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113. Psychedelic Law in Seattle: What’s Actually Legal in 2025?

SetSet Salon breaks down psychedelic law in Seattle with attorneys Perry Salzhauer & Daniel Shortt—what the entheogen resolution covers, what it doesn’t, and the risks it creates.

Episode Summary

Most people think Seattle has legalized psychedelics. It hasn’t—at all. In this episode, recorded live at SetSet’s Psychedelic Salon at Town Hall Seattle, host April Pride sits down with attorneys Perry Salzhauer and Daniel Shortt—two of the most respected legal voices shaping psychedelic and cannabis policy in the U.S.

Together, they break down psychedelic law in Seattle, clarify what the city’s 2021 Entheogen Resolution really allows (and what it absolutely does not), and explain the risks around gifting, cultivating, and even discussing psychedelics in a professional setting.

If you’re microdosing quietly, contemplating a community container, or considering any psychedelic-related offering, this episode is your essential legal literacy guide.

Frequently Asked Questions About Psychedelic Law in Seattle

1. Is psilocybin legal in Seattle?

No. Psilocybin is still illegal under Washington state and federal law. Seattle’s 2021 resolution merely deprioritizes enforcement for certain activities such as possession, gifting, and small-scale cultivation.

2. What does “decriminalized” actually mean in Seattle?

Seattle has not decriminalized psychedelics. Instead, the City Council instructed law enforcement to place the lowest priority on pursuing cases involving noncommercial entheogen possession, gifting, and cultivation.

3. Can I legally buy mushrooms in Seattle?

No. Any form of purchasing—even disguised transactions like “stickers,” “sandwiches,” or “cover charges that include mushrooms”—falls outside the resolution and can still lead to prosecution.

4. Is gifting psychedelics allowed?

Gifting without any compensation—money, labor, products, services, or “value”—is deprioritized for enforcement.However, anything that resembles a commercial transaction can increase legal risk.

5. Can I grow mushrooms at home in Seattle?

Cultivation is formally deprioritized under the city resolution, but still illegal under state and federal law. There is no legal safe harbor for personal cultivation.

6. Are psychedelic therapy sessions legal in Washington?

No. Washington has no legal pathway for psychedelic-assisted therapy. Colorado currently offers the safest regulated route for professionals seeking to integrate entheogens into clinical practice.

🔵 Resources

- Upcoming Psychedelic Salon at Town Hall Seattle

- SetSet’s Psychedelic Toolkit

- Micro-Psyched 12-Week Microdosing Program

- Perry Salzhauer & Daniel Shortt: Attorneys at Salzhauer & Shortt | salzhauershortt.com

Learn more about this episode: https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/psychedelic-law-seattle-entheogen-decriminalization

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112. Epidemic of Fear: How Psychedelics Help Us Transcend Stuckness

Discover how psychedelics help retrain the nervous system to move from fear to flow. April Pride explores the roots of stuckness, the Hero’s Journey, and how microdosing and macrodosing support nervous system healing.

🔵 What You’ll Learn

- Why fear is the defining epidemic of our time—and how it paralyzes potential.

- How Traditional Chinese Medicine, neuroscience, and psychedelics all point to fear as stuck energy—and what to do about it.

- The biological mechanisms behind psychedelics’ ability to downregulate fear-based responses and support nervous system healing.

- Why flow, faith, and nervous system regulation are the antidotes to fear—and how SetSet’s integration-first approach mirrors the Hero’s Journey.

🔵 Key Takeaways

- Fear isn't the enemy—it's a threshold guardian. It signals that you’re close to a transformation.

- Psychedelics like psilocybin, MDMA, ketamine, and LSD help retrain the nervous system, soften the amygdala, and create new associations.

- Microdosing is a nervous system rehearsal, teaching the body that “this cue is safe.” Over time, safety becomes a state, not a goal.

- Flow = faith in motion. It’s not about erasing fear—it’s about metabolizing it into freedom.

🔵 Resources

- April’s Substack series: Microdosing for Midlife

- SetSet Psychedelic Card Deck

- Town Hall Seattle Salons

Learn more about this episode: https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/epidemic-of-fear-psychedelics-stuckness

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103. Feminine Psychedelic Power: Healing Stories from the Inside Out

In this soulful and story-rich episode, April Pride welcomes Sand Symes, a guide with decades of experience guiding women through psychedelic journeys. Together, they explore how feminine energy—when supported by plant medicine like psilocybin, cannabis, and MDMA—can become a powerful portal to emotional liberation and embodied truth. Through lived experience and clinical wisdom, Sand unpacks why traditional therapy often falls short for women and how sacred psychedelics offer a different kind of transformation—rooted in intuition, ancestry, and nervous system recalibration. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to prepare for a journey as a woman, or why psilocybin healing feels so personal, this conversation will meet you where you are.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Feminine energy healing with psychedelics helps women release outdated stories embedded in their nervous systems.

-Sand Symes shares her journey from social work to sacred medicine, working with psilocybin, cannabis, and MDMA.

-Psychedelics help rewire trauma responses and open a deeper connection to ancestral and intuitive wisdom.

-The power of preparation and integration: true healing begins before and continues long after the journey.

-These medicines invite sovereignty, not escapism—women reclaim their truth through presence and self-compassion.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/feminine-energy-healing-with-psychedelics

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17. What it Means to Be Cali Sober: Psilocybin Microdosing Dosage

How much is too much? How little is too little? In this episode of The High Guide, April Pride and guest Michelle Lhooq dig deep into the elusive art of psilocybin microdosing—why it matters, how to do it, and what not to do. Drawing from personal experience and global conversations, they cover everything from LSD tinctures to Beyoncé-induced weeping, offering science-backed insight and real-world wisdom for those navigating the Cali Sober lifestyle. Whether you're curious about your first 0.2g dose or recalibrating after a 3.5g hero’s journey, this one’s for you.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-A microdose is typically between 0.1–0.5g of psilocybin—well below a “heroic” 3.5g dose.

-Always start slow, especially in social settings. You can always take more—but not less.

-Set (mindset) and setting (environment) are just as important as dose for a smooth experience.

-Tinctures offer more accurate, fast-acting dosing than chocolates or capsules.

-Guidance from experienced peers or a sober trip-sitter can transform your first experience.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/psilocybin-microdosing-dosage-tips

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16. What It Means to Be Cali Sober: Michelle Lhooq on Redefining Sobriety

What happens when you quit everything except cannabis and psychedelics? In this episode of The High Guide, April Pride speaks with journalist Michelle Lhooq, who coined the now-mainstream term “Cali sober.” Together, they unpack how cannabis and psychedelics became Michelle’s tools for recovery, self-regulation, and creative reconnection. From New York party girl burnout to desert mushroom ceremonies, Michelle shares how this drug diet reset her body, mind, and spirit—and why this lifestyle resonates especially with high-functioning, high-strung women navigating modern sobriety. Tune in to explore why sobriety isn’t a one-size-fits-all journey, and how women are rewriting the rules.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-“Cali sober” means abstaining from alcohol and hard drugs while using cannabis and psychedelics intentionally.

-Michelle Lhooq coined the term after her personal shift from NYC nightlife to a slower California pace.

-The viral Vice essay that introduced the world to this new sobriety sparked wide media interest and brand adoption.

-Cali sober isn’t a rigid protocol—it’s a flexible framework for redefining wellness and substance use.

-BIPOC women, especially Asian women, often face stigma around drug use; Michelle’s story challenges that narrative

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15. Can You Fly with Weed? Real Talk on Traveling with Cannabis

Whether you're road-tripping to Oregon or flying back from Hawaii, traveling with cannabis is a high-stakes dance between freedom and federal law. This week on The High Guide, April Pride gathers three cannabis-savvy women—Jackie Bryant, Veronica Castillo, and Amanda Reiman—for an unfiltered conversation on what it really means to pack weed, privilege, and risk into your travel plans. Expect raw insights, hilarious hacks (hello, sex toy stash), and reminders that not all travelers carry the same risks. You’ll learn what tools to pack, how to mask the smell, and why a chillum might just be your best friend on the go.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-TSA isn’t actively looking for cannabis—but if they find it, they will confiscate it.

-A smell-proof stash bag is a must. So is repackaging your weed to avoid obvious THC branding.

-Risk tolerance depends on your identity: BIPOC travelers face higher legal stakes.

-Pre-rolls, mini joints, and chillums are ideal for discreet and efficient on-the-go use.

-Clean your pipe or pack it with your dirty laundry—it’s all about plausible deniability.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/tips-for-traveling-with-cannabis

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14. Inside Cannabis Tourism in California: A Guide to the Emerald Triangle

What happens when you pair Northern California's cannabis heritage with immersive travel? In this episode of The High Guide, host April Pride uncovers the heart of cannabis tourism in California through firsthand experiences in the Emerald Triangle—Humboldt, Mendocino, and Trinity counties. Guests Jackie Bryant, Amanda Reiman, and Veronica Castillo reveal how weed retreats, glamping stays, and DIY adventures are rewriting what it means to “get high.” From the legendary terroir of NorCal bud to honoring the farmers behind the movement, this episode is part travelogue, part pilgrimage. You’ll hear what makes visiting the source of your flower not just novel—but transformative.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Amsterdam may be out, but California’s cannabis tourism scene is in—and thriving across NorCal.

-The Emerald Triangle offers immersive “weed and…” experiences: hiking, kayaking, history tours, and more.

-Cannabis terroir—like wine—is real. The soil, culture, and climate of the Triangle create distinctive flower.

-Small farms like Sol Spirit Retreats and Booney Acres welcome visitors for glamping and grow education.

-Cannabis travel is also cultural travel: honoring the pioneers and resistance that made legal weed possible.

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13. Should You Swap Your Sauvignon for a THC Spritz? The Rise of Cannabis Beverages

Curious about trading your evening wine for a cannabis spritz? You’re not alone. In this episode of The High Guide, host April Pride unpacks the booming world of cannabis beverages—how they surged during the pandemic, how they differ from alcohol, and why more women are swapping wine for weed. With guests Judy Yee (Mad Lilly) and Victoria Pustynsky (Aurora), we explore what makes drinkable THC feel safer, smoother, and more social. Expect real talk about formulation, onset time, and why these fizzy sips might be your next favorite ritual. Whether you're canna-curious or a seasoned smoker, this is your guide to weed drinks 101.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Cannabis beverage sales spiked during the pandemic—up 46% from 2019 to 2020.

-THC drinks offer a social and predictable alternative to alcohol with fewer health risks.

-Onset for cannabis drinks is faster (5–15 mins) than traditional edibles due to sublingual absorption.

-Ingredient quality and sugar content vary—read labels carefully to match your health goals.

-Dosing matters: products range from 5mg to 100mg of THC, so know your limit before you sip.

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12. How to Dab Without Drama: A High Guide to Cannabis Concentrate Consumption

Curious about cannabis concentrates but put off by blowtorches and techie tools? In this episode of The High Guide, April Pride breaks down the essentials of cannabis concentrate consumption with humor, clarity, and zero judgment. Joined by longtime dabbers and hardware pros, this episode walks listeners through traditional dab rigs, smart devices like the Puffco Peak, temperature best practices, and cleaning musts to avoid sticky disasters. If you’re a woman looking for plant-based pleasure without the guesswork, this is your high-vibe, low-drama intro to dabbing. Spoiler: Yes, there’s a right way to use Q-tips.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Dabbing can be quick and efficient—especially for high-tolerance users like Raeven Duckett.

-Classic dab rigs require torches or enails, and choosing the right heat source matters.

-Smart rigs like the Puffco Peak offer a less intimidating, button-push option for newbies.

-Temperature control (think 450–550°F) is key to flavor, smoothness, and avoiding wasted product.

-Cleaning your rig after each session isn’t optional—it’s essential.

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11. What’s the Deal with Solventless Cannabis Concentrates?

Ever wondered what the hell is the difference between live resin and live rosin—and why it matters for your high? In this special 7/10 edition of The High Guide, April Pride sits down with Elise McRoberts, Chief Marketing Officer of Doc Greens, to decode the textures, terms, and techniques behind today’s cannabis concentrates. Whether you're dabbing for the first time or refining your palette as a self-proclaimed solventless snob, this episode unpacks the science and the slang so you can walk into a dispensary (or dab party) with confidence. From hash history to modern rosin rituals, Elise and April offer a cultural, technical, and experiential guide to navigating the ever-expanding concentrate landscape.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Solventless cannabis concentrates like live rosin are made without chemicals—just ice, water, and pressure.

-Both live resin and live rosin begin with "fresh frozen" flower, but live resin uses solvents like butane (BHO), while rosin does not.

-The texture of concentrates (badder, budder, diamonds) doesn't determine quality—it’s about starting material and method.

-Fresh frozen flower retains more terpenes, delivering more authentic plant medicine.

-Some strains don’t “wash well” into hash, so BHO can still serve high-quality purposes.

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