A Night of Psychedelic Shorts with Paul Stamets

Please join us Sunday 2/22 at ZeroSpace in Brooklyn for a cinematic evening of psychedelic storytelling, film, and live conversation featuring Paul Stamets, Dr. Pamela Kryskow, Marcina Hall, and Stephen Apkon of Reconsider.

Set against ZeroSpace’s immersive ICVFX stage, we’ll be screening a curated selection of mind-blowing animated shorts from The Psychedelic Puppet Show, including the NYC premiere of a new short film featuring Paul Stamets, produced in collaboration with Reconsider, the team behind the critically acclaimed documentary “Fantastic Fungi.”

Following the screening, Paul, Pamela, Marcina, and Stephen will come together for a live panel discussion exploring psychedelics, storytelling, and the power of narrative in shaping cultural transformation in the modern world. The evening will conclude with an audience Q&A and time to connect, where non-alcoholic refreshments will be available for purchase courtesy of Hekate Café & Elixir Lounge.

Please note: Doors Open at 7pm and there is no early entry. Backpacks and large bags are NOT permitted at our events and there is no bag check

Paul Stamets

Paul is a world-renowned expert on fungi, specializing in medicinal and psilocybin mushrooms. He developed the “Stamets Stack”: a protocol for enhancing cognitive function, mental well-being, and neurogenesis. He founded Host Defense Mushrooms, the industry leader in fungi supplements. Following his philosophy that “MycoDiversity is BioSecurity” he funds research to save rare strains of mushrooms that dwell within the old-growth forests. Recently clinical studies validate the powerful immune supporting benefits of mushroom mycelium. He is the author of eight books, including Psilocybin Mushrooms in their Natural Habitats (2025). He is a passionate protector of the planet.

Dr. Pamela Kryskow, MD

Pamela  is a physician and leading researcher in psychedelic-assisted therapy. She is the medical lead for Roots to Thrive Non Profit, a founding board member of the Psychedelic Association of Canada and the Medical Chair of the Psychedelic Assisted Therapy program at Vancouver Island University. Her work focuses on treating PTSD,  depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders and end-of-life distress using legal access to psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine. She serves on the PPS non profit board.

Stephen Apkon 

Stephen Apkon is an award-winning filmmaker, and social entrepreneur. He is the Founder and former Executive Director of the Jacob Burns Film Center, a non-profit film and education center located in Pleasantville, NY. Stephen is the Director and Producer of There is Another Way and Disturbing the Peace. He is also an Executive Producer of Fantastic Fungi and Planetary, and Producer of I’m Carolyn Parker and Enlistment Days, and Co-Producer of Presenting Princess Shaw. He is the author of The Age of the Image: Redefining Literacy in a World of Screens, published by Farrar, Straus & Giroux – foreword by Martin Scorsese. Stephen lives in the Hudson Valley with his partner Marcina, their dog Osa, and the flora, fauna, and fungi they share this corner of the planet with.

Marcina Hale: 

Marcina is a therapist and filmmaker who is trained in many modalities from different traditions and appreciates the collective wisdom of cultures. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and also CIIS and MAPS certified in psychedelic work. She has facilitated conversations and workshops internationally and across the US and has had the honor of co-creating with many amazing people, especially the team at Reconsider. She is an Executive Producer of Fantastic Fungi, Producer of Disturbing the Peace and There is Another Way, and a facilitator for Reconsiders work”play”shop experiences, which have been held in the U.S. and internationally. Marcina spoke at TEDxKC Women about how to change the world in which we are living. Marcina’s vision is to catalyze the creation of experiences that evoke thought and conversations that both challenge and inspire new ways of relating to ourselves and to life itself.

Reconsider: 

Reconsider tackles pressing individual and societal challenges with a focus on possibilities. By sparking curiosity and examining core narratives, we empower visionary leaders (within all of us) to reimagine and co-create vibrant futures through creativity and collaboration. Reconsider is a 501(c)3 nonprofit media and workshop organization dedicated to fostering innovation, creativity, responsibility, and community to create a more connected and harmonious world.

Psychedelic Puppet Show: 

The Psychedelic Puppet Show is a non-profit addressing a deep global need for connection, inclusivity, and understanding, combating stigma and misunderstanding surrounding psychedelics and non-ordinary states of consciousness. Our platform is dedicated to creating content that awakens curiosity, encourages open dialogue, and invites audiences into a state of awe and wonder.Art and storytelling have the transformative power to demystify these experiences, cultivate empathy, and build an interconnected global community. We celebrate diverse perspectives and foster collaboration by supporting artists worldwide through commissions, grants, distribution, and revenue-sharing opportunities.

ZeroSpace: 

ZeroSpace is a next-gen production & creative studio specializing in the integration of digital, virtual, and live content. What began in 2018 as an award-winning immersive art exhibit has evolved into a production and incubation operation in downtown Brooklyn; featuring a fixed-install LED ICVFX stage, Vicon motion capture stage, head and full-body photogrammetry, volumetric capture stage, 40,000 sq. ft. of rentable warehouse space and a world-class team of artists, developers, technicians, and innovators.

Hekate: 

Hekate is a convivial community space fueled by feminine energy. Join us for the alcohol-free social ambience of Manhattan’s ONLY 100% boozeless bar, designed for those who seek the alchemy of herbal elixirs. Our café is an unusual retail experience and gathering place for anyone who might appreciate a sober alternative to bars with an assortment of herb-based beverages, full of nutraceuticals and adaptogens. In addition to thirst-quenching drinks, we carry an assortment of antiques and oddities, crafts and curiosities. Check our events calendar for workshops, acoustic music, art openings, book signings, poetry readings and more.

https://www.hekatenyc.com/

The Psychedelic Assembly: 

The Psychedelic Assembly is a member-supported community organization cultivating connection, education, and culture at the edge of expanded consciousness. Through events and creative programming, we aim to support the growth of authentic culture rooted in curiosity, care, human connection, and collective transformation.

https://www.thepsychedelicassembly.com/

Disclaimer: The Psychedelic Assembly is an educational, community-focused organization. We do not sell, supply, or facilitate access to any substances. Solicitation, use, or distribution of substances — as well as disruptive or disrespectful behavior — will not be tolerated.

These are private events, and we reserve the right to ask anyone to leave if their behavior compromises the safety or integrity of the space. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, grounded, and welcoming environment for everyone.

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