THE QUESTIONS EVERYONE SHOULD ASK ABOUT PSYCHEDELICS | Dr. Benjamin Malcolm - E149

Pharmacist and psychopharmacology expert Ben Malcolm breaks down the science, safety, and psychology behind psychedelic-assisted healing. From the importance of preparation and mindset to medication interactions, trauma, and choosing qualified facilitators, this episode explores what every curious individual, practitioner, and healthcare professional needs to know. You'll also hear Ben's deeply personal journey of healing through psychedelics, how these experiences transformed his relationship with pain and purpose, and why informed decision-making is the key to meaningful transformation. Whether you're simply curious or actively considering psychedelic therapy, this episode offers a balanced perspective grounded in both science and lived experience.KEY TAKEAWAYS:• How can preparation, mindset, and environment dramatically influence the outcome of a psychedelic experience?• What medication interactions and health factors should people understand before using psychedelics safely?• How can psychedelics support healing from trauma while minimizing risks through proper education and qualified guidance?KEY TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) – The Real Purpose Of MDMA Beyond Recreational Use(05:45) – Ayahuasca Self-Forgiveness And Healing Past Mistakes(08:40) – Chronic Back Pain, Trauma, And The Mind-Body Connection(15:10) – Bridging Pharmacology Science And Spiritual Healing(17:20) – Why Medication Interactions Matter Before Psychedelics(18:10) – Understanding Set And Setting Beyond Positive Thinking(21:10) – Choosing Between MDMA, Psilocybin, LSD, and Ketamine Safely(24:20) – Learning To Listen To Your Body Instead Of Fighting It(26:00) – How Psychedelics Can Rewrite Limiting Beliefs And Trauma Stories(28:00) – Drug Interactions Every Psychedelic User Should Understand(34:20) – Why Proper Screening Is Essential Before Psychedelic Therapy(35:30) – The Risks Of Inexperienced Psychedelic Facilitators(37:10) – Manipulation Ethics And Protecting Yourself In Psychedelic Spaces(40:00) – How To Identify Safe And Responsible Psychedelic Practitioners(43:20) – The Future Of Psychedelic Medicine And Public Education(47:10) – Recognizing The Point Of Diminishing Returns With MDMA(49:20) – Medications That Can Be Dangerous With Psychedelics(52:00) – Polypharmacy Risks And Why Individual Assessment MattersMENTIONS:Website: https://www.spiritpharmacist.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritpharmacist/?hl=enKEY TOPICS DISCUSSED:WELLPOWER, Kristin Weitzel, biohacking, health and wellness, women’s health, nervous system resilience, cold exposure, breathwork, scientific research, heat therapy, performance mastery, psychedelic integration, embodied leadership, red light therapy, guided breathwork for anxiety, breathwork facilitator training, breathwork for trauma release, daily breathwork routine, conscious breathing exercises, breathwork classes in Austin TexasCHECK OUT THE WELLPOWER COMMUNITY:Website: https://www.wellpower.life/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinweitzelofficial/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristinweitzelofficialNOT ONLY ARE THESE MY FAVORITE PRODUCTS BUT YOU CAN SUPPORT THE WELLPOWER PODCAST BY SUPPORTING THE BRANDS THAT HELP FUND THIS FREE EDUCATION TOOL (USE CODE WELLPOWER AT CHECKOUT):AMPCOIL, MITOQ, BEAM MINERALS, BIOPTIMIZERS, BRAINTAP, ICE BARREL, FILTEROPTIX, HYDROFIX / HOLY HYDROGEN, KION, LEELA Q, LIGHTPATHLED, MITOPURE, PRIMEADINE, SHERPA BREATH AND COLD, SILVER BIOTICS, SOLTEC, STEMREGEN, TIMELINE, UBLOCKOUT, WARRIOR WOMAN MODE ONLINE, SHERPA BREATH AND COLD ONLINE Training, VESSEL, STEALTH ALIGN Mat, SIMPLYo3, APOLLO, QUANTUM UPGRADE, THORNE, KOMUSO DESIGNMORE INFO EXISTS ON MY ONLINE SHOP: https://www.wellpower.life/shop