How does drug-use begin and evolve for a seemingly average teen raised in a seemingly average household? And what might one learn from such use? To celebrate the 50th release of Psychotropic, we hear from Dawson. He sheds light on these questions, and more. What he learns is unexpected…..and amazing. Drugs Mentioned: Nicotine, Marijuana, Alcohol, LSD Music Featured: “Beautiful Bell Forest Delay Melt” by Vox Mod, “Remnants of Effervescence” by Brylie Christopher Oxley, and “Night Owl” by Broke for Free If you'd like to reach out and share a story, or if you'd like to just share your thoughts, e ..read more

In this bonus episode of Psychotropic, we listen to Adrianne, Tyler, and Nick as they talk about their new film DOSED. Directed by Tyler Chandler, the film follows Adrianne, a suicidal woman who has struggled with depression, anxiety, and opioid addiction. After years of prescription medications failing her, Adrianne turns to the world of underground healers where plant medicines are redefining our understanding of mental health and addiction. Through Adrianne’s very personal journey on film, DOSED shows firsthand how psychedelic drugs like magic mushrooms and iboga can improve the lives of mi ..read more

In this episode of Psychotropic, we hear from Eric. He and I have a conversation about his various psychedelic experiences as well as what was learned. With this episode being purely conversational, it is a longer one, but if you’re interested in some of the process involved in making one of these episodes, this one might be for you. I hope you enjoy. Drugs Mentioned: LSD, Magic Mushrooms, DMT, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, MDMA, Marijuana Music Featured: “Beautiful Bell Forest Delay Melt” by Vox Mod, “Longing for Home” by Gold Coast, and “Every Now and Zen” by Falls ..read more

In this episode of Psychotropic we hear from Dylan. He tells us a story about his first spice experience. It’s a good one folks. Hope you enjoy. Drugs Mentioned: Magic Mushrooms, Synthetic Marijuana (Spice), Marijuana Music Featured: “Beautiful Bell Forest Delay Melt” by Vox Mod, and “Where the Road Takes Us”, “Ballerina Cantina”, and “Kissed in Collar” by Dresden the Flamingo ..read more

What is the best way to be with someone when their psychedelic trip goes awry? How can you best cope with your own bad trip?? Can these difficult experiences, while seemingly fleeting, have long-term consequences? In this episode of Psychotropic, say hello to Pops. He recounts a couple stories that make us think about the above questions, and more. I also announce that, at least for the time being, I will be taking a break from Psychotropic after the release of the 50th episode. It's been a good run, but a little time off is much needed. I'll announce more in upcoming episodes.   Drugs Mention ..read more

In this episode of Psychotropic we hear from Elyse. She shares a story that makes us think about vulnerability, the origins of our choices and behaviors, and the importance of family. Drugs Mentioned: Alcohol, Marijuana, Spice, Bath Salts, LSD, Dilaudid, Adderall, Ketamine Music Featured: “My Unbelief” by Hill and “Retreat” by Chelsea McGough If you have a story you’d like to share, or if you’d just like to give some feedback, you can do so via psychotropicpodcast.com or directly at psychotropicpodcast@hotmail.com. Thanks for listening everybody ..read more

Most of us have had a first-time psychedelic experience. And we all came into it with an understanding that those handful of hours might get weird, and that we might see things that we’re not used to seeing. How weird could it get though? It’s just LSD, right? Worst case scenario; it turns into a bad trip and you just have to wait it out. What if reality shifts in ways that forever change who we are? What if that temporary shift in reality turns out to not be so temporary? Welcome Trippy the Hippy into this episode of Psychotropic. Drugs Mentioned: Marijuana, LSD, Magic Mushrooms Music Feature ..read more

How should a parent deal with their child when drugs enter into the picture? How does a parent’s response affect that child as they turn into an adult themselves? We contemplate these questions, and more, in this episode of Psychotropic. Drugs Mentioned: Alcohol, Marijuana Music Featured: “Rebirth” by DASK and “Souly Slowly” by Ketsa ..read more

How do you introduce someone to LSD? How do you deal with someone who’s experiencing a bad trip? In this episode of Psychotropic we hear from Johna. He recounts a couple stories that makes one consider these questions. Drugs Mentioned: Marijuana, MDMA, LSD Music Featured: “Beautiful Bell Forest Delay Melt” by Vox Mod, “Heaven Be Here” by P C III, and “Slip” by Glass Boy ..read more

In Episode 42 of Psychotropic we hear from Lauren. She talks about having an experience with a substance that may have been something other than what it was claimed to be. This is a cautionary tale about the deceptive side of drug-use. Be aware! Drugs Mentioned: Cannabis, Opiates, synthetic cannabinoids (Spice) Featured Music: “Beautiful Bell Forest Delay Melt”, “Archaea”, “Bug Bells”, and “Switchy” by Vox Mod ..read more