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EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 56 MIN

Ep. 8 - Psychedelics, Samurais, Past-Life Regressions, Orcas, and Matriarchs

from The Way Back In · host John Peterson and Tracy Uribe-Peterson

In this week's episode, we take a curious, open-minded wander through the mysteries of the mind and the healing power of nature. Join the conversation as we explore everything from ancient plant medicine to the animal kingdom!What we're chatting about this week:Past Life Regressions: John reports back on his homework and shares an unexpectedly emotional journey as a grateful Japanese samurai, while Tracy recounts her own vivid experience as an herbal healer in the jungle.Plant Medicine: A thoughtful (and curious!) dive into the history, stigma, and potential healing benefits of psychedelics like DMT and psilocybin.Orca Matriarchs: Why the ocean's fiercest ladies make the absolute best leaders, and what human society can learn from their wisdom.Giving Yourself Grace: An honest, relatable check-in about the messy realities of balancing mental and physical health, navigating relationship stress, and why love—not shame—is the best motivator.Tune in for a mix of deep thoughts, wild curiosities, and a gentle reminder that everything you need is already inside you.

In this week's episode, we take a curious, open-minded wander through the mysteries of the mind and the healing power of nature. Join the conversation as we explore everything from ancient plant medicine to the animal kingdom!What we're chatting about this week:Past Life Regressions: John reports back on his homework and shares an unexpectedly emotional journey as a grateful Japanese samurai, while Tracy recounts her own vivid experience as an herbal healer in the jungle.Plant Medicine: A thoughtful (and curious!) dive into the history, stigma, and potential healing benefits of psychedelics like DMT and psilocybin.Orca Matriarchs: Why the ocean's fiercest ladies make the absolute best leaders, and what human society can learn from their wisdom.Giving Yourself Grace: An honest, relatable check-in about the messy realities of balancing mental and physical health, navigating relationship stress, and why love—not shame—is the best motivator.Tune in for a mix of deep thoughts, wild curiosities, and a gentle reminder that everything you need is already inside you.

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