{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"OneMedicine Podcast","title":"The Psychedelic Revolution","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2938,"description":"We are in the midst of a psychedelic revolution with virtually every major academic medical institution in the US operating a psychedelic research lab. Psilocybin is one of the best studied of these substances, acting through a variety of mechanisms including BDNF generated neuroplasticity, anti-inflammatory immune modulation, neurotransmitter activation (serotonin HT2A/B, dopamine, glutamine), gut-brain axis support, and more, the active ingredient in \"magic mushrooms\" supports a high state of neural entropy which is believed to be a primary mechanism in the ability to rewire the brain and address old burdens with a new perspective.  With an impeccable safety profile and very compelling outcomes with a variety of mental health and neurological conditions ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction, trauma, and dementia, psilocybin remains a Schedule 1 drug and illegal in most states and municipalities. There are, however, a few exceptions.  Based on the 2018/19 FDA designation as a Breakthrough Therapy, the doors to research are open wider than ever. And under the protection of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993-federal legislation passed to offer protected use of entheogenic plants within the context of sincere spiritual practice. There is a pathway to access beyond the limited geographic decriminalization offered in Oregon and Colorado. Listen in as I chat with the founders of one such non-profit church, rooted in Naturopathic Medicine principles, as they safely and responsibly bring the healing power of psilocybin to those who can benefit. Speaker Bios:Rev. Leah Linder, NDWith a background in biochemistry and emergency medicine, Leah is a naturopathic physician trained in psychedelic-assisted therapy with deep expertise in natural supplement formulation and manufacturing. She is a Master Gardener, experienced educator, and ordained minister. Rev. Pam ConboyWith a background in biology, Pam was trained as a clinical laboratorian and is...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/CoKoqV3-mQVlE9NhErjAkuZekrptJoRFzOiUbKHwUV0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ4NTgyLzE3MDQ5/MjIwNzEtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}