Minds on Mushrooms

Jordan Power Music: Psychedelics, Queer Healing & His New Single

This week on Minds on Mushrooms, I sat down with the unapologetically bold and brilliantly queer Jordan Power. He's been a powerful voice in the podcasting world for years, and now he’s stepping into something even bigger: his musical debut.
Jordan’s new music, which has already attracted tens of thousands of followers on Spotify, wasn’t just written. It was received. During a powerful medicine ceremony, he accessed past lives, released stored grief, and unlocked years of repressed emotion.
What emerged was more than a voice. It was a deep remembrance of the creative force that had always been within him.
In our raw and electric conversation, we explore:
– How plant medicine helped him reconnect with his body and feel again
– Queerness as a portal to mystical healing and radical self-acceptance
– The alchemy of grief, illness, shame, and creative transformation – The law of attraction, meditation, and breathwork for manifestation
– Dating in this modern landscape as a mirror for growth
– And the power of discovering, honoring, and celebrating your unique gifts
If you’ve ever felt like your gifts were buried under shame or silence—this one’s for you.
Your gifts aren’t just meant to be discovered. They’re meant to be seen, lived, embodied—and celebrated.
Connect with Jordan Power: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanjpower/
Music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/12uvc7Jyw3SUOpFtnKOUkX?si=cxvsCQAyRTmdbDEUHkjFQw
Minds on Mushrooms isn’t just a podcast—it’s a portal. A remembering. A place where ancient plant wisdom meets modern healing, and where real stories of transformation are told without shame.
Each episode is an invitation to explore the medicine of microdosing, conscious leadership, and expanded self-awareness. Whether you're here out of curiosity, in the midst of a breakthrough, or walking the long road of integration—you belong here.
And if something you hear speaks to you, trust that feeling. I’m Maggie Kirkwood—psychedelic integration coach, microdosing mentor, and fellow traveler on the path.
I offer 1:1 coaching and guided support for those ready to shift their relationship with alcohol, reconnect with their truth, or simply feel more grounded, clear, and connected.
The medicine opens the door—but the real work is integration. You don’t have to do it alone.
Book an alignment call or explore more at mindsonmushrooms.com.
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Microdosing to Manifest: A Nurse Practitioner’s Awakening Through Psilocybin

In this special episode of Minds on Mushrooms, I sit down with Aimee Neumann — a brilliant nurse practitioner, functional medicine expert, Reiki master, and founder of Aligned Integrative Medicine. With a thriving clinical practice and a deep reverence for the body’s innate wisdom, Aimee brings a rare fusion of science and spirit to the psychedelic space.
What made this conversation so meaningful is that Aimee also worked with me as a microdosing client — and over the past year, I’ve witnessed her undergo profound personal and professional transformation. The introduction of psilocybin into her life brought nothing short of miracles.
Aimee opens up about how microdosing helped her shed victim mentality, confront emotional patterns with courage, and manifest aligned change — in her vocation, her relationships, and her inner world. She speaks candidly about how trusting her body, embracing stillness, and surrendering to the medicine catalyzed a powerful spiritual unfolding.
We explore the intersection of medicine and mysticism, the importance of perspective, and why honoring the whole human — mind, body, and spirit — is the future of healing.
This episode is a testament to the power of remembering who you are — and letting the medicine guide you home.
 
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Learn more about Aimee’s work at www.aimeeneumann.com
and her practice, Aligned Integrative Medicine
 
See Aimee in action on IG: https://www.instagram.com/aimeeneumann_np/
 
Minds on Mushrooms is a portal for remembrance — of who we are, why we’re here, and what’s possible when we walk with the Earth’s oldest teachers.
If this conversation stirred something in you, follow that feeling.
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The Alchemy of Grief & The Art of Integration with Deborah Kadagian

What happens after the psychedelic journey? How do we honor the wisdom, clarity, or lessons that arise — especially when they come through profound pain?
In this powerful episode, I sit down with integrative psychotherapist, artist, and author Deborah Kadagian to explore the often overlooked — but essential — process of integration.
Deborah shares her deeply personal story of losing her son, Sean, to a tragic fentanyl overdose — a loss that came as a complete shock and did not reflect his lifestyle. In the aftermath of unimaginable grief, Deborah turned to creativity, community, and psychedelics — including psilocybin, ayahuasca, and iboga — to begin transmuting her pain into something meaningful.
Together, we explore:
• Why integration is everything in psychedelic work
• How community and creativity become lifelines in grief
• The importance of making space to express the gifts you receive during a psychedelic journey
• The reality that grief is not something to "fix" — but something to move with
• The promise of plant medicines like iboga in healing opioid addiction
This conversation is for anyone navigating loss, exploring psychedelics, or simply wondering how to carry what they've learned in altered states back into their everyday life. Grief, like psychedelics, opens us — and what we do with that opening is where the real work begins.
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See more of Debbie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dk333art/
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Microdosing for Mental Health: Psilocybin, LSD & The Golden Rule with Tiffany Hurd & Rachel Pastor

In this heart-centered episode, I sit down with Tiffany Hurd and Rachel Pastor, the powerhouse duo behind The Golden Rule—a female-founded microdosing company rooted in education, accessibility, and transformation. We dive into their personal journeys, the winding paths that led them to psychedelics, and the divine nudge that inspired them to create impactful offerings around microdosing with psilocybin and LSD.
Tiffany and Rachel open up about their mission to demystify plant medicine, break stigmas, and provide approachable, soul-led guidance for those ready to explore alternative healing. Whether you're curious about microdosing or already on your journey, this conversation offers inspiration, wisdom, and a reminder that healing is our birthright—and sometimes, the medicine finds us exactly when we need it most.
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Learn more about Golden Rule:
Get your free microdosing guide here https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=WKGmWH&g=RFgV5x
 
Website: https://goldenrulemushrooms.com
 
Email: Hello@goldenrulemushrooms.com
 
Instagram:
@goldenrulemushrooms
@goldenrulemicrodose
@Rachel.Pastor
@iamtiffanyhurd
 
Resources:
List of Medications & Supplements you can microdose with: https://microdosinginstitute.com/microdosing-101/faq/microdosing-combining-medication-supplements/
Psychedelic data base: https://www.bizdelics.com/psychedelics-ecosystem-data-base/#therapeutic
Psychedelic research: https://psychedelicalpha.com
For more information please visit: www.mindsonmushrooms.com
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Unlocking the Critical Learning Period: How to Transform Your Mind & Life

Welcome to a new segment of Maggie on Mushrooms! I’m excited to bring you these shorter, focused episodes where we dive into powerful concepts designed to help you on your healing and transformation journey. This segment is all about sharing practical insights and tools that you can immediately apply to your life.
 
In this video, I dive into a powerful concept that can change your life—The Critical Learning Period. It’s that special window of time when your mind and body are incredibly open to transformation, ready to create new connections, habits, and perspectives. This heightened state of learning is often associated with psychedelics like psilocybin, but it can also be accessed through meditation, breathwork, creative flow states, emotional breakthroughs, and even deep somatic therapy.
 
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have been studying how psilocybin can enhance neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to reorganize and create new neural pathways. Their studies show that when psychedelics are used with intention and integration, the brain’s capacity for change and healing is amplified. But here’s the catch: The magic isn’t just in the breakthrough itself; it’s in the integration. It's about turning insight into true embodiment, creating lasting change, and transforming how you show up in the world.
 
💡 What You’ll Learn:
 
• What the Critical Learning Period is and how it works.
 
• Powerful ways to activate this window of transformation (psychedelics, meditation, breathwork, creativity, and more).
 
• Why integration is EVERYTHING and how to do it effectively.
 
• How I can help you tap into your Critical Learning Period to create real, sustainable change.
 
If this speaks to you, trust that feeling. Book an alignment call with me here: https://www.mindsonmushrooms.com/calendly-1
Let’s work together to make your transformation a lasting reality.
 
✨ Have you experienced a Critical Learning Period recently? Drop a comment below! I’d love to hear your story.
 
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Can Microdosing Help Seniors? Aging & Awakening with Robert Hildreth

In this episode of Minds on Mushrooms, I sit down with Robert Hildreth, a passionate advocate for teaching seniors the skill of microdosing. With years of experience in psychedelic medicine—including ayahuasca, psilocybin, and wachuma ceremonies—Robert brings hard-earned wisdom from his own trials and tribulations with these powerful substances.
His journey hasn’t been without challenges. After an unnerving LSD experience where set, setting, and personal circumstances led to an overwhelming and disorienting trip, Robert questioned whether he would ever take psychedelics again.
It wasn’t until 2017 that he reapproached psilocybin and LSD with a new perspective, gaining a deeper understanding of preparation, integration, and responsible use. Now, he’s committed to sharing his lessons, helping seniors safely explore microdosing as a tool for clarity, healing, and personal growth.
We recorded this conversation fresh off an immersive experience at the Psychedelic Coaching Institute Intensive in Costa Rica—one of the most transformative journeys of our lives. Together, we reflect on what we learned, how psychedelics continue to shape our personal evolution, and why microdosing can be a powerful bridge to well-being at any stage of life.
🔊 Tune in for wisdom, personal revelations, and a conversation that bridges generations through the power of plant medicine.
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For more information on Robert and his services please visit: https://paperbell.me/robert-hildreth https://www.instagram.com/roberthildre/

Minnesota’s First Kava Lounge: How Psychedelics Inspired a Sanctuary for Human Connection

In this episode, I sit down with Navid Amini, the visionary behind Zen Room Kava Lounge—the first kava lounge in Minnesota. Navid made a bold and unexpected leap, walking away from his career as a medical coroner(!) and his deep work in an AI-driven, healthcare startup to create a space for healing, storytelling, and community. At Zen Room, guests gather in an energy-filled sanctuary to share meaningful conversations over a warm, soothing cup of kava—a plant medicine known for its stress-relieving, anxiety-reducing, and socially connective properties. Navid opens up about how psilocybin and ayahuasca helped him see beyond the corporate world and into his true purpose: building something that serves people on a deeper level. This is a conversation about transformation, listening to your intuition, and taking the leap toward a more fulfilling life. If you're curious about kava, the power of plant medicines, or creating intentional community spaces, this episode is for you! 🌿✨
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Here's more on Minnesota's first Kava Lounge: https://www.zenroomkava.com/ https://www.instagram.com/zenroomkava/

Transmuting Pain Into Beauty: Mary Bue’s Journey Through Music and Medicine

It's Season Two of Minds On Mushrooms! Get ready for a soulful, inspiring ride with the fabulous Mary Bue! 🎶 This singer, songwriter, yoga teacher, and retreat creator knows how to turn life’s curveballs into music that moves the soul. We dive into Mary’s transformative journeys, her raw honesty about self-love struggles, and how she channels it all into art that’s equal parts magic and medicine. Oh, and her 9th album, The Wildness of Living and Dying, drops February 7th—don’t miss the scoop on her epic album release party! Stick around for a special treat: Mary closes the episode with a live performance of her song “The Wait” from her home piano. This one’s got heart, healing, and a whole lot of fun! 💫
More on Mary Bue: www.marybue.com
Tickets to Parkway Theater Album Release Party 2.16.25!
Support Mary on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marybue
IG: https://www.instagram.com/marybuemusic/?hl=en
 
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Bloom & Bliss with Zoe Klimek: Floral Essences & Healing Soundscapes

In this heartwarming episode of Minds on Mushrooms, join us for a journey through the gentle, healing energies of the gifted Zoe Klimek. Zoe is a spiritual artist who brings a unique perspective to plant medicine, reaching beyond psychedelics into the ancient world of floral essences and the magic of sound healing. Through her sweet and sentimental journey, Zoe has helped countless people find peace, calm, and connection in our chaotic world. Together, we dive into her story, her work with sacred plant wisdom, and the healing frequencies of sound. Close your eyes and relax as we wrap up with a special sound bath and meditation, designed to bring you tranquility and joy. Tune in, let go, and discover a moment of light and calm in your day! Zoë Klimek, owner of Emerald Heart Collective LLC is a Master Clinical and Community Herbalist, Placenta Encapsulator, Artist, and Intutive Energy Worker. She loves all things nature and plants and feels it’s so valuable to live a life in connection with Mother Earth’s cycles. She also enjoys creating spaces for people to gather in community and support one another along their journey.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/emeraldheartcollective_/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080376345081
www.emeraldheartcollective.com
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Awakening Freedom: Chuchu’s Path from Control to Consciousness

In this episode of Minds on Mushrooms, we are joined by Chuchu, co-founder of Ceremonia, a legal, non-profit psilocybin and ayahuasca transformational healing center in Colorado. Chuchu shares her incredible journey—from escaping a life of control in China to achieving multi-million dollar business success in America, only to find herself sad and unfulfilled. Through psychedelics, she discovered her true calling and now helps high-level leaders awaken, heal, and manifest through creativity and connection. Ceremonia’s programs combine Eastern philosophy with cutting-edge advancements in psychology, neuroscience, and even AI. Tune in to explore Chuchu’s powerful story of freedom, transformation, and leading a life rooted in love, effortlessness, and impact.
Learn more about Ceremonia here: https://www.ceremoniacircle.org/
Discover more about Chuchu on Instagram!
Book time with Chuchu here!
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