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Healing Intentions features conversations between naturopathic doctor, psychedelic activist and cannabis enthusiast Dr. Adrian Mehmedi, ND and guests covering a wide range of topics including natural health and wellness, mental health, therapeutic psychoactives, philosophy and spirituality to expand your mind and open your heart.
This podcast shares healing experiences, research, and education to raise awareness about our self healing abilities and reduce harm when healing. There will be different types of healers on this show (not just doctors) that explain their healing journey and encourage various modalities of healing. We are all healers, even if we are just healing ourselves. There is an amazing lineup of beautiful souls ahead. This is an educational podcast only and does not substitute medical advice and all c ...
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Episode 35: Steve Farrar - Mushroom Mycelium Vs. Fruiting Body Debate Finally Settled
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In this episode I interview Steve Farrar. Steve has been involved in specialty agriculture and organic food production systems for his entire professional life. He has been active in various aspects of mycology and mushroom production for over 35 years. His initial focus was on the production of specialty, gourmet mushrooms for sale to restaurants …
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Episode 34: Dr. Moshe Daniel Block - Holistic Counseling, Mind-Body Medicine, Medical Freedom
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In this episode I interview Dr. Moshe Daniel Block. Moshe Daniel Block, ND, HMC, VDP is the author of The Revolution of Naturopathic Medicine: Remaining True to Our Philosophy, a book about the philosophy and practice of naturopathic medicine, and Holistic Counseling – Introducing the Vis Dialogue, a book about a breakthrough healing method uniting…
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Episode 33: Josette Tkacik - Self Healing through Self Love, Dance and Water
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In this episode I interview Josette Tkacik. In 2011, former professional dancer and new mom, Josette Tkacik was diagnosed with severe sudden onset of advanced rheumatoid arthritis, an excruciatingly painful and disabling auto immune disease for which current western medicine claims there is no cure. The only available treatment is radical and life …
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Episode 32: Dorothy Andreas - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs, Entrepreneurial Excellence, Communication is Key
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In this episode I interview Dorothy Andreas. At the age of 19, Dorothy Andreas sold her car, left college and bought a business. Over the next 4 decades she started and scaled 9 companies, winning over 80 awards for business ethics, business growth and entrepreneurial excellence. While building her companies and raising two young sons, mostly as a …
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Episode 31: Andrew DeAngelo: Cannabis Activism and Consulting, Cali Sober Lifestyle
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In this episode I interview Andrew DeAngelo. Andrew is a visionary leader with a proven track record of enacting systemic social change and developing best practices in cannabis — he is the very definition of a trailblazer and someone who has proudly walked the road less traveled. During his almost 13-year tenure at Harborside, where he currently s…
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Episode 30: Jeff Chilton - Mushroom Cultivation, Mycelium vs. Fruiting Body
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In this episode I interview Jeff Chilton. Jeff Chilton, raised in Pacific Northwest, studied ethno-mycology at the University of Washington in the late sixties and started working on a commercial mushroom farm in Olympia, Washington in 1973. During the next 10 years he became the production manager, responsible for the cultivation of over 2 million…
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Episode 29: Dr. Evan Johnson - The Future of Healthcare, Utopian Societies, Quantum Physics
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In this episode I interview Dr. Evan Johnson. Dr. Evan Johnson is an author, public speaker, Founder & CEO, warrior of human consciousness, and child of light. He has dedicated his life to optimal health and what is possible for the human mind, body & spirit. He has lived a life of trauma and freedom that provides an interesting mix for his mission…
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Episode 28: Adrian Lozano - Psychedelic Plant Medicines, Ceremony, Integration
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In this episode I interview Adrian Lozano. Adrian is a psychedelic coach who guides people through transformations with the use of psychedelic plant medicines. He guides individuals to discover their true potential through altered states of consciousness and integrate it into their lives. He uses other modalities such as meditation, breathwork, mic…
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Episode 27: Dr. Brian DiDiego - Spirituality, Sound Healing, Shamanism
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In this episode I interview Dr. Brian DiDiego. Brian is a US Army veteran who graduated from National University of Health Sciences and is currently a Naturopathic Doctor in MN. He has three children and enjoys attending drum circles, meditations, and classes with his two older children. He has a background in music and is passionate about integrat…
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Episode 26: Dr. Eli Camp - Homeopathy, Vitalism, Business
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In this episode I interview Dr. Eli Camp, ND, DHANP, VNMI. Dr. Eli Camp is a 2005 graduate of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM). She lectures across the country and internationally at numerous health conferences, public school districts and to the community in general regarding the topics of health and the practice of homeopathy and…
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Microdosing Psilocybin and Mercury Toxicity with Mark Reddick
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In this epsiode, Mark Reddick discusses various topics such as: nervous system, microdosing psilocybin, mercury toxicity, psychedelics, spirituality, movement literacy, how movement stimulates cognition, children's learning, autodidacticism, and being accountable. We get weird in the beginning of our conversation and then jump into science about mo…
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Episode 25: Dr. Rick Kirschner - Medical Freedom, Writing and Speaking for a Living
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In this episode I interview Dr. Rick Kirschner. Dr. Rick Kirschner is a retired professional speaker, business skills educator, personal and executive coach, film-maker, blogger, and an internationally bestselling author. As founder of Art Of Change LLC, he delivered motivational speeches and training programs on The Art of Change Skills for Life™ …
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Episode 24: Chris Abrahamsen - San Diego Psychedelic Society, Grassroots Movements
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In this episode I interview Chris Abrahamsen. Chris is a long time community organizer and non profit fundraising specialist. From environmental work to drug policy reform Chris has worked on numerous issues to make the world a better place. Co-founder of Grassroots Activist International Association and Co-founder of the San Diego Psychedelic Soci…
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Episode 23: Dr. Louise Edwards - Vitalism, Chinese Medicine, Capacities of Consciousness
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In this episode I interview Dr. Louise Edwards. Dr. Lou is a graduate of National College of Naturopathic Medicine, 1988 and the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, 1989. She had a full time private practice in Durango, CO until 2005 when she chose to primarily focus on teaching and writing. Dr. Edwards was an adjunct faculty member at National Un…
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Episode 22: Jorge Contreras - Real Estate, AirBnb, Emotional Intelligence
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In this episode I interview Jorge Contreras. Jorge, a real estate investor and coach is passionate about helping people create time, financial and location freedom with Airbnb and Real Estate investing. He retired at age 29, became a millionaire by 30, and now earns multiple 6 figures with his Airbnb Business. Connect with Jorge on Instagram: thejo…
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Episode 21: Mike Govoni - Addiction Recovery, Self-Discovery, Drug Stigma
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In this episode I interview Mike Govoni. Mike is passionate about helping people in recovery experience greater healing and transformation. As a person in recovery for over 16 years, Mike has personally walked this path and knows what it takes to not only recover but to heal. Mike has overcome what he calls Mount Everest like hurdles such as childh…
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Episode 20: John Eley - Music as Medicine
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In this episode I interview John Eley. John “JBLAZE” Eley is an American music producer, composer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist based in Los Angeles, California that has produced highly acclaimed work for major recording artists such as Ceraadi ,Sevyn Streeter, Algee Smith, Seryah, Naomi Scott, Niqa Mor, and more. He has placed songs on Fo…
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Episode 19: Sean Hardwick - Cannabis/Psychedelic Law and Drug Policy
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In this episode I interview Sean Hardwick. Sean is a Regulatory Analyst at Mr. Cannabis Law. In the psychedelic industry, Sean drafted Florida HB 549 (2021), which is Florida’s first psychedelic legalization bill. With over 2 years in the regulated cannabis industry, he has drafted over 17 state marijuana license applications, business plans, and o…
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Episode 18: Clinton Buie - Cryptocurrency, Disruptive Innovation and Living a Balanced Life
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In this episode I interview Clinton Buie. Clinton obtained his B.S. from The Ohio State University (OSU) in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He received numerous scholarships during his tenure at OSU, and for his senior year, was awarded a summer research assistantship in the LEES lab at MIT. Upon graduating, Clinton received a full Masters Sch…
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Episode 17: Dr. Jared Zeff - Naturopathic Vitalistic Clinical Wisdom
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In this episode I interview Dr. Jared Zeff. Jared Zeff, ND, LAc, VNMI, is a graduate of the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, 1979. He has been in continuous clinical practice since that time, but also pursued a dual career in academics. He holds a full professorship from NCNM, where he also served as Dean from 1988 - 1993. He is currently…
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Episode 16: Dr. Kareem Kandil - Safe and Effective? Discussing the Big V
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In this episode I interview my good friend and colleague Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND. As a researcher of medical cannabis and botanical medicine for the past decade, Dr. Kandil combines his educational background and passion for botanical medicine, focusing on industrial hemp-derived cannabinoids. Dr. Kandil began his journey into medicine as an emer…
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Episode 15: Dr. Thomas Macsay - Bodywork, Entrepreneurship, Psychedelics
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In this episode I interview Dr. Thomas Macsay. Tom is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Carlsbad, California. He enjoys utilizing various bodywork, injection therapies, nutrient therapies, and dietary counseling as his main clinical tools. He also enjoys entrepreneurship, product formulation, plant extraction, mycology, writing, and psyc…
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Episode 14: Mike Satow - Vulnerability, Leadership, Masculine Energy
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In this episode I interview Mike Satow. Mike is an authentic, passionate, vulnerable leader who lives in the realm of self-awareness. Mike has healed and continues to heal from past trauma on his mission of self-discovery and is committed to helping others do the same. He understands his own power and helps others reclaim theirs through embracing t…
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Episode 13: Levi Barker - Iboga Wellness in Costa Rica
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In this episode I interview Levi Barker. Levi is a Bwiti iboga provider at Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. With over 12 years experience with iboga, Levi administers iboga to those feeling called to use iboga as a life advancement tool. Check out their website at https://ibogawellness.com Connect with me on Instagram @dradrianmehmedi and let m…
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Healing Autoimmunity, Epilepsy, Hashimotos with Sweta
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In this epsiode, Sweta and Dr. Felty discuss various topics such as: supplements, autoimmune healing, epilepsy, Hemophilic Anemia, the healing process, Hashimotos, blood tests, adrenal issues, naturopathic doctors, intuitive healing, the importance of sleep, and much more. Sweta is an advisor for Forbes and CNBC. She works in the tech and functiona…
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Sexual Trauma, Mental Health, and Parenting with Michelle Thompkins
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Join the healing conversation with Michelle Thompkins, a self healer, mom, mental health advocate, and community leader. Michelle is the founder of The Cornerhouse Store Chicago, connecting youth to accessible mental health resources & creative outlets. Learn more here: https://www.thecornerstorechicago.com/…
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Episode 12: Jener Sakiri - Demystifying Decentralization
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In this episode I interview Jener Sakiri. Jener, a social-capitalist at heart, is a third year practicing esquire, with a fervent passion of and for the education of decentralized principles and intermediary-less values. Follow @blockchain.education on Instagram for more information and the counterpart account is @blockchain.finance Connect with me…
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Crohn's Disease and The Healing Mindset with Chris Rivera
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Join the conversation with Chris Rivera. We discuss nutrition, gastroenterology, medications, juicing, essential oils, and the mindset it takes to heal. Chris Rivera is a self healer and a Proctor-Gallagher Consultant. Learn more about Procto-Gallagher Institute: https://www.proctorgallagherinstitute.com/. References: What is Crohns?: https://www.m…
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Episode 11: Dr. Rob Varecha - Chiropractic, Mushrooms, Stuck Emotions
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In this episode I interview Dr. Rob Varecha. Rob lives and works as a Chiropractor in Southern Maine with his fiancé Andee and 2 pups. Rob is a fungi enthusiast, avid reader, and a natural health care patient and practitioner. Show notes: Fungi: Books: Entangled life - Merlin Sheldrake Fantastic Fungi - Louis Schwartzberg/Paul Stamets/Michael Polla…
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Addiction, PCOS, Infertility, Grief, and Parenting With Ashley Michaud
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Join the healing conversation. We discuss conditions such as: addiction, being a child of alcoholics, PCOS, infertility, grief, and family karma. Ashley Michaud is a self healer and mom who has become a holistic coach, reiki master, psychedelic integration coach, and psychedelic author. She is the founder of Elemental Growth, a coaching service tha…
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Cannabis, Psychedelics and Naturopathy with Dr. Adrian Mehmedi
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In this episode, Dr. Adrian Mehmedi talks about cannabis, psychedelics, fasting, nutrition, meditation, and naturopathic medicine. We discuss healing conditions such as: anxiety, ulcerative colitis, addiction, and trauma. Dr. Adrian Mehmedi is a naturopathic doctor working on starting his telemedicine practice based out of San Diego, California. He…
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Episode 10: Psychedelic Integration Roundtable
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In this episode I have past guests ILLIODD and Dr. Ben Miers on for a roundtable discussion on psychedelics, music, life and much more. Follow them on instagram @ILLIODD and @benmiershealing As a special treat this episode is also available on video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xa8URSm2QS0 Subscribe to Healing Intentions: Apple: https://podcasts.ap…
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Episode 9: Jonathan de Potter - Psychedelic Retreats
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In this episode I interview Jonathan de Potter. Jonathan is the founder of Behold Retreats and advocates for elevating consciousness and working on ourselves as the most meaningful way to improve the world. As a thought-leader in plant medicine, his priority is to guide others to maximize the benefits, and to raise education and awareness on the su…
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Episode 8: Dr. Arman Fathi - Chiropractic and Ju-Jitsu
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In this episode I interview Dr. Arman Fathi. Arman is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt. He can be reached on Instagram @the_arman_hammer Connect with me on Instagram @dradrianmehmedi and let me know what you think of the episode! Subscribe to Healing Intentions: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-intenti…
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Episode 7: Dr. Ben Miers - Physical Therapy, Quantum Hypnosis Healing Technique
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In this episode I interview Dr. Ben Miers. Ben is a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Orthopedics and Sports Physical therapy for the last 9 years in the field as a licensed clinician. Ben is a certified specialist through Functional Movement Systems and the Titleist Performance Institute. Ben has worked with the adult population and junior athletes th…
In this episode I interview Drs. Alex Orton and Kolby Ourada. Alex and Kolby are the owners and founders of Haven Holistic Health located in downtown Chicago. They are passionate about educating and empowering the world, their community, and their patients about the innate healing capability of the body. They specialize in treating individuals with…
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Episode 5: Dr. Cresencia Felty - Psychedelics, Sex, Relationships
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In this episode I interview Dr. Cresencia Felty, a self healer, holistic naturopathic doctor, reiki master and future psychedelic therapist. Dr. Felty educates and empowers people to feel better naturally. She helps people of all ages with various health goals and illnesses, however, she is passionate about digestive health and mental health. Learn…
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Episode 4: Brian Bernier - International Healthcare, Psychology, Love
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In this episode I interview Brian Bernier, a Haitian-American naturopathic medical student from Gainesville, FL. He has a background in Psychology and is passionate about helping to bring new paradigms to fruition. Follow Brian on Instagram @brianthepolyglot Connect with me on instagram @adrian_mehmedi23 and let me know what you think of the episod…
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Episode 3: Jeton Osmani - Marines, Military, Medicine
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In this episode I interview Jeton Osmani, a United States Marine Corp. Veteran who has deployed to Kuwait and Iraq and he's currently enrolled in school to become a firefighter. Follow Jeton on Instagram: @jetonjo Connect with me on instagram @adrian_mehmedi23 and let me know what you think of the episode! Subscribe to Healing Intentions: Apple: ht…
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Episode 2: Ben Schwartz - Brain Health, Environmental Medicine, Brotherhood
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In this episode, I interview my good friend and naturopathic medical student colleague, Ben Schwartz. Ben and I share many interests and beliefs about topics like the brain, the planet, and, of course, natural healing. Follow Ben on Instagram @ben.t.schwartz Connect with me on Instagram @adrian_mehmedi23 and let me know what you think of the episod…
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Episode 1: ILLIODD - Art, Music, Life
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In this inaugural episode I interview my long time friend ILLIODD. We talk about his music, art, psychedelics, animation and much more. Follow him on Instagram @ILLIODD www.illiodd.com All music featured on this episode is produced and provided by ILLIODDBy Adrian Mehmedi
