Cannabis Science Podcast
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsCannabis Science Podcast is a show dedicated entirely to answering your most salient questions about cannabis, it’s uses, preparations, products, and constituents using the most recent and proven scientific data from both industry and academic sources. Join Dr. Ricardo Rivera, a faculty member in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of British Columbia. Each episode takes listeners through a lighthearted, yet in-depth look into cannabis from an industry insiders’ perspective. This is the science of cannabis made simple!
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Cannabis Science Podcast Back and Better Than Ever!
December 30, 2020 09:34 - 27 minutes - 19 MBWithout sounding too cliche I'm sure I can say with confidence that 2020 has been a challenging year for most. For us here at Cannabis Science Podcast it has been no exemption. Between closures, hacks, and even a few career changes, Kimit and Ricardo will be letting everyone know what we've been up to during this long and socially distanced year. Ready to face 2021 head on with a bunch of new episodes and brand new site coming soon!
BONUS: Lo-Fi Juke by Brentwoods x Paperwave
July 14, 2020 00:44 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBCannabis Science Podcast is deeply influenced by radio and music. What better way to blend these two things together than to have some Bonus music from our very own DJ Paperwave and Brentwoods with one of their new tracks calle Lo-Fi Juke. Enjoy! Additional resources and information http://www.cannabisconciencia.org http://www.coopradio.org Music by Brentwoods x Paperwave
The Dangers of Hydrocarbon Extraction
July 13, 2020 06:45 - 55.8 MBFor many people throughout the cannabis industry, the words hydrocarbon extraction often elicits very “polarizing” opinions. For some, it’s the ideal method for creating the best cannabis concentrates currently available. For others, it provokes images of toxic by-products and explosive outcomes. The reality of course, is somewhere in between. If done correctly hydrocarbon extraction can definitely produce some incredible products, but when performed incorrectly the results can often be disa...
The Science of Environmental Engineering for Cannabis Cultivation
June 11, 2020 03:23 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBAs humans, we need certain temperatures and humidity levels in our environment for our bodies to be at their best, and Cannabis Sativa is no different. When conditions drift outside these ranges, bad things usually start happening. For today’s episode we wanted to invite an engineer and expert in heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and dehumidification to help us better understand all this. Roberto Battiston, Chief Technology Officer for Inspire Transpiration Solutions, explains how idea...
The Science of Hydrocarbon Cannabis Extraction
May 11, 2020 04:38 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBFor many people throughout the cannabis industry, the words hydrocarbon extraction often elicits very “polarizing” opinions. For some, it’s the ideal method for creating the best cannabis concentrates currently available. For others, it provokes images of toxic by-products and explosive outcomes. The reality of course, is somewhere in between. If done correctly hydrocarbon extraction can definitely produce some incredible products, but when performed incorrectly the results can often be disa...
Unlocking the Secrets of Cannabis Trichomes and Terpenes – with Dewey Scientific’s Dr. Jordan Zager and Dr. Mark Lange
April 20, 2020 07:19 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBThroughout North America’s heartland, farmers are once again turning to hemp cultivation as a cash crop. To improve overall crop quality and yields, farmers have begun relying on enterprising start-ups like Dewey Scientific to help them achieve the best results. With state-of-the-art genomic analysis, Dr. Jordan Zager and Dr. Mark Lange, can peer much deeper into the inner workings of cannabis plants than ever before. This work has also led to fascinating discoveries within the field of cann...
Cannabis and the Immune System – with Curt Robbins
April 08, 2020 18:08 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBAs COVID-19 cases continue to surge worldwide, there’s been a lot of interest in exploring natural alternatives that could help us manage this and many other infections. One of the alternatives that some people have suggested are cannabis and cannabis-derived products, such as CBD. To do this topic justice, I invited Curt Robbins to join me and share his knowledge. Together, we make sense of all the data compiled from in vitro, pre-clinical, and clinical studies in order to answer an importa...
COVID-19 and The Cannabis Industry
March 24, 2020 03:15 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBFrom coast to coast and all across the world there are two things that consumers have been focusing on extensively during this crisis, toilet paper and cannabis. As COVID-19 cases soar worldwide, so are cannabis sales in places where this is legal. Today we’re going to cover one of the bright spots in our current economy that hasn’t slowed down due to the virus. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
Cannabis, Diet, and Health – Disease Prevention Advice From Dr. Debra Kimless
March 15, 2020 22:26 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBAs the saying goes “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Dr. Debra Kimless, renowned physician and Chief Medical Officer for Pure Green gives us her take on the best ways to live a long and healthy life. Dr. Kimless is the person whom colleagues trust to help heal the patients with the direst of prognoses. In the process, she’s transformed the lives of countless people helping them to not only survive but thrive. In this episode I sit down with Dr. Kimless to discuss some of her...
Cannabis and Sports
March 08, 2020 00:45 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBEver wondered what would happen if you used cannabis before a run, lifting weights, or playing a sport? Does cannabis help or hinder performance? As an athlete myself, I have been very curious about these exact questions as well as many others. Today we’ll be taking a look at what the science has to says about cannabis use in sports and fitness. If you are an elite athlete or just a physically active person who enjoys cannabis, this episode is for you. Additional information and references:...
Cannabinol: The Forgotten Cannabinoid
February 24, 2020 06:23 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBWith all the focus on THC and CBD, we often forget that it all started with CBN. Discovered long before any of the other more famous cannabinoids, cannabinol (aka CBN), has had a long and fascinating history. Despite this, only recently has CBN garnered the spotlight as a valuable therapeutic alternative to THC. The team takes a really deep dive in one of our most researched episodes yet. Join us as we reveal the often-untold scientific story of cannabinol. Additional information and refer...
Cannabis Science Jobs: Being a Quality Assurance Person with Dr. Cris Alves
February 07, 2020 14:21 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBThe Canadian Government in the last few years has been on the global vanguard of cannabis industry regulations. A critical job within this new Canadian cannabis industry is that of Quality Assurance Person (or QAP). This science focused position forms the foundation for the operations of all licensed producers and cannabis processing facilities, but what does it actually entail? Today we speak with Dr. Cris Alves, CSP member and long-time QAP for various companies. We discuss requirements to...
TWICS: Understanding E-Cig or Vaping Associated Lung Injury
January 15, 2020 23:46 - 6 minutes - 6 MBBack from a well-earned vacation, Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he discusses an in-depth article from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the causes behind vaping associated lung injuries in North America. We will continue to provide accurate updates on this very serious phenomenon as they become available. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
The Entourage Effect aka Cannabis Synergism
December 30, 2019 03:17 - 32 minutes - 30 MBI’m sure many people have heard about the “Entourage Effect”, also known as synergism between cannabinoids and other compound in cannabis. But is that actually true? Can the compounds in cannabis really come together to create a significantly different effect or is it just that these compounds are each beneficial and are able to coexist together. Each one having a specific beneficial effect that is simply present or not depending whether you have the compounds there or not. In essence, is th...
TWICS: Pathogens and Molds Affecting Cannabis Quality
December 16, 2019 19:43 - 4 minutes - 4.59 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, BC. The paper titled; Pathogens and Molds Affecting Production and Quality of Cannabis sativa L., was published in the journal FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE. Punja Z, et al. Pathogens and Molds Affecting Production and Quality of Cannabis sativa L. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE. 2019 Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ h...
Cannabis Pharma Industry Confidential - Interview with Stephen Goldner, Founder & CEO of Pure Green
December 10, 2019 07:25 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBStephen “Steve” Goldner was a pharma wunderkind. At age 22 he and his mentor created the modern formulation for methadone used as standard treatment for opioid dependence worldwide. Since then, he and his team have gotten 100’s of drugs and medical devices approved for sale around the world. Yet, as a child of the 60’s Steve saw first-hand the lasting horrors of the the Vietnam War on many of his closest friends and school mates. Driven to act by their unending suffering, Steven wanted to fi...
TWICS: Uncovering the Entourage Effect – Do Terpenes Really Matter?
December 01, 2019 09:54 - 7 minutes - 7.08 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from the Institute of Plant Sciences in Bet Dagan, Israel which focuses on furthering our understanding of synergism found within cannabis. The paper titled; Terpenoids and phytocannabinoids co-produced in Cannabis Sativa strains show specific interaction for cell cytotoxic activity, was published in the journal MOLECULES. Namdar D, et al. Terpenoids and phytocannabinoids co-produced in Canna...
Decarboxylate Your Life - The Science of Cannabinoid Decarboxylation
November 21, 2019 22:31 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBThe cannabinoids created within cannabis flowers in their raw form are inactive. It is only when they are “activated” that they become therapeutically useful to us. This process is commonly known as decarboxylation. In this episode we take a look at the chemistry of cannabinoid decarboxylation. We cover the best methods to decarboxylate your cannabis at home, as well as those used by large cannabis companies to produce there medicinal products. It’s a deep dive into a critical, yet often und...
TWICS: Unlocking The Secrets of Terpene Production in Cannabis
November 19, 2019 23:10 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a fascinating paper from a collaboration between Steep Hill Labs and Medicinal Genomics. Focusing on identifying the complete genomic sequences of the terpene synthase family of Cannabis directly involved in the synthesis of terpene molecules within the plant and how they vary between plant subtypes. The paper titled; Genomic characterization of the complete terpene synthase gene family from Cannabis ...
TWICS: Heavy Metal Hemp
November 12, 2019 22:38 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews an amazing paper from various universities around the US. Focusing on the coal producing areas of the Eastern States. The paper titled; Enhanced tolerance of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) plants on abandoned mine land soil leads to overexpression of cannabinoids, published in the journal PLOSONE. Husain R, et al. Enhanced tolerance of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) plants on abandoned mi...
Veterinary Cannabis - Medicating Our Pets
November 02, 2019 00:20 - 28 minutes - 26 MBIn humans, cannabis has long been known to be effective at relieving a variety of different conditions. But what happens in the case of our animal companions, does it work for them as well? The team takes a look at a few studies that try to answer this question. Including whether veterinarians in the US and Canada recommend giving cannabis or cannabis products as medication to our furry friends. Can canines use cannabis! Tune in to find out! Additional information and references: https://ca...
TWICS: Lettuce Chlorosis Virus-A New Threat to Cannabis Production
October 29, 2019 18:13 - 4 minutes - 4.03 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in Israel. The paper titled; Lettuce Chlorosis Virus Disease: A New Threat to Cannabis Production published in the journal VIRUSES. Hadad L, et al. Lettuce Chlorosis Virus Disease: A New Threat to Cannabis Production. VIRUSES. 2019 Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
TWICS: Plant Growth Promoting Bacteria for Cannabis Production
October 22, 2019 23:39 - 6 minutes - 5.84 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a very interesting paper from McGill University in Montreal. The paper titled; Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria for Cannabis Production: Yield, Cannabinoid Profile and Disease Resistance published in the journal FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
Cannabis-Infused Topicals – La Crème de la Crème?
October 10, 2019 06:19 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBAs more countries begin to open their markets to cannabis, a group of products stand to become the next multi-billion-dollar segment of this industry. Topical cannabis is big business in the modern era, but its uses go at least as far back as 2000 BCE and likely much earlier. Salves, creams, ointments, and bars are just a few of the cannabis-infused products being created by prestige skincare and cosmetic brands. Besides the money being made, the potential benefits are very promising. Yet on...
TWICS: Pathology of Vaping-Associated Lung Injury
October 05, 2019 06:02 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MBThe US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently submitted a special report due to the alarming increase in severe lung disease caused by the use of e-cigarettes. It appears that what is today commonly known as vaping, may not be as innocuous as once thought. Dr. Cris Alves discusses Part 2 of the report from the CDC and the Pathology of Vaping-Associated Lung Injury in NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE. October 2, 2019. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc1913069?...
TWICS: Cannabis Flavonoid Derivative as Promising Treatment of Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
October 01, 2019 02:24 - 5 minutes - 5.52 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a very interesting paper from Harvard Medical School. The paper titled; Flavonoid Derivative of Cannabis Demonstrates Therapeutic Potential in Preclinical Models of Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer published in the journal FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
TWICS: CBD for Psychosis and Addiction Treatment - A Systematic Review
September 23, 2019 06:28 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from the Netherlands, at the Utrecht Brain Center. The paper titled, The Potential of Cannabidiol as a Treatment for Psychosis and Addiction: Who Benefits Most? A Systematic Review was published in the JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
Solventless Cannabis Extraction – Kief, Hash, and Rosin
September 19, 2019 05:05 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBHave you ever heard of kief, charas, or rosin? Ever wondered how these extracts are made? In this episode we talk about these extraction processes which do not involve any chemical solvents. We give special attention to rosin, which has become incredibly popular the last few years. Join us on this trip through the world of solventless cannabis extraction. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
TWICS Special Report: Outbreak of Lung Disease Associated with E-Cig Use
September 16, 2019 04:18 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MBThe US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently submitted a special report due to the alarming increase in severe lung disease caused by the use of e-cigarettes. It appears that what is today commonly known as vaping, may not be as innocuous as once thought. Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest report from the CDC, Schier et al. Severe Pulmonary Disease Associated with Electronic-Cigarette–Product Use—Interim Guidance. MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY WEEKLY REPORT. September 13, 2...
TWICS #8: Scientific Support for CBD Efficacy in Parkinson’s Disease
September 10, 2019 05:38 - 4 minutes - 9.91 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a very interesting paper from a renowned Brazilian cannabis lab at the University of Sao Paolo. The paper titled, Biological bases for a possible effect of cannabidiol in Parkinson’s disease was published in the BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
Extracting Cannabis with Ethanol – Good Idea or Drunk on Fumes
September 05, 2019 01:52 - 40 minutes - 92.2 MBAlcohol (aka ethanol) is one of the most popular recreational drugs on the planet. Ethanol is also widely used as an industrial solvent in a huge amount of processes, including cannabis extraction. In the second part of our cannabis extraction suite, the team looks at the science of cannabis extraction with ethanol. We cover the benefits, disadvantages, and principals that make this a useful method for both large industrial and small artisanal operations. Tune in, to learn more about one of ...
TWICS #7: Biosynthesis of Unique Flavonoids in Cannabis
September 02, 2019 19:41 - 5 minutes - 12.2 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a very interesting paper from a lab at the University of Guelph, that characterises two unique flavonoids in Cannabis Sativa L. The paper called Biosynthesis of cannflavins A and B from Cannabis sativa L published in PHYTOCHEMISTRY. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
The Cannabinoid Soup
August 29, 2019 00:50 - 41 minutes - 94.2 MBCannabis is an incredibly dynamic plant with hundreds of chemical compounds within it. Despite the well-known THC and CBD molecules everyone talks about, few people really know or understand what composes the rest of the cannabinoid soup. In this episode, Dr. Ricardo Rivera explains what cannabinoids we should know about, how much of them there are, and how they are presented throughout the different types of cannabis. Tune in to find out more and hear Kimit’s head explode. Additional infor...
TWICS #6: Potential Adverse Effects of CBD
August 26, 2019 02:09 - 5 minutes - 12 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews two papers on a topic that is not commonly discussed, which is the potential side effects for cannabidiol (CBD). The first is, Potential Adverse Drug Events and Drug–Drug Interactions with Medical and Consumer Cannabidiol (CBD) Use published in the JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE. The second paper is, An Update on Safety and Side Effects of Cannabidiol: A Review of Clinical Data and Relevant Animal Studi...
Economics of Cannabis Retail Around the World
August 15, 2019 21:01 - 34 minutes - 79.5 MBToday our resident prosumer, Kimit Sekhon, lends us some of his direct hands-on expertise together with Dr. Ricardo Rivera in order to help make sense of the economics of retail cannabis prices as well as trends within the industry. We cover the top ten cities with the most and least expensive cannabis prices around the world and the reasons that affect this. We also discuss what affects cannabis prices locally throughout the Canadian provinces and even down to the dispensary level. So, tune...
TWICS #5: Exploring Anti-Tumor Effects of Cannabis Extracts
August 14, 2019 01:31 - 4 minutes - 10.8 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news for the week of Aug 12, 2019. Today he reviews another paper by an Israeli group, this time from the lab of Dr. David Meiri at Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. Baram L, et al. The heterogeneity and complexity of Cannabis extracts as antitumor agents. ONCOTARGET 2019. Additional information and references: @cannasciencepod https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
TWICS #4: Medicinal Cannabis and Macronutrients Supplementation
August 05, 2019 17:48 - 5 minutes - 11.6 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news for the week of Aug 5 2019. Today he reviews a paper by the Israeli group led by Sraya Koch. Impact of N, P, K, and Humic Acid Supplementation on the Chemical Profile of Medical Cannabis (Cannabis sativa L). Published June 17, 2019 in Frontiers in Plant Science. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
Cannabis Genetics: Sativa, Indica and Hemp is there a difference?
July 31, 2019 19:17 - 30 minutes - 70.6 MBThere is an ever-growing list of names for all these seemingly specific strains and plant varieties. But if I asked you to tell me what the chemical profile, type, and origin for OG Kush bought in my neighborhood dispensary was, would you be able to tell me? Cannabis enthusiasts often suggests that there are different plant sub-species, the most common being Sativa, Indica, and Hemp. But is this true or are they simply varieties of the same species? Thanks to recent advances in genetic testi...
TWICS #3: Terpenes in Cannabis Sativa
July 29, 2019 03:36 - 4 minutes - 10.8 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news for the week of July 29, 2019. Today he reviews a paper by Judith K Booth and Jorg Bohlmann. Terpenes in Cannabis sativa – From plant genome to humans, in the journal Plant Science. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/
TWICS #2: Holy Smokes
July 20, 2019 03:59 - 4 minutes - 10.6 MBDr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news for the week of July 19, 2019. Today he reviews a paper by Ren et al. The origins of cannabis smoking: chemical residue evidence from the first millennium BCE in the Pamirs, in the journal Science Advances. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
Cannabis Landraces: What are they really?
July 16, 2019 19:58 - 37 minutes - 85.6 MBMany people have been talking about the importance of landraces long before the rise of the modern cannabis industry. Yet, it seems very few people actually know what this term really means. In this episode, we take a look at what a landrace is, it’s origins, uses, and global importance. So, if you’ve ever been curious about the fascinating world of cannabis landraces tune in to find out! Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/
The Science of Supercritical CO2 Extraction
July 01, 2019 03:32 - 50 minutes - 115 MBSupercritical CO2 extraction is one of the most ubiquitous methods for industrial cannabis extraction. But why is that? In the first part of our extraction suite, Dr. Ricardo Rivera, with the help of chemical engineer and producer Dr. Macarena Cataldo, look at the science behind CO2 extraction systems. The benefits, disadvantages, and principals that make this technique so popular. We also have a bit of a surprise at the end, thanks to our resident DJ Kemit Sekhon. Tune in to the end of the ...
Marijuana Vs Cannabis Redux
June 15, 2019 20:34 - 31 minutes - 73.2 MBDescription: In this episode Kimit, Maca and Ricardo revisit the long-standing controversy that exists between the term’s marijuana and cannabis. We take a much deeper dive revealing the complex web of social, cultural, and political battles that have been at the heart of the struggle to legitimize this plant and the role Mexico plays in all this. Despite the creation of legitimate medical and recreational industries the words cannabis and marijuana continue to be used, almost interchangeabl...
Medical Cannabis from an Emergency Physician’s Perspective
May 21, 2019 20:36 - 31 minutes - 72.6 MBDr. Carlos J. Calaf-Garcia gives us his first-hand accounts about what it’s like working with and treating patients using medical cannabis. As an Emergency Physician at NY Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Dr. Calaf-Garcia is on the frontlines of patient focused healthcare. With extensive medical expertise both in NYC and across the world, he has seen things few of us can imagine. From these experiences, Dr. Calaf-Garcia has begun working with medical cannabis to successfully treat m...
Part Two: Behind The Curtain Of Industrial Cannabis Extraction
May 14, 2019 01:08 - 22 minutes - 52 MBEver wondered how your cannabis vape-pen cartridge, shatter, or balm was made? Join Dr. Ricardo Rivera as he covers part two of the four most popular industrial cannabis extraction methods and there uses. Demystifying the four most popular extraction techniques: solventless (rosin), hydrocarbon (butane/pentane), supercritical CO2, and ethanol extraction. We continue on this this journey with our producer and resident chemical engineer, Dr. Macarena Cataldo, and visual artists and overall ren...
Part One: Behind The Curtain Of Industrial Cannabis Extraction
May 05, 2019 19:14 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MBEver wondered how your cannabis vape-pen cartridge, shatter, or balm was made? Join Dr. Ricardo Rivera as he covers the four most popular industrial cannabis extraction methods and there uses. Demystifying the four most popular extraction techniques: solventless (rosin), hydrocarbon (butane/pentane), supercritical CO2, and ethanol extraction. On this journey is our producer and resident chemical engineer, Dr. Macarena Cataldo, and visual artists and overall renaissance man, Kimit Sekhon, acc...
This Week In Cannabis Science Pilot - Cannabis on suicide and prescriptions
April 27, 2019 17:34 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this pilot episode, part of the Cannabis Science Podcast, Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news for the week of Apr 20, 2019.
The Science of Cannabis Edibles
April 21, 2019 04:35 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBEver wondered what happens to you after eating an edible? Dr. Ricardo Rivera, along with Dr. Macarena Cataldo, and Kimit Sehkon (renowned voice of 100.5 FM CFRO) explore the science of cannabis edibles. We breakdown the different effects edible products have on the body, and the body’s response to the edible’s compounds. It’s everything you need to know about the freshest research on oral cannabis consumption. Additional resources and information http://www.cannabisconciencia.org Become a...
Cannabis and Parkinson's Disease
April 09, 2019 17:37 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBIn today’s episode, Dr. Rivera, Dr. Cataldo, and Dr. Alves explore the actual therapeutic efficacy of medicinal cannabis for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. A relatively common neurodegenerative condition, affecting millions of people worldwide, Parkinson’s remains a poorly treated condition with conventional medications. Does cannabis actually help people with Parkinson’s disease or is it all smoke? Tune in to find out what the most up-to-date scientific research has to say about this...
Cannabis and Pregnancy
March 17, 2019 18:58 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBJoin Dr. Rivera, Dr. Cataldo, and Dr. Alves as we go in-depth to discuss the most recent research on cannabis use during every step of a pregnancy. From fertility, conception, labour and breast-feeding what does science have to say about mothers (and fathers) that decide cannabis is for them. Although somewhat controversial, nothing is hidden from the listener. We put everything out there, decide for yourselves based on science what is good or bad for your specific situation. Additional re...