Psychedelics have long been intertwined with human consciousness, healing, and transformation—but what happens when they intersect with trauma, crisis, and cultural shifts?

In this episode of Raw, I sit down with Nir Tadmor, a transpersonal psychotherapist, psychedelic integration specialist, and leading voice in harm reduction. As the Educational Director at Impulse, co-founder of Safe Shore, and a research associate at Haifa University’s Neurophenomenology Lab, Nir has spent years working with individuals navigating non-ordinary states of consciousness and mental health crises.

We dive into the complex relationship between psychedelics, the Israeli trans music community, and trauma, exploring how these substances have shaped culture and what they meant for Nova Festival survivors who were under the influence during the October 7 attack. We also discuss the evolving field of psychedelic-assisted therapy, where it’s headed, and how to engage with it safely and meaningfully.

Finally, we explore new research on altered states, what we can learn from survivors, and the future of mental health and therapy. This is a raw, thought-provoking conversation about the transformative potential—and very real risks—of psychedelics, and how we can create safer, more intentional spaces for healing.

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Today on the show, we welcome Dr. Noam Weissman, Executive Vice President of OpenDor Media, where he leads a team of producers and educators to reach millions of young Jews yearly through articles, videos, and social media about Israel and the Jewish people. As the host of Unpacking Israeli History, the #1 Jewish podcast, he’s known for breaking down complex historical narratives with honesty, nuance, and a touch of humor.

In today’s conversation, he brings that same clarity and candor to a more personal level. We talk about how he actively works to confront his own biases and tribal instincts, the challenges of teaching history in an increasingly polarized world, and why he believes that intellectual honesty is the key to meaningful discourse. He also reflects on the past year—both professionally and personally—with his signature mix of humor, and thoughtfulness.”*

With a doctorate in Educational Psychology from USC and years of experience as an educator and school principal, Noam is deeply committed to helping students—and all of us—navigate history without falling into ideological traps.

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Today on the show, we speak with Galit Levin, founder of the Kaden Association and Kaden College.

Galit is a yoga teacher, yoga therapy expert, and teacher of meditation and the philosophy of yoga. She leads workshops and retreats both in Israel and around the world.

In our conversation, we explore her belief that labeling difficult emotions like anxiety or trauma as “bad” does a disservice to the deep and natural wisdom they hold. Galit shares her perspective on how to view these emotions in a different light and how that shift can impact our lives for the better.

She also reflects on the year since October 7 and why it awakened a profound connection to Judaism.

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