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2026/10/07
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The world is waking up to the profound healing power of psychedelics, but very few people understand how actually to use these medicines effectively. As a professional psychedelic guide and facilitator, Jimmy Nguyen has made it his mission to help others have intentional psychedelic experiences and positively influence the facilitation landscape. On this show, we’ll be providing tips, best practices, and answering common questions about safely using psychedelics for meaningful change.
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Fall Break 2026
2026/10/07
Fall is here, and as the weather gets chilly, we're slowing down and taking it all in. We'll be taking a short break from the pod and will be back in a couple of weeks with new solo episodes from Jimmy, as well as new conversations with a variety of insightful guests.
Until then, check out our previous episodes, or join us in our online community where you can engage with other journeyers.
Learn more at: https://www.psychedelicpassage.com/support-community
This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Clinical Trials and a Complex Psychedelic Future w/ Dr. Alan Davis
2026/09/24
In this Episode:
Clinical research often excludes the diversity of everyday life, making real-world access to psychedelic therapy look very different than a trial setting. As Dr. Alan Davis highlights, thorough preparation and a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship are essential to preventing harm and fostering genuine healing.
Key Takeaways:
The Human Connection to Healing: Clinical trials often try to isolate a drug’s biological effect, but decades of psychotherapy research show that therapeutic alliance and thorough preparation are the primary drivers of positive outcomes.Clinical Trials Exclude Real-World Realities: Rigid screening criteria in research leave out the complex, diverse realities of everyday people, highlighting a need for naturalistic and community-based settings to understand how psychedelics work in practice.Internal Protection Isn’t Brokenness: Trauma-response mechanisms like dissociation or hypervigilance are protective strategies built for survival; healing requires a slow, gentle approach rather than trying to “demolish” one’s defensive structures overnight.Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:08:00 - Alan's Story
00:18:19 - Clinical Trials
00:36:18 - Dosages
00:41:39 - Addiction, Safety, Healing
00:51:25 - Treatment and Diversity
00:58:15 - Gurus and the System
01:10:07 - The Harm of Doing Good
01:25:57 - Psychedelic Hopes and Dreams
More From Our Guest:
Follow Dr. Alan K. Davis on LinkedInThe Center for Psychology Drug Research and Education at the Ohio State UniversityRead the companion article on our blog.
This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Longevity Medicine and Psychedelics w/ Dr. Jordanna Quinn
2026/09/09
Key Takeaways
Preventing Post-Journey Crashes: Supplying the physical body with proper nourishment before and after psychedelic experiences help prevent post-journey depletion, ensures a smoother, more sustainable recovery.Trauma Impacts Physical Healing: In Dr. Quinn’s experience, physical treatments like stem cell therapy can plateau until underlying psychological trauma is addressed, proving how deeply emotional states influence bodily recovery. Healing & Personal Agency: Sustainable wellness relies on taking accountability, but that doesn’t mean you have to rely on yourself to heal. Professionals can give us tools to help shift our focus from an external fix to internal accountability. Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:19 - The Physician’s Path
00:11:33 - Psychedelics in Practice
00:28:05 - Rethinking Healing Models
00:38:08 - Whole-Person Health
00:51:22 - Preparing the Body
00:58:16 - Root Cause Medicine
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Dr. Jordanna Quinn is a board-certified physician and founder of Kore Regenerative Medicine in Golden, Colorado, where she practices at the intersection of regenerative, longevity, and psychedelic medicine.
One of the early physicians in longevity medicine to focus on the connection between cellular and mental health, she treats the body as an interconnected system rather than a set of symptoms, a lens that shapes how she approaches psychedelics.
Nearly two decades of work in human physiology and performance have shown her that the body one brings into an altered state matters as much as their mindset. She founded Quinntessential Journey to translate that physiology into practical, evidence-informed preparation for those experiences.
Carrying a working physician's perspective into the field, her psychedelic work centers on the core pillar that physical readiness is a vital component of the medicine experience.
Read the companion article at psychedelicpassage.com.
More From Our Guest:
You can find Dr. Quinn through Quinntessential Journey on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn Kore Medicine This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness and Psychedelic Integration with Psychologist Nigel Denning
2026/08/26
Nigel Denning joins us to talk about his work with altered states of consciousness, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and holotropic breathwork. In each of these cases, integration is an important part of the experience, and is an ongoing process with multiple aspects that can unfold over time. We also talk about the therapist’s role, including the need for presence, minimal intervention, and how to support people without imposing a fixed interpretation.
Key Takeaways
Nigel Denning is a counseling psychologist with nearly 40 years of experience in psychedelics, non-ordinary states of consciousness, and psychedelic-assisted therapy.Holotropic Breathwork: A method of entering altered states, developed from Stanislav Grof’s LSD psychotherapy work, that does not involve any substances at all, but uses accelerated breathing, music, and supportive bodywork.Integration of Non-Ordinary States: A triphasic model that involves first capturing the experience, then translating it into language and story, then finding meaning — which often happens over time, in tandem with traditional therapy.Chapters
00:00:00 - Podcast Opening and Guest Intro
00:05:15 - Nigel’s Psychedelic Beginnings
00:17:55 - What Is Holotropic Breathwork?
00:24:24 - The Symbolic Mind
00:30:56 - Rethinking Psychedelic Integration
00:53:00 - The Triphasic Integration Model
01:00:48 - Rapid-Fire Reflections
01:06:20 - Psychedelic Futures in Australia
Read the companion article at psychedelicpassage.com.
This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Special Edition: Community Member Spotlight - Leah B
2026/08/12
Welcome to our first Community Member Spotlight. In this premiere episode, you'll hear a conversation between Bree, our Community Steward, and Leah, a program participant and online community member.
Leah shares some major transitions in her life. She worked as an ICU nurse for 15 years, and recently left that job to focus on homeschooling and raising her two sons. We talk about the emotional weight of these life changes, including grief, uncertainty, and a sense of rebirth. Leah reflects on motherhood as one of the hardest things she has ever done, and says her children have influenced her to want to become better for herself and for them.
Leah had been curious about psychedelics. After researching meditation, and reading Michael Pollan’s How to Change Your Mind, she eventually scheduled a ceremony with Psychedelic Passage. We discuss how psychedelic experiences have influenced her decision-making, what she's learned on her journey so far, and how it's shaping her outlook going forward. Support from facilitators, the community, her therapist, and her family have all been crucial in her growth and healing. Leah also talks about how important integration is, and how her work still continues, long after her ceremonies.
Key Takeaways
Psychedelics act as a catalyst for change, not a magic bullet: Long-term transformation requires moving beyond a “pop a pill” mindset to view the medicine as sacred, and healing as an ongoing, multi-faceted process.Support systems and alignment are crucial: Navigating deep inner work effectively relies on finding the right fit in facilitators, securing a supportive network (such as a partner, community, or therapist), and feeling safe enough to be fully vulnerable.Integration is an ongoing, lifelong process: Realizing the benefits of a journey unfolds gradually over months or years, often showing up as subtle shifts in self-talk, personal values, identity, and relational patterns rather than immediate overnight fixes.Chapters
00:00:00 New Beginnings and Spotlight
00:02:50 Grief and Rebirth
00:04:40 Leaving Nursing Behind
00:09:28 The Call to Psychedelics
00:12:49 First Ceremony Experience
00:14:57 Medicine Feels Sacred
00:19:02 Healing Through Integration
00:23:37 Exploring Other Medicines
00:25:30 Community and Support
00:31:19 Gratitude for the Journey
Read the companion article at psychedelicpassage.com.
This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
The Power of Story, Myth, and Belief w/ John O'Connor
2026/07/29
In A Short, Strange Trip, author John O’Connor explores the mystical legacy of Terence McKenna to look beyond the "cheerleaderism" of the modern psychedelic renaissance. By journeying from the Amazon to American subcultures, O’Connor reveals how raw curiosity cultivates the deep connection and community necessary for true human understanding.
Key Takeaways
Psychedelic therapy is not a standalone solution: Based on his father's experience, O'Connor emphasizes that psychedelic interventions require deliberate preparation and integration to work, warning against the uncritical "cheerleaderism" prevalent in mainstream media. Terence McKenna laid the groundwork for the modern psychedelic renaissance: O'Connor's book, A Short, Strange Trip, chronicles McKenna’s 1971 expedition to the Colombian Amazon, framing him as a foundational yet frequently overlooked figure in psychedelic history. Field-based journalism bridges cultural divides: By directly engaging with subcultures like from Bigfoot researchers to Indigenous leaders in the Amazon, O'Connor proves how immersive, genuine reporting fosters connection and nuanced understanding across the many subcultures of humanity. More From Our Guest
John O’Connor's website: https://www.johnmoconnor.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerforhighenergymetaphysics Find his book, A Short, Strange Trip, on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or bookshop.org Chapters
00:00:00 Intro and Guest Introduction
00:05:18 From Travel Writing to Bigfoot
00:08:53 Belief, Myths, and Psychedelics
00:19:21 Bigfoot, Wilderness, and Longing
00:29:05 McKenna’s Amazon Journey
00:36:43 Discovering Terrence McKenna
00:40:59 A Father’s Search for Healing
00:50:06 La Chorrera in Person
00:59:53 Journalism, Responsibility, and Community
01:05:32 Psychedelic Futures and Regulation
Read the companion article at psychedelicpassage.com.
This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Exploring Medicinal Mindfulness w/ Daniel McQueen
2026/07/08
Daniel McQueen utilizes mindfulness-enhanced psychedelic therapy and multimodal, multi-substance programs to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed healing and advanced spiritual exploration. Through his innovative work with psychedelic cannabis blends and extended-state DMTx journeys, McQueen emphasizes safety, client autonomy, and deeply ethical facilitation practices, while keeping a healthy curiosity of psychedelic medicine and what it can achieve.
Key Takeaways
Psychedelic Cannabis is a Distinct Modality: By intuitively blending full-spectrum sativa, indica, and hybrid strains, Daniel McQueen developed a somatic, trauma-informed practice that induces a waking, dream-like state capable of psychedelic visuals with client autonomy fully intact. DMTx Extends the Psychedelic Journey: To overcome the brief 5-to-15-minute window of standard DMT, McQueen pioneered "DMTx," a multi-hour experience utilizing an infusion pump method that allows journeyers to ground into and explore the space over an extended period.The Foundation of Deep Healing is Skill and Ethics: Daniel believes that deep healing relies heavily on the "Set, Setting, and Skill" framework—where established everyday mindfulness practices enhance a client's ability to surrender to the experience.This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Mushroom Mycology for Health and Wellness with Jeff Chilton Pt. 2
2026/06/24
This is Part 2 of Jimmy's conversation with Jeff Chilton. If you haven't already listened to Part 1, we recommend you check that out first.
Jeff Chilton is an unsung hero of the mycology world whose decades of expertise in mushroom cultivation have helped expose the mislabeling and economic adulteration rampant in the modern supplement industry. Ultimately, his life's work and research all point to one simple piece of advice: reconnect with nature and eat mushrooms.
Key Takeaways
Pioneering Mushroom Cultivation: Jeff Chilton fundamentally shaped the modern mushroom industry by co-authoring the definitive 1983 guide The Mushroom Cultivator, launching Nammex to introduce organic functional mushrooms to the US, and securing a landmark Health Canada permit to research and standardize 20 different Psilocybe species.The Fight Against Mislabeling: Chilton actively campaigns against "economic adulteration" in the supplement industry, using rigorous scientific testing to expose companies selling myceliated grain products (which are mostly starch) under the guise of true mushroom products.Prioritizing Nature Over Medicalization: Believing that healing stems from natural connection rather than synthesized or heavily commercialized products, Chilton advocates for full-spectrum mushrooms and the profound, grounding "ecstatic experiences" that come from reconnecting with nature.Learn More:
nammex.com realmushrooms.comThis podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Mushroom Mycology for Health and Wellness with Jeff Chilton Pt. 1
2026/06/11
This is Part 1 of Jimmy's conversation with Jeff Chilton.
Jeff Chilton is an unsung hero of the mycology world whose decades of expertise in mushroom cultivation have helped expose the mislabeling and economic adulteration rampant in the modern supplement industry. Ultimately, his life's work and research all point to one simple piece of advice: reconnect with nature and eat mushrooms.
Key Takeaways
Pioneering Mushroom Cultivation: Jeff Chilton fundamentally shaped the modern mushroom industry by co-authoring the definitive 1983 guide The Mushroom Cultivator, launching Nammex to introduce organic functional mushrooms to the US, and securing a landmark Health Canada permit to research and standardize 20 different Psilocybe species.The Fight Against Mislabeling: Chilton actively campaigns against "economic adulteration" in the supplement industry, using rigorous scientific testing to expose companies selling myceliated grain products (which are mostly starch) under the guise of true mushroom products.Prioritizing Nature Over Medicalization: Believing that healing stems from natural connection rather than synthesized or heavily commercialized products, Chilton advocates for full-spectrum mushrooms and the profound, grounding "ecstatic experiences" that come from reconnecting with nature.Learn More:
nammex.comrealmushrooms.comThis podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Mushrooms, Cannabis, and Living Authentically with Nancy Rassbach
2026/05/20
Jimmy welcomes Nancy Rassbach, a long-time member of the Psychedelic Passage community. Now in her eighties, she talks about her journey through altered states of consciousness, and how she’s finally come to know the best version of herself.
Key Takeaways
Integration is a Long-Term Commitment: Nancy’s profound transformation didn’t happen overnight from her initial psilocybin macrodoses; rather, her macrodoses laid the groundwork and her healing was sustained by five years of disciplined, routine inner work and therapeutic support. Cannabis May Be A Helpful Integration Tool: By leveraging an intentional 10mg THC routine twice a week, Nancy discovered that “stoned journaling” and meditation could reliably replicate the conducive, reflective states of a psychedelic experience in a highly controllable container. The Power of the Biphasic Experience: Nancy’s routine masterfully mirrors the natural flow of cannabis by using the initial phase of racing thoughts to clear her mind via journaling, followed by the secondary phase of physical calm to transition into deep meditation.This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Drug Reform and Executive Orders with Jason Ortiz
2026/05/04
Key Takeaways
The Power of Local Action: Meaningful change often begins at the municipal level through grassroots organizing, with the possibility to connect with likeminded individuals across the country and grow to a national scale. Medicalization vs. Legalization: Recent executive orders favor a “capitalistic” model of progress, prioritizing patented, pharmaceutical versions of substances while often leaving natural plants and the communities most impacted by the War on Drugs behind.The “People-to-Law Pipeline”: To ensure that new policies actually meet community needs, advocates must move from simply “asking for a seat at the table” to actively drafting their own legislation and building coalitions that force political incorporation.Psychedelic Passage: Your Psychedelic Concierge — The easy, legal way to find trustworthy psilocybin guides, facilitators, and psychedelic-assisted therapy near you in the United States.A community organizer by trade, Jason Ortiz is the Director of Strategic Initiatives for The Last Prisoner Project, focusing on policy and advocacy for incarcerated individuals affected by drug laws. He is currently focused on cannabis legalization at the federal level through the Cannabis Unity Coalition, the nation’s largest cannabis advocacy coalition.
He also serves as the Vice President of the Latino Cannabis Alliance and as the Chair of the Policy Committee of the Puerto Rican Psychedelic Collective.
A cannabis justice advocate since he was arrested for smoking on the way to school at age 16, Jason co-founded the Minority Cannabis Business Association and helped draft Connecticut’s 2021 cannabis equity framework.
He is the former Executive Director of Students for Sensible Drug Policy, where he trained students to combat the war on drugs, and has served as the Policy Director for Connecticut for Accessible Psychedelic Medicine and as President of the Connecticut Puerto Rican Agenda, where he mobilized support for Puerto Rico’s independence.
Ever get frustrated by your Governor or local government, or feel like your voice isn’t heard? Or maybe you don’t feel represented by the politicians around you. Don’t you wish you could call up the president and tell him what he’s doing wrong? Well, Jason Ortiz is the person you want to know.
He forces politicians to do things they don’t want to do. Believe it or not, politicians get away with what we let them, and it may feel like we don’t have a voice, but we very much do.
Jason wears many hats, and while we won’t get to learn about them all today, we’ll instead get to focus on the actionable side of government: the intergenerationality of politics and advocacy, the political machine at work, how ideas become reality, and what that process looks like.
Learn from a true agent of change about what you can do to make the world a better place, because it’s true: the power is with the people. By discussing the ins and outs of drug policy and the recent executive orders on cannabis and psychedelics, we hope to help folks find their own path to how to get involved in their communities to change their governments and their laws.
More From Our Guest:
Last Prisoner Project:
lastprisonerproject.org
Latino Cannabis Alliance:
latinocannabisalliance.org
Jason Ortiz on Instagram:
instagram.com/jasonjortiz
This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Why Psychedelic Healing is Nonlinear
2026/04/22
Intentional psychedelic healing is a cyclical process that forgoes linear progress in favor of an upward spiral, where minute changes in perspective can build up to deep transformation. By embracing the natural highs and lows of the overall journey, individuals can move beyond simple symptom relief toward building a resilient, self-sustaining internal ecosystem.
Key Takeaways
Beware the "Optimization" trap. True self-actualization isn't about becoming a "perfect" or "optimized" future version of yourself; it’s about stripping away layers to become the real you, measuring success by fulfillment not “leveling up.”Healing is cyclical, not linear. Progress often involves revisiting the same emotional material multiple times. However, each "loop" offers a slightly different perspective, allowing you to transform old baggage into usable wisdom through minute changes in your relationship with the content.The goal is "Living Pond" resilience. Rather than relying on constant external fixes (like a chlorinated pool), the objective is to build a self-sufficient internal ecosystem. This means developing the skills to navigate the natural highs and lows of life with your own internal tools and values.This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Psilocybin and Nausea
2026/03/25
Nausea is a common side effect when ingesting psilocybin mushrooms, usually most pronounced during the “come up” and typically leveling out for the remainder of the trip, although the extent and duration of nausea can vary greatly among individuals.
Today, we’ll look at a few different perspectives on why nausea can happen, as well as some tips for avoiding it. We’ll also share how nausea played an integral part in one client’s intentional psychedelic experience, so tune in for a comprehensive conversation surrounding nausea and psilocybin!
Key Takeaways
Diverse Biological Triggers: Nausea is primarily caused by the interaction of fungal compounds (like indigestible chitin, tannins, and beta-glucans) with the human body, as well as the activation of 5-HT2A and 5-HT3 receptors in the gut.Physiological vs. Psychospiritual Lenses: Identifying the specific causes of discomfort is essential for choosing the right approach; symptoms may stem from physical digestion or from "somatic resistance" and emotional baggage.Strategic Remedies: Depending on the trigger, the transition can be managed through remedies like lemon tekking and dietary preparation, or by intentionally "leaning in" to the experience as a beneficial psychospiritual purge.This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
The Mushroom vs Myceliated Grain Debate of Functional Mushroom Products with Louis Giller of North Spore
2026/03/11
Jimmy welcomes Louis Giller, North Spore’s community education lead. In part two of this two-part discussion, they discuss the ongoing debate between the use of fruiting body versus myceliated grain, highlighting a critical need for transparency and more rigorous research within the functional mushroom industry. By understanding how these products are cultivated and labeled, consumers can better advocate for honest standards and ensure they are receiving the medicinal compounds they expect.
Key Takeaways
The Transparency Gap: The core issue isn't that myceliated grain is "bad," but that it is often hidden. True industry transparency means clearly labeling the ratios of mycelium to fruiting bodies so consumers can make informed choices about the potency they are paying for.The Power of Synergy: Functional mushrooms and psychedelics can work in tandem; for example, the "Stamets Stack" uses Lion’s Mane and psilocybin together to potentially catalyze neuroplasticity and nerve growth more effectively than either could alone.A Growing Industry Standard: Through coalitions like the Functional Mushroom Council, the industry is moving toward a standard of "radical transparency," aiming for clear labeling of beta-glucan content and standardized testing protocols.This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
Everything You Need to Know About Functional Mushrooms with Louis Giller of North Spore
2026/02/25
Part 1 of 2
Jimmy welcomes Louis Giller, North Spore’s community education lead. In part one of this two-part discussion, they dig into the many facets of mushrooms in our lives—from environmental remediation to cultural practices, and even their role in the ecosystem as decomposers.
Louis and Jimmy unpack some of the benefits of functional mushrooms, particularly for anyone on a healing journey. They explore some of the ways mushrooms may interact with the body and gut microbiome, as well as some of the specific effects you may experience with different mushroom species, and highlight the importance of individual experimentation.
By exploring the diverse types of fungi—from saprotrophs to mycorrhizal networks—we can better utilize their unique biological compounds to support human health. These functional mushrooms can offer extensive benefits, ranging from enhanced mitochondrial energy and cognitive support to systemic immune modulation.
Key Takeaways
Biological Recyclers: Fungi belong to a unique kingdom of “decomposers” that bridge the worlds of the living and the dead, utilizing mycelial networks to recycle nutrients and maintain global ecosystems.Systemic Health Benefits: Functional species like Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps provide a “hidden pharmacy” of compounds—including beta-glucans, triterpenes, and ergothioneine—that support cognitive function, immune resilience, and cellular energy.Untapped Potential: While Eastern cultures have revered mushrooms for millennia, Western science is only just beginning to map the full chemical profiles of both functional and psychedelic species, revealing a vast array of secondary metabolites with untapped therapeutic potential.This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman.
Our music is by Mic Coats.
Psychedelic Passage is your partner in safe, supported, and effective psychedelic journeys. As the first concierge service in the U.S., we connect you with vetted facilitators who value integrity and expertise.
Start your free Match Making Process, join our Online Learning Community, and explore a range of educational articles at psychedelicpassage.com.
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psychedelicguy 2024/12/10
Action-oriented psychedelic podcast
Jimmy and his podcast are focused on giving people tangible advice to improve their psychedelic use. From how-to’s and advances techniques, this podca...
Emeraldman 2024/11/20
Genuine and useful
A heartfelt and wonderful introduction, and you can go as deep as you want in this fascinating topic.
But please. Please. Please stop constantly usi...
Elena_Aguilar 2024/04/09
A lot of sorting
There are some good nuggets of wisdom and knowledge here but I wish these guys had an editor - or that they tightened up their language and storytelli...
Tryitgirl 2024/03/07
Genuine
This is my favorite psychedelic podcast by far. The integrity and authenticity with which they approach their podcast topics and offerings is hearteni...
Colette T. 2024/03/02
Insightful
I had watched a Netflix program on psychedelics which sparked my curiosity, but I was also very wary about it. This episode was incredibly informative...
AClifford.H 2023/07/06
Great Real Info for a New Journeyer
As someone who is exploring the topic of psychedelics, for the first time, this show has been a huge value and getting real information. The host take...
Cocofrog 76 2023/05/28
Great content
I appreciate that these guys are in alignment with much of my own philosophy around psychedelics. It’s educational and practical conversation while al...
kuhn!01 2023/05/25
Incredibly helpful and informative!
For some reason I figured this podcast might be dry, but it’s far from it. I can’t say enough about how helpful it as been with the examples, stories,...
M0329 2023/04/17
Microdosing
Hey guys, I looked for a segment on exactly what to do about working on issues while microdosing. Could you do a day on the process, for example expla...
kfdiamond 2023/01/01
Honest and informative. Highly recommend!
I love this podcast! Jimmy and Nick continue to flush out every detail of the (new to many) world of psychedelics, primarily focusing on psilocybin, w...
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