Mushroom Revival Podcast

Alex Dorr
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A podcast devoted to the wonderful world of fungi. Our eclectic show covers fungi in health & wellness, technology, science, culture and more. Welcome to the Mushroom Revival.

  1. 04/11/2025

    Healing with Mushrooms: Psilocybin's Promise Against Heroin Addiction

    The opioid epidemic continues to devastate families and communities across America, leaving researchers and clinicians desperately searching for new treatment approaches. What if a compound found in mushrooms could help break the cycle of addiction? In this riveting conversation, Alex Dorr welcomes Dr. Stephanie Daves from Temple University's Center for Substance Abuse Research to discuss her groundbreaking work exploring how psilocybin might combat heroin addiction. Dr. Daves shares her personal journey into addiction research, motivated partly by witnessing the devastating impacts of substance use disorders firsthand. She explains the science behind addiction as a chronic disease—not simply a matter of willpower—where individuals prioritize obtaining and using substances despite severe negative consequences to their lives and relationships. The heart of their conversation revolves around fascinating research showing how psilocybin targets the serotonin 2A receptor, which changes in the brains of rats exposed to heroin. While psilocybin didn't prevent rats from taking heroin when available, it significantly reduced drug-seeking behavior during simulated relapse scenarios. Dr. Daves hypothesizes that beyond psychedelic experiences, psilocybin may work through anti-inflammatory pathways in the brain, potentially offering a new mechanism for addiction treatment. They explore the distinctions between two therapeutic approaches: high-dose sessions producing profound psychedelic experiences versus microdosing protocols where individuals take sub-perceptual amounts. Each approach may benefit different individuals or conditions, highlighting the need for personalized treatment strategies. The discussion also touches on how environmental factors and social connections play crucial roles in recovery, drawing parallels to the famous "Rat Park" experiments. Despite promising results, the conversation reveals significant challenges in addiction research, including lengthy study timelines and difficulties securing consistent funding. As communities continue fighting the opioid crisis, this research offers hope through innovative approaches that might help address both the biological and psychological aspects of substance use disorders. Ready to explore the fascinating world of functional mushrooms? Visit mushroomrevival.com and use code "podtreat" for a special discount on our organic mushroom products. www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here.

    51 min

  2. 03/28/2025

    Mushrooms in Lithuania with Tomas Baltušis

    Today we travel to Lithuania to explore Dzūkija National Park and experience nugrybauti which is a lithuanian word that means to get lost in the woods while looking for mushrooms. We sit down with Tomas Baltušis, an avid mushroom hunter to take us on a gastronomic and fungal diversity safari of Lithuania. Tune in and shroom in to todays episode.  www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    37 min

  3. 02/24/2025

    Mycogastronomy of Mexico with Ireri and Joaquin

    Today we travel to Mexico with Ireri Monter and Joaquin Cardoso to explore the exquisite gastronomic delicacies of the mushroom world. What is the anthropological history of mycophagy in Mexico? What is the diversity of mushrooms and dishes across many different regions of Mexico? Today we answer many more questions and get your taste buds salivating.  www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    58 min

  4. 02/06/2025

    Fungi Breaking Down Diapers with Hiro Technologies

    Today we sit down with Danielle Stevenson and Tero Isokauppila of the newly launched Hiro Technologies to talk about how fungi can break down diapers. Piling up in our landfills with an assortment of hard to break down plastics, fungi come to the rescue yet again. Tune in and Shroom in to todays episode.  Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on February 18, 2025 and contacted via email. www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    49 min

  5. 01/30/2025

    Mycomaterials with Kim Kedem

    Today we sit down with Kim Kedem of Mixing Bowl Studios to talk about transforming living spaces with mycomaterials. From mycelial lamps and furniture to 3d mushroom printing our future. Tune in and shroom in to this weeks episode. Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on February 18, 2025 and contacted via email. www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    46 min

  6. 01/23/2025

    Mycofiltration with Sanele Michelle Mnkandla

    Today we travel to South Africa to sit down with Sanele Michelle Mnkandla to talk about how we can filter toxic waste with fungi in a process called mycofiltration. We chat about her new published paper "Effectiveness of mycofiltration for removal of contaminants from water: a systematic review protocol" (2021) and about how people can get involved in future projects with mycoremediation. Tune in and Shroom in to todays episode! Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on February 18, 2025 and contacted via email. www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    37 min

  7. 01/13/2025

    Psilocybin Helps Cancer Patients Mental Health with Petros Petridis

    Today we sit down with Petros Petridis to talk about his new paper "Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy improves psychiatric symptoms across multiple dimensions in patients with cancer". Those symptoms include "anxiety, depression, interpersonal sensitivity, hostility, obsession–compulsion, somatization, phobia, paranoia and psychosis". Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on January 18, 2025 and contacted via email. www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    52 min

  8. 12/19/2024

    Finding New Mushroom Species in Colombia with Dr. Adriana Corrales

    Today we travel to Colombia with Dr. Adriana Corrales to explore biodiverse cloud forests to search for new species of fungi. We dive into her research on the endangered mycorrhizal associations with the elusive Colombian Black Oak (Trigonobalanus excelsa), a day in the life of a fungal expedition leader, how to find and analyze new species of mushrooms, and so mush more. Tune and and Shroom in to today's episode to learn more. Sign up for our podcast giveaway here. Our next winner will be selected on January 18, 2025 and contacted via email. www.mushroomrevival.com We are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form.  Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you. Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function. Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for. Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need.  Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here. Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount

    43 min
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A podcast devoted to the wonderful world of fungi. Our eclectic show covers fungi in health & wellness, technology, science, culture and more. Welcome to the Mushroom Revival.

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  • Creator
    Alex Dorr
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    227
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Mushroom Revival Podcast
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