The Cannabis Potcast (Gary Johnston)
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| 23 Jun 2024 | Cannabis assistance in aging | 00:42:03 | |
In this episode we confirm no excise changes this year, California sets a new mark with cannabis sales and consumption at their state fair, cannabis playing a bigger role as the population ages, Canada hopes to lead the world in cannabis tourism, unions are now a big part of cannabis retail in Victoria, the NFL funds some research on treating concussions with cannabis, while a new study points to the anti-inflammatory properties of cannabis. On Cultivar Corner a I revisit Kelowna’s Valhalla Flwr and we dive into the taste sensations of Landslide. Canada cannabis tourism leader NFL pays for concussion research | |||
| 28 Sep 2019 | More Cannabis Stores Needed for Legal Success | 00:28:07 | |
First this episode – if you want to slow down the black market you need to open more stores. Some thoughts about edibles and their legalization. Cultivar Corner lights up White Widow from Cannaca and we uncover more stigma and try to change it. | |||
| 17 Oct 2020 | Cannabis Legalization Turns 2 | 00:34:01 | |
We recognize two years of legal weed with a retail highlight review, I talk about this year’s grow that nobody stole and on Cultivar Corner we dip our terp pen into Maple Bert Live Resin Caviar. Let’s share a toke to mark two years of legalization. Retail Review of Legalization at 2
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| 03 Sep 2023 | An eighth of cannabis losing popularity | 00:35:21 | |
In episode 131 a look at the effect of second hand cannabis smoke, BC sales increase while prices continue down, some cannabis firms are snitching on their competitors, the name Tantalus will live on as a cannabis brand and on Cultivar Corner it’s Tweed’s Gorilla Berry. Top Moments in cannabis history How safe is second hand cannabis smoke? Atlantic Cultivation buys Tantalus brand | |||
| 02 May 2020 | Cannabis at Home in a Pandemic | 00:33:46 | |
I talk with Adine Fabiani-Carter from High Park on some tips about cannabis consumption while the kids are home and how to keep everyone safe. A story from Leafly on the popularity of Pink Kush in Canada and my wait to get back into cannabis retail is ending! | |||
| 10 Mar 2024 | Cannabis consumption spaces arrive | 00:36:50 | |
This episode I talk with Jamie Miller-Haywood about Cannabis Cottage in Penticton opening the first cannabis consumption space in the Okanagan for 420 this year, new study suggests cannabis could help treat melanoma, Avant Brands breaks sales records, cannabis excise tax is greater than beer & wine, Surrey finally opens up to cannabis and a BC company is dropping infused poutine sauce into Quebec and an accidental Cultivar Corner with a listener’s freshly squeezed rosin. Cannabis could help treat melanoma | |||
| 24 Dec 2023 | Memories of brother Bill | 00:39:10 | |
A bit of a different episode today as I focus on sharing some stories about my brother Bill who I had to say goodbye to this week. Bill was a big fan of The Cannabis Potcast and he liked his cannabis. We’ll look outside of Canada as the first regulated cannabis hits Dutch coffee shops, an Ontario town is still not ready to allow a cannabis store and on Cultivar Corner from High Quadz it’s the bountiful aromas of Sour Tangie. | |||
| 22 Sep 2024 | Temple of cannabis treats | 00:36:33 | |
We take the harvest one step further and I share my temple ball creation, we get a reminder about CHS - Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome and things to watch for, more health concerns regarding cannabis and head/neck cancers, sales were up in BC last year and we’re going to the islands for Cultivar Corner, Salt Spring Magi and Timmy’s OG Shark. Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome Salt Spring Magi Timmy's OG Shark
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| 07 Jul 2024 | Positive impact of cannabis | 00:38:46 | |
In episode 163 a couple of stories on cannabis in other countries around the world, a deeper dive into CBN and it’s helpful sleep properties, a province steps up to legislate cannabis freshness, some positive growth news from a couple cannabis companies in Alberta, the industry responds to upcoming changes and would like a few more, another study finds seniors respond well to cannabis therapy, are the labels on your vape cartridge accurate? Industry says change is good more needed
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| 01 Sep 2024 | The scents of terpenes | 00:38:23 | |
I take a two part dive into the complexity and magic in terpenes, a look at the provinces taking the lead in cannabis change while the feds twiddle their thumbs, a renewed interest in cannabis seeds, the podcast makes number 2 on the Top 25 Canadian Cannabis potcasts for 2024. I stop for some concentrates on Cultivar Corner with Pura Vida Legacy Zombie Kush Cured resin JUMBO jar – tasty. Top 2024 Canadian Cannabis Podcasts
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| 16 May 2020 | Let's Grow Some Cannabis | 00:37:18 | |
I welcome some new ears to The Cannabis Potcast and I have a great conversation with Chris Kobesko about growing your own cannabis. I mention the Mother's day gift a friend received and I open the penultimate jar of last years crop on Cultivar Corner. | |||
| 25 May 2019 | One toke over the provincial border. | 00:26:29 | |
In episode 20 I connect with cannabis retailers across western Canada, discuss the Stats Can summary on how many Canadians are consuming cannabis at work and share more musings from life on the other side of the counter. | |||
| 18 Aug 2024 | A pause in cannabis consumption | 00:42:55 | |
I introduce you to Allison Benedict, the owner of Pause Consumption Lounge. She has plans for consumption lounges in our future plus a passion for cannabis. I look at a new program at the OCS where they are adding a second level of testing for cannabis, a cannabis extract recall and going for something cheap but effective with SuperToast Citrus Abduction hoagie on Cultivar Corner. | |||
| 18 Sep 2022 | Our Cannabis Rituals | 00:44:36 | |
Mike Dolphin gives us the story of Ritual Green Cannabis out of Nova Scotia, a shout-out to the hard working cannabis reps, a UBC study finds no increase in traffic injuries after legalization, yes, CBD is psychoactive and we’ll discuss why. On Cultivar Corner Black Mambo for Ritual Green and I talk about the end of the 2022 growing season. | |||
| 10 Jul 2022 | A Summer of Cannabis | 00:35:24 | |
In episode 101 – when will Health Canada begin the 3 year review of cannabis laws – looks like not till year 4! Some odd cannabis laws found in Canada and elsewhere, what happens in a consumption lounge stays in a consumption lounge coming soon to Nevada. Ontario store closures have begun and on Cultivar Corner some tasty treats - Endo Vanilla Frosting tops. Plus some cannabis quotes to inspire your week. Pennsylvania Protects Medical Patients Cannabis 3 Year Review Behind Schedule Cannabis Store Closes after 5 months | |||
| 27 Dec 2021 | Legal Cannabis Sales Higher Than Ever. | 00:36:13 | |
We revisit cannabis storage after some great birthday gifts, have some tips on safe ways to share, we join 1 in 3 tokers who did some waking and baking on Christmas, discover that legal cannabis sales are higher than ever and on Cultivar Corner, Cake and Caviar’s Waffle Bites. More Canadians Getting Legal Pot
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| 10 Nov 2019 | Cannabis Retail - A Tale of Two Provinces | 00:36:03 | |
I look at some 420 friendly events coming up across the country and have a great conversation about cannabis with Natasha Albert, a fellow budtender in Saskatoon. Canadian cannabis culture - one toke at a time. | |||
| 31 Aug 2019 | What Terpenes Are in Your Cannabis? | 00:34:01 | |
This episode I talk about the border stigma that has worsened since legalization, how terpenes can help classify our cannabis, the bizarre Ontario lottery for pot stores and more. | |||
| 06 Oct 2024 | Amend cannabis rules for growth | 00:38:19 | |
Cannabis robberies and the cost for store owners, at least one US presidential candidate says yes to cannabis legalization, a big company turns to autoflower research, Manitoban’s hope 2025 will be the year they can actually grow cannabis at home, not surprising that we hear little about cannabis in any of our current provincial election campaigns, a city councilor suggests the provinces need to step up to create positive change. On Cultivar Corner, we welcome Up in Smoke as a sponsor and start with an exclusive limited drop of Organic Sweetgrass Cannabis Sherbadelic – we’ve got the details on episode 176 of The Cannabis Potcast. Kelowna store cleans up after break-in Manitobans still waiting to grow weed Harris says yes to legalization Cannabis not on election agenda Great ideas from city council member Sweetgrass Limited Edition Sherbadelic
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| 30 Mar 2019 | Harsh Effects of Legalization | 00:34:34 | |
In episode 16 our feature interview is about how legalization has made it difficult to access a steady supply of CBD dominant medicine which our guest needs for chronic pain. In Cultivar Corner we sample our first CBD dominant cultivar and we review the glacial pace of retail in the Okanagan. | |||
| 17 Feb 2019 | DOWN ON THE CANNABIS CULTIVAR CORNER | 00:29:34 | |
The name change is complete. Explain that strain is now … Cultivar Corner. On Cultivar Corner we find a gram of Broken Coast Ruxton to explore. We discuss the prediction that the black market for cannabis will remain strong in 2019 and we dig up some great tips for properly storing your cannabis. | |||
| 24 Mar 2024 | Does cannabis have an expiry date? | 00:46:45 | |
In this episode I opine about the fact we still have very old weed being sold for top dollar – something we all have to get better at, recent help for the alcohol industry has cannabis people saying, “what about us?”, the Netherlands cannabis experiment continues and I have an update. I have a conversation with Jason Ambrosino, of Veterans Holdings, who gives us a glimpse in to the New York cannabis market and the importance of access, I stop on Cultivar Corner for Prohibition Flower’s Gastro Pop, and some suggestions for those in the industry to make their voice heard on excise tax. | |||
| 11 Jan 2021 | Cannabis Equivalencies Do Not Equate | 00:33:45 | |
This episode introduces a new look to the show and lots of talk about cannabis. I talk about the cannabis related gifts I received, remind us that stigma still exists, look at SFV OG Kush on Cultivar Corner and give a different perspective on medical access. Stuff Every Cannabiseur Should Know THC is phsychotropic CBD is not
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| 08 Aug 2020 | Cannabis Store Clustering Problem | 00:34:07 | |
This episode I talk about the latest change to cannabis retail coming soon to BC, have a chat with Cory Waldron, CEO of Mood Cannabis in Nanaimo about the problems with the density of cannabis clustering and we find out what makes some cannabis purple. | |||
| 19 Mar 2023 | How accurate are THC percentages? | 00:43:45 | |
In this episode we hear concerns about the accuracy of the THC values in our cannabis while the level of THC in edibles continues to cause concern with Health Canada, new research introduces us to the terpene cluster, and a story to help you should ever consume too much cannabis and get more high than you desire. Speaking of being high, on Cultivar Corner I’m flying on Weed Me’s Moon Rocket Infused Sativa pre-roll. Is it time for THC testing standards? | |||
| 03 Aug 2019 | Retail reaches deeper in the Okanagan | 00:30:18 | |
In episode 25 I visit two new cannabis stores in the Okanagan, take listener suggestions to have Broken Coast’s Keats on Cultivar Corner, explore some Nail types for dabbing, look at new dispensary raids and wonder if the media should matter more than a customer. | |||
| 06 Jul 2019 | Ramblings, Rants and Edibles | 00:28:00 | |
I share some exciting news in the world behind the Cannabis Potcast, a stop on the cannabis BBQ circuit, the new edible regulations from Health Canada, BC Retail and I opine about stigma. | |||
| 29 Oct 2023 | Cannabis dining in our future? | 00:48:19 | |
A conversation with Chuck Park the GM for Future Harvest Nutrients – a Kelowna based company that’s gone worldwide with their nutrients growing some incredible cannabis all around the world. I’ve been hoping there might be something like this coming – a new cannabis restaurant has opened in Edmonton. It is still illegal to grow your 4 cannabis plants in Manitoba. On Cultivar corner we look at a new pod vaping system General Admission is bringing to Canada; we’ll have a taste of their Tiger Blood. | |||
| 09 Jul 2023 | Cannabis and Sleep | 00:36:01 | |
This episode one cannabis company lays off most of it’s staff to restructure, we find out more details on the Cannabis Act Review, a look at the relationship between cannabis and sleep, on Cultivar Corner I taste Terple from Tribal. Cannabis Act Review Internal Documents
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| 29 May 2022 | Better Ideas for Medical Cannabis | 00:50:12 | |
I talk with Alvaro Torres from Colombia about a better way to do medical cannabis, we also continue our exploration of recreational cannabis on Cultivar Corner with The Green Organic Dutchman – Sugar Bush for an organic treat. Apparently there is an abundance of home grown weed being given away – clearly I’m not running in the proper circles. All of that and more on Episode 98.
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| 22 Aug 2020 | Cannabis extracts and edibles | 00:44:41 | |
This episode I talk with another podcast host about her love of edibles and a vaporous Cultivar Corner on Redecan's Trainwreck. | |||
| 26 Jan 2025 | Rocky mountain high! | 00:46:16 | |
I talk with Tyler Tetrault about living his dream at Rocky Mountain Cannabis in Golden, some results from a recent survey with Island Health that shows less cannabis use by youths, on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, a tasty indica from Rocky Mountain Cannabis – we taste some Blackout Bobby.
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| 20 Jul 2019 | The Spirit of Cannabis Retail | 00:35:41 | |
I visited SpiritLeaf in Vernon. Owner Sarah Ballantyne suggested some bud for Cultivar Corner. This time it’s Meridian from UP. My conversation with Sarah is the feature interview. Plus, back to weed education as I look at the THREE types of cannabis. | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | Cannabis Retail Underperforming | 00:38:57 | |
This episode some shout outs to loyal listeners, we point you to 10buds.com for your growing information, a look at cannabis retail underperforming, the failure of big cannabis to understand the market, a new variation for Cultivar Corner with the Yocan Armor and Rad Mixtape Special Lice resin, and we discover a cannabinoid may be responsible for your runner’s high. Cannabis Retail Underperforming | |||
| 11 Jul 2021 | Finding the cannabis retail sweet spot | 00:44:30 | |
This episode provinces still struggle to find the right number of cannabis stores, another celebrity cannabis partnership ends, some suggestions for the best vape device, how to not be terrified by T HC, on Cultivar Corner, Legacy Hash from Mood Ring,
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| 12 Jan 2025 | Cannabis in 2024 | 00:36:04 | |
This episode we learn Manitobans can soon grow their own cannabis – indoors, we look at the last year of varied activity in the cannabis space, more talk of one excise stamp across the country, some confusion with delivery for an Ontario retailer and on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, back to Rocky Mountain Cannabis and their new direct delivery exclusive Banjo! Manitoba can grow cannabis - indoors
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| 30 Jun 2024 | Beneficial cannabis components | 00:39:57 | |
This episode we say “see you soon” to some members of the Cannabis Potcast family, discover a new patio space in Mission, the mixed reaction to Health Canada’s proposed change to micro-canopy space, a review of Bisabolol and Limonene terpenes, a stop on Cultivar Corner for Rocky Mountain Cannabis’ Mercy, a deep dive into live resin, help from cannabis for your mood and the NCAA finally realizes cannabis doesn’t help with athletic performance. | |||
| 16 Mar 2019 | I'm a Bud Tender | 00:25:26 | |
In episode 15 more tips for new cannabis users, surprise at the fact governments aren’t making the money from cannabis they thought they would, and some hot knife nostalgia. #cannabis | |||
| 22 Aug 2021 | Mystical Cannabis Connections | 00:42:58 | |
I get high with a Jewish Mystic, we look at a job offer to make any cannabis enthusiast drool, a study that shows high THC may impact some memories, and a stop on Cultivar Corner where we recognize Aaron the goat and his namesake BC BUD Island MK Ultra. Aaron's BC Bud Island MK Ultra
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| 26 Nov 2023 | Cannabinoids begin with cbg | 00:30:48 | |
This episode we discover how CBG begins the cannabinoid process in cannabis, Snoop Dogg is not giving up smoking weed, the creator of RSO, Rick Simpson is facing some tough times, a petition to increase THC dosages in edibles, we wonder whether Napoleon's troops were too high to fight and speaking of high – we stop on Cultivar Corner for Kootenay Quantum’s Crystal Caviar. | |||
| 03 Oct 2021 | Cannabis Excise Tax Hurting Craft | 00:30:42 | |
We look at the ridiculous excise tax that is killing craft cannabis, the WOW factor increases for cannabis gifts this Christmas, a BC grower has some ambitious product plans, a deep study reveals vast differences between illicit and legal cannabis and on Cultivar Corner Ogen Gas Berries #112. | |||
| 22 Jan 2023 | Cannabis Terpene Review | 00:41:13 | |
In episode 115 we review some of the common terpenes found in cannabis and offer some advice for reading labels. We get the first report in BC’s survey about consumption spaces, a BC airport won't be getting a cannabis store, and a new processing facility in the Kootenays is changing the game. On Cultivar Corner Coast Mountain Cannabis and their sativa, Lucy in the Sky. We finish with a story on my falling dab rig. New Processor changing the game | |||
| 21 Aug 2022 | What is your cannabis story? | 00:34:05 | |
I share some listener comments, discover that CBD may be ready for prime time, a look at the current labour dispute keeping cannabis out of retail stores in BC, a stop on Cultivar Corner for General Admission Peach Ringz Infused pre-roll, plus a peek into the first garden harvest and we start a new segment asking, What is your cannabis story? | |||
| 30 Mar 2025 | A window to your cannabis | 00:35:57 | |
Episode 201 – we look at how we grew cannabis outdoors – the new regulations from Health Canada our out and we have a window to your weed. We stop on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, we tastes the duo for the live rosin, Purfefire Grape Slurpee and Critical Condition. All of that more on episode 201 of the Cannabis Potcast. | |||
| 25 Feb 2024 | Cannabis market faces silence | 00:36:28 | |
I have a story that questions whether the Liberal party is still interested in cannabis, another that offers some suggestions for why the Canadian cannabis market is not thriving, a study validates that there wasn’t a spike of use disorders after legalization, and I cover a new initiative to Weed out Misinformation about cannabis. Speaking of cannabis – we’ll try some on Cultivar Corner with a taste of Purefire’s Crtitical Condition. Cannabis store finded for not checking ID Why isn't cannabis market thriving? Purefire Cannabis - Critical Condition
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| 11 Jun 2023 | Seniors take to cannabis coaching | 00:43:57 | |
I share a great opinion piece from David Wylie at okanaganz.com suggesting Health Canada should stop treating us like children. Canadian cannabis consumers will pay more for quality and high THC. I invite Terese Bowors, Cannabis Coach, back for a feature interview and she shares that seniors are a growing market for her. On Cultivar Corner I’m tearing up the hash strips for some Blueberry Blaster from Shred X. | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | Cannabis at the Delta Crossroads | 00:33:19 | |
We look at Delta 9’s little brother Delta 8, stop on Cultivar Corner for some JWC Old School Black Hash, look at a study on THC and driving plus a cannabis infuse d story about a beautiful silver soprano sax and why I hocked it in downtown Vancouver. | |||
| 29 Dec 2024 | Cannabinoid quest | 00:40:41 | |
I talk with Joshua Pritikin about his quest for very specific cannabinoid combinations for obtaining specific results, a Nova Scotia professor feels the Government is promoting cannabis use, a story that expresses some concerns about artificially created Delta 8 THC, 5 health benefits from cannabis and on a stop on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, we dab some delicious High Fidelity Tangelo! High Fidelity Tangelo Live Rosin
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| 08 Dec 2019 | 'Tis the Cannabis Party Season | 00:34:30 | |
A long awaited stop at Cultivar Corner for a cheaper sativa from Aurora and BC Cannabis Stores. Leafly has a great guide for cannabis over the holidays and I explore a lot of that plus some insights into my evolving bud tender role. | |||
| 24 Jul 2022 | Grateful for Cannabis Friends | 00:34:20 | |
We'll start with a brief history of getting high, some big changes coming to BC cannabis retail this month, one Canadian nursery gets some federal funding, the scourge of our industry – plastic packaging, and have you heard about THCP a recently discovered cannabinoid MUCH stronger than THC? On Cultivar Corner another trip to the Kootenays and Sweetgrass Cannabis’s Mendoz Stomper! A Brief History of Getting High Sweetgrass Cannabis Mendoz Stomper The scourge of plastic packaging
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| 23 Mar 2025 | Better to beg forgiveness | 00:41:29 | |
We wrap an episode around an interview. We introduce you to Bilal Clouse founder of Buds and Bridges – an organization setup to help cannabis companies prosper. We also share a message to our new Prime Minister from a listener. And we stop on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, for a taste of Earthwolf Farms Northern Apple Jaxx live rosin. EarthWolf Farms Northern Apple Jaxx Live Rosin
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| 07 Aug 2022 | Sharing a passion for cannabis | 00:51:40 | |
A feature interview with Kaya Blooms, a fellow cannabis advocate and co-host of the Bellas Who Blaze podcast – roadside testing for THC hits The Northwest Territories, legal weed is taking a bigger bite in BC, 425 million grams go up in smoke and on Cultivar Corner, TGOD’s organic Cherry Mints. Legal weed bit gets bigger in BC | |||
| 14 Jul 2024 | Summer cannabis consumption | 00:41:06 | |
We explore how some micro expansion could help others, some medical awareness for cannabis, a look at one state where hemp derived beverages are booming, the expanding footprint for cannabis consumption spaces across the country, and some of the myth in the white ash, black ash debate and lots of white ash on Cultivar Corner with a sense of peace – we sample Amani Craft Gastropop! Expanding processing benefits all More testing positive for cannabis
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| 29 Nov 2021 | 3 Years Talking About Cannabis | 00:37:32 | |
We mark the end of three years talking about cannabis, have a story on a cannabis company stepping up in BC’s recent floods, studies confirm cannabis is not a gateway drug, big news in BC retail, some shout outs to supporters, we replay a few Hot Seat segments from the last few years and on Cultivar Corner PureSunfarm's Pink Kush. BC allows cannabis clothing and more
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| 07 Jan 2024 | Seeking relief with cannabis | 00:47:44 | |
I talk with Alexandre Poulin, CIO of Jublee and we get a peak into the Quebec cannabis market, we cover off Medical Cannabis 101 for those seeking some relief through cannabis. On Cultivar Corner, we’re heading 45 minutes down highway 97 to Summerland the home of JBuds and we’re tasting their Dream Catcher. We’ll end the episode with some humour about a true cannabis moment. | |||
| 01 Dec 2024 | 6 years of cannabis stories | 00:41:01 | |
This episode we celebrate 6 years of producing The Cannabis Potcast and it’s been a blast, we look at the discussion about re-scheduling cannabis, a Canadian university enters the cannabis research area, the CRA writes off some excise tax debt, Israel looks at tariffs on Canadian weed, and another province launches a cannabis education campaign. On Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up in Smoke, we’re sampling some Okanagan product from Purefire and their Coco Mints. Purefire Coco Bomba at Up in Smoke | |||
| 29 Sep 2024 | Cannabis veterans helpful | 00:35:21 | |
A look at cannabis sales over the last year, a glimpse at the big savings of 50 states with medical cannabis access, a movement to bring closure to the exploding number of illicit sites selling cannabis, we tease about upcoming changes as we approach six years of producing the podcast. An arbitrator finds no impairment at work from cannabis. We introduce a new player in the cannabis space on Cultivar Corner. Six One Charlie was built by veterans for veterans, and we sample their Dopeamine. Arbitrator rules no impairment
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| 03 Nov 2024 | Cannabis landscape always changing | 00:40:44 | |
A couple stories on the impact of legalized cannabis on the criminal world, a look at another cannabinoid, CBC or cannabichromene, we revisit the BC Cannabis Alliance page and encourage you to sign the petition to remove the 15% proprietary fee paid for direct delivery, a cannabis store fined for selling too cheap, and a look at Canadian imports to Australia’s medical cannabis market. On Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up in Smoke, we go back to Salt Spring Magic and their Pine Tar. Australian concerns over Canadian cannabis
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| 19 May 2024 | Cannabis and your sex drive | 00:34:16 | |
This episode a topic everyone is interested in - cannabis and sex, the horrors of the hop latent viroid and it’s impact on the cannabis industry, some advice to stay away from cannabis stocks, hope that the US reclassification of cannabis will lead to more research and we’ll add some colour with flavonoids. On Cultivar Corner we head back to the coast, Broken Coast and their sativa Emergenz! Rescheduling impact on research
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| 21 Feb 2022 | Follow Your Cannabis Dream | 00:48:33 | |
We talk about the safety of budtenders, the prospect of odorless weed, an interview with Mike and Joey Drouin about Reefertilizer a fertilizer designed to grow good weed. On Cultivar Corner I get smacked by the Loud Plugs Benny Blunto and we finally have a staff party and share some weed. Developing Weed That Doesn't Smell | |||
| 22 Dec 2024 | Responsible cannabis holiday consumption | 00:42:48 | |
In this episode we talk with Dr Jenna Valeriani from the Ontario Cannabis store with some advice for safer consumption during the holidays, we talk improved sleep with cannabis, a study on the effect of edibles on driving, some thoughts on a single excise stamp across the country and I remember my big brother one year on. On Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke we try a seasonal offering from Phant with their Egg Nog vape. | |||
| 04 Feb 2024 | Retiring into cannabis | 00:36:41 | |
This episode we look at the cannabis seeds popping up across the country, some concerns in Israel over Canadian medical cannabis, how many stores closed last year, what terpenes and cultivars can help you focus and on Cultivar Corner All Nations Cherry Gas. Plus, I share some personal news that means more time devoted to The Cannabis Potcast! | |||
| 01 Oct 2023 | Cannabis samples hit BC retail | 00:38:20 | |
This episode we are celebrating the arrival of samples to BC retailers. Some thoughts on how to deal with potency inflation, some companies are finding assistance with some government grants, the Netherlands destroyed some excess cannabis, a flock of sheep starts jumping after consuming cannabis and on cultivar Corner a stop at Pineapple Buds out of Oliver and their tasty sativa Purple Gushers. Plus, a look at stigma still alive and well in little hidden ways. | |||
| 27 Jun 2021 | Welcome Cannabis Delivery | 00:33:09 | |
This episode the big news in BC is delivery, plus the UN wants to ban cannabis advertising, Alberta is leading the way to unburden cannabis stores from promotions, the cost of growing unlicensed pot, a stop on the Indica side of Cultivar Corner for Melt GMO Cookies. BC Allows Retail Cannabis Delivery The cost of growing unlicensed pot UN wants Cannabis advertising banned Albertan leads charge to ease cannabis rules
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| 15 May 2022 | Sweet Smell of Legal Cannabis | 00:48:45 | |
I talk with people in the Kootenay's from Sweetgrass Cannabis a new micro producer on the legal market. On Cultivar Corner I taste one of their first drops - Mint Chocolate Chip - delicious! Wrapped around that is a look at the data leak at the OCS and perhaps there may be too many cannabis stores in Ontario.
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| 05 Jan 2020 | Cannabis Now and Then | 00:35:11 | |
In episode 36 my son Ian joins me for a unique version of Cultivar Corner, Leafly’s review of 2019 legalization by province and territory, and an essay from a long lost cannabis proponent – Carl Sagan. | |||
| 16 Oct 2022 | Not Everyone Likes Smoking Cannabis | 00:51:06 | |
This episode we ask the question we all want an answer to; how long does a cannabis high last? We have a date for the start of Farmgate in BC and we’re going to talk with former NFL player Tarris Batiste author of the book Don’t Let it Smoke You about how to keep control of your cannabis use. We have another cannabis story that demonstrates many do not like smoking cannabis but I still do so on Cultivar Corner we taste Pink Mandarin from Tommy’s Craft Cannabis.
Don't Let it Smoke You - Tarris Batiste How long does a cannabis high last?
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| 16 May 2021 | A Cannabis Smoker's Farm | 00:55:13 | |
I take a brief look at the very rare Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, I talk with Sheri and Jeff Aubin about their journey to the legal market as owners of Smoker Farms, on Cultivar Corner some very sticky Acai Berry Gelato from Dunn and a terpene flavour review. Best 20 Cannabis Podcasts of 2021 Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
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| 19 Sep 2021 | High on Cannabis Cuisine | 00:38:02 | |
Come along for the ride as I finally achieve a high through cannabis edibles, I look at the fragmentation of the Canadian cannabis industry and how the pre-legalization hysteria over cannabis and driving was for naught. Amazon eases cannabis checking for workers and and a stop on Cultivar Corner for Ontario home grown. No Spike in Traffic injuries after Legalization Amazon no longer testing for cannabis
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| 11 Jul 2020 | Stop choosing cannabis ONLY on high THC | 00:28:08 | |
On episode 49 of the Cannabis Potcast I challenge the quest for high THC, look at a law suit that questions the accuracy of THC labels and stop on Cultivar Corner for a taste of hash from Original Stash. I also visit Flora Cannabis the 4th cannabis store to open in Kelowna. | |||
| 07 Feb 2022 | Cannabis and The Veteran Farmer | 00:47:26 | |
Today we learn about The Veteran Farmer and how they help veterans and first responders heal using cannabis, Canopy says it was a failed irrigation system behind those social media photos of bad weed, I taste some Wagners Pink Bubba on Cultivar Corner and a memory of cannabis grown for deer. | |||
| 08 Jan 2023 | A new year of cannabis stories | 00:31:00 | |
In the first episode of 2023 I encourage you to help Stop the Stigma, I look at the finalists for LP of the year in the Adcann Awards, first notice of the 2023 BC Cannabis Summit, SNDL gets final approval for Valens and Amsterdam may be losing it’s title of Cannabis capital. On Cultivar Corner Whistler Cannabis Organic BC White Grape OG.
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| 04 Apr 2021 | Legal Cannabis 3 year Review | 00:40:28 | |
October 17th this year marks three years of legalization. This episode a couple stories about the importance of the mandated 3 year review of the Cannabis Act. I also speak with Daniel Lirette who created the GrowDoc app to help us grow cannabis. We stop on Cultivar Corner for Gaelic Fire and hear a story about getting sent to the hospital with giggles. | |||
| 02 May 2021 | Defending Cannabis Daily | 00:43:07 | |
I talk with Taser Wraye and Ryan Murray about Cannabis Defender – waiting to help protect your next cannabis grow, a quick Cultivar Corner with Wana Quick gummies, a BC bust that shows illicit cannabis is still big and I serve some green pancakes to my parents.
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| 02 Mar 2025 | Canadian cannabis thc accuracy | 00:36:54 | |
In this episode we look at THC value accuracy, diversifying into crypto, the cuts to research, Calgary readies to sell weed at events, and on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, we’re stopping on Salt Spring for the Magis’ Black Tuna. | |||
| 17 Aug 2019 | How Does Your Garden Grow? | 00:32:24 | |
This episode a garden tour gone wrong. I interview Anna Minten who had 3 outdoor cannabis plants seized. To try and understand I review the BC laws about growing cannabis and there's a stop at Cultivar Corner for a CBD dominant strain Great White Shark. | |||
| 13 Apr 2025 | CBG for anxiety and stress | 00:30:56 | |
In this episode we look at how legalized cannabis has had an impact on the illicit world, a look at the effect on tariffs for cannabis, a new study has highlighted results for both anxiety and stress, and on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, we try the The Orange ONE a gummy from Indiva! | |||
| 15 Dec 2018 | Yin and Yang Meets Tangerine Dream | 00:31:31 | |
This week we look at gifting cannabis this season and how that's being perceived. We pop another BC Duty stamp an a different strain - Tangerine Dream is the subject of our strain explain. This week we hear about the legal cannabis experience from a new vantage point. A friend, who also happens to be a practitioner of Chinese medicine, shares his first experience with legal cannabis and his desire to see more research on the medical benefits of cannabis. | |||
| 16 Feb 2025 | Cannabis Provincial Barriers | 00:40:06 | |
This episode a couple stories on cannabis in Australia, as their markets mature a bit, a look at the barriers facing cannabis with inter-provincial trade, another traveller caught with a suitcase full of weed, the problem with not being able to advertise cannabis and on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up In Smoke, a stop in Summerland and a taste of JBuds, Dilly Bar shatter. | |||
| 04 Apr 2020 | Cannabis Covid Essential | 00:27:45 | |
In episode 42 I look at some unique situations with covid 19 but because we also need a break from the endless news cycle we’re celebrating a new Cultivar Corner with our first legal $100 ounce from Pure Sunfarms! I touch on a couple of notes from listeners, share another cannabis retail essay and we'll get some advice from Leafly on how to celebrate 420 in isolation. | |||
| 15 Nov 2020 | Sweet, Sour and Dank Cannabis | 00:30:05 | |
In episode 58 a delicious taste of sweet and sour cannabis infusion, some backyard cannabis thieves are caught, a refresher on edible high differences, a local company grows globally and we head to the east coast for Eastern Dank on Cultivar Corner. Still People being charged for Cannabis
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| 02 Jun 2024 | Cannabis in daily use | 00:37:53 | |
In this episode a couple of stories on a failed break-in, compliance and enforcement efforts continue, the cannabis activity of a couple celebrities, hospital visits up post legalization- sort of, daily cannabis use has exceeded daily alcohol use for the first time, a French mayor has a large stash and we ask what is THCP? On Cultivar Corner – it’s a gold medal round with Ross’ Gold Organic Mango gold! Break in Failure 1 Break in failure with video | |||
| 17 Apr 2022 | Cannabis Terps Are Trending | 00:37:17 | |
This episode a couple views of government indifference about cannabis, the top trends with Terpenes in 2022, a story on growing cannabis in the garden across the country, and on Cultivar Corner I taste Simply Bare Organic White RNTZ. Minister Unprepared for Cannabis Questions Growing Weed Across the Country
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| 20 Apr 2025 | 420 is a day to celebrate | 00:31:04 | |
Cannabis can heal with support, we look at the changes of how we celebrate 420, trade barriers for cannabis need to come down, Winnipeg police targeting cannabis shoppers, RCMP bust an illicit network and we talk about my plane for edibles. On Cultivar Corner we try Hash Rosin Drops Sativa from Rosin Heads. Cannabis can help with recovery | |||
| 24 Nov 2024 | Cannabis esters and thiols | 00:38:25 | |
This episode we look at cannabis and it’s effect on sleep and body temperature, a story on what’s after terpenes in the quest for flavour, data deals can cost a lot in fines, a look at the cannabinoid THCV and we stop on Cultivar Corner, brought to you by Up in Smoke, we’re back in the Salmo area for Kootenay Cultivar’s upcoming OJ Zainbow! Kootenay Cultivar at Up in Smoke
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| 12 Dec 2022 | The Gift of Cannabis | 00:46:34 | |
I look at some extravagant gifts for the cannabis lovers on your list, Leafly picked the cultivar of the year, I talk with Bella Mitchell who built the concentrates brand Roilty – which is up for LP brand of the Year in the Adcann awards, we ask if there is learning for other countries with Canada’s medical marijuana experience and on Cultivar Corner Purefire Cannabis Bubba Purple Punchsicle. That and more on episode 112 of The Cannabis Potcast. | |||
| 20 Mar 2022 | A Three Cannabinoid Night | 00:39:56 | |
i talk to Niel Marotta CEO of Indiva about their new release Quick Midnight Berry gummies, which feature CBN, a story on the initial talks for BC consumption lounges - which debut at the BC Cannabis Summit, Health Canada decides you can take home a dozen cannabis drinks, some shout outs to supporters and on Cultivar Corner, the Hazel Hash stick delights the senses. BC Begins More Cannabis Discussions | |||
| 08 Aug 2021 | Cannabis and the Lazy Stoner | 00:36:24 | |
In this episode we question the lazy stoner stereotype, Houseplant and Canopy part ways, Canadians are supportive of cannabis retail stores, big tobacco is looking at cannabis, on Cultivar corner Organnicraft’s Cherry Punch and we talk about perceptions Busting the Lazy Stoner Stereotype Houseplant and Canopy Part Ways Big Tobacco Sets Eyes on Cannabis Canadians Warming up to Cannabis Retail
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| 28 Jul 2024 | Cannabis at the farm gates | 00:35:25 | |
With Alberta and BC getting along better over wine some would like to see the same for cannabis, the California state fair’s experiment with cannabis has been a big success, Victoria Cannabis Company gets closer to opening their Farmgate location and are women affected differently by THC? I stop at Cultivar Corner again for Amani Craft – Turbulence premium smalls. Are women more sensitive to THC?
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| 02 Feb 2020 | Vaporizing Cannabis for Snow Storm Sanity | 00:36:20 | |
I look at the Top THC dominant flowers from last year according to Leafly readers, a conversation with Devon Lach another Okanagan bud tender, a stop at Cultivar Corner for Aurora’s Blue Dream and a story about when a vaporizer has no chance to reduce aroma. | |||
| 03 Apr 2022 | Cannabis Processing Changes | 00:37:14 | |
This episode an update to the BC Cannabis Summit agenda, I welcome a new subscriber, Health Canada changes processor licenses for dried flower, Ontario changes it’s mind about white-labels, we take another look at cannabis and the munchies and on Cultivar Corner premium BC Bud – BC Black’s Mission Valley Landslide! This episode I join the PodConX team - a network of cannabis podcasts. The fun is just beginning. Ontario changes mind on white labels Health Canada changes processing licenses | |||
| 29 Dec 2018 | Cannabis Retail Across Our Land | 00:30:52 | |
We focus on retail in Episode 5 - with a summary of retail outlets across the country - and some surprising discoveries. We have two conversation this week. We speak with the planning managers for two Okanagan cities on their approach to retail outlets and learn why the process takes as long as it does. | |||
| 28 May 2023 | Will THC levels in edibles rise? | 00:40:28 | |
The window coverings are finally coming down in BC, the competition bureau is urging higher tolerances in edibles, another CBD product is recalled because it may have crossed a drug classification line, the unpaid excise tax in Canadian cannabis approaches 200 million, I report on my recent tolerance break experience and I head to the Kootenays for Cultivar Corner with Woody Nelson’s Glade Runner. Competition Bureau's message to Health Canada Unlicensed CBD product recalled
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| 03 Feb 2019 | An Ocean of Cannabis Trichomes | 00:29:13 | |
The shipment of premium buds arrived. This week a full strain explain on a $9.99 a gram bud - the results may surprise you. Plus the absurdity we face today with more ways to be busted for pot than before legalization and a look at the government's real agenda behind legalization. | |||
| 13 Dec 2021 | Cannabis and the Munchies | 00:34:50 | |
We look at the science behind the munchies, some surprising facts you probably didn’t know, two different views on cannabis retail in Canada and a delicious ounce of Broken Coasts Amnesia Haze to share on Cultivar Corner and a story about lazy trimming. | |||
| 02 Oct 2022 | Growing Relationships in Cannabis | 00:33:07 | |
We recognize 5 Indigenous cannabis companies, introduce the man at the head of the cannabis act review, Morris Rosenberg, discover that governments are the ONLY cannabis companies making a profit, some details on the latest BC cannabis conference, how long does your weed last and on Cultivar Corner Mint Cream Cake from BC Black and Dunesberry Farms.
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| 28 Apr 2024 | Cannabis culture grows at home | 00:40:34 | |
Growing cannabis at home is coming soon to Manitoba, I look at the feelings behind the runner's high, a new study looks promising for treating depression with cannabis, when you shouldn’t drive across the border with a load of cannabis, and is it a fair playing field in BC retail with store inspections. We stop for a Double Bang on Cultivar Corner, Pistol and Paris has a new 14gram combo pack and I taste Mango Sour and Gastro pop! Enforcement of BC Cannabis stores | |||
| 22 Dec 2018 | From Galiano to Newfoundland | 00:32:27 | |
In this episode we virtually cover the country. From a strain review on Galiano from Broken Coast to Thomas H. Clarke an independent retailer in Portugal Cove Newfoundland who sold his first legal pot to his dad! Plus an update on retail outlets and a surprise visitor who likes this week's strain. | |||
| 04 Sep 2022 | Direct delivery of cannabis begins | 00:42:52 | |
I talk with Elad Barak about DJOT a new upcoming device for accurate cannabis dosage in drinks. I share my opinion on the recent strike affecting cannabis delivery, the 3 year review of cannabis legislation is still without a start date, celebrity consumption lounges on the way in the states. and from Nova Scotia, Ritual Green’s Lemon Haze gets high marks on Cultivar Corner. Djot the cannabis dispenser for beverages | |||
| 01 Mar 2020 | Cannabis în deux province. | 00:35:37 | |
This episode we look at Amsterdam’s abundance of cannabis tourists, how cannabis is bashing the Canadian beer market plus we get a peek into retail inside Quebec with a conversation with cannabis enthusiast Shayne Obrien. That and more on episode 40 of the Cannabis Potcast. | |||