Ever wonder who's REALLY capturing the visual soul of the psychedelic conversation?

In this intimate behind-the-scenes episode, Dr. Sandra Dreisbach sits down with the often unseen creative force behind Psychedelic Source - Jason Croft, filmmaker, podcaster, and the visual storyteller bringing this show to life behind the scenes.

What happens when someone without personal psychedelic experience becomes immersed in capturing these profound conversations?

Jason shares how his 30+ years in media (from chasing bears through Alaska to launching podcasts) shaped his unique lens on the psychedelic renaissance. This refreshingly honest conversation explores the power of ethical collaboration, the importance of mutual support in business relationships, and how nature connection transcends psychedelic experience.

Whether you're curious about creating your own content in challenging spaces or simply love peeking behind the curtain, this episode reveals how authentic partnership creates something greater than the sum of its parts.

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.psychedelicsourcepodcast.com/16

Most people think psychedelics are about tripping, but what if our "safe" approach is actually hurting people?

In this episode of Psychedelic Source, Dr. Sandra Dreisbach sits down with Ben Malcolm, a psychiatric pharmacist and consultant at spiritpharmacist.com, to discuss the complex world of psychedelic use, harm reduction, and the surprising gaps in our understanding.

Ben shares his personal story of how a fascination with psychoactive substances as a teenager led him down a path of intellectual curiosity and eventually to specialize in psychiatric pharmacy. He explains how his early experiences made him question established public health policies and drug regulation.

Sandra brings her expertise as well, questioning Ben on his professional ethics, and how he navigates helping people in a grounded way, within the means of his profession and maybe outside.

Sandra and Ben then talk about:

- Why the "one-size-fits-all" approach to psychedelics is failing people.

- How current drug policies create more harm than good.

- The surprising dangers of mixing psychedelics with certain medications.

- Practical harm reduction strategies for people with bipolar disorder.

- Why the psychedelic space needs to be more informed and less puritanical.

Ben also shares some advice to people considering working with psychedelics in the environment we find ourselves in right now.

Ben challenges the common belief that all prescription medications are bad and all "natural" substances are good, pointing out the hypocrisy in the psychedelic community's approach to harm reduction.

Tune in to hear Dr. Sandra Dreisbach and Ben Malcolm challenge conventional wisdom and provide a fresh perspective on how we can approach psychedelics in a more informed and responsible way.

Ready to expand your mind and challenge your assumptions? Subscribe to Psychedelic Source now and join the conversation! Visit spiritpharmacist.com for more resources from Ben Malcolm.

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.psychedelicsourcepodcast.com/15

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Psychedelics are going mainstream, but are we losing the heart of what they offer?

Join Dr. Sandra Dreisbach on Psychedelic Source as she sits down with Sergio Rodriguez-Castillo, a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the psychedelic space. Sergio shares his personal story of finding his way back to his Mexican roots through psychedelic medicine, and challenges the Western view of psychedelics as simply a treatment for trauma.

Sergio's story is one of unexpected turns. From his early interest sparked by Jim Morrison and The Doors, to his time at CIIS, and eventually becoming an apprentice to a Mexican healer, Sergio's journey is a testament to the power of the medicine to guide us where we need to go.

Sandra brings her sharp insights, questioning the common beliefs about medicine and growth. She highlights the limitations of a Western, human-centered view, pushing Sergio to share his experiences with traditions and the importance of relationship with the plants themselves.

Sergio emphasizes the need for well-trained guides, sharing insights from his dissertation research on training programs. He breaks down the key elements of proper training:

- Intra-personal: Working on your own "stuff" before guiding others.

- Interpersonal: The technical, legal, and ethical aspects of guiding.

- Transpersonal: Connecting with spirit and understanding the spiritual aspects of psychedelics.

Sergio shares stories of abuse and harm within psychedelic communities, stressing that ethical guidelines are useless without deep personal work. He also shares the traditions, where the focus is on relationship and balance.

Sandra and Sergio touch on reciprocity, cultural sensitivity, and the need to honor traditions when working with plant medicine. They discuss the different ways people connect with the divine.

Sergio leaves us with a powerful message: "You are okay just the way you are. You are loved beyond belief and things are unfolding exactly as they should."

Ready to expand your mind and shift your perspective?

Subscribe to Psychedelic Source and join the conversation! Tune in to hear Sandra and Sergio's discussion, and discover a fresh perspective on healing, growth, and the potential of psychedelic medicine.

The dissertation that Sergio mentions in the episode:

An Integral Blueprint for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy the Training of a General Practitioner of the Soul - ProQuest

https://www.proquest.com/docview/3146016346

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.psychedelicsourcepodcast.com/14