Exploring the Business and Culture of Psychedelics

Psychedelia is a quarterly publication examining the ever-changing realm of drug policy and efforts to bring psychedelic therapies into the mainstream. From psilocybin mushrooms to LSD to DMT, psychedelics have the potential to revolutionize mental healthcare in North America. Psychedelia will detail the journey towards acceptance of psychedelic-assisted therapies.

Exploring the Business and Culture of Psychedelics

Psychedelia is a quarterly publication examining the ever-changing realm of drug policy and efforts to bring psychedelic therapies into the mainstream. From psilocybin mushrooms to LSD to DMT, psychedelics have the potential to revolutionize mental healthcare in North America. Psychedelia will detail the journey towards acceptance of psychedelic-assisted therapies.

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Episode #6

The Song That Calls You Home - Discussing Psychedelics in Film

In this videocast, Los, Jeff, and Radhi discuss the fascinating findings of recent studies on the impact of altered states of consciousness on creative performance. They explore the relationship between psychedelics and the creative process, including the potential benefits and drawbacks of these substances. The conversation then turns to their guests, Luis and Sasha, who share their experiences as artists and filmmakers and the role that psychedelics have played in their creative journeys. Viewers can expect to gain insights into the intersection of altered states of consciousness and creativity from a range of perspectives, including those of experts and artists.

About Luis Robledo:

Luis Robledo is a versatile and accomplished actor, writer, director, and editor with over two decades of experience in the film and television industry. He honed his craft as an actor in the theater, starting with the critically-acclaimed company, The Harrison Project in Boston. He is the director of “The Song That Calls You Home,” a documentary on Master Plants and Ayahuasca. 

About Alexandra ‘Sasha’ Compuesto:

Alexandra ‘Sasha’ Compuesto is a multifaceted artist and spiritual practitioner based in Los Angeles.  She is a heart-centered, trauma-aware spiritual counselor and integration facilitator, a plant medicine practitioner in the Shipibo tradition, a visionary artist, and a co-founder of the Church of the Song. She is the producer of “The Song That Calls You Home,” a documentary on Master Plants and Ayahuasca. 

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Episode #5

Psychedelics as a Tool for Health Optimization

In this episode, the team interviews Carlos Bertonatti, COO and Co-Founder, and Dr. Rudolph Eberwein, Medical Director of the Medical Health Institute located in Florida. They provide a thoughtful and informative discussion of the potential benefits and risks of using psychedelics as a tool for health optimization and highlight the need for careful guidance and support when using these powerful substances.

 

About Dr. Rudolph Eberwein:

In 2005, he founded A New You Weight Loss and Rejuvenation Center where he has helped thousands of patients become healthier and help prevent chronic debilitating diseases through his use of applied nutrition, behavioral modification, and hormone replacement. His areas of interest and expertise include Nutrition, Naturopathic Medicine, Age Management, Hormone Deficiencies, and Restorative Medicine. In 2007, he became the Medical Director of a major Nursing Home in Miami. He has been treating and following a large number of patients with multiple medical issues including but not limited to Andropause, Menopause, Somatopause, Alzheimer’s dementia, chronic degenerative diseases, cancer, poor quality of life scores, pain control, and end of life issues. Also, he obtained a board certification in age management medicine with AMMG (Age Management Medicine Group) and continues to thrive and learn more in the area of medical health science.

 

Dr. Rudolph Eberwein did his undergraduate studies at the University of Florida. It was there he earned a Bachelor of Sciences in the field of Nutritional Science and Food studies. He then attended the University of Miami where he obtained his Medical Degree in 1998. Dr. Rudy completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine in 2001 at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Eberwein obtained board certification in Internal Medicine in 2001 and started his career as a Hospitalist in several major hospitals in Virginia and Miami. There, he gained invaluable experience treating very sick patients in numerous departments. They included the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, and the general medical wards. This demanding work gave Dr. Eberwein a strong insight and skill set to help him deal with his patients at their most vulnerable and difficult moments.

 

 

About Carlos Bertonatti:

Carlos Bertonatti is the quintessential “Bio-hacker”- avid surfer/skier & extreme sports “junkie”, he became obsessed with all-things regarding health, nutrition, sports & fitness, since his early teens (even competing for the Argentinian ski team). Carlos is force to be reckoned with–aside from being extremely well read and trained—he’s put himself through more routines, diets, and optimization protocols that you can imagine; always looking for the true efficacy and value so he can save people time, money, and disappointment. Today Carlos works with celebrities, Fortune 500 CEOs and executives, patient doctors, and other renown bio-hackers. Carlos’ passion is to get into the details of your life and help structure the right program to meet your SPECIFIC needs and goals. His ultimate goal being the education of patients by using tried-and-true optimization tools, concepts, and philosophies so they can attain a better quality of life and a more fulfilling one. He is very much a believer that “not every answer or solution lies in taking a pill”. WARNING: although Carlos works with advanced groups (or highly sensitive cases) for the most part, every now and then, he chooses to pick up the phone and take on a new person. His belief is that it keeps him grounded and “in touch with the people”, as he says. But if you happen to be one of those people— it is advised you come ready for true change. Carlos is a master at delivering results and making “sense of it all” as it applies to optimization in your personal life. But, as he gives of his time freely and generously to make sure to see you through the process onto the other side of your results—he expects engagement and commitment! So, if you happen to catch him, better come with you’re A-game and be ready to learn!

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Episode #4

The New School: Psychedelics and the Next Generation

Did you guys hear the news? A bill that would legalize “magic” mushrooms for the treatment of mental disorders was introduced in June by the New Jersey state Senate.

 

No, it’s not tale as old as time. Times are changing and so are school curriculums. We interviewed Christina Elizondo and Elisa Margolles, both students of Florida International University Honors College (FIU) and president and vice president of this student run psychedelic club focused on educating students about current psychedelic research in the medical and psychotherapy fields.

 

About Christina Cabrera-Elizondo:

Christina Cabrera-Elizondo is a senior, pre-medical student at the Florida International University Honors College. She is currently pursuing a double major in Psychology and Natural and Applied Sciences. In the pursuit of further academic studies, Christina is studying to receive undergraduate certificates in Health Humanities and Women’s and Gender Studies. Alongside founding the FIU Psychedelic Club, she is proud to serve as the organization’s president since its founding in 2021. Outside of academics, she currently holds a position as a student research assistant at FIU’s Clinical Research Lab for Tobacco Smoking. After graduation, Christina aims to apply to medical school and has career interests in pediatrics and psychiatry.

 

About Elisa Margolles:

Margolles is a senior pre-medical student currently attending Florida International University in the Honors College. She is pursuing a bachelor’s in science in Biochemistry with an undergraduate certificate in Forensic Science. Alongside her degree, she is the Vice President and fellow founder of the FIU Psychedelics Club and a current research assistant in the Investigative Interviewing Lab (ILAB) at FIU. Upon graduation, she plans on applying to medical school with an interest in forensic pathology and emergency medicine.

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Episode #3

Back from the Dead: Psychedelics & Near Death Experiences

“I came out of that experience just asking the question how can I ingest something that grows from the earth that could replicate or reproduce a near-death experience”- Kyle Buller

Tune into our episode centered around psychedelic-assisted therapy with Kyle Buller who walks us through the various therapeutic techniques in this field.

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Episode #2

Pathway to Legalization

You may have wondered from time to time-do magic mushrooms really work or is this some made up story? What is this whole deal with DEA and Congress constantly disclaiming drugs to schedule 1?; woah wait, schedule with numbers? We three, Jeff, Los and Radhi want to ease these questions for you on this episode with our guest, Melissa Lavasani- Founder and Executive Director of Psychedelic Medicine Coalition. On this very promising episode, Melissa takes us on her journey of experiencing mushrooms, her advocating for psychedelics all the way to congress, and other wonderful stories.

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Episode #1

Ketamine with Dr. Kelly Bender

Unwind and join the trio – Jeff, Los, and Radhi – as they converse with guest Kelly Bender, N.D., founder of Pure Vitality Rejuvenation Center in Los Angeles and the medical advisor for the psychedelic mental health company Wondermed. Dr. Bender, a California Naturopathic Medical Doctor, educates us on ketamine therapy clinics and shares her journey as a driving force behind the legal psychedelic therapy revolution. Climb aboard!

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