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Can the psychedelic ibogaine really get to the root of trauma? In Ibogaine Uncovered, author and journalist Amanda Siebert explores the impact of this powerful medicine including what prompts people to seek it out and how their lives are often transformed through the teachings they receive. Guests take an honest look at their healing journey, unpacking their lived experiences with substance use disorder, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and grief. Expert guests also provide listeners with wisdom for their own healing journey.
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April 18, 2025
<p>Today on the show, Talia interviews Clayton Smith, who has pioneered a groundbreaking veterans' program at Beond, leveraging ibogaine to heal trauma and addiction.</p><p>Clayton discusses his own challenging experiences with trauma and alcoholism, highlighting how ibogaine significantly aided his recovery. He outlines the comprehensive program he helped develop, covering pre-admission coaching, an intensive eight-day onsite experience at Beond, and continued post-treatment support, emphasizing its transformative impact on veterans and their families.</p><p>Clayton Smith is a former U.S. Army Infantry Captain and Purple Heart recipient. After leaving the military in 2013, he battled the invisible wounds of traumatic brain injury and PTSD for over a decade before successfully completing Beyond’s therapeutic protocol. He now collaborates with fellow veterans and their spouses to lead the Beyond Service program.</p><p>Timestamps:</p><ul><li>(02:07) Clayton's Military Experiences and Trauma</li><li>(08:55) Struggles with Alcoholism and Finding Ibogaine</li><li>(15:12) The Beond Experience: Pre-Admission to Arrival</li><li>(22:34) The Ibogaine Experience: Visuals and Insights</li><li>(33:04) Building the Beond Service Program</li></ul>
February 21, 2025
<p>What if the key to healing wasn’t just in a single experience, but in a lifetime of exploration? On this episode of Ibogaine Uncovered, producer Eamon Armstrong takes us inside his deeply personal journey with Ibogaine. From a decade of psychedelic healing to his personal story of addiction, fantasy, and dissociation, Eamon shares how this experience at Beond has reshaped his understanding of healing, pleasure, and presence.</p><p>On the show, Eamon discusses cognitive enhancement and how Ibogaine has helped him shift from deep psychological exploration to refining daily habits. He opens up about his struggles with addiction—not to substances, but to sexual fantasy and dissociation—and how his healing journey has transformed his relationship with pleasure and intimacy. The conversation delves into the neuroscience of addiction, the connection between sex and substance abuse, and why Ibogaine may be an important tool for treating compulsive behaviors. Eamon also shares a profound encounter with another guest at Beond, highlighting the universal nature of the father wound in masculinity. </p><p>Eamon Armstrong is a writer, speaker, and the producer of Ibogaine Uncovered. He also hosts Life is a Festival, The Psychedelic Therapy Podcast, and You Like It, exploring themes of healing, consciousness, and personal transformation. With a background in festival culture, masculinity, and psychedelic therapy, Eamon’s work is dedicated to breaking stigmas and fostering authentic conversations around mental health, addiction, and growth. His upcoming book dives into his own healing journey, exploring sex addiction, fantasy, and the role of psychedelics in reclaiming masculinity.</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps</p><ul> <li>(01:43) Eamon's Healing Journey</li> <li>(06:01) Insights from Ibogaine</li> <li>(07:33) Challenges of Sexual Addiction</li> <li>(09:18) Cognitive Enhancement and Brain Rejuvenation</li> <li>(16:58) The Universality of Addiction</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Links</p><ul> <li><a href="https://www.eamonarmstrong.com/">Eamon Armstrong</a>’<a href="https://www.eamonarmstrong.com/">s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/eamonarmstrong/?hl=en">Eamon Armstrong (@eamonarmstrong)</a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4EwQuHTOIDB2HzZ1uljFPn">The Psychedelic Therapy Podcast</a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4bkfrNyRyB1BcAvRHlA3KA">Life is a Festival Podcast</a></li> <li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/you-like-it/id1793597917">You Like It Podcast</a></li></ul>
January 23, 2025
<p>Ian McCall is a former UFC fighter, retired MMA world champion, and psychedelic research advocate championing alternative treatments for athletes through his organization, Athletes Journey Home. Ian’s journey with psychedelics has been driven by his battle with traumatic brain injury and addiction, which manifested after more than a decade of professional fighting. He credits psychedelics for his successful recovery from more than a decade of dependence on pain medication. Today, Ian spends his time as a performance coach and mentor, often cornering other professional athletes and assisting them on their own path to healing. In this episode, Ian also shares how a recent experience with ibogaine helped him overcome ketamine misuse, a problem affecting an increasing number of visitors to Beond. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What We Discuss</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Ian's journey as a professional MMA fighter and the personal challenges he faced during his career</p> </li> <li><p>Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and its impact on athletes in combat sports</p> </li> <li><p>Ian's transition from traditional treatments to exploring psychedelics for TBI and addiction recovery</p> </li> <li><p>A deep dive into Ian's Ibogaine experience, including its challenges and profound insights</p> </li> <li><p>How Ibogaine works on the NMDA receptor and its role in repairing damage from ketamine misuse</p> </li> <li><p>Ian's personal realization about overcoming fear and embracing vulnerability during his healing journey</p> </li> <li><p>The potential for psychedelics like Ibogaine to support neurogenesis and long-term recovery</p> </li> <li><p>Ian's approach to helping others with TBI, addiction, and trauma, including the tools and therapies he employs</p> </li> <li><p>The challenges and barriers in treating TBI and supporting recovery in athletes and others</p> </li> <li><p>Ian's vision for the future of TBI treatment and the role of psychedelics in holistic healing</p> <p><br></p> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Why It’s Important</strong></p> <p>This episode offers an intimate look at Ian McCall's transformation from a professional MMA fighter to a passionate advocate for psychedelic healing. By addressing the complexities of Traumatic Brain Injury and addiction recovery, Ian shares invaluable insights into the potential of psychedelics like Ibogaine to foster profound healing. Whether you're an athlete, a healthcare professional, or someone interested in alternative therapies, this episode provides a compelling narrative on resilience, innovation, and the future of mental and physical recovery. Tune in to learn how Ian's experiences can inspire and guide others on their healing journeys.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Relevant Links</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ianmccall/?hl=en">Ian McCall Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://athletesjourneyhome.com/">Athletes Journey Home</a></li> <li><a href="https://themccallmethod.com/">The McCall Method (Integration coaching with Ian)</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/2500572/ian-mccall">Ian McCall’s fight stats</a><br></li> </ul>
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