Born Primitive - Corruption, Crisis, and Cure. W. Bryan Hubbard on Ibogaine's Promise

In this episode of the Born Primitive Podcast, hosts Bear and Tony speak with W. Bryan Hubbard about his work addressing addiction and advancing research into ibogaine as a potential treatment option. Hubbard discusses how his background in law and public policy led him to focus on the systemic challenges surrounding the opioid crisis and the search for new approaches to recovery.

The conversation explores the broader debate around addiction treatment, including concerns about the pharmaceutical system and the obstacles facing emerging therapies. Hubbard also reflects on the experiences and stories that shaped his advocacy, the growing public conversation around ibogaine, and the challenges of bringing new treatment models into the mainstream medical and policy landscape.