Reimagining Policing with Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

From the high Skies to Healing: How Fighter Pilot Matt 'Whiz Bang' Buckley is Revolutionizing PTSD Treatment with Psychedelics" Join us for an inspiring episode of the Good Cop Bad Cop Podcast, where we dive into the incredible journey of fighter jet pilot Matt 'Whiz Bang' Buckley, who’s on a mission to legalize psychedelics for treating PTSD in military veterans and first responders. Hear firsthand how Whiz and Marcus Luttrell ventured to Mexico for a groundbreaking treatment that transformed their lives, tackling both PTSD and addiction. This episode is a must-listen and one of our all-time favorites!

Matthew Whizbang Buckley, a former fighter jet pilot and advocate for the legalization of psychedelics, discusses his journey and the importance of addressing PTSD and veteran suicide. He shares his personal experiences of trauma, including the loss of his sister and his own sexual abuse. Buckley emphasizes the need for awareness and support for veterans struggling with mental health issues. He also talks about his involvement in psychedelic-assisted therapy and the transformative effects it can have. The conversation explores the use of Ibogaine, a powerful alkaloid, for addiction and trauma healing. The guest shares his personal experience with Ibogaine and how it transformed his life. The conversation also touches on the importance of addressing trauma, the stigma around it, and the need for mental health support for first responders and military veterans. The conversation explores the potential benefits of psychedelic-assisted therapy for first responders and veterans who have experienced trauma. The guests share personal stories and discuss the transformative effects of various psychedelic medicines. They highlight the need for alternative treatments to address the mental health challenges faced by these individuals. The conversation also touches on the reimagining of policing and the impact of trauma on police officers. The guests emphasize the importance of healing and compassion in law enforcement. The episode concludes with a discussion on the power of psychedelic medicines to provide healing and freedom from trauma.

Matthew Whizbang Buckley is a former fighter jet pilot and advocate for the legalization of psychedelics to address PTSD and veteran suicide.
He shares his personal experiences of trauma, including the loss of his sister and his own sexual abuse.
Buckley emphasizes the need for awareness and support for veterans struggling with mental health issues.
He discusses his involvement in psychedelic-assisted therapy and the transformative effects it can have. Ibogaine, an alkaloid found in certain plants, has shown promising results in treating addiction and traumatic brain injuries.
The Ibogaine experience is described as a waking dream, where individuals are fully awake and aware but experience profound spiritual and life-changing effects.
Trauma is trauma, and it is important to recognize and address the impact it has on individuals, regardless of the specific circumstances.
There is a need for mental health support and resources for first responders and military veterans who often experience trauma in their line of work.
The current psychedelic revolution is seeing a shift in perception, with a wider range of individuals, including military veterans and first responders, exploring the healing potential of psychedelic medicines. Psychedelic-assisted therapy shows promise in healing trauma for first responders and veterans.
The mental health challenges faced by first responders and veterans require alternative treatments beyond traditional therapy.
Policing can be reimagined with more compassionate and healed officers.
Trauma experienced by police officers is often overlooked and needs to be addressed.
Psychedelic medicines can provide healing and freedom from trauma.