Mind Body Health & Politics
Episodes
Tim Scully and Michael Randall - Encore
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Several years ago I had the privilege of interviewing Tim Scully and Michael Randall – two men who were pivotal in the founding of the entheogen-usi...
Brotherhood of Eternal Love Pt. 1
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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Françoise Bourzat - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This morning I am honored to continue my series of "Confessions of the Psychedelic Elders" with Françoise Bourzat.Francoise Bourzat holds a MA in Som...
Dennis McKenna - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week I continue my series of psychedelic elder confessors with the great Dennis McKenna – author of the classic book, The Brotherhood of the Sc...
Charles Bush - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week I continue my series of psychedelic elder confessors with my old friend Charles Bush – Philosopher, Educator, and former Executive Directo...
Chris Bache - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For decades, the public perception of psychedelics has been skewed by a pervasive stereotype about their users. To debunk this myth, I am showcasing r...
Michael Krasny - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week I had the privilege of interviewing one of my inspirations for this program, Dr. Dean Edell. This morning at 9 am PST I am delighted to welc...
Dr. Dean Edell
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our distinguished guest on Mind Body Health & Politics today at 9 am PST is Dr. Dean Edell– a pioneer in the field of health broadcasting, and my ve...
Cliff Barney - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This morning (9 am Pacific) I continue the Psychedelic Elders series with the latest confessor, my dear friend Cliff Barney (92 years old).Cliff is a ...
Dr. William Miller - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This morning (9am Pacific) I am honored to be interviewing William Miller, MD – the chief of staff at Mendocino County District Hospital – on a to...
Obi Kaufmann - Mind, Body, Health, and Politics
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Artist, author & naturalist Obi Kaufmann returns to the program with a hopeful Earth-day message regarding California conservation and ecology. A...
World's Foremost Water Healer: Dr. Wallace J. Nichols
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I welcome Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, author of Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, ...
Confessions of Cliff Ross: Psychedelic Elder
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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Jerry & Julie Brown: Confessions of Psychedelic Elders
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I welcome Jerry B. Brown, PhD and Julie Brown, coauthors of The Psychedelic Gospels.Jerry B. Brown, Ph.D., is an anthropologist and the Founding Profe...
Solving Homelessness: Architect Charles Durrett's Plan
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I am excited to welcome internationally known architect Charles Durrett as our guest.Charles Durrett, with his former wife, Kathryn McCamant coined th...
WOMEN'S RIGHTS, PORNOGRAPHY & PROSTITUTION Inbox
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I interview three internationally prominent sex worker activists Norma Jean Almodovar, Carol Leigh, and Veronica Vera. This interview will be part of ...
Covid Update & Confessions of a Psychedelic Elder - Dr. Thomas B. Roberts
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For the Covid Update I discuss the variants and vaccinations.I also interview the distinguished clinical psychologist, author and researcher, Dr. Thom...
Storytelling for Change with Phil Borges
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Borges sees storytelling as a primary tool for driving social change. Learn how his projects, Women Empowered, Crazywise and his TedTalks have pr...
John de Graaf/Film maker/Author
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Covid, consumerism and happiness This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
Obi Kaufmann: The Forests of California
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Forests of California This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.mi...
Anatomy of an Epidemic: Anti-Depressants
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Whitaker is a journalist and author of two books about the history of psychiatry, Mad in America and Anatomy of an Epidemic, and the co-author,...
Congressman Jared Huffman
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
4th in a series on government This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ww...
Mendocino County Supervisor Ted Williams on Local Government and the Pandemic
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of you know that I have been active in founding the COVID Response Network (CRN) on the Northern California Coast. We must be prepared to stop th...
Governor Jerry Brown on the Capitol Riots
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are all aware that we are living in extraordinary historical times. Austrian-born former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger likened last wee...
ENCORE: Stan Grof on LSD Therapy & Transpersonal Psychology
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews Dr. Stanislav Grof, M.D., the world's foremost scientist regarding LSD, the founder of Holotropic Breathwork and the ...
Confessions of a Psychedelic Psychologist
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As I continue my series of interviews with the "Psychedelic Elders" with Wisconsin-based psychologist, Dr. Allan Ajaya.Allan received his PhD from the...
Revisiting the Free Speech Movement
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TODAY ON MBH&P our guest will be Charlie Deist, who has intriguing things to say about free speech, the Free Speech Movement, and the Free Speech Radi...
Psychedelic Psychotherapy
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My guests this week, Drs. Genesee Herzberg and Jason Butler, are the co-founders of the pioneering Sage Institute – our country’s first psychedeli...
Are Psychedelics a Skill?
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If this feed falters, go to mindbodyhealthpolitics.org/listen-liveMy guest this week is founder of the Third Wave, Paul F. Austin. Paul struggled with...
Confessions of Psychedelic Elders
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Following my delightful interview with New York City psychoanalyst Charley Wininger, during which he openly spoke about his decades of responsible, re...
Stop, Drop and Roll: Charley Wininger on *Listening to Ecstasy*
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on Mind Body Health & Politics is Charley Wininger, LP, LMHC – a licensed psychoanalyst and mental health counselor specializing in relatio...
Dr. Gabor Maté on ADD & Social Stresses in the COVID Era
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on Mind Body Health & Politics in this episode is Dr. Gabor Maté– a physician and bestselling author of four books, published in twenty-fi...
A Tale of Two Masks Studies
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, we featured two prominent scientists on the topic of COVID-19. Two studies were mentioned: the Duke mask study, examining the efficacy of d...
COVID Survivial Guide: The Scientists Speak
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we turn the corner into winter, it's more important than ever to have an honest, science based, perspective on COVID-19. I will be interviewing pro...
Governor Jerry Brown addresses existential threats in an era of political mistrust
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dear Neighbors:In 1974, I was living at Wilbur Hot Springs and I heard about a man, my age, named Jerry Brown, who was a candidate for governor of Ca...
Dr. Jim Fadiman on Microdosing & Our Multiple Selves (ft. Dr. Nicolas Cozzi)
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every frog has his shadow self… How much more varied are we as human beings!If you have been operating under the illusion of the “Single Self Assu...
Kenneth P. Rosenthal
28 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Host, Dr. Richard Miller Interviews Ken Paul Rosenthal discussing his film "Whisper Rapture". Ken Paul Rosenthal's award winning films re-envision th...
Interview with Dr. Richard Miller on Psychedelic Medicine
14 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Guest Host, Charles Bush, Executive Director of the Fort Bragg Senior Center, interviews Mind Body Health & Politics Host, Dr. Richard Miller, on his ...
Treating Erectile Dysfunction
02 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Dr Richard Gaines, founder of the Gainswave, which purports to be a ground breaking method of treating erecti...
The Third Wave of Psychedelics
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Paul Austin MD, Founder of the Third Wave of Psychedelics which he writes will "usher in the dawn of a new ps...
Petra Schulte on Food for Life
16 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Petra Schulte is a nutrition educator who teaches healthy weight management, cancer prevention, reversing heart disease, and diabetes classes. Today's...
Medical Advancements in Male Sexuality
15 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Harvard Urologist and best selling author, Dr Abraham Morgentaler. Topics will include recent medical advance...
Interview with Mike Seeklander
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Mike Seeklander, author, International Firearms Competitor, National Firearms Safety Instructor, co-host of T...
Male Sexuality
14 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Dr Abraham Morgentaler. Associate Clinical Professor of Urology, Harvard University, on the subject of male s...
Living Harmoniously
25 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller will interview Peter Wells about his new concept, Living Harmoniously.Peter, father of 7, is an author, playwright, acto...
Interview with Dr David Nicol: Subtle Activism
09 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews David Nicol on his recent book, Subtle Activism: The Inner Dimension of Social and Planetary Transformation. ...
Combating Childhood Obesity
30 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Neil Davis and Tarney Sheldon of The Healthy Mendocino Project’s “Family Wellness and Childhood Obesity P...
The Big Pharma Lie: Antidepressants
14 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Dr Irving Kirsch on his ground breaking book, The Emperor's New Drugs. This book demonstrates that what every...
Mendocino Film Festival
24 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews the directors of two multi-award winning films which will be shown at the Mendocino International Film Festiv...
Ethan Nadelman: Legalizing all Substances
15 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Ethan Nadelmann, J.D., Ph.D., founder, and just retired Director of The Drug Policy Alliance, the country's f...
Ayelet Waldman on Microdosing with LSD
23 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Ayelet Waldman on her recent book: A Really Good Day: How Microdosing Made a Mega Difference in My Mood, My M...
Interview with Michael Whalen
08 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Michael Whalen about his struggle with apnea and weight loss. Michael Whalen is a composer of over 650 televi...
Transgender in Middle Class America
22 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews 2 transgender women, Gwen, a structural engineer and, Erica, an information technology specialist, both of wh...
Interview with Dr Philip Wolfson
10 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Interview with Dr Philip Wolfson by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
Dr. Julie Holland
02 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Dr Julie Holland on her most recent book, Moody Bitches: The Truth About the Drugs You're Taking, The Sleep You're Missing, The ...
Dr. Dennis McKenna: Brotherhood of the Screaming Abyss
28 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews Dr. Dennis McKenna: Brotherhood of the Screaming Abyss. Dr. McKenna is an ethnopharmacologist who has studied plant hall...
Crazywise
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Crazywise by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vis...
Encouraging Community
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Encouraging Community by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus e...
Weather Underground: Interview with Bill Ayers
22 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Ayers visits Mind Body Health & Politics to discuss "Demand The Impossible" This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other su...
Mind Body Health & Politics: in conversation with Charles Bush
22 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A conversation with Philosopher, Charles Bush This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ep...
In conversation with Dr Eric Maisel
22 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Richard Miller in conversation with Dr Eric Maisel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
Interview with Dr. Lonnie Barbach
22 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Lonnie Barbach, the country's foremost expert of Human Sexuality on her most recent book, For Each Other: Sharing Sexual Intimacy. Dr. Lonnie Barb...
Rob Valente: The Undoctor
06 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller will interview Rob Valente, The UnDoctor. He specializes in discovering and addressing the underlying causes of chron...
Dr. Thaïs Mazur and Dr. Wendy Wood on *Do No Harm: Mindful Engagement for a World in Crisis*
21 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller will interview Doctors Thaïs Mazur and Wendy Wood regarding their book, *Do No Harm: Mindful Engagement for a World ...
Dr. Stella Resnick on Desire, Pleasure, and Love
07 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller will interview Dr. Stella Resnick on her most recent book, *The Heart of Desire: Keys to the Pleasures of Love.*Dr. S...
Janet Hardy on *The Ethical Slut*
10 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard L. Miller interviews multiple award-winning, best-selling author and educator, Janet Hardy, on her latest of 12 books, entitled *The ...
Fabian Lizarraga on Police Work in Ft. Bragg
08 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Miller interviews Fabian Lizaragga, a former LAPD Captain who was recently appointed as Chief of Police in the city of Ft. Bragg, Ca...
Amanda Feilding on LSD Brain Imaging Studies
21 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard L. Miller interviews Amanda Feilding, founder of the Beckley Foundation, a UK-based think-tank and UN-accredited NGO, whose dual purp...
James Peal on Mindset and Cultivating a Positive Attitude (Interview Only)
06 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard L. Miller interviews author and motivational speaker James Peal, Ph.D.Peal says that each moment provides you with the opportunity to deci...
James Peal on Mindset and Cultivating Positive Attitudes
06 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard L. Miller interviews author and motivational speaker James Peal, Ph.D.Peal says that each moment provides you with the opportunity to deci...
Dr. Richard L. Miller's 50 Years in Psychology: A Retrospective
26 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard L. Miller provides an overview of the main lessons he has learned in his 50 years as a clinical psychologist. This is a public episod...
Tim Scully and Michael Randal - Sunshine Making Pt. 2
23 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Tim Scully and Michael Randall – two major historical figures in the "War on Drugs."Tim Scully was the sci...
Tim Scully and Michael Randall – Sunshine Making
09 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Tim Scully and Michael Randall – two major historical figures in the "War on Drugs."Tim Scully was the sc...
Charles Bush on Rethinking Senior Care
19 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Charles Bush, Philosopher, Educator and Executive Director of the Redwood Senior Center in Fort Bragg, Cal...
News & Notes in Psychology and Medicine
08 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
What do we really need to make informed decisions about our health? Dr. Miller takes up the big questions about how our political systems influence ou...
Attorneys Patrick Pekin & John Allison on the Legal Profession (Pt. II)
16 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller in conversation with Attorneys Patrick Pekin and John Allison regarding law and the legal profession.*Patrick Pekin b...
Robert Whitaker on *Anatomy of an Epidemic*
26 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Pulitzer prize nominated journalist Robert Whitaker describes the paradox of prescription drugs such as SSRIs and anti-psychotics in the treatment of ...
Dr. Michael and Annie Mithoefer on MDMA for PTSD
25 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mithoefer spent a decade of his early career as a board certified emergency medical physician. He is certified in internal medicine and in 199...
Transforming the Practice of Law and Choosing Your Lawyer with John Allison (Pt. I)
18 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
First in a Series on the Law and the Legal Profession: Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller will interview John Allison on his books *Transforming the Pra...
Larissa MacFarquhar on Radical Altruism and *Strangers Drowning*
06 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews renowned New Yorker journalist Larissa MacFarquhar, whose new book, *Strangers Drowning* reveals the indiv...
Dog Medicine with Julie Barton
25 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
DOG MEDICINE: How My Dog Saved Me From Myself by Julie Barton is a deeply moving, honest and provocative memoir about a woman’s love for her dog, a...
Rabbit Michael Lerner & Peter Gable on Spiritual Hunger
04 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Rabbi Michael Lerner is one of America's most significant progressive intellectuals and political leaders. He is rabbi of the Bay Area congregation Be...
Father Sean O'Laoire PhD
17 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Seán ÓLaoire, PhD, is a Catholic priest and licensed clinical psychologist specializing in transpersonal psychology. ÓLaoire regularly lectures and...
Dr. Richard Miller on The Issues of the Day
28 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller presents his views on a variety of issues related to our health, planet, and economy, while taking calls from the audience. This is...
Dr. Eric Maisel on Dealing with Creative Anxiety
16 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
*Mastering Creative Anxiety: 24 Lessons for Writers, Painters, Musicians, and Actors from America’s Foremost Creativity Coach In his decades as a p...
Father Seán ÓLaoire on the Nature of God
08 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews Guest Father Sean O'Laoire,PhD, on most recent book: Why? What is Your Life Telling You about Why you are Here. Do yo...
Dr. Ogi Ogas on *A Billion Wicked Thoughts*
08 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Ogi Ogas, Ph.D., co-author of *A Billion Wicked Thoughts: What the Internet Tells us About Sexual Relation...
Dr. Dave Nichols on the Suppression of (Certain) Chemical Compounds
05 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Dave Nichols on the Suppression of (Certain) Chemical Compounds by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this w...
Nicholas Cozzi on Modern LSD Research
17 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Dr. Nicholas Cozzi, Director of the Neuropharmacology Institute at the University of Wisconsin, about his wor...
Dr. Ofer Zur on Ethical Boundaries in Psychology
03 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller will interview Ofer Zur Ph.D., a contemporary psychologist, writer, and educator who specializes in therapeutic ethics a...
Dr. Rick Doblin on MAPS' Roadmap to Approving Psychedelics as Medicines
22 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Richard Louis Miller interviews Dr. Rick Doblin, Historic Founder, and Executive Director, of MAPS: The Multidisciplinary Association for ...
Ethan Nadelmann on the Drug Policy Alliance
05 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews Ethan Nadelman, JD, PhD on the Drug Policy Alliance, the leading organization in the United States promoting alternative...
Dr. Julie Holland on *Moody Bitches*
29 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews Dr. Julie Holland on her latest book, *Moody Bitches: The Truth About the Drugs You're Taking, the Sleep You're Missing,...
Dr. Gabor Mate on the Root Causes of Addiction
28 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard L. Miller interviews Dr. Gabor Mate, internationally renowned addiction specialist and author of a new book, *In the Realm of Hungry Ghost...
Dr. Stanislav Grof on LSD Research
28 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews Dr. Stanislav Grof, M.D., the world's foremost scientist regarding LSD, the founder of Holotropic Breathwork and the ...
Dr. William Courtney on the Non-Psychoactive Uses of Cannabis, Pt. II
05 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. William Courtney on the Non-Psychoactive Uses of Cannabis, Pt. II by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this...
Fadiman on LSD: User Experience & Dose
10 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Fadiman on LSD: User Experience & Dose by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get ...
Grob on LSD: Suppression of Research
10 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Grob on LSD: Suppression of Research by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get ac...
Fadiman on LSD: Safety
10 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Fadiman on LSD: Safety by Dr. Richard L. Miller This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ...
James Fox, the founder and director of the Prison Yoga Project
15 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Miller interviews James Fox, the founder and director of the Prison Yoga Project, an organization dedicated to establishing yoga and mindf...