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Museum to Honor Maria Sabina and Mazatec Traditions Seeks Funding

Posted: 9/19/2024

The backers of a proposed museum are seeking support from psychedelics and biotech firms with psilocybin patents to help preserve Indigenous history. [...] Read More... The post Museum to Honor Maria Sabina and Mazatec Traditions Seeks Funding appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Psilocybin Conference 2024: How Legal Psilocybin Could Shape the Future of Therapy

Posted: 9/16/2024

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News The Psilocybin Conference 2024 is an upcoming online event taking place on November 9-10, 2024, bringing together a diverse group of experts, researchers, and advocates to discuss the evolving landscape of psilocybin use in therapy and its legal status. Now in its third year, the conference will explore important topics such as psilocybin’s potential for […] The post Psilocybin Conference 2024: How Legal Psilocybin Could Shape the Future of Therapy appeared first on Sociedelic.

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Hot Goss with Zeus Tipado: DMT Realms, Machine Elves, and Scientific Skepticism

Posted: 9/16/2024

New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday New episodes every Monday https://youtu.be/JwKrPu7aNK0Video can’t be [...] Read More... The post Hot Goss with Zeus Tipado: DMT Realms, Machine Elves, and Scientific Skepticism appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Psych Rockers ZEBEDEE Release New Album

Posted: 9/16/2024

Zebedee, a band featuring four members who are each from a different country, recently released their sophomore effort Going Nowhere Fast. The post Psych Rockers ZEBEDEE Release New Album appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Santo Daime and Its Impact on Child Development

Posted: 9/11/2024

The psychedelic renaissance, marked by the legalization of certain psychedelics, raises questions about their effects on child development, particularly while breastfeeding. Santo Daime, a Brazilian spiritual practice involving ayahuasca, shows advanced child development but lacks scientific research on safety. Observations suggest potential benefits, yet further study is crucial to understand long-term impacts. The post Santo Daime and Its Impact on Child Development appeared first on Chacruna.

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The Battle For MDMA-Assisted Therapy

Posted: 9/8/2024

MDMA, once seen as a party drug, is now used therapeutically, highlighting the need for clear guidelines on its cognitive effects and safe practices.

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The Psychedelic Grief of Burning Man

Posted: 9/8/2024

Discover the deeper side of Burning Man in this thought-provoking article on the intersection of grief, psychedelic journeys, and the festival’s ever-changing culture. Explore how the sacred Temple provides a space for transformation and healing, while reflecting on the evolving tensions within the community. The post The Psychedelic Grief of Burning Man appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Vancouver mushroom dispensary back open after winning court ruling

Posted: 9/7/2024

A mushroom dispensary on East Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver has resumed operations after the operator was acquitted of city bylaw violations.

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Psilocybin Microdosing 101: Protocols, Dosages, and Tips for Beginners

Posted: 9/6/2024

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Microdosing psychedelics, particularly magic mushrooms containing psilocybin, is becoming increasingly popular among those seeking subtle ways to enhance their creativity, focus, and overall well-being. But what are these “Microdosing Protocols” that people are talking about? In this article, we’ll break down what microdosing involves, its potential benefits, and provide a closer look at the various […] The post Psilocybin Microdosing 101: Protocols, Dosages, and Tips for Beginners appeared first on Sociedelic.

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Special Issue on Diversity, equity, and access in psychedelic medicine

Posted: 9/4/2024

This Journal of Psychedelic Studies issue, edited by Monnica T. Williams and Bia Labate, focuses on diversifying psychedelic science and addresses issues of equity and access. Key articles discuss the cultural integration of Indigenous knowledge, the medicalization of psychedelics, and the inclusion of minorities in research and therapy, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive approach. The post Special Issue on Diversity, equity, and access in psychedelic medicine appeared first on Chacruna.

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Free Energy by Dummy: Album Review

Posted: 9/4/2024

Dummy’s second album, Free Energy, showcases their unique blend of psychedelic rock, trance-inducing beats, and experimental acoustics. Releasing on September 6th, 2024, the album promises to captivate with its diverse sonic textures and memorable tracks. The post Free Energy by Dummy: Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Huni Kuin Tradition, Plant Medicines and Spirituality

Posted: 9/2/2024

Tuesday, September 17th from 9am to 12:00pm PDT Register here Price: $100 Cost: $80 for CE credits Scholarships Available This workshop will focus on the history and teachings of the Huni […] The post Huni Kuin Tradition, Plant Medicines and Spirituality appeared first on Chacruna.

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Huni Kuin Tradition, Ayahuasca and Spirituality

Posted: 9/2/2024

Tuesday, September 17th from 9am to 12:00pm PDT Register here Price: $150 Cost: $80 for CE credits Scholarships Available This workshop will focus on the history and teachings of the Huni […] The post Huni Kuin Tradition, Ayahuasca and Spirituality appeared first on Chacruna.

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How Big Pharma Is Quietly Moving To Push MDMA Legalization

Posted: 9/2/2024

Lykos Therapeutics' newest hire comes from Johnson & Johnson and helped bring ketamine nasal spray to market. But comes from a company that played a significant role in the opioid crisis.

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Artist Spotlight: Carley Fortier

Posted: 9/2/2024

Carley Fortier is a Phoenix-based graphic artist, educated in Industrial Design, who considers herself to be a student of the weird. The post Artist Spotlight: Carley Fortier appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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The Principles of Harm Reduction

Posted: 9/1/2024

Go in it with the right state of mind. Follow these eight core principles to harm reduction & best practices and get the most out of your psychedelic journey.

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Psychic Lines Announce Fifth Studio Album “Sunset on Sunset”

Posted: 8/30/2024

Discover the latest from Brooklyn’s Psychic Lines with their fifth studio album Sunset on Sunset, exploring themes of delusion and escapism through darkly surreal, introspective tracks. The post Psychic Lines Announce Fifth Studio Album “Sunset on Sunset” appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Songs from the UFO Club

Posted: 8/27/2024

The author picks 10 of his top songs from bands who played London’s famous, but short-lived counter-culture venue, the UFO Club, which featured many prominent psychedelic bands in its nine-month existence. The post Songs from the UFO Club appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Embrace Sustainability with Fanny Packs Made from Hemp

Posted: 8/27/2024

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News In an era where sustainability is at the forefront of consumer choices, fanny packs made from hemp are gaining popularity for their eco-friendly attributes and stylish designs. 8000Kicks, a brand committed to sustainability, offers an impressive range of hemp-based products, including their innovative fanny packs. This article explores why fanny packs made from hemp are […] The post Embrace Sustainability with Fanny Packs Made from Hemp appeared first on Sociedelic.

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Interest in Microdosing Psychedelics Has Skyrocketed, Thanks to Policy Changes

Posted: 8/26/2024

Search engines show that interest in microdosing has spiked by over 1200 percent, according to a new study by the American Medical Association. [...] Read More... The post Interest in Microdosing Psychedelics Has Skyrocketed, Thanks to Policy Changes appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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The Sillyy Guide to Blue Meanies

Posted: 8/25/2024

Blue Meanie is the only mushroom with “two identities”. One is a strain of Psilocybe cubensis. The other, is Panaeolus cyanescens only one is considered real.

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The Ten Best British Psych 45’s of 1967

Posted: 8/24/2024

Englishman Andy Post lists his ten best British Psych singles of 1967. The post The Ten Best British Psych 45’s of 1967 appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Press Release – Enrolling Now: “Foundations of Plant Medicine Facilitation, Integration and Ethics”

Posted: 8/23/2024

Chacruna Institute's new course "Foundations of Plant Medicine Facilitation, Integration, and Ethics," running from September 30 to December 16, 2024, covers topics like facilitator responsibilities, trauma, harm reduction, and ethics in psychedelic facilitation. Designed for diverse practitioners, it emphasizes ethical questions and community accountability, taught by leading experts in the field. The post Press Release – Enrolling Now: “Foundations of Plant Medicine Facilitation, Integration and Ethics” appeared first on Chacruna.

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New research reveals distinct cognitive effects of psychedelics and MDMA

Posted: 8/22/2024

Psychedelics impair attention and decision-making during use but may boost creativity afterward. In contrast, MDMA primarily disrupts memory, with no lasting cognitive benefits—highlighting the complex, varied effects of these substances on the brain.

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Interview with Robyn Hitchcock

Posted: 8/21/2024

In this interview, Robyn Hitchcock discusses his book 1967 as well as the album of the same name and why that year is so special. The post Interview with Robyn Hitchcock appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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First Nations and American Indian perspectives on Indigenous Reciprocity

Posted: 8/20/2024

Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PDT Register for this event here. Dominique Morisano, PhD, CPsych (she/her) is of Italian/Balto-Slavic descent and a dual Canadian/US citizen raised in rural Connecticut. She […] The post First Nations and American Indian perspectives on Indigenous Reciprocity appeared first on Chacruna.

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The Story of The Pink Buffalo

Posted: 8/19/2024

One day, one man discovered and found a new strain of magic mushrooms in the wild jungle of Koh Samui island in Thailand. This is the story of Pink Buffalo