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Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 020: Client Anecdotes & RatesSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2025-04-081h 02Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 087: Joe's Birthday BashSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2025-02-251h 13Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkSync or Swim: Tales from the Technical TrenchesIn this episode, Joe Saponare and Jerry discuss dealing with common tech issues. Jerry shares his experience fixing his AirPods Pro charging problem, detailing his investigation and a strategy using contact cleaner. The conversation shifts to Synology updates, exploring the challenges of manually updating DSM firmware, and the discovery of missing auto updates. They also delve into the use of Unify's U7 Pro access points and troubleshooting Wi-Fi 7 signal issues, including tweaking the minimum RSSI settings for better connectivity. The hosts touch on email follow-up features in Apple Mail and share anecdotes about tech support challenges, giving practical advice...2025-02-111h 00Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkEmpowering Your Tech Business: Systems, Billing, and Client CommunicationIn this episode of Command Control Power, hosts Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss various strategies for improving business operations in the tech consultancy world. They cover topics such as the importance of automated billing, using ticketing systems, and switching to recurring revenue models. Joe talks about his decision to stop accepting checks and move to fully automated credit card payments, the advantages of using services like RepairShopper and Smith AI, and the benefits of having a systematic approach to client management. Jerry shares his thoughts on the effectiveness of keeping track of all internet service expenses and offers...2025-01-0758 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkCCP Holiday Message 2024A Holiday Message from Your Friends at CCP: Joe Saponare, Sam Valencia, & Jerry Zigmont2024-12-3106 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - Give Your Dough To The BakerSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-12-1052 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkInterview with Dr. Howard Oakley of The Eclectic Light CompanySam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-11-1246 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - Dante's Ring Of SonosSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-10-1548 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 325: Interview With John Moder of Crisp Solutions, LLCSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-09-1752 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 224: Interview With Christopher Holmes of Rooted Consulting & HCS Technology GroupSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-07-161h 03Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 366: Do You Think I'm An Idiot?Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-06-2536 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business Talk571: The ACEs 2024 Debrief We Never Knew We NeededIn this episode of Command Control Power, host Joe and co-hosts Sam and Jerry debrief the ACEs Conference 2024. The episode also touches on the various technologies and vendor booths that fascinated the hosts, including LionGuard and Halo PSA, as well as the different people they met and reconnected with. Sam's presentation on his MSP journey is highlighted alongside humorous moments and key takeaways. A special thanks to Justin Esgar for organizing a successful conference! Topics: Adam Engst delivered a thought provoking presentation about AI. A great list of patrons, friends, and fellow consultants...2024-06-1851 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 176: "Cat Videos Are Never Wasted, My Friend" with Tom Bridge Of Technolutionary, LLCThe CCP Team is joined by Tom Bridge, Partner at Technolutionary, IT services firm in Washington DC area Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-06-111h 02Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 467: Interview with Brian Best from BestMacs and Mac-MSP GruntworkSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-05-281h 29Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 071: Adware & Malware Focus with Thomas Reed of TheSafeMac and AdwareMedicSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-05-1453 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 120: Shelley Watson of Wheelwrights, LLC - Managing Your BusinessSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-04-161h 07Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkUniFi-ed by Chaos: Adventures in Ubiquiti Network WarfareSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-04-0953 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBattery Powered M4 iMacSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-03-1959 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 401: Interview With Ryan Grimes Of My IT IndySam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-03-1254 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkAssume The Magic PoseSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-03-051h 04Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 361: Command Control Power "Almost Live" at ACEs 2020Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-02-201h 01Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkThe Mac at 40 With Chris Hawver, Tim Pearson, Ted Freitas & Steve SorboCelebrate 40 years of the Mac with Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont, and Joe Saponare, seasoned Apple Consultants Network members. These tech experts share 20+ years of experience through discussions on: solving tech support mysteries, hilarious client stories, and the Mac's impact on technology and culture. Joining them are Chris Hawver, Tim Pearson, Ted Freitas, and Steve Sorbo for a nostalgic journey.2024-02-1357 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 133: Jonathan Spiva of 74bit.com - "IT As A Service"Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-01-2356 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBEST Of CCP - 239: Joe's Super Secret Password - PSIMacRules!Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2024-01-021h 00Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkFree Will vs DeterminismSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-12-2612 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBEST Of CCP - 330: "A Cautionary Tale" With Richard Wingfield Of Envision DesignSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-12-1251 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business Talk544: Interview With Adam Burg - Owner Of CALSO Technologies LLCTopics: -This week we welcome Adam Burg, founder of CALSO Technologies and Command Control Power Patreon sponsor. -Adam shares the story of his consulting career. -CALSO is an acronym for the members of his family. -Partnering with key vendors made it simpler to manage his clients. -They manage clients as small as 2 up to 50 users. -MDM, email backup & archiving are key components to his MSP stack. -The MacAdmins Slack is a major source of help. Adam can be found as MacDadmin. -Adam hosts...2023-12-0546 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - Let Go Of My EchoSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-11-2845 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 210: Managed Services - "A Look To The Future" withJason Harrison of Harrison Technology ConsultingSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-11-141h 09Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - Interview with Justin Maxwell of Smith.ai & KeypadSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-10-3143 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 140: Tom Bridge of Technolutionary.com - Go iPad Pro or Go HomeSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare2023-10-1755 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 196: Phil Schilmer Calls Apple SupportSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-09-2658 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 202: Live With Justin Esgar of ACES Conference & KGinger ConsultingSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-09-1241 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 168: Interview With Guillaume Gète - Consultant & DiskMaker X DeveloperSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-08-291h 19Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 035: Interview with Mike Kingsley, Kingsley MacConsultingSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-08-221h 22Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 151: "Man, this MSP thing, could really be working for me!"Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-08-0843 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business Talk260: Live From ACES - "Joe Has Left The Building"Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-07-2536 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP - 020: Client Anecdotes & RatesSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-07-181h 05Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkBest Of CCP 257: Interview With Lucas Acosta, CEO of Foojee Consultants in Atlanta, GeorgiaSam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-06-2738 minCommand Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business TalkMoose Blows Up!Sam Valencia, Jerry Zigmont and Joe Saponare discuss working with Apple technology and clients. Drawn from their combined experience of over 20 years in the Apple Consultants Network, they discuss technical support issues both with the technology and working with clients.2023-06-2037 min
Entheogen#55: Flow States with Bobby LyteWe invited our friend Bobby Lyte to join us for an awesome conversation about flow states, focus, deep work, and fun. Bobby is a DJ, producer, software engineer, and the host of Flow State – a podcast to help you focus.We discuss topics including the states of flow: Struggle, Release, Flow, Recovery; Engineering; Managing, and of course, Management."Should we be communicating all the time? Most workplaces today are essentially turning humans into message senders and receivers – which is terrible for productivity. We're trying to solve complex problems. We need to focus and stay in a...2022-03-2900 min
Entheogen#54 Mitchell Gomez, DanceSafe (from Summer 2020)We were so honored to be joined by Mitchell Gomez, Executive Director of DanceSafe, a public health organization promoting health and safety within the nightlife and electronic music community.Mitchell is on the advisory council of both Psymposia and PsychSems, a Harm Reduction Consultant at the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), and have sat on the CU Denver MURPAA (Master of Urban and Regional Planning Alumni Association) board, the Jefferson County Community Development Advisory Board, and the Denver Drug Strategy Commission Data Subcommittee. Note: We recorded this interview in the summer of 2020. Like many...2022-03-2100 min
Entheogen#53 David Bronner, Cosmic Engagement Officer of Dr. Bronner's Magic SoapsLaunching the new season of Entheogen and just in time for the new year, we have a very special treat for listeners – and viewers! It was such honor to be joined by a huge supporter of the psychedelic renaissance, David Bronner, CEO – that's Cosmic Engagement Officer – of Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps.Thanks so much to our friend David for the great conversation!To support Entheogen, pledge on Patreon and buy one of our awesome t-shirts!Thanks for listening. To watch the video version of this interview, subscribe to Entheogen on YouTube!2021-12-2800 minEntheogen052 - Entheogen in PlayboyYour friends from Entheogen were honored to be quoted in a Playboy article about Toxic Masculinity.EntheogenShow.com2020-06-2000 minEntheogen051 - Brad's Bud BreakA very special Entheogen in which we discuss the habitual use of cannabis and why and how to curb it.EntheogenShow.com2020-06-0600 minEntheogen050: Entheogen in Quarantine – Spring 2020 Check-in from Joe, Brad, and KevinHi everyone, we’re still here, we’re still producing Entheogen, and we’re looking forward to producing more! How are you doing? Let us know how you are managing in the “new normal” and what you want to hear about in future episodes of Entheogen.In this episode, we discuss the current state of affairs with much of the world in quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we try to stay positive.Note that we recorded this back at the end of March 2020, and while things felt like they were moving quickly then, and the si...2020-05-1000 minEntheogen049: Leafly.com – Interview with William Hyde, Senior Subject Matter ExpertHow much pot do you have to smoke to become a Senior Subject Matter Expert?Controlled dosing and increased access to various methods of consuming cannabis has been a benefit of legalization, which has allowed entirely new populations of people to be introduced or re-introduced to it, including KevinGreat resources available at leafly.com - start by checking out the Recent News sectionCheck out podcast ‘What Are You Smoking?’ Hosted by WillAnother benefit of legalization and increased access: the quality of cannabis products are higher than everMo...2019-01-2200 minEntheogen048: Live at Burning Man 2018This is a very special episode recorded live at Burning Man on Thursday, August 30, 2018, in front of a live audience!And we now have awesome handmade rainbow Entheogen T-shirts for sale!All profits from Entheogen shirts go to MAPS and CoSM through January 31, 2019.TOPICS:- we discuss the origin of Entheogen- we chat about what Burning Man is all about and what it means to us- our live audience shares some vignettes of Burning Man(Side note: please get in touch...2018-12-2900 minEntheogen047: Stealing Fire, Part 3Part Three: The Road to EleusisChapter 8 - Catch a FireChapter 9 - Burning Down the HouseChapter 10 - Hedonic EngineeringBurning Man: it’s a unique thing, and hopefully Donald Trump doesn’t know it existsHow important is Burning Man after the event is over?For the individual, it’s akin to the idea of an ayahuasca ceremony where people often say, “the real work is after the ceremony.” Integration of the inspiration is the “work”.What about for the community or society at large? Burners withou...2018-10-2300 minEntheogen046: Stealing Fire, Part 2Part Two: The Four Forces of Ecstasis
Chapter 4: PsychologyChapter 5: NeurobiologyChapter 6: PharmacologyChapter 7: TechnologyTopics:Demystifying mystical experiences and the democratization of information, language, practices, and substancesAlexander Shulgin, the “Johnny Appleseed of Psychedelics”Etymology of the phrase “hocus pocus” and its unexpectedly religious rootsRegarding communion, specifically, consuming the body of christ, “That’s not a nice thing to do to Jesus.” - Kevin“I used to be a Catholic until I reached the age of reason.” - George CarlinSomeday soon...2018-07-3100 minEntheogen045 Stealing Fire, Part 1This is Entheogen. Elevate the Conversation.Today is November 5, 2017, and we are discussing Stealing Fire, a book by Steven Kotler & Jamie Wheal.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Support us on Patreon with a small monthly contribution to help keep the show going. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.IntroductionIn more contemporary terms, the Eleusinian Mysteries were an elaborate nine-day ritual designed to strip away standard frames of reference, profoundly alter consciousness, and unlock a heightened...2018-03-2000 minEntheogen044: Interview with Dr. Rosalind Watts, Clinical Psychologist in the Psychedelic Research Group at Imperial College LondonThis is Entheogen. Elevate the Conversation.Please support Entheogen by making a donation on Patreon. Become a Patron for as little as $1. Pledge just $3 or more, and get early access to new episodes, plus exclusive Patron-only features. Head over to EntheogenShow.com and click on Support.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.It’s April 2, 2017, and we are talking with Dr. Ro...2017-12-1900 minEntheogenSeason 3 PromoWe're excited to be back after our summer hiatus!Over the coming months, we'll post our in-depth review of Stealing Fire: How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work, a National Bestseller by Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal.2017-12-0500 minEntheogen043: The LSD-assisted Dock Ellis No-HitterThis is Entheogen. Elevate the Conversation. Please support Entheogen by making a donation on Patreon. Become a Patron for as little as $1. Pledge just $3 or more, and get early access to new episodes, plus exclusive Patron-only features. Head over to EntheogenShow.com and click on Support.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.It’s March 5, 2017, and we are discussing the...2017-05-2300 minEntheogen042: Interview with Dr. Neal Goldsmith on Psychedelic Healing
This is Entheogen. Elevate the Conversation.It’s March 12, 2017, and we are discussing psychedelic healing with Dr. Neal Goldsmith.Topics:Neal’s book Psychedelic Healing: The Promise of Entheogens for Psychotherapy and Spiritual Development provides copious discussion points for our conversation today.Neal's therapy practice, and how his use of psychedelics has informed his practice of psychotherapyImago therapyLSD is a tool: Charles Manson becomes more Charles Manson; Richard Alpert becomes Ram Dass.The substitution of the eucharist as a proxy for the original psyc...2017-05-0200 minEntheogen041: Reflections on our Burning Man 2016 Interview with Alex Grey, Allyson Grey, Rick Doblin
This is Entheogen. Elevate the Conversation.Please support Entheogen by making a donation on Patreon. Become a Patron for as little as $1. Pledge just $3 or more, and get early access to new episodes, plus exclusive Patron-only features. Head over to EntheogenShow.com and click on Support.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.It’s February 26, 2017, and we are reflecting on our co...2017-04-1700 minEntheogen040: Checking in with Kirk Rutter, Psilocybin Research ParticipantThis is Entheogen. Elevate the Conversation.
Please support Entheogen by making a donation on Patreon. Become a Patron for as little as $1. Pledge just $3 or more, and get early access to new episodes, plus exclusive Patron-only features. Head over to EntheogenShow.com and click on Support.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.It’s February 26, 2017, and we are checking in with Ki...2017-04-1000 minEntheogen039: Reflections on Our Interview with Dr. Julie HollandThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is July 20, 2016, and we are reflecting on our interview with Dr. Julie Holland from last season.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening. Your pledges make the show possible! We're trying to cover expenses by asking our fans to pledge at Patreon.com/Entheogen. We really appreciate your support!2017-02-1400 minEntheogen038: Interview with Alasdair from Bluelight.orgThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is December 4, 2016, and we are talking with Alisdair from BlueLight.org.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Your pledges make the show possible! We're trying to cover expenses by asking our fans to pledge at Patreon.com/Entheogen. We really appreciate your support!Topics:BlueLight.org wa...2017-01-2400 minEntheogen037: Dr. Sarah Mennenga from NYU Experimental Therapeutics Laboratory on Using Psilocybin to Treat Anxiety and Depression in Cancer PatientsThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is December 18, 2016, and we are discussing the recent publication of studies from NYU and Johns Hopkins showing that psilocybin can reduce anxiety and depression in cancer patients, and we’re pleased to be joined by Dr. Sarah Mennenga from the NYU Experimental Therapeutics Laboratory.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening....2017-01-1000 minEntheogen036: Dr. Jami – Broaching Psychedelics with the UninformedThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is October 23rd, 2016, and we are talking with, Dr. Jami, a psychologist in the Bay Area of California.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.To reach Jami, please get in touch with Entheogen.Topics:Jami’s professional experience with couples therapy, Imago, Attachment theory...2016-12-2100 minEntheogen035: MAPS to Move Ahead with Phase 3 MDMA TrialsF.D.A. Agrees to New Trials for Ecstasy as Relief for PTSD Patients – NY Times, Nov 29, 2016“It changed my life.”It allowed me to see my trauma without fear or hesitation and finally process things and move forward." – study participant Ed Thompson“There is now a clear path ahead to make MDMA a legal medicine for millions of people suffering from PTSD.” – MAPS BulletinMAPS needs to raise approximately $25-30 million (of which they’ve already raised more than $10 million) to complete these Phase 3 trials and all associated toxicity and pharmacology stu...2016-12-1200 minEntheogen034: Remastered: Interview with Rick Doblin, Alex Grey & Allyson Grey at Burning Man 2016Do we have a treat for you.To welcome our new listeners, we present you a re-mastered special edition of the episode we recorded live at Burning Man on August 31, 2016, which features three pioneers and key drivers in the movement to mainstream psychedelic medicine.Special thanks to Rod for the audio engineering!Special note for Patreon supporters: you will get a special before-the-show "opening conversation". Check patreon.com/Entheogen.
@RickDoblin, quoting Einstein: There's no real conflict between science & religion; there's a conflict between bad science & bad religion.— Entheogen (@EntheogenShow) November 3, 2016
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Thank you so much for listening to Entheogen and for supporting us on Patreon and by telling your friends.At Burning Man in 2014, we were inspired to create Entheogen (after a talk with Meriana Dinkova). Since then, we’ve released about one-and-a-half episodes per month.On this, our two-year anniversary since posting the first episode, we are beyond overjoyed to share with you our very first “on location” recording, and the first time we’ve all recorded in person together –Burning Man 2016.We had the great pleasure and honor to speak with not o...2016-09-1600 minEntheogen032: On the way to Burning Man 2016I'm posting this while literally on the road to Burning Man. Enjoy the tease!We're planning to interview Rick Doblin, Alex Grey, and Allyson Grey at Burning Man! Sign up for our newsletter for the latest updates.See you in the dust!2016-08-2700 minEntheogen031: Dr. Julie Holland
This is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is June 6, 2016, and we are talking with Dr. Julie Holland, psychopharmacologist, psychiatrist, and best-selling author of several books.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Topics:Julie’s origin story: how did she get interested in this area of researchJulie took MDMA with Rick Doblin on...2016-07-1200 minEntheogen030: The Neuroscience of Partying with Caitlin Thompson of Entheozen
This is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is April 24, 2016, and we are discussing the Neuroscience of Partying with Caitlin Thompson of Entheozen.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Topics:Caitlin’s Burning Man talk, “The Neuroscience of Partying”NutritionLeaky gut syndromeMood disordersNeurotransmittersSerotonin in the gutAre entheogens a food? Some supplements turn into neurotransmitters downstream. Where’s the li...2016-06-1400 minEntheogen029: Build Entheon with Alex and Allyson GreyThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is May 24 2016, and we are discussing Building Entheon with Alex and Allyson Grey.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Topics:Entheon is a place to discover the divine withinWhy build a psychedelic temple?BuildEntheon.com – Almost to the stretch goal of $200KEntheon is a 12,000 sq ft building, three fl...2016-05-2600 minEntheogen028: Intro to Entheogenic Comedy with Matteson Perry
This is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is April 3rd, 2016 and we’re talking about Entheogenic Comedy.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.We’re delighted to be talking with Matteson Perry, writer and performer based in Los Angeles.We start with a quote from Bill Hicks.Matteson has a humorous memoir comi...2016-05-1700 minEntheogen027: Sacred Plant Retreats with Maxwell Wieland of Munay Medicine in Peru, Part 2This is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is February 21, 2016, and we are discussing Sacred Plant Retreats with our guest, Maxwell Wieland of Munay Medicine in Peru.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Topics:Munay Medicine – what’s the vision, how does a retreat work, what do they offer?The 10-day Retreat“La Dieta” – lifestyle more than diet...2016-04-2600 minEntheogen026: Sacred Plant Retreats with Maxwell Wieland of Munay Medicine in Peru, Part 1
This is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is February 21, 2016, and we are discussing Sacred Plant Retreats with our guest, Maxwell Wieland of Munay Medicine in Peru.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Topics:Max has been in a working relationship with wachuma (san pedro), ayahuasca, changa (dmt), psilocybin mushrooms, iboga, morning glories, salvia, and other...2016-04-1200 minEntheogen025: Psychedelic Medicine Trials with Participant Kirk RutterThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is February 28, 2016, and we are discussing Psychedelic Medicine Trials with a participant in a recent psilocybin study, Kirk Rutter.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Special thanks to our guest on today’s show, Kirk Rutter, who offers listeners a rare glimpse of what it’s like to participate in a...2016-03-3000 minEntheogen024: A Microdose of Alex & Allyson GreyToday is January 24, 2016, and we have for you a microdose of Alex & Allyson Grey.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.We’ll begin with a quote from the New York Times: "Alex Grey's art, with its New Age symbolism and medical-illustration finesse, might be described as psychedelic realism, a kind of clinical approach to cosmic consciousness. In it, the human figure is rendered tr...2016-02-2900 minEntheogen023: Why We EntheogenToday is January 24, 2016, and we are discussing why we make the show.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.Submit your comments for the show by text or voice message and send to info@entheogenshow.com!Entheogen: What is itQuick recap on genesisWhat is the point? Information Community Personal Journey Save your soul and the world?Whe...2016-02-1100 minEntheogen022: Response to A New Understanding: The Science of PsilocybinThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is January 7, 2016, and we are discussing A New Understanding: The Science of Psilocybin.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook. Thanks for listening.We discussed this film and interviewed its producer, Robert Barnhart back in August 2015 before the film’s release. Since then, the film has been released and you can rent or bu...2016-01-2500 minEntheogen021: Psychedelic First Aid with Special Guest, Sara Gael of MAPS and the Zendo ProjectThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is December 14th, 2015, and we are discussing the Zendo Project with special guest, Sara Gael, Harm Reduction Coordinator for MAPS.Find the notes and links for this and other episodes at EntheogenShow.com. Sign up to receive an email when we release a new episode. Follow us @EntheogenShow on Twitter and like EntheogenShow on FaceBook.Our guest, Sara Gael, has been involved with the Zendo Project since its inception in 2012. Since then she has helped coordinate harm reduction services at festivals...2015-12-2800 minEntheogen020: Interview with Earth and Fire Erowid, second halfThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is December 9, 2015 and we are very excited to feature a special interview. This is the second half.It is our great pleasure and honor to welcome Earth and Fire Erowid!Topics:Kevin and Earth reminisce about Burning Man 2007, the “Eclipse/Man-Burn-Early Year”What was Burning Man like in 1995?Fire tells the story of a Burning Man purist in 1995 who had stopped going since there were people there she didn’t know“radical self-reliance” and commun...2015-12-1800 minEntheogen019: Interview with Earth and Fire Erowid, first halfThis is Entheogen. Talk about tools for generating the divine within.Today is December 9, 2015 and we are very excited to feature a special interview. This is the first half.It is our great pleasure and honor to welcome Earth and Fire Erowid!For context, Joe reads a quote from Michael Horowitz, personal archivist for Timothy Leary:“Powerful descriptive writing about personal drug experiences mimics the effects of the drugs themselves. Reading Aleister Crowley on how hashish aided his meditation, or Mezz Mezzrow on playing in a jazz band on marijuana, or Go...2015-12-1000 minEntheogen018: Honoring the 20th Anniversary of ErowidThis is Entheogen. We talk about tools for generating the divine within. It's Nov 25, 2015. We're talking about the 20th Anniversary of Erowid.But first: check out our Entheogen t-shirt, just in time for the holidays!Reference:The Trip Planners – article in the The New Yorker by Emily WittTopics:Erowid’s mission: “Documenting the complex relationship between humans and psychoactives.”Thanks to Earth and Fire Erowid for their hard work over the last two decades.Our personal experience with the page:Joe got Erowid b...2015-12-0300 minEntheogen017: Modern ShamanismThis is Entheogen. We talk about tools for generating the divine within. It's October 15, 2015. We're talking about Modern Shamanism with special guest, Micah.We would like to thank our 3,000 monthly subscribers for listening to the show. We want to hear from you! Visit EntheogenShow.com and subscribe to our newsletter to receive show notes by email when new episodes are posted. Get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. And spread the word about Entheogen!And check out our first Entheogen T-shirts! Show your support of Entheogen and start a conversation at the same time.This ep...2015-11-2700 minEntheogen016: BreathworkThis is Entheogen. We talk about tools for generating the divine within. It's October 12, 2015. We're talking about Breathwork.We would like to thank our 3,000 monthly subscribers for listening to the show. We want to hear from you! Visit EntheogenShow.com and subscribe to our newsletter to receive show notes by email when new episodes are posted. Get in touch on Facebook or Twitter. And spread the word about Entheogen!Holotropic Breathwork was developed by Stan Grof, an early researcher and practitioner of LSD Psychotherapy, as a substitute for LSD when the substance was outlawed.Topics:2015-11-2200 minEntheogen015: Burning ManThis is Entheogen. We talk about tools for generating the divine within. It's September 28, 2015. We're talking about Burning Man.On the first anniversary of Entheogen, to kick off Season 2, we decide to discuss the cultural phenomenon of Burning Man, where the show was conceived.Kevin wonders if setting the stage for a more intentional journey – gathering a group, making a circle, and expressing intentions collectively – empowered him to go further this timeKevin shares the itinerary of his (initially) "hard trip" at Burning Man – well into the spiritual realm, dosage-wise – revisiting and redeeming the journey he discussed in Enthe...2015-10-0700 minEntheogen014: MicrodosingThis is Entheogen. We talk about tools for generating the divine within. It's June 29th, 2015. We're talking about microdosing. James FadimanLSD Limerick on NPRJim Fadiman on Tim FerrissFadman in the Morning NewsMicrodosing on AlternetMicrodosing on Raw StoryFadiman on Pulse Radio 2015-09-2100 minEntheogen013: Interview with Robert J. Barnhart about his new film, A New Understanding: The Science of Psilocybin
This is Entheogen. We talk about tools for generating the divine within. It's August 21, 2015. We're talking about A New Understanding: The Science of Psilocybin with Robert J. Barnhart.We are honored to be joined by Robert J. Barnhart, producer of A New Understanding: The Science of Psilocybin.For historical context, we review the groundwork laid in the 1980's by organizations such as the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) and Heffter Research Institute. Robert serves on the Boards of Directors of both organizations.Basic research began as early as the 1940's and continued t...2015-08-2200 minEntheogen012: Interview with Carl A. P. Ruck, the Man who Coined the Term "Entheogen", on Renegotiating our Covenant with Mother EarthThis is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings.In this episode, recorded on June 22, 2015, we are honored to be joined by Dr. Carl Ruck, professor in the Classical Studies department at Boston University. Ruck is credited with coining the term Entheogen to describe neurotropic substances.Ruck explains the importance of the term entheogen as distinct from neurotropic and other terms which may be used in scientific literature (see also: alchemy…chemistry, astrology…astronomy; alchemy minus theology = chemistry).Dangers of guidance under the guise of a false...2015-06-2400 minEntheogen011: Enduring Personality Changes from EntheogensThis is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings. In this episode, recorded on April 20, 2015, we discuss Enduring Personality Changes from Entheogens.This show we are joined by special guest, Ingo, to explore the topic of how psychedelics can change one's personality.Ingo explains how in traditional psychology, one's personality typically doesn't change after the age of 30 years. And yet in his experience, he has grown more as a person since he began using psychedelics than ever before.How does a psychedelic experience change one's personality? I...2015-05-1900 minEntheogen010: Medicinal Herbs with Mountain Man DanThis is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings. In this episode, recorded on March 30, 2015, we discuss medicinal herbs with Mountain Man Dan.Topics:Wild Daga a.k.a Lion's Tail: any relationship to Rooibus tea? tastes similar, pairs very wellDan discusses his inspiring journey of self-healing using medicinal plantsKevin wonders about mixing various herbsBlue Lotus: calming, narcotic effect, lucid dreaming, Dan recommends combining with mugrootTolerance; addictive potentialKana Flower: alertness, focus, faster perception of s...2015-04-2900 minEntheogen009: Founder Focus – Dr. Stanislav GrofRecorded on March 16, 2015This is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings. In this episode, recorded on March 16, 2015, we continue our Founder Focus series and discuss Stanislav Grof.Topics:- Grof began studying LSD in 1956 when Sandoz shipped a big box of LSD-25 ampules, with a mysterious description of the history of its discovery by Albert Hofmann, and offering two suggested avenues of research: first, to induce a experimental state of psychosis in normal people, and secondly as an unconventional educational tool, to induce this state in th...2015-04-0600 minEntheogen008: The Trip TreatmentRecorded on Feb 26, 2015This is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings. In this show we're discussing the Trip Treatment, an article in the New Yorker by Michael Pollan in the Feb 9, 2015 edition.Topics:- use of entheogens for terminal cancer patients, nicotine addicts, PTSD- use of entheogens for "betterment of well people" (in the words of Bob Jesse)- Roland Griffiths, trained as a behaviorist and holding senior appointments in psychiatry and neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University, is one of the...2015-03-1700 minEntheogen007: Founder Focus – Dr. Albert Hofmann
Recorded on December 22, 2014LSD-25, first synthesized in 1938 is so named because it's the 25th in a series of lysergic acid amides which Dr. Hofmann was exploring. It was set aside for five years, and in 1943 a dream inspired Hofmann to revisit it. Through an "accidental observation" from contact with the skin, he discovered the psychedelic effects of LSD and confirmed his discovery through a planned experiment on "Bicycle Day."Topics:An Interview with Albert Hofmann by Michael Horowitz in 1976.Eleusinian MysteriesPsychotomimeticMaría SabinaAlb...2015-02-2400 minEntheogen006: Interview with Meriana Dinkova: Navigating Altered States
This is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings. In this show we are honored to be joined by Meriana Dinkova, licensed psychotherapist. Thanks for joining us.Topics:- Meriana's work: preparing and processing- techniques for protection and optimization of a trip- the Bruce Lee technique: superheroes as archetypal guides or guardians to be called upon during altered states- personifying LSD, mushrooms, and ayahuasca:LSD: that's you. That's your shit. Deal with it. (Can cover a lot. Can be c...2015-02-0700 minEntheogen005: A Positive LSD Story – Tangible Benefits of EntheogensRecorded on January 19th, 2015This is Entheogen: three human beings discussing generating the divine within while still being human beings. In this show we discuss tangle benefits of psychedelic use. We open with one our favorite Bill Hicks bits.Topics:
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- Francis Crick, Nobel Prize-winning father of modern genetics, deduced the double-helix structure of DNA: may have been influenced by LSD.
- Kary Mullis, inventor of PCR, a scientific breakthrough that accelerated the sequencing of the human genome: "I found it to be a mind-opening experience. It was ce...2015-01-2300 minEntheogen004: Bad TripsRecorded January 5, 2015Topics:The feeling that it is permanentThe 3x5 reorientation card: "your name is ___, you live on earth, you took a drug tonight... it will probably end within 24 hours."Haphazard ego deathKevin's tongue-numbing minty multi-doseNo one has ever died from it2015-01-0600 minEntheogen003: Resident psychedelicists discuss entheogens vs. other pathsTopics:Is the psychedelic experience "real"? Does that question have merit?Is taking entheogens "cheating"? Why do people think so?Is the entheogenic experience comparable to experiences achievable through meditation, yoga, shamanic drumming, etc., or is it substantively different?References:Interview with Patrick Lundborg: 60’s psych & garage guru, psychedelic culture scholar and author of brilliant „Psychedelia” and „Acid Archives” booksUnified Psychedelic Theory: An Interview with Patrick Lundborg R.I.P.2014-12-1400 minEntheogen002: Psychedelic Research Renaissance, Part 2Brad, Kevin, and Joe discuss: Dr Robin Carhart-Harris is the first scientist in over 40 years to test LSD on humans - and you're nextStanislav Grof, 1975: "psychedelics, used responsibly and with proper caution, would be for psychiatry what the microscope is for biology or the telescope is for astronomy”.Professor David Nutt: "I think it's the worst censorship of research since the Catholic Church banned the telescope.”See also: Nutt calls the outlaw of entheogens "the worst case of scientific censorship since the Catholic Church banned the works of Copernicus and Galil...2014-10-1500 minEntheogen001: Psychedelic Research Renaissance, Part 1- Kevin discusses his first encounter with the word Entheogen- we discuss a recent article in the Daily Beast: Psychedelics Are Ready for a Comeback, featuring an interview with Tom Shroder, author of the new book, Acid Test: LSD, Ecstasy, and the Power to Heal
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