The Nature of Nurture Dr. Leslie Carr

Host Leslie is joined by Dr. Jennifer Ellice to discuss psychedelic therapy and how ketamine specifically can help with depression, addiction, PTSD, and more. Dr. Jenn also provides advice for individuals who are curious about exploring psychedelic therapy, emphasizing the importance of guided, respectful journeys. Dr. Jenn is an emergency room physician and the founder of Golden Afternoon, a Ketamine Clinic in Los Angeles.

Leslie sits down with producer, dancer, and choreographer Just Jet (simply known as Jet) for a raw and honest discussion of mental health, suicidal thoughts, and the impact of public scrutiny on personal wellbeing. Warning that this discussion includes a conversation about suicide so if you think you shouldn’t hang out for that, take care of yourself.

How does our mental health impact our environment? How does our environment impact our mental health? Your host Leslie is joined by Shira Gill, a globally recognized home organizing expert and best-selling author of 'Minimalista' and 'Organized Living’ to discuss these questions and more.

Have the quick fixes provided by psych meds caused us to overlook the real, underlying causes in our mental health struggles? Psychiatrist Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring joins host Leslie to explore the current treatment model that puts profit before patient well-being and encourages the overprescription of drugs in mental healthcare.

Reproductive autonomy isn't just about the right to choose; it's also about the ability to shape one's destiny. Host Leslie is joined by Jill Filipovic, a former lawyer turned journalist, who is dedicated to the critical issues of women's rights and reproductive freedom.

June Johnson, entrepreneur, model, and advocate, joins host Leslie for a wide-ranging conversation where she candidly shares her personal journey, including her rebellious phases, grappling with double consciousness as a Black woman, and her transition into entrepreneurship in the cannabis space after facing racial discrimination at a former workplace.