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POLL: Majority of Canadians Support Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy
Canadian Psychedelic Association responds with a Memorandum of Regulatory Approval, which advises medicinal psilocybin therapy to be authorized in a safe and therapeutic environment.
Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Finds It Reduces Depression & Anxiety
The subcommittee’s review is the largest of its kind to be conducted in the state.
Fireside Project Releases App for Psychedelic Peer Support
Designed with accessibility and ease of use, so that psychedelic users in any state of mind can connect quickly with compassionate peer support line volunteers.

Matthew McConaughey Cuddles a Mountain Lion - 5 Wildest Celebrity Trips on Psychedelics

July 30, 2021

Matthew McConaughey Climbed in a Cage with a Mountain Lion? 5 Wildest Celebrity Trips on Psychedelics

From Carrie Fisher’s shirtless surprise for Japanese tourists to Gary Busey getting dosed by a co-star on set, these crazy trips are almost too wild to believe.

August 5, 2021

Why Dimensions Health Centers Founders Embrace Plant Medicine Ceremonies Over Clinical Treatment

CEO Christopher Dawson and COO Andrew Galloway spent years working in clinical mental health treatment centers before betting big on psychedelics and ancient healing methods.

Why These Researchers Are Concerned About Psychedelic Legalization

August 5, 2021

Why These Researchers Are Concerned About Psychedelic Legalization

Two researchers argue we still can’t be sure what the effects of widespread public use of psychedelics would be, and point to possible negatives.

August 4, 2021

Interview With Dimensions Health Centers

In today’s episode of the Psychedelic Spotlight podcast, we spotlight Dimensions Health Centers who are creating a new paradigm for hospitality by helping people to improve and transform their lives by drawing on the restorative power of nature, spa rituals, delicious food, and psilocybin-inspired ceremonies in safe, legal and luxurious settings.

Australia’s First Psychedelic Research Institute Psychae Opens with $40 Million Investment

August 3, 2021

Australia’s First Psychedelic Research Institute Opens with $40 Million Investment

Psychae Institute will collaborate with other clinical research organizations to develop novel psychedelic medicines and accompanying psychotherapeutic treatment models.

Fireside Project Releases App for Psychedelic Peer Support

August 4, 2021

Fireside Project Releases App for Psychedelic Peer Support

"Our app was designed with accessibility and ease of use as top priorities, so that psychedelic users in any state of mind can connect quickly with our diverse and compassionate peer support line volunteers," says the nonprofit's co-founder.

VIDEOS

August 4, 2021

The Spotlight Roundup- This Psychedelic VR Startup Raises Over $11 Million

July 20, 2021/by Sarah Abelsohn

The Spotlight Roundup-Can Psychedelics Help Brain Trauma?

July 8, 2021/by Sarah Abelsohn

The Spotlight Roundup-The First-Ever Female Founded Psychedelic Company

June 23, 2021/by Psychedelic Spotlight

Spotlight Roundup-Another Psychedelic Company Lists On The Nasdaq

June 22, 2021/by Psychedelic Spotlight

The Spotlight Roundup-Is California Next For Legalizing Psychedelics?

PODCASTS

July 28, 2021

Interview With Spencer Hawkswell

In this episode of the Psychedelic Spotlight podcast, we speak with Spencer Hawkswell, CEO of TheraPsil.

July 23, 2021/by Psychedelic Spotlight

Interview With James Hallifax

July 21, 2021/by Psychedelic Spotlight

Interview With Jemie Sae Koo

July 14, 2021/by Psychedelic Spotlight

Interview With Daniel Carcillo

July 9, 2021/by Psychedelic Spotlight

Interview With Anthony Tennyson

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Latest News

CULTURE

Building Better Psychedelic Playlists

July 22, 2021

A Club DJ’s Advice on Building Better Psychedelic Playlists

Psychedelic playlists should minimize lyrics, focus on building an emotional arc, and other helpful tips to improve your trips.

Megan Pormer incredible Ketamine experience

July 21, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Megan Pormer Calls Ketamine ‘One of the Most Incredible Experiences of My Life’ While Talking Psychedelics with Lamar Odom

Megan Fox ayahuasca therapy

July 13, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Ayahuasca Sent Megan Fox to ‘Hell for Eternity’ and It Was Better than Therapy

HGTV Star Christina Haack Says Smoking Bufo Toad Cured Her Anxiety in '15 Minutes'

July 9, 2021/by Greg Gilman

HGTV Star Christina Haack Says Smoking Bufo Toad Cured Her Anxiety in ‘15 Minutes’

Michael Pollan advice for talking to kids about drugs

July 8, 2021/by Greg Gilman

Michael Pollan’s Advice on Talking to Kids About Psychedelic Drugs: ‘They Need to Be Treated with Respect’

INDUSTRY

FDA Green Lights Ketamine for Treatment of ALS

August 4, 2021

FDA Green Lights Ketamine for Treatment of ALS

"This designation not only expedites our regulatory, clinical, and product development plans but also validates our belief in the potential of ketamine," says PharmaTher CEO Fabio Chianelli.

August 3, 2021/by Emily Jarvie

Mindset Pharma Files Patent for Quickest, Cheapest Method to Synthesize Psilocybin

Psychedelic Spotlight Business Round Up July 30

July 30, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Psychedelic Business Spotlight: July 30, 2021

Psychedelic Companies HAVN Life Sciences, MINDCURE Health Reach Manufacturing Milestones

July 27, 2021/by Emily Jarvie

Psychedelic Companies HAVN Life Sciences, MINDCURE Health Reach Manufacturing Milestones

Akome Biotech Patents Psychedelic Drug Formulation to Treat Parkinson's Disease

July 26, 2021/by Emily Jarvie

Akome Biotech Patents Psychedelic Drug Formulation to Treat Parkinson’s Disease

POLICY

Majority of Canadians Support Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy, According to New Poll

August 4, 2021

Majority of Canadians Support Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy, According to New Poll

As a result, the Canadian Psychedelic Association responds with a Memorandum of Regulatory Approval, which advises medicinal psilocybin therapy to be authorized in a safe and therapeutic environment.

Grand Rapids May Be Second City in Michigan to Decriminalize Natural Psychedelics by Year’s End

August 2, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Grand Rapids May Be Second Michigan City to Decriminalize Natural Psychedelics by Year’s End

How the Heroic Hearts Project Is Spearheading Psilocybin Research to Treat Veterans for TBI

August 2, 2021/by Evan Lewis-Healey

How the Heroic Hearts Project Is Spearheading Psilocybin Research to Treat Veterans for TBI

Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Finds the Psychedelic Reduces Depression and Anxiety

July 29, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Finds the Psychedelic Reduces Depression and Anxiety

TheraPsil's Fight to Secure Therapeutic Psilocybin Access for All Canadians

July 28, 2021/by Emily Jarvie

TheraPsil’s Fight to Secure Therapeutic Psilocybin Access for All Canadians

RESEARCH

Ayahuasca May Help Curb Drug and Alcohol Addiction

July 27, 2021

Ayahuasca May Help Curb Drug and Alcohol Addiction

New study compiles the experiences of 8,629 ayahuasca users from 40 different countries, and results are very promising for the future of psychedelic-assisted therapy.

How the Heroic Hearts Project Is Spearheading Psilocybin Research to Treat Veterans for TBI

August 2, 2021/by Evan Lewis-Healey

How the Heroic Hearts Project Is Spearheading Psilocybin Research to Treat Veterans for TBI

Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Finds the Psychedelic Reduces Depression and Anxiety

July 29, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Finds the Psychedelic Reduces Depression and Anxiety

Ayahuasca May Help Curb Drug and Alcohol Addiction

July 27, 2021/by Jennifer Walker-Journey

Ayahuasca May Help Curb Drug and Alcohol Addiction

How a Psilocybin Study on AIDS Survivors Could Solve a Big Problem with Psychedelic Therapy

July 23, 2021/by Evan Lewis-Healey

How a Psilocybin Study on AIDS Survivors Could Solve a Big Problem with Psychedelic Therapy

TREATMENT

Wake Network Developing Genetics-Based Screening System to Offer Patients Personalized Psychedelic Therapies

July 21, 2021

Wake Network Partners with Lieber Institute to Develop Genetics-Based Screening System for Psychedelic Therapies

Fungi bioscience company describes the project as “one of the most robust genetics research initiatives in the emerging psychedelics space to date."

July 20, 2021/by Emily Jarvie

Free Ketamine Treatment Now Available for Canadian Veterans

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) psychedelic treatment daniel carcillo

July 16, 2021/by Emily Jarvie

How Wesana Health CEO Daniel Carcillo Plans to Protect Athletes From Traumatic Brain Injury

COVID-19 Pandemic Study of Ketamine Amplifies Antidepressant Potential

July 15, 2021/by Evan Lewis-Healey

COVID-19 Pandemic Study of Ketamine Therapy Amplifies Antidepressant Potential

Awakn Life Science CEO Anthony Tennyson "Groundbreaking" MDMA discovery

July 13, 2021/by Greg Gilman

Awakn Life Science CEO Details ‘Groundbreaking’ MDMA Discovery in Quest to Treat Addiction

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