Beyond the Woo
Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about psychedelics? Get ready to dive deep into the mind-bending world of plant medicine, therapeutic breakthroughs, and the controversial role psychedelics are playing in modern mental health treatment. Hosted by two trailblazing experts, Jennie Marie Battistin, best-selling Amazon author and certified psychedelic therapist, and Stacey Simmons, LMFT and author of Mushroom Pharmacy: A Practical Guide to Psychedelics, Beyond the Woo, strips away the mysticism and “woo” helping to demystify these substances while looking at the real science behind these powerful tools for healing.
In every episode, Jennie Marie and Stacey confront the stigmas and taboos head-on, breaking down the latest research on how substances like psilocybin, ayahuasca, 5-Meo-DMT (Bufo Toad Alvirus), MDMA, and ketamine are revolutionizing treatments for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and beyond. They also explore how ancient wisdom blends with modern neuroscience to offer alternative paths to healing that go far beyond traditional therapy. With their unique blend of clinical experience and approachable storytelling, these two experts will take listeners on a captivating journey to explore where science and controversy collide in the new psychedelic revolution.
Episodes
10 episodes
Breaking the Script: Psychedelics Path to Reducing Prescription Psych Meds
In this episode, Jennie Marie explores one of the most powerful and under-discussed shifts in mental health and medicine: the role of psychedelics in helping patients safely taper off traditional pharmaceuticals.Tune in to learn:...
From Surprise to Science: The Story Behind Mushroom Pharmacy
What happens when life drops a psychedelic surprise in the middle of another book deadline? Jennie Marie sits down with Stacey to unpack the remarkable story behind her new book, Mushroom Pharmacy: A Practical Guide to Psychedelic Mushrooms...
Psychedelics, the Default Mode Network & the Neuroscience of Letting Go
Ever feel like your brain is stuck in a loop of negative thoughts, anxiety spirals, or identity hang-ups? That might be your Default Mode Network (DMN) running the show.In this deep-dive episode, we explore how psychedelics ...
Ego Dissolution & Rebirth: The Healing Power of Challenging Trips
What if everything you thought you were—your name, your past, your entire identity—suddenly... vanished?In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most mysterious and transformative aspects of psychedelic healing: eg...
Journey to the Medicines: Jennie Marie’s Path to Psychedelics in Mexico
In this powerful episode, we follow the inspiring and deeply personal journey of Jennie Marie, a licensed psychotherapist and certified psychedelic medicine therapist, as she travels to Mexico in search of authentic, transformative healing expe...
Beyond the Trip: Psychedelic Integration for Lasting Transformation
We dive deep into the crucial role of psychedelic integration with a licensed psychotherapist. While the psychedelic experience itself can be transformative, true healing and growth occur in the integration process. We will share how structured...
Psychedelics & Christianity – Healing or Heresy? Part 3 (BONUS)
Could psychedelics be part of God's plan for healing, or do they challenge the authority of the church? In this episode, Jennie Marie and Stacey Simmons, PhD, dive into the intersection of Christianity and psychedelics, discussing the latest re...
Psychedelics & Christianity – Healing or Heresy? Part 2
Could psychedelics be part of God's plan for healing, or do they challenge the authority of the church? In this episode, Jennie Marie and Stacey Simmons, PhD, dive into the intersection of Christianity and psychedelics, dis...
Psychedelics & Christianity – Healing or Heresy? Part 1
Could psychedelics be part of God's plan for healing, or do they challenge the authority of the church? In this episode, Jennie Marie and Stacey Simmons, PhD, dive into the intersection of Christianity and psychedelics, dis...
The First Trip - Welcome to Beyond the Woo
Jennie Marie and Stacey discuss how two, strait-laced, middle-aged therapists became interested, and ultimately became experts in psychedelics and psychedelic therapy. We were as surprised, (maybe more surprised!) than anyone. We detail how we ...