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Psychedelic Brain Science

Psychedelic Brain Science
Psychedelics
Psilocybin
MDMA
Psychedelic Therapy
Psychedelic Research
DOI
Psychedelic Science
Mental Health
Doc
Drug Policy
PTSD
Ketamine
LSD
Ibogaine
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Open Psychedelic Evaluation Nexus
DEA
Anesthetics
Neuroplasticity
Neuroscience

Psychedelic Brain Science is a multimedia approach dedicated to bringing scientific, psychological, anthropological, and cultural information as it relates to psychedelics. Join scientists Alaina M. Jaster, PhD and Zarmeen Zahid, PhD as they work to provide better understanding of the ongoing research about psychedelics. Content only reflects opinions of the authors and does not reflect the opinio... more

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In this special episode, Alaina discusses the ongoing fight for the rescheduling of psilocybin with Dr. Sunil Aggarwal and attorney Shane Pennington. They delve into the complexities of the rescheduling process, the legal challenges faced, and the im... more

Dr. Alaina Jaster is joined by Brooke Sanders, MS, a translational neuroscientist focused on understanding epigenetic impacts of synthetic cannabinoids on the human genome. She is also a Content Advisor for Students for Sensible Drug Policy.

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Welcome to the first Causal Friday!

These short segments are all about chatting casually with friends, family or strangers and how the most random interests can intersect with science. They will air on a random Friday each month, so you have to sub... more

Dr. Alaina Jaster is joined by child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. David Sjöström who is at the University Hospital in Lund, Sweden. He is a current PhD candidate studying adolescent use of psychedelics and perceived effects on wellbeing.

They di... more

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Sunil Aggarwal
Physician and scientist, co-director of the AIMS Institute
AIMS Institute
Episode: The Fight for Psilocybin Rescheduling ft. Dr. Sunil Aggarwal and Shane Pennington
Shane Pennington
Partner at BlankRome LLP, specializing in federal agency issues, including drug policy
BlankRome LLP
Episode: The Fight for Psilocybin Rescheduling ft. Dr. Sunil Aggarwal and Shane Pennington
Brooke Sanders
Drug policy enthusiast and content advisor for Students for Sensible Drug Policy
Students for Sensible Drug Policy
Episode: Are the Kids Alright? Part 2: Cannabis Use in Adolescents ft. Brooke Sanders
Dr. David Sjöström
Child and adolescent psychiatrist at the University Hospital in Lund, Sweden, and PhD candidate studying adolescent use of psychedelics.
University Hospital Lund, Sweden
Episode: Are the Kids Alright? Psychedelic Use in Adolescents ft. Dr. David Sjöström
Kayla Greenstein
PhD candidate at the University of Sydney studying Touch in Psychedelics
University of Sydney
Episode: Touch in Psychedelic Therapy ft. Kayla Greenstien
Dr. Christine Rabinak
Professor at Wayne State University and expert on mental health research
Wayne State University
Episode: Science Under Threat! ft. Dr. Hilary Marusak & Dr. Christine Rabinak
Dr. Hilary Marusak
Founder of BrainSTEM Podcast and a scientist invested in mental health research
BrainSTEM Podcast
Episode: Science Under Threat! ft. Dr. Hilary Marusak & Dr. Christine Rabinak
Dr. Jason Luoma
Researcher, entrepreneur, clinical psychologist, and psychotherapy trainer
Portland Psychotherapy
Episode: Open Psychedelic Evaluation Nexus ft. Dr. Jason Luoma
Kate Lawson
Fifth-year graduate student in Dr. Stephen Mailer's lab at UC Irvine
University of California, Irvine
Episode: Psychedelic Therapy... in Rodents? ft. Kate Lawson

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Alaina M. Jaster, PhD
Co-host of the podcast, focusing on the intersections of psychedelic research, mental health, and therapy.

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The Fight for Psilocybin Rescheduling ft. Dr. Sunil Aggarwal and Shane Pennington
Q: Can you explain the process of how drug scheduling works?
There is a First Amendment right to petition the government for changes in drug control laws, which involves a formal process that includes submitting petitions in quintuplicate.
The Fight for Psilocybin Rescheduling ft. Dr. Sunil Aggarwal and Shane Pennington
Q: When did this journey for psilocybin rescheduling begin, and how did it evolve?
It began in 2020 while trying to secure patient access using the Right to Try Act and then evolved into a full rescheduling petition after discussions with the DEA.
Are the Kids Alright? Psychedelic Use in Adolescents ft. Dr. David Sjöström
Q: What are you working on for your PhD project?
His PhD project includes gathering prevalence data on psychedelic use in adolescents, understanding mental health associations, and conducting interviews about their experiences.
Are the Kids Alright? Psychedelic Use in Adolescents ft. Dr. David Sjöström
Q: Could you just tell the listeners a little bit about your journey into the psychedelics field and specifically how you got to be working with adolescents?
Dr. Sjöström shares his journey starting from clinical practice, realizing that existing treatments were inadequate for many young patients, which led him to psychedelic research.
Open Psychedelic Evaluation Nexus ft. Dr. Jason Luoma
Q: What are the benefits of having personal psychedelic experience as a practitioner?
Personal experiences may help practitioners empathize with clients' experiences but are not essential for effective outcomes in therapy.

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This podcast focuses on the multifaceted aspects of psychedelics, exploring their scientific, psychological, anthropological, and cultural implications. Episodes typically feature in-depth discussions with researchers and experts who share their insights on various topics, including psychedelic therapy, mental health, and the ethical considerations surrounding these substances. Noteworthy discussions often highlight the complexity of ongoing research, touching on historical contexts and current findings relevant to understanding psychedelics' therapeutic potential and societal perceptions.

Listeners can expect a blend of academic rigor and accessible dialogue, making complex topics in psychedelic science approachable for a varied audience.... more

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2. Shane Pennington
3. Brooke Sanders
4. Dr. David Sjöström
5. Kayla Greenstein
6. Dr. Christine Rabinak
7. Dr. Hilary Marusak
8. Dr. Jason Luoma

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