Psychedelics as Medicine

What happens when a psychedelic ceremony ends and you return to your everyday life? On Psychedelics As Medicine, Dr. DREAM talks with spiritual coach and addiction recovery specialist JoAnne Rees about psychedelic integration, long-term sobriety, and the daily practices that help her put insights into action.Sober since January 21, 1992, JoAnne shares how grief brought her to Alcoholics Anonymous and how breathwork and A Course in Miracles shaped her recovery. She explains what she means by “addiction to thinking” and why she still goes to AA meetings after more than three decades of sobriety.JoAnne also walks through four stages of a journey: research and intention, surrender, integration, and embodiment. She describes what she asks on a first preparation call, how she approaches inner child and somatic work, what she looks for in a facilitator, and why 5-MeO-DMT can be such a profound experience.In this episode:What sobriety means to JoAnne and how it shapes her conversations about psychedelicsHow she works with the stories she tells herselfWhat preparation and aftercare can look likeHow she uses meditation, yoga, and community to carry insights into daily lifeWhat practice has helped you carry an insight into everyday life? Share it in the comments, and subscribe for more conversations with Dr. DREAM.CHAPTERS 0:00 Welcome and introducing JoAnne Rees 1:56 What sobriety means to JoAnne 2:45 Grief, her father, and getting struck sober 4:02 Rebirthing breathwork and A Course in Miracles 6:31 What “addiction to thinking” means 8:26 Four stages: intention, surrender, integration, embodiment 12:04 Why she still goes to AA after 30+ years 15:38 Talking with people in recovery about psychedelics 17:26 Does AA have a stance on psychedelics? 19:11 The first preparation call 21:08 Questions to ask before choosing a facilitator 23:47 The medicines she works with and muscle testing 25:47 What people feel in their body during a session 28:48 Inner child and parts work 33:36 Integration is for everything in life 35:13 Aftercare: what people need months and years later 39:43 Writing an integration plan 41:31 When an experience feels like a “bad trip” 45:27 You’re not broken, you’re remembering who you are 47:14 Choosing between medicines 52:21 Ketamine: benefits and cautions 55:01 5-MeO-DMT, and why some medications block DMT 57:25 Dr. DREAM’s ketamine and 5-MeO journey, and sound in ceremony 1:01:02 Raising her sons 1:09:12 Closing thoughtsConnect with JoAnne: https://www.breatherelaxrelease.comhttps://www.PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com https://www.ItsAllGoodPodcasts.com#PsychedelicIntegration #AddictionRecovery #PsychedelicsAsMedicine #DrDREAM #JoAnneReesWORK WITH DR. DREAM No-charge 20-minute call: https://itsallgood.com/bookings/ Dr. DREAM’s oils and healing tools: https://itsallgood.com/shop/ Join the It’s All Good Circle, Tuesdays on Zoom: https://itsallgood.com/circle/

What happens when a former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant discovers the transformative potential of psychedelics and goes on to co-found a spiritual community dedicated to exploring consciousness?In this episode of **The DMT Chronicles**, Dr. DREAM welcomes **Benjamin Moore**, co-founder and co-executive director of the **Church of the Sacred Synthesis**, for an extraordinary exploration of **5-MeO-DMT, N,N-DMT, Bufo, psilomethoxin, psychedelic spirituality, and the nature of consciousness.**Benjamin shares his deeply personal journey from military service and emotional disconnection to experiences that transformed his understanding of love, death, spirituality, and human potential.Together, Dr. DREAM and Benjamin explore the profound differences between 5-MeO-DMT and N,N-DMT, the experience of ego dissolution and unity consciousness, and the possibility that the dimensions encountered through psychedelics may exist within consciousness itself.They also dive into the controversial story of **psilomethoxin**, the founding of the Church of the Sacred Synthesis, questions surrounding scientific testing and the identification of this compound, and the intersection of psychedelic research, religious freedom, and personal autonomy.**In this conversation:**- Benjamin's journey from the U.S. Army to psychedelic spiritual exploration- His first profound encounters with psilocybin and 5-MeO-DMT- Ego dissolution, surrender, and the experience of unity consciousness- The founding and evolution of the Church of the Sacred Synthesis- Psilomethoxin, the scientific controversy, and ongoing questions about its identification- Bufo versus synthetic 5-MeO-DMT and the debate around ethical sourcing- The Jaguar Lightwand and Benjamin's approach to psychedelic experiences- N,N-DMT entities, alternate dimensions, and the nature of consciousness- Benjamin's experiences combining 5-MeO-DMT and N,N-DMT- Psychedelic safety, screening, and questions about contraindications- The importance of community, ceremony, and ongoing support- Why **integration isn't just for psychedelics. It's for LIFE.**One of the most meaningful moments comes when Benjamin reframes integration not simply as processing an extraordinary psychedelic journey, but as a lifelong practice of bringing awareness, wisdom, and presence into everyday experiences.This conversation goes far beyond the substances themselves. It's about rediscovering our connection to ourselves, one another, and the mystery of existence.**Explore more:****Benjamin Moore**Website: [www.thesacredsynthesis.com](http://www.thesacredsynthesis.com/)Community Portal: [www.skool.com/thesacredsynthesis](http://www.skool.com/thesacredsynthesis)Instagram: @realbenjaminmoore, @thesacredsynthesisThe DMT Chronicles[https://DMTchronicles.com](https://DMTchronicles.com)Psychedelics as Medicine[https://PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com](https://PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com)It's All Good Podcasts[https://ItsAllGoodPodcasts.com](https://ItsAllGoodPodcasts.com)**Guest:** Benjamin MooreCo-founder and Co-executive Director, Church of the Sacred Synthesis**Hosted by:** Dr. DREAM**Disclaimer:** This conversation is intended for education, exploration, and discussion. Guest perspectives and personal experiences are not established medical or scientific conclusions. Psychedelic substances, including 5-MeO-DMT, carry significant psychological and physiological risks, potential medication interactions, and legal restrictions. This episode is not medical advice or an endorsement of unsupervised psychedelic use.#5MeODMT #DMTChronicles #BenjaminMoore #Psilomethoxin #Psychedelics #Consciousness #Bufo #NNDMT #PsychedelicIntegration #DrDREAM

Two experienced psychonauts. Decades of exploration. One candid conversation about psychedelics as medicine.Join Dr. DREAM and Tom for an unscripted, personal exploration of psychedelic medicines, consciousness, healing, and the extraordinary experiences that can unfold when we venture beyond ordinary reality.In this special episode of Psychedelics as Medicine, Dr. DREAM brings more than four decades of personal psychedelic exploration to the conversation, while Tom shares his own journey, including how an early N,N-DMT breakthrough in 2011 profoundly changed his relationship with alcohol.Together, they compare experiences, challenge assumptions, share insights, and explore the evolving world of psychedelic medicine.IN THIS CONVERSATION• 5-MeO-DMT: Breakthrough experiences, ego dissolution, white light, and the mysteries of consciousness• N,N-DMT: Entities, other dimensions, profound insights, and Tom's remarkable personal story of freedom from alcohol cravings• Ketamine: Personal experiences with anxiety and depression, dissociation, tolerance, and the importance of responsible use• Ibogaine: Its potential in addiction recovery and PTSD treatment, alongside the seriousness of medically supervised treatment• Psilocybin: Mushroom experiences, microdosing, nausea, and the evolving research• Salvia Divinorum & DPT: Exploring lesser-known psychedelics and the mysteries that continue to intrigue experienced psychonauts• Set, Setting & Safety: Personal preferences, solo experiences, and the importance of understanding risks• The Future of Psychedelic Medicine: Scientific research, pharmaceutical involvement, accessibility, and the changing perception of these substancesThe conversation also ventures into unusual reports of mushroom-induced visions of gnomes, the possibility of shared psychedelic experiences, and the fascinating differences in how people interpret encounters with seemingly otherworldly realities.Above all, this episode is about curiosity, connection, transparency, and learning from one another.Dr. DREAM and Tom share their personal experiences, not instructions or recommendations for psychedelic use. These substances carry significant medical, psychological, and legal risks, especially when combined or used without appropriate supervision.CHAPTERS0:00 Welcome: Dr. DREAM and Tom2:08 A 3:30 AM 5-MeO-DMT journey4:28 Tom's 5-MeO breakthrough into white light10:29 Ibogaine and what it means to be a psychonaut15:16 Going solo: set, setting, and holding space17:08 Salvia divinorum and DPT18:22 45 years of exploration and how access has changed19:46 The mystery of the gnome mushrooms20:51 Partners, privacy, and a Changa message that brought Stephanie to Dr. DREAM23:03 Ketamine, anxiety, and depression24:17 Pairing ketamine with N,N-DMT25:37 D.M. Turner and combining medicines29:26 Tom's 2011 breakthrough and freedom from alcohol31:13 From AA to psychedelics32:45 Short-acting medicines and returning to baseline35:14 MDMA and the psychedelic hangover37:27 Measuring doses and ketamine tolerance41:58 Psilocybin and nausea44:19 Microdosing45:24 Research at PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com48:01 Big Pharma and the future of psychedelic medicine51:49 What's next: salvia, gnomes, and shared journeys54:07 Entities, downloads, and the old guard58:37 Closing thoughtsEXPLORE MOREPsychedelics as Medicine: https://www.PsychedelicsAsMedicine.comThe DMT Chronicles: https://www.DMTchronicles.comAll podcasts with Dr. DREAM: https://www.ItsAllGoodPodcasts.comJOIN THE CONVERSATIONHave you experienced N,N-DMT, 5-MeO-DMT, ketamine, psilocybin, or other psychedelics? What have you learned from your experiences? Share your thoughts in the comments.Subscribe for more conversations with researchers, practitioners, explorers, and individuals investigating the healing potential and mysteries of psychedelic medicines.It's All Good#PsychedelicsAsMedicine #DMT #5MeODMT #Ketamine #PsychedelicMedicine #DrDREAM #Psychonaut #Consciousness #Psilocybin #Ibogaine

What happens when your sense of being a separate self disappears? Martin Ball joins Dr. DREAM and co-host Tom to explore 5-MeO-DMT, ego death, nonduality, unconditional love, and psychedelic integration. In this episode of The DMT Chronicles, Martin recounts the January 2008 experience that transformed his understanding of consciousness and reality. From his unexpected introduction to 5-MeO-DMT to the intense months of change that followed, he shares a candid account of surrender, identity, and learning to live authentically. An author of more than 20 books, religious studies scholar, musician, and host of The Entheogenic Evolution podcast, Martin explains what he means by "God" and why he calls 5-MeO-DMT the "God Molecule." He also explores the difference between feeling connected to everything and experiencing no separation at all. Dr. DREAM also shares personal experiences with DMT and 5-MeO-DMT, while Tom brings questions about nonduality and how profound experiences affect everyday life. This conversation explores Martin's personal experiences and interpretations. It is offered for education and discussion, not as medical advice or instructions for substance use. CHAPTERS 0:00 Welcome: Dr. DREAM, co-host Tom, and Martin Ball 2:21 Who Martin was before 2008 3:11 The atheist kid who told God to prove it 8:49 The Burning Man God Box 11:30 A punk record label and the real toad 15:50 The Lamp of Eternal Illumination 21:20 "Oh my God, it's God": the January 2008 breakthrough 26:56 Rethinking Buddhism and reincarnation 30:59 What Martin means by "God" 38:31 Spirit molecule vs. God molecule 40:25 Feeling connected vs. no separation 46:53 Toad, pure molecule, and the Jaguar name 59:22 Dr. DREAM's first 5-MeO experiences 1:03:10 Waking Terence McKenna at Palenque 1:04:54 Reactivations and energetic reformatting 1:08:04 Vibrating through Santo Daime ceremonies 1:14:49 "Martin wrote Mushroom Wisdom" 1:16:15 Living authentically after the breakthrough 1:25:19 Integrating 5-MeO-DMT 1:33:15 Hal, and Martin's practice today 1:39:46 Martin's books and what's next 1:45:55 Closing thoughts from Tom and Dr. DREAM Connect with Martin Ball: https://www.martinball.net Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tDYLPo6PsGQ The DMT Chronicles: https://DMTchronicles.com Psychedelics as Medicine: https://PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com More conversations with Dr. DREAM: https://ItsAllGoodPodcasts.com

What might psychedelics offer us after 60? Author Jim Tate joins Dr. DREAM to explore psilocybin, microdosing, grief, consciousness, and the possibility of finding renewed meaning in the later chapters of life. In this episode of Psychedelics as Medicine, Jim shares his journey from a first LSD experience during the Summer of Love in 1967 to writing Elders at the Threshold: Psychedelics for Seniors. At 75, his message is an invitation to remain curious, openhearted, and engaged with life. Our conversation explores: • Psychedelics for older adults and people returning to these experiences after decades away • Grief, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and our relationship with mortality • Microdosing and Jim’s perspective on its potential • Set and setting, sound, music, and the environment surrounding an experience • Pharmaceutical research, affordability, and access • Salvia divinorum, Mazatec traditions, and approaching plant medicines with reverence • Kykeon and the ancient Greek Eleusinian Mysteries • Trusted community, preparation, support, and harm reduction • The contribution elders can make to younger generations I also share reflections from my own experiences with Salvia and the sound work Stephanie and I have developed together. Jim’s closing words capture the spirit of this conversation: “It’s never too late to grow, to heal, or to experience wonder.” CONNECT WITH JIM TATE Chronicles of Kykeon: https://kykeon23.substack.com/ Inside the Revival: https://www.psylencia.com Email: [email protected] JIM’S BOOKS Elders at the Threshold: Psychedelics for Seniors The Little Book of Salvia Divinorum During our conversation, Jim generously offered to email a free PDF of either book to interested listeners. Contact him directly to request a copy. EXPLORE MORE WITH DR. DREAM https://ItsAllGoodPodcasts.com https://PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com https://ItsAllGood.com Subscribe for more conversations exploring consciousness, healing, and the human experience. What does finding new possibility in the next chapter of life mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments. This conversation shares personal experiences and perspectives for education and discussion. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional about treatment decisions or medication changes. #PsychedelicsAsMedicine #PsychedelicsForSeniors #DrDREAM

What happens when a singer who has performed with Pink Floyd, Sting, and some of the biggest names in music discovers that decades of success haven't healed the wounds of childhood? In this deeply personal episode of **Psychedelics as Medicine**, I am Dr. DREAM, and my guest is **Machan Taylor**, acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and author of the memoir *Naked Out Loud*. Machan shares her extraordinary journey from postwar Japan to performing on some of the world's greatest stages—and the emotional struggles that remained hidden beneath the applause. At just four years old, Machan was uprooted from Japan and brought to America, leaving behind her grandmother, her first language, and the only world she had ever known. Growing up between cultures in a dysfunctional family left her struggling with belonging, identity, shame, and self-worth. Despite an extraordinary musical career that included performing with **Pink Floyd, Sting, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, and George Benson**, those emotional wounds continued to influence her life. Everything began to shift when she explored **MDMA-assisted psychotherapy in 2020**. During her first guided session, Machan experienced a remarkable vision of swimming alongside a whale that seemed to guide her back across the Pacific Ocean to her childhood in Japan. That experience became a turning point in her journey of self-discovery, emotional healing, and reconnecting with parts of herself she had long suppressed. **In this conversation, we explore:** - How childhood trauma can remain hidden beneath professional success - MDMA-assisted therapy and reconnecting with childhood memories - The differences between recreational psychedelic use and intentional therapeutic experiences - Why preparation, professional support, and psychedelic integration matter - Machan's experiences with MDMA and psilocybin - Buddhism, meditation, consciousness, and spiritual transformation - How music became both a sanctuary and a way of hiding emotional pain - The Japanese cultural concept of "saving face" and the freedom of revealing one's truth - How writing *Naked Out Loud* became part of Machan's healing journey - Moving beyond shame and fear toward self-acceptance and authenticity We also share stories involving Pink Floyd, sound healing, Japan, and the unexpected musical connection between Machan's beautiful Brazilian music and my recent travels. One of the most moving moments comes when I ask Machan what she would say today to the four-year-old girl she left behind in Japan. Her answer is a beautiful reflection on identity, belonging, and finally coming home to yourself. **ABOUT MACHAN TAYLOR** Machan Taylor is an internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and author whose remarkable musical career includes collaborations and performances with Pink Floyd, Sting, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, George Benson, and numerous other celebrated artists. Her memoir, *Naked Out Loud*, explores her life in music alongside deeply personal experiences of childhood trauma, cultural identity, Buddhism, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and emotional transformation. **EXPLORE MORE** Psychedelics as Medicine: https://PsychedelicsAsMedicine.com It's All Good Podcasts: https://ItsAllGoodPodcasts.com Discover Machan Taylor's memoir: *Naked Out Loud*. https://MachanTaylor.com **JOIN THE CONVERSATION** Have psychedelics, meditation, music, or another form of inner work helped you reconnect with yourself? Share your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe for more thoughtful conversations exploring psychedelic medicine, consciousness, personal transformation, healing, and the human experience. **DISCLAIMER:** This conversation explores personal experiences and is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice or an endorsement of unsupervised psychedelic use. MDMA and psilocybin carry medical and psychological risks, and their legal status varies by location. Individual experiences do not establish treatment effectiveness. #MachanTaylor #MDMATherapy #PsychedelicsAsMedicine #PsychedelicTherapy #ChildhoodTrauma #PinkFloyd #DrDREAM

Are miracles real? Can objects mysteriously teleport? Can prayer, intention, and consciousness influence our experience of reality?In this fascinating episode of **The It's All Good Show**, Dr. DREAM welcomes back bestselling author **Jonathan Robinson** to explore his new book, *Opening to the Miraculous: True Stories and Investigations Into the Weird and the Wonderful.*Jonathan has experienced 98 events in his life that he considers extraordinary or unexplained. His new book brings together 44 remarkable stories, including 20 from his own life and 24 involving famous individuals.In this conversation, Jonathan shares some of his most astonishing firsthand experiences:✨ **Walking on Fire:** After suffering second-degree burns while teaching a firewalking workshop, Jonathan describes awakening the following morning with no visible signs of injury.✨ **The Burning Man Telephone to God:** A mysterious conversation with a medium in the Nevada desert brings an emotional message about Jonathan's recently deceased mother.✨ **Teleportation in the Canadian Senate:** Jonathan recounts how his missing glasses apparently traveled from a security checkpoint into a zipped compartment of his wife's purse.✨ **Spiritual Energy Across Distance:** Jonathan discusses his powerful experiences with meditation, spiritual transmissions, and Zoom sessions involving teachers thousands of miles away.✨ **Synchronicities and Divine Guidance:** From unexpected encounters to seemingly impossible coincidences, Jonathan shares how asking for signs has influenced major decisions throughout his life.We also explore the extraordinary experiences of famous people featured in Jonathan's book, including **George Foreman, Ram Dass, Wayne Dyer, Paul McCartney, Johnny Cash, and Sharon Stone.**Dr. DREAM shares personal accounts of profound healing experiences, his recovery following two strokes, the origins of his Quantum Wellness Recharge program, and how synchronicities have guided his life's mission.**PSYCHEDELICS AND CONSCIOUSNESS**Jonathan reveals a surprising detail: Although psychedelic experiences expanded his understanding of reality, he says none of his 98 anomalous experiences occurred while using psychedelics. The conversation also explores 5-MeO-DMT, spiritual awakening, near-death experiences, intuition, and the possibility that the universe is far more mysterious than we imagine.**HOW CAN YOU BECOME MORE OPEN TO THE MIRACULOUS?**Jonathan shares his perspective on the roles of belief, intention, sacred places, spiritual teachers, and a willingness to question what we think we know.And in a beautiful moment of synchronicity, Jonathan reveals that a message from a recent 5-MeO-DMT experience was simply: "It's All Good."**ABOUT JONATHAN ROBINSON**Jonathan Robinson is a bestselling author of 17 books, a former psychotherapist, and a longtime explorer of happiness, spirituality, consciousness, and human potential. His books include*Opening to the Miraculous*, *The Experience of God*,*The Enlightenment Project*,and *Ecstasy as Medicine*.📖 Jonathan's new book and resources:https://OpenMiracles.com🌐 Jonathan's website: https://FindingHappiness.com🎙️ Jonathan's podcast: https://AwarenessExplorers.com**CONNECT WITH DR. DREAM**🌐 https://ItsAllGood.com▶️ YouTube: @DrDREAMLives💫 Quantum Wellness Recharge: https://QuantumWellnessRecharge.com**JOIN THE CONVERSATION**Have you ever experienced a miracle, synchronicity, unexpected healing, or something you simply couldn't explain? Share your story in the comments. We would love to hear about it! Subscribe for more inspiring conversations about consciousness, psychedelic medicine, spiritual awakening, human potential, frequency, and the extraordinary possibilities of life.*Personal experiences and spiritual interpretations discussed in this episode are not scientific proof of paranormal phenomena or medical efficacy. Healing testimonials are individual accounts and should not replace professional medical care.*#Miracles #JonathanRobinson #Consciousness #SpiritualAwakening #DrDREAM

In this profound and deeply vulnerable episode of The DMT Chronicles, a sub-podcast of Psychedelics as Medicine and The It’s All Good Show, Dr. DREAM sits down with author, researcher, and consciousness explorer Adam Butler for an unforgettable conversation about DMT, psychedelics, trauma, healing, neuroplasticity, addiction recovery, spiritual awakening, and the nature of reality itself. Adam Butler, creator of Butler’s DMT Field Guide, openly shares his extraordinary personal journey from alcoholism, self destruction, failed relationships, depression, and suicidal ideation into a life centered around self awareness, psychedelic exploration, service, and transformation. This is not a surface-level psychedelic conversation. It is an honest exploration of what happens when someone reaches rock bottom and uses radical self inquiry, shadow work, and altered states of consciousness to completely rebuild their life. Throughout this expansive discussion, Adam and Dr. DREAM explore: • Adam’s dark night of the soul and emotional collapse • Alcoholism, narcissistic behavior, and personal accountability • How psilocybin mushrooms initiated deep shadow work • The DMT breakthrough experience that changed everything • Fear, surrender, and psychedelic initiation • The difference between NN-DMT and 5-MeO-DMT • Psychedelic integration and nervous system healing • Consciousness, vibration, frequency, and energetic awareness • Set, setting, intention, and holding sacred space • Trauma, self love, forgiveness, and emotional healing • Darkness retreats, Monroe Institute experiences, and altered states • Combining psychedelic medicines intentionally and responsibly • Suicide prevention, purpose, and creating meaning from suffering • Psychedelics as catalysts for transformation and inner truth Adam also shares powerful insights about: • Why DMT feels “more real than reality” • Entity encounters and telepathic downloads • The importance of intuition in psychedelic work • The role of community, support, and integration • Why healing is not about perfection, but honesty • How psychedelics helped him reconnect with life itself This episode is emotional, raw, philosophical, practical, and at times deeply spiritual. Whether you are experienced with psychedelics, curious about consciousness exploration, or simply interested in human transformation, this conversation offers profound wisdom and perspective. About Adam Butler: Adam Butler is an author, speaker, and psychedelic consciousness explorer best known for Butler’s DMT Field Guide and his work surrounding DMT, 5-MeO-DMT, neuroplasticity, healing, and personal transformation. Through books, interviews, retreats, and conversations, Adam continues to help people approach psychedelic experiences with greater awareness, responsibility, authenticity, and intention. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thealchemistoftears/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ButlersDMTFieldGuide Amazon link for Butler's DMT Field Guide - https://www.amazon.com/dp/196050505X If this conversation resonates with you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, and SHARE to help expand the conversation around healing, consciousness, and psychedelic education. #DMT #AdamButler #Psychedelics #5MeODMT #Consciousness #SpiritualAwakening #PsychedelicsAsMedicine #Healing #Transformation #Neuroplasticity #SelfLove #MentalHealth #ShadowWork #DrDream #ItsAllGood #PsychedelicHealing #Ayahuasca #Psilocybin #Awareness #ExpandedConsciousness

In this powerful episode of Psychedelics as Medicine, a sub-podcast of The It’s All Good Show, Dr. DREAM sits down with legendary ethnopharmacologist Dennis McKenna for a wide-ranging conversation on DMT, ayahuasca, psilocybin, indigenous wisdom, consciousness, and the evolving future of psychedelic medicine.Dennis McKenna reflects on his early journey with Terence McKenna, the profound impact of La Chorrera, the mystery of DMT, and how decades of scientific research and personal exploration have shaped his understanding of psychedelics. Together, Dr. DREAM and Dennis explore the psychedelic renaissance, the tension between healing and commercialization, the importance of honoring indigenous traditions, and what these medicines may reveal about reality itself.This episode also touches on the Heffter Research Institute, the McKenna Academy, extended-state DMT, psychedelic science, symbiosis, community-based healing, and the importance of humility in the face of the unknown.If you are curious about psychedelic research, ethnobotany, plant medicines, ayahuasca, psilocybin mushrooms, DMT, Terence McKenna, or the future of consciousness studies, this conversation is for you.#DennisMcKenna #McKennaAcademy #DMT #Ayahuasca #Psilocybin #PsychedelicMedicine #TerenceMcKenna #Ethnobotany #Consciousness #PlantMedicine #PsychedelicsAsMedicine #DrDREAM #TheItsAllGoodShowLinks from Dennis / McKenna Academy -Our educational community and course offerings:https://mckenna.academy/mka-programs/living-library/Our ESPD symposia:https://mckenna.academy/mka-programs/espd/The Coca Summit, held in Peru in February last year:https://mckenna.academy/mka-programs/wisdom-of-the-leaf-coca-summit/Our BioGnosis project:https://mckenna.academy/mka-programs/biognosis/Our BioGnosis documentary;https://vimeo.com/709887661/98265c299f United Plant Savers: https://unitedplantsavers.org/Files available for download: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Zr0PiFF5_PHtuXRP-hUbzP-JLNOVfPk9?usp=drive_link

Can MDMA help heal a struggling relationship? In this episode of Psychedelics as Medicine, Dr. DREAM sits down with Jonathan Robinson, bestselling author of Ecstasy for Couples and one of the earliest pioneers of MDMA-assisted therapy, to explore how MDMA can help couples reconnect, communicate more honestly, and work through issues that might otherwise take years in traditional therapy. Jonathan shares how he has guided hundreds of individuals and couples through structured MDMA-supported sessions to help heal trauma, reduce anxiety, improve communication, and create deeper emotional connection. He also explains why so many couples get stuck in blame, shame, and emotional reactivity, and how MDMA can create the conditions for more love, empathy, honesty, and understanding. In this conversation, Dr. DREAM and Jonathan explore: ~ Why traditional couples therapy can take years ~ How MDMA-assisted couples work differs from standard counseling ~ What actually happens in a guided MDMA session ~ Why emotional safety, empathy, and openness matter so much ~ The importance of integration after psychedelic experiences ~ Common relationship issues around sex, money, parenting, and conflict ~ How Jonathan works with couples over Zoom ~ Why purity, testing, and safety matter ~ MDMA dosage, timing, and frequency of use ~ Thoughts on ketamine, psilocybin, cannabis, DMT, 5-MeO-DMT, ayahuasca, and ibogaine~ Yhe difference between calling psychedelics “drugs” and calling them “medicine” ~ Why Jonathan believes these medicines can help bring more love into the world This is a rich conversation about relationships, healing, psychedelics, and what becomes possible when two people are able to truly hear and feel each other again. Jonathan Robinson is the host of Awareness Explorers, a former psychotherapist, bestselling author of 16 books, and a longtime teacher in the field of MDMA-assisted healing. If you enjoy conversations on psychedelics, emotional healing, relationship growth, expanded consciousness, and practical tools for deeper connection, this episode is for you. Connect with Jonathan Robinson: Books: Ecstasy for Couples and Ecstasy as Medicine Training: MDMAtraining.net - Become an MDMA Facilitator! (Save $200 off the training with code "DREAM200")Website: XTCasMedicine.com Thanks for joining us for Psychedelics as Medicine on The It’s All Good Show with Dr. DREAM.