Biohacking with Brittany

Author: Brittany Ford

On Biohacking with Brittany, host Brittany Ford blends holistic wisdom and modern science to help women optimize their health at every stage. From hormones and fertility to gut healing and longevity, she empowers you to feel at home in your body and take charge of your wellness with clarity and confidence. Tune in for honest, research-backed conversations and practical tools to become your healthiest, most vibrant self.
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Breaking "Wine O'Clock": Psilocybin, Saffron, Microdosing and Upgrading Women's Mental Health with Keegan Downer
Episode 429
Thursday, 19 February, 2026

Keegan Downer (Founder of mindfulMEDS) shares how he went from alcohol addiction and a near-suicidal breaking point, to recovery and to building one of Canada's most recognized microdosing education brands, and why psilocybin doesn't have to be "woo." We also get super practical: What microdosing actually feels like day-to-day, why it can hit women differently (especially moms), how psilocybin compares to SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) when it comes to emotional processing, and why "wine o'clock" culture is quietly keeping so many women stuck in a stress-and-numb cycle. Join my NEW private community at thelongherlife.com for ongoing protocols, live coaching, and deeper support. WE TALK ABOUT: 05:40 - Keegan's life collapse that led to addiction and the "rooftop moment" 07:45 - Rebuilding purpose after rehab and the anxiety attack that changed everything 09:10 - Why microdosing went from "nobody's talking about this" to mainstream fast 12:35 - The day-13 breakthrough and the microdosing study that launched his mission 19:30 - Why psilocybin and SSRIs create totally different emotional outcomes 23:20 - When microdosing feels "too strong" and how dose + setting change everything 28:40 - The dose reality check: "microdose" vs "creative dose" and why sensitivity matters 38:20 - Why women (especially moms) are the fastest-growing microdosing segment 41:05 - "Wine o'clock" culture, addiction masking, and the uncomfortable truth 44:00 - Brainbow: The saffron extract approach for mood, sleep, and nervous system support 57:10 - Where to learn more, the free microdosing guide, and weekly consults RESOURCES: Join my NEW private community at thelongherlife.com for ongoing protocols, live coaching, and deeper support. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat with biohacking, yoga, healing rituals, and longevity workshops—only 2 spots left. Download the non-toxic baby registry guide to reduce toxic exposure and make confident, evidence-informed choices for your family—free. Mindful Meds website and Instagram Get The Mindful Meds Microdosing Guide here LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music