Great Men Struggle w/ Suicidal Ideation — Ibogaine, PTSD, and Coming Back From the Edge (w/ Dr. Daniel Franz and U.S. Army Veteran Anthony Woolever)

Shane Sams is joined by clinical psychologist Dr. Daniel Franz and U.S. Army veteran Anthony Woolever for an incredibly raw and deeply personal exploration of trauma, suicidal ideation, and the frontier of psychedelic assisted therapy. Anthony opens up about a lifetime of struggle, tracing the lines from childhood abuse and a suicide attempt at seventeen to a harrowing combat tour in Iraq that left him trapped in a perpetual state of fight or flight for over twenty years. After traditional therapy failed to provide relief, Anthony discovered the healing potential of plant medicines through a community of faith, eventually leading him to a life altering ibogaine experience in Mexico. Dr. Dan provides vital clinical context throughout the conversation, explaining how these specialized protocols help quiet the default mode network of the brain and spark the neuroplasticity necessary to dissolve deep seated fears and decades of chronic physical pain. The discussion moves beyond the initial medicine journeys to focus heavily on the critical role of preparation, safety, and lifelong integration. Anthony shares his daily post experience practices, highlighting the profound impact of pen to paper journaling, reading scripture, and intentional physical wellness on maintaining his mental clarity. The trio also examines the current legal and medical landscape of these treatments, from accessible ketamine therapy to international options for ibogaine, while Shane shares his own striking story of physical restoration following a psilocybin experience. Ultimately, this episode serves as a powerful testament to how men can transition from pain to purpose, utilize their darkest battles to save others, and find a path back to a life worth living. You're already a good man. Now become great on your own terms. No fake alpha nonsense. No paint-by-numbers 'family man' checklists. No endless trauma dumps. Get unstuck and reclaim your power in work, relationships, fatherhood, and life. End the war within. Find peace without. Learn more about The Great Men Project at https://www.greatmen.org