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The Gen Mess with TessWhy You Feel Empty Despite Accomplishing EverythingThis episode examines what it takes to heal when talk therapy and medication are not reaching the root cause. Neil Markey, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats and a former U.S. Army Ranger who completed three combat deployments, shares how unresolved PTSD brought him to meditation and professionally facilitated psychedelic experiences, and how that personal path became a professional one.
Tess and Neil explore why high-achieving professionals often feel empty despite accomplishing everything on paper, how trauma is stored in the body rather than just the mind, and why psilocybin retreats are gaining serious traction from...
2026-10-1452 min
The Jim Polito ShowDaily Best of, 9-2-26On Tuesday's episode of the show, Jim discusses the primary election results, and whether it means anything for the upcoming midterm, general election. National Correspondent Rory O'Neil talks about the Lindsey Clancy trial. Jim later addresses a controversy regarding Brian Shortsleeve, now former candidate for governor on the republican side. Jim also talks about senator Ed Markey, and why Jim believes, Markey won a third straight primary.
2026-09-0245 min
The Midlife ChrysalisHow Psilocybin Can Change Your Life After 40 | Neil MarkeyCould one guided psychedelic experience transform the way you think, feel, and live?In this episode of The Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley speaks with Neil Markey, CEO of Beckley Retreats, former Army Ranger captain, McKinsey consultant, and Harvard public health student, about the growing role of psilocybin in personal transformation and mental well-being.Together, they explore:Why midlife may be the ideal time for a psychedelic experience.What really happens during a professionally guided psilocybin retreat.Why preparation and integration are just as important as the experience itself...
2026-08-1055 min
The Mike Wagner ShowNashville award-winning singer/songwriter Markey Blue with the Ric Latina Project!Nashville award-winning singer/songwriter Markey Blue talks about the Ric Latina Project with fellow partner Ric Latina featuring “Send Me Love” plus “Cash is Always King”, “So Much With You”, “I’ll Wait For You” and more! Markey and Ric have worked with Bob Hope, Waylon Jennings, Frank Sinatra and Neil Young, featured in numerous publication and penned numerous songs from TV shows, indie films and the Emmy award-winning documentary “Songbirds” plus share the stories behind the music and careers and more! Check out the amazing Markey Blue Ric Latina project on all platforms and www.markeybluericlatina.com today! #markeyblue #riclatina...
2026-07-0130 min
The Mike Wagner ShowNashville award-winning singer/songwriter Markey Blue talks about the Ric Latina Project!Nashville award-winning singer/songwriter Markey Blue talks about the Ric Latina Project with fellow partner Ric Latina featuring “Send Me Love” plus “Cash is Always King”, “So Much With You”, “I’ll Wait For You” and more! Markey and Ric have worked with Bob Hope, Waylon Jennings, Frank Sinatra and Neil Young, featured in numerous publication and penned numerous songs from TV shows, indie films and the Emmy award-winning documentary “Songbirds” plus share the stories behind the music and careers and more! Check out the amazing Markey Blue Ric Latina project on all platforms and www.markeybluericlatina.com today! #markeyblue #riclatina...
2026-07-0138 min
The Mike Wagner ShowNashville award-winning singer/songwriter Markey Blue with the Ric Latina Project!Nashville award-winning singer/songwriter Markey Blue talks about the Ric Latina Project with fellow partner Ric Latina featuring “Send Me Love” plus “Cash is Always King”, “So Much With You”, “I’ll Wait For You” and more! Markey and Ric have worked with Bob Hope, Waylon Jennings, Frank Sinatra and Neil Young, featured in numerous publication and penned numerous songs from TV shows, indie films and the Emmy award-winning documentary “Songbirds” plus share the stories behind the music and careers and more! Check out the amazing Markey Blue Ric Latina project on all platforms and www.markeybluericlatina.com today! #markeyblue #riclatina #nashville...
2026-07-0138 min
来日方长Longevity Digest #60: 过滤咖啡、石榴汁与萝卜硫素 - 真正实用的长寿策略只需在每天早晨使用滤纸冲泡咖啡，就有机会显著降低促进动脉斑块形成的 LDL 胆固醇；而饮用富含多酚的石榴汁，则能够滋养有益的 Akkermansia 肠道菌群，帮助改善血脂并降低全身性炎症。 为了抵御身体和认知能力的衰退，你可以尝试双任务训练（Dual-Tasking）- 将身体活动与脑力活动同时进行，以增强“认知储备”；同时练习著名的 “老人测试（Old Man Test）” - 单脚站立穿鞋，以维持动态平衡能力并降低跌倒风险。最后，通过每天在迷你蹦床（Rebounder） 上轻跳几分钟，帮助身体更快清除压力激素；再利用 “如果—那么（If-Then）计划法” 建立稳定的睡眠习惯，你将能够有效改善代谢健康，并有望降低整体死亡风险。We listen to a wide range of health and longevity podcasts every week and highlight practical insights - supported by personal stories and clinical studies - so you know where to explore further.May-27, Dr. Leslie John, The Psychological Cost of Holding..., Model HealthMay-27, Your Brain on Tech, Century LivesMay-27, Matthew Hussey, The #1 Dating Mistake Keeping You..., On PurposeMay-27, Dr. Julia Haffner, Your Labs Say You're Fine! Why..., Everyday WellnessMay-27, Angelo Keely, Fat Loss Gets Easier When You..., Genius LifeMay-27, Joel Kinnaman, Fear Shame and the Fight to Get..., School of GreatnessMay-27, Will Harlow, Why Aging Doesn't Mean Declining, Well Beyond 40May-27, Bedtime Procrastination, Matt WalkerMay-27, Dr. Sharon Malone, Millions of Women Stopped Taking..., Dr. HymanMay-27, Sebene Selassie, Stop Being Hijacked By Anxiety..., 10% HappierMay-27, Dr. Jeremy London, This Doctor's Heart Attack Was A..., Dhru PurohitMay-26, Dan Sullivan, The Power of Mindset in an..., MoonshotsMay-26, Dr. Taz Bhatia, Why Mitochondria Matter Preventing..., Longevity...
2026-05-3016 min
Wei's Longevity NotesLongevity Digest #60: Filtered Coffee, Pomegranate Juice, and Sulforaphane: Practical Longevity That WorksBy simply filtering your morning coffee, you can drastically lower plaque-driving LDL cholesterol, while drinking polyphenol-rich pomegranate juice nourishes beneficial Akkermansia gut bacteria to help control lipids and reduce systemic inflammation. You can actively protect against physical and cognitive decline by dual-tasking (combining physical and mental exercises) to build cognitive reserve, and by practicing the "Old Man Test" (putting your shoes on while balancing on one leg) to preserve your dynamic balance and prevent life-threatening falls. Finally, regulating your nervous system by rebounding on a mini-trampoline to quickly flush out stress hormones, and using "If-Then" planning to secure a...
2026-05-3024 min
Health Longevity SecretsThe Army Ranger Who Found Magic Mushrooms Save Lives — Neil Markey (Beckley Retreats)What if the same symptoms we see in combat veterans — the broken sleep, the irritability, the brain fog — were already quietly spreading through the healthiest, highest-performing people you know?In this episode of Health Longevity Secrets, Robert Lufkin MD sits down with Neil Markey — a former US Army Special Operations captain from the 75th Ranger Regiment turned McKinsey consultant, now the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats and a Harvard Chan School student researching psychedelic-assisted integrated health. Neil walks us through his own journey out of post-combat trauma, the neuroscience of why psilocybin opens...
2026-05-2648 minThe Jim Polito ShowJim Polito Show Daily Best of 5-15-26On Freestyle Friday, Jim talks about President Trump's recent Visit to China, and how he feels the left, is criticizing, the president for the president Demeanor towards Chinese President Xi-JinPing. National Correspondent Rory O' Neil talks about the upcoming world cup games, and how much you will pay for the tickets. But also who is coming to preform on the halftime show. Later Jim speaks one on one with likely Republican challenger to Sen Ed Markey, John Deaton. Jim also speaks with you on your calls!
2026-05-1544 min
Radical Responsibility PodcastNeil Markey | Integrity Over Profit: The New Rule for Psychedelic HealingNeil Markey went from leading Rangers in combat to leading psychedelic retreats in Jamaica. The transition wasn't clean. Depression, PTSD, and a divorce during his MBA forced him underground, where he found psilocybin and meditation. Now as CEO of Beckley Retreats, he's wrestling with a question the entire psychedelic movement faces: how do you scale something sacred without breaking it?This conversation doesn't romanticize the work. Neil talks candidly about the 2-3% of guests who destabilize post-retreat, the ego inflation that can infect facilitators, and why he screens out severe PTSD cases even though he's a veteran himself...
2026-05-1250 minThe Jim Polito ShowJim Polito Show Daily Best Of 4-9-26On thirsty Thursday, Jim talks about the Senator Ed Markey, and Jim believes that the Democrats are committing treason. Jim also talks on the Iran war, National Correspondent Rory O' Neil talks about when the latest NASA mission will splash down back on earth. Later, Jim explains how reckless the Democrats are being, and Jim also takes your calls!
2026-04-0943 min
Light Up Your MetabolismHow a Psilocybin Retreat Reset my Nervous System & Improved my Blood Sugar with Neil Markey | Episode 300In this episode, Dani shares one of the most transformative experiences of her life: attending a psilocybin retreat with .She is joined by Neil Markey, CEO and co-founder of Beckley Retreats, who explains how psychedelic-assisted programs are helping people process trauma, reconnect with themselves, and build healthier habits.Dani also opens up about her own journey during the retreat, including unexpected emotional breakthroughs, confronting perfectionism and self-judgment, and discovering a deeper sense of self-acceptance.Together they explore how psilocybin, meditation, breathwork, and community can create powerful shifts in the nervous system, mental health...
2026-03-1857 min
Entrepreneurs In Recovery107: Neil Markey | Why Psychedelic Therapy Must Go Beyond Symptom ReliefWant To Watch Entrepreneurs In Recovery?Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@jesseharless I sit down with Neil Markey to explore military service, trauma, meditation, and the growing role psychedelic-assisted experiences can play in healing and human transformation. What really stood out to me in this conversation is how clearly Neil explains that the medicine is not the whole story. It’s the preparation, integration, daily practices, and nervous system work that help turn insight into lasting change.Neil Markey is the CEO and co-founder of Beckley Ret...
2026-03-1054 min
Change Your Mind with Kris AshleyFrom War to Oneness: One Soldiers Path to Healing PTSD with Psychedelics with Neil MarkeyNEIL MARKEY is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, where he struggled with depression and PTSD. This led him to explore mindfulness and psychedelics as part of his healing journey. Prior to Beckley, he was Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio company and a consultant at McKinsey & Co. Neil be...
2026-01-201h 00
PsylenciaMediaFrom Battlefield to Beckley with Neil MarkeyS1E5: From Battlefield to Beckley: Neil Markey on Psychedelics, PTSD, and Purpose
Join host Jim Tate and his guest Neil Markey, Co‑Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, to uncover how their immersive, legally sanctioned five‑night psilocybin retreats in Jamaica (and truffle retreats in the Netherlands) combine artisanal ritual, high‑caliber safety standards, and group dynamics for transformational experiences.
2026-01-1527 min
NHL Wraparound Podcast1994 Rangers 30 Years Later: Players, Media & Fans Reflect on Stanley Cup Legacyhe final episode of our 1994 Rangers series celebrates three decades of memories and impact. Hear from team members like John Davidson calling it "a roadmap for life," Glenn Healy on family sacrifice for getting a last name on the Cup, and Steve Larmer on incredible teammates. Barry Meisel shares his Daily News coverage balancing fan and reporter, while fans reveal how the championship changed their lives - from holding up 1-year-olds to fighting cancer to selling season tickets. This is how 1994 became forever, touching everyone from MSG employees to dentists to fans who waited 54 years. Neil Smith reflects on...
2026-01-101h 08
Eric's Psychedelic Breakfast043: Neil MarkeyNeil Markey, founder of Beckley Retreats, Joins Eric's Psychedelic Breakfast! Find more info about the retreats on their website: beckleyretreats.com
2025-12-1044 min
Doing CX Right: Scaling Business Revenue & Winning Customer HeartsBest Leadership Advice: 200th Doing CX Right Podcast HighlightsWhat's the best leadership advice you've ever received or given? For her 200th episode of Doing CX Right, host Stacy Sherman shares a curated collection of the most memorable and actionable leadership wisdom from the show's renowned guests. Consider this a masterclass in leading with influence, featuring insight you can apply immediately to boost both your business growth and your personal development. You'll hear powerful lessons from leaders like Seth Godin, Daniel Pink, Jeanne Bliss, Fred Reichheld, Shep Hyken, Daniel Goleman, Mark Schaefer, and many others. Their brief insights here reveal the advice that shaped their success and their approach...
2025-12-0148 min
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse TysonAGI, Immortality, & Visions of the Future with Adam BeckerAre we making science fiction a reality? Is that a good thing? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, & Gary O’Reilly and guest Adam Becker, science communicator and author of More Everything Forever, discuss sci-fi dreams, tech-bro promises, and the real science shaping our tomorrow.NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free.Thanks to our Patrons Jeremiah Washington, Lawrence Burr, PAscal, Melissa Lange, Noah Naccarato, christian lopez, Matthew Thomas Dunn, thalian, Morten Leirkjaer, Jonathan Markey, Expo, Heather, Brandon G, S Gr, carwingo, Neil, Micheal Rogerson, Torgeir Sundet, Nina (aka HelloDaydream) Scott Polaske, Christopher Br...
2025-11-2853 min
Papa Bear HikesFinding Your Way Back: Neil Markey on Healing, Resilience, and Life After BurnoutGuest Neil Markey joins host Martin for a grounded conversation about mental wellbeing, resilience, and the realities of finding calm after high-pressure lives. A former Army Ranger who later entered the corporate world as a McKinsey executive, Neil speaks openly about post-combat PTSD, burnout, and the long path toward rebuilding a workable inner life. He describes how these experiences led him to Beckley Retreats, a legal psilocybin program that integrates modern research with meditation, mindful movement, and intentional time outdoors.The episode explores the challenges of high-functioning burnout, the limits of performance culture, and the struggle veterans...
2025-11-1726 min
Cricket FixesEpisode 12: Journeys to Purpose w/Neil MarkeyIn this episode of the Cricket Fixes Podcast, Cricket sits down with Neil Markey, Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, to explore how psychedelic-assisted retreats, meditation, and nervous system regulation can help you move from “I’m fine” to truly alive.Neil shares his powerful journey from Army Ranger and war veteran, to Columbia University, to high-pressure corporate work at McKinsey—where his mental health quietly unraveled—then into deep healing through meditation and professionally facilitated psychedelic experiences.Together, we talk about:Why you don’t have...
2025-11-1330 min
Bomb LifeFrom Combat to Consciousness with Neil Markey |297Today we welcome Neil Markey, the Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, a holistic wellbeing company that merges the science-backed benefits of psychedelics with contemplative practices to support lasting transformation. At Beckley, Neil is committed to building a business rooted in integrity both within the company and across the diverse communities it serves.In this episode, we discuss the extraordinary story of Neil, a former Captain of the U.S. Army’s Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion. His battle with PTSD and depression led him to explore mindfulness and psychedelics, marking the start of a transformative journey. Nei...
2025-11-0647 min
Therapy is Dope with Alicia and LauraS2E43: Psychedelics with Neil MarkeyIn this episode of Therapy Is Dope, I sit down with Neil Markey, CEO of Beckley Retreats, to explore the intersection of trauma, mindfulness, psychedelics, and personal transformation. We talk about what it really takes to heal — from cultivating discipline and connection to rediscovering our innate relationship with nature and self-awareness. Neil shares his journey from military trauma to meditation and the powerful lessons he’s learned about mindfulness, purpose, and growth along the way.If you’re curious about how psychedelics and contemplative practices can open the door to lasting change, this episode is a must-listen.#BeckleyRe...
2025-11-0554 min
Criminal Justice EvolutionMindfulness and Psychedelics For Trauma and PTSD with Neil MarkeyFormer Captain in the U.S. Army’s Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion and Beckley Retreats CEO Neil Markey joins Patrick to unpack how mindfulness and psychedelic-assisted practices can support healing from PTSD and trauma, how treatment is evolving, and why shared group experiences can make a difference.To learn more about Beckley Retreats, visit here.Criminal Justice EvolutionEpisode 744
2025-09-0332 min
Keep GoingKeep Going: From Combat and Burnout to Psychedelic Healing On the latest episode of Keep Going, I spoke with Neil Markey, CEO of Beckley Retreats, about how he went from combat deployments and corporate burnout to guiding people through psilocybin retreats in Jamaica and the Netherlands.Carrying Forward Amanda Feilding’s LegacyBeckley Retreats is the living continuation of Amanda Feilding’s work. For decades, Feilding ran the Beckley Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to psychedelic research and drug policy reform. She’s been called the hidden hand of the psychedelic renaissance — lobbying governments, funding research, and pushing for policy change long before the mainstream was read...
2025-08-2517 min
Wellness Pro ShowThe Psychedelic Path to Healing with Neil MarkeyAbout this episode: This episode explores the intersection of psychedelics, mindfulness, and leadership with Neil Markey—CEO of Beckley Retreats and former U.S. Army Captain. Join host Cate Stillman and Neil as they dive into the healing potential of plant medicine, the importance of integration, and how leaders can shift from fear-driven action to grounded, purposeful service. Key Takeaways: From combat to consciousness: How Neil's military service led to trauma, disconnection, and eventually a profound journey into meditation and psychedelics. The power of psychedelics: Why psilocybin and ayahuasca, when used with re...
2025-08-1350 min
Webdelics PodcastBreaking Down Elitism and Finding Healing with Psilocybin: Neil Markey’s JourneyWelcome to Webdelics, the podcast where we challenge myths and uncover the truth about plant medicine. In this episode, host Scott Mason sits down with Neil Markey—an Army Ranger turned corporate leader, entrepreneur, and plant medicine retreat facilitator—for a deeply personal conversation about elitism, burnout, and finding meaning beyond material success.
Neil shares his journey from humble beginnings to the upper echelons of academia and business, reflecting on the cultural pressures and emotional toll of chasing society’s definition of success. Together, Scott and Neil explore how environments of high achievement can create separation and unhappiness—not just for thos...
2025-07-0948 min
The Catherine Plano PodcastFrom War to Healing: The Power of Psychedelics to Unlock Growth, Resilience & Inner Peace with Neil MarkeyIn this soul-stretching episode, Catherine sits down with Neil Markey, former U.S. special operations commander turned psychedelic wellness visionary, to explore one of the most urgent and transformative frontiers in mental health: plant medicine.
After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, Neil returned home carrying the invisible wounds of war — anxiety, hypervigilance, and trauma that traditional therapy could not touch. What followed was a radical rebirth through meditation, psilocybin, and the deep inner work of integration.
Now, as co-founder of Beckley Retreats, Neil offers legal, research-informed psychedelic retreats in Jamaica and the Netherlands that fuse hi...
2025-05-2154 min
LIVE with The Famous Unshakeable™ Dr. ALLIVE with The Famous Dr AL and Neil MarkeyFrom Combat to Calm: Neil Markey on Healing, Meditation, and Purpose
Guest: Neil Markey, CEO & Co-Founder of Beckley Retreats
Overview:
In this episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Neil Markey, a former U.S. Army Special Operations Captain turned wellness entrepreneur. Neil shares his inspiring story of transformation—from leading missions in Iraq and Afghanistan to healing from PTSD and depression through mindfulness, meditation, and holistic practices. Now the CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil is on a mission to bring others the tools he discovered on his journey to...
2025-05-0221 min
Climate TalksThe politics of climate (in)actionRobyn Eckersley, Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne, Michael Gerrard, Andrew Sabin Professor of Professional Practice and Founder and Director, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law, Columbia Law School, and Neil Carter, Professor at the Department of Politics and International Relations, University of York join hosts Bek Markey-Towler and Cathy Oke, in the third episode of Season 5 of Climate Talks to talk about politics and climate action. The clip at the beginning of the episode is from Johan Rockström speaking for a TED talk, highlighting that many citizens want cli...
2025-04-3034 min
Courageous WellnessNeil Markey of Beckley Retreats On Psilocybin, Meditation, PTSD, and Community HealthAs co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic wellbeing. Neil was A Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, and had been deployed once to Iraq, and twice to Afghanistan. After returning, he was an MBA/ MIA masters student at Columbia University, and suffered from depression and PTSD. This led him to alternative wellbeing practices and marked the start of a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. Neil credits meditation and plant therapy with saving his life. A...
2025-04-021h 04
Podcast Archives | Psychedelics TodayNeil Markey – Beckley RetreatsIn this episode, Joe Moore sits down with Neal Markey, CEO of Beckley Retreats, to explore the transformative power of psychedelic retreats. Neal shares his personal journey from Army Ranger to consultant to leading one of the most respected psychedelic retreat organizations, detailing how meditation and psychedelic therapy helped him heal from trauma. The conversation […]
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2025-03-0400 minPodcast Archives | Psychedelics TodayNeil Markey – Beckley RetreatsIn this episode, Joe Moore sits down with Neal Markey, CEO of Beckley Retreats, to explore the transformative power of psychedelic retreats. Neal shares his personal journey from Army Ranger to consultant to leading one of the most respected psychedelic retreat organizations, detailing how meditation and psychedelic therapy helped him heal from trauma. The conversation […]
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2025-03-0400 min
Psychedelics TodayPT 588 - Neil Markey - Beckley Retreats Army Ranger to consultant to leading one of the most respected psychedelic retreat organizations, detailing how meditation and psychedelic therapy helped him heal from trauma. The conversation covers: Neal's military background and his path to psychedelics The mission and structure of Beckley Retreats, an offshoot of the Beckley Foundation How their retreats integrate meditation, preparation, and integration for long-lasting benefits The legal landscape of psilocybin in Jamaica and the Netherlands Challenges and lessons from running a psychedelic retreat business The future of psychedelics, from global access to potential federal policy...
2025-03-0458 min
The Aging Well PodcastHow Psychedelics Can Be an Answer to Healing, and Holistic Well-Being | Ep. 230Welcome to The Aging Well Podcast! In this enlightening episode, we explore the transformative journey of Neil Markey, co-founder, and CEO of Beckley Retreats. From serving as a captain in the U.S. Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion to becoming a passionate advocate for mindfulness and psychedelics, Neil's story is a testament to the power of holistic healing. He delves into the spiritual importance of wellbeing, the responsible use of psychedelics, and the groundbreaking work of Beckley Retreats. Tune in to discover how these practices can reshape our understanding of mental health and overall wellbeing.Learn more about...
2025-02-2359 min
Sandy K Nutrition - Health & Lifestyle QueenThe Secrets of Psychedelic Retreats & Everything You Want to Know About Magic Mushrooms with Neil Markey of Beckley Retreats - Episode 258Send me a text! I'd LOVE to hear your feedback on this episode!Important Links:To learn more about Beckley Retreats, go here:https://www.beckleyretreats.com/Join my Substack here:https://sandykruse.substack.com/Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. The Beckley Foundation has been instrumental in furthering psychedelic research and influencing policy, enabling access to safe, legal, and transformative psychedelic ceremonies. Neil is adamant that plant treatment and meditation were significant factors in preserving his life. After being a Captain in the US...
2025-02-171h 13
Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife: Asking for a FriendEp.143 Mindful Exploration: Psychedelics, Meditation & Retreats for Holistic Healing with Neil MarkeyIs there a way to tackle PTSD and depression beyond the confines of traditional treatment? What if you are seeking a stronger connectedness and spiritual growth in your life? Join us as we sit down with Neil Markey, the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, who shares his personal journey from a small town in Maryland to the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan. Neil opens up about his struggles with mental health and how a profound shift towards meditation and psychedelics helped him find a new path to healing. Through his story, we uncover the limitations of conventional treatments...
2025-02-1048 min
Real Things LivingFrom Combat to Healing: A Veteran's Journey with Neil MarkeyWhat if healing trauma, reducing stress, and enhancing well-being were possible through nature, meditation, and psychedelics?Neil Markey, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, shares his journey from military service to integrative wellness, exploring how psilocybin and holistic practices are transforming mental health.Main Takeaways:(1) Traditional pharmaceuticals aren't always the answer. Neil found more success with holistic approaches like meditation after struggling with conventional medications for his post-military challenges.(2) Psychedelic therapy, when done in controlled settings with proper guidance, shows promise for healing trauma and...
2025-02-0922 min
Self-Care Goddess Podcast#151 | Exploring Psychedelics, Meditation & Spirituality for YOUR Well-Being | Neil MarkeyOn the Self-Care Goddess Podcast episode #151, Neil Markey, founder of Beckley Retreats, shares insights on the integration of psychedelics, meditation, and spirituality for personal growth and healing. He reflects on his journey from military service and battling PTSD to discovering the transformative power of mindfulness and psychedelic experiences. Beckley Retreats, operating in Jamaica and the Netherlands, focuses on self-development rather than medical treatment, targeting professionals seeking deeper connection and personal transformation. Neil highlights the importance of preparation and integration to ensure lasting benefits from psychedelic experiences, while addressing potential risks and advocating for a safe, intentional approach.
2025-02-0259 min
AGEISTNeil Markey: From Spec Ops to Psychedelics for HealingNeil Markey, co-founder of Beckley Retreats, shares his journey from Army Ranger to leading advocate for psychedelics and mindfulness. Drawing from his own struggles with trauma and burnout in the service, Neil explains how meditation and professionally guided psychedelic experiences transformed his life. We discuss the benefits of neuroplasticity, emphasizing how intentional habits after transformative experiences can rewire our brains for long-term change. Whether you're seeking healing, self-improvement, or even a little adventure, Neil’s insights illuminate a path to deeper connection, clarity, and purpose.How long will you live? Take our quiz ...
2025-01-3045 min
Balance Your LifeHow a Psychedelic Retreat Can Heal PTSD, Depression and Anxiety with Former US Army Capitan and CEO of Beckley Retreats Neil MarkeyEpisode #249: This week on Balance Your Life podcast I am joined by Neil Markey. Neil is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and
an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, where he struggled with depression and PTSD. This led him to explore mindfulness and psychedelics as part of his healing journey.
On this episode we discuss wha...
2025-01-2058 min
Happiness Journey with Dr Dan: Where every journey is worth living.Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 25 Ep 8: Special Guest and discussing about the benefits of psychadelics, Neil MarkeyNeil, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, is passionate about promoting the science-backed benefits of psychedelics and contemplative practices to support
holistic well-being. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, he served in Iraq
and Afghanistan before pursuing dual master’s degrees at ColumbiaUniversity, where he confronted depression and PTSD. This sparked a profound healing journey with
mindfulness and psychedelics.
Previously, Neil served as Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio and worked at McKinsey & Co., co-leading its mindfulness program. He credits
meditation and plant-based therapies with saving his life an...
2024-12-1429 min
Different thinking for Different Time - Mindset Change and Thought LeadershipDifferent Thinking for Different Times - Season 5 Episode 30In this episode, my guest Neil Markey talks about his work today as co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world's only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom tradition. In his work, Neil is helping those with PTSD, depression, and anxiety find relief using therapy and psychedelics. Small-minded thinkers would reject this work without looking at the evidence that it does help many people find relief from trauma.
Limitless thinkers do not make others wrong who find relief in this kind of unorthodox treatment.
2024-11-2644 min
MAX AfterburnerEp. 115 - Transforming Trauma: Neil Markey's Journey from Battlefield to Mindfulness and Psychedelics
In this episode of MAX Afterburner, Whiz sits down with Neil Markey, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. Neil shares his journey from serving as a Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, to overcoming depression and PTSD during his time as a Columbia University graduate student. This struggle sparked a profound healing journey through mindfulness and psychedelics, which Neil now champions as tools for holistic well-being. Neil talks about finding a meditation practice which led to psychedelic assisted therapy. As a passionate advocate for plant-based therapies, Neil discusses the...
2024-11-191h 02
MAX AfterburnerEp. 115 - Transforming Trauma: Neil Markey's Journey from Battlefield to Mindfulness and PsychedelicsIn this episode of MAX Afterburner, Whiz sits down with Neil Markey, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. Neil shares his journey from serving as a Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, to overcoming depression and PTSD during his time as a Columbia University graduate student. This struggle sparked a profound healing journey through mindfulness and psychedelics, which Neil now champions as tools for holistic well-being. Neil talks about finding a meditation practice which led to psychedelic assisted therapy. As a passionate advocate for plant-based therapies, Neil discusses the...
2024-11-191h 02
Warriors Unmasked164. Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery with Neil MarkeyIn this week's episode of Warriors Unmasked, Chuck Thuss sits down with Neil Markey, a former Captain in the U.S. Army Special Operations and now the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. Neil's journey from a soldier in Iraq and Afghanistan to a leader in the field of mindfulness and psychedelics for healing is an inspiring story of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. Through personal struggles with depression and PTSD, Neil discovered the power of meditation, mindfulness, and psychedelic therapy, which eventually led him to create Beckley Retreats—an innovative program designed to help individuals find peace, purpose, and he...
2024-11-1252 min
Pharmacy Podcast NetworkProtecting Your Family Against the Ongoing Impact of Chemical Toxins with David Steinman | Holistic Pharmacy PodcastToday’s guest takes a holistic approach to healing body, mind and soul through an unconventional journey with plant medicine. Whether or not you come from a health background, tune in to learn how improved wellbeing is possible with the safe use of psychedelics Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, where...
2024-11-0946 min
Pharmacy Podcast NetworkProtecting Your Family Against the Ongoing Impact of Chemical Toxins with David Steinman | Holistic Pharmacy PodcastToday’s guest takes a holistic approach to healing body, mind and soul through an unconventional journey with plant medicine. Whether or not you come from a health background, tune in to learn how improved wellbeing is possible with the safe use of psychedelics
Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions.
A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan befor...
2024-11-0946 min
MindHack#076 Neil Markey: How Psychedelics Transformed My Life A Journey of HealingIn this episode, we dive into the transformative potential of psychedelics as a tool for self-healing and well-being. Our guest, Neil Markey, CEO and co-founder of Beckley Retreats, shares his remarkable journey from military service and high-pressure corporate environments to discovering mindfulness and psychedelics as powerful catalysts for change. Learn how Neil’s experiences have shaped his approach to mental health, and how Beckley Retreats integrates scientific research with ancient wisdom to offer profound healing experiences. Whether you're curious about the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics or seeking practical steps for your own well-being, this episode provides valuable insights into ha...
2024-10-1051 min
LifeBloodUnderstanding Psilocybin with Neil MarkeyLifeBlood: We talked about the benefits of psilocybin, what it is and does, who it benefits, what it replaces and what it doesn’t, how perceptions about it have evolved, and what the future holds, with Neil Markey, Former Army Captain, and CoFounder and CEO of Beckley Retreats.
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2024-10-0923 min
The Holistic Pharmacy PodcastS07E18 - Harnessing Psychedelics for Improved Wellbeing with Neil MarkeyToday’s guest takes a holistic approach to healing body, mind and soul through an unconventional journey with plant medicine. Whether or not you come from a health background, tune in to learn how improved wellbeing is possible with the safe use of psychedelics
Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions.
A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, wher...
2024-09-2746 min
Zero To Travel PodcastAri Shaffir on Life as a Professional Comedian, Unfiltered Travel, and Embracing the UnexpectedHow do both comedy and travel help you embrace the unexpected?Comedian Ari Shaffir is best known for his 2 Netflix specials, 2 Comedy Central specials, and for hosting Comedy Central’s weekly storytelling series, This Is Not Happening. He was also a regular panelist on @Midnight and Conan. Ari is the host of the podcast Skeptic Tank and has recently released a new podcast called You Be Trippin,’ where he interviews real folks about their messed up disasters and memorable travel experiences. Ari shares stories of his time on tour, and we talk about his philosophy of embr...
2024-09-171h 19
The Super Human LifeHow To Lose Your Mind With Meditation & Psychedelics w/ Neil Markey | Ep. 269In episode 269 of The Super Human Life, host Frank Rich interviews CEO & co-founder of Beckley Retreats, Neil Markey. Neil discusses the importance of disconnecting from an overactive mind and being present in the moment. He shares his personal journey of learning to lose his mind and the impact it had on his life. Neil explains the connection between the mind and the nervous system, highlighting the effects of chronic stress and trauma. He emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to healing, including meditation, psychedelic therapy, and lifestyle changes. Neil provides practical tips for starting a meditation practice and...
2024-09-161h 05
The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Divorce Recovery, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully, Finding Purpose229 🌟 Healing Through Psychedelics: Neil Markey on Science, Spirituality, and TransformationIn this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Neil Markey, the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world's only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research.
Neil's journey from serving as a captain in the US Army to overcoming depression and PTSD through mindfulness and psychedelics is nothing short of inspiring. Neil shares his insights on the powerful synergy between science and spirituality, and the transformative potential of psychedelics and meditation.
He delves into his personal journey, discussing how a mindfulness course for bu...
2024-09-1241 min
Happiness Solved336. From the Battlefield to Beckley Retreats: Neil Markey’s Transformative JourneyHappiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Neil Markey. Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, dedicated to promoting the science-backed benefits of psychedelics and holistic well-being. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, where he struggled with depression and PTSD. This led him to explore mindfulness and psychedelics as part of his healing journey. Prior to Beckley, he was Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio company and a consultant at McKinsey & Co. Neil...
2024-08-1439 min
The Horror ReturnsTHR - Ep. #420: Unwelcome (2023) & The Watchers (2024)This week, we are joined by filmmaker Douglas Downing III, writer/director of Death's Sonata, to talk about some recent Irish folk horror. Cool of the Week includes Devil in Ohio, Clipped, Closure, Property, and In a Violent Nature. Trailer is Alien: Romulus. The podcast spotlight shines on Homos on Haunted Hill. And we get feedback from Marcey Papandrea, Neil Lemoi, Kimberly Ashcraft, Ish Richard, JT Breeze, Jason Chapman, Markey Christopher Wilson, Susan Orchard, Brain Galloway, John Mark Graham, Cathy Gutkowska, Teresa Tinsley, Steve Warnick, and Paul Finch. Thanks for listening!
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2024-06-121h 29
Adapt or PerishTarzan (Ep. 136)In Episode 136 of Adapt or Perish, we’re heading to the jungle to spend some time with one of the pulpiest of pulp heroes: John Clayton II, Viscount Greystroke, better know as Tarzan of the apes! In this episode, we discuss: Edgar Rice Burroughs’ original 1912 serialized story and novel Tarzan of the Apes, the 1918 silent movie directed by Scott Sidney, and starring Elmo Lincoln, Enid Markey, and Madame Sul-Te-Wan Tarzan, the Ape Man, the 1932 movie directed by W.S. Van Dyke, written by Cyril Hume and Ivor Novello, and starring Johny Weissmuller, Maureen O’Sullivan, Neil Hamilt...
2024-04-022h 42
RARE SENSE22. Psilocybin and HealingNeil Markey is the CEO of Beckley Retreats, a company that uses psilocybin to help heal people. Their program includes a four-week virtual preparation phase, a five-night on-location retreat in Jamaica or the Netherlands, and a six-week integration phase. I actually participated in their inaugural offering in late 2021. If you want to hear about my personal experience there, you can listen to Episode 9 of the RARE SENSE Podcast with Jon Macaskill and Will Schneider. I thought the program was exceptionally well-designed and executed, and I spoke more about my reflections in this interview.Neil was a Captain...
2024-03-231h 06
Health Power: The OG Health Podcast & Dog-Eared PodcastEP #1299: How Using Psychedelics Mindfully for Self-Care Can Unlock Your Potential For Better Mental HealthSend us a textSummary:In this conversation, Lisa Davis interviews Neil Markey, the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, about the science-backed benefits of psychedelics. Neil shares his personal interest in psychedelics and how they have helped him with his mental health. He discusses the profound effects of psychedelics and how they can be used in conjunction with contemplative practices for personal, professional, and spiritual development. Neil emphasizes the importance of nature in psychedelic experiences and the need for post-retreat support and habit change. He also addresses the legal status of psychedelics and the potential...
2024-02-1938 min
REVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE'DEVO: THE MEN WHO MAKE THE MUSIC' w/ Dave Markey (Pt 1 of 2) This week, we present the first of our two-part episode with filmmaker, musician, and photographer DAVE MARKEY (‘1991: The Year Punk Broke,' ‘Lovedolls Superstar,’ Painted Willie on SST records) about 'the change our lives forever' videotape for both of us: DEVO’s ‘The Men Who Make The Music.’ We discuss how Devo has been the most influential influence on our life and creative work, getting picked on for liking DEVO and pushing back, Neil Young working with the band, the proper way to say Boojie Boy, Devo’s video director (Chuck Statler) singular style and use of non-actors, the concept of selling o...
2024-02-1559 min
CogNationEpisode 53: Beckley Retreats CEO Neil Markey on guided psychedelic retreats
Neil Markey, a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, used meditation for years to deal with depression and PTSD. He is currently CEO of Beckley Retreats, a group that runs retreats to Jamaica and the Netherlands for guided psychedelic experiences. He talks about his path from the military to consulting to his work with Beckley, how guided psychedelic retreats are run (including work to prepare in advance, as well as to integrate after), and how he envisions the future of psychedelics for both treatment of disorders and for enhancing quality of life for those without disorders.Special Guest...
2023-12-2256 minZero To Travel PodcastHow to Craft Transformative Retreats (For Yourself or Others) With Nina ButlerHow can you use travel as an intentional tool for growth? Today, I’m joined by Nina Butler to learn about retreat planning and how you can create transformational travel experiences for yourself as a solo traveler or as a facilitator for a group.Figuring out how to harness the power of travel to transform is what Nina Butler does best. She went from a high school dropout to working and sailing around the globe on private yachts at 16 to eventually getting a Ph.D. in philosophy. She became a yoga instructor and launched her retreat business, In...
2023-12-171h 35
The Economics of Everyday Things25. Private JetsExecutives shell out millions of dollars for the privilege of flying private — but that convenience comes at a steep cost to the rest of us. Zachary Crockett prepares for takeoff. RESOURCES:"High Flyers 2023: How Ultra-Rich Private Jet Travel Costs the Rest of Us and Burns Up the Planet," by Chuck Collins, Omar Ocampo, and Kalena Thomhave (joint report by The Patriotic Millionaires and the Institute for Policy Studies, 2023)."French Green MPs Want to Ban Private Jet Flights, to 'Bring the Rich Back Down to Earth,'" by Stéphane Mandard (Le Monde, 2023)."Markey, Velázquez Announce Legislation to Make the Rich...
2023-11-1317 min
The Economics of Everyday Things25. Private JetsExecutives shell out millions of dollars for the privilege of flying private — but that convenience comes at a steep cost to the rest of us. Zachary Crockett prepares for takeoff. RESOURCES:"High Flyers 2023: How Ultra-Rich Private Jet Travel Costs the Rest of Us and Burns Up the Planet," by Chuck Collins, Omar Ocampo, and Kalena Thomhave (joint report by The Patriotic Millionaires and the Institute for Policy Studies, 2023)."French Green MPs Want to Ban Private Jet Flights, to 'Bring the Rich Back Down to Earth,'" by Stéphane Mandard (Le Monde, 2023)."Markey, Velázquez...
2023-11-1317 min
SofielandPsychedelic Retreats with Neil MarkeyWelcome to Sofieland, a talk show podcast where I find the people who exist at the place where all my interests intersect. Together, we'll dive into talks about creativity, psychedelics, travel, pop culture, and more.In this episode, I talk to Neil Markey, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, about the psychedelic retreat container, managing expectations, psychedelic facilitator requirements and the future of these retreats in America. Please note that the audio wasn't perfect in this episode. Unfortunately, the lav microphones I purchased ended up being not so great. Please bear with me as Sofieland continues to...
2023-07-0622 min
Trip On ThisArmy Ranger Veteran to Jamaican Mushroom Retreats w/ Beckley Retreats CEO Neil Markey | TOT Ep 67Neil Markey is the CEO & Co-Founder of the Beckley Retreats in Jamaica. As an Army Ranger Veteran, Neil takes us through his time in the military, moving into the corporate world and how he ultimately met Amanda Fielding to co-create the Beckley Retreats.
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2023-06-2049 min
The Tony Wrighton PodcastPsychedlic Adventures: Unearthing the Potential of Altered States for Healing feat. Neil Markey #439Dive headfirst into the captivating world of psychedelics with Neil Markey. Neil joins us from Jamaica where he holds psychedelic retreats. From the science-backed benefits to the transformative healing potential, we're pulling back the curtain on mind-altering substances today. Expect practical wisdom, intriguing insights, and, as always, a healthy dose of zest. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough. 👉 BENEFITS of my favourite Magnesium supplement 👈 Promotes healthy sleep - fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and have more peaceful nights Support stress management - boost energy and...
2023-06-1235 min
The Trauma TherapistEpisode 732: From Special Operations to Healing with Psychedelics with Neil MarkeyA Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil was deployed once to Iraq, and twice to Afghanistan. After, as an MBA/MIA masters student at Columbia University, he suffered from depression and PTSD. This led him to alternative wellbeing practices and marked the start of a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. As co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, He is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic wellbeing. At BR, he’s dedicated to building a business that operates with the utmost in...
2023-06-0829 min
MUD\WTR: Trends with Benefits#105 The Power of Psychedelic Retreats with Neil Markey (:macro)After his time as a US Army Ranger, Neil Markey underwent a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. He co-founded Beckley Retreats, a center that explores the power of psilocybin to improve our well-being. But Markey knows true health isn’t just a “one-and-done” experience. Markey emphasizes a holistic approach to healing that includes breathwork, meditation, integration practices and plenty of time in nature. His work offers hopeful possibilities to those struggling within the limits of mainstream medicine. Learn more about psychedelics for mental health: https://mudwtr.com/blogs/trends-with-benefits/berkeley-center-science-psychedelics-imran-khan Learn how to to star...
2023-04-1957 min
The Being Human Podcast with Richard Atherton#252 Mainstreaming Psilocybin - with Neil Markey> Sign Up For Our Newsletter: http://www.firsthuman.com/being-human-newsletter/
This week I speak with Neil Markey, a man with a remarkable story.
After serving in the US Army Rangers and doing three tours in Iraq and twice in Afghanistan, he was discharged suffering from depression and PTSD. This led him to alternative well-being practices and he began a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. Via the prestigious consulting firm McKinsey and a stint in private equity, he now leads healing retreats across Jamaica and the Netherlands.
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2023-04-1758 min
Psychedelics TodayPT400 – Neil Markey – Beckley Retreats: Combining Modern Science, Tradition, and Holistic WellnessIn this episode, Joe interviews the Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil Markey. Markey describes Beckley Retreats as comprehensive well-being programs, and talks about the importance of holistic wellness – that, while the retreats are centered around two group psilocybin experiences, the true benefits come from complementary factors: the four weeks of online prep and community building before the retreat, the six days in Jamaica surrounding the experiences, the six weeks of integration work after, and the depth of connections people find in the new community they may not have realized they needed so badly. He breaks dow...
2023-03-211h 06
POD256 | Bitcoin Mining, Freedom Tech, and Awesome Tangents011. State of the Network, News, Tangents, Home Miner of the Week, w/ Special Guest Neil RoninMinerDate: March 9, 2023Block Height: 780033Days until the halving: 416 according to https://www.bitcoinblockhalf.com/Stream Sats, Point Hash:Pick any Lincoin URL:a) stratum+tcp://NA.lincoin.com:3333b) stratum+tcp://EU.lincoin.com:3333c) stratum+tcp://LatAm.lincoin.com:3333d) stratum+tcp://CIS.lincoin.com:3333e) stratum+tcp://Asia.lincoin.com:3333f) stratum+tcp://OC.lincoin.com:3333g) stratum+tcp://Africa.lincoin.com:3333Then use "pod256.YourAlias" as the worker nameShout out to @_business_cat, @ChadFarrow, & @proofofworkbook for pointing us some hash this weekState of...
2023-03-111h 28
Appalachia Meets WorldAppalachia Meets World Episode 94 - ”Appalachian Lifestyles” (Camp) with Foster BrownIn this episode, Neil and Will sit down with naturalist and historical interpreter with the Cleveland Metroparks - Foster Brown. Foster and the Metroparks are having a summer camp in Northeast, OH titled - Appalachian Lifestyles Camp - for "hands on learning about the life and art of the Appalachian culture." As a camp dedicated to the Appalachian culture, taking place outside of Appalachia, Foster explains the purpose of the camp and how he developed a sincere appreciation for the cultural heritage of the region. Take a listen as he details what the campers will be doing to better un...
2023-03-0349 min
The Frommer's Travel ShowPsychedelic Retreats, Plus How to Get a Connecting Room in a HotelEpisode Notes
Juliana Shallcross discussed her recent Frommers.com article about how families of 5 and up can get appropriate lodgings for their groups. Then Neil Markey, Co-Founder of Beckley Retreats, a company that arranges holistic well-being retreats that involve the use of psilocybin, talked about the legalities of this type of trip, as well as their personal growth opportunities.
2023-02-1930 min
Flourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish KothariIntegrating Science and Spirituality with Neil MarkeyIs there a real divide between spirituality and science? Most of us tend to answer “Yes” to this question because we are used to seeing spirituality and science in conflict. Our guest today, Neil Markey, sees no divide between science and spirituality and he is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic well-being.Neil is a mathematician and the founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. Neil was a captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion and was deployed once to Iraq and twice...
2023-02-1445 min
Flourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish KothariNeil Markey | Integrating Science and SpiritualiIs there a real divide between spirituality and science? Most of us tend to answer “Yes” to this question because we are used to seeing spirituality and science in conflict. Our guest today, Neil Markey, sees no divide between science and spirituality and he is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic well-being.Neil is a mathematician and the founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats. Neil was a captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion and was deployed once to Ir...
2023-02-1445 min
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryMassachussetts Political Legend Tom O'Neill IIISend us a textTom O'Neill is a legendary political figure in his own right - operative, legislator, statewide official, government relations juggernaut - and is, of course, the eldest son of former US House Speaker Tip O'Neill. In this conversation, Tom talks early memories growing up in a political household, lessons from his father, time spent around figures like John Kennedy and Ted Kennedy, the ups and downs of his own political career, and great stories and insights as an observer and participant at the highest level of politics.IN THIS EPISODE
2023-01-0347 min
Tapped Into Psychedelics#14 - New Year, New You with Beckley Retreats and Neil MarkeySend us a textEditor's Note: The thoughts and opinions of the host and guests are their own. Discussion of the topics on this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice. Happy New Year Everyone! Joining us on the Pod today is Neil Markey, CEO and co-founder of Beckley Retreats. Neil is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic wellbeing. His work at Beckley Retreats is working towards bridging the latest scientific research with ancient wisdom traditions in order to create the richest possible...
2023-01-011h 03
GATEWAY SESSIONSElite Military Officer Utilizing Psychedelics to Heal PTSD, Depression and Anxiety (Neil Markey of Beckley Retreats)There are millions of people around the world who are looking for healing and wellbeing through psychedelics. And the emerging psychedelic wellness industry is looking to help and serve these people. What does it take to manage the daily routine of a psychedelic wellness venture? What are the biggest challenges and how do you establish safe protocols? How do you ensure proper integration and what are the key differences between a retreat and a clinical experience with psychedelics?Today's guest has answers to these questions.Neil Markey is the Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats...
2022-12-1647 min
The Cured CollectivePsilocybin Retreats with Neil Markey of Beckley RetreatsIn this episode of The Cured Collective Podcast, we sit down with Neil Markey, co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, to discuss the healing power of psilocybin. The Beckley Foundation is a charitable organization set up by Amanda Feilding in 1998 to initiate and carry out pioneering research into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, and to create a scientific base for global drug policy reform. Their aim is to harness the power of science in order to integrate psychoactive substances into society as safe and effective tools, to treat a broad range of health conditions and enhance wellbeing...
2022-12-0250 min
AfterSOFNeil Markey: Processing Trauma | AfterSOF Podcast #16In this AfterSOF episode Neil Markey, former Army Ranger and venture capitalist, joins Daniel and Patrick. The conversation journeys through military life and into entrepreneurship. Neil gives us a deep dive into entrepreneurial finances and emphasizes the importance of investing in yourself. Want to be a sponsor of the AfterSOF podcast? Email us at aftersof@gmail.com AfterSOF Website: https://aftersof.com/ Daniel Bell served as an Army medic for nine years, separating from the service in 2006. He deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, as a Special Operations Combat Medic, with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. As...
2022-11-091h 01
The Psychedelic PodcastNeil Markey - Holistic Psychedelic Retreats: Integrating Science & SpiritualityAs co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil Markey is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic wellbeing. At Beckley Retreats, he's dedicated to building a business that operates with the utmost integrity, both internally and across the many communities it will touch. For a full summary and show links, go here. Episode Highlights: The inspiration Neil draws from his involvement in his family business, Creative Metal Design. Neil's transformative journey from the US Army Special Operations to business, mindfulness and psychedelics. The evolution...
2022-08-291h 01
The Psychedelic Invest PodcastNeil Markey Offers Real Change in a Retreat SettingTo kick things off for season two, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil Markey.
As a Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil was deployed once to Iraq, and twice to Afghanistan. After, as an MBA/MIA master's student at Columbia University, he suffered from depression and PTSD. This led him to alternative well-being practices and marked the start of a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. Prior to Beckley Retreats, Neil worked as the Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio...
2022-08-2431 minThe Psychedelic Invest PodcastNeil Markey Offers Real Change in a Retreat SettingTo kick things off for season two, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil Markey.
As a Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil was deployed once to Iraq, and twice to Afghanistan. After, as an MBA/MIA master's student at Columbia University, he suffered from depression and PTSD. This led him to alternative well-being practices and marked the start of a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. Prior to Beckley Retreats, Neil worked as the Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio...
2022-08-2431 min
Men Talking MindfulnessMasculinity 2.0, Upgrade #3 The Magic in Magic Mushrooms and MenLet's talk with former Army Ranger and former McKinsey Consultant turned mindfulness and psychedelic aficionado, Beckley Retreat CEO, Neil Markey. In this episode we will cover magic mushrooms and masculinity...
- the science behind this all
- the benefits
- the SET and SETTING
and how this is all tied together!
More about Beckley Retreats here: https://www.beckleyretreats.com
Our first MTM joint experience with Psychedelics with Neil and Beckley Retreats:
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukE1OFDL46M
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2022-08-1151 min
The Veteran (Semi) ProfessionalEp. 157: 75th Ranger, MBA, McKinsey, and Private Equity to Psychedelics and Mindfulness with Neil MarkeySend us a textNeil has a story a lot of people will be interested in hearing: He was on THE path:- 75th Ranger Regiment- Columbia Business School- Working on a family business- McKinsey- Private EquityAnd then he realized he didn't like what he was doing anymore. That started him working on mindfulness and eventually using psychedelics to change his life. Neil is now the CEO and co-founder of Beckley Retreats which runs psychedelic-assisted healing events.
2022-08-1050 min
MycopreneurNeil Markey: Beckley RetreatsBeckley Retreats Co-Founder & CEO Neil Markey joins us on the Mycopreneur Podcast today to talk about the launch of the company's comprehensive psilocybin-assisted therapy retreats.Neil shares the trajectory of his extraordinary journey through multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan as a member of the U.S. military, on through his rise to C-level executive status in the corporate world, and through his eventual burn out and discovery of meditation and psychedelic-assisted healing modalities as a means of revitalizing his sense of purpose and direction in the world - which is eventually what led him to...
2022-06-2438 min
MycopreneurNeil Markey: Beckley RetreatsBeckley Retreats Co-Founder & CEO Neil Markey joins us on the Mycopreneur Podcast today to talk about the launch of the company's comprehensive psilocybin-assisted therapy retreats. Neil shares the trajectory of his extraordinary journey through multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan as a member of the U.S. military, on through his rise to C-level executive status in the corporate world, and through his eventual burn out and discovery of meditation and psychedelic-assisted healing modalities as a means of revitalizing his sense of purpose and direction in the world - which is eventually what led him to Co-Found...
2022-06-2438 min
Men Talking MindfulnessPsychedelics #2 with veterans Jesse Gould and Juliana MercerJoin Jon and Will as they discuss psychedelics with Heroic Hearts Project founder, former Army Ranger Jesse Gould, and Sabe Chief Experience Officer, Marine Corps veteran Juliana Mercer.
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Speaking of psychedelics! Will and I are joining former Army Ranger guest from our episode on Trust Neil Markey - at an upcoming 5 day entheogenic wellness retreat at the BEAUTIFUL Imiloa Institute in Costa Rica November 19-23. There are still spots available! We’d love to meet you there… we’ll drop the link in the comments here in a second. https://imiloainstitute.com/retreat/re...
2021-10-121h 20
Men Talking MindfulnessHow to Develop Trust with Former Army Ranger, Neil MarkeyJon and Will along with guest, former Army Ranger and McKinsey Consultant turned mindfulness teacher and CEO of evolutio, all meet up on Men Talking Mindfulness to discuss having your buddy’s back! What that truly means and how it’s tied into mindfulness! Estimated time stamps:
5:00 Neil leads Opening Grounding Practice
9:00 Will introduces topic - Defines Trust
11:00 Creating a sense of trust / bond (specifically in the military)
12:00 Trauma Bonding
13:30 Trusting others begins with trusting (believing in) yourself
16:30 The Trust Equation = (Credibility + Reliability + Intimacy) / Self Orientation
19:20 Vulnerability...
2021-08-171h 01
Behind The CurtainBlake BowdenMost recently Blake was seen playing Elder Price in the musical "The Book of Mormon" across Australia and New Zealand, a role for which in 2019 he was nominated for a Helpmann Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical.
Blake’s other recent leading roles include Perchik in Fiddler on the Roof (TML), Anthony Hope in Sweeney Todd (Victorian Opera), Edward Lyons in Blood Brothers (Enda Markey Presents), Anthony Pemberton in Beyond Desire (Neil Rutherford Productions) and Lt. Joseph Cable in South Pacific (Opera Australia/GFO).
In 2018 Blake produced and performed his solo show and released his debut EP “Blake Bowden...
2021-03-1427 min
Your Program Is Your TicketHome Fires BurningOn Episode 74 Of "Your Program Is Your Ticket" - "Home Fires Burning" - Our Guests Are “Home Fires Burning” Production Team Members Music Director Pat Haynish and Marketing/Production Experts Jill & Neil Markey Who Discuss The Origination And Development Of Their Inspired Theater-Focused Production Company. Don't Forget To Share And Subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-03-0544 min
Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by SpinnerBandana Blues #677 Spinner Walls Us In....show#677 02.05.17 Spinner Walls Us In !!! The Kabooms - Lets Do It from Get Up And Dance! - Strollers ! (2:02) Diane Durrett - Woohoo from Soul Suga Blooming Tunes Music (4:34) Beth Garner - Back Roads Freddie from Snake Farm 2017 The Music Of Nashville Label (3:02) John Ginty feat. Aster Pheonyx - Target on the Ground from Rockers 2017 American Showplace Music (5:15) Omar & the Howlers - Wall of Pride from Wall Of Pride 1988 CBS (3:14) Washington Squares - Walls (Polish Union Song) from The Washington Squares 1987 Gold Castle (5:25) Sir Douglas Quintet - D...
2017-02-052h 05
Transformative PrincipalInnovation Incubator with Jason Markey Anita Huffman and Meaghan O'Neil Transformative Principal 116
Leyden East High School Principal Jason Markey, assistant principal Anita Huffman and principal-to-be-current-special-education-teacher Meaghan O’Neil join me to talk about the
Assistant principal for Student Services - The importance of a title
Breakfast with students to support the new students coming in.
ACCESS Program - extra 25 minutes for freshman to help them get acclimated.
Hand-schedule students with ACCESS teacher so they have a single adult to
Learning2breathe study time for students to focus on mindfulness.
Teaching the whole child.
“Yes, And” thinking.
Giving kids the time and space to be creative.
Innovation incubator.
Disengaging from P...
2016-03-2022 min
Every WomanWomen Entrepreneurs / Charlotte O'Neil: Black Panther in ExileIn the first half of the show, we interview Michele Markey, Vice President of Kauffman FastTrac, a global provider of educational programs that equip aspiring and established entrepreneurs with the business skills and insights to start and grow successful businesses. Michele …
2016-02-2658 min
Every WomanWomen Entrepreneurs / Charlotte O’Neil: Black Panther in ExileIn the first half of the show, we interview Michele Markey, Vice President of Kauffman FastTrac, a global provider of educational programs that equip aspiring and established entrepreneurs with the […]
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2016-02-2658 min
Every WomanWomen Entrepreneurs / Charlotte O'Neil: Black Panther in ExileIn the first half of the show, we interview Michele Markey, Vice President of Kauffman FastTrac, a global provider of educational programs that equip aspiring and established entrepreneurs with the […] The post Women Entrepreneurs / Charlotte O'Neil: Black Panther in Exile appeared first on KKFI.
2016-02-2658 min
Tommy Armento (Wawa)TOMMY ARMENTO | JourneysThroughout my career I've been privileged playing some magical settings, but this mix is easily one of my favorite recordings as it captures a truly transcendent evening. Over the course of 6+ hours, you'll experience your own journey, from an expected and presumed point A to an elevated and heightened point B. What transpires is all up to you ...
Track listing:
[00:00:00] Daniel Sanchez - New Day
[00:08:00] Javier Penna, Cristian Poow - Illusion (original mix)
[00:13:09] Hercules & Love Affair - Blind (Frankie Knuckles remix)
[00:19:09] Martin Waslewski - Never Leave You
[00:24:12] Moloko - Sing It Back (Boris Musical mix)
[00:31:39] Sian - Dangerous Liaisons
[00:38:57] Patrick...
2015-12-106h 19
Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by SpinnerBandana Blues #561 Very Enjoyable Show!!!show#56110.12.14A very enjoyable show !!!Maria Muldaur - Get You Next To Me from Steady Love 2011 (4:38)Marcia Ball - Lazy Blues from The Tattooed Lady And The Alligator Man 2014 (4:22)Tommy Castro & The Painkillers feat. Magic Dick & The Holmes Brothers - Two Steps Forward from The Devil You Know 2014 (4:08)Medford Slim Band - Who's Gonna Play Me The Blues? from Come And Get It! 1994 (6:31)Gary Moore - Story of the Blues from After Hours 1992 (6:41)Sista Monica - Where is my Teddy(radio edit) from Sista Monica 1997 (3:49)Hurricane Ruth...
2014-10-121h 53