MAX Afterburner

Ep. 137 - Sacred Journeys: Zoya's Experience with Entheogenic Ceremonies

In this enlightening episode of Max Afterburner, host Theresa Noach welcomes Zoya, a dedicated steward of the Sacred Warrior Fellowship. Together, they delve into Zoya’s transformative experience with the Entheogenic church, highlighting her courageous decision to participate in hallucinogenic ceremonies. The conversation explores Zoya's personal struggles with her early religious programming and how these experiences have profoundly reshaped her spiritual journey, fostering a deeper understanding of herself and her place within the community. Throughout the episode, Theresa and Zoya share emotional stories and profound insights, aiming to inspire listeners to consider the potential of participating in Sacred Warrior Fellowship's ceremonies. They discuss the importance of spiritual unity amidst diversity and the transformative power of community practices. This dialogue not only sheds light on the benefits of these sacred experiences but also addresses common barriers that individuals may face in pursuing their spiritual paths, such as feelings of unworthiness and self-doubt. As advocates for openness in spirituality and healing, both hosts encourage listeners to embrace their journeys and challenge societal taboos surrounding entheogenic practices. Through relatable anecdotes and discussions, this podcast episode serves as a compelling invitation to explore new dimensions of spiritual growth and community connection, paving the way for personal and collective healing within the Sacred Warrior Fellowship. "This is the way"!

Ep. 136 - “Are You Sure You Want Me to Engage?” – An Afghan Veteran Finds Healing Decades Later

In this profoundly moving episode of MAX Afterburner, Whiz sits down with Dario Marchena, an Afghanistan combat veteran and law enforcement officer whose post-military life was defined - and nearly destroyed -by a single radio call. During an ambush, Dario ordered a helicopter to engage two vehicles fleeing the scene. One held enemy fighters. The other carried a mother, father, and their two young children. The pilot’s voice came over the radio: “Are you sure you want me to engage?” A question that would echo in Dario’s soul for decades. After the incident, Dario fell into a 19-year coma of the spirit - alive, but unable to feel alive. The silence swallowed him. The guilt estranged him from his own children. He served as a law enforcement officer but carried a wound that no uniform or training could protect him from. Then he saw Whiz on TV. He discovered the No Fallen Heroes Foundation. And he took a courageous step into a Sacred Warrior Fellowship entheogenic retreat, receiving the Sacrament of Psilocybin. What happened next is nothing short of miraculous. Dario not only experienced deep, divine healing - he reunited with the very family harmed that day. They forgave him. They told him they were at peace. In that moment, decades of shame, guilt, and agony lifted. He was healed in a way he never believed possible. Today, Dario has gone from hardened skeptic to apostle for healing, urging veterans, first responders, and anyone suffering trauma to reclaim their lives through safe, guided, spiritual communion. This episode will shake you, break you, and help put you back together. It is proof that healing is real - and that it is never too late. Share this with someone who needs hope. Healing is possible. Return Home.

Ep. 135 - PTSI and the God Shot That Heals: Dr. Eugene Lipov’s Breakthrough for Trauma

In this powerful episode of The MAX Afterburner Podcast, Whiz sits down with world-renowned physician and trauma pioneer Dr. Eugene Lipov- the man behind what many now call “The God Shot.” Dr. Lipov, Chief Medical Officer at Stella Center and founder of Erase PTSD Now, is one of the foremost experts on the physical consequences of trauma. His groundbreaking work with the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) and its evolved form, the Dual Sympathetic Reset (DSR), has delivered life-changing relief to thousands of veterans, first responders, and civilians suffering from post-traumatic stress. Often referred to as The God Shot, this treatment has shown 85% success in calming the fight-or-flight response, “rebooting” the sympathetic nervous system, and giving patients what feels like a divine reset - peace, clarity, and relief many haven’t felt in decades. Whiz and Dr. Lipov discuss: What The God Shot actually is and why so many describe the experience as life-changing How SGB/DSR works scientifically to reset the nervous system Why we must stop calling it PTSD - and why Dr. Lipov and the trauma community are demanding the shift to PTSI (Post-Traumatic Stress Injury) The slow movement of the VA and insurance despite overwhelming evidence The 10–15 years of relief many patients experience How this treatment is already being used by Special Forces and elite military units Dr. Lipov’s personal story of growing up with trauma in his own home - and why this mission is sacred to him Why this therapy may be on of the most important trauma innovations of the 21st century This episode is a must-listen for anyone carrying invisible wounds - or anyone who loves someone who is. What Dr. Lipov has created is nothing short of revolutionary. Many call it The God Shot because of one reason: It gives people their life back. Fight’s On.

Ep. 134 - Whiz Briefs Harvard Law: The Future of Psychedelics and the Sacred Warrior Mission

In this powerful episode of the MAX Afterburner Podcast, Matthew “Whiz” Buckley debriefs his unprecedented visit to Harvard Law School, where he joined religious leaders, legal scholars, legislators, and government officials to discuss the future of psychedelics and the evolving landscape of entheogenic freedom. Whiz shares insights from his presentation on the mission of the No Fallen Heroes Foundation and Sacred Warrior Fellowship - his entheogenic church devoted to healing and reconnection with the Divine and how the message deeply resonated with attendees. He also briefs listeners on upcoming Sacred Warrior Fellowship retreats, including the December gathering, and offers hard-won lessons from his own healing journey. With honesty and heart, Whiz reflects on how to prepare if the sacraments call to you - and what it means to return home to your true self. This is the way.

Ep. 133 - Healing Forward: Veterans, Survivors, and Sacred Service

In this powerful episode, Whiz brings listeners up to speed on groundbreaking progress within both the No Fallen Heroes Foundation and Sacred Warrior Fellowship. He shares details about an upcoming sacred ceremony where six veterans will sit with the sacrament to begin or deepen their healing journey. Whiz also previews a potential transformational healing opportunity for the survivors of the Camp Mystic tragedy in Texas, revealing how supporters can help fund their healing - and, in turn, experience healing themselves through service and connection. Drawing from five years of deep personal and collective lessons, Whiz offers insight into what this sacred work truly entails - its challenges, its beauty, and its divine purpose. This is more than an update - it’s a call to action and awakening. A must-listen for anyone called to heal, serve, or understand the deeper mission behind No Fallen Heroes and Sacred Warrior Fellowship.