In this episode we speak with Robert Forte editor of Entheogens and the Future of Religion, The Road to Eleusis, and interviewer of Timothy Leary: Outside Looking In. We discuss his work as well as his relationship with Timothy Leary, and what he thinks of the future of entheogens. Read more at www.iamubermensch.com

In this episode we hear an interview done by Jeremy Narby (author of The Cosmic Serpent ) and the Evolver Intensive that we took part in back in April 2011. We hope that you enjoy hearing about Jeremy's amazing experiences and what he has learned from his ayahuasca journey. Links: http://evolverintensives.com/ http://www.amazon.com/Cosmic-Serpent-DNA-Origins-Knowledge/dp/075380851X

In this episode we hear an interview done by Jeremy Narby (author of The Cosmic Serpent ) and the Evolver Intensive that we took part in back in April 2011. We hope that you enjoy hearing about Jeremy's amazing experiences and what he has learned from his ayahuasca journey. Links: http://evolverintensives.com/ http://www.amazon.com/Cosmic-Serpent-DNA-Origins-Knowledge/dp/075380851X

In this episode we finish our interview with one of the most knowledgeable individuals on the internet about lucid dreaming. In this interview we speak with Ryan Hurd about his newest book Lucid Immersion Guidebook: a holistic blueprint for lucid dreaming as well as his other great works on lucid dreaming and how to produce better results for lucid dreams. Ryans bio: I have a MA in Consciousness Studies and a Certificate of Dream Studies from John F. Kennedy University. I also have a BA degree specializing in archaeology. I spent the better part of a decade excavating ruins in North America before turning inward to the riches of the mind, which are infinitely more valuable than any buried treasure. Less back aches this way too.My background has taught me that both views, objective science and self-inquiry, are critical for a more holistic view of Western knowledge to emerge. We need the earth and the sky, and everything in between.To see a list of my recent publications and academic presentations, as well as interviews and press, check out my Whereabouts page. Links of Interest: http://dreamstudies.org/ryan-hurd-books/ http://dreamstudies.org/ Sleep Paralysis: A Dreamer’s Guide

In this episode we are proud to have another interview by one of the most knowledgeable individuals on the internet about lucid dreaming. In this interview we speak with Ryan Hurd about his newest book Lucid Immersion Guidebook: a holistic blueprint for lucid dreaming as well as his other great works on lucid dreaming and how to produce better results for lucid dreams. Ryans bio: I have a MA in Consciousness Studies and a Certificate of Dream Studies from John F. Kennedy University. I also have a BA degree specializing in archaeology. I spent the better part of a decade excavating ruins in North America before turning inward to the riches of the mind, which are infinitely more valuable than any buried treasure. Less back aches this way too.My background has taught me that both views, objective science and self-inquiry, are critical for a more holistic view of Western knowledge to emerge. We need the earth and the sky, and everything in between.To see a list of my recent publications and academic presentations, as well as interviews and press, check out my Whereabouts page. Links of Interest: http://dreamstudies.org/ryan-hurd-books/ http://dreamstudies.org/ Sleep Paralysis: A Dreamer’s Guide

In this episode (part 2 of 2) we speak with Rak Razam, author of Aya: A Shamanic Odyssey. We talk about Rak’s involvement with ayahuasca as well as his perspective of reality and the understanding of our culture. Rak Razam is a founding editor of Undergrowth (www.undergrowth.org), Australia’s leading alternative arts and literature magazine, and the world’s leading experiential journalist, writing about and helping shape the emergence of a new cultural paradigm in the 21st century. Author of the critically acclaimed book Aya: A Shamanic Odyssey and the companion volume of interviews, The Ayahuasca Sessions (www.ayathebook.com), he is a frequent lecturer on ayahuasca and the shamanic revival sweeping the West, and is the co-director for the forthcoming Aya: Awakenings DVD (http://vimeo.com/20458066). He was also interviewed and appears in the CBS (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s) 2007 audio documentary In Search of the Divine Vegetal (www.podcastdirectory.com/podshows/2266458) talking about his ayahuaca experiences, which has been broadcast twice due to special demand to millions of people throughout North America.

In this episode we speak with Rak Razam, author of Aya: A Shamanic Odyssey. We talk about Rak’s involvement with ayahuasca as well as his perspective of reality and the understanding of our culture. Rak Razam is a founding editor of Undergrowth (www.undergrowth.org), Australia’s leading alternative arts and literature magazine, and the world’s leading experiential journalist, writing about and helping shape the emergence of a new cultural paradigm in the 21st century. Author of the critically acclaimed book Aya: A Shamanic Odyssey and the companion volume of interviews, The Ayahuasca Sessions (www.ayathebook.com), he is a frequent lecturer on ayahuasca and the shamanic revival sweeping the West, and is the co-director for the forthcoming Aya: Awakenings DVD (http://vimeo.com/20458066). He was also interviewed and appears in the CBS (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s) 2007 audio documentary In Search of the Divine Vegetal (www.podcastdirectory.com/podshows/2266458) talking about his ayahuaca experiences, which has been broadcast twice due to special demand to millions of people throughout North America.

Today we speak with Ross Heaven, author of a number of books on San Pedro, including "The Hummingbird's Journey to God: Perspectives on San Pedro, the Cactus of Vision." Ross Heaven, founder of The Four Gates, is a psychologist, author, healer, workshop facilitator and presenter. He has trained extensively in the shamanic, transpersonal and psycho-spiritual traditions and written more than 10 books on the psychology of empowerment, shamanism, plant medicines, healing, and love and relationships. Links: http://www.thefourgates.org/ http://www.facebook.com/ross.heaven http://www.soga-del-alma.org/2012/invited-guests/presenters/item/24-ross-heaven

Today we hear part 2 of 2 of our interview Mike Kawitzky, one of the founders of Cognition Factor as well as many different projects. Mike is an amazing person and allows us to ask him questions about his life, his current projects, and his hopes for humanity. You can read more about Mike and Cognition Factor at www.iamubermensch.com Links: http://www.cognitionfactor.net/ http://www.cognitionfactor.net/forum/ https://www.createspace.com/263978

Today we interview Mike Kawitzky, one of the founders of Cognition Factor as well as many different projects. Mike is an amazing person and allows us to ask him questions about his life, his current projects, and his hopes for humanity. You can read more about Mike and Cognition Factor at www.iamubermensch.com Links: http://www.cognitionfactor.net/ http://www.cognitionfactor.net/forum/ https://www.createspace.com/263978