Medicine Song

Spiritual Healing and the Psychedelic Renaissance

By: Joseph Tafur MD, Caroline Pincus - editor, Scott Shannon MD - foreword

Narrated by: Joseph Tafur, Luis Robledo

An ancient prophecy of the Eagle and the Condor, here representing the often-polarized science and spirit, mind and heart, foretold that ours would be a time of great upheaval calling for a re-harmonizing, a healing, both within ourselves and in the world at large.

In this follow-up to his highly acclaimed first book, The Fellowship of the River, medical doctor and curandero Joe Tafur looks to this prophecy as he invites you to rediscover the sacred in yourself and in the world around you. Tafur offers fascinating stories–medicine songs–of his own and numerous others’ including spirit-opening encounters, together with a chronicle of the past 30+ years of scientific breakthroughs known as the Psychedelic Renaissance (which includes clinical research into the therapeutic use of MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine). These parallel accounts reveal that sacred plants and psychedelic medicines, offered responsibly, whether in medical clinics or spiritual retreats, can catalyze profound emotional healing through spiritual awakening.

For anyone struggling with emotional distress or feelings of disconnection and despair, this book points the way toward a brighter future, where we can find meaning, healing, and connection–and thrive.

©2025 Joseph Tafur (P)2025 Joseph Tafur

Inspiring Hope through Storytelling and Song

In Medicine Song, Dr. Joe Tafur offers his personal and profound journey to becoming a modern curandero. He guides the reader through powerful stories of those he's supported in healing and enriches the conversation of plant-medicine and spiritual discovery in this time of the psychedelic renaissance. Dr. Tafur's unique background and training in modern medicine and traditional, indigenous ceremony makes him relatable and valuable to a vast audience. I have recommended that my clients, colleagues, friends and family members listen to AND read both versions of Medicine Song and The Fellowship of the River (his first book) to support their healing journeys.

Dr. Tafur's stories are engaging and inspiring for the non-psychedelic user, the layperson, health professionals, psychonauts and the psychedelic-curious, alike. His wisdom and knowledge are grounded in the material realm, yet his atunement to the spiritual realm allows for hope in healing beyond the seen and physically-felt.

Furthermore, Dr. Tafur humbly navigates the spiritual and modern practices of medicine and healing, not only as an expert, but as a student, continually learning from indigenous elders and traditional healers, elevating their voices, as well as honoring the timeless, faceless spiritual guidance of plants, the land and spiritual realms.

Must read!

The story of spiritual healing coming to life in real time

An eloquent magical journey woven with sound scientific research told by Dr Tafur as if you’re witnessing it all unfold in real time. Medicine Song is a testament to how Faith and Medicine are so interwoven when it comes to the sacred fragility of Life. A must read for anyone looking to heal or to be healed.

Excellent story telling of spiritual healing

Dr Joe Tafur tells compelling and inspiring stories of everyday people experiencing extraordinary healing with psychedelic medicines. He remains humble and expresses gratitude for his all his teachers and mentors. But Joe clearly has deep wisdom and exceptional skills. The book emphasizes the good medicine found in acts of compassion. And the healing powers of sharing and receiving our true stories.
Thank you Joe

Fascinating story told with heart

Medicine Song by Dr Joe Tafur is a beautiful book about the evolution of the psychedelic renaissance told with great heart and wise soul. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

Attitude of Gratitude

Thank you for sharing your story and connection to the Creator.

Bless you and all that do!

‘Twas an awesome read and listen while working and painting in my studio.

You’re a true blessing on this Earth. Keep shining bright.

Love & Divine Blessings to you and yours.

Always