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Rick Doblin: The Honey Badger of Psychedelics #shorts

Name: Rick Doblin: The Honey Badger of Psychedelics #shorts
Uploaded: 2026-06-16T15:01:43+00:00
Duration: 1 min 2 s
Channel: Zappy Zapolin
Description: In this short spoken tribute, the speaker reflects on the long‑term impact of psychedelic advocate Rick Doblin, noting his 35‑year fight to advance…

16 Jun 2026 · 1 min

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In this short spoken tribute, the speaker reflects on the long‑term impact of psychedelic advocate Rick Doblin, noting his 35‑year fight to advance psychedelic research and therapy. The speaker recounts presenting Doblin with a "Honey Badger" award at a Psychedelic Science event on behalf of the Mind Army, using the honey badger’s reputation for relentless perseverance as a metaphor for Doblin’s spirit. The anecdote serves to illustrate how Doblin’s dedication provides validation and inspiration to newer activists who face resistance and doubt, reinforcing the value of veteran leadership within the psychedelic community.

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I agree with you, that little nod. And you know, some of the people here that, you know, I really look up to, like Rick Doblin, where for 35 years this guy's been fighting this battle just so I could have an easier time in my path here. And last year, or 2 years ago at the Psychedelic Science, I gave him the Honey Badger Award. And the honey badger, I don't know if you know the animal, but it's the most relentless animal, never stop no matter what. And I said, you are the honey badger. And I presented him that from the Mind Army. And I think to see somebody like him would get so much validation. But in that moment, it was like really recognizing his animal spirit was what we were. And a lot of times, you want to give up and you're like, oh, this is so hard. And why am I getting so much resistance? And then you think about Rick Doblin. I've only been at this for decades. I got more. And so that is very inspirational when you Have those people and those moments to look at.