Nosce te ipsum — Know Thyself
Psychedelics 101 is the cornerstone offering of Bufo University—an invitation to explore consciousness through the lens of discipline, wisdom, and self-knowledge.
Rooted in the principle engraved in our crest—Nosce te ipsum (Know Thyself)—this course bridges ancient traditions and modern science, guiding students through the history, neurobiology, cultural context, and ethical responsibility of working with psychedelic substances.
We do not offer shortcuts.
We offer frameworks for understanding.
This is education—not facilitation.
Grounded in harm reduction. Anchored in integrity. Aligned with truth.
Those preparing for intentional psychedelic experiences
Those integrating past experiences into deeper understanding
Practitioners seeking a stronger intellectual and ethical foundation
Individuals committed to the path of self-knowledge
By the end of this course, you will:
Understand the structure and classification of psychedelic compounds
Trace the lineage of these medicines from ceremony to clinical research
Grasp the science of consciousness and neuroplasticity
Compare key medicines: psilocybin, ayahuasca, LSD, and Bufo (5-MeO-DMT)
Apply the principles of set & setting with precision
Recognize contraindications, risks, and safety protocols
Engage with the ethical responsibilities of this work
Develop a personal integration practice rooted in self-awareness
6-Week Live Cohort (Zoom)
90-Minute Weekly Sessions
Small Cohort (8–20 students)
Interactive + Dialogue-Driven
9 Total Instructional Hours
This is not content consumption.
It is a disciplined container for inquiry and reflection.
This work is not about escape.
It is about recognition.
Not what you find—
but what you are able to see.
This course is strictly educational and does not provide medical advice, therapy, or facilitation.
Instructor: Psy Rod (also known as Rod Zapanta)
Format: On-Demand via YouTube (Private Access)
Duration: 8 Hours
Investment: $499.00
Course Overview
This course explores the hidden architecture of modern society—where economics, power, and human behavior intersect. Delivered through a private YouTube learning experience, students move at their own pace while gaining a deeper understanding of financial systems, global influence, and pathways toward self-sufficiency.
Designed for those seeking clarity beyond surface-level narratives, this course bridges macroeconomics with real-world application and personal sovereignty.
What You’ll Explore
Evolution of currency: barter to modern monetary systems
Credit, debt, and financial control structures
The gold standard and rise of the petro-dollar
Hard assets vs. digital wealth
Global trade and economic positioning
Institutional influence: corporations, governments, and networks
Current events and their socioeconomic impact
Foundations of self-sustaining systems and permaculture
Applied Systems & Survival Thinking
Asset diversification (land, digital currency, commodities)
Homesteading and off-grid strategies
Food, water, and renewable energy systems
Building resilience through community and trade
Outcome
Students gain a systems-level understanding of the modern world and practical tools to navigate, adapt, and build independent frameworks.
Instructor: Psy Rod (also known as Rod Zapanta)
Format: On-Demand via YouTube + Live Community Option
Duration: 8 Hours
Investment: $399.00
Optional Membership: $70/month (Live Trading Sessions)
Course Overview
A streamlined introduction to trading, delivered through private YouTube access for flexible, self-paced learning. This course removes unnecessary complexity and focuses on what actually matters—risk management, probability, and disciplined execution.
What You’ll Learn
Core trading principles without overcomplication
Risk vs. reward and probability-based thinking
Market behavior and manipulation awareness
Strategy development and execution discipline
Avoiding emotional and psychological pitfalls
Live Trading Community (Optional)
3 weekly live sessions
Real-time strategy application
Community-based learning and support
Continued guidance and discussion
Philosophy
Trading is structured risk—not speculation driven by emotion. This course emphasizes clarity, discipline, and long-term consistency.
Important Note
This is an educational experience only. No financial advice is given. Participation requires understanding and acceptance of market risk.
All Bufo University courses are delivered via private YouTube access, allowing students to:
Learn at their own pace
Rewatch and deepen understanding
Access content from anywhere in the world
If you want, I can also:
Add a short bio for Psy Rod / Rod Zapanta
Or give him a Bufo-style moniker/brand name (something catchy and marketable for YouTube)
Bufo University is an ethics-first alternative university that teaches self-reliance, natural healing, psychedelic literacy and conscious living. Courses combine science, tradition and practical skills so students can grow in ethics, nature and expanded consciousness.
Bufo University is an independent alternative education organization. Its programs are practical courses and microcredentials rather than traditional degrees, built around structured instruction, dialogue and real-world application.
Current offerings include Psychedelics 101, the 6-week foundational course, and Bufo Foundations, an introduction to the history, science and ethics of Bufo and 5-MeO-DMT. Upcoming programs cover ketamine therapy, ibogaine, psilocybin studies, and self-reliance and homesteading.
Programs run as live online cohorts, with some on-demand learning options, so students can join from anywhere in the United States and beyond.
Email dev@bufou.org, call 202-367-1700, or use the contact page. The team will help you choose the right program and complete enrollment.
