Shawn Wells - From Frazzle to Flow: Caffeine Alternatives, Hormetic Hacks, & Psychedelic Supplementation

In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin speaks with Shawn Wells, a renowned expert in performance nutrition and supplementation. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-249-shawn-wells/ Shawn & Paul explore biohacking, the groundbreaking ingredient paraxanthine, and protocols for preparing and recovering from plant medicine journeys. Shawn shares insights on allostatic capacity, hormetic stress, and the power of psychedelics for self-love and acceptance. Shawn Wells, MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN, is a globally acclaimed nutritional biochemist known as "The World's Greatest Formulator." He has created over 1,000 products and holds over 20 patented novel ingredients, including market-leading innovations such as TeaCrine, Dynamine and Paraxanthine. Shawn has a profound impact on health and wellness through his expertise in biohacking and health optimization. His work spans international platforms, TV appearances, and contributions to major documentaries. Highlights: What is 'Biohacktivism’? Shawn's health journey that led to his 'why' Explaining Paraxanthine, TeaCrine, & Dynamine Flow vs. Frazzle: Understanding caffeine metabolism rates Mainstream adoption of Paraxanthine Supplement protocols to prep for a psychedelic journey Supplementation for during and after a psychedelic experience Microdosing, somatic anchors, and ‘echodosing’ Shawn’s lifesaving epiphany through psychedelics Links: Shawn’s website Shawn on Instagram Shawn on LinkedIn Shawn’s bestselling book, “The ENERGY Formula” Shawn's free guide for pre-, during, & post-journey psychopharmacology Join Paul in person at the Psychedelic Horizons Event Series Episode Sponsors: KA! Empathogenics Kanna Supplements. Get 10% off with code THIRDWAVE at checkout Soltara Healing Center: Use code TW200 to receive $200 off your next retreat Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers: Use code THIRDWAVE for 10% off any order

Om Podcasten

The Psychedelic Podcast connects you to the leaders and pioneers of the psychedelic renaissance. From deep healing to creativity, leadership to spirituality, business, health, human performance, relationships, sexuality, and even culture itself—every aspect of our world is being transformed by psychedelic medicines. Get an inspired, informed, balanced look into how these powerful medicines are already being safely and responsibly used to catalyze both personal and collective transformation. Whether you’re just curious or a seasoned psychonaut, or somewhere in between, you’ll get insightful, practical, cutting-edge conversations from the forefront of the psychedelic movement. Join us as we explore how psychedelics can be integrated into culture for the evolution of humanity.