Conscious Co-Parenting Institute and the Church of Soul Illumination
Dorcy Pruter, founder of the Conscious Co-Parenting Institute and the Church of Soul Illumination, discussed her journey and work with […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
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Mentoring, Podcasts
Potential Benefits of Using AI in Mental Health
Richard Zwicky talks with Dr. Tirrell De Gannes about the ethical considerations and potential benefits of using AI in mental […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Latin Herbalism and Traditional Healing Practices with Josie Castaneda
Richard Zwicky speaks with Josie Castaneda about her kurandera practice, which combines traditional Mexican herbal healing with holistic approaches to […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Family Systems and National Healing with Phyllis Leavitt
Phyllis Leavitt discusses how family systems dynamics apply to national healing, focusing on ineffective communication and a “win-lose” paradigm as […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Bloomwell Study Shows Medical Cannabis Effective for Sleep Disorders
Julian Wichmann, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Bloomwell Group, shared findings from a sleep disorder study involving over 1,000 patients. […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Dr. Mary Darden-Robinson: Navigating “Toxic Diversity Deserts”
Dr. Mary Darden-Robinson, introduced by Richard Zwicky, engaged in a discussion regarding the concept of “toxic diversity deserts” in workplace […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Impact of the Pandemic on Mental Health: A Discussion with Dr. Shila Patel
Dr. Shila Patel discussed the pandemic's impact on mental health, emphasizing increased anxiety, depression, and societal fracturing due to social […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
“Not Good Enough”: Sabrina Trobak on Core Beliefs and Healing
Richard Zwicky interviewed Sabrina Trobak, a trauma recovery counselor, about her therapeutic model, which focuses on resolving core beliefs and […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Hugh Flynn on Conservatorship and Mental Health
Hugh Flynn, an award-winning journalist and playwright, about his recently published memoir, Something Special Be. This memoir chronicles Flynn's personal experience […]
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Unmasking the Self: Exploring Ego Death and Personal Transformation with AJ Murillo
This discussion between Richard Zwicky and AJ Murillo delves into the complex concept of ego death, exploring its definition, the […]
Blog, Interviews - Psychedelics, Mentoring, Podcasts
A conversation with Tom Feegel; A Holistic Approach to Healing from Addiction with Ibogaine
This discussion with Tom Feegel, founder of Beond, explores their personal journey with opioid addiction and their family member's recovery […]
Blog, Interviews - Psychedelics, Mentoring, Podcasts
Sustainable Excellence For Life Advice and Personal Success, an Interview with Terry Tucker
Richard Zwicky interviewed Terry Tucker, author of Sustainable Excellence, focusing on the core themes of his book. Tucker delved into […]
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Mental Health Wellness: Discovering Your Potential in Retirement with Sharon Rolph
Richard Zwicky explores the transformative journey of retirement with behavioral scientist and author, Sharon Rolph. Known as the “Queen of […]
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Ancestral Wisdom for Modern Mental Health with Andrew Ecker
Richard Zwicky delves into the unique approach of Andrew Ecker, who seamlessly blends ancestral heritage with contemporary mental health practices. […]
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Unveiling Unconscious Truths; Susan Schwartz
Susan Schwartz, Ph.D., and Richard Zwicky engage in a rich discussion exploring the multifaceted nature of imposter syndrome. They delve […]
Blog, Interviews - Psychedelics, Mentoring, Podcasts
Mental Health Interviews: Jill Sitnick, Psychedelic Journeys: Healing Trauma and Exploring Consciousness
Richard Zwicky speaks with Jill Sitnick, a psychedelic integration coach, who shares their experiences with MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD. The […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Enthotech’s Odyssey: Healing Chronic Pain and Mental Health
Richard Zwicky interviewed Fraser Johnston of Enthotech Clinic, a multidisciplinary clinic offering treatments for chronic pain and mental health conditions. […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Visual Color Timer: A Unique Approach to Time Management
Scott McLean, creator of the Visual Color Timer, detailed the unique features of his product, emphasizing its bright green colors […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Dr. Jonathan Fields on Integrative Health, Cannabis, and Psychedelic Therapy
Dr. Jonathan Fields, a distinguished integrative doctor, author, martial arts instructor, keynote speaker, and plant medicine advocate, discusses his multifaceted […]
Leadership Means Working for Your Team
I wrote a lot over the holidays, and I’m very close to finishing another book. It will explore what it […]
Slaying Toxicity’s Dragon
How to Combat Toxicity to Foster Innovation and Growth Toxicity in the workplace will undermine organizational success if left unchecked. […]
Fostering a Culture of Resilience in the Workplace
Resilience is not just a character trait; it is a collective strength that drives organizations forward. Resilience has become one […]
Reflection’s Critical Role in your Life
Setting aside time for reflection is often undervalued despite its essential role in fostering learning, self-awareness, and sustainable development. Taking […]
Empowering Employees for Growth Opportunities
Harnessing the Potential of a Workforce to Drive Organizational Success Empowered employees exhibit higher levels of engagement, innovation, and productivity. […]
Driving Growth through Innovation
Encouraging Innovation and Creative Thinking As technology and competition continue to evolve, organizations are harder-pressed to remain competitive. Fostering a […]
Operational Challenges and How they Affect Mental Health
The other day, a colleague asked me about how to deal with an organization that had displayed a lack of […]
The Keys to Collaboration
Promoting Collaboration and Teamwork for a United Organization Building an organizational culture that promotes collaboration is essential for operational efficiency […]
Fostering Open Communication for a Stronger Team
Effective communication is the bedrock of a healthy workplace, fostering trust, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. Despite our […]
Prioritizing Well-Being
The start of a New Year offers the perfect opportunity to prioritize mental and physical well-being. Mental health and wellness […]
Reflection and Celebrating Wins: A Foundation for Growth – Tips for Growth
Learning from Challenges While it’s natural for people to focus on victories, reflecting on challenges is even more important. In […]
Preparing for Success – Tips
Fresh starts and setting meaningful goals The beginning of any new term is an ideal moment for both employers and […]
Organizational Stress and the Rule of Threes
Last week, I had interesting conversations with the presidents of two organizations I advise. They expressed their concerns regarding how […]
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Turning ‘But Why’ into Leadership Growth
To succeed as managers, we must develop a diverse skill set. However, to be a leader, we must learn and […]
Managing Unfair Criticism
Unfortunately, almost everyone has dealt with a manager who doesn’t communicate well, or leaves them feeling like “my manager doesn’t […]
Managing Mistakes
Mistakes are an inevitable part of our days. We all make them, and some are worse than others. While mistakes […]
Business Advice, Podcasts
Breaking the Circuit: A Therapist’s Journey to Sobriety and Resilience
Samantha Harte, a physical therapist and author, joined me on High on Healthy to discuss her journey to sobriety and […]
Business Advice
Amanita Muscaria: A Promising Natural Compound with Challenges and Potential
Christian Rasmussen, owner of Minnesota Nice Ethnobotanicals, the largest Amanita muscaria retailer, wholesaler and importer, discussed the potential benefits and […]
Business Advice
From Construction to Wellness: Chris Terzakos’ Journey to Self-Belonging
Chris Terzakos shares his inspiring story of transitioning from the construction industry to wellness advocacy, motivated by personal losses and […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Managing partnership breakdowns
Unless you are immortal, every relationship has an expiry date. Unfortunately, none of us know when that will be nor […]
Business Advice
Chakra-Centered Cannabis: Cultivating Calm and Connection Through Retreats
Holly Teegarden, Owner of MoodRXtreats, The Moodment, Moodporium and Cannamood Apparel shares her transformative journey from marketing maven to cannabis […]
Business Advice
Toni’s Journey: Advocating Cannabis for Wellness
Toni, a registered nurse and advocate for cannabis wellness, discussed her involvement in the industry. Running two businesses promoting holistic […]
Balancing Risks and Rewards: Investing in Early Stage Companies
Investing in early-stage companies can be both exhilarating and perilous. Understanding the risks and the strategies to mitigate those risks […]
Corporate Culture, Mentoring
If businesses were managed like politics, every company would be bankrupt!
If we ignore the past, All Cycles Repeat How many monopolies survive long-term? How many companies would succeed long-term if, […]
Today’s newest technologies were obsolete yesterday
Innovation drives progress at a relentless pace. No matter how groundbreaking it may seem, every new technological offering is already […]
The Role of Competition in Entrepreneurship: Why Being First to Market Isn’t Always Best
Competition is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can be intimidating, creating pressure and uncertainty. On the other hand, […]
Seeking Investment for Tech Sector Product Startups: A Guide for Executives
In the tech sector, change is the normal expectation on any given day, and within the industry, very few mature […]
The Strategic Advantage of Bootstrapping in the IT Services Sector: A Guide for Startup Executives
In business, the method of funding an owner / operator chooses will significantly influence a company’s trajectory and ultimate success. […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Investors with More Choices Make Fewer Decisions – Top Ten List
“To save one child from abuse and prevent one suicide while earning more than one billion dollars for investors.” This […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Towns with Fewer Doctors Have Lowered Injury Rates
In a world where ‘facts’ and statistics are thrown around like confetti at a parade, it’s easy to fall into […]
Strategies for hiring for success
In yesterday’s post, Towns with more churches tend to have more criminals, I proposed that you need to look beyond […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture, Mentoring
Towns with more churches tend to have more criminals.
Perspective is everything and forms the reality we see around us. Many people’s first reaction to reading the title will […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Bridging Cultural Differences in Business: Management Lessons from Quebec’s Bilingual Workforce
Most of us will have to navigate a variety of cultural differences during our lives, either within our own organizations […]
Business Advice
Fusionary Formulas and Holistic Healing through Ayurveda Principles.
Richard Zwicky welcomes Shivani Gupta, with Shivani Gupta, PhD, CEO, Founder of Fusionary Formulas. Shivani shared insights on fusionary medicine, […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture, Mentoring
Managing and Terminating a Narcissist’s Abuse
In last week’s posts, we defined and examined aspects of the most damaging personality type, narcissists. The impact of their […]
Business Advice, Consulting, Corporate Culture
Management Opportunities: Identifying Signs and Strategies for Coping with Narcissists:
I’ve worked with and managed high-performers who are egotistical and self-centered. I didn’t enjoy their self-centered attitudes, but I didn’t doubt […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture, Mentoring
Recognizing The Forms of Narcissistic Behavior
It would be wonderful to be able to understand the roots of narcissistic behavior in simple terms. Unfortunately, as is […]
Business Advice, Corporate Culture, Mentoring
Good Paper Makes Good Friends: How to Navigate Dealings with a Narcissist
I was discussing narcissistic behaviors with a friend recently, and they voiced frustration with how the term “narcissist” has become […]
Business Advice, International, Interviews - Psychedelics, psychedelics
Warriors of Consciousness From Law Enforcement and the Military Speak Out
I had the opportunity to speak with Ed Burke and Brad Sisbarro from the Warriors of Consciousness about the organization’s […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership
Managing Stress from the Adoption of New Systems and Technologies
The pace at which organizations are having to adapt and evolve their technology platforms to remain competitive continues to grow, […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Mentoring
Leadership and Management Tips for Dealing with ADHD
Those of us who have ADHD know it can be a superpower when managed properly. However, while there are incredible benefits […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Meaningful Steps to Reduce Stress and Improve Workplace Performance
While some jobs are more inherently stressful than others, a poor corporate culture will make any job more stressful. These […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
How to Address a Toxic Workplace
When I build teams, either for my own ventures or when I assist others to establish the foundations for growth, […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Addressing the Drivers of Toxic Culture in the Workplace
As mentioned in a prior post, over 90% of CEOs and CFOs believe that improving their corporate culture would boost […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
The Impact of Negativity in the Media on Workplace Stress
Nobody owns the truth, but the media plays an outsized role in shaping our perceptions, attitudes, and even our understanding […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Improving a Company’s Bottom Line
People are the only organizational asset that matters To grow a successful organization, a leader must recognize that the most […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
Navigating Critical HR Issues for Organizational Success: An Executive Perspective on Mental Health
As I have been building my latest venture, which I will share here in the not-too-distant future, I’ve been consulting […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Mentoring
How HR can Leverage Personality Tools Effectively
Using Insights from Human Design, Enneagram, and MBTI When helping businesspeople assess needs or understand business problems, the question of […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Consulting, Corporate Culture, Mentoring
Recognizing and Understanding the Impact of Burnout
Impact, Recognition, and Strategies for Mitigating Burnout Leading up to the pandemic, burnout was talked about as a result of […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Corporate Culture
People are the Strategic Imperative
Focus on Polishing Strengths when Managing People The role of managers and Human Resources (HR) management, in particular, has undergone […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Consulting, Corporate Culture
Distinguishing Leadership from Management
Excelling as a Leader in the Workplace Not all the leaders within an organization are found within management. Leaders can […]
Business Advice, Business Leadership, Consulting
Navigating People at Work: Types and Tips
, When managing people, it’s essential to first spot and understand their type. As discussed in “Assholes Matter,” we are […]
Blog, Business Advice, Business Leadership, Consulting
Toxicity in the Workplace
In my recent book, “Assholes Matter,” I discussed the effects of criticism in the workplace and its effects on mental […]
Blog, Business Advice, Consulting, Mentoring
The Power of Outside Perspectives
In the world of strategic planning and review, the value of an outside perspective cannot be overstated. While your internal […]
Blog, Business Advice, Business Leadership, Consulting, Corporate Culture, Mentoring
Lose sight of culture, and the company sinks.
As an advisor to senior executives, I constantly comment on the critical role that leadership plays in shaping an organization’s […]
Branding, Business Advice, International, Podcasts
Bridging Dreams: Anya Ayoung-Chee’s Nudge Creates a Caribbean Ecosystem for Entrepreneurial Success
The amazing Anya Ayoung-Chee, recently joined me for a conversation about the Caribbean entrepreneurship ecosystem. A true entrepreneur and dynamic […]
Business Advice, Podcasts, psychedelics
Pavel Stuchlik and Self Realization Techniques and the System Reset
Pavel Stuchlik, the founder of NOA|AON, joined me for a conversation on High on Healthy. Pavel is an expert in […]
Business Advice, Podcasts, psychedelics
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Tucson Counseling Associates
Richard Zwicky speaks with Alyssa Spungen, the Communications Coordinator at Tucson Counseling Associates. She supports new clients in our Ketamine-Assisted […]
Mentoring, Podcasts
Wonderland 2023: A Holistic Path to Health and Longevity with Dr. Jonathan Fields
High on Healthy catches up with Dr. Jonathan Fields at Wonderland Miami, a psychedelic and longevity event. Dr. Fields, a nationally […]
Business Advice
2023 Psychedelics Business Forum: Joe Moore with Psychedelics Today
High on Healthy speaks with Joe Moore, the CEO & Co-Founder at Psychedelics Today. Joe will be moderating panels on […]
Business Advice
Modern Health Alliance For Research, Education, and Product Development
I recently chatted with Dena Ladd. the Co-founder and Director of the Modern Health Alliance. The MHA develop and support […]
Business Advice
Cannabis Sustainability and Environmental Impact Examined
When discussing climate change, people talk about the positive effects of plants. But are all plants beneficial? Eloisa Lewis, the Founder […]
Business Advice
reMind Psychedelics Business Forum 2023 Returns to Las Vegas
Sara Vaughn, the VP Brand Leader of reMind, and I spoke recently about the upcoming reMind Psychedelics Business Forum in […]
Business Advice
MycoMeditations and the Psychedelics Path Forward for Mental Health
Recently, my High on Healthy broadcast showcased MycoMeditations‘ CEO, Justin Townsend. MycoMeditations facilitates retreats to help people address their traumas by […]
Business Advice
Which States Will Drive Cannabis Industry Growth in the U.S.?
Richard Zwicky welcomes Roy Bingham (Co-Founder and CEO) and Michael Arrington (Principal Analyst) of BDSA to share their recent forecast […]
Business Advice
WeShape and the Importance of Exercise vs. Movement
I had the chance to showcase WeShape on the High on Healthy podcast. Katie Bramlett, the CEO and. co-founder of […]
Business Advice
The Reunion Experience: An Ayahuasca Journey with Brad Wells
I welcomed Brad Wells, the founder of Reunion Costa Rica, a not-for-profit retreat center founded in 2019 that provides transformational plant […]
Business Advice
Helping Mental Health Providers in Psychedelic Treatments With Fluence’s Dr. Ingmar Gorman
I had the opportunity to chat with Dr. Ingmar Gorman, a co-founder of Fluence, about his psychedelic education company that […]
Business Advice
A Look at the Spirit Plant Medicine Conference with Stephen Gray
Richard Zwicky speaks with Stephen Gray, a writer, educator, podcaster, psychedelic conference organizer, speaker, and cannabis ceremony leader. Stephen is […]
Business Advice
Marimed MSO Growth Strategy and Expansion to Emerging Markets
Richard Zwicky welcomes MariMed's cofounder and new CEO Jon Levine about the MSO which has a strong presence in Massachusetts, Ohio […]
Business Advice
Decarbonization and Carbon Negative Production of Advanced Carbon Materials
Richard Zwicky discusses Decarbonization and Carbon Negative Production of Advanced Carbon Materials with Zachary Scott, the CEO of Green Carbon. […]
Business Advice
Ruth Poniarski and Her Journey of the Self-Memoir of an Artist
Richard Zwicky welcomes Ruth Poniarski, a talented artist and author, who recently published her compelling memoir, “Journey of the Self-Memoir […]
Business Advice
Using AI for Optimizing Mycology Cultivation
Richard Zwicky discusses using AI for Optimizing Mycology Cultivation with Nic Levy, Director Research Development at Shroomy Psychedelic Labs. Nic […]
Business Advice
Andrew DeAngelo and the Future of Psychedelics
Andrew DeAngelo joins the Green Peak to follow-up after the Psychedelic Science Conference where scientists and activists convened at a […]
Business Advice
Full Spectrum Kanna and Plant-based Empathogenic Supplements
High on Healthy welcomes Stephanie Wang, the Founder and CEO of KA! Empathogenics, with a mission to restore full-spectrum aliveness […]
Business Advice
Serena Malkani on the Science Behind Energy, Music, and Vibrations.
High on Healthy welcomes Serena Malkani, an internationally recognized sound ritualist, Ayurvedic advisor, and organizational psychologist. She uses simple melodies, […]
Business Advice
Prohibition Partners Discusses The Evolving Cannabis Market Globally At Cannabis Europa
Richard Zwicky and Stephen Murphy are discussing Cannabis Europa, the ninth edition of Prohibition Partners’ cannabis conference, which is held […]
Business Advice
Anthony Coniglio Of NewLake Capital Returns
NewLake Capital with CEOAnthony Coniglio today on The Green Peak with Richard Zwicky only on Cannabis Radio. Mr. Coniglio is […]
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KIVA With Co-Founder Kristi Palmer
More than 1.7 billion people around the world are unbanked and can’t access the financial services they need. Kiva is […]
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Safe Harbor Financial With Sundie Seefried
Safe Harbor Financial With founder Sundie Seefried today on The Green Peak with Richard Zwicky only on The Cannabis Radio. Safe Harbor Financial is the brainchild of Sundie Seefried. A 35-year veteran of the credit union industry, in 2014, she saw…
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Higher Yields Cannabis Consulting With Cory Waggoner
Higher Yields Cannabis Consulting With founder Cory Waggoner today on The Green Peak with Richard Zwicky only on The Cannabis Radio. Cory Waggoner founded Higher Yields Cannabis Consulting in 2015 with the goal of bringing structure, stability, and…
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Schwazze With Justin Dye
Schwazze With Chairman & CEO Justin Dye today on The Green Peak with Richard Zwicky only on The Cannabis Radio. Justin Dye comes with 25+ years of experience in high-level strategic management, mergers and acquisitions, operations, private equity, and…
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FundCanna with CEO Adam Stettner
FundCanna with CEO Adam Stettner today on The Green Peak with Richard Zwicky only on The Cannabis Radio. Adam is the founder and CEO of FundCanna. A leader in innovation for funding the underserved Cannabis industry. Adam brings nearly 30 years of…
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Robert Hoban: Clark Hill Member Attorney
Robert Hoban is a corporate and M&A attorney, who sits at the center of the world’s largest commercial cannabis industry network. He is a leader of Clark Hill’s AmLaw-leading Cannabis Industry Group. As the cannabis industry commercialized, Bob has…
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22nd Century Group with CEO James Mish
22nd Century Group with CEO James Mish today on The Green Peak with Richard Zwicky only on The Cannabis Radio. James was appointed Chief Executive Officer in June 2020. He has an outstanding track record of delivering profitable growth at both…