Mushroom Revival Podcast Alex Dorr

Today we sit down with Kevin Schug, the Shimadzu Distinguished Professor of Analytical Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, to chat about his work using liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry to measure psilocybin potency in magic mushrooms. We geek out on all the analytical equipment, how they work, and what goes into analytically testing magic mushrooms for potency and even novel compounds. Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be sel...

Today we sit down with two researchers who just published the paper: "Effect of chemically synthesized psilocybin and psychedelic mushroom extract on molecular and metabolic profiles in mouse brain" to discuss the clinical difference between pure chemically synthesized psilocybin versus full spectrum mushrooms with the entourage effect of different compounds. This has always been a debate in the psychedelic community and we're pleased to uncover the truth on todays episode.Sign up for our pod...

Today we travel to Ecuador with Alan Rockefeller and Mandie Quark of Mycena to talk about the trip we all went on to look for rare and new species of tropical fungi in the jungle. Some were poisonous, some psychedelic, some glowed under UV, some were growing out of insects, and others were brand new to science. We chat about notable tropical species, DNA sequencing, how to find undescribed species and publish them, mushroom photography tips, how to maintain a fungarium, and so mush more...

Today we sit down with Heather Lee to talk about healing psilocybin therapy retreats for women. We chat about how one holds space for people dealing with trauma, what is it like to be a therapist, and what are the common things women from around the world come to these retreats to overcome and work through.For more information:https://youtube.com/shorts/NFOEmX1n_g0?si=ao1dixFb4DIU0rryhttps://youtu.be/3HVcdWU5Tqc?si=x6-4iLaEkdf32g2Ywww.wellnessandwisdomjourneys.comwww.medicinewomanretreats.com...

Today we travel to space with Marta Filipa Simões to talk about what fungi has been found in space, how they can survive, what tests we are doing on earth to discover their space exploration potential, and the possibility of fungal life on other planets.Extra information and details: For detailed information on astromycology research and experiments done, or even fungal species tested in both real outer space conditions and simulated conditions, you can check out the publication: https:/...

Today we sit down with Christopher Maurer to talk about building mycelial homes in Namibia, Cleveland and even Mars. Transforming invasive plants into homes in Namibia, toxic construction waste into homes in Cleveland, and high tech materials into astronaut homes on Mars is just the start. Tune in to the future of building on todays episode. Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on April 24, 2024 and contacted via email.www.mushroomrevival.comWe are a functio...