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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.