Psychedelic Passage
by Psychedelic Passage
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Fall Break 2026
About this podcast
The world is waking up to the profound healing power of psychedelics, but very few people understand how actually to use these medicines effectively. As a professional psychedelic guide and facilitator, Jimmy Nguyen has made it his mission to help others have intentional psychedelic experiences and positively influence the facilitation landscape. On this show, we’ll be providing tips, best practices, and answering common questions about safely using psychedelics for meaningful change.
Episodes
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- Fall Break 2026 · 2 minFall is here, and as the weather gets chilly, we're slowing down and taking it all in. We'll be taking a short break from the pod and will be back in a couple of weeks with new…
- Clinical Trials and a Complex Psychedelic Future w/ Dr. Alan Davis · 1 h 32 minIn this Episode: Clinical research often excludes the diversity of everyday life, making real-world access to psychedelic therapy look very different than a trial setting. As Dr…
- Longevity Medicine and Psychedelics w/ Dr. Jordanna Quinn · 1 h 3 minKey Takeaways Preventing Post-Journey Crashes: Supplying the physical body with proper nourishment before and after psychedelic experiences help prevent post-journey depletion…
- Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness and Psychedelic Integration with Psychologist Nigel Denning · 1 h 14 minNigel Denning joins us to talk about his work with altered states of consciousness, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and holotropic breathwork. In each of these cases, integration…
- Special Edition: Community Member Spotlight - Leah B · 36 minWelcome to our first Community Member Spotlight. In this premiere episode, you'll hear a conversation between Bree, our Community Steward, and Leah, a program participant and…
- The Power of Story, Myth, and Belief w/ John O'Connor · 1 h 11 minIn A Short, Strange Trip, author John O’Connor explores the mystical legacy of Terence McKenna to look beyond the "cheerleaderism" of the modern psychedelic renaissance. By…
- Exploring Medicinal Mindfulness w/ Daniel McQueen · 1 h 13 minDaniel McQueen utilizes mindfulness-enhanced psychedelic therapy and multimodal, multi-substance programs to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed healing and advanced spiritual…
- Mushroom Mycology for Health and Wellness with Jeff Chilton Pt. 2 · 44 minThis is Part 2 of Jimmy's conversation with Jeff Chilton. If you haven't already listened to Part 1, we recommend you check that out first. Jeff Chilton is an unsung hero of the…
- Mushroom Mycology for Health and Wellness with Jeff Chilton Pt. 1 · 47 minThis is Part 1 of Jimmy's conversation with Jeff Chilton. Jeff Chilton is an unsung hero of the mycology world whose decades of expertise in mushroom cultivation have helped…
- Mushrooms, Cannabis, and Living Authentically with Nancy Rassbach · 42 minJimmy welcomes Nancy Rassbach, a long-time member of the Psychedelic Passage community. Now in her eighties, she talks about her journey through altered states of consciousness…
- Drug Reform and Executive Orders with Jason Ortiz · 1 h 26 minKey Takeaways The Power of Local Action: Meaningful change often begins at the municipal level through grassroots organizing, with the possibility to connect with likeminded…
- Why Psychedelic Healing is Nonlinear · 48 minIntentional psychedelic healing is a cyclical process that forgoes linear progress in favor of an upward spiral, where minute changes in perspective can build up to deep…
- Psilocybin and Nausea · 49 minNausea is a common side effect when ingesting psilocybin mushrooms, usually most pronounced during the “come up” and typically leveling out for the remainder of the trip…
- The Mushroom vs Myceliated Grain Debate of Functional Mushroom Products with Louis Giller of North Spore · 37 minJimmy welcomes Louis Giller, North Spore’s community education lead. In part two of this two-part discussion, they discuss the ongoing debate between the use of fruiting body…
- Everything You Need to Know About Functional Mushrooms with Louis Giller of North Spore · 47 minPart 1 of 2 Jimmy welcomes Louis Giller, North Spore’s community education lead. In part one of this two-part discussion, they dig into the many facets of mushrooms in our…
- My Plant Medicine Experience in Brazil · 50 minThis article explores the transformative clash between Western perspectives and Indigenous wisdom during a week-long plant medicine immersion in Brazil. Through various…
- Common Sensations Before a Macrodose · 41 minTo prepare for a macrodose, one must navigate the physical, mental, and emotional shifts that occur as the nervous system and ego react to impending change. By utilizing…
- Setting Intentions for a Psychedelic Experience · 45 minAs we kick off 2026, we’re exploring the power of setting intentions, and why they’re essential for any transformative journey. By providing a focal point, a clear intention…
- Psychedelics & Living Your Truth with Dr. Michael Sapiro · 1 h 8 minJimmy shares an in-depth conversation with Dr. Michael Sapiro, whose unique approach to psychedelic psychotherapy emphasizes the courage needed to align with one's authentic…
- Rediscovering Joy & Contentment · 40 minPeople often ask: can psychedelics help me to be happier? This might seem like a straightforward question, but first, we should define what we mean by “happiness.” To better…
