RonnySimulacrum Posted September 21, 2008 (edited) Speakers 1. Dr David Caldicott - Psychotropic mushrooms, an analysis of misidentification Bio Dr. David Caldicott is an Irish research fellow of the Emergency & Trauma Department of the Royal Adelaide Hospital in Adelaide, South Australia. He is the convenor of the OzTox Collaboration, an independent multidisciplinary, hospital-based research group committed to a harm minimisation approach to illicit drug use. He has been an outspoken critic of politicians supporting 'zero-tolerance' and prohibitionist drugs policy, questioning the evidence of their efficacy in preventing morbidity and mortality from illicit substances. He believes that drugs policy should not be guided by moral values, but by interventions known to have an effect on users behaviour. He has advocated a pill testing program in South Australia, as recommended by the 2002 Drugs Summit, but has yet to be granted a license by the State Government. Dr. Caldicott is one of the founding members of The List, a politically independent group of experts committed to maintaining the truth on illicit drug debate in the Australian media. The List promised to monitor the media on drugs policy issues in the run up to the Australian federal general election in 2007. Dr. Caldicott is one of the designers and co-authors of the Designer Drug Early Warning System, and was the Project manager for the TRAUMATOX Project. Both of these studies are some of the largest of their kind ever conducted in Australia. In addition to having a research interest in the acute health effects of illicit drugs, he is also co-author of the Bombs, Blasts and Bullets course, a primer for first responders approaching mass casualty incidents of terrorist origin. In the emergency department, Dr. Caldicott is known for his assertive manner towards patients and colleagues, and can often be found engaging the internet for research during shifts. 2. Deva Daricha - "The Shaman's Journey: Culture, Context, Ceremony, Allies and Altered States. Some Reflections After 32 years." Bio: Deva Daricha is a philosopher, shaman and natural healer. He taught academic Philosophy for 13 years, completing his career as Chairman of the Department of Philosophy at the Melbourne campus of the State College of Victoria. He is a director of The Centre for Human Transformation in the Yarra Valley where he teaches. He was first called to the shamanic path in 1976, and has taught throughout Australia and in the USA and Europe. He is the author of 5 books including “The Making of a Shaman. An Australia Story.” 3. Dr Des Tramacchi - "Persecuting Ephedra, Persecuting Religion: a comparison of the Avesta and the Queensland Drugs Misuse Act as moral guides" Bio: Des Tramacchi holds a PhD in Religious Studies specialising in entheogens. He has a deep interest in trance and altered states of consciousness, shamanism and other wisdom traditions. He is a keen student of ethnobotany and has trained in both biology and anthropology. 4. Dr Anna Kokavec - “Wine: Medicine or Poison for the Human Body?” Bio: Dr Anna Kokavec, a registered psychologist, is currently a Senior Lecturer and Head of Section for the School of Psychological Science at La Trobe University, Bendigo. To date Dr Kokavec has published a number of experimental papers aimed at investigating the effect of alcohol on the complex neuro-endocrine-immune feedback loop between energy intake and metabolism, immune response, and activity of steroid hormones. Dr Kokavec is also listed as the first author on several theoretical publications that aim to explain the malnutrition and lack of appetite for food commonly observed in the alcoholic population. Other research interests, separate to the substance use area, include supervision of major projects in the migraine and chronobiology areas. 5. Tim Payne - ‘Why are we still taking drugs’ Bio: Tim Payne originally trained as a Biologist, and is a comitted science generalist. He has worked in Tropical Agronomy on 3 continents, in Gestalt Psychotherapy, in Martial and Living arts and Zen in Japan. He now runs a world leading precision Scissorsmithing business and is convinced that if God is alive on earth today s(h)e is probably James Lovelock. 6. Torsten Wiedemann "The iboga journey" Bio: Torsten is an avid plant collector and amateur ethnobotanist specialising in pharmacologically active plant species. He runs a nursery and online community for enthusiasts of psychoactive and other ethnobotanical plants. On his subtropical property 'Wandjina Gardens' he maintains a large collection of native and exotic plants for preservation and research. Torsten's main interest lies in plant species and drugs that affect the serotonin neurotransmitter system as he believes this to hold the key to a happy and content individual life and society. He was privileged to be one of the first to propagate the tropical west african shrub Tabernanthe iboga outside its native countries and has made the species widely available to the rest of the world. Torsten is doubtful of the existence of gods and spirits and hence approaches the astonishing healing power of plants such as iboga on a pharmacological basis with full recognition of the cultural context. 7.- Julian Raxworthy - "Los Libros Locos: a typology of psychoactive books" Bio:Julian Raxworthy is a landscape architect and a bibliophile. 8. Michael Bock - ‘Absinthe & Toot: the exciting intoxicants' Bio: Has been lecturing in ethnobotany for over 10 years and working on a book about Australian Ethnobotany for many years too. 9. Vince Cakic “ketamine as a model of schizophrenia: evidence from human and animal studies” Bio: Vince Cakic completed his honours in psychology in 2007 at the University of Sydney developing a novel animal model of anxiety. His research interests are in the neurobiology of schizophrenia, with an emphasis upon hallucinogenic drugs (DMT and ketamine) as pharmacological models of the illness. He is also interested in the application of floatation tanks in performance enhancement. 10.Taking it to the Man - Mainstreaming the Earth sacraments Bio: Richard King has always felt an abiding connection to the natural world. His background is in apiculture. Richard observes that the honeybee with 100 million years of experience has forgotten more about weaving the life-web and maintaining the ancient (& now shredded) ‘Contract with Nature’ than materialist modernism ever knew! In the mid 1960's when “Haight was Love” he visited San Francisco. This experience has had a profound life-long effect. He immediately recognised that the Counter Culture was presciently pointing western society to the recovery of its lost co-operative tribal values. These survival values have been trodden underfoot in our heedless careen into soulless mechanistic-materialism. Richard is overjoyed that these life-affirming verities are alive and well and finding their expression through the entheogenic renaissance. Richard is a life-long student of pre-pagan Originary Tradition shamanism. He is founder of ‘An Comhaltas Celtia Og’ & ‘Thórr’s Shield & Forge’ pagan religions (in the religioning, [re-connecting] not the blind-faith sense of the word.) Thórr’s risk-reduction Bliss Bays, as a service to the community, proffer Full Body Blossoming Delightenment at Dance Party Festivals. Delightenment draws upon Neolithic shamanic tech. Richard is an advocate for Deep Reconciliation. Settler Society (the uninvited guest from hell) has managed to spend 200 years here without bothering to learn the house rules. Deep Reconciliation, because it invites real engagement, is genuine reconciliation. It is not, (unlike John Howard’s ‘Practical Reconciliation’) just another despicably disguised form of assimilation by the dominant culture. Deep Reconciliation is purposed to, (with the assistance and blessing of Aboriginal elders & the spirit of Australia’s native entheogen ‘Wattlewaska,’) forging an abiding relationship leading to Union with the spirits & founding ancestral cultures & Creator Beings of our land. The holy wattle, our national colours, the green & gold, is the binding motif & wisely chosen floral emblem of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms. It is a natural gateway to deeper realities. Richard’s dream is to see Wattle Day transformed into National Wattlewaska Medicine Ceremonies honouring our land & the First Australians. Richard feels that, though it may take generations, Wattlewaska (Somacacia) & other powerful Earth Sacramental ceremonies will help repair the Dreaming & the Song Lines in those places where they are now in disrepair. Discussion Panel "Harm reduction - balance, information and practical methods for safer usage when experimenting with the Ethnobotanicals". Market stalls on the day IZWOZ - clothing, Tshirts, hoodies, art, banners and intergalactic wears - http://www.izwoz.com.au/ Polyester - totally weird shit, especially books! - http://www.polyester.com.au/ Tribe Earth - assorted herbal products: dried, liquid and resined - http://www.tribeearth.com.au/ Location: Copland Theatre, Economics and Commerce Building, Melbourne University. Victoria. Date: 06/12/08 Registration starts at 8:40am in the Foyer and the event will run till approximately 9pm. Tickets Entheogenesis Australis is a presale only event with very limited ticketing, and over the last 3 years the event has sold out completely well in advance of the event commencement date. General admission tickets are on sale Now for $95 until the 5 December or until sold out. Melbourne - The Happy Herb Shop 317 Smith Street Fitzroy Vic Ph 03 94191277 Melbourne - Hippy Heaven 1/186 Barkly Street St. Kilda Vic Ph 03 9534 9361 Entheogenesis Australis Incorporated is a not for profit association. Our official statement of purpose can be downloaded on the link below. http://www.entheo.net/EGA_SOP.doc To stay current with EGA happenings join our NEW email list subscribing at http://www.entheo.net/2008mailinglist.htm Each year we will now be alternating between and indoor inner-city conference space and a 4 day outdoor gathering as we saw last year. As we feel we can reach a larger gamut of people with this approach as well as create the most sustainable mode for our association. In Plant We Trust EGA Crew You can contact us email entheogenesisaustralis@<remove this>gmail.com Edited December 3, 2008 by RonnySimulacrum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted September 26, 2008 Hey guys, we have had to switch to a new email account, in doing so we lost some emails, so even if you have joined before and been a part of our mailing list we may have lost your email, so please take the time to sigh up again. http://www.entheo.net/ if you are interested in this event the best thing to do is be on our mailing list kind regards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alkatrope Posted October 3, 2008 Where's all the enthusiasm?! Would have expected at least one post by now! Looking forward to the different feel of EGA this year. I've been to the previous 3 and they were all pretty different; a small bunch of plant-heads in an old conference room in the Grampians to a bigger bunch at the wonderful Opoeia to last year's amazing huge professional production out east. All of them great, of course. Being at Melb Uni in the city this year though is quite a change of scenery, and it will be nice to be hearing a more solid set of scientific/factual talks than waffle on "the cosmos" and such. I'm sure there'll be a balanced dose of that for those who thrive on it next year when it's outside again, anyway. Hope a few people come out of hiding for this one, it's not to be missed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingaNinja Posted October 3, 2008 (edited) got my tickets today can't wait Edited October 3, 2008 by GingaNinja Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Tlaloc Posted October 5, 2008 (edited) Hey guy's & Gals ( & Planteheads)... separate category necessary? ... I don't think so I'm a member of the Entheogensis Australis Mailing List, and am very xcited w the prospect of this year's Meet @ Melb Uni. I purchased my ticket via pay Pal about 2weeks ago online. I recieved conf. from pay Pal, but unfortunately I haven't recieved my ticket in the mailbox. E-mailed EntheoM.L. but no response yet. Tis my first Entheo Meet. ... (Yes virgin Planthead alert... and so spewing the fact I missed out on Dennis Mckenna last year. U guys have got some pull! bravo!!) ... Just wondering if they wait till later on to send out tickets, or purrrhaps mine got lost in the mail..? N e ways, Congrats, & I look 4ward to meeting many of u there. Molto Affectionato Edited October 5, 2008 by Tlaloc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 5, 2008 (edited) hahahahaha, all good, the tickets got delayed from the printers, You would expect your tickits in the mail about 9 days after payment as we sent them out in groups about every four days, if you do not see it in 3 days or so use the contact mail on the web site and we will confirm the ticket order and address. thanks for your support Edited October 5, 2008 by RonnySimulacrum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tlaloc Posted October 6, 2008 Ronny! Arrivato Ticketa grazie! Molto bene Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
obtuse Posted October 9, 2008 Cheers Ronny, My ticket arrived today. Cant wait. only bout 8 weeks away. Cheers, Ob. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ballzac Posted October 9, 2008 It's getting pretty exciting. Really looking forward to this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 10, 2008 (edited) Had a good chat to Dr David today, we are working on getting the results of last years survey on line for all to see and working on a new one for this year, exciting stuff. His talk at last year EGA was not only informative but funny as hell. I can not wait to see what he comes up with this time as I am still chuckling from the last I can not stress strongly enough if you are interested in going to this conference join the mailing list immediately @ EGA We do not wont the ticket price to be out of reach for plant heads, this forum was one of the main influence behind the conference formation, we wont to keep as many of you as possible interested and involved. There is nothing better than spending 4 days outdoors in the sun talking about entheogens and to make sure we can do that at next year EGA we need your support, so take the time to join the mailing list and get behind the event. We are hoping very much to declassify our headliner soon, fingers crossed, but what I can say is Aya think you will all be happy with our choice. In plants we trust Edited October 10, 2008 by RonnySimulacrum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conan Troutman Posted October 10, 2008 Looking forward to it but umm **HIJACK** DONT FORGET Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cycle Posted October 16, 2008 Where's all the enthusiasm?! I'm excited too. Really looking forward to it. I came to the bush meet August last year which I really enjoyed. But I don't know anyone so I'm hopping to meet some of you and have some interesting chats... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweeet Posted October 16, 2008 Thanks to all those organising the event this year, it looks like it will be a fantastic day... Dr David is worth the price of admission alone. So when is the headliner announced? And are there still plans to produce DVD(s) from last year's event? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 17, 2008 I'm excited too. Really looking forward to it. I came to the bush meet August last year which I really enjoyed.But I don't know anyone so I'm hopping to meet some of you and have some interesting chats... I think the EGA plant meet on the sunday after the event will really help with meeting people and chating to the speakers as most of them will be staying on for it. will be one hell of a fun day in the park Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 17, 2008 Dr David is worth the price of admission alone. hahaha to true he is clever and funny, and of cousea conference of this sort would usually be about $200+ in oz, and over seas well god... So when is the headliner announced? That is a very reasonable question, but it is complicated, all I can say is we are waiting for the visa to be approved. As we are not able to reveal the name till then. This makes it extremely hard for us to do marketing and are relying on word of mouth for the event, so let everyone know thanks. So as I am sure you have figured out we are talking about an international guest. All I will say is it is the subject matter is more anthropological and chemical. fingers crossed And are there still plans to produce DVD(s) from last year's event? I sure hope so, but this has not come together as of yet, sorry, but people have been trying Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darklight Posted October 22, 2008 I wouldn't miss this for the world. I prefer the formal style research presentations then cut loose afterward and relax to process everything I've learned while the sun is up For me it's not just about the speakers and topics on the day, but the chance to catch up with old hands and friends for the barbie next day is irresistible Props to Ronny and crew for keeping the EGA spirit alive. If you're serious about your plants and the issues around them EGA is worth supporting See youse there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_e_ Posted October 24, 2008 (edited) EGA!!! WOOT! Its pretty simple, if u believe in what ega stands for then please please do everything(anything) you can to support it, whether that means making a donation, letting friends know, or best of all buying your ticket and coming along. The success of this years seminar is crucial to the survival and growth of the ega organism. With your involvement and support, we hope that the new alternating event structure will provide the neccessary resources to ensure that the ega team can continue to bring the australian community world class events of the highest calliber. (which includes the foundations for next years full scale gathering) Anyone who has been to a previous event or tlked to those whom have attended will vouch for the fact that ega really does represent all the possibilities and potentials for the entheogenic movement within our society. So spread the word, read the website and come check it out (or enquire about how you can support the cause if you cant be present this year) We have an open invitation with your name on it to come along and feed your mind, and then meet us in the botanic gardens on the sunday to get all social and plantified. Anyone coming from the newcastle/sydney region who wants to book a seat on the ega express bus can contact me for more details.. i currently have 6 seats available at quite an economic rate for anyone whos keen. hope to see you there, and if not, hopefully u can do your bit in other ways to support the organisation, we need all the plant soldiers we can get. Edited October 24, 2008 by _e_ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 27, 2008 (edited) Thanks for that fish, Conan Troutman, i only just worked out what it refers to so i just wont to say sorry, the EGA date was well out of my control and mainly up to the Uni, but as it happen it is on the same weekend as last years event (first weekend in December so kind of predictable) and i have know idea you where going away that weekend. Well see you next year i hope anyway, happy fishing people No love lost on my end Edited October 27, 2008 by RonnySimulacrum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gerbil Posted October 27, 2008 fishin trip is the next weekend Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 27, 2008 cool, looks like we better gets some fishing gear in the EGA raffle this year then Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toast Posted October 27, 2008 "Anyone coming from the newcastle/sydney region who wants to book a seat on the ega express bus can contact me for more details.. i currently have 6 seats available at quite an economic rate for anyone whos keen." E PM sent. I am very interested in reserving a seat on this bus, great idea. Mick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonnySimulacrum Posted October 27, 2008 (edited) Sounds like one hell of a road trip..............................who ever takes the offer up is sure to be up to loads of monkey business I love road trips, why can we not make a car that saves the world as we drive it All abode Edited October 27, 2008 by RonnySimulacrum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
