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The Threshold Safe Podcast

Honest, plain-spoken conversations about using MDMA and psychedelics more safely - the science, the risks, and the practical stuff, without the fear-mongering or the hype. New episodes weekly.

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Episodes

Sep 4, 2026 · 14:43 min

MDMA Dosing: What the Science Actually Shows

Deep dive / science on Dosing.

Show notes

Deep dive / science on Dosing.

Hosted by June and Rob.

In this episode

This is harm-reduction information, not medical advice. The lowest-risk option is always not to use. In a crisis, call your local emergency number.

Aug 17, 2026 · 15:30 min

The Festival Recovery Kit: What to Pack, What to Take, and When

A practical packing and timing guide for surviving and recovering from a festival weekend: hydration, temperature, sleep, food, and a timed recovery stack - for you and your crew.

Show notes

A practical packing and timing guide for surviving and recovering from a festival weekend: hydration, temperature, sleep, food, and a timed recovery stack - for you and your crew.

Hosted by June and Rob.

In this episode

  • festival recovery kit
  • rave bag essentials
  • what to pack for a festival
  • festival recovery
  • rave survival kit

References

  • DanceSafe. Festival harm reduction guidance. dancesafe.org.
  • Parrott AC. MDMA and temperature: a review of the thermal effects of 'Ecstasy' in humans. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2012.

This is harm-reduction information, not medical advice. The lowest-risk option is always not to use. In a crisis, call your local emergency number.

Aug 13, 2026 · 15:22 min

MDMA Side Effects, Explained: During, the Next Day, and Long-Term

What MDMA actually does to your body and mind, across three timeframes: the acute effects during, the after-effects over the following days, and what's associated with long-term heavy use - plus the red flags.

Show notes

What MDMA actually does to your body and mind, across three timeframes: the acute effects during, the after-effects over the following days, and what's associated with long-term heavy use - plus the red flags.

Hosted by June and Rob.

In this episode

  • mdma side effects
  • molly side effects
  • mdma jaw clenching
  • mdma after effects
  • mdma long term effects

References

  • Liechti ME. Effects of MDMA on body temperature in humans. Temperature. 2014.
  • Parrott AC. Human psychobiology of MDMA or 'Ecstasy': an overview. Hum Psychopharmacol. 2013.
  • Vizeli P, Liechti ME. Safety pharmacology of acute MDMA administration. J Psychopharmacol. 2017.

This is harm-reduction information, not medical advice. The lowest-risk option is always not to use. In a crisis, call your local emergency number.

Aug 11, 2026 · 15:02 min

Doing MDMA at a Retreat: Vetting, Screening, and Integration

A retreat or guided MDMA session is a different setting with different risks than a festival. How to vet the facilitator, what medical and psychological screening should happen, and planning your integration before you start.

Show notes

A retreat or guided MDMA session is a different setting with different risks than a festival. How to vet the facilitator, what medical and psychological screening should happen, and planning your integration before you start.

Hosted by June and Rob.

In this episode

  • mdma retreat
  • mdma assisted session
  • vetting a facilitator
  • psychedelic retreat safety
  • mdma integration

References

  • Mitchell JM, et al. MDMA-assisted therapy for severe PTSD: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 study. Nat Med. 2021.
  • Johnson MW, Richards WA, Griffiths RR. Human hallucinogen research: guidelines for safety. J Psychopharmacol. 2008.
  • DanceSafe. MDMA harm reduction guidelines. dancesafe.org.

This is harm-reduction information, not medical advice. The lowest-risk option is always not to use. In a crisis, call your local emergency number.

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