web02.fireside.fm Tue, 05 May 2026 12:38:31 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Altered Mates - Episodes Tagged with “Embodiment” https://www.alteredmates.com/tags/embodiment Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0800 Altered Mates is a podcast where two mates, each fascinated by altered states, meet to discuss the psychedelic experience and its implications for society, culture, health, science, and philosophy. Alejandro is novelist and a teacher of english and psychology. Tobias is an academic and a lecturer in social work and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Our conversations are always grounded in our own direct experiences with a range of ‘altered’ states of consciousness. Hero of the podcast, William James, suggests that, “Our normal waking consciousness… is but one special type of consciousness, whilst all about it, parted from it by the filmiest of screens, there lie potential forms of consciousness entirely different… No account of the universe in its totality can be final which leaves these other forms of consciousness quite disregarded.” You could say that we are trying to construct a better account of our universe, and we are taking James’ advice to heart, by seriously regarding those “other” forms of consciousness. Through our research and our subsequent discussions, we seek to find, update, and/or create, working models of the mind, and of reality, that help us to make sense of our world. We endeavour to integrate our own psychedelic experiences through the power of conversation. But we also seek to integrate the revelations of “the” psychedelic experience, and come to terms with the implications, from cultural, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives. Having said all that, we’re also just two normal blokes who enjoy each other’s company. And our fancy Socratic dialogues are filtered through our own unique brand of Australian banter. After all, we’re just two mates trying to enjoy our limited time on this planet, and to create a more meaningful life for ourselves and our community while we’re here. en-us episodic Two mates navigating altered states Altered Mates Altered Mates is a podcast where two mates, each fascinated by altered states, meet to discuss the psychedelic experience and its implications for society, culture, health, science, and philosophy. Alejandro is novelist and a teacher of english and psychology. Tobias is an academic and a lecturer in social work and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Our conversations are always grounded in our own direct experiences with a range of ‘altered’ states of consciousness. Hero of the podcast, William James, suggests that, “Our normal waking consciousness… is but one special type of consciousness, whilst all about it, parted from it by the filmiest of screens, there lie potential forms of consciousness entirely different… No account of the universe in its totality can be final which leaves these other forms of consciousness quite disregarded.” You could say that we are trying to construct a better account of our universe, and we are taking James’ advice to heart, by seriously regarding those “other” forms of consciousness. Through our research and our subsequent discussions, we seek to find, update, and/or create, working models of the mind, and of reality, that help us to make sense of our world. We endeavour to integrate our own psychedelic experiences through the power of conversation. But we also seek to integrate the revelations of “the” psychedelic experience, and come to terms with the implications, from cultural, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives. Having said all that, we’re also just two normal blokes who enjoy each other’s company. And our fancy Socratic dialogues are filtered through our own unique brand of Australian banter. After all, we’re just two mates trying to enjoy our limited time on this planet, and to create a more meaningful life for ourselves and our community while we’re here. yes altered states, psychedelics, ayahuasca, DMT, therapy, mushrooms, magic, spiritual, spirituality, religion Altered Mates alejandro.tuama@outlook.com Episode 14: Reflection & Intention https://www.alteredmates.com/14 a62ecc5e-6dd3-4004-8196-4ba15eeab4d5 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0800 Altered Mates full Altered Mates This episode provided an opportunity for Alejandro to "hold space..." while Tobias reflected on the year of 2023 and considered his intentions for an upcoming ayahuasca ceremony. 1:02:51 yes <p>This episode begins with a discussion of the role of dreams and quickly moves on to our issues with contemporary education in both university and high school contexts. Before long, we settle down into a discussion about Tobias’ intentions for an upcoming ayahuasca ceremony, and consider ideas of discipline and maintaining a clean and unpolluted body. </p> <p>We venture into some controversial realms; for instance, thinking about whether we can legitimately call psychiatrists “glorified drug-dealers”, and whether prescribing anti-depressant medication might actually be taking autonomy away from people and preventing them from following through in a process that might lead to growth...</p> <p>(As always, we remind listeners to take anything we say we a grain of salt— we are speculating here about the world around us, and we are open to be challenged and critiqued on anything we say). </p> <p>Tobias reflects on the profound realisation that there might be something in the world smarter than him. And finally, after much probing and prodding, he elaborates upon what can be thought of as an “embodied” approach to plant medicines. </p> <p><strong>References</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Toko-pa Turner — <a href="https://toko-pa.com/dreamschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dream School</a> </li> <li>Ava Irani — <a href="https://functionalspirituality.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Functional Spirituality</a> </li> <li>James Davies— <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Cracked/James-Davies/9781639360253" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Cracked</a> </li> <li>Rage Against the Machine— <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MLTwf5lKd8" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Freedom</a> </li> <li>Punk Therapy <a href="https://punktherapy.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Podcast</a> </li> <li>Dr. Sharon Stanley — <a href="https://www.somatictransformation.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Somatic Transformation</a> </li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avatar:_The_Last_Airbender" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Avatar: The Last Airbender</a></li> </ul> <p><strong>Links</strong> </p> <p><a href="https://www.alteredmates.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Altered Mates Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/altered.mates/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Altered Mates Instagram</a></p> <p>Music for the show by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wildmarmalade/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Si Mulumby</a></p> <p><strong>A Glimpse of Eternity by Alejandro Tuama</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Purchase the novel <a href="https://books2read.com/u/m2eWjG" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Listen to the serialised audiobook <a href="https://www.patreon.com/collection/560595?view=expanded" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>. </li> </ul> DMT, ayahuasca, mushrooms, psychedelic, trip, psilocybin, psychonaut, altered states, altered mates, mysticism, mystical, LSD, schizophrenia, LSD, psychosis, Carl Jung This episode begins with a discussion of the role of dreams and quickly moves on to our issues with contemporary education in both university and high school contexts. Before long, we settle down into a discussion about Tobias’ intentions for an upcoming ayahuasca ceremony, and consider ideas of discipline and maintaining a clean and unpolluted body.

We venture into some controversial realms; for instance, thinking about whether we can legitimately call psychiatrists “glorified drug-dealers”, and whether prescribing anti-depressant medication might actually be taking autonomy away from people and preventing them from following through in a process that might lead to growth...

(As always, we remind listeners to take anything we say we a grain of salt— we are speculating here about the world around us, and we are open to be challenged and critiqued on anything we say).

Tobias reflects on the profound realisation that there might be something in the world smarter than him. And finally, after much probing and prodding, he elaborates upon what can be thought of as an “embodied” approach to plant medicines.

References

Links

Altered Mates Website

Altered Mates Instagram

Music for the show by Si Mulumby

A Glimpse of Eternity by Alejandro Tuama

  • Purchase the novel here.
  • Listen to the serialised audiobook here.
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We venture into some controversial realms; for instance, thinking about whether we can legitimately call psychiatrists “glorified drug-dealers”, and whether prescribing anti-depressant medication might actually be taking autonomy away from people and preventing them from following through in a process that might lead to growth...

(As always, we remind listeners to take anything we say we a grain of salt— we are speculating here about the world around us, and we are open to be challenged and critiqued on anything we say).

Tobias reflects on the profound realisation that there might be something in the world smarter than him. And finally, after much probing and prodding, he elaborates upon what can be thought of as an “embodied” approach to plant medicines.

References

Links

Altered Mates Website

Altered Mates Instagram

Music for the show by Si Mulumby

A Glimpse of Eternity by Alejandro Tuama

  • Purchase the novel here.
  • Listen to the serialised audiobook here.
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