# Psychedelics and Ayahuasca - with Simon Ruffell Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/psychedelics-and-ayahuasca-with-simon-ruffell Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/psychedelics-and-ayahuasca-with-simon-ruffell.md Podcast: [The Vancrux Podcast - Host Jeevan Matharu](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250) Published: 2026-04-13T14:17:00+00:00 Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/thevanquishpodcast/2731457 Audio file: https://content.rss.com/episodes/182135/2731457/thevanquishpodcast/2026_04_13_14_16_45_90bd89ad-13f6-4e2e-b150-fbff7e01021d.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/episodes/psychedelics-and-ayahuasca-with-simon-ruffell Duration seconds: 3990 ## Resource In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Simon Ruffell β€” a lecturer, psychiatrist, psychedelic researcher, and trainee shaman β€” to explore one of the most fascinating and controversial areas of modern science and consciousness. We dive deep into the world of psychedelics, discussing their potential benefits for mental health, the risks and misconceptions surrounding them, and the growing political and cultural debate shaping their future. Simon breaks down the importance of set and setting , explaining why mindset and environment are crucial in determining whether these experiences lead to healing or harm. This is a powerful conversation that challenges perspectives, expands understanding, and explores the intersection of science, spirituality, and human transformation. 🌐 Follow Simon Ruffell: Website https://www.drsimonruffell.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sgdruffell/?hl=en Research / Work https://onaya.science/simon-ruffell πŸ”₯ Sponsored By: β˜• Strong Coffee Company β€” Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com πŸ’Š More Labs β€” Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com 🍬 LiQure Gummies β€” Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com πŸ”₯ Useful Links: πŸ“˜ Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu πŸ“— A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0 πŸ“• Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb πŸ“˜ The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb πŸ“˜ The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP 🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/ 🧒 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/episodes/psychedelics-and-ayahuasca-with-simon-ruffell/transcription-requests` β€” Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/psychedelics-and-ayahuasca-with-simon-ruffell.md` β€” Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.