Enhance Your Life Podcast
110 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Discover the inspiring stories of people whose lives have been enhanced by cannabis. Brought to you by Wana Brands, the #1 infused brand in North America, each episode features interviews with cannabis enthusiasts of all walks of life—athletes and artists; chefs and CEOs—who have first-hand experience with the healing power of the plant. Hosted by journalist Jonathan Small.
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Meet the First Black Woman to Receive a Medical Marijuana License
August 31, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBIn 2015, Dr. Chanda Macias became the African-American woman to receive a medical marijuana license. And her advocacy for the plant hasn’t stopped. Dr. Chanda is CEO of medical marijuana dispensary Natural Holistic Healing Center, first vice chair of lobbying group National Cannabis Roundtable, and CEO of cannabis educational platform Women Grow. In this episode, the cannabis superstar explains why she’s so passionate about the plant, and what her experience has been like advocating for cann...
From Cancer Patient to Cannabis Mogul
August 24, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBMarianne Cursetjee wasn’t very familiar with cannabis before her cancer diagnosis. But after she was diagnosed in 2015, her friend introduced her to Rick Simpson Oil (RSO)—and she found she was able to eliminate many of the pharmaceutical drugs she was taking in response to her cancer treatment’s side effects. Now she serves as the CEO and co-founder of Alibi Cannabis, a self-funded, top-shelf cannabis company based in Oregon. On the pod, Maryanne talks about her eye-opening experience of us...
How Cannabis Oils Saved This Man from Going Blind
August 17, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBWhen Al Morentin was in the sixth grade, he was told his glaucoma would likely cause complete blindness in the future. By the time he was 30 years old, he started losing his vision—which pushed him to figure out alternative medicines and methods that would save him from blindness. His efforts eventually led him to the world of cannabis products—and with a little bit of experimentation, he found a certain extraction process of CBD oils was able to help him keep his vision. In this episode, Al...
Why Some Competitive Gamers Are Turning to Cannabis
August 10, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBIn the high-stakes industry of competitive esports, how is cannabis used as a tool to improve performance? To answer that question, Zurich Herbuela joins this week’s episode. He’s an e-sports player, medical cannabis user, and host of cannabis YouTube channel Tools420, and he has plenty of insights to share regarding the intersection of the online world and cannabis usage. Zurich shares his journey of coming to cannabis as someone with Crohn’s disease as well as how he maximizes the positive...
Why This Pediatrician Prescribes Cannabis as Medicine
August 03, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBThe health community is constantly finding new use cases for medical cannabis, and Dr. Ann-Marie Wong has certainly found that to be true in her work. After practicing pediatric medicine for nearly 20 years, Dr. Wong started getting involved in the medical cannabis field and now specializes in pediatric medical cannabis at Miami-based Medverde. On the pod, Dr. Wong shares her experience prescribing cannabis to children with autism and other special needs. She breaks down when parents should ...
The Incredible Story of How CBD Helped a Surfer Heal From a Stroke
July 27, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBAs a lifelong athlete, Cory Getz was in perfectly good health—until his near-fatal brain stem stroke. When the life-altering event occurred, Cory completely lost the use of the right side of his body and was told he may never walk again. But with the help of CBD and physical therapy, the surfer managed to make a full recovery and is now helping others heal with cannabis. This week, Corey recounts his incredible story and shares how CBD helped his body recover from the traumatic event. He als...
How to Find Your Perfect THC and CBD Ratio
July 20, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBA crucial part of finding the right cannabis product is the dosage, but it can also be a confusing topic to grasp. This week, Dr. Uwe Blesching joins the pod to share some helpful information for your next trip to the dispensary. Dr. Blesching is a medical writer, speaker, and author who has written books that include Your Cannabis CBD: THC Ratio and Breaking the Cycle of Opioid Addiction. On the pod, Dr. Blesching talks about how THC works with CBD and how to find the perfect ratio between ...
What Cannabis Can Do for Your Creativity
July 13, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBCannabis is a well-known creative agent—but how do you harness that creativity to the fullest? This week, Shawn Gold joins the podcast to give some advice and know-how as to using cannabis for creativity and innovation. Shawn is the CEO of Pilgrim Soul, a cannabis company that sells products and merchandise focused on using the plant for creativity. In this episode, Shawn talks about how cannabis has been used through his creative career, and why creative guardrails like his best-selling Cre...
Your Guide to the Endocannabinoid System
July 06, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThe endocannabinoid system has mystified the cannabis and health community until recently, but this system has kept the human body in balance for millions of years. This week, Dr, Rachel Knox joins the podcast to break down this essential network and its importance. Rachel holds an MD and MBA in addition to being a cannabinoid medicine specialist and clinical endocannabinoligist. On the pod, she talks about the components of the endocannabinoid system, as well as how cannabinoids like CBD an...
Solving the Cannabis Illiteracy Problem
June 29, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBBecause society shut the door on cannabis for so many years, consumers don’t know how to navigate the new and exciting products hitting the market. This week, Yoko Miyashita joins the podcast to talk about solving this problem as the CEO of Leafly, a publicly traded online destination that helps millions of people learn about, find, and order cannabis. In this episode, Yoko talks about her policy work prior to becoming CEO and how Leafly is helping uneducated consumers learn about the cannab...
How to Be a Cannaseur
June 22, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBComing from the professional world, not many people would peg Ryan Chavez and Jack Stone as cannabis advocates. But the duo is breaking that stereotype and other stigmas as hosts of the podcast Cannabis Connoisseurs, a show dedicated to utilizing cannabis in daily life. In this episode, they talk about discovering the many benefits of cannabis and using that as inspiration for the podcast, as well as the behind-the-scenes work that goes into bringing their show to life. They also share some ...
Great Moments in Weed History
June 15, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBPeople usually trace cannabis history to the hippies of the 1960s, but the plant’s rich roots can be traced back thousands of years. This week, veteran cannabis journalist David Bienenstock joins the pod to talk about important moments in cannabis history and why it’s so important to preserve it. Besides his work as a journalist, David is the author of How to Smoke Pot (Properly): A Highbrow Guide to Getting High and co-hosts the podcast Great Moments in Weed History. In this episode, David ...
Mormons and Weed? Yes, It’s a Thing
June 08, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBWith so much to know about cannabis, how can podcasts help people understand it—even in communities that aren’t particularly weed friendly? This week, Utahns Jesse Angeles and Brandon Elder join the pod to share what it’s like helping others gain knowledge of the plant. Jesse and Brandon are hosts of Cannabis School, an entertaining and educational podcast promoting responsible conversations about personal consumption. In this episode, the duo talk about the beginnings of their podcast and h...
Cypress Hill’s B-Real Gets Real About Cannabis
June 01, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBMany artists in the music industry have appreciated cannabis long before it became the norm, including legendary rap group Cypress Hill, which has advocated for the legalization and normalization of cannabis use throughout their career. This week, Cypress Hill member B-Real joins the podcast to talk about the plant and its many roles in his life and the music world. B talks about his involvement in the cannabis industry through his high-end dispensary chain Dr. Greenthumb’s, and shares the e...
An Asian-American Blazes New Trails in Cannabis
May 25, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MBHailing from a sauce and spice maker family, entrepreneur Felicity Chen has been using generations of food wisdom to make waves in the cannabis industry. Felicity’s company, Potli, is adding flavor to more than 250 stores in California through its high quality farm-to-table kitchen staples that are infused with cannabis and CBD, including honey, olive oil, sriracha sauce, and shrimp chimps. In this episode, Felicity talks about the beginnings of her company, and how her straight edge Eastern...
Hitting the Big O With the Help of Cannabis?
May 19, 2022 22:47 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBPeople have long associated cannabis with activities like relaxation and sleep, but there are plenty of other applications for the plant—including sex. This week, Katie Enright joins the pod to talk about oh.hi, a cannabis lubricant that she says enhances sexual pleasure and can help women achieve the elusive orgasm. Katie talks about her pivot from becoming a nun to a sex product entrepreneur. She touches on the science behind her product and how she got it to more than 90 dispensaries acro...
Twitter’s Approach to Cannabis, and How Elon Musk Could Change It
May 11, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBConsumer Insights from data can help a business more efficiently, but what can data do for the cannabis industry? This week, Jeffrey Graham joins the podcast to talk about how the cannabis industry uses data. Jeffrey is the CEO of Pistil Data, a research company that gives cannabis brands the statistically-backed insights they need to identify new revenue and business opportunities. In this episode, Jeffrey talks about using his background working with data for companies like Twitter, Google...
Cannabis Can Play a Key Role in Fighting the Opioid Crisis
May 04, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week, Dr. M-J Milloy joins the podcast to talk about cannabis and how it can help people who are suffering from deadly conditions like opioid addiction and HIV. Dr. Milloy is a cannabis science professor at the University of British Columbia, where he leads research concerning the public health impact of cannabis regulation and the therapeutic applications of cannabis and cannabinoids. On the pod, Dr. Milloy talks about the cannabis studies he’s involved in, and the major implications i...
If You Want to See the Future of Cannabis Advocacy, Look to Canada
April 27, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBAs Canada’s first public cannabis dealer, Hilary Black is one of the leading advocates for cannabis in the country. She has been spearheading efforts to provide cannabis access for more than two decades, founding The British Columbia Compassion Club Society in 1997—long before cannabis hit mainstream conversation. This week, Hilary joins the pod to talk about the ways cannabis advocacy has changed and evolved since the nineties. She discusses the most pressing needs of the industry and how b...
What Are Terpenes, Exactly?
April 27, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBMost people involved with cannabis know about the terms Indica and Sativa. But the word terpene is far less known, yet has a huge impact on your high. This week, Maxwell Koby joins the podcast to explain the science behind terpenes and their importance to the cannabis experience. Max is the founder of Abstrax, a company that focuses on botanical extraction, terpenes, and aroma compound research. On the pod, Max talks about the way terpenes work and how they effect people in different ways. H...
Why Doctors Are Hesitant When It Comes to Prescribing Cannabis
April 20, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBDespite society’s movement towards accepting cannabis as a form of medicine, the topic still polarizes professionals in the medical field. This week, Dr. Jordan Tishler discusses some of the barriers and successes he’s faced as a medical doctor specializing in cannabis treatment. Jordan is the founder of medical cannabis practice inhaleMD and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School. On the pod, Jordan talks about his pivot to the medical cannabis niche after years of work as an emergency phy...
What Is Proper Edible Etiquette?
April 13, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBThis week, award-winning educator and writer Sara Payan joins the podcast to talk about engaging with policy makers, media professionals, and the public in the cannabis world. Sara is the host of the Planted with Sara podcast and is the public education officer at the Apothecarium dispensaries. On the pod, Sara talks about her experiences teaching others about the drug and the common questions she’s gotten through her diverse experiences in the industry. She goes in-depth with cannabinoids C...
The Challenges of Cannabis Inclusion Efforts
April 06, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBWhen the cannabis industry first started gaining traction, many people thought that the field would be a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case. This week, Sumayyah Emeh-Edu joins the podcast to talk about the ways the industry is trying to correct itself and become more inclusive. Sumayyah is the vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Canopy Growth and has been implementing DEI initiatives for companies since 2015. On the po...
What Science Tells Us About CBD and Pain
March 30, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBCBD gets a lot of buzz in the cannabis industry as a pain remedy, but what does science have to say on the topic? This week, scientist Sara Ward joins the pod to talk about the state of CBD research. Sara is an assistant professor in the department of pharmacology at the Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and has extensive experience researching cannabis and CBD. On the pod, she discusses her current cannabinoid research and the results she’s been seeing. She talks about the value ...
There’s an Unspoken Demographic That’s Exploding in the Cannabis Industry
March 23, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBWhen people talk about cannabis, seniors are usually left out of the conversation despite the endless benefits it can provide for them. However, people over 65 are using cannabis more than ever before. This week, Karen Lustman joins the podcast to talk about her mission to help seniors destigmatize and access the plant. Karen is the president and CEO of Senior High, a women-owned health and wellness company that advocates for safe and effective cannabis products for seniors. In this episode,...
Cannabis for Compassionate Care
March 16, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBJoe Airone is the founder and director of San Francisco-based Sweetleaf Collective, which helps patients from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds access medical cannabis for free. On the pod, Joe talks about his background in helping others and why he formed Sweetleaf Collective as a way to incorporate cannabis in his activism. He also shares some of the stories he’s heard from patients with conditions such as cancer and PTSD, highlighting how important cannabis access is for the peo...
How One Firefighter’s Cannabis Use Became a Legal Debate
March 09, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThis week, Scott Martin joins the podcast to talk about his involvement in a cannabis case that may change how cities across the country treat employees who use medical marijuana. In 2020, Scott was fired from the Buffalo Fire Department for testing positive for marijuana — despite having all the documentation needed to use it medically. On the pod, Scott details the story of how he came to use medical cannabis as a way to treat PTSD, and why he was fired from his job despite living in a sta...
The Controversy of Cannabis in Medicine
March 02, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe healing properties of cannabis are well known. But, how does the plant impact people with more serious diseases? This week, Dr. Ajit Dhillon joins the podcast to talk about cannabis as a therapy drug. Dhillon is a critical care physician who has had experience using cannabis to treat illnesses like auto-immune diseases, personality disorders, and even cancer. In addition, Dhillon is the co-founder of the EuroMed Institute and an advisor at Guided Tripping, an organization that uses inten...
A Yogi’s Guide to Using Cannabis for Increased Self-Awareness
February 23, 2022 14:30 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBFor thousands of years, people have practiced yoga as a way to connect their mind with their body. This week, Derek Vanderwarker joins the podcast to talk about how cannabis can enhance the age-old tradition, and even give additional benefits. Derek has spent two decades practicing yoga, and now motivates others as a certified yoga instructor and host of the Guys Talking Yoga podcast. In this episode, Derek talks about his journey with cannabis and yoga and some of the benefits he’s experienc...
Cannabis Facts That Caused a Psychiatrist to Write a Book
February 16, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBFor a long time, Dr. Rebecca Siegel never thought about recommending cannabis for patients. But when her patients started telling her about the way cannabis improved their health issues, the psychiatrist started to do her own research — and the results she found were so compelling that she wrote a book about it. Dr. Rebecca’s book, The Brain on Cannabis: What You Should Know about Recreational and Medical Marijuana, is a comprehensive and myth-busting guide on marijuana use and its effects o...
A Cannabis Lawyer Debunks Common Cannabis Myths
February 09, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBAs one of the most well-known cannabis lawyers in the industry, Brian Vicente has spent years helping businesses and governments move forward with cannabis. He’s an avid proponent for the plant’s federal legalization — and this week, Brian joins the podcast to educate us on everything related to cannabis law. Brian breaks down some of the basics, like the difference between decriminalization and legalization, as well as what it actually means to have a medical marijuana card. As an industry ...
A Pharmacist’s Guide to Using Cannabis
February 02, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBAs a pharmacist on the frontlines of the Opioid Crisis, Colleen Higgins saw firsthand how cannabis was able to help consumers in a way pharmaceutical medicine couldn’t. But those patients needed help understanding medical cannabis — so she decided to write The Cannabis Prescription: How to Use Medical Marijuana to Reduce or Replace Pharmaceutical Medications. This week, Colleen joins Jonathan to talk about the ins and outs of medical cannabis. She touches common topics that one may be thinki...
Biggest Mistakes Newbie Cannabis Growers Make
January 26, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBGrowing cannabis takes a ton of legal, economical, and logistical planning. The decision to grow is by no means easy, which is why Ariel Margolis joins the podcast this week to talk about it. Ariel is a former teacher who spent his career in the education space as a teacher, principal, and professor before pivoting to the cannabis industry. Now Ariel educates others about growing cannabis as the founder of PotanyPros, a consultancy firm for recreational and medicinal cannabis growers. This w...
Is a Cannabis Health Coach Right For You?
January 19, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBHealth is on the top of everyone’s minds these days, with an emphasis on wellbeing in both body and mind. This week, Kelly Maher joins Jonathan to talk about how cannabis can play a role in our holistic wellness. Kelly is an integrative health coach and holistic health practitioner who focuses on wellness practices that incorporate cannabis, specifically for women. On the pod, she breaks down exactly what a holistic health practitioner does and talks about what it’s like to have a cannab...
The Predatory Deals and Institutional Obstacles That Prevent Cannabis From Being a More Inclusive Industry
January 12, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBHere are some startling statistics: According to Marijuana Business Daily, 76% of the cannabis industry is run by white business owners and only 8% of cannabis CEOs are women. It’s safe to say that the cannabis industry struggles with diversity, but what’s being done about it? In this episode, Jonathan talks to Hilary Yu, Morris Kelly, and Kimberly Dillon. They’re all involved in a nonprofit called Our Academy, which is a workshop, mentorship, and resource group of individuals and companies ...
The Surprising Statistics of Cannabis Consumers
January 05, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBWe all know the stereotype of the lazy, bong-using teen isn’t an accurate picture of the average cannabis user. To know what cannabis users are really like today, you have to rely on data-backed experts like Cy Scott. Cy is the CEO and cofounder of Headset, a cannabis analytics company that helps businesses use data to make effective strategies. In this week’s episode, Cy gets into some of the nitty gritty data about who’s using cannabis nowadays and how they’re using it. He also talks about...
Make a Full-Time Living Writing About Cannabis
December 29, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBAs cannabis usage is getting more accepted, so is writing about it. This week’s episode features Jessica Reilly, a writer who founded the Cannabis Creative blog. As a self-titled “cannabis aficionado”, Jessica makes a living as a copywriter and content strategist in the cannabis space. On the pod, she talks to Jonathan about starting her blog in the midst of the pandemic and how blogging has changed her perceptions on cannabis. Jessica also discusses what it’s like to write about cannabis fo...
Wait, An Edible That Can Make You Less Hungry?
December 22, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBIt’s long been accepted that the edible experience and “the munchies” go hand in hand. But one edible is aiming to change that. In this episode, Arthur Jaffe joins Jonathan to discuss a new type of gummy hitting the market that actually curbs your hunger. Arthur is the CEO of ECS Brands, a company that’s in the business of providing unique whole-plant extracts to brands, manufacturers, and processors around the world. On the pod, Arthur talks about developing the Wana Optimals Fit Gummy in p...
Can You Get Addicted to Cannabis? And Other Topics We Need to Talk About
December 15, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBTackling the complex (but necessary) conversation about cannabis and mental health can get difficult, but it's a topic Jay Shifman is passionate about. He's the founder of Choose Your Struggle, a platform dedicated to ending the stigmas surrounding mental health and substance misuse and promoting honest and fact-based education. In this episode, Jay gets candid with his mental health struggles, and the way stigmatization makes the journey to recovery that much harder. On the flip side, he al...
Cannabis Tourism Is Offering You a New Way to Travel
December 08, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBThis week, Rick and Monique Jackson-Fitzgerald of cannabis travel company InnDica join this week’s guest, cannabis tourism specialist Danielle Jackson (aka Miz D). As the CEO of cannatourism company D Vibez, Danielle helps clients with anything from guided tours to hosting educational events for local and international visitors. On the pod, she talks about her journey to the cannabis tourism industry and what it can offer for travelers. She also digs into her travel philosophy, and how inten...
Want a Good Cannabis Experience? There’s an App for That
December 01, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBSometimes, it’s hard to tell whether you’re going to have a good or bad high before it’s too late. But this might not be a problem for much longer thanks to technology. This week, David Kooi joins the podcast to talk about Jointly, an app that tracks 15 different factors that can impact your high. On the pod, David goes over each of the factors — from your unique cannabinoid system to your method of consumption — and why they matter. He also talks about what it’s like developing an app in th...
How to user Your Instincts to choose the right Cannabis Product
November 24, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week, Jonathan is joined by Andrea Meharg, the head cannabis science educator at the Cannabis Coaching Institute. Andrea also runs Reveal Cannabis, a cannabis coaching and education platform. On the pod, she shares what it’s like being a cannabis coach and the type of work that comes with educating people about cannabis consumption. She answers and discusses some of the most frequent questions she gets from her clients, and shares some exciting industry trends happening right now. On th...
nswers to the Cannabis Parenting Questions You're Too Scared to Ask
November 17, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBBeing a parent is tough enough — throw cannabis in the mix, and well...things can get complicated. This week, Jon speaks with Danielle Simone Brand, the author of Weed Mom: The Canna-Curious Woman's Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out. Danielle talks about her entryway into cannabis as a freelance writer, and how she’s incorporated cannabis into her life as a parent. She gives advice on how kids should be introduced to cannabis, keeping cannabis around them,...
Listen to This Episode If You’re CannaCurious
November 10, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 32.9 MBGiven Johanna Nuding's upbringing as a farm girl from Texas, it may come as a surprise that she took a liking to cannabis. But, it wasn't until about 20 years after Johanna's career in sales and marketing that she'd find her way into the industry. On the pod, Johanna talks to Jon about her journey of rediscovery as the head of Casually Baked, a lifestyle and media company focusing on cannabis for wellness, education and entertainment. She touches on her role as a cannabis educator, and how ...
This Instagram Influencer Wants Moms to Get High
November 03, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBAs a mom, Jessica Gonzalez heavily leaned into wine culture to cope with the daily stressors that came with the role. But after realizing this form of “self care” may not be as helpful as advertised, she was re-introduced to cannabis as a medicinal tool. Jessica was transformed, and started an Instagram account under @themommyjane to be an educational resource for other women interested in cannabis. On the pod, Jessica speaks with Brooke about Mommy Jane’s purpose and what she’s doing to mak...
How Cannabis Can Enhance Your Sex Life
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBMost peoples’ knee-jerk reaction to hearing the words “cannabis” and “sex” is to instantly repress any and all discussion having to do with the topics. But sex educator Ashley Manta has never understood the stigma behind these conversation taboos. Instead, The CBD Solution: Sex author is helping people discover how cannabis can enhance sex as the creator behind the word and lifestyle brand CannaSexual. In this episode, Jonathan talks to Ashley about how cannabis helped her recover from sexua...
Cannabis is a Performance-Enhancing Drug, But Not In The Way That You Think
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe elusive “runner’s high” is what many people look forward to every time they lace up their sneakers. But what if cannabis could get you to that sensation, faster? In this episode, Jonathan speaks with journalist Josiah Hesse, author of Runner's High: How a Movement of Cannabis-Fueled Athletes Is Changing the Science of Sports. His book explores the link between exercise and cannabis, and how cannabis can enhance the performance of sports competitors and casual athletes alike. Josiah talks...
The Cannabis Industry Has a Diversity Problem. This Black Hemp Farmer Explains Why
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBAs one of the few Black hemp farmers in the country, Jerry Whiting has some insights that others in the industry may not. In this week’s episode, Whiting lets us into one key insight: Why aren’t there more people like him cultivating? On the pod, Jonathan talks to Whiting about his journey from software engineer to hemp farmer, and how he has managed to turn personal tragedy into a motivator for his work. Whiting also talks about his role as the co-founder and president of LeBlanc CNE, a com...
This Cannabis Influencer Has the Answers to Your Questions
October 06, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBWhen Tammy Pettigrew realized there was a lack of adequate cannabis resources on the internet, she decided to make videos on her own explaining the science behind the substance. Well, those videos blew up, and now Pettigrew is filming a cannabis show for one of Snoop Dogg’s sponsored channels. In this episode, Jonathan speaks with Pettigrew about the journey that led her to becoming well known in the industry, and what made her want to educate others. She recounts the ways cannabis has helpe...
Everything You’d Want to Know About CBD and Its Uses
September 29, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBLauren Wilson is an experienced cannabis advocate and author of the CBD Solution book series. In partnership with Snoop Dogg’s cannabis media platform Merry Jane, the CBD Solution books serve as guides to incorporating CBD into your health and wellness. Lauren speaks with Jonathan about using CBD for chronic pain relief, and how an interest in cannabis and its uses led her to becoming an author in the industry. They talk about CBD’s benefits in the home and the surprising ways it can be brou...