Potcast 251: Defining the American Sesh Experience

Arend Richard’s latest venture, Cirrus Social Club aims to define the American sesh experience and reinvent nightlife by providing a space for conscious cannabis consumption. On Potcast 251, we explore some of the challenges of ganjapreneurship and the difficulties of fundraising. And we discuss the importance - and benefits - of creating a comfortable environment where people can sesh together. I think you'll find Arend's positive attitude and dedication to his vision inspiring. Click the link and sesh with us.

Potcast 245: Living A Full Spectrum Lifestyle

Are you ready to live a full spectrum lifestyle? In this chat with Ryan Sprague, the founder & co owner of Highly Optimized, we explore a healthy cannabis infused lifestyle, what it means to do the inner work, and the value of growing plant medicine with conscious intention. If you’re feeling the gentle nudges of desire to expand your life beyond your current experience, this potcast is for you. It’s also for canna curious souls seeking to grow your relationship with cannabis and integrate plant medicine as a tool to optimize your day to day. Excellent resources and affiliate deals in these show notes.

Potcast 244: Get Enlifted and Shed the Victim Mentality

If you have habitual thoughts that aren’t serving you, this potcast is for you. It’s also for the positive evolution of the cannabis industry and culture. By the end of this chat with Mark England, co-founder and head couch of Enlifted, I suspect you’ll be curiously analyzing your own internal and external dialogue. And that’s the gateway to getting more of what you want in life. So grab a pen and paper and let's get casually baked and highly enlifted. Great resources and discounts from partner brands in these show notes.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

Potcast 202: Cannabis and the Unjust Criminal Justice System

During our chat, Loriel Alegrete explains the conspiracy that changed her life and inspired her cannabis business, 40 Tons. She also pulls back the curtain on the war on drugs with firsthand insight into our unjust criminal justice system and what we can do to inspire hope and connection for those incarcerated for non-violent cannabis crimes. And I offer my two cents on how we can help smooth the transition for the formerly incarcerated stepping back into a world high on propaganda and cancel culture. Meet next week’s potcast guest in the Sustainability Roll-Up sponsored by OCB rolling papers.

Potcast 201: What's the Deal with Delta-8 THC?

If you’re ready for a formulation scientist’s perspective on Delta-8 THC and first-hand info on what it’s like working with cannabinoids and why the process and testing matters to us as consumers, settle in for this smoke sesh with my cannabis soul sister. This week’s Sustainability Roll-Up presented by OCB rolling papers explores America’s farmland and exactly who’s gobbling up the acreage and why that matters to you and me.

Potcast 200: Addiction, Recovery, Cannabis and Trusting Your Gut

Last week we discussed trauma and how it can manifest in our everyday experience. And this week you’re in for a very personal chat with one of my cannabis lifestyle clients about trauma response, addiction, rehab, recovery, and trusting your gut. Melody Jenkins shares her experience managing both bipolar disorder and alcohol use disorder. And her current exploration of cannabis as a tool in her wellness toolkit. We also discuss nicotine vaping and propylene glycol allergies. This week’s Sustainability Roll-Up presented by OCB rolling papers is for all of you nicotine vapers out there.

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