] -Collective invitation to redesign and rewire what we are doing(as a society)[41:45] -“We are all just walking each other home” -Ram Dass [44:25] -Hayden’s mother’s overcoming Parkinson's disease: “Disordered Movement” [52:47] -Mom’s unwinding the unmet experiences in her body, and early childhood upbringing [55:05] -Hayden’s mom’s Psychedelic healing MDMA-assisted therapy [59:10] -Generative Parkinsons(Not Regenerative Dis-Ease) [1:02:54] -Meeting our darkness is necessary to know our full light [1:05:00] -One consciousness at a time - Janine, WTF Podcast #6 [1:09:30] -Parting words from Hayden [1:14:15]
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Enhancing Empathy: Episode #83, Doug Finkelstein, Empathic Health
02/02/2022
Enhancing Empathy: Episode #83, Doug Finkelstein, Empathic Health
Doug shares his powerful story of getting off of pharmaceuticals to finding a second lease on life: elevated energy & Self-awareness with a renewed focus on serving our human family. As the Chief Empathy Officer of Empathic Health Doug is building community within the psychedelic space, providing a safe space where like-minds can connect, learn and grow together. He shares his inspiring story and hopeful outlook for that Better World Our Hearts Know Is Possible. Show notes Doug Finkelstein/Empathic Health -Doug shares his personal experiences with psychedelics [2:30] -Power of intention [4:45] -Doug’s open sharing of struggles with pharmaceuticals [10:30] -Science of psychedelics vs. pharma [18:15] -Empathic Health: How to get involved [21:45] -Longterm goals [24:50] -Rick Doblin PhD’s post-prohibition world in 2035 [29:30] - [34:00] -Doug’s experiences with microdosing [35:00} -Power of the morning ritual/health stack [39:20] To connect with Doug and Empathic Health:
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My Trip Down The River: Episode #82, Matt Simpson Solocast
12/16/2021
My Trip Down The River: Episode #82, Matt Simpson Solocast
Most of us agree it’s long been time for a good ol’ grassroots Love Revolution. The table is set. Our US war veterans amid a mental health crisis and suicide epidemic need us more than ever before. I believe our struggling but resilient warriors are our nation and the world’s great hidden strength. Now is the time. Let’s empower them to push this edge and lead us into the psychedelic unknown
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Breathing for Optimized Health & Next-Level Energy: Episode #81, Robbie Bent/Othership
11/30/2021
Breathing for Optimized Health & Next-Level Energy: Episode #81, Robbie Bent/Othership
We dive deep exploring the power of the breath. We discuss the importance of daily practice, and how conscious breathing can give us autonomy over our nervous system. Robbie shares his inspiring story out of addiction to a dream life of service to others. This episode is rich with psychedelic integration strategies, hacks, tips, that invite for accelerated healing and transformation. Towards the end we do a live breathwork practice demonstrating the power of Othership.US — Check out the app!
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A Dose of Hope: Episode #80, Dr. Dan Engle Repost
11/06/2021
A Dose of Hope: Episode #80, Dr. Dan Engle Repost
Dr. Dan Engle graciously shares his spiritual insight and pragmatic perspective of our uncertain times like no other illuminating how to best walk the psychedelic path in service to our brothers and sisters, and collective awakening. We push the edges and unpack the perils and potential of our precarious present times. Dan brings novel ideas and strategies around initiation and integration and a wealth of perspective being a true psychedelic pioneer.
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Integrating Psychedelia: 8 Pillars of Next-Level Growth: Episode, #79 Matt Simpson Solocast
10/22/2021
Integrating Psychedelia: 8 Pillars of Next-Level Growth: Episode, #79 Matt Simpson Solocast
Integrate means to make whole. These 8 pillars help us to optimize the psychedelic experience and make the profoundly impactful insights more actionable in our lives and the day-to-day. What good are these peak experiences if they aren’t making the world a better place? What is this all for?
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Dr. Joe Tafur: Bridging Modern Science and Traditional Healing: Episode #78, Dr. Joe Tafur
10/04/2021
Dr. Joe Tafur: Bridging Modern Science and Traditional Healing: Episode #78, Dr. Joe Tafur
Dr. Joe Tafur works earnestly to bridge the worlds of modern science and traditional healing. Like none other, he has one foot rooted in each world; the shamanic realm and the Western medical model. In our hopeful podcast, Joe illuminates the role of Spiritual healing in healthcare and what might be possible with these powerful misunderstood medicines.
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Exponential Power in Psychedelics, Meditation & Flow: Episode #77 Matt Simpson
09/28/2021
Exponential Power in Psychedelics, Meditation & Flow: Episode #77 Matt Simpson
Why Flow might be the key to unlocking our Infinite potential? Flow science research shows that while in a Flow State we have massively leveled up Creativity, Productivity, and Learning.
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Dr. Rick Strassman: DMT & Deepening Reality: Episode, #76 Dr. Rick Strassman
08/25/2021
Dr. Rick Strassman: DMT & Deepening Reality: Episode, #76 Dr. Rick Strassman
Pioneering DMT psychedelic researcher Dr. Rick Strassman shares his game-changing work and contrarian outlook and perspectives. We talk about the supreme value in set & setting and how the “expectancy effect” plays a much larger role in the outcomes we receive from peak psychedelic experiences. Dr. Strassman is an unsung hero in this movement who doesn’t get proper due for being a first mover in the early 1990s initiating brave and controversial research around the effects of intravenous DMT.
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