Bonus Episode! “The First 1000 days” which is a critical window to lay the foundations for lifelong development and health.

Welcome to Episode #27.1 “You Are What Your Mum Eats” .This is the bonus episode with Catherine Chong, Fertility Dietician. Catherine shares her personal story which lead to her education, empowering and inspiring people to take control of their fertility journey. She speaks about the importance of nourishing a person’s body as they prepare for pregnancy, during their pregnancy and post partem. She explains “The First 1000 days” which is a critical window to lay the foundations for lifelong development and health.

Find Catherine Chong | Website | Linkedin|  | Instagram | Youtube | Free Meal Plan

Bits & Pieces: The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast is a Threesticks Production | Producer & Host: Rhea Mercado | Executive Producer, Emperor of Sound, Original Music: Wills

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Disclaimer: The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Rhea Mercado® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

Bonus Episode! “The First 1000 days” which is a critical window to lay the foundations for lifelong development and health.
Welcome to Episode #27.1 “You Are What Your Mum Eats” .This is the bonus episode with <a href="https://catherinechong.com.au">Catherine Chong, Fertility Dietician</a>. Catherine shares her personal story which lead to her education, empowering and inspiring people to take control of their fertility journey. She speaks about the importance of nourishing a person’s body as they prepare for pregnancy, during their pregnancy and post partem. She explains “The First 1000 days” which is a critical window to lay the foundations for lifelong development and health.
Find Catherine Chong | <a href="https://catherinechong.com.au">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dietitianchong">Linkedin</a> | <a href="https://catherinechong.com.au"></a> | <a href="@catherine.fertilitydietitian">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fertilitydietitian">Youtube</a> | <a href="https://catherinechong.com.au/fertilitymealplan">Free Meal Plan</a>
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Disclaimer: The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.
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Step into the world of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast, your gateway to a brighter tomorrow! Join us as we embark on a transformative journey, led by Rhea Mercado, a Healthcare Humanist, Speaker, and Author who fearlessly challenges the status quo within corporate corridors, paving the way for diverse voices to shine.

In this podcast series, Rhea engages in enlightening conversations with a circle of trusted friends and esteemed colleagues to drop truth bombs, share heartfelt stories, and profound reflections on their individual paths, all while envisioning a better world. Our candid and thought-provoking discussions are a refreshing departure from the ordinary. They transcend the boundaries of convention, swiftly evolving into dynamic dialogues about life's intricacies, the world of work, maintaining optimal health, navigating ethical dilemmas, embracing failure, and reveling in the sheer beauty of humanity. Subscribe to access premium content and extended episodes.

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There are profanities, fart jokes and major gaffes and some topics discussed could be triggering to some, so please use your own discretion.

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The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advise which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Rhea Mercado ® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

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Step into the world of <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com">The Intelligent Rebellion</a> Podcast, your gateway to a brighter tomorrow! Join us as we embark on a transformative journey, led by <a href="https://www.rheamercado.com.au">Rhea Mercado</a>, a Healthcare Humanist, Speaker, and Author who fearlessly challenges the status quo within corporate corridors, paving the way for diverse voices to shine.
In this podcast series, Rhea engages in enlightening conversations with a circle of trusted friends and esteemed colleagues to drop truth bombs, share heartfelt stories, and profound reflections on their individual paths, all while envisioning a better world. Our candid and thought-provoking discussions are a refreshing departure from the ordinary. They transcend the boundaries of convention, swiftly evolving into dynamic dialogues about life's intricacies, the world of work, maintaining optimal health, navigating ethical dilemmas, embracing failure, and reveling in the sheer beauty of humanity. <a href="https://rheamercado.substack.com/">Subscribe</a> to access premium content and extended episodes.
These conversations are more than just words; they are a testament to personal rebellions, as we collectively challenge established norms and celebrate the values of compassion, boundless optimism, unbridled creativity, and the limitless power of imagination. Join us in the rebellion for a brighter, more inclusive future.
There are profanities, fart jokes and major gaffes and some topics discussed could be triggering to some, so please use your own discretion.
Follow us at:  <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/">The Intelligent Rebellion</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/intelligent.rebellion/">Instagram</a> | <a href="linkedin.com/company/the-intelligent-rebellion">Linkedin</a>
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Bits &amp; Pieces: The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast is a <a href="http://www.threesticks.com.au/">Threesticks</a> Production | Producer &amp; Host: <a href="http://www.rheamercado.com/">Rhea Mercado</a> | Emperor of Sound, Original Music, and Executive Producer: Wills. Copyright 2022 Rhea Mercado®.
Rhea Mercado and the team who produce the The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast acknowledge the traditional owners and ongoing custodians of the land on which the podcast is recorded. We are located on the land of the Dharug people. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and to the Elders past, present and emerging.
Disclaimer to cover our butt: 
The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advise which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.
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Welcome to The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast a platform dedicated to amplifying voices and fostering a shared vision for a brighter future. Hosted by Rhea Mercado, Healthcare Humanist and Speaker  leading The Intelligent Rebellion. Our mission is to challenge traditional hierarchies and cultivate inclusive spaces where professionals can boldly express their ideas and contribute to a better world.

The Intelligent Rebellion is not just a think tank; it's a vibrant community driven by the desire to inspire, explore, connect, and encourage individuals to speak up and shape a more promising future.

To fulfill our mission, we rely on the rich diversity of minds like yours. Your stories, experiences, thoughts, and ideas are invaluable to us. Together, we form a resilient community founded on collective knowledge. If you're passionate about rehumanizing, uniting, and rejuvenating our industries, we extend a warm invitation for you to become a part of The Intelligent Rebellion movement. Join The Intelligent Rebellion.

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Acknowledgement of Country: Rhea Mercado and the team who produce the The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast acknowledge the traditional owners and ongoing custodians of the land on which the podcast is recorded. We are located on the land of the Dharug people. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and to the Elders past, present and emerging.


Disclaimer to cover our butt: 

The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes, are opinions and should not been seen as indisputable.  The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advise which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Rhea Mercado ® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

Welcome to <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast</a> a platform dedicated to amplifying voices and fostering a shared vision for a brighter future. Hosted by <a href="https://www.rheamercado.com">Rhea Mercado</a>, Healthcare Humanist and Speaker  leading The Intelligent Rebellion. Our mission is to challenge traditional hierarchies and cultivate inclusive spaces where professionals can boldly express their ideas and contribute to a better world.
The Intelligent Rebellion is not just a think tank; it's a vibrant community driven by the desire to inspire, explore, connect, and encourage individuals to speak up and shape a more promising future.
To fulfill our mission, we rely on the rich diversity of minds like yours. Your stories, experiences, thoughts, and ideas are invaluable to us. Together, we form a resilient community founded on collective knowledge. If you're passionate about rehumanizing, uniting, and rejuvenating our industries, we extend a warm invitation for you to become a part of The Intelligent Rebellion movement. <a href="https://rheamercado.substack.com/">Join The Intelligent Rebellion</a>.
Find us at:  <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/">The Intelligent Rebellion</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/intelligent.rebellion/">Instagram</a>
Find Rhea: <a href="https://bio.site/rheamercado">Rhea Mercado</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rheamercs/">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rheamercs">Instagram</a>
Bits &amp; Pieces: The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast is a <a href="http://www.threesticks.com.au/">Threesticks</a> Production | Producer &amp; Host: <a href="http://www.rheamercado.com/">Rhea Mercado</a> | Emperor of Sound and Original Music: Wills
Copyright 2023 Rhea Mercado®
Acknowledgement of Country: Rhea Mercado and the team who produce the The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast acknowledge the traditional owners and ongoing custodians of the land on which the podcast is recorded. We are located on the land of the Dharug people. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and to the Elders past, present and emerging.
 Disclaimer to cover our butt: 
The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes, are opinions and should not been seen as indisputable.  The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advise which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.
Rhea Mercado ® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

You Are What Your Mum Eats with Catherine Chong (Bonus Episode)

Fuck it, I quit. This is a sentiment which Denver Simonsz and Rhea share. Surfing the interweb, Rhea stumbled upon Denver's LinkedIn profile and was instantly intrigued. Denver's posts and articles are a delight to read - a blend of authentic storytelling, wisdom, and introspection. Of course, you can only learn so much about a person from their online presence, so Rhea asked Denver onto the pod for a chat. 

Welcome to Episode 32 of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast, Vanquishing Sunday Scaries with Denver Simonsz, a Registered Psychologist and board-approved supervisor.

In this episode:
Reminiscing about the inch-thick Jobs Guide.
The Moment when Denver realised he was burnt out.
The sense of impending doom.
The challenges of supervision in Psychology.
Denver’s ideal system, personalised workflow, and valuing our professionals .
Denver shares what he is most excited for the future of Psychology.

Find Denver Simonsz on Linkedin

Subscribe to The Intelligent Rebellion newsletter.

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Join our community at www.theintelligentrebellion.com

Like what we do? Tell a mate. Have a topic you’d like us to explore, or want to suggest a guest? Reach out to us at www.theintelligentrebellion.com

Bits & Pieces: The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast is a Threesticks Production | Producer & Host: Rhea Mercado | Will is our Emperor of Sound, Executive Producer. Theme Song and Original Music written and performed by Will.

Follow us on all the socials. Instagram: @intelligent.rebellion

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Disclaimer: The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, legal advice, financial advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances and specific needs.

Rhea Mercado® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

This episode and any other episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast should not be taken as legal advice. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Fuck it, I quit. This is a sentiment which <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denver-simonsz-9ba6b01b9">Denver Simonsz</a> and Rhea share. Surfing the interweb, Rhea stumbled upon Denver's LinkedIn profile and was instantly intrigued. Denver's <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denver-simonsz-9ba6b01b9/recent-activity/articles/">posts and articles</a> are a delight to read - a blend of authentic storytelling, wisdom, and introspection. Of course, you can only learn so much about a person from their online presence, so Rhea asked Denver onto the pod for a chat. 
Welcome to Episode 32 of <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast</a>, Vanquishing Sunday Scaries with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denver-simonsz-9ba6b01b9">Denver Simonsz</a>, a Registered Psychologist and board-approved supervisor.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Reminiscing about the inch-thick Jobs Guide.</li>
<li>The Moment when Denver realised he was burnt out.</li>
<li>The sense of impending doom.</li>
<li>The challenges of supervision in Psychology.</li>
<li>Denver’s ideal system, personalised workflow, and valuing our professionals .</li>
<li>Denver shares what he is most excited for the future of Psychology.</li>
</ul>
Find Denver Simonsz on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denver-simonsz-9ba6b01b9">Linkedin</a>  
<a href="https://rheamercado.substack.com/">Subscribe</a> to The Intelligent Rebellion newsletter.
Are you a personal injury professional working in Australia. Join <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/piproc">PIPROC</a>, a community for PI professionals for casual meetups and events.
Join our community at <a href="http://www.theintelligentrebellion.com">www.theintelligentrebellion.com</a>
Like what we do? Tell a mate. Have a topic you’d like us to explore, or want to suggest a guest? Reach out to us at <a href="http://www.theintelligentrebellion.com">www.theintelligentrebellion.com</a>
Bits &amp; Pieces: <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast</a> is a <a href="http://www.threesticks.com.au/">Threesticks</a> Production | Producer &amp; Host: <a href="https://www.rheamercado.com.au/">Rhea Mercado</a> | Will is our Emperor of Sound, Executive Producer. Theme Song and Original Music written and performed by Will.
Follow us on all the socials. Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/intelligent.rebellion">@intelligent.rebellion</a>
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Disclaimer: The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, legal advice, financial advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances and specific needs.
Rhea Mercado® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.
This episode and any other episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast should not be taken as legal advice. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Vanquishing Sunday Scaries with Denver Simonsz

In 2023, Australia became the first country in the world to legalise the use of psychedelics to treat PTSD and treatment-resistant depression. Welcome to Episode #31 of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast. Sporulation, Psychedelics and Healthcare. 

In this episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast, I chat with Melissa Errey, founder of Sporulation Art Exhibition and healthcare professional, and Voytek Bereza, a Neuropsychopharmacist Prescriber and founder of The Transparent Company.

In this episode:
About the Sporulation Art Exhibition (23 April 2024 to 5 May 2024)
The role of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy for mental health conditions
Introspection, Intuition and psychedelics
Psychedelic experiences during a trip and percolation from unconscious to the conscious mind
Emergence of clinical research trials and harm minimisation

July 1st 2023 is when Australia became the first country in the world to legalise the use of psychedelics to treat some mental health conditions. From July 1st 2023 psychiatrists were authorised to prescribe products containing 3,4‑methylenedioxy‑methamphetamine (MDMA) or psilocybin for use in psychedelic assisted psychotherapy to treat specific mental health conditions.  

MDMA may be prescribed for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psilocybin may be prescribed for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). For these specific uses, psilocybin and MDMA have been listed as Schedule 8 (Controlled Drugs) medicines in the Poisons Standard.

To be able to prescribe MDMA or psilocybin for these conditions, a psychiatrist must be an Authorised Prescriber (AP) under the TGA’s Authorised Prescriber scheme. Before seeking approval to be an AP, the psychiatrist must first obtain approval from a Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC).

It was quite serendipitous that I was to meet Melissa Errey in October 2023, only three months later. It’s turns out, Melissa a health professional by day, and an artist by night was already part of a community of people from all walks of life, who were exploring and discussing the role of psychedelics in healthcare and in medicine.

Melissa Errey:Linkedin

Sporulation Exhibition:Sporulation Exhibition | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin

Voytek Bereza: Linkedin | The Transparent Company and on Linkedin

Sporulation Events & Tickets
EMPATHS: Integrative Psychedelic Somatic Psychotherapy
Workshops: Psychedelic Trees, Fungi and Cacti Workshops
Australian Psychedelic Society – Sydney Chapter Picnic

More information:
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in Australia: legal treatment options, clinical research trials and harm minimisation
Therapeutic Goods Admistration Change to classification of psilocybin and MDMA to enable prescribing by authorised psychiatrists

Bits & Pieces: The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast is a Threesticks Production | Producer & Host: Rhea Mercado | Will is our Emperor of Sound, Executive Producer. Theme Song and Original Music written and performed by Will.

Follow us on all the socials. Instagram: @intelligent.rebellion

Rhea Mercado on Instagram: @rheamercs | Linkedin

Copyright 2023 Rhea Mercado® | Threesticks Pty Ltd | The Intelligent Rebellion

Disclaimer: The content of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, legal advice, financial advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances and specific needs.

Rhea Mercado® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

This episode and any other episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast should not be taken as legal advice. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

In 2023, Australia became the first country in the world to legalise the use of psychedelics to treat PTSD and treatment-resistant depression. Welcome to Episode #31 of <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast</a>. Sporulation, Psychedelics and Healthcare. 
In this episode of <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast</a>, I chat with <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/melissa-errey-3b73463b">Melissa Errey</a>, founder of <a href="http://www.sporulation.online">Sporulation Art Exhibition</a> and healthcare professional, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wojtek-bereza/">Voytek Bereza</a>, a Neuropsychopharmacist Prescriber and founder of <a href="https://thetransparent.company/">The Transparent Company</a>.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>About the Sporulation Art Exhibition (23 April 2024 to 5 May 2024)</li>
<li>The role of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy for mental health conditions</li>
<li>Introspection, Intuition and psychedelics</li>
<li>Psychedelic experiences during a trip and percolation from unconscious to the conscious mind</li>
<li>Emergence of clinical research trials and harm minimisation</li>
</ul>
July 1st 2023 is when Australia became the first country in the world to legalise the use of psychedelics to treat some mental health conditions. From July 1st 2023 psychiatrists were authorised to prescribe products containing 3,4‑methylenedioxy‑methamphetamine (MDMA) or psilocybin for use in psychedelic assisted psychotherapy to treat specific mental health conditions.  
MDMA may be prescribed for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psilocybin may be prescribed for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). For these specific uses, psilocybin and MDMA have been listed as Schedule 8 (Controlled Drugs) medicines in the Poisons Standard.
To be able to prescribe MDMA or psilocybin for these conditions, a psychiatrist must be an Authorised Prescriber (AP) under the TGA’s Authorised Prescriber scheme. Before seeking approval to be an AP, the psychiatrist must first obtain approval from a <a href="https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/research-policy/ethics/human-research-ethics-committees">Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC).</a>
It was quite serendipitous that I was to meet Melissa Errey in October 2023, only three months later. It’s turns out, Melissa a health professional by day, and an artist by night was already part of a community of people from all walks of life, who were exploring and discussing the role of psychedelics in healthcare and in medicine.
Melissa Errey: <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/melissa-errey-3b73463b">Linkedin</a> 
Sporulation Exhibition: <a href="https://sporulation.online/">Sporulation Exhibition</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sporulationart/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SporulationArt">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sporulation/">Linkedin</a>
Voytek Bereza: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wojtek-bereza/">Linkedin</a> | <a href="https://thetransparent.company/">The Transparent Company</a> and on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-transparent-company/">Linkedin</a> 
Sporulation Events &amp; Tickets
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<li><a href="https://events.humanitix.com/psychedelic-integrative-somatic-psychotherapy-at-sporulation-the-gong-dr-lani-roy">EMPATHS: Integrative Psychedelic Somatic Psychotherapy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://events.humanitix.com/psychedelic-trees-fungi-and-cacti-workshops-wollongong">Workshops: Psychedelic Trees, Fungi and Cacti Workshops</a></li>
<li><a href="https://fb.me/e/4iGk2fwQB">Australian Psychedelic Society – Sydney Chapter Picnic</a></li>
</ol>
More information:
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<li><a href="https://events.humanitix.com/psychedelic-assisted-therapy-in-australia-legal-treatment-options-clinical-research-trials-and-harm-minimisation">Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in Australia: legal treatment options, clinical research trials and harm minimisation</a></li>
<li>Therapeutic Goods Admistration <a href="https://www.tga.gov.au/news/media-releases/change-classification-psilocybin-and-mdma-enable-prescribing-authorised-psychiatrists">Change to classification of psilocybin and MDMA to enable prescribing by authorised psychiatrists</a></li>
</ul>
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This episode and any other episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast should not be taken as legal advice. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Sporulation, Psychedelics, and Healthcare with Melissa Errey and Voytek Bereza

Content Warning: Before we begin, we want to let you know that this episode contains discussions about the sensitive topic of sexual abuse. Please prioritise your health and well-being, and if this is an episode you choose to skip, we’ll see you at the next one.

Welcome to episode 30 of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast: Let's Talk About Sex. Our guest is Saul Isbister, President of Touching Base Inc  A volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation, developed out of the need to assist people with disability and sex workers to connect with each other, focusing on access, discrimination, human rights and legal issues and the attitudinal barriers that these two marginalised communities can face.

Since episode 19 when Anjelo Ratnachandra and I touched on the subject of intimacy, sex, and chronic pain, I’ve continued to wonder and be curious about the topic of intimacy and sex, particularly in the personal injury and disability space. Healthcare professionals and rehab people are always going on about holistic care, and a biopsychosocial approach, and, a part of that is acknowledging that sexual and physical intimacy are at the core to the human experience.

In this episode, Saul and Rhea discuss:
Touching Base Inc, its origin story, vision, mission, and values.
What are sex work services, and how people can access the service.
The challenges Touching Base face in achieving their mission.
What Saul is hopeful and optimistic about.

Touching Base Inc: Website | NDIS & sex work resource | Scarlet Road Documentary

Instagram: Sexuality Education, Counselling, and Consultancy Agency @secca_org | Undressing Disability @undressingdisability

Bits and pieces:The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast is a Threesticks Production | Producer & Host: Rhea Mercado | Will is our Emperor of Sound, Executive Producer. Theme Song and Original Music written and performed by Will.

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Disclaimer: The contents of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, legal advice, financial advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances and specific needs.

This episode and any other episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast should not be taken as legal advice. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.

Rhea Mercado® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

Content Warning: Before we begin, we want to let you know that this episode contains discussions about the sensitive topic of sexual abuse. Please prioritise your health and well-being, and if this is an episode you choose to skip, we’ll see you at the next one.
Welcome to episode 30 of <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast:</a> Let's Talk About Sex. Our guest is Saul Isbister, President of T<a href="https://www.touchingbase.org/">ouching Base Inc</a>  A volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation, developed out of the need to assist people with disability and sex workers to connect with each other, focusing on access, discrimination, human rights and legal issues and the attitudinal barriers that these two marginalised communities can face.
Since episode 19 when Anjelo Ratnachandra and I touched on the subject of intimacy, sex, and chronic pain, I’ve continued to wonder and be curious about the topic of intimacy and sex, particularly in the personal injury and disability space. Healthcare professionals and rehab people are always going on about holistic care, and a biopsychosocial approach, and, a part of that is acknowledging that sexual and physical intimacy are at the core to the human experience.
In this episode, Saul and Rhea discuss:
<ul>
<li>Touching Base Inc, its origin story, vision, mission, and values.</li>
<li>What are sex work services, and how people can access the service.</li>
<li>The challenges Touching Base face in achieving their mission.</li>
<li>What Saul is hopeful and optimistic about.</li>
</ul>
Touching Base Inc: <a href="https://www.touchingbase.org/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.touchingbase.org/resources/">NDIS &amp; sex work resource</a> | <a href="https://www.scarletroad.com.au/trailer/">Scarlet Road Documentary</a>
Instagram: Sexuality Education, Counselling, and Consultancy Agency <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secca_org">@secca_org</a> | Undressing Disability <a href="https://www.instagram.com/undressingdisability">@undressingdisability</a>
Bits and pieces: <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com/podcast">The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast</a> is a <a href="http://www.threesticks.com.au/">Threesticks</a> Production | Producer &amp; Host: <a href="https://www.rheamercado.com.au/">Rhea Mercado</a> | Will is our Emperor of Sound, Executive Producer. Theme Song and Original Music written and performed by Will.
Follow us on all the socials. Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/intelligent.rebellion">@intelligent.rebellion</a>
Rhea Mercado on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rheamercs">@rheamercs</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rheamercs">Linkedin</a> 
Copyright 2024 <a href="https://www.rheamercado.com.au">Rhea Mercado</a>® | <a href="https://threesticks.com.au/">Threesticks Pty Ltd</a> | <a href="https://www.theintelligentrebellion.com">The Intelligent Rebellion</a>
Disclaimer: The contents of this program / podcast is made available for entertainment purposes. The views and information expressed by the Guests of the program represents the view and opinions of the Guest and does not necessarily represent the view or opinions of Rhea Mercado® and/or Threesticks Pty Ltd. The information presented in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for any other professional medical advice, legal advice, financial advice, diagnosis, or treatment nor a substitute for guidelines, legislations, frameworks, processes or procedures. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances and specific needs.
This episode and any other episode of The Intelligent Rebellion Podcast should not be taken as legal advice. We encourage you always seek advice which meets your personal and/or professional circumstances.
Rhea Mercado® and Threesticks Pty Ltd hereby disclaims any and all liability to any part for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

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