EP300 Ibogaine for Veterans: LTC(R) Adam J. Swedenburg’s Journey Through PTSD, Trauma & Healing

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Episode Title:
Ibogaine for Veterans: LTC(R) Adam J. Swedenburg’s Journey Through PTSD, Trauma & Healing

🧠 Episode Summary:

In this deeply human episode, Tah sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Adam J. Swedenburg (Retired), a decorated U.S. Army veteran who served for over 22 years—including five years in active combat zones across Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Horn of Africa.

After his retirement, Adam faced extreme PTSD, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), chronic nightmares, and dependence on 14 prescription medications. On the brink of suicide, he found a breakthrough through Ibogaine therapy at the Transcend Ibogaine Clinic in Mexico.

Adam shares a raw, unfiltered story of survival, healing, and post-military integration—and why he now believes Ibogaine is the future of trauma recovery for veterans and first responders.

Whether you’re a veteran, a family member, or someone navigating trauma, this episode is a must-listen.

***If you or someone you love is struggling with PTSD, trauma, or suicidal thoughts, please listen to and share this episode.***

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⏱️ Episode Breakdown & Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & Adam’s Background
Meet Lt. Col. Adam Swedenburg and hear how his military service shaped—and nearly broke—him.

04:12 – Life After the Military
Adam shares the emotional and psychological fallout of leaving the uniform behind.

09:40 – Rock Bottom
From hiding alcohol to sleepless nights and suicidal thoughts—Adam opens up about the darkest moments.

17:32 – The Path to Ibogaine
A Joe Rogan podcast, a text from a cousin, and a GoFundMe campaign that opened the door to psychedelic healing.

23:50 – Getting to Transcend Ibogaine Clinic
Cold-turkey detox, emotional preparation, and how Adam found himself in Cancun.

31:05 – Inside the Ibogaine Journey
The powerful vision of his father, the physical reset, and why he calls it the moment his mind was “rebooted.”

39:28 – No More Pills, No More Nightmares
How Ibogaine removed his dependency on medications and restored his sleep—and his life.

46:20 – Family, Purpose & Rebuilding
Adam discusses reconnecting with his kids and rediscovering meaning beyond the military.

51:55 – A Call to Veterans and the U.S. Government
Why Adam believes Ibogaine should be a legal option for veterans in the U.S., and what he’d say to the VA, DoD, and the President.

58:30 – What’s Next: Battle Scars Studio
Adam is launching a new podcast to give voice to veterans, share stories of trauma recovery, and bring visibility to Ibogaine therapy.

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🔗 Resources & Mentions:

• Transcend Ibogaine Clinic:

  • Transcend Clinic Website: https://www.transcendclinic.com 

  • Transcend on Instagram: https://instagram.com/transcendclinic 

  • Transcend on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TranscendClinic 

• Battle Scars Studio (Adam’s upcoming podcast)

• Connect with Tah: https://www.calltah.com

• The Condor Approach: https://www.condorapproach.com