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#52 - Adam Marr: Healing Veterans and Families
#52 - Adam Marr: Healing Veterans and Families
#52 - Adam Marr: Healing Veterans and Families
Friday 17th October 2025
Explore Adam Marr's journey from combat missions to psychedelic healing and advocacy for veterans.
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Episode Overview
- Psychedelic therapies can offer profound healing for veterans.
- Conventional mental health care often falls short for those with PTSD.
- Family support is crucial in the recovery journey.
- Leadership roles can exacerbate emotional disconnection.
- National advocacy can drive meaningful policy changes.
"For 10 years, it was just a constant state of being evaluated on my knowledge and performance."
Ever wondered what it takes to transition from flying Apache helicopters to championing mental health reform? Meet Adam Marr, a former combat pilot who swapped battlefields for the advocacy frontlines. This episode offers a gripping look at Adam's journey through personal trauma and healing, using psychedelic therapies like Ayahuasca and Ibogaine. Host Talia Eisenberg delves into how these experiences catalysed Adam's spiritual rebirth and his subsequent work in national advocacy for veterans.
With anecdotes that range from his military service to his family tragedies, Adam's story is as inspiring as it is heart-wrenching. The conversation doesn't shy away from the nitty-gritty details of dealing with PTSD and the limitations of conventional mental health care. Adam shares candidly about the toll of leadership responsibilities and how they pushed him towards emotional disconnection.
Yet, it's his first-hand accounts of psychedelic healing that stand out, painting a vivid picture of how these treatments have not only transformed his life but also influenced policy changes. As Adam recounts his experiences with psychedelic medicines, you'll find yourself questioning the status quo of mental health treatments and rooting for more inclusive healing options.
Whether you're a veteran, a family member, or someone interested in alternative therapies, this episode provides a compelling narrative on the power of resilience and the transformative potential of psychedelics. Are you ready to question what you know about healing?