In this episode, we dive into an intimate and expansive conversation exploring the vibrant intersections of music, psychedelics, and ancestral healing.From the opening moments, we delve into the potent role of music as a guide in psychedelic journeys, integration practices, and even microdosing. For us, music is far more than background—it’s a co-pilot that shapes the emotional and psychological landscape of transformative experiences. We share personal stories illustrating how certain songs have unlocked memories, triggered cathartic releases, and even allowed different parts of ourselves to speak and be heard.Kristen shares how her relationship with music has evolved over time, moving from classical pieces—which sometimes kept her in her head—to the visceral magic of tribal and rhythmic playlists. She describes how music bridges conscious and unconscious realms, especially when paired with somatic practices like singing or body scans. For Kristen, lyrics have become a kind of map, helping her uncover emotional truths beneath the songs that have always brought her to tears—a practice she’s now integrating into her therapy work.Joi reflects on musical milestones in her own journeys, from a transformative teenage acid trip scored by Led Zeppelin to recent experiences where music engaged all five senses. She shares how poetry and music have intertwined during journeys, revealing how artistic expression often flows organically from psychedelic states and can become a powerful tool for integration.Sam speaks about how different musical “flavors”—from the structured energy of classical music to the primal power of shamanic chanting—shape the tone and depth of a session. She describes how certain shamanic songs feel as though they “know her” and continue to serve as portals back into mystical terrain, whether she’s microdosing or simply listening in everyday life.We also dive into scientific insights that fascinate us, including studies showing how psilocybin enhances emotional responses to music, while SSRIs tend to blunt them across the board. A particularly intriguing 2020 study found that overtone-based music, rather than traditional classical compositions, is more likely to evoke mystical experiences—a finding that has us rethinking the music we choose for future journeys.Yet music’s power isn’t absolute. We explore the healing role of noble silence, reflecting on how intentional quiet can become a profound container for inner work during psychedelic sessions.“Notes from the Other Side” offers a rich tapestry of personal stories, scientific curiosity, and soulful inquiry. We invite you to join us as we explore how music—and sometimes silence—can open portals to the deepest parts of ourselves, guiding us through the unknown and helping us bring wisdom back into everyday life.

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