THE MINDFULNESS EXPERIENCE

S02E54 - Graham Pechenik - Psychedelic Patents & Legalities

🎙️Welcome to The Mindfulness Experience podcast, the official podcast for the Psychedelic Science 2023 Convention. We're thrilled to be your guides as we explore the fascinating world of mindfulness and psychedelics.
Today, we have an exceptional guest with us. We are joined by Graham Pechenik, a registered patent attorney and the trailblazing founder of Calyx Law. This law firm specializes in intellectual property within the exciting cannabis and psychedelics industries.
With an impressive background boasting degrees in Cognitive Neuroscience and Biochemistry from UC San Diego and a JD from New York University, Graham brings a wealth of experience from various industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotech, and technology. In 2016, he founded Calyx Law to assist cannabis and psychedelic ventures develop their IP strategies.
But his contributions don't stop at legal advice. Graham is also the editor-at-large of Psychedelic Alpha, the founding steward of the IP Committee of the Psychedelic Bar Association, and a proud member of Chacruna's Council for the Protection of Sacred Plants.
We're eager to dive deep into an enlightening conversation with Graham today, discussing his work, insights, and the exciting workshops he will spearhead at the upcoming Psychedelic Science 2023 Convention. Please join us in welcoming Mr. Graham Pechenik to The Mindfulness Experience podcast. Let's embark on this journey of discovery together.
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S02E53 - Jme Bonfiglio, Health, Mushrooms & Psychedelics

Welcome to the Mindfulness Experience podcast, brought to you by the Psychedelic Science 2023 Convention. Today, we're excited to have JME Bonfiglio back on the show. In this episode, we explore functional mushrooms, their journey to market, and the legalization of magic mushrooms.
JME worked with well-known companies like Host Defense and Nammex, and in 2017, she founded WholeSun Wellness to set higher standards in the mushroom supplement industry. Her company offers potent, pure mushroom extracts and maintains transparency throughout production.
WholeSun Wellness also provides a program that makes mushroom-based medicine more accessible, offering reduced-cost extracts for those facing health challenges. Led by JME, the company aims to revolutionize the industry and create a better world through collaboration.
Please join us in welcoming JME Bonfiglio to The Mindfulness Experience Podcast! Check out her website here:

E02S52 - Dr. Judson Davis , Divine Feminine & Psychedelics

Welcome to Episode 52 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast
Hello and welcome to Episode 52 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast, where we journey into psychedelics, the divine feminine, mindfulness, personal growth, and transformation. I'm your host, Keith Fiveson, and today we have an exceptional guest, Dr. Judson Davis.
 
Judson is an internationally recognized depth psychologist and spiritual counselor who has spent years exploring the interplay between psychology, spirituality, and cross-cultural studies. With a Doctorate of Philosophy in East-West Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, he has taught at several universities worldwide.
 
Judson is also an accomplished author and filmmaker, having produced documentary films and authored numerous publications on psychology, spirituality, and culture.
 
In this episode, we will discuss the reemergence of the Divine Feminine and its relationship with Chris Bache's work with LSD in healing personal and collective trauma. Additionally, we will delve into how these topics complement or challenge the perspectives of Anne Baring and Jude Currivan.
 
Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection between psychology, spirituality, and culture. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Dr. Judson Davis to Episode 52 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast.
 
Access to Dr. Davis' cross-cultural and interdisciplinary research, course offerings, transformative counseling practices, and documentary films can be found on his website for The Institute of East-West Interdisciplinary Studies at: www.east-westinstitute.com Additional research and publications can be accessed online at the following: www.researchgate.net/profile/Judson_Davis_Phdhttps://independent.academia.edu/JudsonDavis
 

S02E51 - Dr. Adele Lafrance - Food, Family, Love & Psychedelics

Welcome to Episode 51 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast
Hello and welcome to Episode 51 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast, where we dive into psychedelics, food, family, love and the use of mindfulness, personal growth, and transformation. I'm your host, Keith Fiveson, and today we are honored to have an exceptional guest joining us – Dr. Adele Lafrance.
 
Dr. Adele Lafrance is a clinical psychologist, research scientist, author, and developer of emotion-focused treatment modalities. She has been actively involved in the research and practice of psychedelic medicine, focusing on ayahuasca, MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine. Adele serves as the Strategy Lead for the MAPS-sponsored study of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for eating disorders and is a clinical trainer and supervisor for Imperial College Center for Psychedelic Research.
 
In this episode, we will explore Dr. Lafrance's groundbreaking work in the field of psychedelic medicine and her particular interest in mechanisms and models of healing. We'll discuss topics such as emotion processing, spirituality, love, and family-based psychedelic medicine, all of which contribute to her innovative approach to treatment.
 
Together, we'll delve into the transformative potential of psychedelic therapies, the challenges and rewards of working in this pioneering field, and Dr. Lafrance's vision for the future of mental health treatment.
 
So, please sit back, relax, and join us for an enlightening and inspiring conversation with our esteemed guest, Dr. Adele Lafrance, on Episode 51 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast.
 

S02E50 Aaron Orsini - Autism on Psychedelics

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 50 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast
I'm your host, Keith Fiveson, and today our special guest, Mr. Aaron Orsini, will provide incredible insights into Autism and Psychedelics.  Check out their website here https://www.autisticpsychedelic.com/
Aaron is an acclaimed author, researcher, and educator in the field of psychedelic autism research based in Denver, Colorado. He has dedicated his life to understanding the potential of natural medicine in supporting decentralized, scalable, and affordable community care models. As an autistic person, Aaron's journey from personal experience to becoming a psychedelics expert is inspiring.
In this episode, we'll dive deep into Aaron's work and learn about his incredible journey. We'll discuss his extensive research and authorial works, including his groundbreaking books 'Autism on Acid and 'Autistic Psychedelic,' and his soon-to-be-released books in 2022 and 2023, respectively.
We will explore his latest projects with Aaron in collaboration with reputable institutions such as the University College London and ADAPT drug education. Moreover, we'll gain insight into his facilitation-focused intensive through Psychedelic Passage, which aims to provide guidance and support for those exploring the transformative power of psychedelics.
So, please sit back, relax, and get ready to embark on a thought-provoking and enlightening journey with our esteemed guest, Mr. Aaron Orsini, as we delve into the world of psychedelic autism research and its potential to revolutionize community care models.
Stay tuned, and let's begin our conversation with Aaron on Episode 49 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast.
 

S02E49- Dr. Ben Sessa, Psychedelics The Great Disruptors

Welcome to Episode 49 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast
Hello and welcome to Episode 49 of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast, where we delve into mindfulness, personal growth, and transformation. I'm your host, Keith Fiveson, and today we have an extraordinary guest joining us – Dr. Ben Sessa, who provides us with incredible insight and brilliance as we look at Psychedelics The Great Disruptors.
Dr. Ben Sessa has been a trailblazer in psychedelic and cannabis research and clinical medicine in the UK through his affiliations with Imperial College London. A medical doctor specializing in psychiatry, Ben has over 25 years of experience as a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, working with young people and adult patients in addictions and trauma-related psychiatry.
As one of the pioneers in contemporary psychedelic research in the UK, Ben has participated in research projects at Bristol University, Cardiff University, and Imperial College London, studying compounds such as LSD, psilocybin, DMT, ketamine, and MDMA. He co-founded Awaken Life Sciences, a biotech company carrying out psychedelic research into addictions, and helped establish multiple high street clinics providing psychedelic psychotherapy throughout the UK and Europe.
In this episode, we will explore Dr. Sessa's incredible journey, his groundbreaking work in psychedelic research, and his role as one of the first medical cannabis psychiatric prescribers in the UK. We'll discuss his experiences as a trained MDMA, ketamine, and psilocybin therapist and his leadership in MDMA-assisted therapy training in Australia.  
You can link to his website here: http://www.drsessa.com/
 

S02E48 Mr. Andrew Penn, RN, NP, Psychedelic Healthcare

Andrew Penn is a co-founder of OPENurses.org, an organization of psychedelic and entheogenic nurses; Andrew has been at the forefront of the movement to integrate psychedelic therapies into mainstream healthcare.
Andrew is also a Clinical Professor in the Department of Community Health Systems at the School of Nursing at the University of California, San Francisco. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in mental health, addiction, and trauma, having worked as an NP at the San Francisco Veterans Administration NP Residency program.
But that's not all! Andrew is also a co-Principal Investigator at the Translational Psychedelic Research Program (TRpR lab), leading a study on Psilocybin-Facilitated Therapy for Major Depression, sponsored by Usona Institute.
With such an impressive background and extensive experience in psychedelic nursing, Andrew is a true trailblazer in the field. We are excited to hear what he shares about his work, insights, and vision for the future of mindfulness and psychedelic therapies in healthcare. Please join us in welcoming Andrew Penn to The Mindfulness Experience!

S02E47 Ms. Allison Hoots, ESQ, - Laws & Sacramental Worship

Ms. Allison Hoots is an attorney with Hoots Law Practice PLLC. She is an extraordinary human being with diverse experience practicing law, including employment, corporate, contract, employee benefits, tax, and intellectual property. She advises companies, nonprofits, religious communities, and practitioners on their operations should they involve psychedelics, entheogen, and sacred plant medicines. Her work focuses, to a large degree, on advising churches on the religious use of sacraments. 
Allison is also President of Sacred Plant Alliance, Inc., a self-regulating organization and professional society of spiritual practitioners with religious communities dedicated to advancing the ceremonial use of psychedelic sacraments within the United States. 
She is a member of Chacruna’s Council for the Protection of Sacred Plants and the lead author of Chacruna's Guide to RFRA and Best Practices for Psychedelic Plant Medicine Churches.
She embodies the spirit of mindfulness in advocating for the right to religious freedom and the responsible use of psychedelic sacraments.  
I am honored to have Allison as our guest on The Mindfulness Experience. I am excited to learn more about her experiences and insights at the intersection of law, spirituality, and psychedelic medicine.  

S02E46 Mr. Ronan Levy, Psychedelics Pioneer, Fo-Founder Field Trip, Producer

Welcome to The Mindfulness Experience; my name is Keith Fiveson. We are an official podcast for the Psychedelic Science Convention 2023, held in Denver from June 19th-23. You can find out about it at Psychedelic Science.org.
On this podcast, I enjoyed speaking with Mr. Ronan Levy, a true mental health and consciousness visionary. Ronan is a man who has dedicated his life to unlocking the potential of psychedelic and cannabis therapies for the betterment of humanity. As a co-founder of Field Trip Health Ltd., he has pioneered a rapidly growing movement towards using psychedelics to treat mental illness and addiction.
Ronan's passion for the intersection of well-being and consciousness has continued. Through his media production company, The Non-Ordinary Company Ltd., he has strived to inspire and educate millions of people worldwide to explore these substances’ therapeutic potential. Ronan's upcoming feature-length documentary, “Everybody is doing drugs”, promises to be a game-changer in the conversation around mental health and drug use. His podcast, The Non-Ordinary Podcast, is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and consciousness.
The release of Ronan's two books, The Trip Journal and The Ketamine Breakthrough have further established him as a leading voice in this emerging field. His expertise in psychedelic therapy has led him to be a part of a very exciting workshop at the prestigious Psychedelic Science Convention in 2023 that includes insights from his work with Psychodrama.
Ronan is a disruptive force of nature, driven by a deep desire to shift the narrative around mental health and substance use. His work is grounded in years of research and experience, having seen firsthand the profound healing potential of these treatments. His vision of a future where cannabis and psychedelics are mainstream treatments for mental illness is an exciting and inspiring possibility.
We are honored to welcome Ronan Levy to The Mindfulness Experience for this special episode in partnership with the Psychedelic Science Convention, 2023. Join us as we explore the cutting-edge of psychedelic-assisted therapy, and uncover how Ronan's work shapes this burgeoning field.

S2E45 Tullio Siragusa - Design Thinking - Design Thinking, EQ Expert

Check out The Mindfulness Experience with Tullio Siragusa, and explore the world of Design Thinking and Emotional intelligence.
Tullio Siragusa is a pioneer of disruptive technologies, emotional intelligence (EQ), and thought leadership, who is a speaker, author, and coach. In this episode, he shares his insights on mindfulness and its impact on personal and professional growth. With over 33 years of experience building world-class leadership teams in technology companies and startups, Tullio's expertise will inspire you to live a more mindful life.
As an advisory board member to the University of California, Riverside Design Thinking Executive Program, Tullio promotes a human-centered approach to innovation with a strong emphasis on empathy. He is also a founding member of RadicalPurpose.org, where he strongly supports the advancement of human dignity in all aspects of life, including people-centric workplaces.
Whether you're new to mindfulness or have been practicing for years, this podcast is for you. Join me and Tullio as we explore the power of mindfulness and its potential to transform your life.