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Ep. 142 - Transformative Journeys: Healing with Sacramental Psilocybin - An Interview with Mike Smith

Join host Theresa Noach as she sits down with Mike Smith, the visionary founder and head alchemist of Alchemist Farms. In this heartfelt episode, Mike opens up about his transformative experience during a ceremony led by Theresa through the Sacred Warrior Fellowship. He shares how profoundly impactful that journey was for him.With years of expertise in the realm of medicinal plants, Mike provides valuable insights into the benefits of microdosing psilocybin. Discover how this practice can facilitate a deeper connection with Spirit and promote inner healing. Alongside personal anecdotes, Mike also highlights crucial scientific facts about psilocybin’s effects.Tune in to learn about the fascinating ways psilocybin can foster the creation of new neural pathways in the brain when used thoughtfully. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that blends personal experience with scientific understanding!

Ep. 141 - Combat Veteran Wives: Healing Through the Unknown

Join us in this illuminating episode of the MaxAfterburner Podcast episode 141 as host Theresa Noach interviews Tommi Kirkpatrick, a combat veteran's wife and homeschooling mother of six, who recently embarked on a transformative journey with the Sacred Warrior Fellowship. Following her husband’s own life-changing ceremony, Tommi bravely confronts the dark secrets of her childhood navigating the complexities of motherhood, faith, and personal healing.In this heartfelt conversation, Tommi opens up about her struggles with identity, often hidden behind beautiful dresses and smiles and helping others, and the pain of feeling lost in the world. A dedicated mentor to women in her community, Tommi reflects on her journey of self-discovery that led her to explore her healing needs through a psilocybin ceremony—a choice initially seen as taboo within her cultural and faith background.Listen as Tommi and Theresa share relatable experiences about the challenges many women face when prioritizing the needs of others while neglecting their own healing journeys. Discover how Tommi's courageous decision has not only changed her personal narrative but also the trajectory of her family's legacy.Tune in for an inspiring discussion that encourages reflection, growth, and the importance of embracing one’s true self.Keywords: Tommi Kirkpatrick, Combat Veteran Wife, Homeschooling Mother, Personal Healing, Psilocybin Ceremony, Sacred Warrior Fellowship, Women’s Mentorship, Faith Community, Overcoming Dark Secrets, Personal Growth, Family Legacy, Mental Health, Transformative Journey, Podcast Interview.

Ep. 140 - No Fallen Heroes: Justice, Healing, and Awakening

In this episode, Matthew “Whiz” Buckley delivers one of his most unfiltered and important debriefs to date.He opens by addressing the Somalian fraud uncovered in Minnesota, and the deep outrage it ignites in him as a combat veteran. While millions are exploited through systemic fraud, countless veterans continue to fight exhausting, dehumanizing battles to access the benefits they were promised for their service. Buckley makes one thing clear: these benefits are not handouts. They are obligations. Earned. Owed.The conversation then shifts to a year-end debrief of No Fallen Heroes Foundation and what 2025 represented. Buckley reflects on the lives impacted, the healing witnessed, and the responsibility that comes with holding space for those carrying war, trauma, addiction, and loss. He also previews what lies ahead in 2026, outlining the next phase of growth, reach, and mission expansion as the foundation continues its work to bring real healing home to veterans and their families.The second half of the episode turns deeply personal and profoundly human.Buckley shares a raw debrief of his own spiritual awakening and why it became an inseparable part of his healing journey. He speaks to the spiritual injuries that so often go unnamed, especially among veterans, and challenges the idea that healing can be complete without addressing the deeper questions of identity, meaning, and connection. Awakening, he explains, is not a sign of being broken, but a process of remembering what was always there beneath the trauma.This episode stands at the intersection of accountability, service, and transformation. It is a call to honor veterans not just with words, but with action. And it is an invitation for anyone on a healing path to understand that spiritual awakening is not separate from recovery. It is often the doorway through it.This is not a comfortable conversation.It is a necessary one.Return Home.

Ep. 139 - The Science of Ibogaine with Dr. Deborah Mash revisited

We are revisiting this powerful episode, in which Whiz sits down with Dr. Deborah Mash, the renowned neuroscientist known as the Queen of Ibogaine. While Whiz and countless others share their personal healing journeys with ibogaine, Dr. Mash brings the hard science. With over 30 years of research, she breaks down how ibogaine and its metabolite, noribogaine, work to heal trauma and addiction at the neurological level—including a scientific analysis of Whiz’s own experience.Dr. Mash tackles the fear and misinformation surrounding this medicine, explaining how the risks can be mitigated—or even eliminated—with proper protocols. She also discusses her groundbreaking work in taking the “psychedelic” out of the psychedelic experience, making ibogaine more accessible for those hesitant about the visionary aspects. As she asks, “Do you need the trip to get to the destination?”Dr. Mash also shares an exciting update on her company, DemeRx, and its mission to revolutionize treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD).If you’re curious about ibogaine, considering sitting with this medicine, or know someone who could benefit, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Mash is the leading authority on the subject—and now, the newest member of the No Fallen Heroes advisory board.

Ep. 138 - From Trauma to Triumph: Setting Intentions for a Purposeful Life

In this episode, we sit down with Theresa Noach, a dedicated Ceremony facilitator for the Sacred Warrior Fellowship. Join us as she dives deep into the transformative significance of setting intentions for both life and Entheogenic ceremonies. Theresa shares her personal journey, revealing how the trauma that once defined her has been reshaped into a source of empowerment and purpose. With a focus on divine alignment, she openly discusses her triumphant path through domestic violence, illustrating that anyone can find meaning in their struggles. Tune in to this heartfelt conversation that inspires resilience and the pursuit of a purposeful life. Ready to deepen your journey towards empowerment and purpose? Visit us at nofallenheroes.com ↗ (https://nofallenheroes.com) to learn more about our mission and resources. Don’t forget to check out the Sacred Warrior Fellowship at sacredwarriorfellowship.org ↗ (https://sacredwarriorfellowship.org) for transformative experiences. And for some inspiring merch, head over to getmaverickmind.com ↗ (https://getmaverickmind.com). Join us in embracing resilience and creating a meaningful life! Intentions Entheogenic ceremonies Trauma transformation Empowerment Divine alignment Domestic violence Resilience Purposeful living Sacred Warrior Fellowship Personal journey Healing Spiritual growth Sacred ceremonies