69 From SWAT to Healing: Aaron Suozzo’s Ibogaine Journey Beyond the Badge

 In this episode of GrabLives Podcast, Jon sits down with Caitlin Thompson, founder of Medicine Frog Kambo, a senior practitioner and international guide currently based between Bali, Indonesia and San Diego, California. Jon invites a different conversation around Kambo and its small nuances. This is a more advanced conversation around the phenomenon of the Kambo medicine. Caitlin has approached this medicine as a pioneer and trailblazer. Caitlin’s background is in neurobiology, with emphasis in mood disorders and autoimmune conditions. In pursuit of her own health, Caitlin has studied nutritional neuroscience and helps people conquer their chronic health struggles, autoimmune and psychiatric conditions through diet, nutraceuticals and other healing modalities (such as Kambo).Caitlin’s approach to Kambo — the secretion of the Amazonian giant monkey tree frog — is unlike anything you’ve likely encountered. Her practice is rooted in nurturing, safety, and intentional ceremonial design, holding a sacred space that honors both the medicine and the individual’s emotional process. Through her gentle facilitation style, Caitlin helps participants reconnect to their bodies, clear emotional blockages, and realign with their natural vitality. Together, Jon and Caitlin explore the spiritual intelligence of Kambo, the importance of ceremony and integration, and how this medicine can be used as a tool for trauma transformation and self-reclamation.   Contact:https://medicinefrogkambo.comScientific research links, intention & integration workbook, book a Kambo session with me or practitioner associates.https://kambospecialist.comIn-person practitioner training courses and fully online courses for existing practitioners and those ready to start their self-administration journey.Kambofinder.comFind a kambo practitioner near you.

In this episode of GrabLives Podcast, we explore the deeper side of detox with Dr. Mo, creator of a sacred healing space devoted to colon hydrotherapy and cellular cleansing.Dr. Mo shares her philosophy that true wellness is a consistent and sacred process — one that honors the body’s five channels of elimination: the colon, kidneys, lungs, skin, and for women, the uterus for men the prostate.  This conversation goes beyond physical detox. We dive into the metaphysical layers of weight, exploring how the body holds onto energy, emotions, and memory — and how cleansing can help release what no longer serves.Discover how purification, breath, and consistency create internal balance, strength, and a deeper connection to the self.How to reach Dr. Mo:moyabodycare.comig:https://www.instagram.com/moyabodycare/

Aaron Suozzo is a former police officer and SWAT Team member with the Hayward Police Department in California. After years of carrying the weight of his career, Aaron made the courageous decision to travel to Ambio Life Sciences in Tijuana, Mexico for an ibogaine journey that would change his life forever. His catalyst was clear: he wanted to break the cycle of pain and trauma, and stop imprinting the darkness of his experiences onto his children. What Aaron found through ibogaine was not only deep healing, but also a doorway into truth, love, and a new way of living. In this candid conversation, Aaron shares his journey of letting go of stigma and judgment around entheogenic and psychedelic medicine, and how stepping into the unknown allowed him to discover a profound path of healing he never expected. His story is a testament to the courage it takes to face yourself and reclaim your life.

Brooke McPoyle is the founder of Musical Breathwork, a pioneering method tuning the body like an instrument using fascia release, breath science, and frequency. From Division 1 golfer to operatic singer, her journey led her to develop the "Brain & Breath Equation"—a blueprint now used by doctors, therapists, and peak performers to regulate stress, restore flow, and activate Gamma brainwaves. Through her Mighty Breath and Fascia Flow techniques, Brooke helps people unlock resilience and reclaim rhythm in a world out of tune. Website musicalbreathwork.com Instagram@musicalbreathwork  Youtube/@MusicalBreathwork Test your Lung Capacity https://musicalbreathwork.com/mightybreathtest?sessionId=33e2072e-cf68-4e46-bb0c-feb32a79c43d&trigger_link=Ka4H37qBEazk42NHRHB3 Take a free fascia test https://musicalbreathwork.com/fasciaupdate?sessionId=64dea472-c4a5-4e72-8e4d-7a0e9ba9eef3&trigger_link=SXZy7aYeQHUBid3r7C8b Brain & Breath Connection Equation https://musicalbreathwork.com/bbc-infographic

In this powerful episode, Jon sits down with Jose Inzunza, co-founder of Ambio Life Sciences and former firefighter from Tijuana, Mexico. Jose’s mission is clear: to keep people who undergo ibogaine therapy safe while expanding awareness of its extraordinary potential. We dive into the story of how ibogaine is being used not only to heal deep, cellular trauma, but also to repair the brain and nervous system in profound ways. Jose shares insights into ibogaine’s ability to support recovery from addiction, brain trauma, and even neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. This is more than a conversation about plant medicine — it’s about the frontlines of healing, bridging safety, science, and spirituality to unlock the infinite potential within human biology. Tune in to explore how ibogaine is changing lives, and why Jose believes this medicine is a key to the future of trauma recovery and neurological healing. Contact for ambio life sciences:ambio.life

In this episode, Jon sits down with Ginny Rutherford, founder of Kambo International and a dedicated pattern coach in the Ren Xue framework. Ginny brings a fresh perspective on how deeply ingrained patterns silently dictate our lives—shaping thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.  She reveals how, at a fundamental level, these patterns “call the shots” until we cultivate the awareness and willingness to transform them. Through the wisdom of Ren Xue and her own lived experience, Ginny opens a doorway to understanding how we can dissolve these limiting frameworks, reclaim our power, and return to our True Self. Ren Xue (pronounced " ren shueh") founded by Yuan Tze, is a path of wisdom that helps you reconnect with your True Self and live in harmony with yourself, others, and the world around you.  Yuan Tze is a visionary who combines profound wisdom with genuine humility, Ren Xue brings ancient wisdom into modern life in a practical, accessible way. Yuan Tze developed this system through decades of deep study and his own transformative journey. This is a powerful conversation about lifting the veil of ignorance, stepping out of automatic living, and embracing the freedom of conscious transformation.

In this groundbreaking episode, we sit down with Dani Fontaine—a trailblazing ND, endocannabinoidologist, neurotherapist, researcher, and author—whose work is reshaping how we understand cannabis and the human body. Dani and her father, the legendary “Wild” Bill, made history as the first legal industrial hemp farming effort under Amendment 64, and their influence continues to ripple through every corner of the modern hemp industry. Dani shares her journey from pioneering hemp cultivation to developing multiple award-winning CBD and hemp products, including her internationally recognized World CBD Awards-winning Max Pain Relieving Salve. More than just products, her work is rooted in science and innovation: in this episode, she dives deep into the endocannabinoid receptors within the body, unpacking how this intricate system works with our natural physiology. We also explore the electric biofield—the body’s energetic framework—and how understanding its connection to our physical health opens doors for revolutionary approaches to pain relief, healing, and overall well-being. Whether you’re a health professional, cannabis advocate, or someone curious about cutting-edge science and holistic healing, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and the future of plant medicine.How to contact Dani:danifontaine.com naturesroot.com

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Charlie Brown, a dedicated engineer with the Glendale Fire Department and a passionate advocate for first responder mental health. Charlie runs a nonprofit organization that’s transforming lives by offering critical mental health support to firefighters, doctors, and nurses. Learn about their expanded services, including a 24/7 hotline for text and phone support, connecting those in need with professional care. Charlie shares how their nonprofit hosts fundraising events like the Fight for Mental Health boxing matches and leverages a peer support team to rally communities around this vital cause. Joined by insights into the inspiring work of Charlie’s teammate, Blake Stinnett, founder of Next Rung, we explore Blake’s personal mission driven by the tragic loss of a friend and co-worker to suicide. His love for the fire service fuels his commitment to making a lasting impact on those he serves alongside. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about resilience, community, and breaking the stigma around mental health for first responders.For more contacting Next Rung:www.nextrung.org

In this powerful episode of Grablives, firefighter and host Jonathan Vargas dives deep into the mental health struggles faced by first responders with guest Xavier Dagba, a self-described wordsmith and shadow work alchemist. Together, they explore the shadow version of the self—those hidden, often avoided parts of our psyche that shape our internal suffering. Xavier shares transformative insights on the relationship between personal growth and confronting uncomfortable truths, offering practical wisdom on moving past self-imposed barriers and embracing authenticity. From navigating the self as its own enemy to unlearning patterns that hinder healing, this episode is a heartfelt call to firefighters, cops, and military personnel to face unwanted truths and reclaim their wholeness for a sustainable career and life. Tune in for a raw, heart-centered conversation that bridges shadow work, emotional alchemy, and the path to higher consciousness.   Getting in contact with Xavier:www.xavierdagba.com

In this electrifying episode, Jason Latas unpacks the mystical and scientific dimensions of solar flares — what they are, how they work, and why they matter. From plasma bursts on the Sun’s surface to their energetic ripple effects on Earth’s atmosphere and human consciousness, Jason dives into the complexity of solar activity in a way that’s both grounded and expansive. Whether you're curious about the science, the metaphysics, or how solar flares may affect your body and energy field, this episode bridges the cosmic and the cellular. Tune in for a dynamic breakdown that brings light to the flares above — and what they awaken within.   Contact for Jason and his phenomenal work: Linktree/jasonlatas