MindBody Matters

In this summer's "The Best of MBM" series we replay our episode from January 2024 about psychedelic assisted therapy and a groundbreaking clinical trial of the use of psilocybin for cancer patients at the Sunstone Therapies Clinic in Maryland. Guest and clinical trial participant, Alice Grasset was a client of therapist Dr. Brian Richards. Brian and his father Dr. Bill Richards are featured in a recent Netflix show, How to Change Your Mind hosted by Michael Pollan. Bill Richards was a pioneer in the research of the use of psychedelics in health care from 1967 to 1977.Alice describes her psilocybin experience, the dissolution of the ego and the realization that she is part of something larger. Alice left the corporate world and launched the Sparkles of Grace program for breast cancer survivors that utilizes yoga, meditation, and coaching.After the interview MindBody Matters co-hosts Greg Rennie and Rob Wreford discuss how they are now convinced that the use of psychedelics can help people struggling with a cancer diagnosis, depression and PTSD. Greg, who is a Psychotherapist considers using providing psychedelic assisted therapy.MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcastArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.ca Resources mentioned in this episode:"The Use of Psychedelics for Depression and PTSD: An Interview with Psychiatrist Dr. Singh": Episode #3: mb-matters.com/episodesAquilino Centre/Sunstone Therapies: https://www.sunstonetherapies.com/#news-eventsAlice Grasset's website "Sparkles of Grace" dedicated to helping women who are breast cancer survivors through the use of yoga and meditation: https://sparklesofgrace.com/about/Alice and her husbands business, Yapura Wellness: https://www.yapurawellness.com/about-usBook by Dr. Bill Richards, "Sacred Knowledge: Psychedelics and Religious Experiences: https://www.amazon.ca/Sacred-Knowledge-Psychedelics-Religious-Experiences/dp/0231174071/ref=asc_df_0231174071/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309747941035&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12825562238776908532&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000914&hvtargid=pla-543158761878&psc=1&mcid=edb5167bbe283a64a17770b6b32a2222

In this summer's "The Best of MBM" series, we replay our episode on the ceremonial use of ayahuasca from January 2024. We interviewed Drew Bankey from “Sacred Journeys Within”, an ayahuasca ceremony he leads in Colorado. Drew shares his experience in the military and the impact of two tours in the Iraq war had on his life as it resulted in PTSD, suicidality and loss of purpose until he met Ayahuasca. Drew and his family were on a recent episode of the TV show, "Homestead Rescue" and got help to build a place for visiting PTSD survivors in their remote location in Colorado. Co-host Rob Wreford is a sceptic and shares his opinion after the interview and Greg and Rob describe the next episode in the series on psychedelic therapies and ceremonies. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcastIf you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.ca Resources mentioned in this episode: “I’m Perfect and So Are You” by Drew Bankey: https://www.amazon.com/Im-Perfect-Are-You-collaboration-ebook/dp/B089P1T6V2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ZJNET0L07166&keywords=i%27m+perfect+and+so+are+you&qid=1703445079&s=digital-text&sprefix=i%27m+perfect+and+so+are+you%2Cdigital-text%2C79&sr=1-1 Sacred Journeys Within – Plant Medicine Sacred Ceremony: https://www.sacredjournieswithin.com/our-storyEagles Nest Podcast: https://www.sacredjournieswithin.com/the-eagles-nest-podcast

In this summer's "The Best of MBM" series we replay our first episode about psychedelic-assisted therapy that aired in July 2023. Greg Rennie interviewed Dr. Mandeep Singh. The use of psychedelic drugs in treating PTSD and depression (among other issues) is becoming a reality and when legal or unscheduled, psychedelic medicine will change how we treat patients. Greg sits down with Psychiatrist Dr. Singh and discuss the therapeutic use of cannabis, psilocybin, ketamine and MDMA for a wide range of mental health issues. Dr. Singh will share his experience treating veterans for PTSD. After the interview, Greg and Rob will chat about what they got from the interview.MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcastIf you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.caResources mentioned in this episode:Dr. Mandeep Singh: https://drmandeepsingh.ca/ Therapsil: https://therapsil.ca/ MAPS: https://maps.org/homepage/ Heroic Hearts Project: https://www.heroicheartsproject.ca/CAMH: https://www.camh.ca/

In this summer's "The Best of MBM" we replay our episode on PTSD from November 2023. We honor our very good friend (Greg's "American Dad"), veteran of two tours of Vietnam, Steve Cox from Alabama who passed away in March of 2024. We will miss you Steve!Co-host Greg Rennie talked to Steve about about his experience in the Vietnam war, the Tet Offensive and its impact on his life. Steve was diagnosed with alcoholism, drug addiction and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder at a time that trauma from war was just being studied and understood. He hopes that his story influences military veterans returning from recent wars to ask Veteran's Affairs for help for trauma and to consider AA support regarding the common pairing of PTSD and alcohol and drug addiction.MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcastIf you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.ca Resources mentioned in this episode:U.S. Veterans Affairs: https://www.va.gov/disability/how-to-file-claim/Veterans Affairs Canada: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/health-supportServices for Veterans and Families - U.K.: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/support-services-for-veterans-and-their-familiesAlcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/Narcotics Anonymous: https://na.org/

In this summer's "Best of MBM" series we replay the revealing conversation from August 2023 with Dr. Dove Gebien, a former ER doctor who faced his addiction to fentanyl. Join us as he shares his personal journey, from his abuse of fentanyl to a near-fatal overdose and an inspiring path to recovery. As a lead plaintiff in a big pharma class action lawsuit, he shares his opinion about pharmaceutical companies like Purdue Pharma exploiting doctors and presenting skewed research in an effort to influence prescription practices.Hosts Greg and Rob discuss Dr. Gebien’s journey and how they relate to his story. They also talk about the recently released Netflix series "Painkiller," which examines Purdue Pharma, the Sackler family and the dark underbelly of the opioid crisis.If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.caResources discussed in the episode:Episode 5 of Mindbody Matters “Painkillers and Big Pharma: The Marketing of Medication with Dr. Robert Shepherd”Netflix “Painkiller” – https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81095069Wellness Group - https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/en-ca/

In this summer's "Best of MBM" series, we replay our eye-opening episode from August 2023 about big pharma in which we discuss the Netflix series "Painkiller," which shed light on the unethical marketing practices of Purdue Pharma, makers of OxyContin. Greg interviews Dr. Robert Shepherd, a Psychologist who witnessed firsthand the influence of big pharma companies like Purdue Pharma and Pfizer, makers of Celebrex had on doctors as he was wined and dined by pharmaceutical companies but saw the danger early in the opioid crisis and spoke out against it. Greg and Dr. Shepherd explore the ways in which big pharma incentivize doctors to prescribe their drugs plying them with perks, lavish dinners and paid speaking opportunities. As well, Dr. Shepherd shares how he was forced to resign when he openly spoke out against these practices.After the interview, Rob brings up how both of he and Greg received perks from record companies when they were radio announcers similar to the practices discussed.If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.caResources mentioned in this episode:Dr. Robert Shepherd - http://therapyonline.me/Evidence Based Health Information - https://www.cochrane.org/"Pain killer: An Empire of Deceit and the Origin of America's Opioid Epidemic" - Barry Meier - https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Killer-Empire-Americas-Epidemic/dp/198480118XNetflix series "Painkiller" - August 10, 2023 - https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81095069

On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview Julie Miller and Steve Knapp from the popular podcast, Through The Glass Recovery Podcast. Both Julie and Steve are in recovery from an alcohol use disorder and in their social media posts and show demonstrate the benefits of being sober and what life is like without using alcohol.MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcastIf you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.caResources mentioned in this episodeWebsite: throughtheglassrecovery.comThrough The Glass Recovery Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0DIjHvZmLAe1CSJqBqTqJG?si=c0a5dda162c14679I Am Sober app: https://iamsober.com/en/site/home

On this episode of Keep Talking on MindBody Matters Rob and Greg talk about voice over artists and actors losing their jobs to AI generated voice.MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcastIf you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.ca