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Alex has been learning how to heal the body for a long time. She believes it's through detox and the removal of obstructions that we will find health and rejuvenation. We talk about these ideas, as well as her work with psilocybin mushrooms.  Find more from Alex at:    INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK:   Intro song: "Lovin' Your Neighbour" by Phat Bollard Check Them out:  And buy their music! https://phatbollard.bandcamp.com   More at

Dan is a carpenter who plans to move deep into the Yukon wilderness. He worked with me personally by building an arctic entrance-way into my home. After the last day of work we sat down to talk about his spiritual beliefs, and path which have led him into the wild. INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: Intro song: "Lovin' Your Neighbour" by Phat Bollard Check Them out:  And buy their music! https://phatbollard.bandcamp.com   More at

Shonagh speaks about many aspects of Psilocybin Mushrooms, from her own personal ritual to working alongside others. We also delve into what she has learned from cultures of the past and their very probable link to the magic mushroom. We discuss many topics related to these ideas, including: - Celtic & Pagan people in the areas around Ireland and Scandinavia, their mythologies about fairies and elves, and their use of mushrooms - Language, and how psilocybin seems to speak to us in terms of poetry and metaphor - Our current culture, namely how repressed, infantile, and truly sick we seem to be on a large scale - Synchronicity & Numerology - Spells & Curses - Shonagh shares her own ritual for using mushrooms, and also leaves us with a poem she wrote after her recent visit to Scotland Find Shonagh at her website: INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Olli joins me a second time to discuss his weekend retreats in the Netherlands. He uses what he has called psilohuasca, which is a combination of psilocybin mushrooms and Monoamine oxidase inhibitors usually combined in ayahuasca brews, as well as 5-MeO-DMT secreted from Toads. We talk about how things have changed for him since as first spoke, and get into a lot of interesting subjects. From leading these ceremonies with 10 people at a time, to integrating what you learn in these psychedelic states of mind, to virtual reality gaming, we cover a lot.  Find Olli at INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Tim lives on the Sunshine Coast in Australia and works as a primary school teacher. He's also developed a website aimed at educating young people about drugs, specifically when it comes to alcohol and marijuana.  We talk about what makes drugs dangerous and look at some of the studies that have been done by people such as David Nutt in the U.K. We also discuss our own experiences with many substances, from cannabis and alcohol to psilocybin mushrooms and DMT.  Check out Tim's website at   INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Mike co-founded Float House in Vancouver with his brother Andy. Their company sells time in sensory deprivation tanks aimed at re-focusing our minds and relaxing the body. We talk about the benefits of this practice, as well as the comparison and combination with psychedelic drugs.  Mike and Andy also host their own podcast called Vancouver Real.  We talk about many subjects related to these isolation tanks, from physical ailments such as fibromyalgia and anxiety disorders being potentially treated through the use of these tanks, to Mike's experiences using different psychedelic substances while floating.  I also inquire about the difficulty of building a tank at home, and we get into thoughts on consciousness and the mind, spirituality, and more.  Check out Float House at:  And their podcast Vancouver Real at:    INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Larry is currently a senator of Canada, and is well known as the former mayor of Vancouver. Before then he was chief coroner in B.C. and on the drug squad for the RCMP.  While mayor of Vancouver Larry was a vocal advocate for drug policy reform, and helped create programs centered around harm reduction practices such as needle exchanges for drug users.  We talk about the coming changes to the illegality of marijuana in Canada, and more.  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

For 14 years Neil infiltrated drug gangs in the UK as an undercover operative. He spent 23 years total in the UK police force. He is now the chair for LEAP UK, which stands for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition. We talk about his many experiences posing as a drug addict and taking down drug dealers, and why he's switched sides in this drug war. Neil is open about how difficult it was to come to terms with how little good he actually did for his communities by going after these drug kingpins. He is also open about how coming to this realization contributed to his PTSD.  Drug addiction is quite clearly a medical and social issue, not a criminal one. We discuss why police should be free to focus on other things, and that by keeping drugs illegal we are actually perpetuating violence, theft, and intimidation in our communities.  We also touch on marijuana and the potential for some other psychedelic type of substances to be used for people's benefit, as well as political corruption, fear, and speaking out publicly. There is an overwhelming amount of proof as to why this drug war is a losing battle, but it may take many more people like Neil speaking up before things change. Find him and others like him at LEAP UK:  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Kilindi joins me once again to talk about his continued use of high doses of psilocybin mushrooms. We discuss some of the comments people had after our first podcast together, and cover lots of new territory.  Kilindi talks also about his experiences in isolation tanks, yoga, and fasting for 40 days at a time. He expresses how, in his view, these other disciplines just don't truly compare to high dose experiences with psychedelics, especially mushrooms. It was another fascinating conversation, ending with the vision of taking ourselves to a new stage of evolution.  Contact Kilindi at  to get a hold of the DVD from the Detroit conference INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Tom has a YouTube channel called YourMateTom where he shares his own experiences with psychedelic drugs, and spreads harm reduction techniques for others looking to try these substances. He also talks about the benefits and insights he's gained from using LSD, magic mushrooms, ayahuasca, and more.  In this conversation Tom and I talk about his YouTube channel and his motivations behind it, as well as the illegality of these drugs from marijuana to san pedro, or huachuma. We get into lots of other subjects and in the later half discuss some of the more challenging and scary experiences Tom has had with high doses of mushrooms and ayahuasca.  Check out Tom on YouTube:  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Joey currently teaches Sociology at Douglas College in Vancouver. He has a PhD in Sociology with a research background in Environmental and Labour Movements. We talk about Social Movements in general, and then more specifically the Anti-War on Drug Movement. We break it down and look at what this movement needs to be successful, gain momentum & power, and eventually create massive change in the world.  Keep an eye open for Joey's book this winter called Sociology of Home.  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

Nataschaa is trained in many disciplines and techniques, from Somatic Trauma Therapy, to Reiki, Acupressure, Breathwork, Yoga, Addictions Recovery & more. She integrates all of her skills in her work as a Trauma Therapist. Much of what she does has to do with the body, and more specifically the nervous system.  In this conversation we talk at length about how traumatic events can affect the nervous system, and keep people stuck with ingrained physical reactions that no longer serve them in a healthy way. We cover a lot, from these forms of physical healing, to spirituality, individual healing vs. a sick culture, psychedelics as tools, and more. Nataschaa also talks a little about her time growing up in a community of Hare Krishnas.  Find Nataschaa and her work at  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More at

James has done much work in the name of psychedelics, and more specifically mushrooms. He's written multiple books, and speaks at conferences around the world. He also hosts a podcast called ATTMind Radio where he speaks with people about these subjects as well.  In this conversation James and I discuss how he was able to pull through a time in his life when he was abusing drugs very heavily. While living in Australia he found himself in addicted states with a slew of different substances, from LSD to speed to Valium. Mushrooms seemed to stand out as something different in the mix, and he eventually utilized them to help the underlying problem leading to his abusive behaviors.  Find James and links to all his different work at his website,   INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth More from me at

Chris Hamacher joins me a second time to talk psilocybin mushrooms and the spirit world. His wife Tanya joins us as well, and we get into some deep discussion. They share their own interactions with spirits, both good and bad, and their philosophies on these encounters.  We also discuss at length the idea that the free will of human beings is an illusion. This is something Chris and Tanya both strongly believe, and are very open about. From exorcism to working with autism, we cover a lot of ground. Find Chris and Tanya on youtube at  or search for 'Healing Ceremony' on facebook. INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth www.changetruth.com

Rebecca lives in Dawson City and works on the Gold Rush TV show set, which is filmed out in the Yukon wilderness. However, for the last few years she has spent her winters in Costa Rica, working alongside shamans hosting Ayahuasca ceremony. We talk about her experiences with the brew, but also her time spent helping others through the experience.  We get into a lot of subjects in this one, including The Vedas, Yoga, Spirituality in general, Veganism & meat eating, Inspiration, Healing, & more.  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth www.changetruth.com

Mark has been educating the Canadian public about all aspects of drugs for decades. He's now the chair of MAPS Canada, which is the Multi-Disciplinary Association of Psychedelic Substances. With them he is working to organize studies with MDMA and other psychedelic substances in therapeutic settings, mainly with people suffering from trauma.  We talk about this research, but also much more. From how to talk to youth about drugs, to the possible future of drug use after prohibition. Mark believes we should train and educate people in the safe use of whichever substance they are interested in before granting the right to use it. Also that we can regulate in ways that avoid the marketing and commercialization of these powerful drugs, as is the current case with cigarette's and alcohol.  Find Mark at MAPS Canada at MAPS at INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth www.changetruth.com

Andrew has worked as a psychiatrist for many decades. In the 1960's he apprenticed with renowned Scottish psychiatrist R.D. Laing where they used LSD in therapy settings. Andrew has continued his work in therapy, with and without psychedelic substances. In recent years he worked with MAPS Canada in a Vancouver study using MDMA in conjunction with psychotherapy to treat patients with severe PTSD.  We talk about how these substances are useful in therapy situations, and much more. Andrew is a goldmine of information for those interested in these topics, and a great storyteller to boot.  Find Andrew at  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth Find more from me at http://www.changetruth.com

Trevor was the first person I ever interviewed for this podcast. We talk again about his Liberty Root Ibogaine therapy, and how it's changed in the last two years. Trevor is still working mainly with long term opiate addicts in the Vancouver area. The conversation is mostly about this work, but also healing in general, psychedelic states of mind, and helping people.  Find Trevor at INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth Find more from me at www.changetruth.com

Phil is an Elder of the Tlingit First Nation in the Yukon. He's been working alongside people who battle with addiction for many years and is trained formerly as a counsellor. He currently leads the Jackson Lake Healing Camp which offers a Land-Based healing model for working with addiction. We begin with Phil's past in residential schools and prisons, and get into many subjects including spirituality, ceremony, sweat lodges, drugs, healing, spirits, and fasting. Phil's philosophy comes down to us all having our own guiding maps inside us, and that we too often look outside ourselves for the answers. He's a great storyteller and has a lot to say.  INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth www.changetruth.com

Marc is bringing legal ayahuasca to the USA. He's leading a group called Ayahuasca Healings which is part of the Native American Church. The church has already been using San Pedro cactus legally and now Marc and his group are doing the same with Ayahuasca.  We talk about a lot in this one, from the philosophy behind Marc's spiritual approach to how he sees his retreat helping regular people stuck in the machine of 9-5 work days. Marc believes we could all do with some time out of our heads and into our hearts. He hopes to expand legal ayahuasca to all over the USA, aiming for more than 30 locations in the years ahead.  Find out about Marc's group at More from me at: INSTAGRAM:  TWITTER: www. FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ChangeTruth