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How to Do the Pot254. How to Talk to Friends Who Are Nervous to Try Weed, Part 1In this episode, we kick off a two-part series on how to approach conversations with friends who are hesitant to try weed. Learn from experts about easing concerns around health, safety, and the fear of getting too high. Whether you're looking to educate or simply offer reassurance, we’ve got the tips to help your friends feel more confident about cannabis. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion that could help break down the barriers of cannabis stigma.Thank you to our guests Caitlyn Krebs, Dr. Jessica Knox, Dominique White, Kia Baker, Rosie Mattio, Dr. Deondra Asike, Coco Me...
2024-08-1327 min
Blunt Blowin' MamaBBM Ep. 198: What to know about using cannabis during pregnancy (featuring registered nurses Kait Boettcher & Sandra Guynes) [REPLAY]Join Blunt Blowin' Mama for a conversation on consuming cannabis during pregnancy! Many mamas wonder if they should or shouldn't consume the plant while pregnant. Kait "cannanursekait" Boettcher and Sandra "The Kush Nurse" Guynes provide answers on this episode. The two mamas, registered nurses, and cannabis advocates share everything folks need to know about harm reductive cannabis consumption during pregnancy. We also talk about best ways to consume during each trimester, how they approached cannabis during pregnancy and postpartum, what research says, how to talk to your provider about it and more. Listen to the full conversation b...
2024-04-121h 05
How to Do the Pot214. Migraine Management With CBD + THCIf you suffer from migraines, you’ve probably gone to extremes trying anything that might possibly help get you through a bad bout — but have you ever tried cannabis? A combination of CBD and THC won’t get you high, but it just might help relieve the awful symptoms associated with migraines and prevent them from starting in the first place. In this episode, we’ll help guide you to the right dosage and consumption method that’s tailored to your needs. If you don’t suffer from migraines yourself, we hope you’ll send this to a friend or loved one w...
2023-11-0717 min
How to Do the Pot205. The Essential Questions to Ask Before Growing Weed At HomeWelcome to our series all about growing your own weed! Today’s episode delves into the mindset needed for this unique gardening project. We’ll highlight insights from successful women growers who share their experiences and the joy of sharing their harvest with friends. We hope you enjoy the episode and stay tuned for more cannabis cultivation tips throughout the series! Thank you to our guests Sandra Guynes, Kendra Stocking, Kelsey Ledezma, and Nichole Graf.
Hosted by Ellen Lee Scanlon
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2023-09-0520 min
How to Do the Pot204. Grow Weed at Home: Cultivate the Growth MindsetWelcome to our series all about growing your own weed! Today’s episode delves into the mindset needed for this unique gardening project. We’ll highlight insights from successful women growers who share their experiences and the joy of sharing their harvest with friends. We hope you enjoy the episode and stay tuned for more cannabis cultivation tips throughout the series! Thank you to our guests Sandra Guynes, Kendra Stocking, Kelsey Ledezma, and Nichole Graf.
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2023-08-2913 min
How to Do the Pot198. How to Craft a Yummy Cannabis Mocktail at HomeNow that we’ve explored the rising popularity of low-dose cannabis beverages among women, today's episode dives into crafting your own weed drinks at home. Join our experts as they share dosing tips to help you create a perfect mocktail for a blissful buzz. Whether you're new to cannabis or a seasoned enthusiast, this episode is packed with fun and insightful content you won't want to miss. Tune in to elevate your mixology skills with cannabis-infused beverages!
Thank you to our guests Jamie Evans, Monica Lo, Felicity Chen, Shelbie Vasquez and Sandra Guynes.
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2023-07-1818 min
How to Do the Pot193. Weed & Sleep: Find Your Evening Ritual for Fast, Blissful SleepIs there anything worse than tossing and turning for hours on end, desperate to fall asleep? Instead of counting sheep, we’re bringing you an episode about the art of unwinding and preparing your body for a restful snooze. With the help of some experts, we’ll delve into the significance of nighttime rituals, uncover the influence of circadian rhythm, and explore the best cannabis strains to help you fall asleep fast. And stay tuned for next week’s episode where we’ll share our secrets for staying asleep… all. night. long.
Thank you to our guests Dr. June Ch...
2023-06-1326 min
How to Do the Pot192. Weed & Sleep: Reclaim Your Rest With CannabisWelcome to our series all about sleep and cannabis! On today's show, we hear from a panel of experts as they dive into the science behind sleep stages, the impact of dreams on rest, and the potential of THC and CBD-infused edibles as natural sleep aids. Discover how cannabis can help you reclaim your sleep cycle so you can experience your best rest. And stay tuned for the remainder of the series where we'll discuss falling asleep, staying asleep, and avoiding weed hangovers.
Thank you to our guests Ariana Newton, Sandra Guynes and Dr. Chin.
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2023-06-0618 min
How to Do the Pot191. Sex and Cannabis: Is Weed a Tool for Healing Sexual Trauma?Welcome to the *climax* of our ‘Sex and Cannabis’ series. On today’s show we hear from Ashley Manta, a renowned sex and relationship coach who shares how cannabis became a catalyst for healing trauma and PTSD. She also shares how weed can alleviate discomfort during sex and empower women to reclaim their pleasure. Join us on this final episode as we explore the synergy between cannabis, intimacy, healing, and sexual liberation. If you enjoyed this series, we hope you’ll share it with a friend!
Thank you to our guests Ashley Manta and Sandra Guynes.
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2023-05-3020 min
How to Do the Pot190. Sex and Cannabis: Sex Drive, Parenting & Intimacy with WeedWelcome back to our 'Sex and Cannabis' series! In today’s episode, we dive into the world of relationships and weed. We spill secrets about how cannabis is increasing sex drive for women of all ages, offer practical communication tips if your partner doesn’t consume, and get real about sex and parenting. If you’re in need of some inspiration, our expert guests also share a few playful and sexy approaches to infusing cannabis into your date nights. Tune in to hear all about elevating partner play with cannabis! Thank you to our guests Ashley Manta, Sandra Guynes, Brett...
2023-05-2319 min
How to Do the Pot176. The Sensual Side of Cannabis, A Valentine’s Day SpecialIn this special Valentine’s Day episode, we delve into the intimate world of sex and cannabis. Our expert panel answers the top 5 questions we get asked, while sharing their insights on how to elevate your sensual experiences with a little help from weed. Tune in to find out why cannabis can make sex better for women, the difference between getting high and enhancing your sexual pleasure, the science behind weed-infused lubes, and the best products and strains to get you started. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just exploring the possibilities, this episode has something for everyone. So si...
2023-02-1417 min
How to Do the Pot173. 2022 Wrapped: The Most Popular Episodes of the YearBefore we fully settle into 2023, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the past year. Today's episode is dedicated to revisiting some of our most beloved episodes of 2022 and celebrating the powerful and inspiring stories shared by women all over the country. Whether you're a new listener or a long-time fan, this episode is a perfect opportunity to dive deeper into the world of How to Do the Pot and relive some of the best moments of the year. We hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane!
Thank you to our guests Cynthia Lessard...
2023-01-2413 min
How to Do the Pot158. What is Good Weed? The Secret History of StrainsOn today’s show, we’ll talk about the original cannabis plants that have existed for thousands of years, called Landrace strains. We’ll reveal the secret history behind 5 of the best-known Landrace strains: Acapulco Gold, Durban Poison, Lamb’s Bread, Thai and Afghani, and hear from cannabis experts about what makes them so special. You’ll also discover that these original strains have helped create thousands of new hybrids that are consumed today, which is pretty incredible if you ask us.
Thank you to our guests Lana Van Brunt, Haley Dineen, Sandra Guynes, Nichole Graf and Kim Reyes...
2022-10-1115 min
How to Do the Pot152. Treating Migraines with THC + CBD39 million Americans suffer from migraines — and unlucky for us, women are much more prone to them because of our fluctuating estrogen levels. Yet the good news is that cannabis is showing a lot of promise in terms of treatment. Tune in to hear how one woman got her chronic migraine pain under control with weed, the combination of THC + CBD that’s most helpful, and how to prevent migraines with CBD.
Thank you to our guests Lisa Curiel Parker, Dr. June Chin, and Sandra Guynes.
Hosted by Ellen Lee Scanlon
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2022-08-3017 min
Blunt Blowin' MamaBBM Ep. 151: What to know about using cannabis during pregnancy (Featuring Kait Boettcher, RN and Sandra Guynes, RN)Join Blunt Blowin' Mama for a conversation on consuming cannabis during pregnancy! Many mamas wonder if they should or shouldn't consume the plant while pregnant. Kait "cannanursekait" Boettcher and Sandra "The Kush Nurse" Guynes provide answers on this episode. The two mamas, registered nurses, and cannabis advocates share everything folks need to know about harm reductive cannabis consumption during pregnancy. We also talk about best ways to consume during each trimester, how they approached cannabis during pregnancy and postpartum, what research says, how to talk to your provider about it and more. Get the full What To K...
2022-04-071h 11
How to Do the Pot123. Cannabis for Better SexIn honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re re-releasing one of our fan favorite episodes. Listen in to hear cannabis experts answer the top 5 questions we get asked about women, sex, and weed. Plus, find out how a little bit of cannabis can go a long way in the bedroom. Don’t see your question? Reach out to us at hi@dothepot.com or DM @dothepot.
1 - Why does cannabis make sex better for women?
2 - Do I have to get high?
3 - How does weed lube work?
4 - I’m ready to...
2022-02-0817 min
How to Do the Pot119. Listener’s Favorite of 2021 - Microdosing CannabisToday’s episode was our most popular of 2021! If you haven’t listened yet, we help you understand microdosing cannabis, hear from women who consume to feel better and to treat medical conditions, get a nurse’s practical tips for how much to take, and share a tip for having your best sex with weed.
Featuring: Christine De La Rosa, Co-Founder of The People's Dispensary; Timeka Drew, Founder of Biko Flower; Ally Einbinder, Bassist in Potty Mouth, Sandra Guynes, The Kush Nurse, Mathew Gerson, Founder of Foria.
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2022-01-1113 min
SetSet with April PrideEp. 31 | How Psychedelics Can Help the Hidden Effects of Trauma in RelationshipsThe hidden effects of trauma in relationships are the third person. Featuring Integration facilitator Natasha Lannerd and Tim Held, host of Podular Modcast where he takes listeners on a journey through the world of modular synthesis vis-a-vis interviews with synthesists, module manufacturers/designers and synth shop owners to see how modular has impacted their life. After listening to this episode, you will have a better understanding of…Permit yourself to “get high” to get comfortable with discomfortOvercoming our collective trauma related to the pandemic.How past trauma we're experiencing symptoms related to PTSD Spo...
2021-12-1714 min
How to Do the Pot113. Legalization 101: Getting High is Really FunThis is the final episode in our Legalization 101 series. Today, we celebrate all the amazing ways weed brings fun, pleasure, and joy into women’s lives. Plus we share how to make sure women stay at the forefront of the cannabis industry - *hint* it’s about voting with your dollars. Check out the whole series for all you need to know about the differences between medical and adult-use cannabis.
Featuring: Nichole Graf, Tekisha Harvey, Shayda Torabi, Abby Weems, Ally Einbinder, Sandra Guynes and Shari Horne.
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2021-12-0714 min
Canna-sis SeshCanna-Sis Sesh Ep.20 Sandra The Kush NurseHey Canna Besties its Time for your favorite Show Canna-sis Sesh. Todays guest is Sandra Guynes also known as the Kush Nurse and Co founder of Cannabis Nurses of Color. The Kush Nurse was born out of a need to help others navigate the often confusing information related to cannabis for health and wellness. Cannabis Nurses of Color (CNOC) is a safe place for advocacy, education and training for nurses of color in the cannabis industry. CNOC is a collective of knowledge and resources with an emphasis on the issues affecting our communities, the generational harms that have created b...
2021-11-131h 26
How to Do the Pot87. The Secret History of Cannabis StrainsLove a mystery? The original cannabis plants that existed in the world are from Asia, the Middle East, Central & South America and the Caribbean, and they are called Landrace strains. These strains have some amazing characteristics - for years, people have enjoyed them to relieve pain or stress, help with sleep, or just relax & laugh. And despite cannabis being illegal, someone loved the effects so much - and yes, thought they could make some money from it - that they made a really big effort to share them across the world. Landrace strains have helped create literally thousands of...
2021-08-0311 min
How to Do the Pot83. Grow at Home: If You Can Grow a Tomato, You Can Grow Weed + Other Helpful TipsToday’s episode is the second in our series about growing weed at home. We share the story of what one experienced grower learned from her very first cannabis plant, and why every cannabis consumer should probably grow once in their life. Plus, get answers to all the questions to ask before choosing to grow indoors or outdoors and whether to start your plants from seed, from a clone, or from an autoflower plant.
Stay tuned for tips about how to feed your cannabis plants from things you already have in your kitchen, what happens when your bu...
2021-07-2020 min
How to Do the Pot81. How to Grow Weed at Home: Cultivating the Right MindsetToday’s episode digs into why you might want to grow weed, why women love to share the cannabis they grow, and how to cultivate the right mindset for this gardening project.
Whether you can grow cannabis at home depends on where you live, so please check your state laws.
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Featuring: Sandra Guynes of The Kush Nurse, Kelsey Ledezma and Kendra Stocking of Old Pal, and Nichole Graf of Raven.
2021-07-1312 min
How to Do the Pot75. Sex & Weed - Your Top 5 Questions, AnsweredOn today’s show, we answer the top 5 questions we get about sex & weed. Don’t see your question? Reach out to us at hi@dothepot.com or DM @dothepot
1 - Why does cannabis make sex better for women?
2 - Do I have to get high?
3 - How does weed lube work?
4 - I’m ready to try cannabis for sex, but where do I start?
5 - What are the best products and strains for sex?
For more on sex & weed, check out How to Do the Pot ep...
2021-06-2217 min
How to Do the Pot74. 1st Time I Bought Legal Weed: Sandra Guynes of The Kush NurseOver 80 million women in the U.S. have access to legal cannabis, and we share women’s stories about the first time they bought legal weed.
Today’s episode features Sandra Guynes of The Kush Nurse.
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2021-06-1704 min
How to Do the Pot73. Migraines & Weed, 5 Tips for Getting Relief + How CBD & THC Help with SymptomsMigraines affect nearly 40 million Americans, and women are 3x more likely than men to experience them. On today’s episode, we’ll hear one woman’s story of finding cannabis as a treatment for daily migraines and hear from medical experts who explain what migraines are, what combination of CBD and THC helps most with migraines, and why cannabis is showing promise for patients.
Featuring: Lisa Curiel Parker, Senior Marketing and Communications Manager at Humboldt Farms, Sandra Guynes of The Kush Nurse and Dr. June Chin.
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2021-06-1518 min
How to Do the Pot67. Treating Lupus with Cannabis, 5 Tips for Talking to Your Doctor About Weed + Drug InteractionsCurious about how cannabis is helping patients with autoimmune disorders? On today's episode, we share how one woman found cannabis to help treat her Lupus. Plus, we talk to a doctor & a nurse to get practical tips for how to talk to your doctor about medical cannabis and what’s important to know about drug interactions.
Don’t miss episode 64, to hear a woman's story about treating Crohn’s Disease with cannabis.
Featuring: Christine De La Rosa, co-founder of The People’s Dispensary, Dr. June Chin, and Sandra Guynes, The Kush Nurse.
Dr Chin’s w...
2021-05-2523 min
How to Do the Pot59. What are the Benefits of Microdosing Cannabis? Less Stress & Pain + Better Sex, 5 Tips for How to MicrodoseToday we help you understand microdosing cannabis, hear from women who consume to feel better and to treat medical conditions, get a nurse’s practical tips for how much to take, and share a tip for having your best sex with weed.
Hosted by Ellen Lee Scanlon / IG: @dothepot / dothepot.com
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Featuring: Christine De La Rosa, Co-Founder of The People's Dispensary; Timeka Drew, Founder of Biko Flower; Ally Einbinder, Bassist in Potty Mouth, Sandra Guynes, Th...
2021-04-0613 min
The Kush NurseSeason Two Wrap UpOn The Kush Nurse Season 2, we had a chance to speak to cannabis nurses working in the industry. Covid-19 and the pandemic made it clear; cannabis is essential medicine. We have even prioritized cannabis workers to access vaccinations before teachers.
From talking to kids about cannabis to navigating your own child as a cannabis patient this season helps us see how cannabis has become an integral part of healthcare. No matter the need or condition, cannabis remains a privileged medicine accessible by few and highly ignored by many healthcare providers.
Patients still struggle with employment pr...
2021-03-1502 minThe Kush NurseA Mom evolves with cannabisListen in as we talk to Monique Vargas:
She shares about her journey to cannabis
how it’s helped her to find balance and relief from the challenges of depression and chronic pain.
How cannabis helps her manage motherhood and normalizing cannabis use at home
Monique is a mom, hiker and passionate about sharing her love for nature and life with others.
She is best known for her love of hiking @adventures.with.august and her support of mothers and children who want to explore the outdoors together. This episode we chat mom to mom...
2021-03-0823 minThe Kush NurseCannabis for kids?Listen in as we talk to Nurse Vanessa Peck:
She shares her experience as an ER nurse and her first experience witnessing a cannabis transformation in a patient.
The challenges of cannabis in a pediatric population
Conditions and considerations for cannabis in children.
After seeing the transformative power cannabis had on one of Vanessa’s pediatric patients in the ER, she turned her astonishment into a relentless passion for unlocking the power of this therapy for others. With 12 years of professional nursing practice in emergency care, trauma, and pediatrics, Vanessa saw conventional medicine work at its best and...
2021-03-0139 minThe Kush NurseWhat are the challenges when a child is the cannabis patient?Listen in as we talk to Nurse and Author Ashley Winn-Grimes:
She shares the story of Asa’s Medicine a children’s book aimed at breaking the stigma of cannabis
The impact and challenges of being a nurse in the cannabis industry
Why it’s a vital time for nurses to claim their stake in the cannabis nursing specialty
Ashley Wynn-Grimes, MS, RN-BC LSSBB, is a Registered Nurse of over 12 years and newly published author of Asa’s Medicine. She has worked in various healthcare settings including telemetry nursing, quality improvement and professional development. Ashley is a change ag...
2021-02-2244 minThe Kush NurseWhat is Cannabis Nursing with guest Cannabis Nurse HeatherListen in as we talk to Cannabis Nurse Heather about:
The Role of the Cannabis Nurse
How to care for the Endocannabinoid System (ECS): the largest receptor signaling system in the body.
The impact of the cannabis nurses in the healthcare system
Free education for nurses interested in the cannabis nursing
Heather Manus, RN is a native New Mexican and Registered Nurse specializing in all aspects of
medical cannabis care. “Nurse Heather” began her career as a Registered Nurse providing psychiatric home health care to patients in New Mexico.
She has extensi...
2021-02-1525 minThe Kush NurseTalking to your kids about cannabis with Nurse Jessie GillOn today’s episode Jessie speaks about:
How to talk to your kids about your cannabis use
The issues with cannabis being compared with opiates and heroin
Cannabis safety and children
Parents who consume and considerations
Jessie Gill, RN is a cannabis nurse with a background in holistic health and hospice. After suffering a spinal injury, she reluctantly became a medical marijuana patient then quickly transitioned into an advocate. She’s the founder of MarijuanaMommy.com, a resource that educates about cannabis while challenging the stigma against marijuana use. She’s been featured on Vicel...
2021-02-0847 minThe Kush NurseCannabis Nurses of Color: A seat at the table with Ivory Rosenthal Davis MN RNIvory Rosenthal Davis is the co-founder of Cannabis Nurses of color she joins this episode to speak about her journey into the cannabis industry. She talks on how she hopes to challenge corporate America’s policies and practices when it comes to how they handle cannabis patients, employees and education as whole. Follow Ivory for all things policy and politics of cannabis.
On today’s episode Ivory speaks about:
The need for the community and every day person to have more cannabis education
Cannabis Nurses of Color: Advocacy, Training and Education for black and brown nurses in th...
2021-02-0144 min
How to Do the Pot50. Pregnancy & Weed: What Experts Know - And Don’t Know + 5 Tips About Cannabis, Pregnancy, and PostpartumToday’s episode addresses the hard questions we get from women about cannabis & pregnancy. We hear from a cannabis doctor and a former maternity nurse, and we share one woman’s story about why she stayed away from weed during her first pregnancy and why she chose to consume with her second. We also address an August 2020 study that details the possible link between women who consume cannabis during pregnancy and higher rates of autism in their children.
Featuring: Sandra Guynes, The Kush Nurse, Shonitria Anthony of Blunt Blowin Mama podcast, Dr. Jessica Knox of The American Cann...
2021-01-2622 min
How to Do the Pot49. The Pot Talk - With Your KIDS, Teens & Vaping + 5 Tips to Start the ConversationPart 4 of How to Do the Pot’s series The Pot Talk explores what happens when a teenager has too little school, no sports, and is staving off boredom...just add weed. We talk to mothers in the cannabis industry with experience answering these complex questions, offer the advice of medical experts, and share one mother's story of finding her 13-year old experimenting with cannabis. Plus, 5 tips to help you start the conversation with your favorite teenager.
What is The Pot Talk? When cannabis was declared an essential service during the lockdowns for COVID-19 in March of 2020, th...
2021-01-1923 min
How to Do the Pot48. The Pot Talk - With Someone Who Smokes TOO MUCH WEEDPart 3 of How to Do the Pot's series The Pot Talk explores the very loaded topic of “too much”. We offer the advice of experts and real women who help dig into the complexity and wide range of experiences that make up modern cannabis. Plus, 5 tips to consider if you, or someone you love, are heading toward consuming too much weed.
What is The Pot Talk? When cannabis was declared an essential service during the lockdowns for COVID-19 in March of 2020, the national conversation around the plant shifted from stigma to solving real problems related to stress, slee...
2021-01-1214 min
How to Do the Pot45. The Pot Talk - With Your PARENTS, 5 Tips for Talking to Boomers About WeedWhat is The Pot Talk? When cannabis was declared an essential service during the lockdowns for COVID-19 in March of 2020, the national conversation around the plant shifted from stigma to solving real problems related to stress, sleep and mental health. If you’re one of the many women who has found relief with cannabis, we’re here to help. What comes next after cannabis has been deemed essential medicine for millions of Americans?
Today, 15% of the US population is 65+. But by 2030, over half of the US population will be 65+ - also known as the Silver Tsunami.
In this episo...
2020-12-2217 min
How to Do the Pot44. The Pot Talk - With a FRIEND Who Just Needs to Try it AlreadyWhat is The Pot Talk? When cannabis was declared an essential service during the lockdowns for COVID-19 in March of 2020, the national conversation around the plant shifted from stigma to solving real problems related to stress, sleep and mental health. If you’re one of the many women who has found relief with cannabis, we’re here to help. What comes next after cannabis has been deemed essential medicine for millions of Americans?
Did you know that in every state where cannabis was on the ballot in the 2020 election, it passed?
Beginning in 2021, 80 million women over 21 will have legal...
2020-12-1518 min
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2020-09-2303 min
How to Do the Pot21. Our Collective PTSD & Choosing Weed to Get Thru It, 5 Tips to Come Out Of 2020 Feeling BetterCOVID has brought mental health into our national conversation, and we are all dealing with extreme levels of stress and anxiety. The Kush Nurse - aka Sandra Guynes, an RN with 15+ years of experience - shares how cannabis helped her PTSD, and we get inspiration from a New York Times article to help alleviate symptoms of hopelessness and loneliness. Plus, 3 strains for stress and 3 podcasts we think you'll love.
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2020-09-1509 min
High Society with Paxton QuigleyNurses Talk Cannabis And The Need for More Marijuana EducationNurses Talk Cannabis And The Need for More Marijuana Education with Heather Manus and Sandra Guynes. As the coronavirus continues to rage throughout the United States, Paxton Quigley decided to look at some of the challenges facing the first-line healthcare providers who are giving their all during these tragic days. Some 600 health care providers in the United States have died from COVID-19 and as many as 116,000 have fallen ill. The dire shortage of medical equipment for medical workers as well as patients was, and still is, devastating. Having said all that, High Society spoke with two amazing nurses who specialize in medi...
2020-08-1334 min
High Society with Paxton QuigleyNurses Talk Cannabis And The Need for More Marijuana EducationNurses Talk Cannabis And The Need for More Marijuana Education with Heather Manus and Sandra Guynes. As the coronavirus continues to rage throughout the United States, Paxton Quigley decided to look at some of the challenges facing the first-line healthcare providers who are giving their all during these tragic days. Some 600 health care providers in the United States have died from COVID-19 and as many as 116,000 have fallen ill. The dire shortage of medical equipment for medical workers as well as patients was, and still is, devastating. Having said all that, High Society spoke with two amazing nurses who specialize in medi...
2020-08-1334 min
The Kush NurseChronic pain & the effects of overconsuming edibles with Voneva DenhamCreative Entrepreneur and mom, Voneva Denham, talks chronic pain, the effects of overconsuming edibles, teens and cannabis.
As an active mom and creative entrepreneur, Voneva Denham couldn’t let the pain she was experiencing keep her from living a full and present life. She shares her cannabis journey and how ultimately her views on cannabis use have changed. A mom to a toddler and a young adult, Voneva shares the trial and errors of her cannabis journey and how cannabis has been a tool in her health and wellness regime. Her candid chat about some com...
2019-11-2549 minThe Kush NurseDo I have to smoke it? Methods of consuming cannabisThe biggest concern patients have when they are exploring cannabis is not wanting to smoke it. While smoking cannabis is the mainstream method that is depicted in most social media, movies, videos or magazines there ways to consume cannabis. Most would be surprised to know that smoking while it allows for quick onset of relief is not the most effective or efficient way to consume cannabis.
Listen in as we discuss the different methods.
We discuss the risks of smoking and inhaling carcinogens. Alternatives to smoking including dry or oil vaping as a better alternative. Wh...
2019-11-1819 minThe Kush NurseCannabis: A Complicated History Pt.2In this episode, we continue looking at the complicated history of cannabis.
We pick up in the 1980s and the Reagan era with the war on drugs.
We learn of the discovery of the endocannabinoid system almost 30 years later by Israeli scientist, Dr. Rafael Mechoulam, and how these findings help push our cause forward.
Lastly but most importantly both episodes share the impact that cannabis criminalization has had on already marginalized communities and the incarceration rates of African Americans, Hispanics, and other POC communities. We look at the divisive and racist propaganda, incarcerations an...
2019-11-1109 minThe Kush NurseCannabis: A Complicated HistoryIn this episode, we begin to discuss the complicated history of cannabis.
I will share the findings of cannabis from 10,000 years ago through the era of cannabis as medicine and then to the criminalization and demonization of the drug.
We begin by looking at the ancient history of cannabis, the era of cannabis as medicine (1800s-1930s) when the U.S. Pharmacopeia had over 2000 cannabis preparations they could prescribe or patients could access. We look at hemp as an important player in our economy and how financial controls play a role in ultimately the criminalization o...
2019-11-0415 minThe Kush NurseCannabis and Postpartum DepressionOn this episode we will be discussing a personal cannabis story. As the resident nurse here at the Kush Nurse, Sandra Guynes shares her personal journey of anxiety, depression, pain and ultimately her journey to cannabis medicine.
A mother, retired navy wife and entrepreneur, Sandra Guynes MSN, RN has been a nurse for 15 years. A long time advocate, educator and provider of holistic health to mothers and babies. Her range of practical-clinical experience ranges from public health nursing, maternity and neonatal populations and as case manager of the chronically ill and high risk mothers and infants.
2019-10-2814 minThe Kush NurseA VETERAN CANNABIS STORY22 veterans commit suicide daily. The number is overwhelming and the resources lacking for many military servicemen and women after they leave active duty service.
I sat down with Odell Guynes, retired Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy, who after 22 years in the military discusses his struggles as he transitioned from military to civilian life. His role in the military was unique working with several branches in his role as Hospital Corpsman. He was responsible for helping injured and ill sailors and marines. Many returning from war physically intact and mentally wounded.
Like many v...
2019-10-2113 minThe Kush NurseWelcome To The Kush NurseWelcome To The Kush Nurse
Have questions about Cannabis? Hosted by Cannabis Nurse, Sandra Guynes RN, MSN, "The Kush Nurse" helps educate, advocate and breakdown the science of marijuana for everyday people. Get high on the facts!
2019-09-1501 min
The Content Academy Podcast: Content Creation for Online Business | Creating Raving Fans |Selling High Value Paid Content |Episode 017: How to Grow Your Email List 10x with Live Streaminghttp://content.academy/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Sandra-Guynes-promo-picture.png ()Sandra Guynes is a business coach/consultant and speaker. She works with busy women juggling business and family to help them create a brand that shines. Sandra is a storyteller. Her work as an advocate for domestic violence awareness and photography exhibit of survivor stories has been featured nationally. Her superpowers are relationship building and getting noticed. Her weakness coffee and stilettos! Her passion helping women own their superpowers and build a business that’s full of personality!
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How to test New Platforms for your onl...
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