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Ayahuasca Podcast with Sam Believ

Sam Believ
Ayahuasca
Psychedelics
Mental Health
Psychedelic Therapy
Trauma Healing
Integration
Plant Medicine
Healing
Mindfulness
DMT
Spirituality
Trauma
Microdosing
Shadow Work
PTSD
Meditation
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Colombia
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Ayahuasca Podcast with Sam Believ

The #1 resource for Ayahuasca, Psychedelics, and Mental Health.

Explore the transformative world of plant medicine and psychedelic therapy with Sam Believ, founder of LaWayra Ayahuasca Retreat. This podcast dives deep into the healing power of Ayahuasca, offering expert clinical insights, indigenous wisdom, and raw success stories of trauma recovery and spiritua... more

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In this episode of the Ayahuasca Podcast, the host connects with Carlos Tanner. Carlos is the founder and director of the Ayahuasca Foundation, an organization he established in 2009 after moving to the Peruvian Amazon in 2004. Transitioning from his... more

In this episode of the Ayahuasca Podcast, host Sam Believ connects with combat sports legend Cain Velasquez. Cain is a two-time NCAA All-American, a two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion, and the first Mexican-American heavyweight champion in UFC history... more

In this episode of the Ayahuasca Podcast, host Sam Believ sits down with Jonathan Robinson, a psychotherapist, New York Times bestselling author of over 10 books, and a frequent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Jonathan has spent decades exploring hu... more

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In this episode of the Ayahuasca Podcast, host Sam Believ connects with Andrew Gallimore, a computational neurobiologist, pharmacologist, and chemist based in Tokyo. Andrew is a prominent voice in the cutting-edge study of psychedelic neuroscience an... more

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Carlos Tanner
Founder and director of the Ayahuasca Foundation
Ayahuasca Foundation
Episode: The art of healing with Carlos Tanner. Neurobiology, Shipibo tradition, Dietas and Ayahuasca science.
Cain Velasquez
Two-time UFC heavyweight champion, combat sports legend
UFC
Episode: Cain Velasquez - 2 times UFC champion talking about his Ayahuasca experience and how spirituality helped him survive the prison.
Jonathan Robinson
Psychotherapist, New York Times bestselling author, co-host of Awareness Explorers Podcast
Episode: Ecstasy as Medicine - Jonathan Robinson on two Years of Therapy in an Afternoon
Andrew Gallimore
Computational neurobiologist, pharmacologist, and chemist; leading voice in psychedelic consciousness research
Independent researcher/Author
Episode: Andrew Gallimore - tuning into the alien channel, DMT and neuroscience.
Jacquie Wortley
design leader, coach, and consultant specializing in tech, mental health
LaWayra Ayahuasca Retreat (collaborator on the episode)
Episode: Ayahuasca, relationships, addiction and control with Jacquie Wortley
Rick Doblin
Pioneering researcher and founder of MAPS
MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies)
Episode: Rick Doblin - 40 Years of MAPS, MDMA, and the Race Between Consciousness and Catastrophe
Tom Camposano
Australian filmmaker and YouTuber
Your Mate Tom / Ayahuasca-related content creator
Episode: Weed Addiction and Bad Trips with Your Mate Tom (Tom Campossano)
Danny Goler
Founder of Code of Reality; researcher exploring consciousness and simulation theory
Code of Reality
Episode: The code of reality, Matrix, DMT and Lasers with Danny Goler
Steve DeAngelo
World-renowned cannabis activist, author and entrepreneur
Harborside Health Center; Last Prisoner Project
Episode: Steve DeAngelo: Cannabis, Plant Medicine & the Fight to End the Drug War

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Sam Believ
Host of Ayahuasca Podcast with Sam Believ

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Very informative!

    I’m glad I’ve found this podcast. They are very informative and pleasant to listen to. Sometimes it sounds like the guests have more to say and they get cut off because the hour is done! Wish there was more time for them to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pablo's moon
    United States7 months ago
  • Very good information for those interested in Aya

    Does a great job of interesting leaders in the psychedelic community. More real people that may nit be heard because they may not be famous but are on front line of this work. Good job, keep it coming

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    d2 david
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Aya Podcast on Apple

    Amazing selection of guests and well crafted interviews. I always leave the podcast with a few takeaways of wisdom.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wave-Tribe
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent information

    An excellent, insightful and informative podcast on the Ayahuasca experience. I particularly recommend the one on integration, really helped me understand what it is really about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PranavModi
    India2 years ago
  • Good intro to Ayahuasca

    Having recently spent a week at LaWayra I am glad to see Info about it is now available at a Podcast. If you want to know more about submerging yourself in the medicine this is a good starting point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggrygsru
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great variety of guests offering practical takeaways on integration.
Listeners appreciate the depth on integration and safety in psychedelic exploration.
Insightful and informative discussions that blend science and lived experience.
A strong starting point for anyone curious about ayahuasca and plant medicine.
High-quality interviews with thoughtful, grounded insights into psychedelics and healing.

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The art of healing with Carlos Tanner. Neurobiology, Shipibo tradition, Dietas and Ayahuasca science.
Q: How has the center evolved and what have you learned about bridging science with indigenous traditions?
The conversation covers the development of the Mishana-based center, the creation of Onaya Science, collaborative projects with NHS psychiatrist Simon Raffel, and the multiple publications that began to formalize the interface between Shipibo practice and Western research while maintaining respect for the spiritual roots.
The art of healing with Carlos Tanner. Neurobiology, Shipibo tradition, Dietas and Ayahuasca science.
Q: What put you on the path to Ayahuasca and to starting the Ayahuasca Foundation?
Carlos describes a long arc from personal healing and addiction recovery to being inspired by shamanic traditions, reading widely on psychedelics, and finally partnering with indigenous teachers to create a center that could host ceremonies and integrate traditional knowledge with modern research.
Ecstasy as Medicine - Jonathan Robinson on two Years of Therapy in an Afternoon
Q: Why is there a focus on empathy and understanding in MDMA-assisted sessions for couples?
MDMA helps reduce ego defenses and fosters genuine emotional openness, making it easier for partners to feel understood, which accelerates resolution of conflicts and strengthens trust, often leading to a twinning of emotional healing and practical behavior changes.
Ecstasy as Medicine - Jonathan Robinson on two Years of Therapy in an Afternoon
Q: How do you integrate the insights after an MDMA session?
Integration involves follow-up sessions, typically a week after the journey, where partners discuss solved problems, practice new communication methods, and plan how to apply changes in daily life to sustain the gains from the experience.
Ecstasy as Medicine - Jonathan Robinson on two Years of Therapy in an Afternoon
Q: What is the mechanism by which MDMA supports therapy and how does it compare to other psychedelics?
MDMA lowers fear and defensiveness via reduced amygdala activity and increased serotonin, which makes patients more open, connected, and able to work through trauma and relationship issues in a supported setting, often in fewer sessions than traditional therapy. It tends to be less hallucinogenic and more focused on emotional processing compared to classic psychedelics like ayahuasca or LSD.

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What is Ayahuasca Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on Ayahuasca, psychedelics, and mental health, blending expert interviews with personal journeys, integration strategies, and practical guidance on ceremony preparation and safety. Guests range from researchers and clinicians to indigenous practitioners and thought leaders, often discussing policy, Community healing, and the evolving landscape of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on responsible use, ethical industry growth, and the interplay between Western medicine and traditional plant medicine, with recurring sponsorships tied to transformative retreats. This mix makes it a potential fit for listeners seeking scientifically informed yet spiritually oriented perspectives, trauma recovery st... more

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2. Cain Velasquez
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6. Rick Doblin
7. Tom Camposano
8. Danny Goler

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