The Psychedelic Suitcase

Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if you took the road less travelled? Not following the tradition path but creating your own in a far off land? In this episode we chat with Michelle Miller, Author of Heart First: A Female Psychedelic Call To Adventure about how she is doing exactly that.Michelle's Website: https://www.heartfirstseries.comMichelle's Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LDB268V/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_YHYN8R2EXE5YY9S7YJM0About her book:From a young age, Michelle is determined to rise above the limitations of collective belief systems such as getting a “real job” or relying on money. She forgoes a college education, and instead creates her own eclectic lifestyle that involves travel, psychedelics, being voluntarily homeless, and hitch hiking her way to what she is certain will be a brighter future for herself. Set in the counterculture of the 1990’s, Michelle gains spiritual insights throughout her haphazard adventures while backpacking through Alaska, Thailand, Mexico and Central America. Despite several setbacks, she continues to press forward with utmost optimism as she struggles to gain her traditional parents’ approval and to integrate her free-spirited idealisms into something meaningful on the material plane.www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcaseEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TPSpodcast)Support the show

In this episode we chat with Alex Dorr.  Alex has a wealth of knowledge of all things fungi. He is cohost of the Mushroom Revival Podcast and creator of fungi supplements that you can find at his website link below.For more about info on Alex, his products which you can get 15% off of by entering the promo code SUITCASE , all capitol letters and to learn more about his excellent podcast go to:https://www.mushroomrevival.comwww.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcaseEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

We talk with and try out breathwork techniques with Ben Holt from connectandevolve.com. Ben is an internationally acclaimed Breathwork Facilitator, psychedelic and plant medicine expert, transformational retreat leader, filmmaker, explorer, and musician. For the past several years, Ben has been traveling the world teaching the art of conscious breathing, leading retreats, and documenting some of the world's most fascinating cultures. He now leads others in spiritual retreats, one-on-one intensives, workshops, online courses, and more.  He combines breathtaking nature, natural medicines, breathwork, sound healing, yoga, and dynamic meditations to help people reach their higher selves. For more on Ben:https://www.connectandevolve.comAnd Check Out The New Psychedelic Suitcase Online Store!!!www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TPSpodcast)Support the show

In this episode we chat with Pauline Dakin and discuss her book Run, Hide, Repeat: A Memoir of a Fugitive Childhood. A former producer of radio and television current affairs programming for CBC News operations in Nova Scotia, she left that role in 2016 to become a professor and associate director in the journalism program at the University of King's College.Run, Hide, Repeat, published in 2017, is a memoir of her is a memoir of her unusable childhood experiences after after her parents' separation; although they were not explained at the time, she was told in her early 20s the reason behind all the secrecy. In this episode she takes us through the many twists of an incredible life.The book is available wherever you buy books online but if you would like to help out a small book store I have provided the link to the bookstore from the university where Pauline teaches journalism. They will ship anywhere you'd like.https://www.kingsbookstore.caAnd Check Out The New Psychedelic Suitcase Online Store!!!https://thepsychedelicsuitcase.bigcartel.comwww.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

On today's episode we chat with cannabis educator and consultant Emma Chasen about what she has learned after years of experience in the retail cannabis industry. How and if it could apply to psychedelics. From Emma's Bio:Emma Chasen is a Brown University graduate with a specialized Biology degree in Medicinal Plant Research. Chasen created the role of Director of Education at the venerable Portland cannabis dispensary Farma where she developed a robust training curriculum rooted in cannabis science, product knowledge and empathetic patient care. Chasen now co-owns and operates Eminent Consulting, a firm that specializes in helping brands develop educational marketing collateral and ongoing educational programs to further elevate their brand presence in a competitive industry.A link to Emma's cannabis consulting firm:https://www.eminentconsultingfirm.comAlso mentioned in the episode, The North Star Ethics Pledge:https://northstar.guideCheck Out The New Psychedelic Suitcase Online Store!!!https://thepsychedelicsuitcase.bigcartel.comwww.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

In this episode we talk with broadcasting legend Alan Cross. We discuss his love affair with music, how the creative mind works, how successful artists live a creative life and much more. To find out more about Alan check out his site:https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.comHis Home Radio Station 102.1 The Edge:https://edge.caAnd his fantastic radio show/Podcast The Ongoing History Of New Music:https://edge.ca/show/the-ongoing-history-of-new-music/Here's where to follow and connect with us:www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

If there is an upside to not being able to travel internationally at the moment it is discovering a hidden treasure in your own back yard. In this episode I talk with Wendy Oke niece of artist Alma Rumball from Ontario, Canada. Alma who after having a vision of Jesus starting noticing that her hand was drawing by itself, delivering images and messeges from another realm.To find out more about Alma and Wendy's journey and to see the drawings discussed in this episode please visit Wendy's website: www.almamatters.caAnd you can watch the excellent documentary The Alma Drawings by Jeremy Munce here: https://www.cultureunplugged.com/documentary/watch-online/play/54280/The-Alma-DrawingsHere's where to follow and connect with us:www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

In this episode we chat with Andrew Dengelo, a pioneer and social activist in the cannabis retail industry. Along with his brother Steve, Andrew started Haborside, one of the first cannabis dispensaries in California. We chat about his views on Psychedelics, the possibility of them becoming even more mainstream and what that would look like. We also talk about about one of Andrews initiatives, the Last Prisoner Project which fights to release people serving time for cannabis infractions.Here are some links to what we discussed in the episode:https://www.lastprisonerproject.orghttps://maps.orghttps://shopharborside.comhttps://doubleblindmag.comhttps://michaelpollan.com/books/how-to-change-your-mind/https://www.psychedelicassociation.nethttps://www.decriminalizenature.orghttps://www.decriminalizenature.cahttp://www.almamatters.caAnd how to find us:www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

In this mini episode of The Psychedelic Suitcase we take a look at our time in Portugal and our trip home during the current pandemic. We talk with Jason and Camilla, two long term residents of the off grid animal rescue where we stayed that is owned by Gabi and Jo near Odeceixe,  Portugal. We chat about residing there and choosing to live an unconventional life. As we are now getting settled back in Canada for the summer we have a number of interviews we are excited to share in the coming weeks. We interview Andrew Deangelo, a pioneer in cannabis legalization. Wendy Oke, the niece of artist Alma Rumball who after a religious vision started communicating with entities. The result was that her hand started painting and drawing intricate designs that she had no control over. To learn more check out The Alma Drawings on YouTube. And plant medicine educator Emma Chasen who chats with us about the benefits and possible pitfalls of psychedelic use. Please check back soon for these episodes and more.Support the show

Sometimes plans don't always go the way you expect them to. We thought we would be off to another location by now but we have been self quarintining here in Portugal ever since travel became no longer an option. Since we are here a little longer than we expected we thought it would be a good time to introduce Jo. Jo is one of the owners of the Animal Rescue we have been volunteering at for a few months now. One of the reasons we came here was Jo's involvement with Shamanism. We sat down with Jo recently to find out what it means to him and what he's learned.To see what Jo is up to check out his Youtube channel.https://www.youtube.com/user/twinflame01Thank you for listening and if you want to support the show please review and subscribe wherever you listen to the podcast, It really helps the show a lot. Thanks again and safe travels.www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

Our guest is Dr. Ryan Westrum, we discuss Integration therapy and his book The Psychedelic Integration Handbook. To find out more about Ryan check out www.psychedelicintegration.net and www.healingsoulsllc.com. Thank you for listening and if you want to support the show please review and subscribe wherever you listen to the podcast. Thanks again and safe travels.www.thepsychedelicsuitcase.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thepsychedelicsuitcase/https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_suitcasehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-BQsiDKtB0HdrnulnNVZwEmail: thepsychedelicsuitcase@gmail.comSupport the show

In this episode we chat with Shelby Hartman and Madison Margolin, the co founders of the magazine DoubleBlind, A great new voice in the psychedelic community. To read some in-depth well written articles on the world of psychedelics check out their biannual print magazine (Issue #2 is out now) or access their online content at doubleblindmag.com.Support the show

In this episode we talk with Daniel Shankin from Tam Integration. For more about Daniel and what Tam Integration has to offer check out tamintegration.com. Also new is our website is up and running so head over to thepsychedelicsuitcase.com for all the latest news.Support the show

We talk with Julian Vayne about his book Getting Higher: The Manual of Psychedelic Ceremony. you can find out more about Julian and his books at theblogofbaphomat.comSupport the show

In this episode we discuss change and how to embrace it. Our guest is Jennifer who after living a traditional life made a major life change and hasn't looked back.Support the show

In this episode we talk with Mark Haden, Executive Director of MAPS Canada about the clinical trails they are conducting using MDMA for people who suffer with PTSD. We also talk about the history of psychedelics in Canada and the United States. Support the show

A special short documentary episode chronicling Dave's trip to Peru as he partakes in multiple Ayahuasca and Dmt ceremonies.Support the show

In this episode we talk with stand up comedian Shane Mauss about his podcast Here We Are, his stand up tour Stand Up Science and his documentary Psychonautics: A Comic's Exploration of PsychedelicsSupport the show

Welcome to The Psychedelic Suitcase podcast. This mini episode is a preview of the bi-weekly podcast which begins Sept 17th, 2019.