Psychedelics + live music events = joy, chaos, and sometimes crisis. Our Medical Director, Dr. Case Newsom (ER physician + Stadium Medical + Zendo Project) talks about what it takes to create safe spaces at big events, how we’re refining harm reduction protocols, and why collaboration between medical, security, and emotional support teams matters more than ever.
The dust is settling and we’re so curious to learn from our Burning Man community – how was your experience on playa this year? Did
Burning Man is close. Since 2012, anyone having a challenging experience on playa could find support in the Zendo. This year we are showing up differently. Since
Dance, music, and community gatherings have been part of human culture for thousands of years. Long before there were stages, sound systems, or wristbands, our
Dear Zendo Project Supporter, After 14 years of providing psychedelic care and emotional support to the Burning Man community, 2026 brings about a significant change.
Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to complete the Zendo Project’s Sitting and Integration Training (SIT), and I came away deeply impressed with both
At some point, when you are sitting with someone, you will mess up. It’s inevitable. Even experienced sitters miss cues or say the wrong thing.
