Best Justin Romero Podcasts (2024)

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PT509 – Music for Psychedelic Exploration and the First 'Choose Your Own Adventure' Album, with Shahar Amit 1:08:41

16m ago1:08:41

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In this episode, Joe interviews Shahar Amit: psytrance musician who has created what may be the world's first modular album for psychedelic exploration under his project, Held By Sound. He talks about his background in the rave and festival scene, the moment he realized he wanted to make music, and the realization that he could create soundscapes s…

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PT508 – The Veteran Community and Operator Syndrome: Psychedelics and Redefining Pain Management, with Tommy Aceto 1:13:30

2d ago1:13:30

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In this episode, Joe and special guest, Court Wing, interview Tommy Aceto: former Navy Seal and trauma medic, NCAA athlete, Michigan State Champion Wrestler, and now, psychedelic advocate and ambassador for the Veteran Mental Health Leadership Coalition. He discusses his journey from childhood to wanting to become a SEAL, and the toll that military…

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PT507 – Psychedelic Education: Insights, Advice, and Where to Start, with Johanna Hilla & Kyle Buller 55:20

6d ago55:20

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In this episode, Kyle and Johanna catch up, interviewing each other about psychedelic education and what they’ve learned, the biggest challenges, and what advice they would give to anyone looking to get involved in the psychedelic field. They discuss: How sometimes it’s not about the substance: If you want to be a psychedelic therapist, do you see …

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PT506 – Decolonization, Difficult Conversations, and the Challenge of Merging Spirituality and Science, with Philip Wolf 1:42:08

9d ago1:42:08

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In this episode, Joe interviews Philip Wolf: writer, member of Rolling Stone's Culture Council, founder of Cultivating Spirits (the first company in the U.S. to offer legal culinary cannabis experiences), and founder of CashoM, an education company offering a certificate in cannabis stewardship. He discusses his recent Rolling Stone article about t…

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PT505 – Bicycle day Reflections, Quantum Mechanics, and the Value in Studying Philosophy to Understand Psychedelic Experiences, with Lenny Gibson, Ph.D. 1:03:21

13d ago1:03:21

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In this episode, Joe and Kyle interview Lenny Gibson, Ph.D.: philosopher, Grof-certified Holotropic Breathwork® facilitator, 20-year professor of transpersonal psychology at Burlington College, and the reason Joe and Kyle met many years ago. He talks about his early LSD experiences and how his interest in the philosophy of Plato and Alfred North Wh…

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E296 - Devin Haney will DESTROY Ryan Garcia Saturday | Haney vs. Garcia preview 16:56

14d ago16:56

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Does Ryan Garcia stand a chance against Devin Haney this weekend? The two fight on DAZN and I can’t really give Ryan Garcia much credit after all these shenanigans in the build up. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:00 Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia: the resume4:55 The new, aggressive Devin Haney11:06 Ryan Garcia’s path to victory13:56 Be coachableThe resume of Dev…

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PT504 – Rethinking Drug Education: From D.A.R.E. Scare Tactics to an Evidence-Based Approach, with Joey Lichter, Ph.D. 1:06:32

16d ago1:06:32

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In this episode, Joe interviews Joey Lichter, Ph.D.: professor in the Chemistry & Biochemistry department at Miami’s Florida International University, and one of the few professors in the U.S. teaching a course about psychedelics at the collegiate level. He talks about his path towards the course, the challenge of creating a curriculum that covers …

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E295 - Max Holloway SLUMPS Justin Gaethje | UFC 300 full card recap 33:15

17d ago33:15

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Max Holloway stole the show at UFC 300. Sure, Alex Pereira smashed away Jamahal Hill but it was Holloway’s knockout of Justin Gaethje that broke the most waves. Chapters: 0:00 Intro1:00 Max Holloway slumps Justin Gaethje8:08 Alex Pereira’s one-hitter-quitter15:08 Weili Zhang has a tough night18:47 Arman Tsarukyan breaks through the static22:01 Bo N…

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PT503 – Updates from MAPS: Current Initiatives, Psychedelic Science 2025, and Music as a Bridge, with Devon Phillips 59:44

20d ago59:44

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In this episode, Joe interviews Devon Phillips: community & partnerships officer for the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). Phillips works on strategies to tackle the questions: How do we responsibly mainstream psychedelics? And how do we get culture engaged? He's focusing on being the bridge to psychedelics outside of re…

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E294 - EVERYTHING is on the line for Alex Pereira at UFC 300? | UFC 300 preview podcast 23:34

22d ago23:34

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UFC 300 is finally here! In today’s podcast we’re breaking down some of the cards best fights including Alex Pereira vs. Jamahal Hill.Chapters0:00 Intro0:48 What’s on the line for Alex Pereira?4:38 Jamahal Hill’s path to victory10:09 Weili Zhang showcase fight13:34 Gaethje and Holloway’s violence bowlMore than a win is on the line for Alex Pereira …

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PT502 – Preserving Psychedelic Legacies: Shulgin Farm and the Shulgin Archive Project, with Keeper Trout 57:44

23d ago57:44

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In this episode, Joe interviews Keeper Trout: archivist, author, photographer, co-founder of the Cactus Conservation Institute, and creator of Trout’s Notes, a website compiling personal research and collected data to help ethnobotanical researchers. From an interest in cactus taxonomy, Sasha Shulgin urged Trout to go through his files, resulting i…

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E293 - Brendan Allen beats Chris Curtis, eyes top five | UFC Vegas 90 Recap 23:28

24d ago23:28

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Brendan Allen has won seven straight but lacks a marquee win. What’s next for the Louisiana middleweight? Let’s look at that as well as what else UFC Vegas 90 has to offer!Chapters:0:001:01 Brendan Allen has a tough night with Chris Curtis10:25 Damon Jackson has a new W and hairline13:23 Morgan Charriere is not elite18:22 Ignacio Bahamondes’ highli…

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PT501 – Women and Psychedelics, Microdosing, and the Challenges of Psychedelic Parenthood, with April Pride 57:22

27d ago57:22

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In this episode, Alexa interviews April Pride: creative entrepreneur, veteran of the cannabis space, and now, founder of SetSet, an educational platform and podcast (picking up where The High Guide left off) for women curious about psychedelics. With Alexa about to embark on the journey of motherhood, she asks many of the questions parents working …

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PT500 – Shulgin Farm and the Future of Psychedelic Drug Development, with Paul F. Daley, Ph.D. 36:01

30d ago36:01

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In this episode, Joe interviews Paul F. Daley, Ph.D., who worked with Sasha Shulgin in his lab for the last seven years of his life, helping him finish (and co-authoring) "The Shulgin Index, Volume One: Psychedelic Phenethylamines and Related Compounds." He is now the co-founder, Chief Science Officer, and Director of Analytical Science at the Alex…

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E292 - Erin Blanchfield eats all Manon Fiorot’s jabs | UFC Atlantic City fight recap podcast 21:34

1M ago21:34

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Erin Blanchfield really ran onto Manon Fiorot’s jabs and crosses all night. Didn’t try much different. Just ate them all night. Now it’s back to the drawing board for the 24 year old.Chapters0:00 Intro0:10 Manon Fiorot deserves a title shot6:07 Erin Blanchfield needs some work9:50 Joaquin Buckley gets career best win14:02 Chris Weidman combination …

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E291 - Tim Tszyu bled so Rolly Romero could walk 16:26

1M ago16:26

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Tim Tszyu and Rolly Romero were both dethroned in two very different fights. In today’s podcast, we talk about the first PBC card on Amazon Prime. Chapters: 0:00 Intro0:10 Tim Tszyu gashed up5:05 Sebastian Fundora vs. Terence Crawford?9:51 Isaac Cruz is a terminator13:55 Rolly Romero’s fraudulent title reignTim Tszyu was one of the higher regarded …

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PT499 – Osiris González Romero – Mesoamerican Psychedelics, Decolonization, and the Concept of an Ontological Turn 1:31:22

1M ago1:31:22

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In this episode, David interviews Osiris González Romero: philosopher and Postdoctoral researcher on cognitive freedom and psychedelic humanities at the University of Saskatchewan. Romero believes that our weakest point of research is our knowledge of Indigenous languages, and is focused on highlighting different cultural uses of psychedelics to be…

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PT498 – Maria Mangini, Ph.D., FNP – Traversing the Psychedelic Landscape: From Esalen and Millbrook to the Future of Shulgin Farm 51:27

1M ago51:27

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In this episode, Joe interviews Maria Mangini, Ph.D., FNP: researcher, educator, and midwife who has worked closely with many psychedelic innovators and was part of the original social network at Shulgin Farm – where this episode was recorded. She traces her journey from the influence of pioneers like the Wassons, Shulgins, and Grofs, and historic …

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E290 - 125 Rose ain’t it, chief | UFC Vegas 89: Rose Namajunas vs. Amanda Ribas recap 21:32

1M ago21:32

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Rose Namajunas notched a win over Amanda Ribas in the main event of UFC Vegas 89 last night. With a win at 125, “Thug” Rose is looking for her way to a title shot in her second division.Chapters: 0:00 Intro0:10 Rose Namajunas isn’t the same at 1256:37 Amanda Ribas fought well11:55 Edmen Shahbazyan REALLY wants to grapple14:57 Youssef Zalal returns!…

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PT497 – Wendy Tucker – Reflections from Shulgin Farm: Psychedelics, Legacy, and the Spirit of Discovery 53:01

1M ago53:01

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In this episode, released on Ann Shulgin’s birthday, Joe interviews Wendy Tucker: daughter of Ann and stepdaughter to Alexander “Sasha” Shulgin. Recorded in Sasha’s old office, she recounts her formative years, giving an insider’s look into her Mother’s openness about psychedelics, working with Sasha in the lab, how the Shulgins made a perfect team…

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PT496 – Juan Pablo Cappello – Maintenance Doses and Recurring Revenue: The Ethics of At-Home Ketamine Therapy 59:00

1M ago59:00

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In this episode, Joe interviews Juan Pablo Cappello: co-founder and former CEO of Nue Life Health, whose assets were subsequently acquired by Beckley Waves. Cappello digs into his recent article which has been making waves across the psychedelic community: “Profit Over Patients? A Critical Look at At-Home Ketamine Therapy.” He created Nue Life with…

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PT495 – Dr. 1Drea Pennington Wasio – Self-Love, Narrative Therapy, and Post-Traumatic Growth 1:22:06

2M ago1:22:06

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In this episode, David interviews Dr. 1Drea Pennington Wasio: integrative physician, psychedelic-assisted therapy facilitator and psilocybin retreat leader, international speaker, podcaster, and author of several books, including "Sacred Medicine: Exploring The Psychedelic Hero’s Journey." She discusses her personal metamorphosis and name change in…

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PT494 – Itzhak Beery – Soul Retrieval, Moments of Awakening, and Uncovering the Language of Spirit 1:41:02

2M ago1:41:02

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In this episode, David interviews Itzhak Beery: author, shamanic teacher, speaker, trip leader, and founder of ShamanPortal.org, an online community and resource for people who want to learn, practice, and teach shamanic traditions. Beery shares his transformational journey, starting from his upbringing on a kibbutz in Israel, to his disillusioned …

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E287 - Chito Vera is BRAINDEAD | UFC 299: Sean O’Malley vs. Chito Vera 2 full card recap 23:13

2M ago23:13

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Sean O’Malley put on a masterclass against Chito Vera in the two’s long awaited rematch. That doesn’t mean Chito Vera didn’t fight like a moron. Let’s talk about his performance for a minute.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:10 Chito Vera is braindead9:17 Dustin Poirier is braindead too12:55 Welcome to the UFC, MVP15:58 Jack Della Maddelena is for real18:58 Pet…

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E286 - Francis Ngannou fraud checked by Anthony Joshua 13:30

2M ago13:30

13:30

It took Anthony Joshua two rounds to do what Tyson Fury couldn’t: knock out Francis Ngannou. And in spectacular fashion, he did it in the second round. In this episode we will recap the fight between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou and compare it to Tyson Fury’s body of work against the former UFC champion.Chapters: 0:00 Intro0:10 Francis Nganno…

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PT493 – Laura Reeves – Sacred Sites, Ayahuasca, and Connecting With the Rhythms of the Earth 1:14:09

2M ago1:14:09

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In this episode, Johanna interviews Laura Reeves: Glastonbury-based facilitator and medicine woman trained in craniosacral therapy, somatic experiencing, breathwork, and more, who holds retreats at sacred sites in the U.K. and Peruvian Amazon. She tells of her journey from serendipitously booking a trip to Ecuador just as she first heard about ayah…

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PT492 – Elizabeth Anglin – Alien Abductions and Parallel Realities: How Do You Validate the Radically Ineffable? 1:20:58

2M ago1:20:58

1:20:58

In this episode, Joe and guest co-host Erica Rex interview Elizabeth Anglin: spirit medium, animal communicator, intuitive healer, alien abductee, and author of Experience: Memoirs of an Abducted Childhood. She talks about her early abduction experiences, the time when she and her father realized they were both being abducted at the same time (from…

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PT491 – Dr. Sam Banister – Drug Development, The State of Biotech, and Exploring Non-Hallucinogenic Compounds 1:00:26

2M ago1:00:26

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In this episode, Christopher Koddermann interviews Dr. Sam Banister: co-founder and chief scientific officer of Psylo, an Australian biotech company developing next-generation psychedelics. Banister discusses how he got involved in drug development, how Psylo came about, and the hallucinogenic and non-hallucinogenic 5-HT2A agonists Psylo is working…

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E283 - Is Brandon Royval actually Max Holloway? 17:54

2M ago17:54

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Brandon Royval snagged a sketchy split decision win over former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno this weekend at UFC Mexico. His fight was at elevation and “Raw Dog” put on a torrid pace of volume with a lot of variety. The question now is the following: Is Brandon Royval 125’s Max Holloway?Chapters:0:00 Intro0:10 Brandon Royval’s volume5:55 Brand…

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PT490 – Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris – Plasticity, the Role of Set and Setting, and the Influence of Psychedelics 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

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In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris: founder and head of the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London, founding director of the Neuroscape Psychedelics Division at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and founder of the Carhart-Harris Lab. A legendary researcher, he talks about his psychedelic origi…

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PT489 – Alyssa Gursky, LPC – Psychedelics, Art Therapy, and the Creative Process 1:07:23

2M ago1:07:23

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In this episode, Joe interviews Alyssa Gursky, LPC: artist, research associate and study therapist at the Social Neuroscience and Psychotherapy (SNaP) lab, and founder of Psychedelic Art Therapy LLC, which pioneers ketamine-assisted art therapy. She talks about her first mushroom experience and how her art and creative process instantly felt differ…

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PT488 – Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley – The Cost of War: Veterans' Mental Health and Government Responsibility 1:05:39

2M ago1:05:39

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In this episode, Joe interviews Matthew ‘Whiz’ Buckley: former decorated US Navy F/A-18 Hornet fighter pilot and now, founder and CEO of No Fallen Heroes Foundation, a non-profit focused on healing veterans and first responders with psychedelic-assisted therapy. Buckley met Joe in D.C. while they were both campaigning for psychedelic therapy to any…

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E282 - Ilia Topuria is your new 145 king | UFC 298: Ilia Topuria vs. Alexander Volkanovski recap 26:54

2M ago26:54

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Ilia Topuria is your new king of the featherweight division. He knocked out the long-reigning champion Alexander Volkanovski in round two to take home the title to his native country of Spain. Let's talk about the fights!Chapters0:00 Intro0:57 Ilia Topuria is the king of 14511:37 Bobby Knuckles violence15:10 Ian Garry stunk up the joint18:46 Merab …

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E281 - Is Volk too old? | UFC 298 Preview: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria 19:06

3M ago19:06

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Alexander Volkanovski must be what, 80 by now? The talk going into UFC 298 has been that Volkanovski is too old. He’s over 35, the curse for champions. He faces Ilia Topuria this weekend and the matchup couldn’t be tougher.Chapters0:00 IntroAlexander Volkanovski is a master at switching from southpaw to orthodox. In this video we will look at a few…

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PT487 – Saga Briggs – Interoception, Healing Through Connection, and Learning to Trust Our Bodies 1:07:41

3M ago1:07:41

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In this episode, David interviews Saga Briggs: freelance journalist and author of "How to Change Your Body: The Science of Interoception and Healing Through Connection to Yourself and Others." A collection of interviews, peer-reviewed research, and personal story; the book dives deep into the mind-body connection, how to become more embodied, and o…

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E280 - Joe Pyfer was not fraud checked | UFC Vegas 86: Jack Hermansson vs. Joe Pyfer recap podcast 12:47

3M ago12:47

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Jack Hermansson is a tough fight for anyone. Some come and rise to the occasion (Sean Strickland, Jared Cannonier) and some fall short (Kelvin Gastelum, Chris Curtis). Joe Pyfer fell short.0:00 Intro0:17 Joe Pyfer was not fraud checked4:34 Jack Hermansson is a trap fight8:16 Dan Ige earns his 50K10:14 Loma Lookboonmee is always funJack Hermansson c…

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PT486 – Steve Rio – 5-MeO-DMT, Somatic Release, and Creating Context for Spirituality 1:07:03

3M ago1:07:03

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In this episode, Joe interviews Steve Rio: psychedelic guide, performance and transformation coach, musician, and co-founder of Enfold, a retreat center in BC, Canada. While Enfold caters each experience to each client, they largely work with 5-MeO-DMT (which is unregulated in Canada); partly because of its power, and partly because Rio realized ho…

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E279 - Teofimo Lopez is so frustrating | Teofimo Lopez vs. Jamaine Ortiz recap 20:55

3M ago20:55

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Teofimo Lopez is good until he's not. For such a talented fighter, he consistently under performs against lesser competition, especially that loss to George Kambosos Jr. His win over Jamaine Ortiz last Thursday was exactly that: under performing.0:00 Intro0:13 Teofimo Lopez has a focus problem7:51 Will Jamaine Ortiz ever be champion?11:24 Keep Teof…

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PT485 – Ayize Jama-Everett, M.Div, M.A., M.F.A. – Meeting People Where They Are: Why the Underground Will Always Thrive 1:39:54

3M ago1:39:54

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In this episode, Joe interviews Ayize Jama-Everett: author, educator, filmmaker, and therapist with a long history of work in substance use and mental health services. When Jama-Everett was last on the show, “A Table of Our Own” – a film focusing on healing, psychedelics, and bonds within the Black community – was still in its infancy. It’s now com…

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PT484 – Dr. Peter Grinspoon – Seeing Through the Smoke: The Importance of Telling the Truth About Cannabis 1:04:04

3M ago1:04:04

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In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Peter Grinspoon: primary care physician and cannabis specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital, TedX speaker, certified physician life coach, and author of the new book, Seeing Through the Smoke: A Cannabis Expert Untangles the Truth about Marijuana. He tells his story of growing up in a house where academics …

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PT483 – Dr. Kate Pate – Traumatic Brain Injuries, the Gut Microbiome, and the Potential of Psychedelics as Anti-Inflammatory Agents 56:13

3M ago56:13

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In this episode, Joe interviews Dr. Kate Pate: Ph.D. neurophysiologist; Founder and CEO of Coruna Medical; founding board member of the Psychedelic Medicine Association; and Founder of The Way Back, a company that will provide education and coaching services related to military, veteran, and first responder health – often in wilderness settings. Sh…

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PT482 – Paul F. Austin – Behind the Scenes: A Conversation on Psychedelic Business, Media, and Education 1:12:36

3M ago1:12:36

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In this episode, Joe speaks with Paul F. Austin: Founder & CEO of Third Wave, Founder of Psychedelic Coaching Institute, and host of Third Wave's The Psychedelic Podcast. Recorded in-person at this year's reMind conference, this episode – a shared release with Third Wave – is a rare glimpse into the inner workings of both Psychedelics Today and Thi…

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PT481 – Ryan Latreille – Kanna: The History, Science, and Potential of an Emerging Legal Alternative 59:06

3M ago59:06

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In this episode, Joe interviews Ryan Latreille: Founder of Hearthstone Collective, which sells functional mushrooms and low-dose kanna designed for microdosing; and Kanna Extract Co., which is focused on offering high-potency kanna extracts more for ceremonial and recreational use. He talks about how he found his way to kanna; his first psychedelic…

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PT480 – Emma Knighton – Psychedelics and Consent: Power Dynamics, Boundaries, and the Concept of 'Safe Enough' 1:21:39

3M ago1:21:39

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In this episode, Kyle interviews Emma Knighton: Somatic trauma therapist, Vital instructor, and psychedelic integration therapist focusing on consciousness exploration, complex PTSD from childhood abuse, and queer identity development. This episode is a bit of a masterclass on consent and boundaries within the client/practitioner relationship. She …

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E276 - Dricus Du Plessis defeats Sean Strickland, what’s next? | UFC 297 recap podcast 27:06

3M ago27:06

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UFC 297 was a card that happened. It wasn't a great card, really not even a good card. But it happened. The main event saw Dricus Du Plessis edges Sean Strickland over five rounds and take the UFC middleweight title. This sets up that long(ish)-awaited matchup with two time former champion Israel Adesanya. Dricus Du Plessis is the second fighter bo…

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PT479 – Erik Vaughan – Psilocybin in the Midwest and the Need for Potency Testing 36:53

3M ago36:53

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In this episode, Joe interviews Erik Vaughan: Co-Founder and Manager of Epiphany mushrooms, a mushroom and mental health company based in Akron, Ohio. Epiphany mushrooms will initially be selling Lion's Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps, and they plan to expand into more functional mushrooms while also pursuing a license to operate healing centers in Col…

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Ep. 57: Frozen Pixza ft. @PATIOPAP 1:19:30

4M ago1:19:30

1:19:30

Here with @PATIOPAPI, aka PDox, aka DJ, aka Don Juan for episode 57, 50 episodes since DJ was last with us. Join us as we discuss aliens in Miami, Katt Williams, NYC Tunnels, Shannon Sharpe, Creamsicle beer, conspiracy theories and more!📅 Streamed January 17th, 2024🎧 LRvT Mixtape (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6df...👍 Like • Follow • …

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Ep. 56: 2023 Wrap Up 1:24:21

4M ago1:24:21

1:24:21

📅 Streamed December 31st, 2023🎧 LRvT Mixtape (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6df...👍 Like • Follow • Subscribe: @lrvtpodcast🎶 Intro music produced by @patiopapi🎙 Hosted by Steven DiLisio, Justin Romero🎬 Produced and co-hosted by Erick ArredondoBy The Lone Rangers vs Tonto Podcast

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Ep. 55: Let's Indict the Fothermucker! 1:39:04

4M ago1:39:04

1:39:04

Steven's back so the gang's all here and we discuss an array of topics, including Diane Feinstein dying, bullying and parenting, drugs and alcohol, unions, and more!📅 Streamed October 5th, 2023👍 Like • Follow • Subscribe:🎶 Intro music produced by @patiopapi🎙 Hosted by Steven DiLisio, Justin Romero🎬 Produced and co-hosted by Erick Arredondo…

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Ep. 54: Glitch McConnell 1:30:30

4M ago1:30:30

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Steven isn't able to make it, something about Specific Gravity or something, but we have long-time friends of the show making a comeback. Join us for a conversation with Luke Skyy!📅 Streamed September 7th, 2023👍 Like • Follow • Subscribe:🎶 Intro music produced by @patiopapi🎙 Hosted by Steven DiLisio, Justin Romero🎬 Produced and co-hosted by Erick A…

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