Posts tagged conscious consumerism
Potcast 241: Curious About Cannabis

In this chat with Jason Wilson, creator of the Curious About Cannabis educational platform and cannabis science textbook, we talk about the unsung compounds in cannabis, essential oils and inhalation, testing lab culture, and the trickle-down effect for consumers. We also discuss THC and THC-light alternatives (a.k.a. synthetic cannabinoids), legalization, and patient empowerment. Nerd out on cannabis education with us! The more you know, the better the plant and your relationship with it grow.

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Potcast 240: The Friend Economy

If you’re not actively supporting your dreams, this potcast is for you. It’s also for anyone feeling overworked, underpaid and in need of appreciation. Continuing to hustle harder- we all know it’s not a sustainable way to live. My blood and soul sister, Crystal Nuding, joins me to talk about the importance of high-vibe living and finding peace, inspiration, and abundance in your everyday experience. Come explore the friend economy with us!

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Potcast 207: Tales of Cannabis Harvest

In honor of cannabis harvest, I dug up these classic tales featuring three voices from Briceland Forest Farm, a small, second-generation family farmstead, cannabis and market farm in Humboldt County run by husband and wife duo Daniel and Taylor Stein. Learn if you’re WWOOFer material in this week’s Sustainability Roll-Up by OCB rolling papers. Great pictures and resources in these show notes!

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Potcast 206: Cannabis Misinformation and Seeking Truth

We’re getting in the weeds on misinformation and seeking the truth. Cannabis prohibition did a real number on both Baby Boomers and Gen X’ers like me. And though we’re nearing the end of cannabis prohibition, the journey to ending cannabis misinformation is far from over. Elana Goldberg, CEO of The Cannigma, and I discuss history, cannabis research, and a new cannabis classification system. We explore the power of story, the importance of finding credible sources, and how to detect misinformation. In the Sustainability Roll-Up by OCB rolling papers, we tackle disinformation and waking up the consumption zombies in our lives. As always, find great resources in these show notes!

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Potcast 205: Surviving the American Healthcare System

We’re getting the inside scoop on surviving the American Healthcare System from David Wilcox, a doctorate-prepared nurse with decades of experience. From going to the hospital to handling insurance companies to finding lower-cost alternatives for medications to discovering new models of patient-centric care and talking to your doctor about cannabis. Discover his recently published book “How to Avoid Being a Victim of the American Healthcare System: A Patient’s Handbook for Survival (2021).” In the Sustainability Roll-Up sponsored by OCB rolling papers, we celebrate female farmers. Find lots of fantastic resources in these show notes!

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Potcast 204: Unpacking the Cannabis Shopping Experience

Let’s unpack the cannabis shopping experience and arm you with some basics tools to choose cannabis products you can feel confident buying and consuming. Joining me is Andrea Brooks, founder and CEO of Sava, a leading online cannabis marketplace and delivery service in the Bay Area. In the Sustainability Roll-Up sponsored by OCB rolling papers, we explore how to tell legal from illegal cannabis dispensaries in California and why that matters.

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Potcast 203: Save Craft Cannabis Farming

Calling all cannabis lovers to save craft cannabis farming! Daniel Fink is part of the new guard of responsible cannabis cultivation. Daniel operates Down OM Farms, a micro-scale regenerative polyculture farm near Grass Valley, CA. He shows us what it looks like to walk the walk as a sun + earth certified craft cannabis farmer. And for you, green thumbs - Daniel covers responsible ways you can evolve your at-home gardening practices. In the Sustainability Roll-Up sponsored by OCB rolling papers, we learn about alarming price drops for premium Emerald Triangle craft cannabis, why it’s happening, and what we can do to support our local farmers.

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Potcast 185: Pot, Personal Sovereignty and Conscious Consumerism

Nowadays, it seems like everybody’s got either advice or a pitch and sometimes it's hard to discern the difference. This potcast is dedicated to Mr. Wilson, the teacher that demanded I ask questions and seek the truth. And who inspired me to thoughtfully conduct experiments and respectfully debate the issues to find solutions. The Sustainability Roll-Up, sponsored by OCB rolling papers, spotlights conscious consumerism. Find helpful resources in these show notes.

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