This week we welcome the Belfast DJ Jude Dude to the series, supplying us with a smooth all-wax selection of deep, groovy and upbeat house, with tracks from the likes of John Tejada, Kynesis, Deep Rhythm and Denia. 

Jude says that the mix was made with the intention to improve mood, conserve positive emotions and decrease maintenance of thoughts. He has certainly been putting the Discogs hours in, digging deep into the realm of forgotten 90s house to curate a real corker of a mix. To catch more of Jude, head to Alto Radio where he has a great bi-monthly residency called Bioscaping. For now, crack open a beverage, put your feet up and enjoy some tasty and mindful beats.

https://soundcloud.com/judemckeever

Pick 'n' Mix #49: Jude Dude

Dr Matthew Johnson is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins, and one of the world’s most published scientists on the human effects of psychedelics.

His research focuses on the behavioural economics of drug use, addiction, and risk behaviour.

In this conversation, we explore:

— The underlying mechanisms which may help to explain why psychedelics are effective in treating a wide range of mental health problems

— What happens in the brain during a psychedelic experience 

— The potential risks and who should avoid psychedelic medicines

— Dr Johnson’s advice for mental health professionals considering integrating psychedelic treatments in their practice.

And more.

You can follow Matt on X @Drug_Researcher.

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Dr. Matthew W. Johnson, is a distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins University. He is internationally renowned for his prolific research on the human effects of psychedelics and his groundbreaking work in the behavioural economics of drug use, addiction, and risk behaviour. In 2008, Dr. Johnson published psychedelic safety guidelines, contributing to the resurgence of psychedelic research. He led groundbreaking studies on the psychedelic treatment of tobacco addiction and cancer distress, as well as investigating psilocybin for opioid dependence and PTSD. Dr. Johnson’s research extends beyond psychedelics, with influential studies on various psychoactive substances. As President of the International Society for Research on Psychedelics and a respected NIH-funded Principal Investigator, he continues to be a leading figure in the field. 

Learn more at https://clinicalconnection.hopkinsmedicine.org/participant/matthew-johnson-phd.

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3 Books Dr Johnson Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: 

— The Meaning of Addiction: An Unconventional View - Stanton Peele - https://amzn.to/3Q6GPF6

— Psychedelic Drugs Reconsidered - Lester Grinspoon and James B. Bakalar - https://amzn.to/3PLEwFX

— Acid Dreams: The Complete Social History of LSD: The CIA, the Sixties, and Beyond -  Martin A. Lee and Bruce Shlain - https://amzn.to/48O4FfZ

Psychedelics: The Future of Addiction Treatment? - Dr Matthew Johnson

Dr. James Hollis is one of the world’s leading Jungian analysts. Across a career spanning decades, he has written extensively on how we confront the unconscious, navigate midlife, and live with greater courage and self-awareness. His books include: Living an Examined Life, Under Saturn's Shadow, and a Life of Meaning. 

In this conversation, we explore: 

— The extent to which Dr. Hollis believes there is a "purposeful intelligence" at work in nature.

— How we live a larger life by asking larger questions - and the questions he finds more helpful for leading his clients to a path of enlargement

— How to distinguish between ego-based desires and those coming from a deeper place

— What Dr. Hollis learned from his near death experience in 2022. 

And more. 

You can learn more about his work and books at http://jameshollis.net

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James Hollis, Ph. D., was born in Springfield, Illinois, and graduated from Manchester University in 1962 and Drew University in 1967. He taught Humanities 26 years in various colleges and universities before retraining as a Jungian analyst at the Jung Institute of Zurich, Switzerland (1977-82). He is presently a licensed Jungian analyst in private practice in Washington, D.C. He served as Executive Director of the Jung Educational Center in Houston, Texas for many years and was Executive Director of the Jung Society of Washington until 2019, and now serves on the JSW Board of Directors. He is a retired Senior Training Analyst for the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts, was first Director of Training of the Philadelphia Jung Institute, and is Vice-President Emeritus of the Philemon Foundation. Additionally he is a Professor of Jungian Studies for Saybrook University of San Francisco/Houston.

He lives with his wife Jill, an artist and retired therapist, in a suburb of Washington, DC. Together they have three living children and eight grand-children.

He has written a total of twenty books, which have been translated into Swedish, Russian, German, Spanish, French, Hungarian, Portuguese, Turkish, Italian, Korean, Finnish, Romanian, Bulgarian, Farsi, Japanese, Greek, Chinese, Serbian, Latvian, Ukranian and Czech.

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Interview Links:

— Dr Hollis’ website - http://jameshollis.net

— Dr Hollis’ books - https://amzn.to/41xg1Co

Jung & The Purposeful Intelligence of Nature — Dr. James Hollis

Dr. Tamara Russell guiding a Get into the Green Transitional Pause
This three part exercise helps us to recognize and acknowledge what we bring with us from the day thus far into our current activities.  

This is a "green" variant of the Transitional Pause. Designed to activate the soothing system and allow you to strengthen your intention to care for your vehicle - the body.

https://drtamararussell.com/

Get into the Green Transitional Pause

Insights for Evolving Consciousness

In-depth interviews with leading thinkers at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, culture, and spirituality.

This show is for you if you’re interested in:

– Reducing suffering — in yourself and others
– Continuously upgrading your perspective
– Realising more of your potential
– Experiencing a greater sense of awe, meaning, and connection in everyday life.

New episodes every Thursday.

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